Worst defensive performance this season. I get it. Caldwell is under his first season as DC. There is still a lack of 3-4 more great starters to push this defense to be better. However, his several adjustments made to fix injury holes and late-game meltdowns which cost the team 3-5 wins have been painful to watch. He may not also really see what he has and utilize the players better. A few notes:

Travon Walker needs to be planted on the DL. Not standing. Period.

Might as well keep both your rookie LBs out there with Oluokun for the remaining games. They will both turn out to be great players in the right set up. Muma needed to be in the lineup earlier on on the season. After watching this game with the Lions, you can see how smart he is in reading the plays. He will make mistakes here and there as a rookie. But, I see a great LB in the NFL in him. Devin Lloyd had a great early start on the season and was exploited a bit later on. However, he should not be benched. He still needs to be out there. Even at OLB. Where I feel he will benefit the most with his ability. And he will still turn out to be a great LB as well.

Defense is currently 12th against the run I believe. I believe the team needs to get a few explosive pass rushers on the DL for next season. Quickly disrupt the QB's timing and collapsing the pocket. Defense is also near bottom in pass. Time to part ways with Griffin and Jenkins and get some better players.

You could see 4-5 new starters on defense in 2023.

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