(01-17-2024, 02:17 AM)JagFan81 Wrote: Yeah D6 is a great poster who gives great thoughts and insights. Always interesting to get his opinion.

Can't help but be happy for the Lions. We complain about how bad its been for us but they have had it rough. So many times they looked to be turning the corner but didn't but they have a legitimate top team there now.

Thanks, Jagfan81!    

Over a week ago, I saw a video on YouTube by Jaguars Locked On host Tony Wiggins, that focused heavily on the Jaguars disappointing finish to the season.  When listening to his commentary, so much of what he mentioned came to mind for me as a Lions fan.  Especially, the importance of winning a division title or even reaching the playoffs, regardless of the team's chances in the playoffs.  Especially, for a team that's been down much more often than not.  

In the Lions case, even though the Lions were eliminated for the playoffs last season when Seattle beat the LA Rams in OT, winning at Green Bay in the regular season finale on SNF was of immense value for the Lions.  

For the Jaguars, I believe the win over the Colts two seasons ago on the final Sunday of the regular season, which eliminated the Colts from playoff contention, helped the Jaguars in the 2022 season, that resulted in a Division Title and an epic comeback playoff win over the LA Chargers.  This is even factoring in a new HC and many other changes as a result.

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