Quote:Granted, and I would add that the Jaguars Defense didn't have to worry about MegaTron either.   I've said in other posts that I think (if they can remain healthy) the Lions have a really good chance of a strong Post Season this year.

Where as the Jaguars are fighting to go above .500 for once...

 

 Staying healthy is always a major key in the NFL.   I've seen too many seasons that looked promising in the summer and even in much of the fall turn very ugly because of injuries.  Even one play can alter a season.   If the Lions can stay relatively healthy for the most part,   I'm hopeful that this will be a very good season. 

 

  In terms of the pre-season game the other night,  both teams had a number of good players that sat out.   Unfortunately for the Jags,  not having Dante Fowler Jr.  this season will probably make it much more difficult for the team to generate a consistent pass rush.   I think the Jags coaches are going to have to do a great job of scheming in order to get a pass rush on a regular basis.   The Jags Offense looks like it should be substantially improved,  if the left side of the O-Line holds up.   If the Jags can build leads,  maybe that could put their Defense in enough favorable situations that can at least partially overcome the edge pass rush situation.

 

  Regarding Fowler,  I was very impressed with his maturity when interviewed during the game.  He's the type that's easy to root for.  

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