This week’s episode of the Detroit Lions Podcast is a different type of show. Normally, my cohost Chris and I record and stream live on YouTube, but logistical issues prevented that this week. Instead, I did a solo show that was pre-recorded on Monday afternoon.
The early focus is on what happened for the Lions to flip the switch from the disappointing couple of weeks into the incredible performance in Week 15 against the Denver Broncos. Both coordinators, Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn, had much-needed redemptive games and that’s a good sign going forward.
Forward means the playoffs, where the Lions haven’t technically qualified just yet. It’s a mere formality, and the schedule sets up very well for the Lions to control their own fate into the No. 2 seed in the NFC. Some of the playoff scenarios are covered, too.
Then there is the Week 16 matchup against the Vikings, the first of two meetings in three weeks with Minnesota. How do the Lions match up with their NFC North challengers?
I also broke down a question from a viewer about the assistant coaching staff and the emphasis on player development. There is a public apology to Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu, who had the game of his life in the win over Denver.
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