Lions Detroit’s pass rush hasn’t been very disruptive this season, ranking last in time to pressure despite being top 10 in pressure rate and sacks. Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard kept it blunt when talking about their need to win more one-on-one matchups that are created by DE Aidan Hutchinson‘s presence. “I don’t think we’ve affected the quarterback to play any style these last … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Aidan Hutchinson, Jayden Reed, Lions, Packers, Vikings
NFC Notes: Jameson Williams, Jayden Reed, Bears, Lions, Packers
Bears Bears veteran G Joe Thuney has played in 100% of the team’s offensive snaps this season, continuing the dependability he showed throughout his 10-year career. Chicago C Drew Dalman said Thuney has been a great leader for their entire offensive line. “He’s an incredible guy, an incredible teammate, an incredible player,” Dalman said, via Albert Breer of SI. “That’s … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Jameson Williams, Jayden Reed, Bears, Lions, Packers
Lions Fear S Brian Branch Suffered An Achilles Injury
Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that Lions S Brian Branch is feared to have suffered an Achilles injury during Thursday’s win over the Cowboys. Pelissero adds that Branch will undergo further tests this morning to determine the severity of the injury. However, teams generally know if a player has an Achilles injury, so this is very concerning news for Detroit. The Lions … [Read more...] about Lions Fear S Brian Branch Suffered An Achilles Injury
Tests Confirm Lions S Brian Branch Out For Season With Torn Achilles
Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports that tests on Monday confirmed the worst. Lions S Brian Branch does, in fact, have a season-ending torn Achille. You can expect the Lions to place him on injured reserve in the coming days and add someone to their roster. The Lions are already without Terrion Arnold and Kerby Joseph. Branch missed a game earlier in the season due to a suspension … [Read more...] about Tests Confirm Lions S Brian Branch Out For Season With Torn Achilles
NFC Notes: J.J. McCarthy, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Bears Bears HC Ben Johnson said that the team has been winning not because of its passing game. “We gotta fundamentally be correct,” Johnson said, via PFT. “The primary receiver, when he’s open, we’ve got to make sure we hit him. And then, all of our pass catchers, we just harped on it today, we need to be more disciplined in our route detail. It’s not where it needs to be. Our … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: J.J. McCarthy, Bears, Lions, Vikings