As-Sabur Vines

I am a die-hard Lions fan born and raised in the NJ/NYC area. Started following the Lions in 1989 upon the drafting of Barry Sanders, the most electrifying college player I have ever seen! A structural engineer during the day. Writer during the evening.

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Detroit Lions Tight Ends Have To Get Involved In Game Plan

If someone told me that Matthew Stafford would throw for 329 yards, complete 67% of his throws, throw 3 TDs and that Calvin Johnson would notch a career best, 12 catches for 207 yards and a TD on the…Read More

First, Second, & Third Down Issues: A Closer Look

After being swept by the Minnesota Vikings last Sunday, Lions fans are left scratching their heads, wondering if this team is any good or just flat out frauds.  The Lions find themselves sitting at 4-5…Read More

Detroit Lions on 3rd Down: A Closer Look

Losers of 4 of their last 5 games, the Lions are sputtering out of playoff contention in the NFC. One glaring issue is the offense’s in-ability to convert 3rd downs.  It is often said that 3rd down…Read More

The Reiff Factor: A Closer Look Into Riley Reiff’s Impact

First round draft pick Riley Reiff saw his most playing time of the year on Sunday.  It just so happens the Lions had their best  day running the football, averaging nearly 5 yards per carry with 138…Read More

Three Things To Look For: Week 6

3 Things To Look For With the fierce pass rush the Philadelphia Eagles present, I would expect some no-huddle from the Lions. The Lions employed this strategy on the road vs the Tennessee Titans successfully,…Read More

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Red Zone Woes Key Problem for Detroit Lions

The Lions are returning from their much needed bye this week to face the Philadelphia Eagles with a…Read More