Detroit Lions: Offensive foundation crumbling before us
By Zack Moran
Depleted receiving corps
The hits just kept on coming with the loss of Marvin Jones. Initially, the reports were Jones suffered a bone bruise and be able to return. Then our worst dreams came true.
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The Lions placed Jones on injured reserve with a season ending knee injury. What was once thought of as one of the best receiving corps in the league probably turned into one of the worst in a blink of an eye with the losses of Tate and Marvin Jones.
The Lions now have to rely on Kenny Golladay as their No. 1 receiver for the rest of the year. What is worrisome is the cast behind him. If I told you Bruce Ellington would magically make his way to Detroit and become the No. 2 receiver, I’m sure I would’ve wound up in a straight jacket. Somehow someway that has become the reality. To round up the receivers; T.J Jones, has been inconsistent, and Andy Jones and Brandon Powell are unproven. Leaving a lot to be desired.
The tight ends have been a hot mess all season. Michael Roberts showed some promise when he caught three touchdowns in two games, but outside of that, he has been a no-show. He did suffer an injury, which might explain his issues; but he is not someone you want to rely on as your No. 1 tight end.
Luke Willson and Levine Toilolo have not turned into what everyone hoped they would when they were signed. Their blocking has been questionable and they are hardly used as receivers. With the unproven talent at receiver and questionable play of the tight ends, it has made the Lions’ receiving corps one of the worst in the league.