How far away is this Detroit Lions roster from being Super?
By Paul Cassar
Linebackers
KC – Anthony Hitchens, Damien Wilson and Ben Niemann worked together for 225 tackles and 3.5 sacks.
SF – Kwon Alexander, Fred Warner, and Dre Greenlaw combined for 224 tackles, 5.0 sacks and two interceptions.
DET – Jarrad Davis, Devon Kennard, Jahlani Tavai, and Christian Jones totaled 230 tackles, 13.0 sacks, and one interception.
Conclusion – If Davis or Tavai can ever develop into a feared force in the middle, this position group could be solid for the Lions moving forward. Until that happens, Detroit may need some help here too.
Defensive Backs
KC – Charvarius Ward, Bashaud Breeland, Kendall Fuller, Daniel Sorensen, and Tyrann Mathieu amassed 303 tackles, 3.0 sacks, and 10 interceptions. Pass defense rank, 6th.
SF – Emmanuel Moseley, Richard Sherman, K’Waun Williams, Jaquiski Tartt, and Jimmie Ward combined for 257 tackles, 2.5 sacks, and six interceptions. Pass defense rank, 2nd.
DET – Darius Slay, Rashaan Melvin, Justin Coleman, Tavon Wilson, and Tracy Walker accounted for 369 tackles, 1.0 sack, and four interceptions. Pass defense rank, 29th.
Conclusion – The amount of tackles for Detroit’s secondary isn’t necessarily a good thing. A defensive line that actually puts pressure on the quarterback would help this group. The Lions desperately need to add a cornerback to start opposite of Slay.
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In summary, the Detroit Lions roster isn’t remotely close to the two teams that we will watch on Sunday in Super Bowl LIV. I’m not sure if Motown will get a championship parade that it deserves any time soon.