Did anyone else watch AGs press conference? He seemed really defensive (no pun). Multiple times he answered the media’s questions by reminding them that the Lions are a “top 10 defense” according to the stats (which is true by total yards but we are 20th points allowed).
Idk, it rubbed me the wrong me the wrong way. We all know stats dont tell the whole story. And when asked about the trade deadline, he called a reporter’s statement “the stupidest thing you could say” in regards to adding more defensive help.
AG is gritty, sure, but he doesn’t seem to take the same accountability as the rest of the coaching staff. This is NOT a fire AG post. I just wonder if others get the same vibe as me.
Stats require context.
Sam Howell leads the league in yards, is he the top 3 QB in football right now?
No.
Against the few playoff teams we played we allowed 35+ points against them all.
The defense does force more turnovers than last year, and it is extremely good against the run
Yet on third down we struggle heavily to get off the field. Especially third and long.
Soft cushion corners, uninspiring pass rush, and blown coverages
We beat the buccaneers 20-6 but it might have been one of our worst defensive games, we gave up wide open routes everywhere. Baker just missed.