When we last checked in with Detroit Lions fans about their thoughts on general manager Brad Holmes, the team was mid-plunge. At the time, they were just 1-3—little did we know three more losses were around the corner—and people were already starting to feel a little restless.
Offensively, the team was absolutely steamrolling opponents, leading many to credit Holmes with continuing to build on a strong offensive line, drafting Amon-Ra St. Brown on Day 3, and bringing in a red zone weapon like Jamaal Williams.
But there was much consternation about the defense. Not only was it bad, but four draft picks (three in Day 1 or 2 of the draft) were essentially contributing nothing to the team: Levi Onwuzurike, Josh Paschal, Ifeatu Melifonwu and Derrick Barnes.