While the Detroit Lions defense isn’t fully responsible for the team’s 3-8-1 record, it does take the brunt of the blame. Through 13 weeks, the Lions are 25th in points allowed, 28th in yards per play allowed, and 26th in passer rating allowed.
Worse yet, the Lions defense cannot seem to make a play when the team so desperately needs one. They’ve held the lead in the fourth quarter in nine different games this season, yet only have three wins. Last week’s game against the Chicago Bears was a perfect example of how games have played out this year.