We’re officially onto Houston after the Detroit Lions laid a dud in the preseason opener. But a new weeks sparks a new opportunity for hope. The Lions will get their chance to measure up against another team this week, as they face off against the Texans for a set of two joint practices and a preseason game.
Obviously, none of this matters when it comes to the final 2019 NFL standings, but having the opportunity to measure up against another team provides valuable information on how the season may play out. Joint practices are especially unique, as they give us the opportunity to see plenty of first-team reps, whereas the preseason game may give us nothing.