After a slow start, the Detroit Lions defense picked up in Weeks 3 and 4 with solid performances against Atlanta and Green Bay. One of the defensive leaders drawing much praise for this improvement is linebacker Alex Anzalone. Here’s former NFL safety and ESPN commentator Ryan Clark following the win at Green Bay in Week 4:
“Alex Anzalone is playing really good ball for the Detroit Lions. He’s been stout in the run game and also affected the pass game with great zone drops and sticky coverage underneath. He’s the (leader) of this defense as well as.