Allen Park — Here are four observations after having a night to ponder the Detroit Lions' 20-17 victory over the New York Jets.
First down
One of the more interesting things Lions coach Dan Campbell said after the game was his honest assessment of the mood of his team after the first half.
The coach sensed an unusual tightness through the first two quarters. He got a vibe that there was a fear of failure, which was leading to uncharacteristic mistakes. So, in addition to the standard halftime adjustments, Campbell shined a light on the team’s mental state, emphasizing the need to not let the moment get too big for them.