The Detroit Lions kickoff their 2018 campaign on Monday night in front of a national audience. They have the early game of the opening week “Monday Night Football” doubleheader, facing off against the New York Jets. The late game features the Los Angeles Rams visiting the Oakland Raiders.
There are plenty of intriguing story lines following both sidelines. For the Lions, it’s the beginning of a new era under head coach Matt Patricia. Paired with general manager Bob Quinn, the two are hoping to recreate just a fraction of the success they had working together with the New England Patriots for over a decade.