Coming off two back-to-back 9-7 seasons under former head coach Jim Caldwell, the Detroit Lions made some major changes this offseason to try and get themselves over the playoff hump. Unfortunately, the Lions season will now officially be worse as the team limps into December a disappointing 4-8 in the standings following a loss to the Los Angeles Rams last weekend.
For many fans, the blame lies with two men. Either it’s because of first-time head coach Matt Patricia or quarterback Matthew Stafford. The Lions know life without Patricia as the team posted a winning record in Detroit three out of the past four seasons, including two playoff berths.