The facts, record and performance show that something has pulled the Lions out of their lethargy and sparked a two-game winning streak.
However modest that is – beating the Packers a week ago on the road, and doubling down with an 18-13 win over the Raiders at Ford Field on Sunday – winning two straight beats what was happening before.
These are the raw stats on the mini-turnaround:
The Lions are 2-0 since owner Martha Firestone Ford’s decision to fire president Tom Lewand and general manager Martin Mayhew. She announced the moves during the bye week on Nov.