Free Press writers Jeff Seidel, Dave Birkett break down Lions meltdown against Vikings in Minneapolis, and wonder why team has regressed Nov. 4, 2018. Dave Birkett, Detroit Free Press
MINNEAPOLIS — There’s no question the Detroit Lions missed Golden Tate in their first game since their leading receiver was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles.
But the way the Minnesota Vikings dominated the Lions in Sunday’s 24-9 win, it’s doubtful Tate would have made much of a difference.
“I don’t think any one person out there on the field would have made a difference,” Lions coach Matt Patricia said.