Last year, the Detroit Lions’ offense ranked seventh in points scored, yet it was still considered a disappointment, all things considered. Struggles in short-yardage situations and red zone inefficiencies ultimately held the unit back, and defensive and special teams scores inflated their overall numbers a bit.
That was all supposed to be fixed this year. The Lions beefed up their offensive line, added some supreme threats in the backfield, and got a new offensive line coach to make the offense as potent as the talent suggests.
Instead, the Lions are only averaging 22 points per game (t-18th) and one of their five total touchdowns was scored by the defense.