Detroit Lions Weblog

How Much Lower Can the Lions Sink?

How can you even begin to establish (or diminish?) the significance, and symbolism, of Joey Harrington returning to Ford Field and systematically dismantling Mr. Ford’s folly in front of a national television audience? 

The Lions played about ten minutes of quality football on Thanksgiving, and were incapable of executing on so many levels that only divine mercy would provide them with ten more days between games in which they can attempt to band-aid together whatever team confidence remains.  This team was not expected to perform miracles this season, but they have clearly undershot most people’s expectations.   After the win against the Falcons, it appeared that the Lions could be approaching a crucial point where they could begin turning around their losing ways. 

Instead, the Lions are now 5-40 on the road, 23-68 during Matt Millen’s tenure and have been blown out in three consecutive Thanksgiving Day games, all amidst a three game losing streak.   Matt Millen’s presidency is indefensible, to let his tenure continue is only cruel and negligent.   At this point, if you are likely to be selecting 2007’s number one draft pick, maybe it is time to start back from square one.   The only sign of hope that could possibly be offered to Lions fans would be to strip away all remnants of the Millen-era and keep the few basic, useful components that exist on the roster and start all over again.