MichiganCardinal Posted August 23 Author Share Posted August 23 (edited) 15 hours ago, MichiganCardinal said: It's a weird time to be a Lions fan when our question marks are WR3, OL6, and EDGE5. Meanwhile Mike Valenti is seriously doing “Brad Holmes is a bad 3rd round drafter” radio right now. Edited August 23 by MichiganCardinal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddha Posted August 23 Share Posted August 23 34 minutes ago, MichiganCardinal said: Meanwhile Mike Valenti is seriously doing “Brad Holmes is a bad 3rd round drafter” radio right now. and yet you continue to listen... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichiganCardinal Posted August 23 Author Share Posted August 23 14 minutes ago, buddha said: and yet you continue to listen... I’m starved for football content. He didn’t keep me much longer though. Lions have their best chance of a deep playoff push in franchise history and he started blabbering about Connor Stallions not getting a job at Berkley High School. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichiganCardinal Posted August 25 Author Share Posted August 25 On 8/20/2024 at 10:21 PM, MichiganCardinal said: Preseason 53-Man Prediction 2.0 Quarterbacks (2): Jared Goff and Hendon Hooker Running Backs (4): Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery, Craig Reynolds, and Sione Vaki Wide Receiver (5): Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, TBD, Kalif Raymond, and Isaiah Williams Tight End (3): Sam LaPorta, Brock Wright, and Shane Zylstra Offensive Line (10): Penei Sewell, Graham Glasgow, Frank Ragnow, Kevin Zeitler, Taylor Decker, Kayode Awosika, Dan Skipper, Colby Sorsdal, Christian Mahogany, and Giovanni Manu Edge Rusher (5): Aidan Hutchinson, Marcus Davenport, Josh Paschal, Mitchell Agude, and James Houston Defensive Interior (6): Alim McNeill, DJ Reader, Levi Onwuzurike, Kyle Peko, Brodric Martin, and Mekhi Wingo Linebackers (5): Alex Anzalone, Jack Campbell, Jalen Reeves-Maybin, Malcolm Rodriguez, and Derrick Barnes Cornerback (6): Carlton Davis, Terrion Arnold, Amik Robertson, Ennis Rakestraw, Khalil Dorsey, and Kindle Vildor Safety (4): Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph, Iffy Melifonwu, and CJ Moore Special Teams (3): Jake Bates, Jack Fox, and Scott Daly Final Preseason 53-Man Prediction Quarterbacks (3): Jared Goff, Nate Sudfeld, and Hendon Hooker IN: Nate Sudfeld I really hate this, but I think it's what they'll do. If Sudfeld was in competition for QB2 he would have played yesterday. I still think keeping three is wasting a roster spot that could go to keeping an extra tight end, offensive lineman, or edge rusher. I don't see the benefit to spending one of 53 spots on a guy like Sudfeld you could almost certainly stash after the fact. If you really feel like Hooker isn't ready, and Goff goes down, Hooker only needs to finish the rest of that game you're currently in. Call up Sudfeld after the game and have him start the next one. It's not worth getting worked up over, but I don't think this is the right call by Holmes and Campbell. I also think that it's likely Fromm will be kept on the practice squad after his impromptu performance, assuming he clears waivers, giving us at least two too many mediocre QBs for my taste. Running Backs (4): Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery, Craig Reynolds, and Sione Vaki No change. This seems pretty set in stone, though it will be interesting to see if Vaki is purely a special teams contributor or if he ends up being the RB3 as well. I think at least one of Jefferson and Funk gets picked up on waivers, with the other hitting the practice squad. Wide Receiver (4): Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, Kalif Raymond, and Isaiah Williams OUT: TBD Nothing has changed here. Neither DPJ nor Fountain have earned a roster spot, and I'll be disappointed if either are given one. Williams has absolutely earned one, and as I said the other day, his ceiling is higher than Raymond's. I don't think you can cut him with the state of this WR room. I don't think they go into the Rams game with only four WRs, but I do think that is what the depth chart will look like on Tuesday night. Tight End (4): Sam LaPorta, Brock Wright, Shane Zylstra, and Parker Hesse (FB) IN: Parker Hesse My bold take (that could be completely wrong) is that I think Hesse is in as a quasi TE/FB. Campbell had an infatuation with Jason Cabinda for a long time, and I think that Hesse fills that role, from more of a TE position. From there, I think Zylstra and Mitchell are neck and neck. Mitchell was really bad against really bad competition yesterday, so I'll still give the slight edge to Zylstra. I also think Zylstra is a better pass catching threat to simulate LaPorta's contributions, but it could go either way. I would also predict that one of Zylstra or Hesse likely gets cut later in the week though to make room for a fifth WR, unless that comes in a trade. Offensive Line (9): Penei Sewell, Graham Glasgow, Frank Ragnow, Kevin Zeitler, Taylor Decker, Kayode Awosika, Dan Skipper, Colby Sorsdal, and Giovanni Manu Reserve/NFI: Christian Mahogany I did more research and Mahogany can be listed on the NFI list, which just makes him ineligible for the first four weeks. I'm sure they'll do this with him, because there is no way he'll be ready for action in the first four weeks after missing nearly all of camp. Coming out of the week five bye week, there will likely be an injury somewhere that opens a spot for him, or he may even bump Sorsdal. I think they take a long look at Kingsley Eguakun, and he'll be at the practice squad waiting for the first sign of need here. It's not ideal to have no real backup center on the 53-man, especially with Ragnow's past toe issues. But I think that's likely how they start the season. Skipper is your backup tackle and 6th OLman on heavy fronts, Awosika is your backup swing guard (who also comes in at guard while Glasgow goes to center if Ragnow comes out), Sorsdal is your mediocre swiss army knife who can play anywhere in a pinch, and Manu is not dressing, but learning. Edge Rusher (5): Aidan Hutchinson, Marcus Davenport, Josh Paschal, Isaac Ukwu, and James Houston IN: Isaac Ukwu OUT: Mitchell Agude I do think Houston is on the bubble, but his performance against the Steelers makes him the 52nd or 53rd man on the roster (alongside the 4th TE). Like I said before, he may not dress every week, because he's largely useless against the run and will only play on obvious pass downs. If they can only keep one of Ukwu and Houston, I think they keep Ukwu and look to trade Houston today or tomorrow. If his value is high enough, they may even move him for a WR if he is the 52nd or 53rd player. Agude is versatile, and would be nice to have on the practice squad in case of an injury here or in the linebacker room. Defensive Interior (5): Alim McNeill, DJ Reader, Levi Onwuzurike, Kyle Peko, and Mekhi Wingo (IR/DTR: Brodric Martin) I think Martin's hyperextended knee yesterday gives them some wiggle room here if they really want to keep both of Ukwu and Houston. They just activated Reader off of the PUP in the last hour or so, which tells me they are confident he will be good to go by week four. If neither Reader nor Martin would be good to go week one, I think they put Martin on the IR, designating him to return after week five, which spares them an extra roster spot. Linebackers (6): Alex Anzalone, Jack Campbell, Jalen Reeves-Maybin, Malcolm Rodriguez, Derrick Barnes, and Ben Niemann IN: Ben Niemann Niemann seems like a lock based on his not playing against the Steelers. He'll fill the Anthony Pittman role, excelling on special teams. Cornerback (6): Carlton Davis III, Terrion Arnold, Amik Robertson, Ennis Rakestraw, Kindle Vildor, and Khalil Dorsey (IR/DTR: Emmanuel Moseley) No change. I think Vildor is a lock at this point based on his resting yesterday. I still give Dorsey the nod over Gilmore. I think Moseley gets one of the two IR spots that are designated to return with the rule change. Safety (4): Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph, Iffy Melifonwu, and CJ Moore No change. The one thing that could change here is based on Iffy's status. If his injury is worse than Campbell is reporting, and he is not going to be able to go for the first four weeks, they could place him on IR with a designation to return (which might screw up my DT prediction because they only get two of those). If so, they would likely keep Brandon Joseph instead of Iffy. As of Campbell's most recent comments though, I think Iffy makes the roster and misses a week or two. Special Teams (3): Jake Bates, Jack Fox, and Scott Daly No change. Bates probably has a short leash in the season if he's missing extra points and short field goals. I think Badgley would have won this battle if he didn't get hurt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichiganCardinal Posted August 25 Author Share Posted August 25 I may be biased, but this is the first season where a prediction like this isn't worthy of commitment. And, purely for the record of course, I have correctly predicted the Lions record in back-to-back seasons, including correctly predicting a 3-point loss in the NFC Championship Game last year.... So basically, I speak it and it happens, what can I say? AFC East Buffalo Bills (9-8) *4 Miami Dolphins (9-8) New York Jets (8-9) New England Patriots (3-14) AFC North Cincinnati Bengals (11-6) *2 Baltimore Ravens (10-7) *5 Cleveland Browns (9-8) *6 Pittsburgh Steelers (8-9) AFC South Indianapolis Colts (10-7) *3 Houston Texans (9-8) *7 Jacksonville Jaguars (8-9) Tennessee Titans (5-12) AFC West Kansas City Chiefs (13-4) *1 Las Vegas Raiders (8-9) Los Angeles Chargers (6-11) Denver Broncos (5-12) NFC East Philadelphia Eagles (11-6) *2 Dallas Cowboys (9-8) *7 Washington Commanders (6-11) New York Giants (5-12) NFC North Detroit Lions (12-5) *1 Green Bay Packers (11-6) *5 Chicago Bears (8-9) Minnesota Vikings (6-11) NFC South Atlanta Falcons (9-8) *4 Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-10) New Orleans Saints (6-11) Carolina Panthers (4-13) NFC West San Francisco 49ers (11-6) *3 Los Angeles Rams (10-7) *6 Seattle Seahawks (6-11) Arizona Cardinals (5-12) AFC Wildcard (2) Bengals over (7) Texans (3) Colts over (6) Browns (5) Ravens over (4) Bills BYE: (1) Chiefs NFC Wildcard (2) Eagles over (7) Cowboys (6) Rams over (3) 49ers (5) Packers over (4) Falcons BYE: (1) Lions AFC Divisional (1) Chiefs over (5) Ravens (3) Colts over (2) Bengals NFC Divisional (1) Lions over (6) Rams (5) Packers over (2) Eagles AFC Championship Game (1) Chiefs over (3) Colts NFC Championship Game (1) Lions over (5) Packers Super Bowl LIX (1N) Lions over (1A) Chiefs Accolades MVP: Patrick Mahomes, QB, Kansas City Chiefs OPOY: Ja'Marr Chase, WR, Cincinnati Bengals DPOY: Aidan Hutchinson, EDGE, Detroit Lions OROY: Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Arizona Cardinals DROY: Laiatu Latu, EDGE, Indianapolis Colts CBPOY: Anthony Richardson, QB, Indianapolis Colts COTY: Dan Campbell, Detroit Lions SBMVP: Jared Goff, QB, Detroit Lions Lions Schedule Week One: v. Los Angeles Rams (SNF) - W 34-28 (1-0) Week Two: v. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - W 31-20 (2-0) Week Three: @ Arizona Cardinals - W 27-24 (3-0) Week Four: v. Seattle Seahawks (MNF) - W 34-24 (4-0) Week Five: BYE Week Six: @ Dallas Cowboys - L 31-28 (4-1) Week Seven: @ Minnesota Vikings - W 28-17 (5-1) Week Eight: v. Tennessee Titans - W 31-10 (6-1) Week Nine: @ Green Bay Packers - L 30-27 (6-2) Week Ten: @ Houston Texans (SNF) - W 35-28 (7-2) Week Eleven: v. Jacksonville Jaguars - W 38-24 (8-2) Week Twelve: @ Indianapolis Colts - L 34-14 (8-3) Week Thirteen: v. Chicago Bears (Thanksgiving) - W 30-7 (9-3) Week Fourteen: v. Green Bay Packers (TNF) - W 28-27 (10-3) Week Fifteen: v. Buffalo Bills - L 30-27 (10-4) Week Sixteen: @ Chicago Bears - L 28-25 (10-5) Week Seventeen: @ San Francisco 49ers (MNF) - W 34-31 (11-5) Week Eighteen: v. Minnesota Vikings - W 37-16 (12-5) Wildcard Weekend: BYE Divisional Round: v. Los Angeles Rams, W 28-27 (13-5) NFC Championship Game: v. Green Bay Packers, W 42-35 (OT) (14-5) Super Bowl LIX: v. Kansas City Chiefs, W 30-24 (15-5) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hongbit Posted September 4 Share Posted September 4 No idea how the game by game plays out so I’ll do it this way. Lions Home: 7-2 Lions Road: 5-3 12-5 - NFC North Champs and #2 NFC seed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.TaterSalad Posted September 5 Share Posted September 5 What's everyone's predictions for Jaemo this year? Will he have a 1,000 yards or more receiving? Will he have more than 5 receiving TDs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichiganCardinal Posted September 5 Author Share Posted September 5 Couple Bold Ass Predictions 1. Parker Hesse scores 2+ touchdowns, as a fullback. 2. Jahmyr Gibbs records 1200+ rushing yards, 800+ receiving yards, and enters 2025 as a consensus #1 fantasy pick. 3. Aidan Hutchinson, Alim McNeill, and (Marcus Davenport + James Houston) all record 10+ sacks. NFL-wise 1. Aaron Rodgers is ultimately booed by Jets fans, misses the playoffs, and goes to Minnesota on a one-year deal in the offseason, completing the Favre trajectory. 2. Caleb Williams shows potential but ultimately throws more interceptions than touchdowns before getting knocked out for the season in the Thanksgiving Day game. Eberflus is fired on Black Monday. 3. Travis Kelce takes a large step back and is no longer among the top ten performing Tight Ends in the league. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TP_Fan Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 I got them at 7-10. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
number20 Posted September 9 Share Posted September 9 NFC North Lions who cares NFC South/East/West: Don't care Entire AFC: Don't care Super Bowl: Lions win vs. who cares Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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