Calvin Johnson Will Be X-Factor For Detroit Lions In Week 10
After sitting on the sideline since week five, Calvin Johnson gives the Detroit Lions a huge boost on offense this week. As arguably the best receiver in the NFL today, Johnson gives the Lions a true star in their receiving core, and he is certainly ready to get back on the field and make an impact for his team. Going into Week 10, Calvin Johnson is clearly the Lions’ X-Factor.
Although the Johnson and the Lions are in for a tough matchup this week against a surging Miami Dolphins team, the star wide receiver still appears primed to make a huge impact for the Lions. Matthew Stafford has been throwing the ball better than ever this season, and with Golden Tate emerging as one of the league’s best complimentary receivers, Johnson won’t be under too much pressure to produce right away. Instead, Johnson will get an opportunity to thrive as Miami’s defense tries to focus on all of the other offensive weapons.
The biggest thing Johnson has going for him this week is his health. The high ankle sprain that caused him to miss the last three games is finally healthy, and the time off really allowed Johnson to heal up the rest of his body as well. Johnson is finally 100% healthy, and that could mean very big things for the Detroit receiver.
All in all, Calvin Johnson is the Lions’ X-Factor this week, and his return gives Detroit the physical presence they’ve lacked in his absence. With Johnson back in the lineup, the Lions look like a team ready to go on a roll.
Chris Ross is a New Orleans Saints writer for www.RantSports.com. You can follow him on Twitter, @DraftScout_NFL, “Like” him on Facebook, or add him to your network on Google.
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