5 Takeaways From Detroit Lions’ Week 12 Loss
By Brian Kalchik
@BrianKalchik
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5 Takeaways From Detroit Lions' Week 12 Loss
No one ever defeats the New England Patriots in Foxborough, and the Detroit Lions became the 15th straight road opponent to lose in Gillette Stadium. This game was never close as the Lions were thrashed 34-9. Here are five takeaways from Detroit's Week 12 loss.
5. The Special Teams Were Atrocious
5. The Special Teams Were Atrocious
4. The Pass Rush Was Ineffective
4. The Pass Rush Was Ineffective
3. The Offensive Line Was Pathetic
3. The Offesnive Line Was Pathetic
2. Detroit's Passing Game Was Off All Day
2. Detroit's Passing Game Was Off All Day
1. Detroit's Secondary Was Outmatched
1. Detroit's Secondary Was Outmatched
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