Lions are REALLY good

[mblack]

They are a HUGE problem. It’s a shootout in Detroit. The Lions offense is flat out scary. Goff has been perfect 17 for 17 so far.
They are scoring TDs any way they want and match down the field with ease.

[FLVike]

yep, pretty good for a second place team.

[Mattyman]

Seattle was missing (5), of their front 7 defensive player and 2 Offensive Tackles.

https://www.espn.com/nfl/team/injuries/_...e-seahawks

[StickierBuns]

Seattle was missing (5), of their front 7 defensive player and 2 Offensive Tackles.

https://www.espn.com/nfl/team/injuries/_...e-seahawks

This. And Geno Smith threw for 400 yards (I threw that in because I've heard some Viking's fan complaining about that with Love, lol). Seahawks are a MASH unit on defense, tons of injuries.

But if some fans want to crown 'em, go ahead. Firmly in 2nd place in the NFCN. Only 2 undefeated teams in the NFL and the Lions ain't one of them.

[MaroonBells]

OK, but let's put this in context. Up until last night, Jared Goff had thrown 3 TDs and 4 INTs. He appeared rattled and was habitually checking down short of the sticks. Fans and media were wondering what was wrong with Jared Goff and should the Lions consider putting in Hendon Hooker.

Played great last night, but that's the NFL. Yes, the Lions are a very good team. Probably the best team the Vikings have on their remaining schedule. If they're on, you want no part of them. But they're not always on.

[Bullazin]

OK, but let's put this in context. Up until last night, Jared Goff had thrown 3 TDs and 4 INTs. He appeared rattled and was habitually checking down short of the sticks. Fans and media were wondering what was wrong with Jared Goff and should the Lions consider putting in Hendon Hooker.

Played great last night, but that's the NFL. Yes, the Lions are a very good team. Probably the best team the Vikings have on their remaining schedule. If they're on, you want no part of them. But they're not always on.

Not always on, but very physical and very talented and well coached. They are the best team in the NFC North until we take it from them.

[StickierBuns]

Not always on, but very physical and very talented and well coached. They are the best team in the NFC North until we take it from them.

For sure talented. And, as always, the proof is in the pudding. Minnesota has a nice 3-0 NFC win total and 1-0 in the NFCN. Can't ask for a better start. But a LONG way to go to prove who the King of the NFC North is as you mention. Detroit might have the horses to take it once again.

[MAD GAINZ]

OK, but let's put this in context. Up until last night, Jared Goff had thrown 3 TDs and 4 INTs. He appeared rattled and was habitually checking down short of the sticks. Fans and media were wondering what was wrong with Jared Goff and should the Lions consider putting in Hendon Hooker.

Played great last night, but that's the NFL. Yes, the Lions are a very good team. Probably the best team the Vikings have on their remaining schedule. If they're on, you want no part of them. But they're not always on.

That's exactly what I was going to point out.  Also, THIS Vikings team can match the physicality of Detroit. Last year, we couldn't.  

I said it after we beat SF, but I'll say it again.  Our team closely mirrors Detroit.  Great collection of offensive playmakers, good OL, front 7 on defense is physical and talented, and we have a veteran QB cast off that is playing the best football of his career and found a home.

I think we can go toe to toe with Detroit.  The way to beat Goff is to pressure him and stop their run game.  Should be a fun game in a few weeks.

[mblack]

Seattle was missing (5), of their front 7 defensive player and 2 Offensive Tackles.

https://www.espn.com/nfl/team/injuries/_...e-seahawks

Phew! Thanks for setting me straight. They were just going up and down the field. It makes sense now. Plus the Lions defense could not really stop Seattle either.

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OK, but let's put this in context. Up until last night, Jared Goff had thrown 3 TDs and 4 INTs. He appeared rattled and was habitually checking down short of the sticks. Fans and media were wondering what was wrong with Jared Goff and should the Lions consider putting in Hendon Hooker.

Played great last night, but that's the NFL. Yes, the Lions are a very good team. Probably the best team the Vikings have on their remaining schedule. If they're on, you want no part of them. But they're not always on.

Thanks for the context. I agree. They are a very good team and well balanced on offense

[wiviking]

Factor in their coach, Mike Tice part deux. Detroit is always gonna Detroit. It's nice that they are just a couple hour drive from Cleveland. They can console each other in January.