Stephen A. Smith 'Very Concerned' About Lions Despite Week 1 Win
ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith raised serious issues for the Detroit Lions before their Week 2 game against the Buffalo Bills.
Stephen A. Smith expressed worry about the Detroit Lions despite their Week 1 overtime victory over the New Orleans Saints. The Lions secured a 31-30 win, but Smith felt it was a concerning result. He stated, "I'm very, very concerned about them." Smith was particularly troubled by the Lions' defense, which allowed 469 yards and converted over half of their third-down attempts.
"I'm looking at you giving up 469 yards," Smith commented. He also noted that the defense had fallen to 29th in the league without former defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn. Smith believes the team needs a Week 2 win to regain confidence, comparing Detroit's lack of form to when they were seen as potential Super Bowl contenders. "Their offense is still potent without Ben Johnson.
Their defense has fallen off," Smith added. He reiterated that Detroit hasn't returned to its former glory under Dan Campbell's leadership. The Lions face the Buffalo Bills in a critical Thursday Night Football game on Prime Video.
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