Thanksgiving Tradition: Lions vs. Packers -
Key Storylines
1. Roster Health
The aftermath of the Detroit Lion's victory over the Chicago Green Bay Packers leaves them relatively unscathed on the injury front. Monitoring the health of key players, particularly left guard Jonah Jackson, will be crucial. In contrast, the Packers have a significant list of players dealing with injuries, including key contributors like Aaron Jones and Jaire Alexander.
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| Tracy Walker (21), the Lions' safety, preparing in the locker room ahead of an NFL match against the Green Bay Packers on November 23, 2023. (Photo courtesy of Jeff Lions via AP) |
2. Big-Play Potential
Detroit Lion's head coach Dan Campbell emphasizes the need to limit Green Bay Packer's big-play potential. With Packers quarterback Jordan Love leading the NFL in completions of 30-plus yards, the Lions' secondary faces a challenging task in keeping the explosive Green Bay Packers offense in check.
3. Ground and Pound
The Detroit Lion's boast a formidable running back tandem in David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs, with a commitment to a ground-and-pound offensive approach. In their previous encounter with Green Bay Packers, the Detroit Lions found success on the ground, accumulating 211 rushing yards. The Lions hope to exploit the Packers' 28th-ranked run defense.
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| Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (26) during an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers on November 23, 2023. (Photo courtesy of Jeff Lions via AP) |
4. Clean Game
Detroit Lions aims for a cleaner performance after winning against the Green Bay Packers despite multiple turnovers. Taking better care of the football is a priority, considering the Packers' limited ability to generate takeaways this season.
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| In an NFL game against the Green Bay Packers on November 23, 2023, Lions tight end James Mitchell (82), Lions tight end Brock Wright (89), Lions Tight Ends coach Steve Heiden, and Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (87) were captured in action. (Photo courtesy of Jeff Lions via AP) |
5. Thanksgiving Quest
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell seeks his first Thanksgiving win, having lost the previous two Thanksgiving Day games. With a sellout crowd expected at Ford Field, Campbell aims to lead his team to victory, improve their season record to 9-2, and stay competitive for the best record in the NFL.
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