Dungeon of Doom mailbag: What can the Lions do to improve their defense, and is help coming?
The Detroit Lions recently allowed a
season-high 400 passing yards.
Now, they face the challenge of hosting Justin Jefferson and the surging Minnesota Vikings in a high-stakes showdown at Ford Field.
On the positive side, linebacker Alex Anzalone may return in Week 18, which could boost the defense.
However, the secondary must adapt, especially with Carlton Davis III unavailable.
This unit has already played two games with a reconfigured lineup and needs to solidify its performance.
Amik Robertson and Terrion Arnold are holding down the outside cornerback roles, while Brian Branch has shifted back into the slot. Ifeatu Melifonwu has thrived in a versatile role, contributing significantly inside the box.
Meanwhile, Kerby Joseph continues to shine, leading the league with nine interceptions, including a standout game against San Francisco.
Hosts Ben Raven and Kory Woods delve into these topics and more in the latest episode of MLive’s Dungeon of Doom podcast, analyzing how the Lions can fortify their defense and prepare for the critical matchup ahead.