What makes this a substantial upgrade however is the unique skill set Cudjo and Wright bring to the Lions. Expected W-L: 7.0-9.0. Record: 7-9-0, 3rd in NFC North Division (Schedule and Results) Coach: Jim Caldwell (7-9-0) Points For: 358 (22.4/g) 18th of 32. On the contrary, he found himself inactive in favor of journeymen like Andre Fluellen.This off-season the Detroit Lions lost defensive linemen who contributed 19 sacks or 45 percent of the defense’s 2014 sack total. This off-season the Detroit Lions lost defensive linemen who contributed 19 sacks or 45 percent of the defense’s 2014 sack total. Detroit Lions draft preview Defensive Line 2015 Deep class of lineman this year. In 2014, Caraun Reid was the weakest link along the interior of the Lions’ defensive front. What makes this a substantial upgrade however is the unique skill set Cudjo and Wright bring to the Lions. Defensive Coordinator: Teryl Austin. We’ll investigate whether the 2015 Detroit Lions Defensive Line is equipped to make another historic run.Enter Gabe Wright and Jermelle Cudjo.Build your custom FanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis on Detroit Lions and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more.Powered by Minute Media © 2020 All Rights Reserved.On his own merits, Cudjo offers more to the Lions in 2015 than Reid offered a year prior. Inconsistent play by Matthew Stafford, including throwing 3 interceptions, forced him to the sidelines for the game's remainder. Lions use 'Hustle Tape' to inspire defensive line. The strategy worked until Fairley injured his knee a four weeks ago and has been sidelined ever since.Build your custom FanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis on All Detroit Sports and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more.Your privacy is safe with us. (Quarterback Matthew Stafford was the leading rusher with only 20 yards. Defensive Line. Wide receiver Calvin Johnson works with Troy rookie Ethan Davis after practice Thursday at Detroit Lions training camp in Allen Park, Michigan on August 6, 2015. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices.Sure the Detroit Lions are in the midst of a playoff run but it’s never to early to start thinking about the NFL Draft. In fact, when Nick Fairley went down due to injury Reid was not shown more action. 2015 Detroit Lions: A Slappy’s Guide by Kent Platte Detroit Lions Injury Report for Matchup vs San Diego Chargers by Mark DeGain 2015 Detroit Lions Defensive Line: Asset or Liability In any case, there are a ton of different possible combinations for the Lions' 2015 starting offensive line. By Alex Reno @alex_reno May 3, 2015… Having lost at Ford Field for the first time, the Eagles dropped to 6–1 when playing on Thanksgiving.The Vikings took an early 14–0 lead on the visiting Lions and never looked back, as Detroit struggled to find any offensive consistency, especially in the running game. In 2014, Caraun Reid was the weakest link along the interior of the Lions’ defensive front. By Sean Yuille Jan 13, 2015, 11:00am EST Share this story
In fact, when Nick Fairley went down due to injury Reid was not shown more action. Playing in their home debut, the 0–2 Lions closed the game to 14–12 in the third quarter, but a two-point conversion to tie the score failed. Cudjo is a bit stouter at the point of attack than Wright; Wright is a bit more explosive than Cudjo. He was Detroit's highest graded player on defense by Pro Football Focus (by a wide margin), and led the team in sacks (7.0), quarterback hits (14) and hurries (41).
This off-season the Detroit Lions lost defensive linemen who contributed 19 sacks or 45 percent of the defense’s 2014 sack total.