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Another downtrodden fan base with a good sense of humor. Rams fans should be able to relate.
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http://www.detroitlionsforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7071
L.A. Lams @ Detroit Loins (-3) Game week thread
Can the Loins continue their winning streak? There's a lot at steak.
Can Caldwell coach back to back perfect games and snatch victory from the jaws of defeat once again?
Can the O-line finally make everyone quit pining for the good ole days when Raiola dominated?
Can the D-line get a pass rush that gives the QB less than 20 seconds in the pocket?
Can Roberts finally return a kickoff past the 15 yd. line?
Stay tuned.
The Loins are girded and a rack of Lams will be served for dinner this Sunday.
Lions win.
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Sidenote: Lamb not Lam but the intent is is noted for sure.
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Lions can't block Donald. Lions lose
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Detroit was a 3 point favorite against the Rams last year.
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The Lions will do what you don't want them to do. Think in opposites.
"Oh, Lions got a huge win over the 3-0 Eagles. They will have no problem at home vs Case Keemum and the overrated Rams."
Jeff Fisher will probably look like a genius against the Lions, randomly.
Rams 20
Lions 16
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I want Jim Caldwell gone. Sick of watching either "a tale of two halves" or a clownshow. ...and expecting one or the other...continually. Some day I would like to feel confidence in the Lions.
Case Keenum...have a career day, bro!
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Todd Gurley has probably been salivating for this game all season
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Guarantee Lions win. Caldwell needs to keep his job to ensure SOL. It's not rocket science.
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I'd estimate about 2/3 of my life has been spent debating whether I want the Lions to win games or if I'd rather have them lose so the coach will get fired. It's a never ending struggle.
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This season was in the shitter the moment they announced Caldwell was returning.
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Apparently, the Rams are hit hard with injuries just like the Lions. They're missing a few key players on Defense, especially on the line. One of their cornerbacks just got hurt and is questionable.
This bodes well for the Lions offense. They just might put up a 40 burger if everything starts working.
The O-line is the key. If they can win the battle against a patchwork D-line then Stafford could light it up.
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As long as Aaron Donald is playing, the Rams will have no problem getting pressure on Stafford.
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Defensive linemen Robert Quinn, William Hayes and Michael Brockers did not play against the Bills because of injuries, and Fisher said all would be evaluated “day to day” this week.
That doesn't mean they're out this week, yet.
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Donald is good but he's no Superman. He won't play every down and the Lions can double him when he's in. He can be contained.
Stafford should be able to exploit their D when Donald's not in.
I don't know the status Ebron but I like this O better without him. He's Eddie Mush.
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If Tomlinson is half of that double team, I give Donald the advantage.
We could have had Donald instead of Ebron, hence, fucking Ebron.
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Really hope Ebron is on mega bucks...... More a week than I'll earn in a years. To be the shittest player in historically the shittest team in the NFL; only lots of money could possibly make that pain go away.
LIONS 28 THE BAMS 17
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Lol, time to pull the head out....This team has never taken advantage of another teams weaknesses.
I laugh my ass off everytime I hear someone predict that the Lions will take advantage of a weakness or injury because I have never in my life seen it happen.
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I also like how we see mediocre/bad teams on the schedule and think it's a winnable game...when the other team's fans see the Lions on the schedule and think the same exact thing
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C'mon the brown fans would shiver in fear if they saw the Lions coming up on their schedule....
who am I kidding, they would all circle that sucker and guess they had a "chance" at least, 50/50 coin flip.
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The Lions will win the next 2 which will ensure Caldwell remains the rest of the season.
Then they will finish 2-7 ending 6-10. Then Caldwell is gone.
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L.A. will be on the "Lam" and will be served up like a rack of "Lamb".
As usual, both of our lines are a major concern.
The Rams will more than likely try to establish the run. If they're blowing through our D-line and eating up clock, the Lions will lose the TOP and probably the game.
They probably won't challenge Slay and the secondary too much. They've been playing well.
The O-line has to give Stafford the time to make plays. They can't be dominated by Donald and a weak supporting cast. A run game would help.
Ebron not playing is a blessing. The extra lineman taking his spot is opening up many new options. Boldin can now overpower the middle and catch the one's Ebron usually drops. Especially in key points in the game.
It's also better for the running game. No more Ebron whiffing his blocks while the RB gets killed.
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So if the Lions lose at home to a Rams team missing (potentially) Robert Quinn, Michael Brockers, William Hayes and Trumaine Johnson, and Qb'd by Case Keenum, they should probably just cancel the rest of the season.
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Exactly correct!
In no case can Keenum have a career day. It's Gurley the D has to stop.
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The Lions already lost to the (1-4) Bears QB'd by Brian Hoyer. RB Jordan Howard and starting TE Logan Paulson (who?).
Yet we are here to witness the Lions go through a 6 to 8 win season and pick in the teens in the NFL draft.
Yea, yea some will say it doesn't matter where you draft. To some extent that is right. However that was the difference in the Lions being able to draft Patrick Peterson in 2011. Instead the Lions won 4 games in a row to end the 2010 season and drafted that fatass Nick Fairley.
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As a seasoned Lion fan, I can assure you it is too early to root for a loss. Half the fans were really pissed they won the game Sunday. There will be plenty of time for that option but not in week 5.
Main is dead on about the never ending struggle, the struggle is real but ultimately fools gold. The thought that they will fire a coach and hire somebody better is a dubious proposition. The best way to follow the Lions other than not following them is to expect a loss every game, celebrate when they win one because it only happens about 6 times a year. Never expect a week 18, if there is a week 18 expect them to get depantsed or get screwed by the refs. Most likely the former.
They definitely should celebrate the 1991 team. Every July 4th, Civil War enthusiasts gather at Gettysburg to reminisce and celebrate. The South lost but they have plaque signifying Pickett's Charge. Much like Pickett's Charge the 1991 NFC Championship game is the High Water mark of the franchise.
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The Lions will not lose this week. I might even throw down some cash online.
I could care less though. Win or lose, I am a Lions fan. It ends in futility no matter how the week to week wins and losses go. I came to a point years ago where I accept that. To my friends I get martyr points. In a sick way I almost like that at this point. Like someone else posted, until they win 2 playoff games in one season the part of me that "hopes" for the Lions will remain in hibernation.
It's too painful and frustrating to awaken it any time sooner than that. I expect it to hibernate until die. But I do enjoy posting here and talking about the Lions with others. Comedy relief. Martyr points.
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The Rams are wary of the Lions’ leading receiver, even though it’s not Calvin Johnson.
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I'll never understand some Lions fans. The Lions are 2-3 and could even up their record this Sunday. They're still in the hunt and some are worried about screwing next year's draft. Too weird.
The Stockholm Syndrome runs deep.
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I'm not excited about the Lions. It is obvious after seeing five games that they are not a very good team. I guess they are "still in the hunt" and they could get better and catch lightning in a bottle, but I don't think they have enough talent on defense to be very good.
I'll watch, though. I always do. **sigh**
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Stockholm Syndrome? Nothing like that at all.
More like Learned Helplessness (a very real phenomenon that's been studied).
Or finding ways to cope (by reframing reality) with a team that is the laughingstock of the pro sports world and is known as THE WORST FRANCHISE IN SPORTS. I reframe in my mind that "it's a hoot to root for Eric Hipple and Jeff Komlo." Gets me by.
So does rooting for higher draft picks. It's called coping.
Look at the schedule. They'll likely win the next 2. After that it gets much more difficult. They'll end up 6-10. Book it.
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The Lions are not a playoff team so why root for them to win? Does the win give you hope? Do you feel better about 7-9 than 6-10? Now that Quinn is in charge it should help having a higher pick. And losses will get Caldwell out.
Until the Lions clean house of all things WCF SOL will reign.
I can't believe I'm the only one who feels this way. I've been watching them since '72. Greg Landry is still my favorite Lions player. Had he not wrecked his knees he had potential to be something like Aaron Rodgers. He was accurate and mobile and tough. Charlie Sanders, Lem Barney, Mike Lucci, Steve Owens, Ron Jessie, Larry Hand - those guys meant everything to me. When they lost my week was affected. Then Billy Sims, Bubba Baker, David Hill, eventually Barry Sanders. When Sanders left I gave up. They became the SOL to me.
And until they win 2 playoff games that's how they'll remain for me. Fool me once shame on me. Fool me twice and I am dumb enough to keep hoping. Fool me 300 times and fuck you. Prove yourselves with 2 playoff wins and I'll open myself to be fooled again.
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http://www.detroitlionsforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7071
L.A. Lams @ Detroit Loins (-3) Game week thread
Can the Loins continue their winning streak? There's a lot at steak.
Can Caldwell coach back to back perfect games and snatch victory from the jaws of defeat once again?
Can the O-line finally make everyone quit pining for the good ole days when Raiola dominated?
Can the D-line get a pass rush that gives the QB less than 20 seconds in the pocket?
Can Roberts finally return a kickoff past the 15 yd. line?
Stay tuned.
The Loins are girded and a rack of Lams will be served for dinner this Sunday.
Lions win.
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Sidenote: Lamb not Lam but the intent is is noted for sure.
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Lions can't block Donald. Lions lose
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Detroit was a 3 point favorite against the Rams last year.
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The Lions will do what you don't want them to do. Think in opposites.
"Oh, Lions got a huge win over the 3-0 Eagles. They will have no problem at home vs Case Keemum and the overrated Rams."
Jeff Fisher will probably look like a genius against the Lions, randomly.
Rams 20
Lions 16
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I want Jim Caldwell gone. Sick of watching either "a tale of two halves" or a clownshow. ...and expecting one or the other...continually. Some day I would like to feel confidence in the Lions.
Case Keenum...have a career day, bro!
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Todd Gurley has probably been salivating for this game all season
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Guarantee Lions win. Caldwell needs to keep his job to ensure SOL. It's not rocket science.
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I'd estimate about 2/3 of my life has been spent debating whether I want the Lions to win games or if I'd rather have them lose so the coach will get fired. It's a never ending struggle.
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This season was in the shitter the moment they announced Caldwell was returning.
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Apparently, the Rams are hit hard with injuries just like the Lions. They're missing a few key players on Defense, especially on the line. One of their cornerbacks just got hurt and is questionable.
This bodes well for the Lions offense. They just might put up a 40 burger if everything starts working.
The O-line is the key. If they can win the battle against a patchwork D-line then Stafford could light it up.
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As long as Aaron Donald is playing, the Rams will have no problem getting pressure on Stafford.
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Defensive linemen Robert Quinn, William Hayes and Michael Brockers did not play against the Bills because of injuries, and Fisher said all would be evaluated “day to day” this week.
That doesn't mean they're out this week, yet.
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Donald is good but he's no Superman. He won't play every down and the Lions can double him when he's in. He can be contained.
Stafford should be able to exploit their D when Donald's not in.
I don't know the status Ebron but I like this O better without him. He's Eddie Mush.
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If Tomlinson is half of that double team, I give Donald the advantage.
We could have had Donald instead of Ebron, hence, fucking Ebron.
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Really hope Ebron is on mega bucks...... More a week than I'll earn in a years. To be the shittest player in historically the shittest team in the NFL; only lots of money could possibly make that pain go away.
LIONS 28 THE BAMS 17
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Lol, time to pull the head out....This team has never taken advantage of another teams weaknesses.
I laugh my ass off everytime I hear someone predict that the Lions will take advantage of a weakness or injury because I have never in my life seen it happen.
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I also like how we see mediocre/bad teams on the schedule and think it's a winnable game...when the other team's fans see the Lions on the schedule and think the same exact thing
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C'mon the brown fans would shiver in fear if they saw the Lions coming up on their schedule....
who am I kidding, they would all circle that sucker and guess they had a "chance" at least, 50/50 coin flip.
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The Lions will win the next 2 which will ensure Caldwell remains the rest of the season.
Then they will finish 2-7 ending 6-10. Then Caldwell is gone.
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L.A. will be on the "Lam" and will be served up like a rack of "Lamb".
As usual, both of our lines are a major concern.
The Rams will more than likely try to establish the run. If they're blowing through our D-line and eating up clock, the Lions will lose the TOP and probably the game.
They probably won't challenge Slay and the secondary too much. They've been playing well.
The O-line has to give Stafford the time to make plays. They can't be dominated by Donald and a weak supporting cast. A run game would help.
Ebron not playing is a blessing. The extra lineman taking his spot is opening up many new options. Boldin can now overpower the middle and catch the one's Ebron usually drops. Especially in key points in the game.
It's also better for the running game. No more Ebron whiffing his blocks while the RB gets killed.
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So if the Lions lose at home to a Rams team missing (potentially) Robert Quinn, Michael Brockers, William Hayes and Trumaine Johnson, and Qb'd by Case Keenum, they should probably just cancel the rest of the season.
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Exactly correct!
In no case can Keenum have a career day. It's Gurley the D has to stop.
------
The Lions already lost to the (1-4) Bears QB'd by Brian Hoyer. RB Jordan Howard and starting TE Logan Paulson (who?).
Yet we are here to witness the Lions go through a 6 to 8 win season and pick in the teens in the NFL draft.
Yea, yea some will say it doesn't matter where you draft. To some extent that is right. However that was the difference in the Lions being able to draft Patrick Peterson in 2011. Instead the Lions won 4 games in a row to end the 2010 season and drafted that fatass Nick Fairley.
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As a seasoned Lion fan, I can assure you it is too early to root for a loss. Half the fans were really pissed they won the game Sunday. There will be plenty of time for that option but not in week 5.
Main is dead on about the never ending struggle, the struggle is real but ultimately fools gold. The thought that they will fire a coach and hire somebody better is a dubious proposition. The best way to follow the Lions other than not following them is to expect a loss every game, celebrate when they win one because it only happens about 6 times a year. Never expect a week 18, if there is a week 18 expect them to get depantsed or get screwed by the refs. Most likely the former.
They definitely should celebrate the 1991 team. Every July 4th, Civil War enthusiasts gather at Gettysburg to reminisce and celebrate. The South lost but they have plaque signifying Pickett's Charge. Much like Pickett's Charge the 1991 NFC Championship game is the High Water mark of the franchise.
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The Lions will not lose this week. I might even throw down some cash online.
I could care less though. Win or lose, I am a Lions fan. It ends in futility no matter how the week to week wins and losses go. I came to a point years ago where I accept that. To my friends I get martyr points. In a sick way I almost like that at this point. Like someone else posted, until they win 2 playoff games in one season the part of me that "hopes" for the Lions will remain in hibernation.
It's too painful and frustrating to awaken it any time sooner than that. I expect it to hibernate until die. But I do enjoy posting here and talking about the Lions with others. Comedy relief. Martyr points.
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The Rams are wary of the Lions’ leading receiver, even though it’s not Calvin Johnson.
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I'll never understand some Lions fans. The Lions are 2-3 and could even up their record this Sunday. They're still in the hunt and some are worried about screwing next year's draft. Too weird.
The Stockholm Syndrome runs deep.
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I'm not excited about the Lions. It is obvious after seeing five games that they are not a very good team. I guess they are "still in the hunt" and they could get better and catch lightning in a bottle, but I don't think they have enough talent on defense to be very good.
I'll watch, though. I always do. **sigh**
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Stockholm Syndrome? Nothing like that at all.
More like Learned Helplessness (a very real phenomenon that's been studied).
Or finding ways to cope (by reframing reality) with a team that is the laughingstock of the pro sports world and is known as THE WORST FRANCHISE IN SPORTS. I reframe in my mind that "it's a hoot to root for Eric Hipple and Jeff Komlo." Gets me by.
So does rooting for higher draft picks. It's called coping.
Look at the schedule. They'll likely win the next 2. After that it gets much more difficult. They'll end up 6-10. Book it.
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The Lions are not a playoff team so why root for them to win? Does the win give you hope? Do you feel better about 7-9 than 6-10? Now that Quinn is in charge it should help having a higher pick. And losses will get Caldwell out.
Until the Lions clean house of all things WCF SOL will reign.
I can't believe I'm the only one who feels this way. I've been watching them since '72. Greg Landry is still my favorite Lions player. Had he not wrecked his knees he had potential to be something like Aaron Rodgers. He was accurate and mobile and tough. Charlie Sanders, Lem Barney, Mike Lucci, Steve Owens, Ron Jessie, Larry Hand - those guys meant everything to me. When they lost my week was affected. Then Billy Sims, Bubba Baker, David Hill, eventually Barry Sanders. When Sanders left I gave up. They became the SOL to me.
And until they win 2 playoff games that's how they'll remain for me. Fool me once shame on me. Fool me twice and I am dumb enough to keep hoping. Fool me 300 times and fuck you. Prove yourselves with 2 playoff wins and I'll open myself to be fooled again.
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