Detroit Lions Leadership Team Performance in Third Season Security Concerns Buy-In from Players Team Rankings in Yards Allowed Press Conference Statements Defensive Performance in Third Season Team Performance in First Season Offensive Line Strategy Confidence of the Team Closing Out Games Decision-making Statements Success of Free Agent Signings Team Rankings in Points Allowed Team Management Post-game Comments Overcoming Adversity in Second Season Injury Management Identity of the Team Offensive Performance in Third Season Kyle Shanahan Impact Successful Draft Picks Defensive Strategy Player Development Post-Game Comments Acquisitions by General Manager Relationship with Todd Bowles Offensive Line Performance Rushing Concepts Coaching Philosophy Building a Winning Culture Motivation Aggressive Playcalling Play Calling Super Bowl Aspirations Future Challenges Building a Strong Roster Defensive Improvement Lions Offense Strategy Team Performance Postgame Remarks Team Performance in Second Season Adversity Faced in First Season Defensive Pressure on Quarterback