DETROIT LIONS COACH HAS MADE A SHOCHING ANNOUNCEMENT TO.
Michael Niese, an offensive lineman for the Detroit Lions, is elevated for the Bears game.
When the Detroit Lions travel to face Justin Fields and the Chicago Bears on Sunday, they hope to improve their record to 10-3 overall. The offensive lineman Michael Niese has been elevated by the Lions for their Week 14 game against the Bears, the team announced moments ago. Contrary to popular belief, Bruce Irvin will not be elevated by the Lions for the game.
The Detroit Lions were expected to promote an offensive lineman in order to guarantee that they would have eight active linemen on the gameday roster, as we mentioned yesterday, with center Frank Ragnow’s absence already confirmed. With this change, the team is able to field 48 players for the game, up from their customary 47.
Prior to their game against the Chicago Bears, the Detroit Lions’ tactical approach to roster management is evident in their decision to elevate Michael Niese but not Bruce Irvin. These choices highlight the value of strategic roster planning in the NFL, especially in the wake of Frank Ragnow’s absence. Maintaining competitive strength and depth will require the Lions to be able to shift and rearrange their lineup, especially as they look to improve their season record to 10-3.
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When the Detroit Lions visit the Chicago Bears in the Windy City on Sunday afternoon, they hope to improve their record to 10-3 overall. I disagree with those who claim that this will be a “weather game,” as the Chicago forecast calls for a 35 degree game time temperature, 11 mph winds, and no precipitation. That’s what we call fantastic football weather, my friends! Having said that, I believe that running the football and stopping the run will determine the outcome of the game. In actuality, the outcome of the game will be decided by two strength-on-strength matches.
This is a titanic matchup statistically speaking. The Chicago Bears have one of the best run defenses in the NFL; they allow just 79.0 yards per game, tied with the San Francisco 49ers for the league lead. In comparison, the Detroit Lions are the fourth-best rushing team in the league with 137.3 yards per game.
David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs form a thunder-and-lightning backfield that is essential to the Lions’ rushing attack. Notably, the main workhorse has been Montgomery, a former Bear. The Bears defensive front’s capacity to contain the adaptable and dangerous Lions ground game will be put to the test in this game.
The Bears’ rushing attack, spearheaded by quarterback Justin Fields, is their main offensive weapon. Fields has consistently caused issues for the Lions. Fields’ ability to run and create plays has been impressive, as evidenced by his astounding 127.7 rushing yards per game over the last three games. He is difficult for any one defender to tackle because of his strength and elusiveness. With 137.7 yards per game, the Bears have the third-best rushing attack overall.
With respect to stopping the run, the Lions’ rush defense ranks No. 5 in the NFL right now, giving up just 93.1 yards per game. The Lions ought to be able to stop Fields if they can contain him when it comes to his legs.
