A look at predicting how the Detroit Lions will fare on the field during the 2021 NFL season in every game.
Getty Romeo Okwara celebrates a big play in a Lions game. The Detroit Lions have finally learned their 2021 schedule, and as a result, there have been plenty of takes rolling in on what the season could look like for the team. Detroit is in rebuilding mode and have flipped over the roster as well as the front office and coaching staff in a dramatic way after not meeting expectations for years. That in itself could ensure some short-term pain this season, but will that be the case when the games get going? The latest Lions news straight to your inbox! Join the Heavy on Lions newsletter here! Join Heavy on Lions! Here’s a look at some predictions for the 2021 season for every game and the team’s final record when all is said and done. Win (1-0) The last time the Lions started a new tenure by taking on a rookie quarterback, the results were pretty dismal for Matt Patricia against Sam Darnold. This time around, Trey Lance may or may not start, but regardless, the team will be raring to go and get off to a good start against San Francisco. Jared Goff has liked this matchup in the past, and that will play out again in the season opener. Loss (1-1) This could be a game where the Lions announce their presence as a viable threat in the NFC North, and it is an intriguing thought to pick them given some of the current upheaval in Green Bay. Still, figuring that Aaron Rodgers patches things up with the Packers, it’s tough to give the Lions this win at night on the road. Detroit loses a close, tough game, which has been par for the course against Green Bay the last few seasons, especially at Lambeau Field. Loss (1-2) The Lions have a big challenge going against a tough Ravens offense, but the bigger challenge might be the defense, which remains one of the best in the league even though it can be periodically underrated. This group puts on a show, and the Lions manage to struggle to score most of the day in a loss. Win (2-2) This is a big time swing game for the Lions considering what the Bears are doing at quarterback, but somehow, the Lions will find a way to win a big road game against their rivals. It’s a tough spot for the Bears considering Justin Fields will either be learning on the job or the team will be starting Andy Dalton. Whomever the quarterback is, the Lions come up with a good effort.
