2019 Detroit Lions

[EGrant]

sirrealone makes great points.

The Patriots don't have a ton of cap space, and they build through the draft anyway. Their coach, QB and system allows them to just plug in seemingly random [[low salary) guys and maximize their potential. Paying free agents has never really been their MO.

Imagine if the Lions adopted this philosophy; fans and radio callers would be furious that the Lions "didn't do anything" in free agency. They filled their biggest needs, including TE, so they don't waste a first round pick on a TE again. Flowers is a lot of money, but he's fairly young and has proven he can play at a high level.

What happens on the field is what really matters, but I think the reactions to this have been overblown.

[Bong-Man]

This team's offensive line was owned by two teams in their division. Until they address that problem, playing .500 ball will continue to be a struggle.

[EGrant]

They filled their biggest needs, including TE, so they don't waste a first round pick on a TE again.

I got nothing. Looking forward to another season of eight sellout crowds watching this pathetic franchise go 7-9.