As the Detroit Lions head into their bye week, there’s plenty to celebrate — but not every player has lived up to expectations. One of the team’s most talked-about rookies has struggled to find his rhythm through the first half of the season, leaving fans and coaches hoping for a turnaround down the stretch.
The young defender entered the season with high expectations after flashing big potential in training camp and preseason. But once the real action began, inconsistency, missed assignments, and limited impact have made his first few months in the NFL less than ideal. While flashes of talent have been there, the Lions need more production from a player they were counting on to boost their already aggressive defense.
Still, Detroit’s coaching staff isn’t giving up on him. Dan Campbell and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn have both stressed patience, emphasizing that rookie struggles are part of the process. The bye week gives him time to reset, study film, and regain confidence — and if he bounces back strong, the second half of the season could tell a very different story.
Detroit’s Rookie Disappointment, Hype Meets Hard Truth: Lions Rookie Off to a Rough Start
