After a rocky Week 12 performance, Lions cornerback Kindle Vildor had a strong outing during their Thanksgiving day win over the Bears.
If you are reading this, then chances are you are well-aware of how much injuries have hurt this 2024 Detroit Lions team. Defensive end Aidan Hutchinson was naturally the headliner when he went down during their blowout win over the Dallas Cowboys, but the extent of the Lions’ injury issues extend far beyond that—especially as of late.
With the rash of injuries, depth players have been called upon to, “Hold the line,” as Lions coach Dan Campbell would put it. You might not get the reps during the week of practice, but when the time comes and you are called upon, you better be ready to step up.
And throughout the course of the Lions’ 10-game winning streak, players like cornerback Kindle VIldor have stepped up to the plate. Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press wrote about Vildor’s performance against the Bears after a rough outing against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 12.
“I was hoping they didn’t call another crazy pass interference, that’s what I was hoping,” the Lions cornerback told two reporters in the locker room after the game. “But shoot, I’m glad we was able to fight through adversity and get the victory.”
We were hoping the same thing, Kindle. You can read the entire article from Birkett right here. ($)
And now, onto the rest of today’s notes:
- Anytime Brian Baldinger is breaking down the Lions offense, you stop and watch.
.@Lions @ChicagoBears @peneisewell58 on a reverse pass/run option. I have a suspicion that he isnt done touching the football this season. #OnePride #BaldysBreakdowns pic.twitter.com/5GZFjL9QXH
— Brian Baldinger (@BaldyNFL) November 30, 2024
- This picture will serve as a meme for generations to come.
Happy Sunday, #OnePride fam pic.twitter.com/aEleB7gaLf
— Detroit Lions (@Lions) December 1, 2024
- Lions running backs Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery are doing some really special things this season.
Most receiving yards by running backs, 2024:
Bucs 657
Dolphins 635
Lions 576
Saints 507
Jets 492
Seahawks 465
Commanders 452
Cardinals 429
Bills 428
Chiefs 418— Greg Auman (@gregauman) December 1, 2024
Most catches by running backs in 2024:
Dolphins 81
Bucs 78
Broncos 66
Saints 65
Seahawks 63
Bengals 58
Jets 57
Raiders 57
Lions 56
Cowboys 56— Greg Auman (@gregauman) December 1, 2024
- Jared Ramsey of the Detroit Free Press wrote about how a couple of Lions receivers were in attendance between Cass Tech and Hudsonville at Ford Field.
Detroit Lions WRs Jameson Williams, Donovan Peoples-Jones attend Division 1 state title https://t.co/WdimZgwqVl via @freep
— Dave Birkett (@davebirkett) December 1, 2024
- As the years continue, more and more franchises are going to look to emulate what has been accomplished in Detroit.
A decision-maker planning a coaching change for ‘25 emphasized a trend they aim to bring to their team: a physical brand of football. Highlighting teams like the Chiefs, Packers, Lions, he noted that this season has shown importance of a strong running game as part of winning.
— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) December 1, 2024
- Since this is likely just speculation from Adam Schefter, I would say to take this chatter with a grain of salt.
“Everybody’s gonna have their eyes on Ben Johnson, the Lions offensive coordinator, and I think he might have some interest in that job. We’ll see if they can convince him to come to Chicago.” https://t.co/chkhZcrJzK
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) December 1, 2024
- I have one word to say about this news – finally.
The NFL fined #Colts QB Anthony Richardson $22,511 for unnecessary roughness (use of the helmet) — lowering his head into #Lions DB Brian Branch last week. pic.twitter.com/mJF5NuqiM7
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) November 30, 2024
- The fact that Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson still accounts for 30% of the team’s sacks is pretty mind boggling.
Trey Hendrickson has 61% of all of the Bengals sacks
That is the largest % this year by a WIDE margin
Players with the next highest % of their team’s sacks:
Travon Walker: 36%
Maxx Crosby: 33%
Myles Garrett: 31%
T.J. Watt: 30%
Aidan Hutchinson: 30% pic.twitter.com/14TwreTLDd— The 33rd Team (@The33rdTeamFB) November 30, 2024
- The Lions recapped what they did over the course of the holiday to distribute hot meals around Metro Detroit.
Check out a recap of our food packing and distribution events that ensured families around metro Detroit had hot meals for Thanksgiving.
Special thanks to @meijer! pic.twitter.com/79iO5yQgaj
— Detroit Lions (@Lions) November 30, 2024
