I think AG deserves some love, he’s really turned things around this season. I think the way the D has played while missing Hutch is the biggest feather in his cap. Hopefully we can get him a little help this week at the deadline - but he’s got Branch and Kerby straight ballin at the safety spot. With all the injuries I’m a bit concerned at how fast this rushing D has stared to crack but again some reinforcements would give AG some more firepower
PS - I’d rather have this conversation than try and engage in the half dozen “fire AG” threads on the home page from people just looking to troll, flame and argue (dude enjoy the 7-1 team Christ)
I’m liking Carlton Davis back there. Well worth the 3rd rd pick. Not sure what will become of him after the season since they have a lot of mouths to feed but hoping we can find a way to resign him. Having the right pieces to work with sure makes a difference in AG’s defense
You and I have both been on similar wavelengths about AG for a while. But I agree - down Hutch, Branch, Davenport, Rodrigo, Iffy, Mosely, Paschal, Commish and he’s still out here getting this D to perform. Hes finally showing me what I have always hoped to see
They thought they had them last year, but Cam Sutton pulling a disappearing act didnt help halfway through the season, forced AG to use heavy DB blitzs to get pressure
Now, even with Hutch out, you have the best safety duo in the NFL (Outside of the packers even then Mckinney is above williams) and 3 good man corners in Arnold, Robertson, and CD3, which i think has helped immensely.
Brad Holmes going heavy on the DB’s this year has paid off big time imo so far this season, I can actually trust the secondary to make huge plays when needed, and with AG scheming pretty good at times, its created a good unit
If hutch didnt get injured, this is easily a top 3 defense, as it is now, its a top 10 unit, and thats despite the injuries.
Props to the much maligned (here) AG. I was down on him 18 months ago. As he’s been given some horses the level of play has risen. Happy to eat some crow here.
I am excited to see how this young secondary looks at end of season. I truly believe with time and experience together they are growing week over week and could be a force by the playoffs.
I believe Davis said in his welcome presser that Lions had approached him about an extension. Likely I think he’s gone to highest bigger but hopefully he’s helping us hoist a trophy first.
