URGENT: Detroit Lions Must FIX Defensive FAILURES Fast—Is It Too Late For Dan Campbell's Team?

Detroit Lions’ playoff hopes hang by a thread as defensive struggles overshadow a top-tier offense. Can Jared Goff, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Jameson Williams keep putting up huge numbers if the defense can’t get stops when it matters most? Matt Dery analyzes the Lions' 41-34 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, breaking down Pro Football Focus grades, highlighting issues around D.J. Reed, Alim McNeill, and a faltering secondary, and questioning Brad Holmes’ roster depth amid a rash of injuries. The discussion covers playoff scenarios, upcoming clashes against the Pittsburgh Steelers, key injuries to watch, and what needs to change if Dan Campbell's squad hopes to turn their season around. With the offense leading the NFL but the defense ranked 23rd, do the Lions have enough to secure a postseason spot, or will defensive woes end their run? #firstlisten  Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Rocket MoneyTake control of your finances and cancel your unwanted subscriptions with Rocket Money.  Go to https://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON today.   Aura FramesFor a limited time, save on the perfect gift by visiting https://AuraFrames.com to get $35 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames - named #1 by Wirecutter - by using promo code LOCKEDON at checkout. FanDuelIf you want to be right in the middle of the action this season, visit FanDuel.com and place your NFL live bets all season long. PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNFL to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFL GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOLions?sid=YouTube Locked On NFL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNFL Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.