5 players who must rise in 2019 for the Detroit Lions to win the NFC North

[tps_title]2. LB Jarrad Davis[/tps_title]

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Since the Lions drafted him in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft, linebacker Jarrad Davis has been on an extended learning curve. That learning curve is now over. With the addition of rookie ILB Jahlani Tavai, Davis should now have free reign to unleash his gifted athletic abilities all over the field. Rushing the quarterback may very well be his new niche and if he can adapt without losing focus he could be (not Slay, Flowers or Harrison) the Lions defensive MVP this season.

Julius Porter
Julius Porter

Julius was born and raised on the east side of Detroit. He discovered his love for sports writing while attending his alma mater Warren Fitzgerald High School. He served honorably for eight years in the United States Army. Follow Julius on Twitter @TheFifthTop