Detroit’s weekend rundown centers on three big takes: the Lions look like a slightly above-average team with a defense that still caps their ceiling, Michigan’s loss to Iowa was driven by turnovers and special teams, and Justin Verlander’s Tigers farewell delivered the kind of ending even a disappointing season couldn’t ruin.
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NewDetroit’s secondary keeps the Lions from feeling safe, and Brian Branch is the difference-maker2:38Michigan’s season is treated as over, and a quarterback change is the last thing left to try2:06The Red Wings can change the tone fast with a win streak, even with the Dylan Larkin noise hanging around1:58Michigan’s season is treated as over, and a quarterback change is the last thing left to try2:06The Red Wings can change the tone fast with a win streak, even with the Dylan Larkin noise hanging around1:58Lions need Brian Branch back, Michigan needs a quarterback change, and the Red Wings have a chance to reset the mood7:10Detroit’s secondary keeps the Lions from feeling safe, and Brian Branch is the difference-maker2:38Red Wings finally get the win, and Larkin’s night flips at home1:26Brian Branch’s return would be a real lift for the Lions’ secondary1:31Brian Branch’s return would be a real lift for the Lions’ secondary1:31