Looking at game stats, the game was a ‘toss-up’ until you factor in turnovers. Both teams posted large passing yardage with modest running games. Detroit Lion’s glaring weakness in the defensive secondary against Seattle’s passing game was on full display. This is not to say the Seahawks did not prove much of a barrier to Goeff’s passing game. Hats off to the Lion’s offensive line for giving Goeff great protection and time to optimise receiver selection. Hurriedly, threading the needle proved costly.

Seattle ‘gifted’ the Lions in penalties but were reciprocated with Lion’s turnovers. It’s going to be a long excruciating season if Detroit’s pass defence is not ‘fixed’. Hopefully, Montgomery’s injury is not critical.

Rebuilding marches on into year 66.