This was a genuine ‘fun’ game to watch even though trepidation lurked in the background of seasoned Lion’s fans. What prompted the frenetic, swarming defence to show up for the Lion’s game against Atlanta? Let’s hope it was the resolution and resurrection of execution from days of yore. Repeat performances against seasoned, strong offensive schemes can alleviate the past raptures of seasons long gone.

In spite of injuries, most notably, D. Montgomery, the offence was in sync. Repeat rushing results with Montgomery in the lineup will add significant dimension to the offensive scheme.

Goff had ‘pocket’ time for pass selection thanks to offensive line rearrangement. On the other side of the ‘ball’, A. Hutchinson, B. Branch and supporting cast controlled the game’s tenor. Also of note, the lost art of ‘sure’ tackling was evident as a priority.