Detroit Lions: 2017 Schedule Breakdown And Analysis

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Sep 11, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Detroit Lions running back Ameer Abdullah (21) runs the ball in the second half of the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. the Detroit Lions beat the Indianapolis Colts by the score of 39-35. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports /

Its A Lock!

Hey, there is no such thing as a lock in the NFL, but these games come pretty close. The Lions would do some serious damage to their playoff hopes by dropping these games at home.

Week 1 vs. Arizona Cardinals: There are high expectations for the Lions this season. The hope of a return to the playoffs will manifest itself in what will be a raucous crowd at Ford Field. The Cardinals have a lot of unanswered questions. Taking on the Lions at home on Week 1 will be much more than they can handle. The result should be an easy opening week victory for the home team.
Key Player: Ameer Abdullah

The Lions success will rest on the legs of Ameer Abdullah in 2017. General manager Bob Quinn spent some serious money improving the offensive line this offseason, all to set up the running game. The Cardinals rebuilt defense should present an excellent opportunity for the former Nebraska Cornhusker to knock the rust off.

Week 10 vs. Cleveland Browns: This should be a lock for the Lions when they welcome the Browns to Ford Field. In all fairness, the Browns could be a much improved team if they draft well. Even if the Browns are improved, the Lions will be in mid-season form and should be able to come away with a victory.
Key Player: Darius Slay

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Big Play Slay should have a field day against whichever rookie signal caller the Browns draft this season. Slay stepped up last season and should continue his development with a big game at home.

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