In what used to be considered the “dress rehearsal”, Game 3 of the preseason is not quite what it used to be. With the reduced preseason schedule and emphasis added to joint team practices, gone are the days of starters playing the first half of this game. More emphasis is given to key backups and players looking to make the final 53-man roster. We saw plenty of that with the Detroit Lions in their 26-17 win against the Carolina Panthers. Let’s dive into who made the most of the moment and became game ball candidates.
5 Detroit Lions game ball candidates vs. Carolina Panthers
