Detroit Lions coach Matt Patricia speaks to the media on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018, in Allen Park. Dave Birkett, Detroit Free Press
The NFL has been in a bit of a tailspin when it comes to TV ratings over the last few years.
So what did the league do to try to save their sagging numbers?
Schedule the Detroit Lions for prime time.
We know, we know. Let's us explain.
Last night at Ford Field, the Lions beat the New England Patriots – with hardly any marquee players or coaches on that team – on NBC, the league's unofficial top national TV spot.