Here’s a look at my grades for the Detroit Lions after their 27-24 win over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Matthew Stafford wasn’t at his most accurate on Sunday, but he made some gutsy throws at some crucial times. Often facing an unblocked defender, Stafford showed the poise of a veteran by standing tall and delivering passes while absorbing a big hit or two.
As PFF’s Brett Whitefield points out, an underrated part of Stafford’s game (and his growth) is his fantastic pocket presence. He always seems to know when to climb the pocket and can find open rushing lanes when his first few reads aren’t open.