Final Thoughts on today’s Detroit Lions-Chicago Bears rematch: Lions’ backups being ready reserves; position switches not just one-for-one replacements; expectations for DeAndre Levy; Joique Bell in rare company; the experts in Picks Central:
Backups step up: The Lions’ use of the 53-player roster, and then some, has sent a clear message to players looking for playing time.
When the time comes, they have to be ready to produce.
Rookie safety Miles Killebrew and veteran receiver TJ Jones are just two examples of players who’ve been called on and produced. The circumstances have been different for both, but their contributions have been no less important.