Michael Burton’s offseason study to prepare for the start of training camp includes watching game tapes that are a decade or two old.
They have nothing to do with the offense the Lions are running, but everything to do with the classic style and attitude required for a fullback to excel.
Cory Schlesinger, who in 12 seasons with the Lions broke facemasks and knocked would-be tacklers on their backs as if they were bowling pins to clear the way for tailbacks, is a model for Burton to follow.
FB Michael Burton (Photo: Detroit Lions)
Burton met Schlesinger near the end of minicamp at an event where veteran players shared their experiences with the Lions’ 2015 rookie class.