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Tate Ratledge offers strong response following dreadful debut with Lions

The Detroit Lions rookie didn't hesitate to own his poor play and also raise expectations for himself.

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The Detroit Lions had a tough day against the Green Bay Packers in Week 1, and the problems were plentiful on both offense and defense.

For Detroit's purposes, the team's line play was easily the reason for the defeat. Offensively, the Lions didn't protect Jared Goff, allowing far too much pressure in his face. It prevented the run game and passing game from getting going.