It may seem like Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is a constant fixture on the positive side of this column, but he earns it as every week he attacks a new problem with creative, interesting and effective solutions. This week, the Lions did something a few offenses have been able to do: figure out coordinator Brian Flores’ Vikings defense. On …
RENTON, Wash. — DK Metcalf was annoyed, as he often is when this topic arises. “He’s one of them because, one, of how elite the ball placement has been, and that’s led to yards after the catch,” Orlovsky said, explaining Smith’s top-five status. “The style of play that he’s had over the first three games this season warranted putting him …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — David Tepper reacted to the Carolina Panthers’ latest loss probably like most fans of the woebegone franchise. Considering Tepper’s track record, it’s hard to see how Frank Reich will make it through his first season as the Panthers’ head coach. In two games since Reich reclaimed play calling from offensive coordinator Thomas Brown, the Panthers have scored …
