Sunday’s Jets-Lions game is framed as an early test of Aaron Glenn’s team, which the writer says will need a major offensive showing to challenge Detroit. Mason Taylor is ruled out, potentially opening more work for rookie tight end Kenyon Sadiq.
The Jets are averaging 20 points per game, up from 17.6 last season; the writer says they may need to reach 30 to challenge Detroit. Sadiq has six touches for 41 yards in two games, including a touchdown on his only carry. In Detroit’s first two games, opposing tight ends Juwan Johnson had 3 catches for 51 yards and a touchdown, while Dalton Kincaid had 7 catches for 95 yards and a score.
The writer cautions that New York’s league-low yards allowed may be misleading, citing a rookie-heavy offense and an opponent hampered by rain. He points to Buffalo’s early lead as a possible template: make Detroit abandon the run and pressure Jared Goff, whose protection, the article says, has weakened in clear passing situations. The preview also highlights time management and situational decisions by Glenn and Lions coach Dan Campbell.
