ESPN analyst identifies Lions' secondary as potential weak spot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 8:31 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Following a narrow overtime victory against the New Orleans Saints in Week 1, ESPN analyst Ben Solak highlighted the Detroit Lions' secondary as a significant concern for the 2026 season. The Lions managed to secure a win but allowed Saints quarterback Tyler Shough to throw for 410 yards and three touchdowns, exposing vulnerabilities in their defense. With key players Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch sidelined due to injury, the Lions face challenges in upcoming games, particularly against the Buffalo Bills. Their performance against more developed quarterbacks could dictate the success of their season as they attempt to strengthen this area.
- •Lions won Week 1 matchup against Saints in overtime.
- •Shough passed for 410 yards against the Lions' defense.
- •Solak pointed to the secondary as a major concern.
- •Joseph and Branch are both out with injuries.
- •Lions face the Bills in Week 2.
- 8:31 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN analyst reveals what Lions 'Achilles heel' is for 2026 season
"These position groups could wind up being the Lions' Achilles' heel in 2026.
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