The Detroit Lions ’ 27-24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday exposed a glaring vulnerability at the core of their otherwise formidable attack. A promising six-play, 72-yard touchdown drive quickly dissolved. Soon, the team was to sustain drives and protect their quarterback, Jared Goff. Reflecting on the game, wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown highlighted on his podcast that the team simply shot itself in the foot.

“We had too many mistakes on offense, too many penalties. We just hurt ourselves too much all game. I feel like we put our defense in some tough situations.”

The numbers point out St. Brown’s frustration. Following their opening score, the Lions embarked on seven consecutive drives that completely stalled. They averaged a pitiful 2.27 yards per play. Five of t

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