Are The Detroit Lions Already In The Trevor Lawrence Sweepstakes?

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This week, Detroit Lions fans cast their gaze towards the south with longing as coach Bill O’Brien was relieved of his duties by the Houston Texans.

Unfortunately, the start of a fresh era for Lions football will have to be postponed for now. The lack of progress during the bye week allows coach Matt Patricia the opportunity to salvage his tenure and make improvements.

The open question for Detroit when envisioning the future is the status of the most crucial position on the field.

In this year’s NFL Draft, both Patricia and general manager Bob Quinn decided against preparing for a future without Matthew Stafford, choosing not to select Tua Tugovailoa at No. 3.

However, considering the apparent failure of this season and the promising group of talented quarterbacks set to be available next year, it might be time to contemplate making a change.

What about Trevor Lawrence?

NFL Week 6: There’s still a chance to turn this season around

After the bye this week, the Lions emerged with a record of 1-3, finding themselves a couple of games behind the NFC North leaders.

Patricia and Quinn can no longer ignore the signs indicating their inevitable fate.

After dismissing Jim Caldwell for failing to lead the Lions beyond their limitations, Quinn decided to bring on board his former Patriots colleague. The General Manager made a notable statement expressing discontent with Caldwell’s record of consecutive winning seasons, stating that “9-7 falls short of our expectations.”

In his third season, Patricia, the ex-defensive coordinator for New England, has a record of 10-25-1.

On the immediate horizon, there awaits a favorable schedule. Out of Detroit’s next seven games, five will be against teams that are currently on a losing streak. This stretch commences on Sunday against Jacksonville. The Jaguars, who currently hold a 1-4 record, suffered a defeat in Week 5 against Houston, a team that had not won a game until then.

Lions actually road favorites in Florida

After facing Jacksonville, the Lions will go up against Atlanta, a team that dismissed both its coach and general manager last Sunday.

This game presents a chance for Detroit to reverse its season’s trajectory or potentially reveal the extent to which Patricia has contributed to the decline of this franchise.

The Lions started the week as the favored team with a three-point advantage and a projected total of 52.5 points.

Lions at Jaguars Week 6 odds	BetMGM	BetRivers	DraftKings	FanDuel	PointsBet
Point spread (-110 juice unless noted)	DET -3 JAC +3	DET -3 -113 JAC +3 -108	DET -3 -113 JAC +3 -108	DET -3 JAC +3	DET -3 JAC +3
Moneyline	DET -159 JAC +135	DET -159 JAC +140	DET -159 JAC +140	DET -158 JAC +134	DET -160 JAC +135
Total points (-110 juice unless noted)	O 54.5 U 54.5	O 54.5 U 54.5	O 54.5 U 54.5	O 54.5 U 54.5	O 54.5 U 54.5

(Latest update: Saturday, Oct. 17, at 12:30 p.m.)

Teams could start angling for Trevor Lawrence

Jacksonville, being one of the league’s lowest-ranked teams, is in dire need of a franchise quarterback. Considering this, the Jags might show interest in Lawrence, the talented Clemson quarterback.

Lawrence, who stands at an impressive 6-foot-6, has already secured a national championship, making him a highly sought-after prospect that NFL teams desire.

Stafford, who was once a first pick out of Georgia, has not managed to win a playoff game during his time with the Lions, even after 12 seasons.

While the Stafford debate will persist in Michigan, it is worth contemplating the potential trade value for the 32-year-old.

Teams like Denver, the New York Giants, and Jets are in need of a better quarterback. Furthermore, Lawrence’s potential might entice various teams to contemplate trading up.

Justin Fields, Trey Lance also top QB prospects

NFL talent evaluators are not only excited about Lawrence, but also several others.

Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields is well-known among football fans in Michigan for his notorious ability to torment the Wolverines.

In addition, there is also Trey Lance from North Dakota State, a relatively lesser-known player who participated in only a single autumn game for the Bison and has decided to sit out the upcoming Football Championship Subdivision season in the spring.

With a remarkable record of 17-0 for NDSU, Lance is poised to continue the legacy of highly drafted Bison quarterbacks, just like Carson Wentz.

Odds are Lawrence will go first in NFL Draft

While betting on the Heisman Trophy winner is not possible in Michigan, you can still place a wager on the player who will be chosen as the top pick in the draft.

The NFL Draft odds have been evaluated by Michigan sports betting operators.

Lawrence is favored with -300 odds to be the first overall pick at FanDuel Sportsbook. Fields trails behind with odds of +500. Following closely is Oregon offensive lineman Penei Sewell at +650, while Lance secures the fourth position with odds of +900.

Lawrence is favored at -300, Fields is the underdog at +300, Sewell has odds of +425, and Lance is the longshot at +1,000 according to PointsBet Sportsbook.

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