Lions prepare for Jets in Aaron Glenn's return to Ford Field

Geno Smith has taken just four sacks despite 33 pressures.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 241 min read

What happened: The Detroit Lions will host the New York Jets at Ford Field in Week 3, marking the return of former defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn. Now in his second season as New York's head coach, Glenn has overhauled his staff and implemented a modern pro-

Why it matters: The matchup tests Detroit against a revamped Jets roster with a distinct identity. Head coach Dan Campbell praised his former assistant's resilience in building the program, noting the challenge of facing a much more talented New York squad this season.

By the numbers: New York leans heavily on the run with a 44-percent rush rate, though they average just 3.3 yards per carry and rank 28th in expected points added per rush. Quarterback Geno Smith has mitigated offensive line struggles, taking only four sacks despite facing 33 pressures.

What to watch: Detroit's defensive front will look to exploit New York's blocking vulnerabilities and contain Smith in the pocket.

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Lions prepare for Jets in Aaron Glenn's return to Ford Field

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