Team needs...

I think Great Blue North covered the Lion's team needs very well...

DETROIT: The Lions did make some strides in 2007, however, there still wasn’t much to celebrate in Detroit after a 1-7 collapse in the second half of the season. And if the Lions are going to continue to improve, they will have to shore up the NFL’s worst defense which allowed 378 yards and 28 points per game. In fact, the Lions need help just about everywhere on defense, but perhaps mostly in the secondary that routinely was picked on last fall. In particular, the Lions need a major upgrade on the corners where they could add 2-3 bodies either through the draft or free agency this winter. The secondary would also get a boost from an improved pass rush and the Lions could look to add another DE with some outside quickness. The Lions will also be looking for a new MLB with incumbent starter Paris Lenon expected to shift outside. The Lions also have to resolve the situation regarding DT Shaun Rogers, who is the team’s best player on defense, but too often has been a nonfactor because of a sometimes questionable motor, while he frequently has to come off the field because of conditioning issues or with an ailing knee. If Rogers is traded then the Lions clearly will need to try and fill the gap along the line, and may do so even if Rogers stays. On the other side of the all, the Lions have had a revolving door at RT, although former OG Damion Woody did a nice job there late in the season and could be the answer if he doesn’t leave as a free agent. The Lions could also make use of a pass-receiving TE, as well as some depth at RB with quickness. Primary needs: CB, OT, MLB, DE, TE, DT, RB