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Mon. 11/02/09 02:20 PM

Losing to the Rams

John,

Seems to me that whenever the Lions are supposed to win games, they always find a way to blow it. There's always an excuse why they lose and never a solution to fixing the mess on the field the last 9 years. The franchise is absolutely hapless, and without rebuilding the offensive and defensive lines this year's team looks no different than the Millen teams of the 2000's.

Do you think the Lions will win in Seattle when Calvin Johnson comes back? Why do you think that the Lions looked like they do the last 9 years despite 4 different coaches, a new GM, 60% roster overturn, and new flashy uniforms and logo this year?

J.Davis, Schoolcraft, MI

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