Early Observations from Detroit Lions Training Camp

July 31, 2013   ·   Chris Madden   ·   Jump to comments

The Detroit Lions' training camp is in full swing and for fans that means the regular season is just around the corner. For the Lions that means there is a renewed sense of urgency.
There is much to do between now and September 8 (Week 1 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings).
Jim Schwartz, and possibly even GM Martin Mayhew, are in the hot seat this year. It's playoffs or bust for them and training camp is where they can set the tone for the regular season.
Preparation and focus are keys for success this year. The Lions can't afford to have any distractions if they hope to rebound from their 4-12 record of a year ago.
So far so good. After five days of camp everyone is working hard and keeping their noses clean and out of the papers.
Here are five more early observations from the Lions' training camp.
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