After a dominant 47-9 victory over the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium, Tom Brady had some strong words of praise for the Detroit Lions, making it clear to the rest of the NFL that the Lions are not just a good team—they are a force to be reckoned with. Speaking on FOX with studio analyst Howie Long, Brady didn’t hesitate to name the Lions the best team he has seen in person this season.
“Absolutely,” Brady said when asked if Detroit was the top team among the others he had watched live this season. “Their ability to play on offense is incredible. They have so many ways to attack you. That two-headed monster in the backfield with David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs gives them flexibility, and their creative play-calling keeps everyone involved.”
Brady didn’t stop there. He praised the Lions‘ offensive versatility and how they use their weapons effectively. “Gibbs played well today, but it wasn’t his most explosive performance. But that’s the thing—they don’t rely on just one guy. They’ve got [Amon-Ra] St. Brown, Kalif Raymond, Sam LaPorta…they’re spreading the ball around. It all starts with that offensive line. They dominate the line of scrimmage, and when you’ve got [Jared] Goff back there with time, surveying the field, they just look unstoppable.”
The offensive line, in Brady’s eyes, is the backbone of the Lions’ success, giving Goff the time he needs to pick apart defenses. On the defensive side, Brady highlighted their aggressive style. “Defensively, they’re up there challenging people. Playing man coverage, making every throw difficult. As a quarterback, that’s frustrating. There’s just no easy plays out there.”
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The Lions are a team with a lot of humility, but they are also incredibly tough. “They’re going to be tough to stop,” Brady added. “They’ve got guys who play for one another. Man, the Lions are a tough team to beat.”
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When asked about Detroit’s ability to run the ball, Brady noted that the ground game is key to their success. “The number one issue is their ability to run the football,” he said. “They’ve tried to be balanced, but if the run game isn’t producing, they can adjust. Maybe starting games more pass-heavy could help them get an early lead and then open up the run. Either way, they’ve got the right idea.”
