Matthew Stafford, Detroit Lions

Bold Prediction 1: Matthew Stafford will throw under 200 yards

The Chicago Bears have a phenomenal pass rush. Matthew Stafford is returning from injury. Do not expect the Lions to throw the ball very much this week against their NFC North rival.

Detroit’s offensive line has not hit an opponent since Week 17 of last season. They have three quality running backs in Adrian Peterson, Kerryon Johnson, and De’Andre Swift. Detroit will lean on that run game this week.

Bold Prediction 2: Matthew Stafford will be perfect in the red zone

While the Lions likely will lean on the running game, Stafford will deliver when his number is called. Many people consider the red-zone the most important area of the football field. Stafford is going to be perfect in the red-zone. He will not throw an incomplete pass and carve up this Bears defense in the red-zone.

Final Word: Matthew Stafford has been the cornerstone of the Lions’ offense since they drafted him. However, he has never had a strong run game. Finally, Detroit has invested in their running backs. This should be the start of a strong rebrand for the unit.