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Offensive line test

A big test is coming up for the Giants offensive line. The Lions front 7 has been kicking butt recently.

"There have been 49 running backs this year that have rushed for 100 yards in a game," coach Steve Mariucci said. "None have been against our defense. We're improving. We happen to be playing without some guys, but the backups have come in and done a nice job. Our front seven seems to continue to dominate."

The Lions are second in the NFL in forced fumbles (nine) and tied for second in fumble recoveries (seven). Detroit is also tied for third in sacks (16) and is ninth in rushing defense, allowing 98.3 yards a game.

In addition to playing well against the run, the Lions recorded six sacks against speedy Michael Vick. If you read the comments on my Giants offensive line post, you'll see that if there's a stat keeping people from calling our line good it's the number of sacks the Giants have given up. We need to find Barber some roomt o run and Warner some time to throw.

Posted by James Trotta at October 14, 2004 12:05 AM