The Lions signed cornerback D.J. Reed this offseason after he spent the final three seasons with the Jets, and Reed says issues are totally different in his new dwelling.
Requested if the vitality distinction was instantly noticeable taking part in in Detroit than they have been taking part in in New York, Reed answered, “Yeah, for certain.”
Reed was cautious to not criticize his teammates or coaches with the Jets, noting that he grew as a participant whereas taking part in on a staff that went 7-10, 7-10 and 5-12 in his three seasons.
“I wanted to undergo what I went by way of in New York and I’m grateful I went by way of it,” Reed mentioned.
Nonetheless, Reed is glad to be taking part in for a contender now.
“It’s tough, however on the finish of the day we receives a commission to play soccer and also you make a dedication to your staff,” Reed mentioned. “However it’s robust whenever you get to September, October, November, and also you’re already out of the playoffs, that’s robust as a result of the vitality is totally different when you recognize you’re taking part in for one thing.”
The Lions are hoping that Reed is likely one of the gamers serving to them play significant soccer not simply in September, October and November, but additionally December, January and February.
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