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How does the Lions depth chart shape up at wide receiver Tracy Walker Jersey White , and how would things unfold if they lost a star player?"WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections Detroit Lions NewsDetroit Lions NotesDetroit Lions AnalysisDetroit Lions TransactionsDetroit Lions Game RecapsDetroit Lions RosterDetroit Lions AnalysisNext Man Up: Lessons learned from Golden Tate’s departureNew,41commentsHow does the Lions depth chart shape up at wide receiver, and how would things unfold if they lost a star player?EDTShareTweetShareShareNext Man Up: Lessons learned from Golden Tate’s departureMatthew Emmons-USA TODAY SportsThe Lions learned how important a good slot receiver was to Jim Bob Cooter’s offense the hard way in 2018. With the season likely lost already and a stagnant offense, Bob Quinn & Co. traded away Golden Tate without any semblance of a backup plan at slot receiver. The result was the Lions’ already stagnant offense somehow sputtering even more, and the rest of the season was a pain to watch. The Lions were sure to address the glaring need in free agency when they signed former New England Patriot Danny Amendola, who the Miami Dolphins cut after the season. There are legitimate questions as to whether Amendola will fill the hole as well as needed going into 2019, as he will be 34 years old this season and is coming off of a down year. That being said, the Lions need to have a backup plan in case something happens to Amendola, or even worse if he simply doesn’t pan out. Next Man Up: Brandon PowellFor a lot of fans, memories of Brandon Powell are fond. After all, he closed out the season with a six reception, 103-yard performance in a blowout win against the Green Bay Packers — how could you not love that?Unfortunately, however Ricky Jean Francois Jersey White , Powell isn’t the answer. The training camp darling finally got his chance shortly after Golden Tate’s departure, but struggled to find his niche in the Lions offense. Aside from Week 17, he was only active for three games in which he posted a total of five receptions for 26 yards. He failed to consistently create separation and was much more effective as a kick returner than he was a receiver, but that isn’t enough reason to keep him around. Grade: DThe Lions are in trouble if their starting slot receiver isn’t available for any reason, as Powell has shown himself incapable of stepping into that role in a consistent manner. There may be hope for Powell and his speedy nature as new Lions offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell runs a very vertically-attacking offense that may be a better fit. Nonetheless, his inability to create separation is still a problem and I’ll have to see a new Brandon Powell before I believe it. The Lions really ought to address the issue further in this week’s draft, as there isn’t much talent to be had at the position in what’s left of free agency. Players like Deebo Samuel, Terry McLaurin, and Parris Campbell are all potential Day 2 picks to keep an eye out for. Drafting a solid slot receiver would not only provide insurance in case Amendola fizzles out or get injured, but would also address the problem long term. Amendola’s contract is only for a year and the last thing the Lions need is for it to be a glaring hole going into next offseason. Previously: Quarterback, tight end, safety With the Detroit Lions’ offseason well underway, we continue our 2018 roster review. Today’s case in review is that of backup quarterback Matt Cassel. Previously: Luke Willson Matthew Stafford Jersey , Ezekiel Ansah, LeGarrette BlountMatt CasselOutlook before 2018: Matt Cassel is a journeyman if there ever has been such a thing. Throughout his 14-year career, Cassel has made stops in Kansas City, New England, Minnesota, Dallas, Buffalo, and Tennessee, and landed in Detroit for the 2018 season. At first, is seemed as though Cassel was simply brought in to give incumbent backup quarterback Jake Rudock a little push, but it wasn’t long before Rudock was supplanted as backup in training camp. Preseason football was a pain to watch as neither performed well by any means, but Cassel edged out Rudock for the job late in the preseason. While Cassel got the backup quarterback job, it was clear that the Lions were in deep trouble if he ever saw the field. Actual Role in 2018:2018 stats: 7-of-17 (41.2%) Womens Kerryon Johnson Jersey , 59 yards, 0 TD, 1 INTPFF grade: 48.6Cassel didn’t see much playing time out of necessity, and the Lions were lucky for that. He did have a brief stint in the Lions’ Week 1 opener against the Jets, going 2-for-6 for 14 yards with an interception. He also saw action in the Lions’ Week 16 matchup against the Vikings after Matthew Stafford was pulled in the fourth quarter in what had turned into a lost cause. Aside from that, however, Cassel was limited to the sideline.Outlook for 2019: Contract Status: Unrestricted free agentWith an expiring contract heading into 2019, the Lions should not and probably will not retain Cassel. If Matthew Stafford went down in 2018, the season was instantly a lost cause with Cassel at quarterback, and Bob Quinn can’t let that be the case again next season. The Lions have already brought in former Michigan State quarterback Connor Cook, but don’t let that rule out signing another backup or even drafting a quarterback. Whatever happens at backup quarterback next year, don’t expect it to involve Cassel.

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