In Matt Patricia’s first year as head coach Damon Harrison Jersey , Quandre Diggs’ versatility has translated to elevated play at safety."In this edition of our 2018 roster review, we take a look at Quandre Diggs and how his 2018 performance projects to the future. Quandre DiggsOutlook before 2018:Quandre Diggs entered 2018 looking for his first whole season playing safety. After injuries decimated the Lions’ safety rotation in the 2017 campaign, Diggs was forced to switch over from nickel corner to strong safety and he flourished in the limited role. There was concern Diggs would experience a sophomore slump at the position, especially while learning a new scheme, but apparently Diggs didn’t get the memo. Actual role in 2018:2018 Stats: 16 games, 78 tackles (64 solo) Ricky Jean Francois Jersey , three interceptions, eight passes defended. PFF Grade: 72.7 (#30 among safeties)Diggs thrived in his new role, and Patricia’s creativity with safety use made the most of Diggs’ skillset. We saw Diggs stuff the box, cover deep, and take on men both smaller and bigger than him without hesitation. Most entertaining of all, we got another season’s worth of tape on Diggs thumping receivers and running backs who dared to venture into his domain. It should also be noted that thanks to Diggs Christian Jones Jersey , the Lions’ first and last defensive possessions of the season ended in interceptions. Outlook for 2019: Contract Status: Under ContractIt’s clear that Diggs and the Lions are in a mutually beneficial relationship. Matt Patricia and Paul Pasqualoni have taken full advantage of Diggs’ abilities to put him in a position to succeed, and the Lions are getting their money’s worth after signing Diggs to a three year, $20.4 million extension in September. The man provides the Lions with a literal bang for their buck.With a year of the new scheme under his belt, look for Diggs to see continued success heading into the 2019 season.Thursday Night Football open thread: Vikings at Rams Oh man, we’re almost already at the quarter mark of the 2018 NFL season and it seems like training camp opened up last week. We still don’t know much about these teams and just about every NFL franchise has looked really good one game and really good for another.Case in point: The Minnesota Vikings. Once thought to be one of the best teams in the NFL, the Vikings are coming off a drubbing at the hands of a team many thought could go 0-16 this year. Kirk Cousins and the Vikings need a huge rebound this week Devon Kennard Jersey , not only to keep pace in competitive NFC North, but to rebuild confidence in their fanbase.Unfortunately for them, they have to face off against one of the few teams that has looked consistently good for all three games. The Los Angeles Rams offense looks potent as every (third in points) and the defense is living up to expectations as well. Not many teams live up to their offseason hype, but the Rams are all about it right now. So let’s all sit and watch this unusually solid matchup on “Thursday Night Football.” Here’s how you can watch:Date: Thursday, August 27, 2018Time: 8:20 p.m. ETLocation: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum | Los Angeles Will Harris Detroit Lions Jersey , CaliforniaNational TV: FOX/NFL NetworkAnnouncers: Joe Buck (play-by-play), Troy Aikman (color analyst), Erin Andrews, Kristina Pink (sideline reporter)National Radio: Westwood OneAnnouncers: Kenny Albert (play-by-play), Tony Boselli (color analyst)Online Streaming: Amazon Prime, FOX Sports GO Will Harris Jersey 2019 , twitch.tv/primevideo