After six seasons as a top special teams performer for the Arizona Cardinals, Ezekiel Turner went searching for a place that would give him a shot on defense. Three months and four rosters later, he would a team that saw the potential he saw in himself.
It’s been challenging - even a sicko fan like myself - to keep up with all the new faces on the roster. Reading this was really valuable to not only tell the story of Turner’s path to Detroit, but also to reinforce how injuries are impacting his role.
The comment on churning the roster reminded me of the previous regime. Not sure I have loved anything the way Bob Quinn loved churning through the bottom of the depth chart.
It wasn't a strategy unique to Quinn, but definitely runs in stark contrast to the current approach and I think is an underrated component to the current culture. It brings comfort to know that if you're giving max effort, you'll be afforded an opportunity to work through some mistakes. That's good for the mental health.
It's amazing how much talent is out there, but can struggle to ever see the field because of depth chart or scheme fit.
I find these vet signings so interesting, because it's not like the Draft. These are players that have figured out how to earn a living in this league, and should be known entities, but then we get stories like this, and it's like discovering someone for the first time.
Great article! I really love getting to know about the players that often get overlooked. Hand work and determination will get you far in life. It will not always go as planned but it has a way of working itself out. Thanks, Justin.
Great article! Had honestly never heard of him when we signed him. That's a great story. Plus, I love hearing him and Adams talk about how great this organization is. I never thought we'd hear players say things like that. Hats off to Sheila, Chris Spielman, Brad and Dan on taking the Lions to places many of us never thought we would see!
I was a fan of him on the UW Huskies and am glad he found a great landing spot. I had hoped he'd stick with the Seahawks.
Love these stories of hard work and perseverance. God Bless America! 🇺🇸
What an amazing story ... I raised my hands in cheer at one point reading this! It sure sounds to me that Turner bet on himself and won.
Excellent article
Echoing what others already said — what a gem of an article 💎
Fantastic writing! Thank you.
Awesome article
Really enjoyed this one Justin! Great article!
It’s been challenging - even a sicko fan like myself - to keep up with all the new faces on the roster. Reading this was really valuable to not only tell the story of Turner’s path to Detroit, but also to reinforce how injuries are impacting his role.
The comment on churning the roster reminded me of the previous regime. Not sure I have loved anything the way Bob Quinn loved churning through the bottom of the depth chart.
It wasn't a strategy unique to Quinn, but definitely runs in stark contrast to the current approach and I think is an underrated component to the current culture. It brings comfort to know that if you're giving max effort, you'll be afforded an opportunity to work through some mistakes. That's good for the mental health.
It's amazing how much talent is out there, but can struggle to ever see the field because of depth chart or scheme fit.
I find these vet signings so interesting, because it's not like the Draft. These are players that have figured out how to earn a living in this league, and should be known entities, but then we get stories like this, and it's like discovering someone for the first time.
"This organization is second to none." Wow, times change.
Great article.
Love this! Thanks Justin for continued pieces like this. Has allowed us as fans to enjoy this run even more. Appreciate you!
They are, by far, my favorite things that JRog does.
"Oh, this is the right organization."
Great article! I really love getting to know about the players that often get overlooked. Hand work and determination will get you far in life. It will not always go as planned but it has a way of working itself out. Thanks, Justin.
Great article! Had honestly never heard of him when we signed him. That's a great story. Plus, I love hearing him and Adams talk about how great this organization is. I never thought we'd hear players say things like that. Hats off to Sheila, Chris Spielman, Brad and Dan on taking the Lions to places many of us never thought we would see!