Detroit Lions: A look at Matthew Stafford’s First 100 Games
By Erik Schlitt
2014
16 games, 11-5 record, 4,257 passing yards, 22 TD, 12 INT, 93 rush yards, 2 TD
Jim Caldwell, Joe Lombardi and Jim Bob Cooter were brought in to help mold the Lions gunslinger. And while his passing yards declined, his efficiency increased. Stafford made better decisions which led to more victories.
While is appeared like Stafford had only an average season, his most impressive stat was his turnovers. Only 12 interceptions on the season, illustrated his new consciousness on how to manage the offense.
These changes would lead to the Lions returning to the playoffs and a Pro Bowl nomination. He would go on to become the Pro Bowl MVP after an impressive All-star performance.
Stafford also made the NFL network Top 100 players in the NFL list. It was his second time on the list. Check out the video highlighting his acknowledgement: