Barry Sanders has stepped back into the limelight following Tom Brady’s recent remarks about perceiving “a lot of mediocrity” in today’s NFL.
Addressing Brady’s comments during an appearance on Robert Griffin III’s podcast, the Lions legend expressed a differing view on the current state of the league. According to Sanders, he doesn’t perceive the NFL product this season as mediocre.
Acknowledging the possibility of bias as a Lions fan, Sanders emphasized his enjoyment in witnessing the Lions emerge as legitimate contenders in the NFC.
“Well, maybe he’s talking about the teams that he played for,” Sanders remarked via CBS Sports. “The team that I played for, no. It’s anything but mediocre. For us as Lions fans, maybe I just have blinders on because of how we’re leading the division. I still see a great product. Still see great teams. Very popular game. I would listen to anything he has to say, but hey, look, I think this is like the greatest product, the greatest things we’ve ever seen as Lions fans. So I’m gonna enjoy this for a while.”
The Lions, displaying considerable promise, are enjoying a season that stands out from their recent history. Sanders, understandably, is relishing the positive turn of events.
However, Sanders recognizes that Brady did raise valid points about the evolution of the game, acknowledging that, despite the Lions’ success, there are notable changes in the NFL landscape.
