In a disappointing game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Detroit Lions' interior offensive line struggled to protect quarterback Jared Goff. The problems began right from the start, as both center Frank Ragnow and left guard Graham Glasgow were pushed back into the pocket on the first play, resulting in an interception that went uncalled for defensive pass interference.

Ragnow, who is considered an All-Pro player, had an unusually rough game as he lost several pass protection reps to Greg Gaines, even after Vita Vea, the Bucs' nose tackle, left the game with an injury. Ragnow seemed to struggle with his second step, which proved to be troublesome against the quickness of the Buccaneers' defensive front.

Glasgow also continued to struggle in his new position at left guard, showing difficulty in engaging defenders in space or on reach blocks. His late block attempt on a designed quick swing pass resulted in running back Jahmyr Gibbs getting blown up as soon as he caught the ball, squandering a potential big play opportunity.

On a positive note, the Lions' pass rush scheme from the defense was outstanding. Aidan Hutchinson was the standout player of the game, displaying a diverse range of skills that led to four sacks and numerous pass-rush wins. Defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn and defensive line coach Terrell Williams orchestrated effective rushes, with timely blitzes and strong coordination among the defensive front.

However, the Buccaneers' defense seemed to have the Lions' offensive plays figured out, thanks to the familiarity gained from playing against Detroit multiple times. Bucs coach Todd Bowles demonstrated his defensive expertise, as the Lions' tendencies were often anticipated by the opposition.

The struggles extended to the Lions' offense, where Goff faced difficulties in hitting receivers with accuracy and timing. Goff's early throws and missed opportunities in the red zone showcased his struggle to wait for routes to develop. The Bucs' linebackers excelled in getting quick depth in coverage, disrupting the synchronization and timing of plays.

The Lions' pass defense, particularly in zone coverage, had its fair share of challenges. With new cornerbacks playing together for only the second time and linebackers rotating in and out, there was a lack of coordination in their zone responsibilities. This resulted in the Buccaneers finding success against the Lions in the passing game.

Moving forward, the Lions' defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn needs to address the balance between man and zone coverage, ensuring their defense can effectively limit both the passing and running abilities of their opponents.

Despite these shortcomings, there were a few standout performances from Lions players like Brian Branch, who made an impressive interception in the shallow robber role. Additionally, Tim Patrick showcased his skills as a wide receiver with good route running and blocking abilities, earning himself more playing time in future games.

The Lions will need to quickly regroup and make adjustments before their upcoming matchup with the Arizona Cardinals. The cohesion and execution of both the offense and defense must improve if they want to secure a victory in Week 3.