The Detroit Lions have a lot to be excited about coming into the 2019 NFL season, including a potential MVP candidate in quarterback Matthew Stafford.

The Detroit Lions have a solid quarterback in Matthew Stafford. He’s posted a 5,000-yard season. He’s led eight come-from-behind victories in the same season. He was even in the MVP conversation in 2016.

What about 2019? Could Stafford make some noise this year? The league MVP usually goes to the best player on one of the best teams in the league. In that respect, the Lions might have some work to do.

This Lions team has put together a solid defense. It’s capable of holding teams off long enough for the offense to capitalize. Now, Stafford and his offensive teammates need to step it up and put the scoreboard operator to work.

If they start making the plays that are available given the personnel on this offense, the Lions could start winning and Stafford could be back in the MVP conversation.

This time, he’s got the chance to pull away with the award. And here are three reasons why.