Nevertheless , Avril was a huge part of the Lions defense .
Avril 's playmaking skills were a big reason the Lions went from 0 - 16 to the playoffs in just the span Avril 's his four - year rookie contract .
Nevertheless , Avril was a huge part of the Lions defense , and his playmaking skills were a big reason the Lions went from 0 - 16 to the playoffs in just the span of his four - year rookie contract .