Allen Park — Offensive tackle Giovanni Manu had a lot to say following a recent Detroit Lions practice in Allen Park.

It’s yet another sign that his confidence is as high as it's ever been — and that’s despite the fact he’s been getting his “ass whooped out there” (his words) when going against seasoned veterans Aidan Hutchinson and Marcus Davenport.

Manu, a second-year tackle, is one of the more tantalizing prospects on Detroit’s roster. What he lacked in experience after a college football career at British Columbia, he made up for in size (6-foot-7, 350 pounds) and athleticism. Alas, that’s a tough combo when beginning life in the NFL, but more than halfway through this year’s training camp, he feels he’s finally starting to turn a corner.

“My confidence is growing each and every

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