Detroit Lions
NFC North | 15-2-0
Avg PTS
33.18
Rank: 1st
Avg Yds
430.17
Rank: 1st
Avg PYds
280.78
Rank: 1st
Avg RYds
149.39
Rank: 2nd
Posted 2/19/2025 8:50 pm GMT
Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams will not face discipline from the NFL for carrying an unlicensed gun, according to sources Wednesday, Feb. 19.
Huddle Up: The league considered the matter closed, which is good given that Williams has already been suspended twice in his young career. Coming off a breakout campaign, Williams should be viewed as a back-end WR2 option with week-winning upside.
Posted 2/18/2025 4:33 pm GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff will remain the focal point of the offense, according to new offensive coordinator John Morton. Morton spent a year as senior offensive assistant in 2022. "I think it's big because it all starts with the quarterback," Morton said. "Just kind of knowing him -- and when I was here, I was in the quarterback room. So, I have a feel of what he likes, what he doesn't. That's important as a play-caller. We'll continue here when the players come back and stuff, so I'll get to know more about him and the plays that he really likes a lot and what they've been doing good here."
Huddle Up: Goff was a surprise as the QB6 in fantasy, and provided he remains healthy, he could be in the QB7-12 range again next season. Look at him as a potential value pick in the middle of the QB run in your draft.
Posted 2/08/2025 4:36 am GMT
Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs averaged 6.4 yards per touch in 2024, the most yards by any player with at least 300 touches in a season since Marshall Faulk in 2000.
Huddle Up: Gibbs produced big plays all season, but he took his production to another level when David Montgomery missed time with an injury. Even as part of a committee, Gibbs has proven he can deliver RB1 production.
Posted 2/01/2025 4:06 am GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff recorded 203 pass attempts on play-action in 2024, according to Pro Football Reference. The mark was not only a career high, but it was 52 more such attempts than second-place Matthew Stafford.
Huddle Up: While it makes a lot of sense for Detroit to use the threat of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery as often as possible, the concern for Goff's present and future fantasy managers is that the new offensive coordinator will not feature play-action as often as predecessor Ben Johnson did. Goff should still be a reliable low-end fantasy starter given his supporting cast, but he may not have quite the upside he occasionally did under Johnson.
Posted 1/26/2025 9:19 pm GMT
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown caught 73 passes that resulted in a first down during the 2024 regular season, which ranked second in the NFL in the category.
Huddle Up: St. Brown continues to be one of the top receivers in the NFL and ranked in the top five in receptions (115), receiving yards (1,263) and touchdowns (12). He will be a significant part of the passing game again next season and will be a must-start option in fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/21/2025 12:43 am GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff led the NFL with 2,060 passing yards on play action passes during the regular season.
Huddle Up: Goff will be working with a new offensive coordinator next season, so it is not known if he will be able to have similar numbers in 2025. He should still have most of his pass catchers next season but is probably a No. 2 fantasy quarterback in most fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/19/2025 2:19 am GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff (head) exited the Divisional Round game against the Washington Commanders and is being evaluated for a concussion.
Huddle Up: Goff was crushed while trying to make a tackle on a pick six. If he is unable to return, Teddy Bridgewater will have to lead the Detroit offense.
Posted 1/16/2025 9:17 pm GMT
Detroit Lions RB David Montgomery (knee) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 16, and is not on the injury report for the Divisional Round playoff game.
Huddle Up: Montgomery will be involved in the offense against the Washington Commanders, but his workload is uncertain at this point. He was playing well before the injury and should be at least a flex option in fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/15/2025 9:20 pm GMT
Detroit Lions RB David Montgomery (knee) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Jan. 15.
Huddle Up: Montgomery is on track to return to the lineup, but it is not known if he will receive his normal workload right away. He should still see a decent amount of touches during the game and can be at least a flex option in leagues.
Posted 1/14/2025 10:10 pm GMT
Detroit Lions RB David Montgomery (knee) was a full participant at practice Tuesday, Jan. 14. The Lions conducted a walkthrough Tuesday so his participation level is an estimation.
Huddle Up: Montgomery surprisingly is on track to make his return after missing a few weeks due to an MCL sprain. How much his workload is impacted due to the quick turnaround is unclear, but it wouldn't be a surprise if Montgomery saw something close to his typical role alongside Jahmyr Gibbs.
Posted 1/13/2025 6:21 pm GMT
Detroit Lions RB David Montgomery (knee) is expected to have a role during the team's first playoff game in the NFC Divisional Round as he makes a return from an MCL sprain, head coach Dan Campbell said Monday, Jan. 13.
Huddle Up: How much of a workload Montgomery will see immediately coming off the knee injury will be interesting. Jahmyr Gibbs has been on fire during Montgomery's absence, but the Lions probably want to take some of the load off the young running back. If Montgomery is fully back, he's a solid DFS play for managers to consider.
Posted 1/07/2025 8:28 pm GMT
Detroit Lions RB David Montgomery (knee) is expected to recover from the medial collateral ligament sprain in his left knee in time to play in the team's first playoff game - the NFC Divisional Round - according to comments made by head coach Dan Campbell on Tuesday, Jan. 7.
Huddle Up: The Lions' offense should be in good shape regardless of whether Montgomery is able to play, although it is undeniable that he is one of the best power runners in the league. The bigger question is if Montgomery will be fully recovered just over a month after suffering the injury. If not, he could play more of a complementary role to Jahmyr Gibbs, who once again proved he is more than capable of being a featured back during Montgomery's absence.
Posted 1/06/2025 7:37 am GMT
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta caught all seven of his targeted passes for 63 yards during the club's Week 18 win over the Minnesota Vikings.
Huddle Up: Something of a forgotten man on offense for much of 2024, LaPorta finished strong, posting 32 catches, 341 yards, and 4 TDs over his final six games. That puts him right back into midrange TE1 territory and makes him a strong option for DFS players in the Divisional Round and beyond (assuming Detroit advances).
Posted 1/06/2025 7:21 am GMT
Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams posted six receptions (on eight targets) for 34 yards against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, Jan. 5.
Huddle Up: Whereas Jahmyr Gibbs and Amon-Ra St. Brown (and, to a lesser extent, Sam LaPorta) are the constants in Detroit's offense, Williams is the variable. He's the designated deep ball/big-play threat, and when he hits on one or more of those he can push toward WR2 territory. When he doesn't, you get games like Sunday night. He's a risk/reward WR3 each week, and that includes DFS formats.
Posted 1/06/2025 7:11 am GMT
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown had six receptions (on seven targets) for a team-high 77 yards against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 18.
Huddle Up: Despite some week-to-week inconsistency this season, St. Brown still finished in the top five in receptions (115), yards (1,263), and TDs (12). Looking ahead to the Divisional Round, St. Brown had his most success against the Vikings among potential opponents, whereas the Rams held him in check (3-13-0). Regardless, St. Brown is a surefire WR1 regardless of matchup.
Posted 1/06/2025 7:03 am GMT
Detroit Lions RB Craig Reynolds (back) ran the ball eight times for 39 yards versus the Minnesota Vikings in Week 18. He was also targeted twice but did not record a reception.
Huddle Up: Reynolds continues to fill in for David Montgomery (knee), though clearly not at the same usage rate. At best, he'd be a risky flex play in the Divisional Round.
Posted 1/06/2025 6:50 am GMT
Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs carried the ball 23 times for 139 yards and three touchdowns against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 18. He also caught five passes for 31 yards and a touchdown.
Huddle Up: With David Montgomery (knee) out, Gibbs was the focal point of the offense Sunday night, accounting for all four of the game's touchdowns. With the Lions now set for a week off, there's a chance we could see Montgomery, who was never placed on IR, back in action, though that still feels like a long shot. Either way, Gibbs should be the primary option going forward and is a high-end RB1 in DFS.
Posted 1/06/2025 6:40 am GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff completed 27 of his 33 passes for 231 yards with a touchdown and a pair of interceptions during the club's Week 18 victory over the Minnesota Vikings.
Huddle Up: While Goff threw a couple of bad picks, he settled down and helped Detroit put the Vikings away with a dominant second-half performance to give the Lions an NFC North banner and first-round bye. They can potentially face the Rams, Commanders, Packers, or Vikings in the Divisional Round. Goff should be a clear QB1 in any of those matchups.
Posted 1/03/2025 9:21 pm GMT
Detroit Lions RB Craig Reynolds (back) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 3, and is listed as questionable for Week 18.
Huddle Up: Reynolds was added to the injury report Friday, so he may be a game-time decision for the game. He has been working behind Jahmyr Gibbs over the last few weeks but can be avoided in fantasy leagues even if he is active for the game.
Posted 1/03/2025 9:17 pm GMT
Detroit Lions RB David Montgomery (knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 3, and has been ruled out for Week 18.
Huddle Up: Montgomery is expected to miss more time but could return at some point during the playoffs. Jahmyr Gibbs will continue to see most of the work at running back for the Lions and is a must-start option in all leagues.
Posted 1/02/2025 10:01 pm GMT
Detroit Lions RB David Montgomery (knee) did not take part in practice once again on Thursday, Jan. 2.
Huddle Up: Montgomery is not expected back until the divisional round of the playoffs. Jahmyr Gibbs will continue in a workhorse role in Week 18 and is a locked-in RB1.
Posted 1/02/2025 3:49 am GMT
Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs ranks third in the NFL with 109.9 yards from scrimmage per game, and he has recorded at least 70 yards in all 16 games.
Huddle Up: Despite splitting touches with David Montgomery for most of the season, Gibbs has had no trouble piling up yards. His versatility gives him one of the highest floors among running backs.
Posted 1/02/2025 2:15 am GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff has 17 touchdowns and zero interceptions on passes on third or fourth down this season.
Huddle Up: Goff has been firing on all cylinders in recent weeks, throwing at least three touchdowns in four straight games and topping 300 yards in three straight.
Posted 12/31/2024 4:30 am GMT
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta tallied six receptions for 64 yards and one touchdown on eight targets in the Week 17 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Monday, Dec. 30.
Huddle Up: LaPorta hasn't had the sophomore campaign we hoped but he has now scored four times in the last five games and is now over 600 yards for the season. He's a borderline TE1 in Week 18.
Posted 12/31/2024 4:27 am GMT
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown caught eight passes for 60 yards and a touchdown in the Week 17 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Monday, Dec. 30.
Huddle Up: St. Brown also had an assist on one of Jameson Williams' touchdowns, although that doesn't do fantasy owners any good. St. Brown remains a WR1 entering Week 18.
Posted 12/31/2024 4:23 am GMT
Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams posted five catches for 77 yards and a touchdown while adding two carries for -2 yards and another touchdown in the Week 17 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Monday, Dec. 30.
Huddle Up: Williams' touchdown reception came on a lateral from Amon-Ra St. Brown and he took it to the house from 44 yards out. In the midst of a breakout season, Williams enters Week 18 as a WR2.
Posted 12/31/2024 4:18 am GMT
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs had 18 carries for 117 yards and a touchdown while adding four catches for 46 yards in the Week 17 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Monday, Dec. 30.
Huddle Up: Gibbs once again had a monster workload with David Montgomery out and he answered the bell, with his 30-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter being the dagger. Gibbs remains a locked-in RB1 entering Week 18.
Posted 12/31/2024 4:16 am GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff completed 26 of 34 passes for 303 yards and three touchdowns in the Week 17 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Monday, Dec. 30.
Huddle Up: The Lions and 49ers were locked in a shootout in the first half, but the Niners waned as the game progressed while Goff kept on chugging right along. He'll be a QB1 in Week 18.
Posted 12/28/2024 8:59 pm GMT
Detroit Lions RB David Montgomery (knee) did not take part in practice for the third straight day on Saturday, Dec. 28, and was ruled out for Week 17.
Huddle Up: Montgomery isn't expected back until the playoffs, so no surprise here. That leaves Jahmyr Gibbs in a workhorse role once again and he's a locked-in RB1.
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