Detroit Lions
NFC North | 12-5-0
Avg PTS
27.12
Rank: 5th
Avg Yds
406.45
Rank: 1st
Avg PYds
272.15
Rank: 2nd
Avg RYds
134.3
Rank: 5th
Posted 7/26/2024 2:10 am GMT
Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs took part in wide receiver drills during practice Thursday, July 25.
Huddle Up: Gibbs just missed out on 1,000 rushing yards as a rookie while also catching 52 passes. He should be even more involved in the offense this season, giving him top-five upside at the running back spot.
Posted 7/25/2024 1:32 am GMT
Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams was "one of the most impressive players on the field" during practice Wednesday, July 24, according to Jeff Seidel of the Detroit Free Press.
Huddle Up: Injuries have slowed Williams to start his career, but it has been nothing but positive news surrounding the speedy receiver during the offseason. His big-play ability makes him worth considering as a WR3 or flex option.
Posted 7/17/2024 2:32 am GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff absorbed a league-high 69 hits while throwing a pass in 2023, according to Pro Football Reference. Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (65) was the only other quarterback to be hit more than 60 times.
Huddle Up: The 69 hits are 16 more than he absorbed in 2022. The Lions arguably upgraded what was already a very good offensive line with the addition of Kevin Zeitler during the offseason, so the number of hits Goff takes in 2024 should decrease by a decent amount. Goff is generating some early league MVP buzz and has the supporting cast to enjoy his finest season to date if he can stay healthy. He isn't much of a run threat, but Detroit's offense might be so good that he could finish as a top-five fantasy quarterback anyway.
Posted 7/11/2024 7:24 pm GMT
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown revealed on the Netflix series "Receiver" that he tore his oblique muscle in Week 3 (he would miss one game because of it in Week 5), played through hand, foot and mouth disease in Week 8 and a toe injury early in the season that required a special shoe insert to keep the toe stable.
Huddle Up: The result: 119 passes for 1,515 yards and 10 TDs - all career highs. It is scary to think what he is capable of when healthy. It is entirely possible St. Brown will not be able to last year's production with Jameson Williams healthy, Sam LaPorta likely taking another step forward in Year 2 and Jahmyr Gibbs getting more work in the passing game, but St. Brown is about as sure of a bet to put up WR1 numbers as any receiver again this year.
Posted 7/04/2024 7:13 pm GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff attempted 151 play-action passes for 1,415 yards last season, according to Pro Football Reference. Both marks were easily league highs.
Huddle Up: Goff attempted 605 throws last season, so he executed play-action on about a quarter of his throws. We have known for some time in fantasy circles that play-action passes are worth more in fantasy and are generally more effective passing plays, so this is usage managers like to see While play-action pass attempts in Detroit likely threaten defenses more than other teams because of who else is in the backfield (David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs), this stat further explains why Amon-Ra St. Brown and Sam LaPorta were able to enjoy so much success in the intermediate part of the field last season.
Posted 6/29/2024 11:49 pm GMT
Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams "showed a much better grasp of route running and overall attention to detail" during spring practices, according to Jeff Risdon of Lions Wire.
Huddle Up: Williams has some incredible upside but considering his injury history and slow start to his career, managers should have cautious optimism that he can break out. He should be viewed as a fringe WR3 option with upside if he truly has made strides.
Posted 5/31/2024 5:09 pm GMT
Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs was a very good receiver as a rookie last season (52 catches on 71 targets), but the hope for running backs coach Scottie Montgomery is that Gibbs can go from a "really efficient check-down option" to a player who can "go into the slot and a little bit more down the field."
"Now what we need him to do from a passing game standpoint is go to the next level. I do think there's a certain difference between being a really efficient check-down versus a great route-runner, a guy that can run all types of choice (routes). We know we've seen him do those things. But now can you go into the slot and a little bit more down the field, some intermediate stuff. Can we continue to grow him there, and that's what we're trying to do," Montgomery said.
Huddle Up: For the sake of comparison, Christian McCaffrey ran 89 routes out of the slot versus Gibbs' 36, so there is definite room for growth if the second-year back is ready for the challenge. David Montgomery should remain the clear early-down option and Gibbs the primary option on passing downs, but the team's usage of both backs during the second half of last season suggests Gibbs could see more than the 234 touches he amassed in 15 games last season. The 22-year-old should be viewed as a solid fantasy RB1 option with top-five upside.
Posted 5/26/2024 8:18 pm GMT
Detroit Lions QB Hendon Hooker had a solid showing at organized team activities on Thursday, May 23, with one of his deep balls creating buzz among teammates.
Huddle Up: Hooker is now a full year removed from a torn ACL that he suffered during his final collegiate season, but Jared Goff is a major roadblock to Hooker getting the starting job after he received an extension recently. Hooker will only see the field if Goff gets hurt, although Detroit may look to trade him if he can build up his stock during the preseason. Hooker isn't worth targeting in season-long leagues but remains someone to hold in dynasty.
Posted 5/26/2024 8:13 pm GMT
Detroit Lions WR Antoine Green was getting run with the first-team offense during the team's open session of organized team activities on Thursday, May 23.
Huddle Up: Green was out there along with Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams, which is a surprise considering Detroit also has Kalif Raymond and Donovan Peoples-Jones, the latter of whom was running with the twos. However, it's way too early to put a ton of stock into it, but Green now becomes someone to keep an eye on moving forward.
Posted 5/14/2024 8:48 pm GMT
Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs should expect to "see more of a load" in 2024, according to general manager Brad Holmes on a recent appearance of The Rich Eisen Show.
"I definitely would expect him to see more of a load, but David Montgomery will still be here too. Dan (Campbell) and I love that 1-2 punch of him and David. But just speaking on, specifically, him being a rookie last year, even when he had some pops in (last year's season opener), I was watching, I was like, 'He's still trying to get the feel of the game.' He was playing very fast, and he actually kind of needed to slow down a little bit . . . But once he got that sweet spot, you kind of saw it in the (Baltimore) Ravens game, which unfortunately we didn't show up very well for that game, but that's when you started seeing some glimpses of, 'I think it's coming, I think it's coming,' Then, obviously, that (Las Vegas) Raiders game where I believe everyone saw the breakout. . . . I think he has much more to offer in the passing game, so most likely you'll see an increase in that as well," Holmes said.
Huddle Up: Gibbs' dynasty managers have to be loving this quote from the GM. Despite missing two games as a rookie, Gibbs amassed 1,261 yards and 11 touchdowns on 234 touches. He saw at least 12 touches in each of Detroit's three playoff games as well. It bodes very well for him that Detroit is ready to give him more work, as Gibbs could push for overall RB1 production if he is handed (and can handle) 15 to 18 touches on a regular basis.
Posted 5/13/2024 8:49 pm GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff agreed to terms on a four-year contract extension with the Lions Monday, May 13, worth $212 million, according to sources. The deal includes $170 million in guaranteed money.
Huddle Up: Goff will be the starting quarterback for the Lions for the foreseeable future and is coming off a terrific 2023 season. He could be a possible low-end No. 1 fantasy quarterback in deeper leagues but probably will be a No. 2 quarterback in most standard leagues that can also be a starting option against favorable matchups.
Posted 4/24/2024 4:04 pm GMT
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown agreed to a four-year contract extension worth more than $120 million, with $77 million guaranteed, per sources on Wednesday, April 24.
Huddle Up: St. Brown getting paid was a matter of when, not if. After emerging as one of the best wide receivers in the NFL last season, St. Brown, who ranked as WR3 overall, will be a locked-in WR1 entering the 2024 campaign.
Posted 4/16/2024 10:32 pm GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff said he has started contract extension talks with the Lions but would not say how advanced the talks are at this time.
Huddle Up: Goff probably will receive a contract extension at some point, so fantasy players can monitor the situation. He has thrown for at least 4,400 yards in each of the last two seasons but probably will be a high-end No. 2 quarterback in most fantasy leagues.
Posted 2/27/2024 7:03 pm GMT
Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams is expected to make a push to be a full-time starter in 2024 after he appeared to be "coming into his own" at the end of the 2023 season, according to head coach Dan Campbell.
Huddle Up: An ACL injury in college mostly derailed any chance Williams had of contributing as a rookie in 2022 before a season-opening suspension mostly short-circuited any chance he had of contributing early in 2023. While his 24-354-2 line last season was not the stuff of legend, he started to show signs of being a potentially good sidekick for Amon-Ra St. Brown as the season concluded. Assuming he can enjoy a low-profile offseason for the first time as a pro, Williams stands a great chance at being a quality bench option in fantasy with significant upside.
Posted 2/17/2024 7:35 pm GMT
The Detroit Lions and WR Amon-Ra St. Brown are in talks about a contract extension that would be for at least three years and about $25 million annually, per source on Thursday, Feb. 15.
Huddle Up: St. Brown has gotten better and better each year and has quietly become one of the better players at his position in the league. St. Brown had a career-best campaign in 2023 that saw him tally 119 receptions for 1,515 yards, which led to him ranking as WR3 overall. He's a WR1 moving forward.
Posted 1/30/2024 2:44 am GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff said he hopes to sign a long-term contract extension with the Lions but it will be up to his representatives and the team to reach an agreement.
Huddle Up: Goff is coming off an outstanding 2023 season and should remain with the Lions for the foreseeable future. He can be at least a No. 2 fantasy quarterback in fantasy leagues in 2024.
Posted 1/26/2024 10:14 pm GMT
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 26, and is not on the injury report for the NFC Championship game.
Huddle Up: LaPorta has been on the injury report for the last few weeks because of the injury but should not have any limitations against the San Francisco 49ers. He is a big part of the passing game for the Lions and should be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/25/2024 10:36 pm GMT
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta (knee) was limited during practice Thursday, Jan. 25.
Huddle Up: LaPorta will be able to play despite the knee injury and should see a good amount of targets during the game. He should be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/24/2024 10:07 pm GMT
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 24. The Lions did not hold a practice Wednesday, so this is an estimation.
Huddle Up: LaPorta has been playing well during the playoffs and should continue to be a big part of the passing game. He should be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/21/2024 7:42 pm GMT
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta (knee) is officially active for the Divisional Round playoff game.
Huddle Up: LaPorta should be a big part of the passing game this week against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and should be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/21/2024 7:32 pm GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff is expected to start contract extension talks with the Lions this offseason.
Huddle Up: Goff ranked second in the NFL with 4,575 passing yards and fourth with 30 touchdowns during the regular season. He has posted terrific numbers in each of the last two seasons and will be a low-end No. 1 or a No. 2 quarterback in fantasy leagues next season.
Posted 1/20/2024 4:28 am GMT
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown faces the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the divisional round of the playoffs, and St. Brown had 12 catches for 124 yards and a touchdown against the Buccaneers in a matchup during the regular season.
Huddle Up: St. Brown finished third in the league in receiving yards and was tied for second in receptions, so the Buccaneers weren't the only team that he torched this year. After finishing with seven catches for 110 yards to open the playoffs, St. Brown should be one of the top options in all playoff contests.
Posted 1/19/2024 9:52 pm GMT
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta (knee) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 19, and is listed as questionable for the Divisional Round playoff game.
Huddle Up: LaPorta seems to have a good chance to play in the playoff game, but fantasy players should check the inactive list for his official status. He is a big part of the Lions passing game and should be a starting option in all leagues if he is active.
Posted 1/18/2024 10:47 pm GMT
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta (knee) was limited during practice Thursday, Jan. 18.
Huddle Up: LaPorta still seems to have a good chance to play in the playoff game, but fantasy players should keep an eye on the situation to see if things change. He is a solid part of the Lions passing game and should be a starting fantasy option in active.
Posted 1/17/2024 10:02 pm GMT
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta (knee) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Jan. 17. The Lions did not hold a practice Wednesday, so this is an estimation.
Huddle Up: LaPorta played in the Wild Card game despite the injury and reached the end zone. He should be on track again to play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and can be a starting option in all leagues.
Posted 1/15/2024 12:51 am GMT
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta (knee) is officially active for the NFC Wild Card game against the Los Angeles Rams.
Huddle Up: If you were waiting to decide on starting LaPorta in postseason fantasy leagues and in DFS play, it is safe to do so. He is wearing a brace on his injured knee.
Posted 1/14/2024 4:02 pm GMT
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta (knee) is trending in the right direction to play in the team's wild-card game versus the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Jan. 14. He is expected to wear a brace if he is active.
Huddle Up: LaPorta had been listed as questionable on the injury report due to a bone bruise and hyperextended knee. After missing the Lions' first two practice sessions of the week, he was able to serve as a full participant Friday, Jan. 12. If he receives clearance to play, he should be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/12/2024 10:27 pm GMT
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 12, but is listed as questionable for the Wild Card playoff game.
Huddle Up: LaPorta seems to have a decent chance to play in the playoff game after a full practice, but fantasy players will need to check the inactive list for his official status. He is an important part of the Lions passing game and should be a starting option in all leagues if active.
Posted 1/12/2024 10:27 pm GMT
Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 12, and is not on the injury report for the Wild Card playoff game.
Huddle Up: Williams probably will see a few targets during the playoff game and could be a possible flex option in some fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/12/2024 2:52 am GMT
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta (knee) said he likely will wear a brace on his knee if he is active for the Wild Card playoff game so he does not hyperextended it, according to NFL Network's Bridget Condon.
Huddle Up: LaPorta has missed the first two practices of the week and appears to be questionable at best for the Wild Card playoff game. He probably will see a decent amount of targets if he is cleared to play and can be a No. 1 tight end in all leagues if he is in uniform.
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