Team Profile
Detroit Lions
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18.2% 3rdOff DVOA
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26.9% 9thPassing DVOA
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17.9% 2ndRushing DVOA
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-18.2% 2ndDef DVOA
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-15.9% 1stDef Passing DVOA
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-22.6% 3rdDef Rushing DVOA
2024 Team Stats
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Points For31.9 1st
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Points Against16.9 2nd
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Yards Per Game395.0 2nd
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Yards Allowed Per Game320.0 10th
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs turned in a mediocre fantasy output during the team's 23-20 win over the Chicago Bears in Week 13. Gibbs managed nine carries for 87 rushing yards, including several chunk gains, and added two receptions for 17 yards in the passing game. Despite his strong production, Gibbs' fantasy performance was dampened by a costly fumble and his inability to reach the end zone. The Lions will look to lean on Gibbs' explosiveness in their upcoming Week 14 Thursday Night Football showdown against the Green Bay Packers.
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff completed 21 of 34 passes for 221 yards and two touchdowns in a 23-20 victory over the Chicago Bears in Week 13. Goff leaned on efficiency rather than volume, with both of his touchdowns going to rookie tight end Sam LaPorta. However, Detroit's heavy reliance on their dynamic backfield duo of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery continues to limit Goff's ceiling for fantasy managers. While the Lions' offense continues to shine overall, Goff has now finished with fewer than 17 fantasy points in eight of 12 games this season, making him a volatile QB option. Goff and the Lions will face another NFC North rival in Week 14 as they host the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (knee) is officially active for Thursday's game against the Chicago Bears. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction after logging a full practice Wednesday. St. Brown has nine touchdowns over his last nine games, and he has tallied 71 catches and 747 yards en route to ranking as the overall WR2 in fantasy football this season. He should continue to be started in all fantasy leagues. Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (knee) is officially active for Thursday's game against the Chicago Bears. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction after logging a full practice Wednesday. St. Brown has nine touchdowns over his last nine games, and he has tallied 71 catches and 747 yards en route to ranking as the overall WR2 in fantasy football this season. He should continue to be started in all fantasy leagues.
Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (shoulder) is officially active for Thursday's game against the Chicago Bears. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction after logging a full practice Wednesday. Montgomery has been a major threat this season, tallying 873 scrimmage yards and 11 touchdowns en route to ranking as this season's overall RB11 in fantasy football. Fantasy managers should confidently start Montgomery, who scored a Week 13 touchdown in each of his first five seasons and will look to extend that streak to six on Thursday against his old team.
Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates will aim to stay consistent as the Lions take on the Chicago Bears in Week 13. Bates connected on his lone field-goal attempt, a booming 56-yarder, and converted all three of his extra points in the Lions' 24-6 victory over Indianapolis. He continues to deliver, maintaining a perfect 16-for-16 record on field goals this season and leading the league with 40 successful PATs, a testament to Detroit's dynamic offense. Bates has scored eight or more fantasy points in eight of 11 games this year, proving to be one of the most dependable fantasy kickers. With the Lions once again boasting the highest projected team total this week, Bates remains a safe option for fantasy managers looking to capitalize on his steady production.