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Luke Willson Catch-less Against Panthers
Detroit Lions tight end Luke Willson wasn't able to corral his only target in Sunday's win over the Panthers. Willson missed the game in Week 10, so his return was met with little production. Fellow tight end Michael Roberts (shoulder) missed the game but that didn't help Willson's cause. The first-year Lion has been nothing... Read More
Bruce Ellington Steps Up Against Carolina
Detroit Lions wide receiver Bruce Ellington had a solid first game with his new team, catching six of nine targets for 52 yards. Ellington took on Golden Tate's old role in the Detroit offense. Obviously, he directly benefited from Marvin Jones' (knee) absence but it should be interesting to see what happens on the short... Read More
TJ Jones Catches Just One Pass Against Carolina
Detroit Lions wide receiver TJ Jones caught his only target for just two yards in the win over Carolina on Sunday. With Marvin Jones (knee) inactive, it was surprising to see Jones so under-targeted; however, newly acquired Bruce Ellington took over the WR2 show in Detroit, catching six passes. Many expected Jones to take on... Read More
Kenny Golladay Finds End Zone Against Carolina In Week 11
Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay caught eight of 14 targets for 113 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-19 win over the Panthers. This was the second time that Golladay has reached the century mark this year, and the first time since Week 1. This kind of output should come as no surprise since... Read More
Theo Riddick Hauls In Five Passes On Sunday
Detroit Lions running back Theo Riddick saw seven targets, hauling in five of them for 30 yards in the 20-19 win over Carolina on Sunday. Riddick also received one carry but it went for no gain. The 27-year-old saw at least seven targets for the third straight game since returning from injury in Week 9.... Read More
LeGarrette Blount Useless Against Panthers
Detroit Lions running back LeGarrette Blount gained just one yard on seven attempts in Sunday's 20-19 win over the Panthers. Not only did Kerryon Johnson highlight the running game for Detroit, but Blount couldn't even make anything happen when Johnson left the game with a knee injury. However, the thought that Detroit plays on Thursday... Read More
Kerryon Johnson Scores, Leaves Game With Knee Injury
Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson (knee) was forced to leave Sunday's game against the Panthers and was unable return. However, before his departure, he had a solid showing, rushing for 87 yards and a touchdown on 15 carries. He also caught two passes for 10 yards. The statistical output is great to see, especially... Read More
Matthew Stafford Leads Detroit To Victory Over Panthers
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford finished 23 of 37 for 220 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-19 victory over the Carolina Panthers. It was an impressive day for the Lions offense, considering that Marvin Jones (knee) was inactive. As expected, Stafford looked at Kenny Golladay heavily on Sunday and it climaxed when the two... Read More
Matt Prater Looking For Busy Day Against Panthers
Detroit Lions kicker Matt Prater has hit his last eight consecutive field goals and is 17-for-20 on the season. After drilling a 52-yard attempt last week against the Bears, Prater gets to be back at home, indoors, against Carolina. The Panthers defense was shredded last week against Pittsburgh, so the hopes are the Lions can... Read More
Lions Defense Has Daunting Matchup Against Carolina
The Detroit Lions defense surrendered 402 yards of offense in last week's loss to the Bears. With Darius Slay (knee) inactive, the Lions were torched by Mitch Trubisky for 348 yards. Already known as one of the worst run defenses in the league, it's clear that without Slay, the secondary has their issues as well.... Read More
Luke Willson Limited, Michael Roberts Misses Thursday's Practice
Detroit Lions tight end Luke Willson (shoulder) was limited for a second straight practice after missing last Sunday's game against the Bears. He's fairing better than teammate Michael Roberts (shoulder) who has yet to practice this week after being forced to leave the Bears game. Before leaving, Roberts caught one of three targets for nine... Read More
TJ Jones Could See Increased Usage Against Panthers
Detroit Lions wide receiver TJ Jones saw his most snaps (50) of the season in Week 10 due to Marvin Jones (knee) being forced to leave the game in the third quarter. However, it didn't lead to increased production as the former caught just one pass for 12 yards. This week against Carolina, if Marvin... Read More
Kenny Golladay Looks To Improve On Strong Performance
Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay caught six passes in Week 10, the same amount he caught over Weeks 7-9 combined. He also found the end zone for the first time since Week 5. These are the results fantasy owners were expecting when Golden Tate was traded away. This week at home against Carolina, Golladay... Read More
Theo Riddick Could Be Challenged By The Panthers
Detroit Lions running back Theo Riddick recorded his highest receiving yardage total of the season last Sunday against the Bears, catching six passes for 60 yards. Serving as the Lions pass-catching back, the 27-year-old returned two weeks ago from a knee injury and has since caught 13 of 15 targets. This week, the Panthers present... Read More
Don't Consider LeGarrette Blount In Week 11
Detroit Lions running back LeGarrette Blount hasn't crossed the goal line in three weeks and has totaled only 15 yards rushing in the same period. That is all you need to hear when breaking down Blount's fantasy value. Making his case even worse is the fact that Kerryon Johnson received a goal-line carry last week... Read More
Kerryon Johnson Is Flex-Worthy In Week 11
Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson scored a rushing and a receiving touchdown last week against the Bears, but outside of that was very average against a good defense. This week, Johnson has another questionable matchup against the Carolina Panthers. The rookie's yardage totals have suffered recently because the Lions have trailed in each of... Read More
Matthew Stafford Has Some Upside Against The Panthers
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford has a decent matchup at home with the Carolina Panthers this Sunday. Stafford saved his Week 10 stat line with two garbage-time touchdowns against the Bears; however, he did toss two interceptions. The Panthers are in damage control after getting torched by Ben Roethlisberger for 5 touchdowns last Thursday. With... Read More
Matt Prater Hits A 52-Yard Field Goal In Week 10
Detroit Lions kicker Matt Prater booted a 52-yard field goal and hit an extra point in Sunday's 34-22 loss to the Bears. It was the second 50-plus yard field goal that Prater has hit this season, and he also has yet to miss an extra point on the year. He'll get to return indoors next... Read More
Detroit Lions Defense Manhandled By The Bears
The Detroit Lions defense surrendered 34 points in the first three quarters of Sunday's 34-22 loss to the Bears. At one point in the second quarter, the Lions trailed 26-0. Detroit wasn't off to a good start when cornerback Darius Slay (knee) was labeled inactive. The Bears took advantage of that absence, as Mitch Trubisky... Read More
Michael Roberts Catches Pass, Leaves Game With Injury
Detroit Lions tight end Michael Roberts (shoulder) left in the third quarter of Sunday's game and did not return. The injury came when Roberts caught his only reception for nine yards; he was targeted three times. He was expected to see an uptick in targets with Luke Willson (shoulder) inactive for the game but it... Read More
TJ Jones Hauls In One Pass Against Bears
Detroit Lions wide receiver TJ Jones was targeted just twice against the Bears on Sunday, leading to just one reception for 12 yards. It's now his third straight game with at least one catch but he hasn't benefited from the absence of Golden Tate like some anticipated. Jones should be considered as touchdown dependent as... Read More
Marvin Jones Leaves Game Against Bears, Doesn't Return
Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones (knee) was forced to leave in the third quarter of Sunday's game and was not able to return. Before exiting, Jones was targeted seven times, catching three passes for 55 yards. It will be interesting to see if Jones is able to practice this week, but monitor reports to... Read More
Kenny Golladay Catches Touchdown in Week 10
Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay caught six passes on a career-high 13 targets for 78 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 34-22 loss to the Bears. The second-year receiver was having a solid day before catching a five-yard TD pass from Matthew Stafford in the fourth quarter. This is a sight for the sore... Read More
LeGarrette Blount Non-Existent Against Bears
Detroit Lions running back LeGarrette Blount took six carries for just four yards in Sunday's 34-22 loss to the Bears. The 31-year-old has rushed for just 15 yards over his last three games combined. Blount continues to fall victim to game script as the Lions have trailed in each of the last three contests. He... Read More
Theo Riddick Catches Six Passes On Sunday
Detroit Lions running back Theo Riddick caught six of his seven targets for 60 yards in Sunday's loss to the Bears. Riddick was tied for the team lead in receptions and second on the team in targets. This marks the second straight week that he had six or more receptions. The Lions continue to get... Read More
Kerryon Johnson Scores Twice Against Bears
Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson rushed for 51 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries, while also catching six passes for 38 yards and a score in a loss to the Bears on Sunday. Just before half time, the rookie rushed for his second touchdown of the season, before catching his first NFL receiving... Read More
Matthew Stafford Saves Fantasy Day In Garbage Time
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford finished 25 of 42 for 274 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions in Sunday's 34-22 loss to the Bears. The Lions got behind 26-7 in the first half, meaning they were forced to pass exclusively in the second half of yet another game. This garbage-time production was able to... Read More
The Bears Present a Problem For Detroit Lions Defense
The Detroit Lions defense has a tough spot in Week 10, getting to face the Bears in Chicago. Last week, the Lions gave up just 283 yards of offense but still lost 24-9. That total is their second lowest of the season; however, the offense was not able to get the job done. This week,... Read More
Michael Roberts Not In A Good Spot Against Bears
Detroit Lions tight end Michael Roberts has come on as a touchdown-dependent option for the Lions since his breakout two-touchdown performance in Week 7. While he hasn't scored since then, he has seen the same amount of targets as Luke Willson in that span, and is the only tight end on the roster with a... Read More
Luke Willson Not A Viable Option In Week 10
Detroit Lions tight end Luke Willson has seen his most steady target share over the past three weeks, and has hauled in at least two receptions in each of those games. Last week he caught both of his targets for just 17 yards against the Vikings. He has yet to garner a red zone target... Read More
