TJ Jones Isn't An Option Against Bears

Detroit Lions wide receiver TJ Jones recorded a season-high two receptions for just 13 yards in last week's loss to Minnesota. While it was an ugly game for the Lions all around, Jones just wasn't a factor at all. Things likely won't change against an even tougher matchup with the Bears in Week 10. While […]

Kenny Golladay Is A Risky Option In Week 10

Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay caught three of his four targets for just 46 yards in last week's loss to the Vikings. The second-year receiver hasn't had more than three receptions and 46 yards in any of the last three games. It was expected that Golladay would pick up the extra targets left when […]

Marvin Jones In A Tough Spot Against Bears

Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones is coming off a six-reception game against the Vikings, his second most receptions in a game this season. It was the Lions' first game without Golden Tate and Jones was easily the top target. This week, it doesn't get any easier as the Lions face the Bears in Chicago. […]

Theo Riddick Has Flex Appeal In Week 10

Detroit Lions running back Theo Riddick returned from a two-game absence in Week 9 to post seven receptions on eight targets for 36 yards. In his absence, rookie Kerryon Johnson took on the team's pass-catching back role but it's clear that role is back to being Riddick's. Last week, the 27-year-old played his most snaps […]

LeGarrette Blount Not An Option In Week 10

Detroit Lions running back LeGarrette Blount (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice. Blount is also coming off of his third lowest carry (five carries) total of the season in last week's loss to the Vikings. Now throw in a road matchup with the Chicago Bears in Week 10 and you have yourself a […]

Kerryon Johnson A Risky Option Against Bears

Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson (ankle) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice. This comes after the rookie hasn't topped 37 yards in either of the last two games against the Seahawks and Vikings. Things don't get any better in Week 10 as the Lions face the Bears, who allow the fewest fantasy points […]

Matthew Stafford Should Be On Benches In Week 10

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford is coming off a pedestrian Week 9 performance against the Vikings when he passed for just 199 yards and no touchdowns or interceptions. However, he was sacked a career-high 10 times in the loss, and it seems to be a low point of the season for the 30-year-old signal caller […]

Matt Prater Hits Three Field Goals In Week 9 Loss

Detroit Lions kicker Matt Prater hit all three of his field goal attempts in Sunday's loss to the Vikings. Prater scored the only points for Detroit on Sunday and has now hit his last seven field goals. It was a tough day for the Lions offense but they were able to get Prater in a […]

Michael Roberts Targeted Four Times In Week 9 Loss

Detroit Lions tight end Michael Roberts was targeted four times, catching one for 12 yards, in a 24-9 loss to the Vikings on Sunday. The targets were a season high for Roberts but only being able to corral one doesn't help much for fantasy. Roberts isn't a big-play threat by any means but he is […]

Luke Willson Ineffective In Week 9

Detroit Lions tight end Luke Willson caught his only two targets for 17 yards in Sunday's loss to the Minnesota Vikings. While it doesn't look like much, it was actually Willson's third straight game with multiple receptions, a feat he hasn't accomplished since 2015 as a member of the Seattle Seahawks. He seems to be […]

TJ Jones Quiet In Week 9 Loss

Detroit Lions wide receiver TJ Jones caught his only two targets for 13 yards in a 24-9 loss to the Vikings on Sunday. Jones was expected to see more action with Golden Tate being traded to Philadelphia, but the Lions offense struggled to do anything productive all game. Even without Tate, Jones is still likely […]

Kenny Golladay Posts Three Receptions Against Vikings

Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay caught three of four targets for 46 yards in Sunday's loss to the Minnesota Vikings. The second-year man posted an almost identical stat line of his last two games combined. While it wasn't a great day for Golladay, it's proof that Golden Tate's departure will provide more opportunities for […]

Marvin Jones Hauls In Six Passes In Week 9

Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones caught six of a team-leading eight targets for 66 yards in Sunday's loss to the Vikings. With Golden Tate no longer a member of the Lions, Jones definitely saw his looks increase; this was Jones' fourth game with eight or more targets this season. Jones was the lone bright […]

LeGarrette Blount Disappears Against Vikings

Detroit Lions running back LeGarrette Blount gained just eight yards on five carries in the 24-9 loss to Minnesota on Sunday. He also caught his only target in the game, a two-yard pass. The game script just didn't allow Blount to get much usage as Detroit trailed for much of the game, yet again. If […]

Theo Riddick Returns With Solid Week 9 Performance

Detroit Lions running back Theo Riddick (knee) returned from a two-game absence to catch seven of eight targets for 36 yards against the Viking on Sunday. It was a nice first-game back for Riddick as he tied for the team lead in targets with Marvin Jones. While Riddick didn't register a carry, the Lions trailed […]

Kerryon Johnson Held In Check Against Vikings

Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson took 12 carries for 37 yards in the loss to Minnesota on Sunday. Johnson also caught three of five targets for just seven yards. Detroit was playing catch up for another week with the Lions' offensive line having a rough day, allowing Matthew Stafford to be sacked 10 times. […]

Matthew Stafford Held Without a Touchdown In Week 9

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford finished 25 of 36 for just 199 yards and no touchdowns in the 24-9 loss to the Vikings. Stafford also fumbled in the fourth quarter, with Minnesota recovering and returning it for a touchdown. Stafford was under pressure all day, being sacked 10 times, a career high. Historically the 30-year-old […]

Lions Defense Not a Viable Option In Week 9

The Detroit Lions defense is in a tough spot this week on the road against the Vikings. This follows a week where the Lions surrendered 28 points and over 400 yards of offense to the Seattle Seahawks. They also allowed 176 yards on the ground last week, their fourth game allowing over 168 rushing yards […]

Michael Roberts Isn't A Good Option Versus Vikings

Detroit Lions tight end Michael Roberts is the only tight end on the team to garner a red zone target, let alone catch a touchdown through the season's first eight weeks. This week against the Vikings, Roberts has a decent matchup; however, there are still several others in his way to consistently producing. Even with […]

Luke Willson Could See Increased Targets In Week 9

Detroit Lions tight end Luke Willson has seen his most consistent usages in the past two games, posting two and three catches, respectively. With Golden Tate being traded, there is a chance that Willson's number is called more against the Vikings on Sunday, but don't count on it. Despite the Vikings being one of the […]

TJ Jones A Touchdown-Dependent Option Against Vikings

Detroit Lions wide receiver TJ Jones has an opportunity to make an impact on the offense with Golden Tate being shipped off to the Eagles. Jones has just three receptions this year as the fourth receiving option, but his target share just likely increased with the trade. Just last year, Jones caught 30 passes for […]

Kenny Golladay A WR2 Versus Vikings

Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay has had a quiet last two games, catching his only three targets for just 49 yards. Detroit is one of the few offenses in football that can make three wide receivers fantasy relevant, but the Lions traded Golden Tate on Tuesday, so Golladay is expected to a major increase […]

Marvin Jones Looks To Build Off Strong Performance

Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones exploded for two touchdowns in the Week 8 loss to Seattle. It was the first time that Jones recorded more than four catches and more than 69 yards through the first seven games. Then the Lions decided to trade Golden Tate to the Eagles on Tuesday, making Jones the […]

LeGarrette Blount Not Worth Consideration In Week 9

Detroit Lions running back LeGarrette Blount was scripted out of last week's loss to the Seahawks. He only received three carries for three yards, but did catch his only target for a 23-yard gain. This week, he gets to face the Minnesota Vikings who have one of the tougher run defenses in the NFL. There […]

Kerryon Johnson Draws Tough Matchup In Week 9

Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson is coming off his second-lowest usage of the season last week against the Seahawks. While Detroit abandoned the run in the second half last week, Johnson got his in the passing game to save his fantasy day, catching six passes for 69 yards. It could be much of the […]

Matthew Stafford A Risky Start In Week 9

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford has a tough matchup this week on the road at Minnesota. Historically, Stafford isn't great on the road, and the Vikings allow just 17.7 fantasy points per game to opposing quarterbacks. While he just lost his safety net in Golden Tate to a trade, this means he will get to […]

Lions Defense Struggles Against Seattle

The Detroit Lions defense allowed over 400 yards of offense in the 28-14 loss to Seattle on Sunday. After the Lions jumped out to a 7-0 lead in the first quarter, Seattle scored 28 unanswered points. Russell Wilson was able to find big holes in the Lions secondary for three second-quarter touchdowns, then Chris Carson […]

Levine Toilolo Catches A Pass In Week 8

Detroit Lions tight end Levine Toilolo caught his only target for 12 yards in the loss to Seattle on Sunday. This is Toilolo's first reception since Week 4 and only his fourth of the season. The 27-year-old is an afterthought in the offense and nowhere near relevant in fantasy. Don't look for much, if any, […]

Michael Roberts Catchless In Week 8

Detroit Lions tight end Michael Roberts wasn't able to haul in his only target in Sunday's 28-14 loss to Seattle. This comes after Roberts caught his second and third touchdowns of the year in Week 7. Roberts has been dealing with injuries through the early going of the season, but the former fourth-round pick seems […]

Luke Willson Posts Three Catches In Week 8

Detroit Lions tight end Luke Willson caught three of four targets for 21 yards in Sunday's 28-14 loss to Seattle. It's nothing to be proud of, but this was Willson's best game for his new team. He had the fourth most targets on the team in a game that called for the Lions to pass […]