Detroit Lions
DST - Detroit Lions
This Week Outlook
Availability
The Detroit Lions D/ST recorded just one sack and had one interception during the team's 19-16 win over the Bears in the last game of the year.
Fantasy Impact
The Lions allowed only 270 yards of total offense to the Bears, marking the sixth-lowest total they have allowed in a game all season. However, they had trouble getting to Caleb Williams, sacking the quarterback just once. Avonte Maddox had the interception which led to a Lions' field goal late in the third quarter.
The Lions D/ST recorded seven sacks while failing to force any turnovers in a 23-10 loss to the Vikings in Week 17.
Fantasy Impact
The unit fell victim to a turnover-heavy performance from the offense as the defense made stops for the most part when needed. Fantasy managers should look for alternatives in all formats ahead of a Week 18 contest against the Chicago Bears.
The Lions D/ST allowed 29 points on 481 total yards with two sacks and one fumble recovery on Sunday against the Steelers.
Fantasy Impact
Jaylen Warren ripped off a pair of long touchdown runs in the final quarter. Detroit did recover one fumble lost by Darnell Washington, but it was a rough second half for them as a unit.
The Lions D/ST registered two sack while also forcing one turnover (one interception) in a 41-34 loss to the Rams in Week 15.
Fantasy Impact
The unit was unable to make stops consistently, allowing 519 total offensive yards in the loss. Fantasy managers are better served looking elsewhere for a defensive option ahead of a Week 16 contest against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Lions D/ST turned in a dismal performance, failing to record a sack or force a turnover in a 31-24 Week 13 loss to the Packers.
Fantasy Impact
The unit continues an underwhelming stretch, allowing 16 or more points in the last five games. Fantasy managers will be better served seeking an alternative option ahead of a Week 14 contest against a high-powered Dallas Cowboys passing attack.
