The Detroit Lions selected Georgia WR Dominic Lovett with the 28th pick of Round 7 in the 2025 NFL Draft. Primarily a slot, Lovett proved capable of uncovering on short routes. He can be bullied at the catch point, though, and brings average size to the NFL. Lovett led Missouri in catches (56) and receiving yards (846) as a sophomore in 2022. That represented 22.3% and 30.4% market shares, respectively. The production came alongside WR Luther Burden, albeit the true freshman version. Lovett’s production flatlined at Georgia over the past two seasons. Still, in 2024, he led a squad that lost Brock Bowers and Ladd McConkey to the NFL in catches (59) and receiving yards (607). He had a 6.66 Relative Athletic Score (RAS) based on his predraft testing. He also ranked 30th among Combine WRs in 2024 Target Share at 18.3%, and 39th among those WRs in PFF Receiving Grade with a 67.2. He is currently 22 years old with a Breakout Age of 19.8. He ranked 27th among WRs in our Draft Sharks predraft Rookie Model scoring a 5.94. Our Comp for him in our Rookie Guide is Dede Westbrook.
The Lions selected Arkansas WR Isaac TeSlaa with the 70th pick of Round 70th in the 2025 NFL Draft. TeSlaa ran a 4.43 40-time at 6’4 and 214 pounds, outstanding athleticism. TeSlaa started out at D-II Hillsdale, where he stayed from 2020-2022.He started his final two seasons and earned Conference Player of the Year honors in ‘22 (68-1,325-13). His production dipped after transferring to Arkansas. The jump in competition led to only 34-351-2 on a 21.5% target share. TeSlaa’s usage declined with a 9% share in 2024, although he popped as a vertical slot with 19.0 yards per catch on 28 receptions. He had a 9.93 Relative Athletic Score (RAS) based on his predraft testing. He also ranked 49th among Combine WRs in 2024 Target Share at 8.9%, and 35th among those WRs in PFF Receiving Grade with a 70.5. He is currently 22 years old with a Breakout Age of 19.3. He ranked 33rd among WRs in our Draft Sharks predraft Rookie Model scoring a 5.89. Our Comp for him in our Rookie Guide is Matt Jones. His special teams ability and raw upside makes him a potential dynasty stash.
The Lions named John Morton their new OC. He'll replace Ben Johnson, who took the Bears HC job after leading Detroit to three straight top-five finishes in both points and total yards. Morton was a senior offensive assistant for Johnson's first Lions squad in 2022 before spending the last two years as Broncos passing game coordinator. His only previous OC experience came at USC in 2009 and 2010 and with the Jets in 2017. That Jets team -- quarterbacked by Josh McCown and Bryce Petty -- ranked 28th in total yards and 24th in points. We won't hold that against Morton. He'll now be working with one of the most loaded offenses in the league, although it's fair to expect some dropoff in play-calling from Johnson to Morton.
Lions RB David Montgomery (knee) put in a full week of practice and is not listed on the final injury report for the Divisional Round. He'll play in Saturday night's game vs. the Commanders -- and it looks like he might be ready for something close to his usual role. There are still questions about Montgomery's effectiveness in his first game back from his MCL injury, making him a risk/reward play in fantasy lineups.
Lions RB David Montgomery (knee) was listed as a full participant on Tuesday's practice report. Detroit only held a walkthrough, but this confirms that Montgomery is on track to play vs. the Commanders on Saturday. It's still unclear exactly how close to 100% he'll be for that one, a little less than five weeks after injuring his MCL. We'll keep tabs on his status.
Lions HC Dan Campbell said Tuesday that he expects RB David Montgomery (knee) to be available for the Divisional Round. Montgomery injured his right MCL on December 15 but chose rehab over surgery in hopes of returning for the playoffs. It looks like he'll hit that goal -- although it's unclear how effective Montgomery will be coming off the injury. He's a risky pick in NFL playoff fantasy contests but carries plenty of upside, especially if the Lions play three games. The news is a slight hit to RB Jahmyr Gibbs, but he remains the No. 2 RB in our playoff rankings.
Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs ran 23 times for 139 yards and three TDs while also catching all five of his targets for 31 yards and a TD. Gibbs ran wild on the Vikings defense to secure the top seed for the Lions in the playoffs. With RB David Montgomery's status still up in the air, Gibbs will be relied upon throughout the playoffs.
Lions RB Craig Reynolds (back) is active for tonight’s game vs. the Vikings. He was added to the injury report on Friday and listed as questionable but is available to spell RB Jahmyr Gibbs tonight.
Lions RB Craig Reynolds (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday night’s game vs. the Vikings. He was added to the injury report on Friday and did not practice. Reynolds shouldn’t be in your Week 18 fantasy plans, but his absence could mean even more work for RB Jahmyr Gibbs.
Lions LB Alex Anzalone put in a limited practice Wednesday, his first action since fracturing a forearm in Week 11. ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that Anzalone has "a realistic chance" to play Sunday against the Vikings. We'll see whether we get further details on the LB's role ahead of the game. But he'll make for a risky IDP option at best.
Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs ran 18 times for 117 yards and a TD. He also caught four passes for 46 yards. With David Montgomery still injured, Gibbs has taken over as the main RB and will look to run the Lions to victory next week against the Minnesota Vikings to secure the #1 seed.
Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs was predictably busy in Week 16, racking up 154 total yards on 27 touches. He scored his 15th total TD of the season.
Lions WR Jameson Williams posted 5 catches for a team-high 143 yards in Sunday's win over the Bears. He added his sixth TD of the season.
Lions RB David Montgomery is targeting the Divisional Round for his return from an MCL injury, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Detroit will get the NFC's No. 1 seed and a first-round bye if they win out, so Montgomery might end up not missing any playoff games. Although risky, he could be a good pick in playoff fantasy football contests.
Lions S Brian Branch (calf) is active for today's game against the Bears. Use him as planned in your IDP lineups.
Lions S Brian Branch is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears with a calf injury. He put in limited practices Thursday and Friday after missing Wednesday's workout. We'll check his status ahead of the game Sunday.
Lions RB David Montgomery (knee) is hoping to return at some point during the postseason, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. After getting multiple opinions on his injured MCL, Montgomery has opted for rest and rehab instead of surgery. He can still be dropped from all redraft rosters but is back in play at least as a flier in playoff fantasy contests. We'll keep you updated on his progress and a potential return target.
Lions HC Dan Campbell said Monday that RB David Montgomery needs season-ending surgery on the MCL he injured in the Week 15 loss to the Bills. It's a massive blow to a Detroit offense that's fueled by its running game. But Montgomery's absence figures to turn RB Jahmyr Gibbs into a league-winner. In three games without Montgomery last year, Gibbs averaged 18.0 carries, 5.7 targets, and 132 total yards per game.
Lions RB David Montgomery injured his right MCL in Sunday's loss to the Bills and will be out indefinitely. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that it's a tear and that Montgomery might be out through the playoffs. ESPN's Adam Schefter reports it as a sprain but adds that Montgomery will have further testing. Whatever the specific diagnosis and return timeline, it seems a pretty safe bet that Montgomery will miss the rest of the regular season.
Lions DT Alim McNeill left Sunday's loss to the Bills with a right knee injury. HC Dan Campbell said after the game that it "could be season-ending," according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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