The Detroit Lions didn’t just beat the Cleveland Browns on Sunday; they dominated, walking away with a 34–10 victory at Ford Field. While the scoreboard told one story, Pro Football Focus (PFF) grades help give us a deeper look at who stood out and who struggled.
Let’s break down the top and bottom five performers on offense and defense (minimum of 10 snaps).
Top 5 Offensive Players
The Lions’ offensive line and top playmaker led the way in this one, with Penei Sewell once again looking like the anchor of Detroit’s offense.
| Rank | Player | Position | Snaps | PFF Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Penei Sewell | RT | 56 | 80.7 |
| 2 | Amon-Ra St. Brown | LWR | 54 | 70.2 |
| 3 | Graham Glasgow | C | 56 | 70.1 |
| 4 | Jared Goff | QB | 56 | 66.8 |
| 5 | Sam LaPorta | TE | 56 | 62.9 |
Takeaway: Sewell is a rock, Amon-Ra delivered two scores, and Glasgow’s steady play kept things clean inside.
Bottom 5 Offensive Players
On the other end, it was a rough outing for several linemen, while Jameson Williams and David Montgomery struggled to find their rhythm.
| Rank | Player | Position | Snaps | PFF Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christian Mahogany | LG | 60 | 39.4 |
| 2 | Taylor Decker | LT | 56 | 40.4 |
| 3 | David Montgomery | HB | 20 | 44.6 |
| 4 | Tate Ratledge | RG | 60 | 46.5 |
| 5 | Jameson Williams | LWR | 51 | 47.0 |
Takeaway: Ratledge and Mahogany struggled on the interior of the O-Line, which helped lead to a long day for David Montgomery. Decker has not been practicing throughout the week, and the rust showed.
Top 5 Defensive Players
The pass rush and linebackers stole the show. Aidan Hutchinson put up a monster grade, while Jack Campbell looked like a star in the making.
| Rank | Player | Position | Snaps | PFF Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aidan Hutchinson | DRE | 63 | 92.6 |
| 2 | Jack Campbell | MLB | 67 | 89.3 |
| 3 | Al-Quadin Muhammad | DLE | 25 | 86.2 |
| 4 | Trevor Nowaske | ROLB | 13 | 84.6 |
| 5 | D.J. Reed | RCB | 52 | 77.2 |
Takeaway: Hutchinson’s pass-rush grade (94.2) jumps off the page, and Campbell continues to grow into a centerpiece of the defense.
Bottom 5 Defensive Players
A few young corners and depth pieces didn’t grade out as well, reminding us that injuries in the secondary could become a long-term concern.
| Rank | Player | Position | Snaps | PFF Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyleik Williams | DRT | 39 | 49.0 |
| 2 | Terrion Arnold | LCB | 32 | 58.7 |
| 3 | Amik Robertson | SCB | 38 | 59.2 |
| 4 | Patrick O’Connor | RE | 21 | 60 |
| 5 | Roy Lopez | DRT | 40 | 64.7 |
Takeaway: Robertson struggled in spots, and rookie Tyleik Williams is still adjusting. The injuries to Arnold and Reed make these issues even more important moving forward.
The Bottom Line
PFF’s Week 4 grades echo what fans saw on the field: the Lions’ stars carried the day. Hutchinson, Campbell, and Amon-Ra St. Brown made the difference, while Detroit’s offensive line depth and cornerback depth remain question marks. If the Lions can clean up those weaker spots, they’ll be even more dangerous heading into their Week 5 matchup with the Bengals.
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