The Detroit Lions head into Week 2 with plenty on the line. After falling short in Green Bay in their season opener, Dan Campbell’s team has a chance to reset at home against a Chicago Bears squad still searching for its first win. Injuries have been a storyline for Detroit all week, particularly on the offensive line and in the secondary, but the Lions are still expected to field one of the most balanced starting lineups in the NFC. With Ford Field rocking for the home opener, here’s a look at the projected starters for both sides of the ball as Detroit looks to get back on track.
Offensive Starters (11)
- QB Jared Goff (#16)
- RB Jahmyr Gibbs (#0)
- WR Amon-Ra St. Brown (#14)
- WR Jameson Williams (#1)
- WR Kalif Raymond (#11)
- TE Sam LaPorta (#87)
- LT Taylor Decker (#68)
- LG Christian Mahogany (#73)
- C Graham Glasgow (#60)
- RG Tate Ratledge (#69)
- RT Penei Sewell (#58)
Defensive Starters (11)
- DE Aidan Hutchinson (#97)
- DE Marcus Davenport (#92)
- DT DJ Reader (#98)
- DT Tyleik Williams (#91)
- LB Jack Campbell (#46)
- LB Alex Anzalone (#34)
- LB Derrick Barnes (#55)
- CB Terrion Arnold (#6)
- CB D.J. Reed (#4)
- S Kerby Joseph (#31)
- S Brian Branch (#32)
Key Watch
LT Taylor Decker (Shoulder, Questionable)
S Kerby Joseph (Knee, Questionable)
The Bottom Line
The Lions’ starting lineup shows why this roster is built to contend. The offensive line, even with Taylor Decker questionable, remains the anchor of the offense. On defense, the combination of Aidan Hutchinson, DJ Reader, and rookie Tyleik Williams gives Detroit one of the nastiest fronts in the NFC. Health will be something to monitor, especially with Kerby Joseph still listed as questionable, but if this group plays to its potential, the Lions should have a strong chance to bounce back with a win over Chicago in their home opener.
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