The Detroit Lions continued their red-hot start to the 2025 season with a 37–24 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, marking their fourth straight win. The latest Pro Football Focus (PFF) grades highlight which players stood out and which struggled in another dominant team performance.
Top 5 Offensive Grades
| Rank | Player | Position | Overall Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christian Mahogany | LG | 85.9 |
| 2 | Amon-Ra St. Brown | WR | 85.6 |
| 3 | Penei Sewell | RT | 84.4 |
| 4 | Sam LaPorta | TE | 82.8 |
| 5 | Jahmyr Gibbs | HB | 76.7 |
Top 5 Defensive Grades
| Rank | Player | Position | Overall Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jack Campbell | MLB | 92.8 |
| 2 | Aidan Hutchinson | DE | 91.6 |
| 3 | Al-Quadin Muhammad | RE | 75.5 |
| 4 | Alex Anzalone | WLB | 74.3 |
| 5 | Roy Lopez | DT | 74.0 |
Bottom 5 Offensive Grades
| Rank | Player | Position | Overall Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Giovanni Manu | LT | 42.2 |
| 2 | Brock Wright | TE | 47.8 |
| 3 | Ross Dwelley | TE | 51.3 |
| 4 | Jameson Williams | WR | 56.7 |
| 5 | Tate Ratledge | RG | 62.4 |
Bottom 5 Defensive Grades
| Rank | Player | Position | Overall Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trevor Nowaske | ROLB | 53.3 |
| 2 | Tyler Lacy | DE | 57.6 |
| 3 | Terrion Arnold | CB | 58.2 |
| 4 | Derrick Barnes | WLB | 60.5 |
| 5 | DJ Reader | DT | 62.1 |
The Big Picture
Detroit’s formula for success remains the same: physical dominance on both sides of the line of scrimmage. Jack Campbell and Aidan Hutchinson continue to anchor the defense, while Penei Sewell and Amon-Ra St. Brown lead a balanced, efficient offense. The Lions now sit at 4–1, with their sights set firmly on the top of the NFC.
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