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Detroit Lions Defense vs Flex (RB/WR/TE)

Fantasy matchup analysis — how many points the Lions allow to flex (rb/wr/te). Updated through the 2025 season. Use this to identify streamers and make start/sit decisions.

9.3
Avg fantasy pts allowed per game to flex (rb/wr/te)
#1 Easiest (Top 5)
NFL defense ranking vs FLEX
281
Games in sample (2024–2025)

Top Targets vs Lions

Players who have historically scored most against the Detroit Lions defense:

#1 Target 🎯
Keenan Allen
IND
26.7
avg pts vs Lions (2 games)
#2 Target
Kyren Williams
LAR
18.1
avg pts vs Lions (2 games)
#3 Target
Puka Nacua
LAR
18.1
avg pts vs Lions (2 games)

Recent Game Log

Last 10 games flex (rb/wr/te) faced the Detroit Lions (2024–2025 seasons):

GamePlayerFantasy Pts
S2026 Wk8 Jauan Jennings
MIN
3.1
S2026 Wk8 Ben Yurosek
MIN
3.4
S2026 Wk8 Justin Jefferson
MIN
14.3
S2026 Wk8 Justin Jefferson
MIN
14.3
S2026 Wk8 Jordan Addison
MIN
11.6
S2026 Wk8 Jordan Mason
MIN
2
S2026 Wk8 Aaron Jones Sr.
MIN
6
S2026 Wk8 T.J. Hockenson
MIN
15.8
S2026 Wk7 Jonnu Smith
GB
1.9
S2026 Wk7 Matthew Golden
GB
9.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Detroit Lions defense good or bad for fantasy flex (rb/wr/te)?
The Detroit Lions allow an average of 9.3 fantasy points per game to flex (rb/wr/te), ranking #1 Easiest (Top 5) among all NFL defenses (281 games sampled, 2024–2025 seasons).
Which flex (rb/wr/te) should I start against the Detroit Lions?
Historically, flex (rb/wr/te) who have scored most against the Detroit Lions: Keenan Allen (26.7 avg pts in 2 games), Kyren Williams (18.1 avg pts in 2 games), Puka Nacua (18.1 avg pts in 2 games). Connect your league to PlayCaller for a roster-specific verdict.
How do I use defense vs position data in fantasy football?
Defense vs position (DVP) data shows how many fantasy points a team has historically allowed to a specific position. High avg pts allowed = easy matchup. Low avg pts allowed = tough matchup. Use it as a tiebreaker when deciding between two similarly-ranked players with different matchups.

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