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Detroit Lions Defense vs Running Backs

Fantasy matchup analysis — how many points the Lions allow to running backs. Updated through the 2025 season. Use this to identify streamers and make start/sit decisions.

9.3
Avg fantasy pts allowed per game to running backs
#1 Easiest (Top 5)
NFL defense ranking vs RB
77
Games in sample (2024–2025)

Top Targets vs Lions

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

#1 Target 🎯
Kyren Williams
LAR
18.1
avg pts vs Lions (2 games)
#2 Target
Josh Jacobs
GB
16.3
avg pts vs Lions (5 games)
#3 Target
Javonte Williams
DAL
9.7
avg pts vs Lions (2 games)

Recent Game Log

Last 10 games running backs faced the Detroit Lions (2024–2025 seasons):

GamePlayerFantasy Pts
S2026 Wk8 Jordan Mason
MIN
2
S2026 Wk8 Aaron Jones Sr.
MIN
6
S2026 Wk7 Josh Jacobs
GB
20.1
S2026 Wk7 MarShawn Lloyd
GB
5.5
S2026 Wk5 Tyler Allgeier
ARI
3.6
S2026 Wk5 Jeremiyah Love
ARI
2.2
S2026 Wk4 Chuba Hubbard
CAR
25.9
S2026 Wk4 AJ Dillon
CAR
1.7
S2026 Wk3 Braelon Allen
NYJ
4.7
S2026 Wk3 Breece Hall
NYJ
8.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Detroit Lions defense good or bad for fantasy running backs?
The Detroit Lions allow an average of 9.3 fantasy points per game to running backs, ranking #1 Easiest (Top 5) among all NFL defenses (77 games sampled, 2024–2025 seasons).
Which running backs should I start against the Detroit Lions?
Historically, running backs who have scored most against the Detroit Lions: Kyren Williams (18.1 avg pts in 2 games), Josh Jacobs (16.3 avg pts in 5 games), Javonte Williams (9.7 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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