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Detroit Lions Defense vs Wide Receivers

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

9.9
Avg fantasy pts allowed per game to wide receivers
#1 Easiest (Top 5)
NFL defense ranking vs WR
110
Games in sample (2024–2025)

Top Targets vs Lions

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

#1 Target 🎯
Keenan Allen
26.7
avg pts vs Lions (2 games)
#2 Target
Puka Nacua
LAR
18.1
avg pts vs Lions (2 games)
#3 Target
CeeDee Lamb
DAL
17.1
avg pts vs Lions (2 games)

Recent Game Log

Last 10 games wide receivers faced the Detroit Lions (2024–2025 seasons):

GamePlayerFantasy Pts
S2025 Wk18 Kalif Raymond
CHI
8.2
S2025 Wk18 Jahdae Walker
CHI
11.6
S2025 Wk18 Scotty Miller
CHI
2.9
S2025 Wk18 Luther Burden
CHI
7.5
S2025 Wk17 Justin Jefferson
MIN
7
S2025 Wk17 Jordan Addison
MIN
12.5
S2025 Wk17 Justin Jefferson
MIN
7
S2025 Wk17 Jauan Jennings
MIN
12.2
S2025 Wk16 DK Metcalf
PIT
8.2
S2025 Wk16 Adam Thielen
UNK
8.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Detroit Lions defense good or bad for fantasy wide receivers?
The Detroit Lions allow an average of 9.9 fantasy points per game to wide receivers, ranking #1 Easiest (Top 5) among all NFL defenses (110 games sampled, 2024–2025 seasons).
Which wide receivers should I start against the Detroit Lions?
Historically, wide receivers who have scored most against the Detroit Lions: Keenan Allen (26.7 avg pts in 2 games), Puka Nacua (18.1 avg pts in 2 games), CeeDee Lamb (17.1 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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