Detroit Lions at Green Bay Packers Game Preview

Implied Score

Detroit Lions 24, Green Bay Packers 22

Detroit Lions

WkOppDayPFPASUPSATSOUTotal
1@KCThu2120W (+1)4.5W (+5.5)52.5U (-11.5)
2SEASun3137L (-6)-4.5L (-10.5)47.0O (+21)
3ATLSun206W (+14)-3.0W (+11)47.0U (-21)
4@GBThu2422-1.545.5
5CARSun
6@TBSun
7@BALSun
8LVMon
9Bye
10@LACSun
11CHISun
12GBThu
13@NOSun
14@CHISun
15DENSun
16@MINSun
17@DALSat
18MINSun

Green Bay Packers

WkOppDayPFPASUPSATSOUTotal
1@CHISun3820W (+18)1.0W (+19)43.0O (+15)
2@ATLSun2425L (-1)1.5W (+0.5)40.0O (+9)
3NOSun1817W (+1)-1.0P41.5U (-6.5)
4DETThu22241.545.5
5@LVMon
6Bye
7@DENSun
8MINSun
9LARSun
10@PITSun
11LACSun
12@DETThu
13KCSun
14@NYGMon
15TBSun
16@CARSun
17@MINSun
18CHISun

Quarterback

Fantasy Points Allowed By Green Bay Packers
WkOppResultPlayerFPtsRankSnapsPassingRushingFL
1@CHIW 38-20J. Fields19.7QB1574 (100.0%)24-37 (64.9%) 216-1-19-59 (6.56), 01
2@ATLL 24-25D. Ridder24.8QB1082 (100.0%)19-32 (59.4%) 237-1-110-39 (3.90), 10
3NOW 18-17D. Carr9.2QB2733 (54.1%)13-18 (72.2%) 103-1-0-0

Jared Goff

Rank QB #18

Gamelog Stats
WkOppResultFPtsRankSnapsPassingRushingFL
1@KCW 21-2016.6QB1870 (100.0%)22-35 (62.9%) 253-1-05--1 (-0.20), 00
2SEAL 31-3727.2QB566 (100.0%)28-35 (80.0%) 323-3-1-0
3ATLW 20-621.5QB1370 (100.0%)22-33 (66.7%) 243-1-15-3 (0.60), 10
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  • Jared Goff A Borderline QB1 Against Packers

    Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff has thrown for 819 yards, five touchdowns, and two interceptions through three games this year. For what it's worth, he's also rushed for a touchdown. He is the overall fantasy QB10 thus far and has plenty of upside in any matchup due to his high-powered offense. That said, pure pocket passers usually need at least two touchdowns to pay off in fantasy football. Against the Green Bay Packers, who have allowed the 14th-most fantasy points to the position, two touchdowns are well within his range of outcomes. It's worth noting Jaire Alexander (back) could miss this game.

    Sep 27 · Source via
  • History versus Green Bay Packers
    SeasonWkResultFPtsSnapsPassingRushingFL
    2020DPL 18-3213.353 (100.0%)21-27 (77.8%) 174-1-01-6 (6.00), 00
    20212L 17-3523.957 (100.0%)26-36 (72.2%) 246-2-14-46 (11.50), 01
    202118W 37-3019.958 (98.3%)21-30 (70.0%) 238-2-0-0
    20229W 15-913.862 (100.0%)14-26 (53.8%) 137-2-11--1 (-1.00), 00
    202218W 20-1611.762 (100.0%)23-34 (67.6%) 224-0-02-5 (2.50), 00
    Fantasy Points Allowed By Detroit Lions
    WkOppResultPlayerFPtsRankSnapsPassingRushingFL
    1@KCW 21-20P. Mahomes22.8QB665 (100.0%)21-39 (53.8%) 226-2-16-45 (7.50), 00
    2SEAL 31-37G. Smith26.4QB872 (100.0%)32-41 (78.0%) 328-2-03-20 (6.67), 00
    3ATLW 20-6D. Ridder10.4QB3067 (100.0%)21-38 (55.3%) 201-0-02-3 (1.50), 01

    Jordan Love

    Rank QB #16

    Gamelog Stats
    WkOppResultFPtsRankSnapsPassingRushingFL
    1@CHIW 38-2025.5QB355 (91.7%)15-27 (55.6%) 245-3-03-12 (4.00), 00
    2@ATLL 24-2521.9QB1550 (100.0%)14-25 (56.0%) 151-3-02-23 (11.50), 00
    3NOW 18-1725.9QB779 (100.0%)22-44 (50.0%) 259-1-19-39 (4.33), 10
    Latest News Item
  • Jordan Love A Streaming Option On Thursday Night

    Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love will face the division rival Detroit Lions on Thursday night. Through three weeks, the Packers starting quarterback has thrown seven touchdowns and is the QB4 overall for fantasy. Doing all this without his top target, Christian Watson (hamstring), and no Aaron Jones (hamstring) the past two weeks is nothing short of impressive. The 24-year-old will potentially have both players back this week for a decent fantasy matchup against Detroit. The Lions are middle of the pack against fantasy quarterbacks, making Love a solid streaming option for those in need.

    Sep 27 · Source via
  • History versus Detroit Lions
    SeasonWkResultFPtsSnapsPassingRushingFL
    20212W 35-17-0.33 (4.6%)0-0 (-%) 0-0-03--3 (-1.00), 00
    202118L 30-378.637 (54.4%)10-17 (58.8%) 134-1-21--1 (-1.00), 00
    20229L 9-150.0-0-0 (-%) 0-0-0-0
    202218L 16-200.0-0-0 (-%) 0-0-0-0

    Running Back

    Fantasy Points Allowed By Green Bay Packers
    WkOppResultPlayerFPtsRankSnapsRushingReceivingFL
    1@CHIW 38-20R. Johnson14.5RB829 (39.2%)5-20 (4.00), 17-6-35 (5.8), 00
    2@ATLL 24-25B. Robinson19.2RB959 (72.0%)19-124 (6.53), 05-4-48 (12.0), 00
    3NOW 18-17T. Jones7.2RB2430 (49.2%)8-31 (3.88), 04-4-21 (5.3), 00

    Jahmyr Gibbs

    Rank RB #22

    Gamelog Stats
    WkOppResultFPtsRankSnapsRushingReceivingFL
    1@KCW 21-207.0RB3619 (27.1%)7-42 (6.00), 02-2-18 (9.0), 00
    2SEAL 31-379.1RB1932 (48.5%)7-17 (2.43), 09-7-39 (5.6), 00
    3ATLW 20-68.7RB2442 (60.0%)17-80 (4.71), 02-1-2 (2.0), 00
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  • Jahmyr Gibbs Could Be In Line For Big Workload

    Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs handled 18 touches last week in the absence of David Montgomery (thigh). He turned 17 carries into 80 yards and one reception into two yards. It wasn't a massive fantasy performance, but it was promising to see him operate as a workhorse, despite speculation that Craig Reynolds could eat into his workload significantly. If Montgomery, who is questionable against the Green Packers, misses Week 4, Gibbs is a must-start in all formats based on his projected touch total. The Packers have allowed the 11th-most fantasy points to running back thus far, so Gibbs would have RB1 upside. If Montgomery plays and sees a normal workload, Gibbs becomes a risky flex option once again.

    Sep 27 · Source via
  • Fantasy Points Allowed By Detroit Lions
    WkOppResultPlayerFPtsRankSnapsRushingReceivingFL
    1@KCW 21-20I. Pacheco7.4RB2931 (47.7%)8-23 (2.88), 04-4-31 (7.8), 00
    2SEAL 31-37K. Walker III17.9RB1344 (61.1%)17-43 (2.53), 22-1-11 (11.0), 00
    3ATLW 20-6B. Robinson8.0RB2254 (80.6%)10-33 (3.30), 06-4-27 (6.8), 00

    Aaron Jones

    Rank RB #14

    Gamelog Stats
    WkOppResultFPtsRankSnapsRushingReceivingFL
    1@CHIW 38-2025.7RB128 (46.7%)9-41 (4.56), 14-2-86 (43.0), 10
    2@ATLL 24-250.0 ----0
    3NOW 18-170.0 ----0
    Latest News Item
  • Aaron Jones Officially Questionable For TNF

    Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones (hamstring) is being listed as questionable ahead of Thursday night's game against the Detroit Lions. Jones has missed the last two weeks dealing with a hamstring injury and the fact the Packers are playing on Thursday makes him truly questionable this week. The veteran ball carrier was dynamic in the only game he's played this year, carrying the ball nine times for 41 yards and a score and hauling in 2-of-4 targets for 86 yards and another touchdown through the air back in Week 1. If he missed a third straight week on Thursday then AJ Dillon would continue to lead the Packers' backfield. If Jones suits up, he's likely to be on a snap count and would check in as a low-end RB2. Dillon is more of an RB3 even if Jones doesn't play.

    Sep 27 · Source via
  • History versus Detroit Lions
    SeasonWkResultFPtsSnapsRushingReceivingFL
    20202W 42-2143.635 (47.9%)18-168 (9.33), 28-4-68 (17.0), 10
    202014W 31-248.547 (70.1%)15-69 (4.60), 03-2-6 (3.0), 00
    20212W 35-1738.545 (69.2%)17-67 (3.94), 16-6-48 (8.0), 30
    202118L 30-370.0---0
    20229L 9-155.530 (40.5%)9-25 (2.78), 02-2-20 (10.0), 00
    202218L 16-208.333 (55.0%)12-48 (4.00), 04-3-20 (6.7), 01

    AJ Dillon

    Rank RB #39

    Gamelog Stats
    WkOppResultFPtsRankSnapsRushingReceivingFL
    1@CHIW 38-204.6RB4229 (48.3%)13-19 (1.46), 03-2-17 (8.5), 00
    2@ATLL 24-256.8RB3334 (68.0%)15-55 (3.67), 01-1-8 (8.0), 00
    3NOW 18-173.3RB5741 (51.9%)11-33 (3.00), 0-0
    Latest News Item
  • AJ Dillon An Easy Fade In Week 4

    Green Bay Packers running back AJ Dillon will take on the division-rival Detroit Lions on Thursday night. The 25-year-old has been incredibly underwhelming to start the season despite not having Aaron Jones (hamstring) in the past two weeks. Jones has a shot to play this week after being listed as questionable on the final injury report. Typically, Dillon would be a potential flex option with Jones active in a matchup against Detroit. However, the Lions' defense against the run in 2023 has been great, allowing just 13 points per game to the position. Even if Jones sits, the Packers' No. 2 back has done nothing with his increased role to give fantasy managers confidence in flexing him. Dillon is an easy fade in Week 4.

    Sep 27 · Source via
  • History versus Detroit Lions
    SeasonWkResultFPtsSnapsRushingReceivingFL
    20202W 42-211.77 (9.6%)5-17 (3.40), 0-0
    20212W 35-173.119 (29.2%)5-18 (3.60), 01-1-8 (8.0), 00
    202118L 30-377.237 (54.4%)14-63 (4.50), 01-1-4 (4.0), 00
    20229L 9-155.449 (66.2%)11-34 (3.09), 04-2-10 (5.0), 00
    202218L 16-203.331 (51.7%)9-33 (3.67), 03-0-0 (-), 00

    Wide Receiver

    Fantasy Points Allowed By Green Bay Packers
    WkOppResultPlayerFPtsRankSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    1@CHIW 38-20D. Mooney13.3WR2062 (83.8%)7-4-53 (13.3), 1-0
    2@ATLL 24-25D. London15.7WR2067 (81.7%)7-6-67 (11.2), 1-0
    3NOW 18-17C. Olave14.4WR1649 (80.3%)11-8-104 (13.0), 0-0

    Amon-Ra St. Brown

    Rank WR #7

    Gamelog Stats
    WkOppResultFPtsRankSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    1@KCW 21-2016.1WR1166 (94.3%)9-6-71 (11.8), 1-0
    2SEAL 31-3713.2WR3449 (74.2%)7-6-102 (17.0), 0-1
    3ATLW 20-614.7WR1266 (94.3%)11-9-102 (11.3), 01-4 (4.00), 00
    Latest News Item
  • Amon-Ra St. Brown Draws 12 Targets In Win

    Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown caught nine of his 12 targets for 102 yards in the 20-6 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. It was the ninth time St. Brown has seen at least 10 targets since the start of last season. Needless to say, he continues to be a must-start fantasy asset and has one of the highest weekly floors in all of fantasy football. He'll look to continue his dominance against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday Night Football in Week 4.

    Sep 24 · Source via
  • History versus Green Bay Packers
    SeasonWkResultFPtsSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    20212L 17-353.334 (59.6%)5-3-18 (6.0), 0-0
    202118W 37-3020.956 (94.9%)10-8-109 (13.6), 11-12 (12.00), 00
    20229W 15-97.560 (96.8%)9-4-55 (13.8), 0-0
    202218W 20-167.953 (85.5%)9-6-49 (8.2), 0-0

    Josh Reynolds

    Rank WR #70

    Gamelog Stats
    WkOppResultFPtsRankSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    1@KCW 21-2010.0WR3049 (70.0%)7-4-80 (20.0), 0-0
    2SEAL 31-3721.1WR953 (80.3%)6-5-66 (13.2), 2-0
    3ATLW 20-60.0 -54 (77.1%)--0
    Latest News Item
  • Josh Reynolds A Week 4 Bounceback Candidate

    Detroit Lions wide receiver Josh Reynolds had a productive first two games, catching nine passes for 146 yards and two touchdowns. He was questionable with a groin injury heading into the Week 3 matchup with the Atlanta Falcons but was ultimately active. Unfortunately, the veteran wideout did not see a target, despite playing 70% of the team's offensive snaps. While he is now a much riskier flex option after the zero-point fantasy day, he should bounce back as he gets further removed from the groin ailment. The Green Bay Packers are a tough matchup for wideouts (nine-fewest fantasy points allowed), but great offenses usually produce. Considering him a low-end flex candidate for Thursday's night game.

    Sep 27 · Source via
  • History versus Green Bay Packers
    SeasonWkResultFPtsSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    2020DPL 18-328.053 (100.0%)4-3-65 (21.7), 0-0
    202118W 37-301.649 (83.1%)3-1-11 (11.0), 0-0
    20229W 15-90.0---0
    202218W 20-162.125 (40.3%)2-1-16 (16.0), 0-0

    Kalif Raymond

    Rank WR #78

    Gamelog Stats
    WkOppResultFPtsRankSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    1@KCW 21-202.5WR8619 (27.1%)1-1-20 (20.0), 0-0
    2SEAL 31-3711.6WR3628 (42.4%)3-2-46 (23.0), 11-11 (11.00), 00
    3ATLW 20-67.5WR4925 (35.7%)6-4-55 (13.8), 0-0
    Latest News Item
  • Kalif Raymond Scores Long Touchdown In Week 2

    Detroit Lions wide receiver Kalif Raymond caught two passes for 46 yards and a touchdown in the team's overtime loss to the Seattle Seahawks. His first catch of the afternoon went for 36 yards and the score. The 29-year-old only saw three targets in the contest. Raymond sits behind Amon-Ra St. Brown, Josh Reynolds, and Marvin Jones Jr. on the depth chart and doesn't play a majority of the snaps. He will continue to make splash plays throughout the season, just as he has done since arriving in Detroit, but can't be trusted in fantasy football on a week-to-week basis. The Lions will host the Atlanta Falcons in Week 3.

    Sep 18 · Source via
  • History versus Green Bay Packers
    SeasonWkResultFPtsSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    202016L 14-400.07 (12.7%)1-0-0 (-), 0-0
    20212L 17-352.836 (63.2%)2-2-18 (9.0), 0-0
    202118W 37-3018.142 (71.2%)5-4-101 (25.3), 11-13 (13.00), 00
    20229W 15-93.259 (95.2%)3-3-17 (5.7), 0-0
    202218W 20-168.623 (37.1%)6-4-66 (16.5), 0-0
    Fantasy Points Allowed By Detroit Lions
    WkOppResultPlayerFPtsRankSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    1@KCW 21-20R. Rice10.4WR3420 (30.8%)5-3-29 (9.7), 11--3 (-3.00), 00
    2SEAL 31-37T. Lockett21.9WR661 (84.7%)10-8-59 (7.4), 2-0
    3ATLW 20-6D. London4.1WR7862 (92.5%)6-2-31 (15.5), 0-0

    Jayden Reed

    Rank WR #40

    Gamelog Stats
    WkOppResultFPtsRankSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    1@CHIW 38-205.8WR5832 (53.3%)5-2-48 (24.0), 01--2 (-2.00), 00
    2@ATLL 24-2517.7WR1928 (56.0%)8-4-37 (9.3), 2-0
    3NOW 18-177.8WR5052 (65.8%)7-3-63 (21.0), 0-0
    Latest News Item
  • Jayden Reed May Lose Snaps In Week 4

    Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed will face the division-rival Detroit Lions on Thursday night. While the rookie has played the No. 2 wide receiver role to open the season due to Christian Watson (hamstring) missing time, that run could come to an end Thursday night. Watson is listed as questionable for the game, but all signs point to the second-year receiver making his 2023 debut. This would push Reed to play primarily as a slot receiver and be often left off the field in two wide receiver sets. Averaging just over six targets per game so far, it will be interesting to see how quarterback Jordan Love distributes the ball with Watson active. Couple all of this with a tough matchup against a Detroit defense that allows the 12th-fewest fantasy points per game to receivers, and it would be better to bench Reed in Week 4 in favor of a better option.

    Sep 27 · Source via
  • Romeo Doubs

    Rank WR #47

    Gamelog Stats
    WkOppResultFPtsRankSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    1@CHIW 38-2016.6WR1329 (48.3%)5-4-26 (6.5), 2-0
    2@ATLL 24-254.0WR8238 (76.0%)3-2-30 (15.0), 0-0
    3NOW 18-1715.8WR1768 (86.1%)12-5-73 (14.6), 1-0
    Latest News Item
  • Romeo Doubs A Risky Flex Option Against Detroit

    Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs will face off against the division-rival Detroit Lions on Thursday night. After leading the team in targets by a wide margin last week and catching the game-winning touchdown to bring his total to three on the season, the second-year receiver will potentially have to contend with former first-round pick Christian Watson (hamstring). The Packers top receiver has not made his 2023 debut due to the injury, but all signs point to him playing in Week 4. While Doubs will no longer see the top coverage from the Detroit defense, the added target competition makes him a riskier flex option. The Lions allow just the 12th-fewest fantasy points per game to the position, and on a short week, the game could be a low-scoring affair. Consider the 23-year-old a volatile flex option with Watson active and a much more reliable one if he sits for the fourth week in a row.

    Sep 27 · Source via
  • History versus Detroit Lions
    SeasonWkResultFPtsSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    20229L 9-152.31 (1.4%)1-1-18 (18.0), 0-0
    202218L 16-200.023 (38.3%)2-0-0 (-), 0-0

    Tight End

    Fantasy Points Allowed By Green Bay Packers
    WkOppResultPlayerFPtsRankSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    1@CHIW 38-20C. Kmet6.9TE672 (97.3%)7-5-44 (8.8), 01-0 (0.00), 00
    2@ATLL 24-25J. Smith6.7TE1855 (67.1%)6-4-47 (11.8), 0-0
    3NOW 18-17J. Graham7.3TE1917 (27.9%)1-1-8 (8.0), 1-0

    Sam LaPorta

    Rank TE #5

    Gamelog Stats
    WkOppResultFPtsRankSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    1@KCW 21-206.4TE858 (82.9%)5-5-39 (7.8), 0-0
    2SEAL 31-378.8TE854 (81.8%)6-5-63 (12.6), 0-0
    3ATLW 20-618.4TE152 (74.3%)11-8-84 (10.5), 1-0
    Latest News Item
  • Sam LaPorta A Must-Start Fantasy Tight End

    Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is the fantasy TE2 overall after posting 18 receptions for 186 yards and a touchdown through his first three NFL games. He delivered a big-time performance in Week 3 against the Atlanta Falcons with eight receptions for 84 yards and a score. Given the scarcity at the tight end position, this early production already qualifies him as a must-start option. Though the Green Bay Packers haven't allowed much to tight ends thus far, LaPorta is no worse than the No. 3 option in Detroit's high-powered passing offense. His upside far outweighs the risk of regression. Start him with confidence moving forward.

    Sep 27 · Source via
  • Fantasy Points Allowed By Detroit Lions
    WkOppResultPlayerFPtsRankSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    1@KCW 21-20B. Bell8.2TE726 (40.0%)3-2-12 (6.0), 1-0
    2SEAL 31-37N. Fant7.6TE1534 (47.2%)4-4-56 (14.0), 0-0
    3ATLW 20-6K. Pitts6.6TE1552 (77.6%)9-5-41 (8.2), 01--4 (-4.00), 00

    Luke Musgrave

    Rank TE #15

    Gamelog Stats
    WkOppResultFPtsRankSnapsReceivingRushingFL
    1@CHIW 38-206.5TE1345 (75.0%)4-3-50 (16.7), 0-0
    2@ATLL 24-253.5TE3744 (88.0%)3-2-25 (12.5), 0-0
    3NOW 18-177.9TE1068 (86.1%)8-6-49 (8.2), 0-0
    Latest News Item
  • Luke Musgrave A Top Streaming Option In Week 4

    Green Bay Packers tight end Luke Musgrave will take on the division-rival Detroit Lions on Thursday night. The rookie has played more than 85% of snaps the past two weeks and earned eight targets last week against the New Orleans Saints. The potential return of Christian Watson (hamstring) could make quarterback Jordan Love spread the ball around more. However, Musgrave has far too good of a matchup to pass up starting him over plenty of other options. The Detroit defense has allowed the third-most fantasy points per game to the tight end position and has given up 263 yards in total through three weeks. For context, the next closest team is the New York Giants, who have given up 189 yards. The Lions' defense has been much better against running backs and receivers this year than it has been in the past but at the cost of allowing tight ends to feast in the middle of the field. Musgrave is a top-tier streamer in Week 4.

    Sep 27 · Source via
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