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The Detroit Lions’ Week 1 matchup against the Green Bay Packers ended in a disappointing 27-13 loss. Now, the latest Pro Football Focus (PFF) grades have been released, giving us a deeper look at how individual players performed on both sides of the ball.
While there were a few bright spots, including rookie wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa on offense and veteran Al-Quadin Muhammad on defense, much of the roster received middle-of-the-pack or below-average grades, highlighting the struggles that defined Detroit’s season opener.
Offensive Grades
The biggest surprise on offense came from Isaac TeSlaa, who earned a 96.2 overall grade thanks to his highlight-reel one-handed touchdown catch in the final minute. On the line, Penei Sewell and Sam LaPorta also graded out well, though the overall performance of the unit left much to be desired. Quarterback Jared Goff, meanwhile, finished with a disappointing 45.5 overall grade after struggling to push the ball downfield.
| Rank | Player | Snaps | Overall | Passing | Pass Block | Run | Run Block | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Isaac TeSlaa (WR) | 3 | 96.2 | 93.6 | – | – | – | 0 (0) |
| 2 | Penei Sewell (T) | 67 | 70.8 | – | 69.7 | – | 68.4 | 0 (0) |
| 3 | Sam LaPorta (TE) | 61 | 70.6 | 69.4 | 70.2 | – | 61.9 | 0 (0) |
| 4 | Amon-Ra St. Brown | 63 | 69.8 | 69.6 | – | – | 54.7 | 0 (0) |
| 5 | David Montgomery | 25 | 67.8 | 72.0 | – | 65.4 | – | 0 (0) |
| 6 | Jahmyr Gibbs | 44 | 62.2 | 67.6 | 47.5 | 59.6 | 60.0 | 0 (0) |
| 7 | Shane Zylstra (TE) | 6 | 58.1 | 59.3 | – | – | 59.6 | 0 (0) |
| 8 | Tate Ratledge (G) | 67 | 57.5 | – | 39.2 | – | 64.1 | 0 (0) |
| 9 | Kalif Raymond | 44 | 56.4 | 56.2 | – | – | 60.3 | 0 (0) |
| 10 | Taylor Decker (T) | 67 | 55.2 | – | 73.5 | – | 36.6 | 0 (0) |
| 11 | Christian Mahogany | 67 | 54.4 | – | 43.9 | – | 58.1 | 0 (0) |
| 12 | Jameson Williams | 65 | 53.7 | 55.5 | – | 56.6 | 78.5 | 1 (0) |
| 13 | Brock Wright (TE) | 24 | 50.5 | 51.1 | 56.8 | – | 55.0 | 0 (0) |
| 14 | Jared Goff (QB) | 67 | 45.5 | 45.7 | – | 60.0 | – | 0 (0) |
| 15 | Graham Glasgow (C) | 67 | 43.6 | – | 71.9 | – | 34.4 | 0 (0) |
Defensive Grades
Defensively, Al-Quadin Muhammad led the way with an impressive 85.2 grade, bolstered by strong pass-rushing numbers. Brian Branch was also a standout with an 85.1 overall grade, excelling in coverage with a 91.3 mark. On the flip side, cornerback Rock Ya-Sin posted the lowest grade at just 33.4.
| Rank | Player | Snaps | Overall | Run Def | Tackling | Pass Rush | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Al-Quadin Muhammad | 7 | 85.2 | 60.2 | – | 87.6 | – |
| 2 | Brian Branch | 48 | 85.1 | 59.5 | 79.2 | 56.8 | 91.3 |
| 3 | Aidan Hutchinson | 46 | 72.0 | 63.1 | 69.6 | 71.3 | 60.4 |
| 4 | Alex Anzalone | 48 | 70.9 | 70.0 | 80.0 | 50.5 | 68.6 |
| 5 | Amik Robertson | 17 | 70.7 | 66.4 | 74.8 | – | 69.1 |
| 6 | Derrick Barnes | 43 | 69.1 | 64.9 | 76.7 | 68.3 | 62.8 |
| 7 | Jack Campbell | 48 | 67.6 | 67.6 | 82.8 | 50.8 | 64.0 |
| 8 | Kerby Joseph | 48 | 67.5 | 64.8 | 72.6 | – | 64.2 |
| 9 | Terrion Arnold | 23 | 62.7 | 78.4 | 80.0 | – | 54.5 |
| 10 | Khalil Dorsey | 3 | 61.3 | 60.0 | – | – | 60.0 |
| 11 | Roy Lopez | 17 | 57.6 | 54.9 | 66.8 | – | 62.8 |
| 12 | Patrick O’Connor | 14 | 57.1 | 61.3 | – | 53.5 | – |
| 13 | Marcus Davenport | 33 | 55.1 | 61.2 | 72.0 | 62.0 | 60.0 |
| 14 | DJ Reader | 37 | 50.8 | 54.3 | 26.1 | 51.4 | – |
| 15 | Tyleik Williams | 32 | 48.7 | 56.9 | 69.6 | 57.7 | – |
| 16 | D.J. Reed | 48 | 38.0 | 66.9 | 78.9 | – | 30.5 |
| 17 | Rock Ya-Sin | 2 | 33.4 | 60.0 | – | – | 60.0 |
Bottom Line
Week 1 showed just how far the Lions need to go to return to their 2024 form. A handful of players — like TeSlaa, Branch, and Muhammad — stood out, but overall consistency was lacking across the board. For Detroit to get back on track, they’ll need better efficiency on offense and more pressure from their defensive front.
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Jeff Bilbrey
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