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Lions Top Fantasy Players
These are the top fantasy football players of the Detroit Lions as ranked by Average Draft Position (ADP) in PPR-format mock drafts.
Data as of August 24, 2026.
| # | Name | Pos | Team | ADP | Bye |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jahmyr Gibbs | RB | DET | 1.02 | 6 |
| 2 | Amon-Ra St. Brown | WR | DET | 1.06 | 6 |
| 3 | Jameson Williams | WR | DET | 4.08 | 6 |
| 4 | Jared Goff | QB | DET | 9.04 | 6 |
| 5 | Sam LaPorta | TE | DET | 9.04 | 6 |
| 6 | Detroit Defense | DEF | DET | 11.10 | 6 |
| 7 | Jake Bates | PK | DET | 13.03 | 6 |
| 8 | Isiah Pacheco | RB | DET | 13.11 | 6 |
| 9 | Isaac TeSlaa | WR | DET | 14.12 | 6 |
Jahmyr Gibbs
Jahmyr Gibbs's current ADP is 1.02, which is the 2nd pick of the 1st round, and 1st selection overall.
Amon-Ra St. Brown
Amon-Ra St. Brown's current ADP is 1.06, which is the 6th pick of the 1st round, and 6th selection overall.
Jameson Williams
Jameson Williams's current ADP is 4.08, which is the 8th pick of the 4th round, and 44th selection overall.
Jared Goff
Jared Goff's current ADP is 9.04, which is the 4th pick of the 9th round, and 99th selection overall.
Sam LaPorta
Sam LaPorta's current ADP is 9.04, which is the 4th pick of the 9th round, and 99th selection overall.
Detroit Defense
Detroit Defense's current ADP is 11.10, which is the 10th pick of the 11th round, and 130th selection overall.
Jake Bates
Jake Bates's current ADP is 13.03, which is the 3rd pick of the 13th round, and 147th selection overall.
Isiah Pacheco
Isiah Pacheco's current ADP is 13.11, which is the 11th pick of the 13th round, and 154th selection overall.
Isaac TeSlaa
Isaac TeSlaa's current ADP is 14.12, which is the 12th pick of the 14th round, and 167th selection overall.
Detroit Lions 2025 Schedule
| Week | Home/Away | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Away | Green Bay Packers |
| 2 | Home | Chicago Bears |
| 3 | Away | Baltimore Ravens |
| 4 | Home | Cleveland Browns |
| 5 | Away | Cincinnati Bengals |
| 6 | Away | Kansas City Chiefs |
| 7 | Home | Tampa Bay Buccaneers |
| 9 | Home | Minnesota Vikings |
| 10 | Away | Washington Commanders |
| 11 | Away | Philadelphia Eagles |
| 12 | Home | New York Giants |
| 13 | Home | Green Bay Packers |
| 14 | Home | Dallas Cowboys |
| 15 | Away | Los Angeles Rams |
| 16 | Home | Pittsburgh Steelers |
| 17 | Away | Minnesota Vikings |
| 18 | Away | Chicago Bears |
Detroit Lions News
Joshua Dobbs, Joshua Dobbs Scores Rushing Touchdown, Coughs Up Two Turnovers in Preseason Action
Detroit Lions quarterback Joshua Dobbs had an up-and-down showing in his team's 17-13 preseason win over the Washington Commanders on Saturday. The 31-year-old completed seven of 12 pass attempts for 74 yards and an interception, rushed for 53 yards and a touchdown, and lost a fumble. Dobbs has only been with the Lions since August 9, as his signing was precipitated by the surprise retirement of quarterback Teddy Bridgewater. While the Lions have a clear QB1 in Jared Goff, the team's backup job is currently up for grabs between Dobbs and undrafted rookie Luke Altmyer. Based on NFL experience, Dobbs would appear to have the edge. The veteran has appeared in 27 games (15 starts) across six pro seasons. Dobbs' last run of extended action came in 2023, when he threw for 2,424 yards, 13 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions across 13 games (12 starts) split between the Arizona Cardinals and Minnesota Vikings.
August 23, 2026 9:34 AM EST
Jackson Meeks, Jackson Meeks Leads Lions in Receiving Yards on Saturday
Detroit Lions tight end Jackson Meeks led his team in receiving yards in preseason action on Saturday, recording four catches for 33 yards on six targets. Meeks spent most of his rookie season in 2025 on the Lions' practice squad, appearing in two games but failing to record a single target. A college wide receiver, Meeks has made the transition to tight end ahead of his second NFL campaign. With star Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (hip) battling a hip injury that could cause him to miss regular-season time, Meeks could have a chance to step into a more prominent role. Detroit has a pair of proven veteran tight ends in Brock Wright and Tyler Conklin, so Meeks may still be a long shot to make the team's 53-man roster coming out of the preseason. Still, the young tight end convert could be a name to watch in deeper leagues.
August 23, 2026 9:13 AM EST
Trayveon Williams, Trayveon Williams Leads Lions Backfield in Preseason Action on Saturday
Detroit Lions running back Trayveon Williams saw heavy usage in his team's second preseason game against the Washington Commanders on Saturday, recording 10 carries for 36 yards and a touchdown. The 28-year-old also logged a 24-yard reception on his only target out of the backfield. Across seven games split between the Los Angeles Chargers and Cleveland Browns in 2025, Williams recorded 91 scrimmage yards on 18 touches. The veteran back has played seven NFL seasons but has done most of his work on special teams, failing to reach 100 yards from scrimmage in all but one campaign. Still, Williams may have a chance to make the Lions' roster out of training camp. Detroit has superstar back Jahmyr Gibbs atop its running back depth chart, but reserve backs Isiah Pacheco (knee) and Sione Vaki (back) are both currently dealing with injuries. It's too early for fantasy managers to add Williams yet, but he could end up being a name to monitor as a handcuff option for Gibbs.
Trayveon Williams player page.
August 23, 2026 9:06 AM EST
Jared Goff, Jared Goff Still Belongs in the QB1 Conversation
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff is learning his fourth offense since arriving in Detroit, and camp hasn't given fantasy managers much reason to worry about this one. Lions senior writer Tim Twentyman has raved about Goff's accuracy and ball placement and said he already has a "great grasp" of Drew Petzing's system. That's coming off 4,564 yards, 34 touchdowns and only eight interceptions in 2025. The weapons aren't the concern either. Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, Jahmyr Gibbs and Sam LaPorta are all back. Goff's fantasy problem is the same as ever: he gives you almost nothing on the ground. He ran 19 times for 45 yards and no touchdowns last year, so his big weeks have to come through the air. Fine when Detroit is throwing like this, less helpful when it isn't. But Petzing was the biggest new variable entering camp, and Goff looks comfortable so far. If you're waiting on quarterback in a one-QB draft, he still belongs in that late QB1 mix.
August 20, 2026 12:12 PM EST
Sam LaPorta, Sam LaPorta Dealing With Hip Injury
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (hip) is dealing with a hip injury he picked up earlier this week, according to Nolan Bianchi. LaPorta was not practicing Thursday, though head coach Dan Campbell said he doesn't think the issue will threaten the start of his season. Campbell stopped short of guaranteeing that, however. LaPorta was limited to nine games last year after a back injury eventually required surgery, finishing with 40 catches for 489 yards and three touchdowns. He spent the offseason rehabbing but was back to full participation when Detroit opened training camp in late July. The new hip issue interrupts what had otherwise been a healthy summer for the fourth-year tight end. Campbell's initial outlook is a positive one for fantasy managers, but LaPorta's progress over the next couple of weeks will determine whether that holds.
August 20, 2026 8:57 AM EST
