This season, the Detroit Lions defense hasn’t been quite as good as expected.
Detroit has allowed 23.7 points per game this season, ranking 24th in the NFL, and has been vulnerable to the pass, allowing the 23rd-most passing yards.
The Lions have 34 sacks on the season, which ranks 24th in the NFL.
The Lions, on the other hand, will get a key defensive player back before the end of the season after designating edge rusher James Houston to return off injured reserve.