DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Lions (12-5) are set to face off against the Los Angeles Rams (10-7) in the Wild Card round of the 2023-24 playoffs. While there haven’t been many changes to the roster since last week, a few injuries could force the Lions to consider their depth options in certain positions.
To provide a comprehensive look at the Lions’ current depth chart, we have created an easy-to-access resource with links to important articles. Each player’s number is listed next to their name, with projected starters in bold and injured players in italics. Rookie players are marked with an asterisk*.
With the recent announcement of this year’s Pro Bowl and All-Pro teams, we have also included the designation (PB) after the name of each Pro Bowler. Additionally, Pro Bowl alternates are identified with (PB-A#), with the number indicating their level of alternate. First-team All-Pro players are recognized as AP1, while second-team All-Pro players are noted as AP2.
At the quarterback position, the Lions have Jared Goff (16) as the projected starter, who is a Pro Bowl alternate (PB-A2). Teddy Bridgewater (10) and Hendon Hooker* (12) are also on the depth chart.
In the running back/fullback position, the Lions have four players listed.
At wide receiver, there are five players, with one currently injured.
The tight end position features three players, with one player injured.
On the offensive line, there are eight players listed as starters, with two reserves.
In the interior defensive line, there are five players.
The EDGE rushers position has six players, including Pro Bowler Aidan Hutchinson (97), and one player who is currently questionable due to illness.
The off-the-ball linebacker position has six players, with Pro Bowl alternate Alex Anzalone (34) as the projected starter.
At cornerback, there are four players listed, including one currently injured.
There are three players in the star/nickelback position.
The safety position includes four players.
The kicking team consists of three players.
Finally, the kick/punt returners and kick coverage specialists are also listed.
Overall, this at-a-glance projected depth chart provides a comprehensive overview of the Detroit Lions’ current roster and depth options. As they prepare for their Wild Card playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams, the Lions will need to make strategic decisions to navigate through the challenges posed by injuries and maintain the strength of their lineup.