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5 Things to Watch in Detroit Lions Preseason Opener

5. Taylor Decker and Riley Reiff

Detroit has a new tackle combination with first-round pick Taylor Decker manning the left side and longtime starter Riley Reiff sliding from that LT spot to the right side. Reiff has impressed all camp and Decker has received generally positive reviews, too. This time it’s different as the Steelers bring a creative and nasty pass rush attack from an unfamiliar 3-4 formation. Decker will likely get at least one series against James Harrison. I want to see confidence from both tackles, but also improvement in the run blocking. If Reiff could break a facemask or two like he’s done in practice sessions, that would send a positive message.