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Detroit Lions 2017 review: Darius Slay blossoms into star, and he had help

The Detroit Lions have wrapped up the 2017 season. Over the next several days, MLive.com will hand out reviews for each of the team's position groups. Previously: Offensive line | Quarterback | Receiver/tight end | Running back | Defensive line | Linebackers

Secondary
Starters: Darius Slay, Nevin Lawson, Quandre Diggs, Glover Quin, Tavon Wilson
Backups: D.J. Hayden, Teez Tabor, Jamal Agnew, Miles Killebrew, Charles Washington, Don Carey, Rolan Milligan
Key stats: 27th against pass; 19 team interceptions, 16 of which were by DBs; 8 were by Slay, a league high; Slay and Quin were both top 10 at their position per PFF; 2 All-Pros
Kyle's grade: B+
Nate's grade: B+
Analysis: They were 27th against the pass, but don't let that fool you.