Here’s a look at the Detroit Lions’ Week 1 snap counts against the Arizona Cardinals, along with my observations and thoughts about them.
Quarterbacks
Running backs
Kerryon Johnson: 50 (57%)
C.J. Anderson: 26 (30%)
Nick Bawden: 22 (25%) — 29 special teams snaps (72%)
Ty Johnson: 8 (9%) — 14 (35%)
J.D. McKissic: 5 (6%) — 7 (18%)
Tight ends
T.J. Hockenson: 64 (73%)
Jesse James: 51 (58%) — 5 (12%)
Logan Thomas: 7 (8%) — 27 (68%)
Wide receivers
Offensive tackles
Rick Wagner: 88 (100%)
Taylor Decker: 88 (100%)
Tyrell Crosby: 0 (0%) — 5 (12%)
Guards/centers
Frank Ragnow: 88 (100%)
Joe Dahl: 76 (86%)
Graham Glasgow: 76 (86%)
Kenny Wiggins: 24 (27%)
Observations:
- When the Lions promised not to wear out Kerryon Johnson, they were very clearly telling the truth.