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Lions vs. Raiders preview

HISTORY

The Lions return home for the beginning of a three-game stretch at Ford Field. First up is Oakland, who’ll be facing Detroit for just the 12th time. Detroit won the last meeting, 28-27, in 2011. Oakland leads the all-time series, 6-5.

BY THE NUMBERS

31.9: Ameer Abdullah’s average per kickoff return, which leads the NFL. The Raiders have allowed two kickoff return touchdowns this season.

6: Amari Cooper and Michael Crabtree’s combined 100-yard receiving performances this year (three each).

24: Plays of 25+ yards for Oakland's offense this season.