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Magnificent 7: Kerryon Johnson, Teo Redding among Lions to watch

Matt Patricia explains what he's looking for in the Detroit Lions' exhibition opener vs. the Oakland Raiders on Thursday. Recorded Wednesday, Aug. 8. Dave Birkett, Detroit Free Press

The Lions open the preseason Friday against the Oakland Raiders. Starters aren’t expected to play much if at all, but here are seven players who should get plenty of work that I’ll be keeping an eye on..

RB Kerryon Johnson

Johnson may very well end up being a starter, but the rookie second-round pick needs reps for now and he said Tuesday that he expects to play against the Raiders.