Expectations were already high for Amon-Ra St. Brown entering the regular season. With a sparse wide receiver group, many Detroit Lions fans were hoping the fourth-round rookie would slide into the role of WR1. After a modest start to the season, it seemed like those expectations were indeed too lofty for the young receiver.
How things change.
After posting just 27 receptions for 250 yards in his first eight games, St. Brown has developed into the star of the Lions’ offense. In his last five games, he has 57 catches for 451 yards and five touchdowns (including one rushing TD), becoming the go-to guy for Jared Goff and Tim Boyle.