The Detroit Lions preseason got underway with a loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Friday. For the most part, though, these exhibitions have little to do with the points on the scoreboard when the clock hits zero. There are many observers who find a different set of numbers to be much more valuable after the game is over: Pro Football Focus’ player grades.
Let’s take a look at how the Detroit Lions’ defense fared in their first bit of preseason action according to PFF.
Defensive Interior
Top score: Alim McNeill (68.0)
Low score: Jashon Cornell (29.