The Oakland Raiders are hoping to get their running defense back on track this week after a two-week implosion. The Detroit Lions may do their part to help Oakland in this area.
The Lions are, by far, the worst running team in the NFL. They are averaging just 66.9 yards a game on the ground and are on pace to have the second-lowest average since the 1970 merger, according to the Associated Press.
However, the Raiders have been gashed on the ground in recent weeks. After entering Week 9 as the No. 2 team in the NFL against the run, Oakland allowed a combined 458 yards to Pittsburgh and Minnesota.