A crucial element to projecting players in fantasy football is determining their role and the context of the team on which they operate. In this divisional series, we will explore the inner workings of each team. These writeups are loaded with beautiful data visualizations (brought to you by Anthony Amico) that will expose the gears that push these NFL teams forward. When the Week 1 clock strikes kick-off, your coronation as fantasy kings or queens begins. Let’s dive into the Detroit Lions.

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Detroit Lions

Head coach: Matt Patricia

(2018-present; NE DC 2012-2017)

The Lions' season was a tale of two halves last year. During the first eight games of the season, Matthew Stafford had the...

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