Detroit's defensive end depth has become a strength as Marcus Davenport hits IR and Al-Quadin Muhammad steps in, flashing the ability to rush from edge, nose or 3-tech, and to anchor in the run game. Muhammad's ascent has coaches raving he’s far from “just another guy.”

Tyler Lacy, plucked from Jacksonville, has turned heads in drills and two solid outings, with the staff hinting at strongside edge duties opposite Hutchinson. The Lions bolt together a multi-faceted rotation that keeps the base defense versatile and fresh all season.

Detroit sits among NFL sack leaders (14) and a 10.6% sack rate early in 2025, even with Marcus Davenport on IR. A proposed third‑round swap for Carl Granderson would deepen the edge rotation and free Hutchinson for more one‑on‑one pressure. Campbell’s post‑win game balls highlighted Hutchinson, the D‑line, and D.J. Reed, while Gibbs, St. Brown, LaPorta and Raymond supplied the offense. Next up: Cincinnati.

Ravens offense stays potent, but defense falters as Detroit drops 38 and 426 yards in a 38-27 win. Goff’s 202 passing yards pairing with Gibbs and Montgomery’s 218 rushing yards highlights Detroit’s balance. Baltimore sits at 1-2 despite 111 points in three games, the highest scoring total for a 1-2 club. Injuries to Jaire Alexander, Nnamdi Madubuike, and Kyle Van Noy leave the unit vulnerable until they return.

Marcus Davenport’s IR designation leaves Detroit thinner at edge rush. In Week 3 at Baltimore, four Lions are listed as questionable but active—Jack Campbell, D.J. Reed, Kerby Joseph and Taylor Decker—while Mekhi Wingo, Chris Smith, Thomas Harper, Kingsley Eguakun and Craig Reynolds are out. John Morton stressed playing to the lines’ strengths and cleaning up communication, with Tate Ratledge showing steady interior progress as Detroit eyes a sharper, faster run game against a tough Ravens front.

The Packers opener exposed line miscommunications, but Ratledge's recent consistency is a bright sign. If Decker anchors left tackle and the run scheme aligns with personnel, Detroit’s offense can sustain drives and keep Ravens’ attack off balance while the defense attempts to generate pressure without Davenport.