Detroit Lions Week 5 inactive list features Taylor Decker, Kingsley Eguakun, Khalil Dorsey, Sione Vaki, Zach Cunningham, Mekhi Wingo and Chris Smith. With Decker out, Giovanni Manu could slot in at left tackle as he’s shown readiness and mentorship from Decker and the OL staff. Penei Sewell continues to anchor an OL that hasn’t allowed a sack in three straight games, a stabilizing factor for Detroit’s offense. Manu emphasizes preparation and playing when called, a mindset that could influence the outing in Cincinnati.

Morton lauds Sewell’s craft as contagious for younger linemates, and the Lions will lean on the rookie’s readiness to offset Decker’s absence. The matchup against Cincinnati will test the depth behind Decker and could tilt opportunities for Detroit’s skill players if the line remains stout and protection stays clean. This situation remains a key fantasy lever for Week 5.

Fantasy takeaway: monitor Manu’s potential start and Sewell’s continued impact as Detroit battles for pass protection stability. If Manu starts, expect run-game refinements and similar pass-protection efficiency, keeping Jared Goff and company in a favorable position for a productive Week 5.

Amon-Ra St. Brown surges as Detroit’s 1st-quarter offensive MVP through four games, piling 307 yards on 27 receptions with 6 touchdowns and driving a high-octane attack beside Jared Goff. The streaky breakouts and Morton’s play-calling have Lions fans buzzing, while Sewell remains a pro’s pick for impact but the fantasy narrative centers on St. Brown’s target tide and clutch-landing plays.

With the Lions atop the NFC North after a hot stretch, the offense looks cohesive and explosive against top defenses. St. Brown’s chemistry with Goff anchors a lineup with multiple weapons, making him the season-long focal point for fantasy managers. The question remains: will this pace hold as defenses adjust, or will others join the fold as buy-low/high-sell candidates?

Bottom line for fantasy: St. Brown is the driver right now, but keep an eye on matchups and the evolving balance of Detroit’s attack as the schedule tightens.

Jared Goff steered Detroit to a third straight win with a measured, on-schedule offensive game. He went 16-of-27 for two TDs and an INT, while the line stifled Myles Garrett and kept the attack moving. Amon-Ra St. Brown touched the ball twice in the end zone, Kalif Raymond provided a pivotal punt-return spark, and the defense/teams unit contributed to a 34-10 win that showcased Detroit’s complementary strengths.

The Lions leaned on their bolstered O-line, with Decker and Sewell handling Garrett and enabling a steady rhythm for Goff and the playmakers. Williams flashed potential but wasn’t the primary target, while LaPorta’s miscue was tempered by adjustments. For fantasy, the mix remains solid: St. Brown remains a stable weekly threat, Raymond a deep-outlet with special-teams upside, and the offensive line a big reason for continued efficiency.