As part of Super Wildcard Weekend, the Rams will meet the Lions at Ford Field in Detroit in their first-ever playoff game. Starting on Sunday at 5 p.m. Pacific Time, NBC, Peacock, and Universo will provide coverage.
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notable additions for the Lions
RB Jahmyr Gibbs of Alabama was chosen 12th overall in the current draft: As part of a potent backfield partnership with running back David Montgomery, the all-purpose back has 182 carries for 945 yards and 10 touchdowns, plus 52 carries for 316 yards and one touchdown in his rookie campaign.
TE Sam LaPorta of Iowa was chosen 34th overall in the current draft: For the most receptions by a rookie tight end, LaPorta set a record in the NFL.
Week 18’s top performers
In the Lions’ 30-20 victory over the Vikings, Goff completed 23 of 32 ball attempts for 320 yards and two touchdowns.
With 40 yards and one score on ten carries, Montgomery led Detroit’s rushers, although Gibbs trailed closely behind with 30 yards and one touchdown on thirteen carries.
St. Brown had the most receptions (7 for 144 yards and 1 score) of any Lions wide receiver.
K. Michael Badgley converted all of his three extra point attempts and his lone field goal attempt (39 yards) on special teams, while P. Jake Fox averaged 53.6 yards per punt over the course of five punts.
What to watch for early storylines and how they relate to the Rams
By the time you read this, you’re presumably well-versed in the obvious ones, so we’ll concentrate on those that are particular to the product in use.
The biggest question mark about the Rams defense’s preparation for this game is LaPorta’s possible absence. Head coach of the Lions
Although stopping the run will take precedence, Goff can also make plays in the passing game. In any case, the offense will be very different from what they had planned for this season.
The Lions defense, which saw a major boost recently with the return of defensive lineman Alim McNeill and safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson from injury, will be a formidable opponent for the Rams attack.
