3. Robertson cornerback reps
The Lions are playing more base defense than they ever have in the Dan Campbell era and that means talented nickel cornerback Amik Robertson has seen his reps decline.
Robertson’s play when he’s on the field warrants more opportunities, but the Lions aren’t going to change up what has been a successful scheme playing more base defense and utilizing the versatility of their linebackers.
The solution is letting Robertson mix in a little bit at outside cornerback. Cornerback Terrion Arnold has had an up-and-down start to his second season, and both Campbell and defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard said this week the plan is to rotate Robertson in some on the outside. What exactly will that look like and how many reps could Robertson get outside?
4. Can pass rush keep rolling?
Detroit had a whopping 34 quarterback pressures, seven sacks and seven quarterback hits against Lamar Jackson and the Ravens Monday night. It was tied for the most sacks the Ravens have ever allowed in a single contest in franchise history.
Detroit now has 11 sacks the last two weeks and are tied with Cleveland for No. 2 in the NFL behind only Denver (12) and the Los Angeles Rams (12). Al-Quadin Muhammad (knee – questionable) had 2.5 sacks against the Ravens and will look to keep his fine play opposite Aidan Hutchinson rolling.
Browns quarterback Joe Flacco, 40, isn’t what you’d consider a mobile quarterback, but he is a savvy vet who is good at getting the ball out of his hands on time. Flacco has taken six sacks in three games.