Ennis Rakestraw criticizes PFF's low grade after Lions loss to Bengals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 3:01 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Detroit Lions cornerback Ennis Rakestraw received a team-low grade of 29.3 from Pro Football Focus following the Lions' preseason opener against the Cincinnati Bengals on August 15. Rakestraw disagreed with the evaluation, stating it lacked context for his defensive assignments, particularly in zone coverage. Despite this setback, he emphasized his determination to improve and acknowledged the importance of accurate performance assessment by the coaching staff. The Lions are set to review game footage before their next preseason matchup.
- •Rakestraw received a 29.3 overall grade from PFF.
- •The Lions lost 16-14 to the Bengals in their preseason opener.
- •Rakestraw aims to improve his play following public criticism.
- •Coaching staff evaluations will be crucial for his role in the season.
- •Rakestraw made it through the preseason opener after injury setbacks last year.
- 3:01 AMYahoo Sports — Ennis Rakestraw Puts Pro Football Focus on BLAST
"Lions cornerback Ennis Rakestraw ripped PFF after receiving a team-low 29.3 grade against Cincinnati in Detroit’s preseason opener.
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