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Lions compete in preseason victory over Commanders, key player grades emerge

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 1:07 AM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Lions compete in preseason victory over Commanders, key player grades emerge

Summary

The Detroit Lions secured their first victory of the preseason by defeating the Washington Commanders 17-13. Players like Luke Altmyer and Jackson Meeks had notable performances, with Altmyer completing 9 of 13 passes for 86 yards and an 87.3 quarterback rating despite being sacked four times. Meeks stood out among skill-position players, earning an 81.7 overall PFF grade. As roster decisions loom with the 53-man deadline approaching, performance metrics from this matchup will be critical for players vying for limited spots on the team.

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Status Watch

•Lions defeated Commanders 17-13 in preseason game.
•Luke Altmyer completed 9 of 13 passes for 86 yards.
•Jackson Meeks recorded the highest offensive PFF grade at 81.7.
•Roster hopefuls will be impacted by performances as cuts approach.
•Isaiah Pacheco is working back from injury, affecting running back competition.

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1:07 AMYahoo Sports — Lions PFF Grades: Who Rose and Who Fell?

What they're saying

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PFF has spoken, and not every Lions offensive player came away looking good. One young standout stole the show, while several roster hopefuls saw their stock take a hit.
— Yahoo Sports

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