10 most important players for the 2022 Detroit Lions

It is no secret that the Detroit Lions have been in the dark ages for quite some time, but that can all change in 2022. To get there, I listed my top 10 most important players for the Detroit Lions to find some success and finally break through as a franchise.

10. DJ Chark

When the WR signed in the offseason, many fans across the league said it was an overpay, or that he was a flash in the pan. In order for the Lions to have a successful season, they are hoping Chark can stay healthy and make the type of impact he made in Jacksonville when he broke out a few short years ago.

9. DeShon Elliott

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DeShon Elliott has the talent, it’s all about consistency with him. If the Lions wish to succeed in 2022, they will need a heck of a lot more out of their Safeties, and Elliot is in a prime position, much like DJ Chark, to revitalize their careers.

8. Rookies not Named Aidan Hutchinson

Third-round pick Kerby Joseph goes through drills during Detroit Lions rookie minicamp Saturday, May 14, 2022 at the Allen Park practice facility.
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The rookies do not need to make a massive impact, but they need to see the field and show the coaching staff why they were selected. The 2022 NFL Draft class for the Detroit Lions needs to have a few hit selections, even if they can get a few solid contributors or role players, 2022 could see a huge bump in how the season finishes.

7. Running Backs

Lions running backs D’Andre Swift, left, and Jamaal Williams walk off the field with running backs coach Duce Staley after practice during minicamp on Thursday, June 9, 2022, in Allen Park.
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D’Andre Swift is personally one of my favorite backs in the entire NFL, but the Lions need to have a deep backfield if they want to protect Jared Goff and some of the new faces on the offense. A good run game is key to managing games and keeping the defense off the field in tight situations. If the Lions can get consistent dependable running back play, they should improve their already highly ranked red zone run game.

D’Andre Swift looking yoked up in Lions OTAs

6. T.J Hockenson

Lions tight end T.J. Hockenson goes through drills during practice during minicamp on Thursday, June 9, 2022, in Allen Park.
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Considered by many as the current face of the franchise…