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Justin Rogers' Lions grades: Offense makes its mark, defense doesn't

Detroit — Justin Rogers grades the Detroit Lions' performance following the team's 42-30 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.

Quarterback

After a few misfires early in the game, Matthew Stafford settled down and put together a fine performance against one of the league's better defenses, throwing for 364 yards and four touchdowns. He did have an interception in the closing minutes, but the game was essentially out of reach at that point. Grade: B+

Running backs

Kerryon Johnson exited the game early with a knee injury, leaving Ty Johnson and J.