The Detroit Lions offense exploded on Thanksgiving Thursday in a 45-14 Week 12 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Those fantasy owners who were fortunate enough to deploy quarterback Matthew Stafford and star receiver Calvin Johnson saw humongous returns. Lions rookie running back Ameer Abdullah also flashed well, but it was Detroit's two other backs who found paydirt.
Read on for final Week 12 stats and updated fantasy advice on Stafford, Johnson and Abdullah in the aftermath of the third straight victory for the once-reeling Lions.
Matthew Stafford
Since the Lions fired Joe Lombardi as offensive coordinator, the rushing attack and overall play-calling have improved under Jim Bob Cooter, which has helped Stafford immensely.