Lions rookie offensive lineman Christian Mahogany got his first NFL start in Week 16. Filling in at left guard for the injured Graham Glasgow, it was the first real extended action for Mahogany, Detroit's sixth-round pick out of Boston College.

The Detroit Lions were shorthanded along the offensive line in Week 16, as guard Graham Glasgow was ruled out due to injury. However, the Lions saw their 2024 sixth-round pick, Christian Mahogany, step up in Glasgow's absence.

Following their 34-17 win over the Chicago Bears (4-11) on Sunday, the Detroit Lions (13-2) remain the team to beat in the NFL. Yes, even above the Kansas City Chiefs (14-1).

Here’s a look at where the Lions stand in this week’s power rankings as they prepare for an NFC title game rematch with the 49ers.

The Lions will clinch the NFC North, a first-round bye and home-field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs with a win over the San Francisco 49ers plus a Minnesota Vikings loss t