Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (26) and wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) celebrates against the Washington Commanders during an NFL football divisional playoff game, Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski) AP

With the Detroit Lions' 2025 season getting further into the rearview mirror, it's time to evaluate the season that was with final position grades.

The Lions had seven players make the initial roster for the Pro Bowl — quarterback Jared Goff, running back Jahmyr Gibbs, wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, center Frank Ragnow, Sewell, safety Brian Branch and punter Jack Fox — and had 11 players named as alternates.

New York Giants star rookie Malik Nabers will replace Detroit Lions star Amon-Ra St. Brown at the 2025 Pro Bowl Games.

The Jaguars and Lions were tracking almost identically until about 14 months ago, but Detroit's build had a much sturdier foundation.

The New York Giants will have a representative in the Pro Bowl as receiver Malik Nabers will replace Detroit Lions star Amon-Ra St. Brown.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is making the Pro Bowl games after all. Mayfield was largely considered a snub when the NFC's three quarterbacks

From one Lion to another in Orlando this week. Offensive tackle Taylor Decker was named to the Pro Bowl roster this week. Ironically, he’s replacing his teammate Penei Sewell. Decker started 14 games this season and was among the top vote-getters from fans in Pro

On January 27, the Lions announced that left tackle Taylor Decker would be joining this year's Pro Bowl roster for the NFC.' This will be Decker's first appearance in the Pro Bowl. Unfortunately, it comes at the expense of fellow Lions Penei Sewell, who will miss the event because of an injury.

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes had to deal with injuries that decimated the roster and likely cost the team a chance to make a Super Bowl.

After finishing the regular season 14-3 and cruising past the Green Bay Packers, Los Angeles Rams, and Washington Commanders in the playoffs, the Philadelphia Eagles are headed to Super Bowl LIX.