Taylor Decker and Penei Sewell are the Lions' starting offensive tackles.
Ben Johnson and Dan Campbell typically add a third tackle to the powerful tackles.
Matt Nelson plays a lot for a non-injury-relief reserve tackle. Through five games, the Lions have deployed 38 additional tackles.
Only the Cleveland Browns (54) have used a sixth OL more than the Lions (50).
Las Vegas Raiders use six linemen on 11.5% more plays than the Lions.
Heavy offensive package looks logical for a club without a blocking tight end.