Detroit Lions' Golden Tate, Calvin Johnson rank among NFL's best receiver duos

OAKLAND, CA – AUGUST 15: Larry Warford #75 of the Detroit Lions stands on the sideline during their game against the Oakland Raiders during their preseason game at O.co Coliseum on August 15, 2014 in Oakland, 

The Detroit Lions have thrived in the closing minutes of the fourth quarter this season, furiously charging down the field for winning scores the past three games. The up-tempo play calling necessitated by a deficit is a change of pace from the

Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Teryl Austin has been the biggest acquisition for a team that has struggled on that side of the ball for decades. Respect hasn't come easily for the team, however, and it seems like those on 

DETROIT, MI – NOVEMBER 09: Matthew Stafford #9 of the Detroit Lions looks to throw a first quarter pass against the Miami Dolphins at Ford Field on November 09, 2014 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty 

It's possible he won't play another one in 2014. The Detroit Lions' right guard suffered a knee injury during the first series of Sunday's 20-16 win against the Miami Dolphins. He is not expected to play in this week's showdown against the Arizona