The NFL Preseason continues with the New England Patriots paying the Detroit Lions a visit Thursday night at 7:30 p.m. ET.

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Via SB Nation:

Detroit enters the game with plenty of work to do, especially on the defensive side of the ball. The Lions were blasted by Cleveland in their second preseason game, losing 24-6. Detroit made a couple of moves following the game, signing cornerback Rashean Mathis and linebacker Rocky McIntosh.

The Lions' offense also had some issues, gaining just 217 yards. The return of Calvin Johnson will be a boost for the passing game, though there are still issues with the rushing attack. Reggie Bush gained 15 yards on eight carries and Detroit averaged just 2.4 yards per carry as a team.

After sitting out last week to rest his bruised knee, Johnson is expected to be active and play against New England.

The Patriots have looked awfully good in the preseason thus far, even though New England is without a number of key offensive players from last season. Brady wasn't fazed by missing weapons in the team's second preseason game, completing 11-of-12 passes for 107 yards and a touchdown.

Danny Amendola racked up 71 yards in that game, but his status against Detroit remains up in the air. Amendola missed practice earlier in the week due to an unknown injury. He's already shown good chemistry with Brady, so the Patriots may opt to rest him and ensure he's healthy for the regular season.