Overview
- Defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard said Thursday that Robertson will receive more outside snaps starting against the Browns.
- Sheppard stressed the decision is not a benching for Arnold, stating Robertson has earned more time based on past performance.
- Detroit’s frequent use of base defense has limited nickel reps, leading staff to rebalance snaps to better match personnel.
- Arnold’s early-season numbers have slipped, allowing 72.6% completions and 11.0 yards per target, and he leads PFF’s tally for yards allowed.
- Through three games Arnold has played 134 defensive snaps to Robertson’s 89, and he drew the eighth pass interference flag of his career in the win over Baltimore.