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ArticleDetroit Lions fans pick favorite for RB2 role
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Vaki has consistently run as RB2 while Pacheco has been out, and his skill set gives him opportunities to find the field...Vaki is an ELITE pass protector, and that will allow the Lions to put him on the field in any situation
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Vaki's elite pass protection and coaching trust may trump Saylors' preseason edge.

Despite fan preference for Saylors, the source argues Vaki has consistently run as RB2 during Pacheco's absence and possesses elite pass-protection skills that will keep him on the field in any situation; Vaki is bigger with power for short-yardage, has receiver hands from his former position, and is an ELITE pass protector—qualities that may outweigh Saylors' preseason visibility. Coaching staff has kept Vaki out of preseason action partly due to injury and partly by design, suggesting they trust him more than the fan base realizes.

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