Strength of schedule is calculated from the opponents projected fantasy points allowed for the WR position. The best rating is +16 which gives the player the advantage against the defense and indicates an easy opponent, the worst rating is -16 which gives the defense the advantage and indicates a tough opponent.
Back in 2011, when Burleson played 16 games, he had 73 receptions for 757 yards and 11 touchdowns. Injuries limited Burleson to just six games last season but due to the Lions inability to find a quality replacement, Burleson looks to enter 2013 as the starter opposite all-world Calvin Johnson.