Sunday, October 4, 2026

Week 4 Predictions

CBS Breech (Lions 31-23 over Panthers):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-week-4-picks-and-score-predictions-breech/

SN Iyer (Lions (-3.5, 50.5 o/u) at Panthers - Sunday 8:20 p.m. ET, NBC and Peacock.  The Lions will use plenty of Jahmyr Gibbs to set the tone running on the Panthers' weakn run defense. They also will try to stretch the field better in the passing game with Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams. Bryce Young will be game to make it close late with Tetairoa McMillan and a variety of weapons. Detroit will just need to get used to trying to win shootouts every week.  Pick: Lions win 27-24 but fail to cover the spread.):  https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-picks-predictions-against-spread-week-4/644a1b752369664e0ee8c218

SN Bender (Detroit Lions (-3) at Carolina Panthers - Sunday, 8:20 p.m., NBC.  Bryce Young leads the NFL with 313 passing yards per game, but the lack of run support showed against Cleveland in Week 3. Carolina will have more success against a struggling Detroit defense, but how will they slow down Jahmyr Gibbs, who ranks second in the NFL with 11 carries of 10 yards or more, according to PFF.com. This feels like another Sunday Night Football scoring fest.  Pick: Lions 34, Panthers 28):  https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-picks-predictions-week-4/d770d8401c10e9e74b6e687b

CBS Prisco (Detroit Lions (-3.5) at Carolina Panthers - Sunday, 8:20 p.m. on NBC (Stream: Fubo -- try for free).  The Panthers are really banged up and Bryce Young is hurting to go with a bunch of other injuries. They played short-handed in the loss to the Browns last week. The Lions won a high-scoring game with the Jets Sunday and this one will be just like it. Look for Jared Goff to play well here as the Lions win a road game. Pick: Lions 31, Panthers 26):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/pete-priscos-week-4-nfl-picks/

CBS Sullivan (Lions at Panthers - Projected score: Lions 30, Panthers 27):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-week-4-picks-odds-packers-road-teams/

NFL.com (All 10 pick the Lions to win by scores of 30-21, 26-23, 31-24, 38-28, 31-28, 31-27, 37-28, 33-31, 28-25, 29-22):  https://www.nfl.com/videos/lions-vs-panthers-preview-week-4

Pro Picks: Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs will hand the Raiders their first loss (DETROIT (2-1) at CAROLINA (1-2) - Line: Lions minus 3.  Detroit’s prolific offense is averaging 31 points per game, but the defense is giving up a league-worst 31.7. Jared Goff will face a depleted defense that likely won’t have its starting cornerbacks. That’s bad news for Carolina. Bryce Young and the Panthers have to win a shootout.  LIONS: 31-26):  https://apnews.com/article/pro-picks-2026-week-4-277f0655698feb249482a57cec4ea62a

Football Meteorology For NFL Week 4 (Detroit Lions at Carolina Panthers (+3.5): Carolina enters this game without both its starting CBs, who went on I.R. this week. They’re also going to be without top offensive lineman Damien Lewis, which is really bad news against a Lions defensive front that is playing better than Detroit’s overall defensive statistics would have you believe. The Lions have scored exactly 31 points in all three games thus far. It would be a moral victory for the Panthers to hold Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs, Amon-Ra St. Brown and friends to just 31 in this one.  Lions 37, Panthers 24):  https://football.realgm.com/analysis/3718/Football-Meteorology-For-NFL-Week-4

NFL Week 4 picks: Upset and score predictions, matchup breakdowns for every game (All 5 pick the Lions to win by scores of 41-35, 26-23, 30-23, 34-31, 37-28):  https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-picks-week-4-2026-nfl-season

CBS Dajani, Dubin (Detroit Lions (-3.5) at Carolina Panthers (SNF) - Dajani (Lions -3.5): I'm a bit partial to the Lions despite their horrific defense. We got the cover last week vs. the New York Jets, but it was quite a sweat. I'm taking the Lions this week because of the Panthers' injury situation. They will not have their two starting cornerbacks on the field in Jaycee Horn or Mike Jackson. Keep in mind this Panthers defense is already statistically one of the worst in the NFL and had 552 total yards and 59 points dropped on them in their last home game. The Lions are simply going to outscore the Panthers in primetime, and I think we could be looking at a blowout. The Lions are 11-0 SU and 9-1-1 ATS in primetime games as favorites under Dan Campbell. Get ready for some points. … Prediction: Lions 35, Panthers 21.  Dubin (Lions -3.5): Lions games have turned into track meets so far this season, with Detroit scoring at least 30 points in every game. With the Panthers likely down their top two cornerbacks, this week is set up for them to go off yet again. We might even see Jameson Williams really pop off for the first time this year. And we know both Jahmyr Gibbs and Amon-Ra St. Brown will be productive. Bryce Young is leading the NFL in passing yards, but he might not have Jalen Coker here, so the Panthers might not have quite enough to compete here, even given how bad the Lions' defense is. … Prediction: Lions 34, Panthers 24):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-week-4-picks-our-experts-predictions/

PFT’s Week 4 2026 NFL picks (Lions at Panthers - The Panthers have carried over less of the “division champs” vibe and more of the “8-9-for-a-reason” vibe. And the Lions definitely can’t afford to lose games they should win.  Lions 31, Panthers 21.):  https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/pfts-week-4-2026-nfl-picks

TheBigLead (Detroit Lions vs. Carolina Panthers (8:20 p.m. ET, NBC/Peacock) - Jared Goff and the Lions have an elite offense, and that will keep them in many games this season. Detroit just needs to expect more from their defense in order to put the Lions in the Super Bowl conversation. Pick: Lions 31, Panthers 20):  https://www.thebiglead.com/nfl-week-4-picks-predictions-patriots-lose-control-afc-east/

Our guide to every NFL Week 4 game: Matchup previews, predictions, picks and nuggets (Maldonado's pick: Lions 31, Panthers 24.  Moody's pick: Lions 31, Panthers 28.  Walder's pick: Lions 34, Panthers 14):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50067784/week-4-picks-predictions-schedule-fantasy-odds-2026

Lions vs. Panthers Prediction Lab: Detroit has some major advantages, but one problem could keep Carolina in this game (Final prediction - I’ve got the Lions winning. There’s just too much going on in Carolina with injuries, and if any team knows how hard that is to overcome, it’s Detroit. I think the Lions offense succeeds against this defense, and this could be the get-right game the defense needs.  Lions 31, Panthers 14. That’s right, 31 again. That would tie an NFL record for the same point total in four straight games. So I’m going with the Lions setting a record and winning in prime time. Then there’s one more game before the bye. We’ll see what happens.):  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/lions-vs-panthers-prediction-lab-detroit-has-some-major-advantages-but-one-problem-could-keep-carolina-in-this-game/

Carolina Panthers OnSI (All 4 pick the Lions to win by scores of 28-26, 38-27, 38-31, 31-27): https://www.si.com/nfl/panthers/onsi/will-the-panthers-beat-the-lions-staff-predictions-snf

MLive.com Lions-Panthers Week 4 score predictions from MLive’s beat writers (All 3 pick the Lions to win by scores of 35-20, 35-17, 31-21):  https://www.mlive.com/lions/2026/10/lions-panthers-week-4-score-predictions-from-mlives-beat-writers.html

Expert Predictions For Detroit Lions Matchup With Carolina Panthers (All 4 pick the Lions to win by scores of 30-20, 34-24, 27-23, 31-28) (10-3-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/expert-predictions-for-detroit-lions-matchup-with-carolina-panthers

Detroit Lions at Carolina Panthers NFL Prediction, Picks & Odds for Week 4 SNF (Lions 28 – Panthers 24):  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-at-carolina-panthers-nfl-prediction-picks-odds-week4-2026

NFL Week 4 expert picks, score predictions: Lions at Panthers (All 13 pick the Lions to win by scores of 37-27, 42-20, 31-21, 37-31, 35-24, 34-13, 31-27, 38-21, 31-26, 27-20, 45-20, 38-24, 27-24):  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-analysis/175511/detroit-lions-carolina-panthers-nfl-week-4-expert-picks-score-predictions

USA Today (5 pick the Lions to win by scores of 34-30, 38-31, 30-27, 30-27, 34-20.  1 picks the Panthers to win 33-30):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl-picks/2026/10/01/nfl-week-4-picks-spread-predictions-locks-chiefs-raiders-cowboys-texans/92026107007/

Detroit News (All 4 pick the Lions to win by scores of 38-28, 27-21, 38-28, 31-17):  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2026/10/03/predictions-lions-at-carolina-panthers/92016462007/

Panthers vs. Lions prediction: Explosive offenses poised for potential 'Sunday Night Football' shootout (Prediction - Carolina will have no answers for Amon-Ra St. Brown without its top two cornerbacks, and Jahmyr Gibbs has never seen a defense he cannot torch. And on the other side of the ball, the Lions own a beleaguered secondary of their own, and there is no reason to believe the league's worst pass defense will keep Bryce Young in check — especially if wide receiver Jalen Coker returns to the lineup. The Panthers posted 37 points in their Week 1 home shootout with the Chicago Bears and could outdo that number against an even leakier defense. In a game where one stop might be the difference, the home team holds the edge.  Pick: Panthers 38, Lions 34):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/panthers-vs-lions-where-to-watch-pick-odds-prediction/

Non-Score Predictions:


ESPN (10 pick the Lions to win.  1 picks the Panthers to win):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/picks


SI (6 pick the Lions to win.  2 pick the Panthers to win):  https://www.si.com/nfl/week-4-picks-staff-expert-predictions

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89 Pick the Lions to win.  6 Pick the Panthers to win.  Average Predicted Score (2164-1627/66):  Lions 33 Panthers 25
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Lions Links for Saturday 10-3-26

Articles:

'And I'm still here' | Dorsey returns to where his NFL career changed for the better:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/and-i-m-still-here-dorsey-returns-to-where-his-nfl-career-changed-for-the-better


Detroit Lions Elevate Safety From Practice Squad Against Panthers:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-elevate-safety-from-practice-squad-against-panthers


2 Lions Players Who Could Have Expanded Roles Against Panthers:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/two-lions-players-who-could-have-expanded-roles-against-panthers

5 Players Lions Must Scout: One That Will Make Fans Forget Joey Porter Jr.:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/players-lions-must-scout-one-that-will-make-fans-forget-joey-porter-jr

Detroit Lions Ownership Looks Legendary Compared to Corny Chris Ilitch:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-ownership-looks-legendary-compared-to-corny-chris-ilitch

Amon-Ra St. Brown: Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs Is 'Just a Freak':  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/amon-ra-st-brown-detroit-lions-jahmyr-gibbs-just-a-freak




Panthers Media:





Why the Panthers Actually Can Upset the Lions on Sunday Night Football:  https://www.si.com/nfl/panthers/onsi/why-the-panthers-actually-can-upset-the-lions-on-sunday-night-football

Video:

Jahmyr Gibbs is a nightmare matchup for the Panthers D | NFL Pro:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/jahmyr-gibbs-is-a-nightmare-matchup-for-the-panthers-d-nfl-pro

Detroit Lions Week 4 Preview Against Carolina Panthers:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/detroit-lions-week-4-preview-135512936.html

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Friday, October 2, 2026

Lions Links for Friday 10-2-26

Articles:



Twentyman's Mailbag: What's the next step for Lions' defense after Week 3 improvements?:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/detroit-lions-mailbag-next-step-for-defense-after-week-3-improvements

Detroit Lions Brian Branch Injury Update: What Game Could He Return?:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-brian-branch-injury-update-what-game-could-he-return

Detroit Lions Tried Trading For Joey Porter Jr. 'For a While':  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-tried-trading-for-joey-porter-jr

Lions Jared Goff Can Pass All-Time Great Quarterback This Week:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-jared-goff-can-pass-all-time-great-quarterback-this-week

How Lions, Jameson Williams Can Solve Shell Coverages:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/how-lions-jameson-williams-can-solve-shell-coverages


Spot the Ball: 10 Thoughts Ahead of Lions Matchup Against Panthers:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/spot-the-ball-ten-thoughts-ahead-of-lions-matchup-against-panthers



NFL predictions: 4 keys to a Lions victory over the Panthers in Week 4:  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-analysis/175079/lions-vs-panthers-predictions-week-3-picks


The Lions defense could look noticeably different Sunday, starting with one young player I’m ready to put in the lineup:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-lions-defense-could-look-noticeably-different-sunday-starting-with-one-young-player-im-ready-to-put-in-the-lineup/


Why the Lions didn’t trade for Joey Porter Jr. — and where Brad Holmes really went wrong at cornerback:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/why-the-lions-didnt-trade-for-joey-porter-jr-and-where-brad-holmes-really-went-wrong-at-cornerback/

The Lions have one defensive number that’s killing them, and fixing it, even a little, could change everything:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-lions-have-one-defensive-number-thats-killing-them-and-fixing-it-even-a-little-could-change-everything/

Jahmyr Gibbs Warns Lions Defense Bryce Young Could Start ‘Carving Y’all Up’ on Sunday:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/jahmyr-gibbs-warns-lions-defense-bryce-young-could-start-carving-yall-up-on-sunday

Panthers Offer Lions an Opening Detroit Cannot Afford to Pass Up:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-goff-amon-ra-st-brown-panthers-secondary-injuries


Lions’ Jared Goff Emerges as Sleeper MVP Candidate in Latest NFL Quarterback Power Rankings:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-jared-goff-emerges-as-sleeper-mvp-candidate-in-latest-nfl-quarterback-power-rankings

Lions were "very much in" on Joey Porter Jr. Where could they turn now?:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/joey-porter-jr-lions

Drafting Blake Miller already paying dividends for Lions:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/blake-miller-lions-2677978460

Panthers WR Coker questionable vs. Lions; backup Legette ruled out:  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50085542/coker-questionable-quad-injury-panthers

Early look at the NFL trade deadline: 10 candidates to move, five teams to watch, five predictions (Five teams that could be adding at the deadline - Detroit Lions (2-1):  The Lions' schedule should keep them afloat, but they have so many problems on the back end of their defense that they almost have to be looking for help at those positions. Detroit has reason to wonder whether it's closer to the end of its title-contending window than the beginning, so it needs to make sure it can make a playoff run this season.):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50077145/2026-trade-deadline-early-look-players-teams-predictions


Panthers Media:



Matchups That Will Decide Panthers vs. Lions in Week 4:  https://www.si.com/nfl/panthers/onsi/matchups-will-decide-panthers-vs-lions-week-4

NFL Week 4 Odds Realize Panthers' Worst Fears Ahead of Lions Matchup:  https://www.si.com/nfl/panthers/onsi/nfl-week-4-odds-realize-panthers-worst-fears-lions-matchup

Panthers Can't Afford to Make These 4 Mistakes Against Lions:  https://www.si.com/nfl/panthers/onsi/panthers-cant-afford-4-mistakes-against-lions

Podcast:

Lions at Panthers Week 4 preview | The Official Detroit Lions Podcast:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-at-panthers-week-4-preview-the-official-detroit-lions-podcast

Video:





The Detroit Lions should have a MASSIVE advantage in primetime Sunday:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/detroit-lions-massive-advantage-primetime-181939631.html


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Thursday, October 1, 2026

Lions Links for Thursday 10-1-26

Articles:


Lions at Panthers practice report: Oct. 1:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-at-panthers-practice-report-oct-1-bartch-wonnum-reed






Kelvin Sheppard Has Message For Struggling LB Jack Campbell: 'Relax Dude':  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/kelvin-sheppard-has-message-for-struggling-jack-campbell

Detroit Lions OG Absent Thursday Practice, DE Returns:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-og-absent-thursday-practice-de-returns

What to Know About Detroit Lions Official Against Panthers:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/what-to-know-about-detroit-lions-official-against-panthers

Lions Fans React to Losing Joey Porter Jr.: Brad Holmes Is Just a Scout:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-fans-react-to-losing-joey-porter-jr-brad-holmes-is-just-a-scout

Chargers Cornerback Could Be Ideal Lions Trade Target:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/chargers-cornerback-could-be-ideal-lions-trade-target




Detroit Lions Mailbag: Is D.J. Reed a liability, should the Lions trade for Jessie Bates, and when will Brian Branch return?:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/detroit-lions-mailbag-is-d-j-reed-a-liability-should-the-lions-trade-for-jessie-bates-and-when-will-brian-branch-return/

5 cornerbacks the Lions could trade for after missing on Joey Porter Jr., including two long-term answers:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/5-cornerbacks-the-lions-could-trade-for-after-missing-on-joey-porter-jr-including-two-long-term-answers/

4 Truths About the Detroit Lions Heading Into Week 4 at Carolina Panthers:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/4-truths-about-the-detroit-lions-heading-into-week-4-at-carolina-panthers

Kelvin Sheppard on Derrick Moore: "We're not just playing you more because you're a draft pick":  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/derrick-moore-lions-2677976798


Trevor Nowaske teaches Jets a lesson Jahmyr Gibbs already learned:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/trevor-nowaske-lions

NFL rookie rankings: Highest-graded players after Week 3 (13. OT Blake Miller, Detroit Lions (73.2):  Miller was back in the lineup for the Lions this week and has impressed as a pass blocker through two games. He has allowed a 3.8% pressure rate and has yet to surrender a sack, earning an 80.6 PFF pass-blocking grade.):  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-rookie-rankings

NFL Week 4 upset alert: Why these five favorites could easily lose, including the 49ers (Detroit Lions at Carolina Panthers (+3.5) - The Panthers are perennially overlooked, and folks have profited off of that over the last couple of years. Since the start of last season, Carolina is 6-3 ATS as a home underdog and 5-4 straight up.  While the Lions look like a behemoth in this head-to-head because of their high-powered offense, it's their lackluster defense that puts them on upset alert. Pretty much across the board, the Detroit defense is either at or near the bottom of the league. Last week, Bryce Young and the Panthers' offense came back down to earth a bit, totaling just 18 points in a loss to Cleveland on the road. However, because they are facing this Lions defense, I think they'll look more like the offense that was averaging 35.5 points per game and 409.0 total yards per game over the first two weeks of the regular season.  This has all the makings of a shootout, which may come down to the final possession. Do you know who was tied for second with six game-winning drives last season? Bryce Young.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-week-4-upset-alert-five-favorites-that-could-lose-49ers/

NFL Awards Ballot: In Bijan Robinson We Trust; Brock Purdy MVP Frontrunner? (MVP - 2. Jared Goff:  All Jared Goff does is put up impressive numbers. The Lions' quarterback is second in the league in passer rating (116.1), with eight touchdown passes and no interceptions.):  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/nfl-awards-ballot-bijan-robinson-we-trust-brock-purdy-mvp-frontrunner

USA Today (Detroit Lions:  Close calls against the Saints and Jets reinforced that nothing might come easy to Detroit this season. That much should have been clear, however, when the team entered the season with a secondary that looked liable to subject the Lions to repeated shootouts. Scoring 31 points in each of its contests might be the only form of consistency the offense can count on at this point, as the slow starts by the unit have increased the already disproportionate reliance on chunk gains. For now, though, Dan Campbell is getting enough big plays on both sides of the ball to finish off some uncomfortable contests.  Grade: B):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2026/09/30/nfl-team-grades-september-2026/92003978007/

The Biggest Question for Every Week 4 NFL Game (Lions (2–1) at Panthers (1–2): Sunday, 8:20 p.m. ET
Which team will have the ball last?  The Panthers’ offense might have been stunted by the Browns in Week 3, but make no mistake, both of these teams are capable of pouring on the fireworks. Bryce Young is first in passing yards (939) so far while Jared Goff is tied for third in touchdown passes (eight). If Jalen Coker is back for the Panthers, Young should be able to take advantage of the Lions’ poor secondary, while the high-powered Lions offense should do the same against Carolina. If this is a high-scoring affair as anticipated, this game might very well come down to which offense has the ball last.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/biggest-question-every-week-4-game

NFL Week 4 Schedule 2026: Ranking All 16 Games From Worst to Best (10. Lions (2–1) at Panthers (1–2):  Despite allowing a whopping 31.7 points per game this season—the most in the NFL—the Lions have managed to post a 2–1 record thanks to shootout wins over the Saints and Jets. Offensive firepower will likely be on full display again this Sunday when they head to Charlotte for a matchup against the Panthers, and that was true even before the Panthers put starting cornerbacks Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson on IR this week. Carolina is scoring the fifth-most points per game this season at 29.7, while quarterback Bryce Young leads the NFL in passing yards with 939. The Panthers’ defense, however, allowed a 59-point barrage from the Bears in Week 1. A betting man would probably take the over.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/nfl-week-4-schedule-2026-ranking-all-16-games-worst-to-best

Panthers defense looks to slow down Jared Goff and the Lions while missing both starting cornerbacks:  https://apnews.com/article/lions-panthers-preview-7f6291eb457f523a79ba6b0857389357




Panthers Media:


The Panthers have learned that Bryce Young "thrives" when things get complicated:  https://www.panthers.com/news/the-panthers-have-learned-that-bryce-young-thrives-when-things-get-complicated



3 Burning Questions Ahead of Panthers’ Week 4 Matchup vs. Lions:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/carolina-panthers/3-burning-questions-panthers-week-4-matchup-vs-lions


Podcast:


Video:



Williams on attacking shell coverage:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/williams-on-his-role







Jahmyr Gibbs, Bijan Robinson fuel friendly competition:  https://www.espn.com/video/clip/_/id/50073456



Are You Mad at The Lions For Not Trading For Joey Porter Jr? | Costa and Jansen:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/video/are-you-mad-at-the-lions-for-not-trading-for-joey-porter-jr-costa-and-jansen-xbfz8nu


Lions vs. Panthers Week 4 SNF Preview | NFL Daily:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/lions-vs-panthers-week-4-snf-preview-nfl-daily


Lions-Panthers preview: ‘Points galore’ on SNF?:  https://sports.yahoo.com/video/lions-panthers-preview-points-galore-191019338.html

Detroit Lions CB Ennis Rakestraw Has Earned More Playing Time:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/detroit-lions-cb-ennis-rakestraw-165402632.html

Jared Goff's early MVP case will face a real test in the coming weeks:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/jared-goffs-early-mvp-case-163024976.html

Should Lions have made a trade for cornerback Joey Porter Jr.?:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/lions-made-trade-cornerback-joey-143904416.html

Posted by LionsFan at 7:16 PM 0 comments

Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Lions Links for Wednesday 9-30-26

Articles:





Detroit Lions Sign LB Amen Ogbongbemiga to Active Roster, Bring Back WR Lawrence Keys to Practice Squad:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-sign-lb-to-active-roster-bring-back-wr-to-practice-squad

Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams Cleared After Assault Investigation:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-wr-jameson-williams-cleared-after-assault-investigation

Lions Film Review: How Gibbs Overcame Slow Start to Save Offense:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-film-review-how-gibbs-overcame-slow-start-to-save-offense

Lions Are Facing Panthers Team Week 4 Dealing With Rash of Injuries:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-are-facing-panthers-team-week-four-dealing-with-rash-of-injuries





Jared Goff clears up ‘controversy’ about Ben Johnson’s mobility comment:  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-news/175151/jared-goff-clears-up-controversy-ben-johnsons-mobility-comment



The Lions’ 2024 draft class looked cooked 3 weeks ago. Now it could be the thing that saves Detroit’s season and maybe gets them to the Super Bowl:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-lions-2024-draft-class-looked-cooked-3-weeks-ago-now-it-could-be-the-thing-that-saves-detroits-season-and-maybe-gets-them-to-the-super-bowl/

I don’t think people realize what Lions QB Jared Goff is doing right now:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/i-dont-think-people-realize-what-lions-qb-jared-goff-is-doing-right-now/

Lions vs. Panthers: The first thing to know is Carolina’s mounting injuries give Detroit a major Week 4 advantage, but there’s one matchup to watch that can hurt them:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/lions-vs-panthers-the-first-thing-to-know-is-carolinas-mounting-injuries-give-detroit-a-major-week-4-advantage-but-theres-one-matchup-to-watch-that-can-hurt-them/

Lions-Ravens trade idea sends Juice Scruggs to Baltimore and gives Detroit the proven cornerback it desperately needs:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/lions-ravens-trade-idea-sends-juice-scruggs-to-baltimore-and-gives-detroit-the-proven-cornerback-it-desperately-needs/

Joey Porter Jr. Practiced All Week for Steelers, Now Declared Out. Could a Trade Be Coming?:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/joey-porter-trade-rumor-steelers-lions

As Nowaske emerges for Lions, Devin White pushed to bench: 'He's still here':  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/devin-white-lions-2677961994

Juice Scruggs could stay in Lions' starting lineup, with Cade Mays nearing return:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/juice-scruggs-cade-mays-lions

Christian Izien stars in strong defensive week for NFL stars with Africa ties:  https://www.espn.com/espn/story/_/id/50065515/christian-izien-stars-strong-defensive-week-nfl-stars-africa-ties

2026 NFL offensive line rankings: Cowboys surge, Chargers dip after Week 3 (16. Detroit Lions (no change):  Penei Sewell looked much more comfortable at left tackle in the Lions’ win over the New York Jets on Sunday, with no pressures allowed from 37 pass-blocking snaps. Opposite him, rookie Blake Miller was impressive again by giving up just two pressures, while both guards compiled PFF pass-blocking grades of 88.5. All five starters also finished with PFF run-blocking grades above 60.0.):  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-offensive-line-rankings-2026

NFL wide receiver rankings: Jaxon Smith-Njigba leads top 32 (4. Amon-Ra St. Brown, Detroit Lions:  St. Brown struggled in Sunday’s win over the New York Jets, catching four passes for just 19 yards on eight targets. He also recorded his first drop of the season but did find the end zone. Through three weeks, he trails only Chris Olave and Jaxon Smith-Njigba in targets.  21. Jameson Williams, Detroit Lions:  Williams had his best game of the season Sunday against the New York Jets, but the fact that he totaled just 49 receiving yards highlights how slow his start to the year has been. The good news is that after dropping a pass in each of the first two games of the season, he caught all four passes thrown his way in Week 3.):  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-wide-receiver-rankings

NFL MVP power rankings: New No. 1 after Josh Allen's rough game (7. RB Jahmyr Gibbs, Detroit Lions: The Lions' offense runs through Gibbs. Of Detroit's 1,105 yards of total offense through Week 3, their lead running back is responsible for 463 of them, or 41.9%. Not only is Gibbs tied for fourth in the NFL with 65 rush attempts and fourth with 307 rushing yards, he also leads all running backs with 21 targets and 156 receiving yards. Gibbs' 18 receptions, which also lead all running backs, are tied for 10th among all NFL pass-catchers.  Against the Jets this week, Gibbs scored three of the Lions' four touchdowns. He rushed 20 times for 99 yards with two scores on the ground, and he led Detroit with seven catches. His 65 receiving yards were one behind Isaac TeSlaa for the team lead this past week as well, and Gibbs' fourth-quarter touchdown catch was the game-winner.):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2026/09/30/nfl-mvp-power-rankings-odds-week-4/92011564007/


QB Rankings:

NFL QB rankings, Week 4: Brock Purdy climbs to No. 1; Kirk Cousins enters top 10 (TIER 2 - 6. Jared Goff DET Year 11.  2026 stats: 3 games | 70.6 pct | 802 pass yds | 7.4 ypa | 8 pass TDs | 0 INTs | 15 rush yds | 0 rush TDs | 3 fumbles.  Jared Goff has been excellent in 2026, powering a passing attack that isn’t afraid to rely heavily on Jahmyr Gibbs to open up opportunities elsewhere. It’s similar to what we’ve seen from Goff in recent years, although they’re weathering offensive line challenges better than they did last season.):  https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-qb-rankings-index-week-4-2026-nfl-season

Week 4 NFL QB Power Rankings: New No. 1 emerges; Drake Maye dropping
(7. Jared Goff Detroit Lions QB - Jared Goff is the only NFL quarterback with five-plus passing touchdowns (8) and no interceptions this season. That has him ranked third in the NFL in passer rating (116.1) and seventh in the league in EPA per dropback (0.28). He got smacked around at the Buffalo Bills in Week 2, but he rebounded with 269 yards and two touchdowns on 25 of 32 passing in a 31-24 win over the New York Jets in Week 3. (+3)):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/week-4-nfl-qb-power-rankings-drake-maye-plummets/

NFL quarterback power rankings heading into Week 4 (9. Jared Goff:  He’s on pace for another great season. That’s just what he does. He throws the ball around accurately. His teams move the ball and score touchdowns.):  https://www.thebiglead.com/nfl-quarterback-power-rankings-week-4/

NFL quarterback rankings: Patrick Mahomes takes over the top spot (15. Jared Goff, Detroit Lions (down 2):  With a 79.4 PFF grade through the first three weeks of the season, Goff ranks 10th at the position. Like Young one spot above him, a big reason why he sits where he does is avoiding big mistakes, with his 0.8% turnover-worthy play rate trailing only Jayden Daniels and Young.):  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-quarterback-rankings

Video:








How Detroit Lions Will Handle When Cade Mays Returns From Injury
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Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Lions Links for Tuesday 9-29-26

Articles:



Lions Are First Team Since 1994 Patriots With This Unfortunate Stat:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-are-first-team-since-1994-patriots-with-unfortunate-stat-defense

5 Risers, 2 Fallers After Lions Week 3 Win Over Jets:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/risers-fallers-after-lions-week-three-win-over-jets

Lions Dan Campbell Addresses When Derrick Moore Will Play More:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-dan-campbell-addresses-when-derrick-moore-will-play-more

Detroit Lions Are Small Betting Favorite Against Panthers:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-are-small-betting-favorite-against-panthers




Lions film study: Ennis Rakestraw earned more playing time Sunday, and the tape shows exactly why:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/lions-film-study-ennis-rakestraw-earned-more-playing-time-sunday-and-the-tape-shows-exactly-why/

The Lions haven’t found a long-term answer at corner, but I’m not convinced development is the real problem:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-lions-havent-found-a-long-term-answer-at-corner-but-im-not-convinced-development-is-the-real-problem/

The Lions suddenly have a problem nobody expected at center, and Cade Mays’ return is going to force a fascinating decision:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-lions-suddenly-have-a-problem-nobody-expected-at-center-and-cade-mays-return-is-going-to-force-a-fascinating-decision/

Dan Campbell just gave a pretty telling answer about a former Pro Bowler’s future role in the Lions’ defense:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/dan-campbell-just-gave-a-pretty-telling-answer-about-a-former-pro-bowlers-future-role-in-the-lions-defense/


Tate Ratledge Building a Strong Case as One of the NFL’s Top Guards:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/tate-ratledge-building-a-strong-case-as-one-of-the-nfls-top-guards

3 Lions Players Are Seeing Their Stock Rise After 2-1 Start:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-stock-up-after-3-games-jahmyr-gibbs

Offensive Line Spotlight: Penei Sewell dominates in Week 3:  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-week-3-penei-sewell-offensive-line-spotlight

QB Accuracy Report: NFL Week 3 (10. Jared Goff - PFF Grade:  80.5):  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-qb-accuracy-report

Bears' Ben Johnson takes playful shot at his former QB Jared Goff:  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/bears-hc-ben-johnson-takes-a-shot-at-jared-goffs-mobility/

NFL MVP race entering Week 4: Josh Allen stays No. 1, but the field is closing fast (8. Jared Goff  - Last week: N/A.  While it's expected at this point, Goff's prolific numbers shouldn't be overlooked. Goff is tied for third in the league in touchdown passes, fifth in completion percentage and sixth in passing yards. He has yet to throw an interception.  Like Mahomes, an unexpected division title for the Lions would certainly boost Goff's MVP hopes. The odds of that happening have increased with Caleb Williams' recent injury, the Packers' ongoing struggles without Micah Parsons and the Vikings' quarterback instability.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-mvp-candidates-2026-josh-allen-patrick-mahomes-week-4/

Why 'Specimen' Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs Was One Of NFL's Best Week 3 Performers:  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/why-specimen-lions-rb-jahmyr-gibbs-one-nfls-best-week-3-performers

NFL All-Stars: How Many 49ers, Falcons Stars Make The Cut After Dominant Showings? (RB: Jahmyr Gibbs Detroit Lions:  These were seemingly the top two picks in every fantasy football draft, and this week was a reminder why. Jahmyr Gibbs and Bijan Robinson had huge games with 25-plus touches each. Gibbs rushed 20 times for 99 yards and two touchdowns while catching seven passes for 65 and another score in the Detroit Lions' victory over the New York Jets. That came after Robinson had a huge Thursday game, rushing for 194 yards on 29 carries and two touchdowns to help the Atlanta Falcons stun the Green Bay Packers on the road.):  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/week-3-nfl-all-stars-how-many-49ers-falcons-stars-make-cut-after-dominant-showings

10 NFL Rookies Who Turned Heads and Totally Stole the Spotlight in Week 3 (Blake Miller, OT, Detroit Lions - Detroit Lions right tackle Blake Miller returned to the lineup after missing Week 2 with injury. Quarterback Jared Goff was only sacked twice as the offense scored 31 points in a win over the Jets. Miller himself was credited with allowing just two pressures and zero sacks in protection. He was also an asset as a run blocker on an afternoon where Jahmyr Gibbs totaled 164 yards and three touchdowns.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/onsi/news/10-nfl-rookies-who-turned-heads-and-totally-stole-the-spotlight-in-week-3

‘Only With No. 1 Picks,’ ‘Jared Goff Made You’ — Ben Johnson’s Apparent Jab at Lions QB Sets Off Detroit Fans:  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/ben-johnson-jared-goff-no-1-picks-comment-lions-fans/

Panthers Media:



QB Rankings:

QB Stock Market Week 4: Is Trevor Lawrence Finally Who We Thought He Was? (8. Jared Goff, Detroit Lions):  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/qb-stock-market-week-4-trevor-lawrence-finally-who-we-thought-he-was

Power Rankings:


Video:

The Lions Have A BIG Decision To Make At Center:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/lions-big-decision-center-184137183.html




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Week 4 Power Rankings

Athletic (6. Detroit Lions (2-1) - Last week: 8.  Sunday: Beat Jets 31-24.  QB confidence: Should be higher.  If former Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn thought he was going to rattle Jared Goff, he was sorely mistaken. The New York Jets blitzed Goff 16 times Sunday, and the 31-year-old was 16-for-16 for 173 yards and two touchdowns on those plays. For the season, he has five touchdowns, no interceptions and a completion percentage of 86.7 when blitzed, according to TruMedia. Overall, he’s third in the league in touchdown passes (eight) and hasn’t thrown a pick.):  https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7640490/2026/09/29/nfl-power-rankings-week-4-raiders-broncos-rams-patriots/

Walter Football (9.  Detroit Lions (2-1)Team Hub - Previously: 11. The Lions rebounded nicely from their blowout loss to Buffalo on Thursday night. Some might say it was only the Jets, but New York isn't nearly as bad as some people think. Detroit's victory was an impressive bounce-back performance against an underrated opponent.):  https://walterfootball.com/nflpowerrankings.php

Fox sports Cowherd (9. Detroit Lions
Record: 2-1 - Previous ranking: 10.  Cowherd’s thoughts: The Lions are weird. Worst scoring defense in the league, yet they're second in sacks to the Vikings. But this is about Jahmyr Gibbs. This is about Jared Goff. Only team to score 30 plus points in every game, but they're going to have to win by track meets. So I think their floor is incredibly high. I don't know if their ceiling is as high as I thought going into the season.):  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/herd-hierarchy-raiders-legit-seahawks-fall-while-bills-49ers-rise

USA Today (10. Detroit Lions (10): How consistent has this offense been? Exactly 31 points in every game. A low of 355 yards and a high of 381. And just one turnover. If a defense that's allowed the most points (95) in the league can hold on long enough to get some reinforcements, this team has a legit shot at finally ending the league's longest hex of failing to qualify for the Super Bowl.):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/columnist/nate-davis/2026/09/29/nfl-power-rankings-week-4-seahawks-bills-chiefs-49ers/91998593007/

TheBigLead (10. Detroit Lions: The good news is the Lions are 2-1 and have scored 93pts, 31pts in each game. The bad news is that they have given up 95pts. This week they are on the road, facing the Panthers, who are coming off a tough loss. The Panthers have scored 89pts, also averaging nearly 30pts per game. A Panthers victory will flip these two teams in the standings.):  https://www.thebiglead.com/nfl-power-rankings-entering-week-4-2026/

SN (11. Detroit Lions 2-1 (14):  The Lions need every bit of what Jared Goff and Jahmyr Gibbs are doing to light it up offensively with their defense porous in every which way. Shootouts follow everywhere they go and they might need to make a drastic change soon.):  https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-power-rankings-week-4/7341d122c9adf1408db36e5e

FTW (11. Detroit Lions:  Last week: 12.  The Lions are 2-1, but those two wins came over the Saints and Jets, needing a stop on a two-point conversion and a late strip sack, respectively, to escape. The offensive line is still coming together, the secondary is a mess, and a pass rush punching above its weight class has been unable to cover for it. Detroit is a flawed team. Will those flaws be fatal, or will they keep the fireworks show going for the next 20 weeks? — CD):  https://ftw.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2026/09/29/nfl-power-rankings-week-4-49ers-raiders-broncos/91993129007/

PFN (12. Detroit Lions - Last Week’s Ranking: 13.  Offense Rank: 5.  Defense Rank: 32.  Playoff Odds: 72.80%.  As many concerns as the Detroit Lions might have on defense, we know by now that their offense is one of the best in the NFL. They put up 31 points in their win over the Jets on Sunday, which was headlined by Jahmyr Gibbs scoring three touchdowns. The 31-24 victory bumped Detroit up to 2-1 to start the year.  Sure, the Lions allowed an explosive performance by Geno Smith through the air, but their defense also sacked Smith five times. Throw in a clean game from Jared Goff, a dominant outing by Gibbs, and a two-sack game from DJ Wonnum, and the Lions have to be feeling pretty good coming out of Week 3.):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/week-4-nfl-power-rankings-2026/

CBS (12. Lions:  Jahmyr Gibbs is carrying this team and is in the early MVP conversation. They have to be happy to be 2-1 with all the defensive injuries.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/2026-nfl-power-rankings-week-4-bills-vikings/

ESPN (13. Detroit Lions (2-1).  Week 3 result: Beat the Jets 31-24.  Week 3 ranking: 14.  Fantasy surprise: QB Jared Goff.  It's sometimes easy to forget about Goff's consistency because he plays alongside elite playmakers such as RB Jahmyr Gibbs and WR Amon-Ra St. Brown. The veteran QB is a viable starter in fantasy this season, averaging 21.9 points. Goff was the No. 18 quarterback in our draft rankings and had an ADP of 131.4. After Sunday's win, Gibbs lauded Goff as Detroit's "leader." "We trust him with everything," Gibbs said. -- Eric Woodyard):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50052289/nfl-power-rankings-week-4-teams-fantasy-surprises

Fox sports (13. Detroit Lions Record: 2-1.  Previous ranking: 14.  Super Bowl odds: +1900.  Next game: @ Panthers (Sunday, 8:15 p.m. ET).  There aren’t many more dynamic offenses in the NFL, and few teams can boast a dynamic duo like RB Jahmyr Gibbs and WR Amon-Ra St-Brown. This team is a juggernaut, averaging more than 31 points per game. But man, does their defense stink. And it shouldn’t, not with defensive end Aidan Hutchinson (3.5 sacks), yet it still does. You know who the Lions remind me of? Last year’s Cowboys. The offense is unstoppable, but it’s the trainwreck defense that’s keeping them out of the top 10.  Stat To Know: This is the first time in Lions franchise history that they have scored 30+ points in each of their first three games of a season.):  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/2026-nfl-power-rankings-week-4

Yahoo (13. Detroit Lions (2-1, LW: 13) - The Lions have given up the most points and second-most yards in the NFL this season. They beat the Jets on Sunday but allowed 335 yards and 24 points. Two Jets, Garrett WIlson and Kenyon Sadiq, had 100-yard receiving games. Most Lions games this season will be high scoring. They'll need the defense to make a few plays, like it did in the final minute. The Jets reached the Lions' 28-yard line, but safety Chuck Clark sacked Geno Smith on a blitz, causing a fumble that the Lions recovered.  "And then for our defense to have to, man, they had to make that stop," Lions head coach Campbell said. "That's what it was going to come down to. And it was such a great call by [defensive coordinator] Kelvin Sheppard and those guys executing it."):  https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/article/nfl-power-rankings-week-4-the-raiders-are-3-0-and-there-are-plenty-of-signs-it-might-stick-033636438.html

NFL.com (14.  Detroit Lions:  We know the Lions can put up points in bunches by leaning heavily on Jahmyr Gibbs, and this offense is capable of keeping them in every game they play. Their defensive struggles in the fourth quarter remain concerning, even if a takeaway saved them from another trip to overtime.):  https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-power-rankings-week-4-2026-nfl-season

PFT (14. Lions (No. 16; 2-1): The defense still isn’t nearly good enough.):  https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/pfts-week-4-2026-nfl-power-rankings

SI (14. Detroit Lions (2–1) - Last week’s ranking: No. 18.  Last week’s result: beat Jets, 31–24.  This week: at Panthers.  Jared Goff is one of six quarterbacks in NFL history to start the season with more than 800 yards passing and eight touchdowns in three games. If the Lions can go out and get themselves Joey Porter, all will be right in the world, as the offense is holding up its end of the bargain.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/conor-orr-week-4-nfl-power-rankings-bills-take-over-top-spot



Fansided Jason LaCanfora (18. Detroit Lions - Last Rank: 18.  Week 3 Result: def. Jets, 31-24.  I’m not buying this operation. It’s starting to become clear this is a team that can beat lesser teams but struggles with the middle class and is probably in trouble vs. good teams. The defense is bad; they let teams go crazy on them in the second half of games and Penei Sewell at left tackle might not be the move. Their decline feels real to me.):  https://fansided.com/nfl/nfl-power-rankings-entering-week-4-packers-and-patriots-tumble-chiefs-overtake-seahawks

Average Ranking (220/18):  12
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