Monday, October 6, 2025

Lions Links for Monday 10-6-25

Articles:

KEY QUESTIONS: How will Lions' defense adjust with injuries at cornerback?:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/key-questions-how-will-lions-defense-adjust-with-injuries-at-cornerback


NOTEBOOK: Lions' defense records 3 INTs in win over Bengals:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/notebook-lions-defense-records-3-ints-in-win-over-bengals


Lions QB Jared Goff continues to put up big numbers in 4 straight wins:  https://lionslowdown.com/2025/10/06/lions-qb-jared-goff-continues-to-put-up-big-numbers-in-4-straight-wins/

Five reasons the Lions topped the Bengals for 4th straight win:  https://lionslowdown.com/2025/10/06/five-reasons-the-lions-topped-the-bengals-for-4th-straight-win/












Former Lions DC Off to Historically Bad Start With Jets:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/former-lions-dc-off-to-historically-bad-start-jets

Terrion Arnold Reveals How Far He Is Away From 100 Percent:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/terrion-arnold-reveals-how-far-away-from-100-percent

Lions Fans React to 'Not Pretty' Win Over Bengals:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/lions-fans-react-not-pretty-win-over-bengals

Grades: Lions Cruise Despite Shaky O-Line, Late Bengals Rally:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/grades-lions-cruise-despite-shaky-o-line-bengals-rally

Studs and Duds: David Montgomery Shines in Homecoming:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/studs-duds-david-montgomery-shines-homecoming

Lions Injury Updates: Taylor Decker, Kalif Raymond:   https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/lions-injury-updates-taylor-decker-kalif-raymond

Key Takeaways From Detroit Lions 37-24 Victory Against Bengals:   https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/key-takeaways-lions-37-24-victory-bengals







Detroit Lions Week 5 game ball: Linebacker heroics prevents Bengals’ comeback:   https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-opinion/144581/detroit-lions-week-5-game-ball-derrick-barnes-bengals

Terrion Arnold trying to progress through injury: "It's hurting really, really bad":  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/detroit-lions-terrion-arnold-fighting-through-frustration

David Montgomery's return to Cincy "was exactly how I dreamed it to be":  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/detroit-lions-david-montgomerys-homecoming-was-a-dream




NFL Week 5: PFF Team of the Week, Player Awards (EDGE: Aidan Hutchinson, Detroit Lions. LB: Jack Campbell, Detroit Lions.  Defensive Player of the Week: LB Jack Campbell, Detroit Lions - The Lions’ star defender delivered a dominant performance in the win over the Cincinnati Bengals, earning a 92.8 PFF grade. He recorded five tackles that resulted in defensive stops and added a forced fumble to cap off a standout outing.):  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-week-5-pff-team-of-the-week-player-awards-2

NFL Week 5: Highest-graded plays of the week (Aidan Hutchinson’s sack and forced fumble.  The Lions edge defender is off to an impressive start in the 2025 season, and plays like this show why. He wasn’t fooled by the flea-flicker, beat his blocker for the sack, and forced a fumble in the process. That sequence earned him a +2.0 PFF grade on the play.):  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-week-5-highest-graded-plays-of-the-week

NFL Week 5 Recap: Detroit Lions 37, Cincinnati Bengals 24:  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-week-5-recap-detroit-lions-37-cincinnati-bengals-24-2025

David Montgomery dominates in his hometown as Lions beat Bengals 37-24:  https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap/_/gameId/401772854

Questions, takeaways off every NFL Week 5 game: Patriots shock Bills; Bucs and Titans win thrillers (Detroit 37, Cincinnati 24 - Lions:  Can we believe in Detroit's defense? The D played well against the Ravens, the Browns and -- in stretches on Sunday -- the Bengals under first-year coordinator Kelvin Sheppard. But Cleveland and Cincinnati are struggling on offense, so how will the unit respond to a bigger test in Kansas City? The Lions had seven pass breakups in the first half at Cincinnati, tied for their most in a half since ESPN began tracking in 2009, along with three total interceptions. But Detroit did allow two fourth-quarter touchdown receptions by Bengals wideout Ja'Marr Chase, including a wide-open 64-yard grab.  Stat to know: Lions RB David Montgomery, a native of Cincinnati, registered a rushing touchdown and a passing TD in his first NFL homecoming, while backfield mate Jahmyr Gibbs tallied a receiving TD. Gibbs and Montgomery now have 14 games in which they both have scored a TD, which ties the most for an running back duo in NFL history with the Cowboys' Emmitt Smith and Daryl Johnston. -- Eric Woodyard):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/46435996/nfl-week-5-2025-season-questions-takeaways-lessons-stats-recap-every-game

A Travis Hunter on every NFL team? 32 players who could be two-way threats (Detroit Lions
S Kerby Joseph - Joseph led the NFL with nine interceptions last season and has been able to showcase his elite catching ability despite starring on defense. Joseph also played wide receiver during his junior season (2020) at Illinois, which has helped him develop elite ball skills as a First-Team All-Pro NFL safety. That two-way experience could possibly help him play both sides of the ball, if necessary, within a Lions offense known for being creative with trick plays. However, he hasn't logged any offensive reps in the NFL. -- Eric Woodyard):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/46424640/every-nfl-team-two-way-threat-travis-hunter

NFL stats and records, Week 5: Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield, Emeka Egbuka continue making history (3. Goff finding groove in new Lions offense.  After much overreaction following the Lions' Week 1 loss to the Packers in their first game of the post-Ben Johnson era, Jared Goff and play-caller John Morton have Detroit leading the NFL in scoring offense five weeks into the season. Detroit has scored 161 points over its last four games, including at least 34 in each -- tied for the longest such streak in team history (Weeks 14-17 of last season and a streak from 1952-1953).  Goff, who was 19-for-23 passing for 258 yards and three touchdowns against the Bengals, now leads the NFL with 12 passing touchdowns and a 75.2 percent completion rate. Aaron Rodgers is the only player in the last 15 years to lead the NFL in touchdown passes and completion percentage in the same season, an accomplishment he enjoyed in his 2020 MVP campaign.  Sunday marked the seventh game of Goff's career in which he threw for three touchdowns and completed 80 percent of his passes, tied with Lamar Jackson for the fifth-most of all time. Only Drew Brees (17), Peyton Manning (17), Tom Brady (11) and Rodgers (10) have more.):  https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-stats-and-records-week-5-buccaneers-baker-mayfield-emeka-egbuka-continue-making-history

NFL Week 6 narrative shifts: 11 players, coaches making me a believer; top five MVP Candidates (Coaches - 2.  John Morton Detroit Lions · OC.  So much for all the questions about Ben Johnson’s departure in Detroit. It looked rough in a season-opening loss to Green Bay, but the Lions have rolled offensively since that point with Morton calling the plays. Detroit had the league’s highest-scoring offense last season. It still holds that honor through five weeks this season. That offense has been especially potent over Detroit’s last four contests, as the team has averaged 40.3 points per game. In retrospect, it was silly to think about the Lions' offense taking a significant step back, given all the talent Morton has at his disposal. Detroit has at least one Pro Bowl-level player operating in every part of its offense. There is a major challenge coming next weekend with a road trip to Kansas City, but the Lions should come in feeling confident. This offense is as lethal as it’s ever been.  MOST INTRIGUING GAME OF WEEK 6 - Detroit Lions AT Kansas City Chiefs:  Kansas City looks more promising after rebounding from an 0-2 start, but Detroit will provide a stiff test. The Lions have answered the question of what life will be like with two new coordinators, and it's not too shabby. They’re now riding a four-game winning streak into Arrowhead Stadium, the same venue where they earned a season-opening win in 2023 and established themselves as Super Bowl contenders. There could be a lot of points scored in this contest if both attacks are at their best.  MVP WATCH - A simple ranking of the top five candidates, which will be updated weekly, depending on performance. Here is how it stands heading into Week 6 (with DraftKings odds as of 12:30 a.m. ET on Monday, Oct. 6):  2.  Jared Goff):  https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-week-6-narrative-shifts-11-players-coaches-making-me-a-believer-top-five-mvp-candidates

Cover 32: Turnover machine Geno Smith becoming historic disaster, plus game balls, biggest gaffes from Week 5 (Two-minute drill - Here are some of my quick-hitting takeaways from Week 5:  I have a ton of Detroit Lions stock, but how they played down the stretch (21 fourth quarter points allowed) didn't exactly make me feel great even though it was garbage time.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-week-5-takeaways-geno-smith-raiders-collapse-game-balls-gaffes/

Dak Prescott Staking Early MVP Claim, and What Else We're Learning in Week 5 (Lions: Only the Lions can stop themselves.  The Lions put up 37 points in Sunday’s win over the Bengals in large part due to their defense, which had three takeaways in plus territory (two turned into touchdowns). Cornerback Amik Robertson, safety Kerby Joseph and linebacker Alex Anzalone had one apiece. For as much credit as Detroit’s high-powered offense deserves so far this season, the defense holds its end of the bargain — even if it doesn’t always look pretty.  It’s why these Lions are so tough to beat. They’ll be tested in these next two weeks — they have back-to-back prime-time showdowns against the Chiefs and Bucs, respectively — but they have looked like a team that is their own biggest competitor since the season-opening loss to Green Bay.):  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/what-were-learned-week-5-commanders-chargers-broncos-eagles-cowboys-jets

Quarter Season NFL Awards: MVP, Offensive Player of the Year and More (Protector of the (Quarter) Year
Penei Sewell, tackle, Detroit Lions.  Joe Alt, tackle, Los Angeles Chargers (Tie).  I am sure I’ve stepped in it with the Alt nod, but let me make my case. I think we can agree that Sewell is on another planet right now. However, when Alt exited the Giants game in Week 4 with a high ankle sprain, we saw just how quickly that offense’s passing game evaporated. The Chargers were tortured by a Giants’ pass rush that couldn’t create havoc against the Cowboys two weeks prior, despite leading in a series of very obvious passing situations. Alt has switched positions and was a stabilizing force after the loss of Rashawn Slater. Now, is he playing better than Jordan Mailata? No. But do we have a vivid look at what the team is like with and without Alt? Yes. Sewell is developing into one of the more athletic tackles I’ve ever seen. His matchup against Myles Garrett from Week 4 should be hung in a museum as one of the great edge vs. anchor tackle battles in the modern NFL. His ability to swallow up any sign of stress or difficulty is an immeasurable advantage to a traditional drop-back passer who isn’t inclined to run with the football.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/quarter-season-nfl-awards-mvp-offensive-player-of-the-year-and-more

Week 5 NFL Takeaways: Broncos Prove They’re Getting Better With Win Over Eagles (Quick-hitters - The Lions are a great example of how Week 1 doesn’t mean anything.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/week-5-nfl-takeaways-broncos-beat-eagles-buccaneers-colts


32 things we learned in Week 5: Eagles, Bills mortal as challengers rise (23. But not really a surprise that the Jake Browning-led Stripes couldn’t handle the Detroit Lions, who also have an increasingly strong case to supplant Philly atop the league throne with a four-game heater erasing memories of their Week 1 flop at Green Bay.  24. Detroit got TDs Sunday from RBs Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery – the 14th time both scored in the same game, tying Emmitt Smith and Daryl Johnston for the most games among RB teammates each scoring a touchdown in the Super Bowl era (since 1966).):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/columnist/nate-davis/2025/10/05/nfl-week-5-takeaways-eagles-lose-broncos/86542375007/




Video:





HIGHLIGHT: Goff completes 12-yard TD pass to rookie TeSlaa:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/highlight-goff-completes-12-yard-td-pass-to-rookie-teslaa



HIGHLIGHT: Anzalone secures Lions' third INT of the day:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/highlight-anzalone-secures-lions-third-int-of-the-day

HIGHLIGHT: Joseph snags the 20th interception of his four-year career so far:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/highlight-joseph-snags-the-20th-interception-of-his-four-year-career-so-far

HIGHLIGHT: Trick-play TD! Montgomery throws TD pass to Wright:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/highlight-trick-play-td-montgomery-throws-td-pass-to-wright


HIGHLIGHT: Goff finds LaPorta, who corkscrews into end zone for the TD:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/highlight-goff-finds-laporta-who-corkscrews-into-end-zone-for-the-td











Jared Goff Talks About Lions 4-1 Start:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/1719644

Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone talks about their defensive effort against Cincinnati:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/1719311

MJD ranks his Top 5 teams in NFC right now | 'NFL GameDay Final' (The Lions are ranked 3rd):  https://www.nfl.com/videos/mjd-ranks-his-top-5-teams-in-nfc-right-now-nfl-gameday-final




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