Saturday, October 24, 2026

Lions Links for Saturday 10-24-26

Articles:

'Going back to our DNA' | Lions' secondary looks to build on Week 5 performance following bye:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/going-back-to-our-dna-lions-secondary-looks-to-build-on-week-5-performance-following-bye-mccreary-abney

Why Waiting on Sam LaPorta Deal Could Be Disaster For Detroit Lions:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/why-waiting-sam-laporta-deal-could-be-disaster-for-detroit-lions

'Everybody's Ass Was Tight': Detroit Lions' Defense Loosened Up:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/how-lions-defense-loosened-up-before-cardinals-game

Behind Enemy Lines: Can Lions Slow Down Packers Passing Attack?:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/behind-enemy-lines-can-lions-slow-down-packers-passing-attack





Juice Scruggs is too good to sit, and the Lions already have a pretty obvious way to keep him on the field:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/juice-scruggs-is-too-good-to-sit-and-the-lions-already-have-a-pretty-obvious-way-to-keep-him-on-the-field/


Brad Holmes Hates Losing High Picks, and That Should Push the Lions to Pay Sam LaPorta Soon:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/sam-laporta-lions-contract-brad-holmes-brock-bowers



9 NFL Second-Round Rookies Already Falling Short of the Early-Season Hype (Derrick Moore, EDGE, Detroit Lions:  The Detroit Lions drafted Derrick Moore to hopefully become Aidan Hutchinson's running mate. It's been a fairly slow start for the former Michigan standout, who had an injury throughout the predraft process. Moore has two tackles and is still searching for his first career sack. Pro Football Focus has credited him with four pressures. A bigger impact should eventually arrive.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/onsi/news/9-nfl-second-round-rookies-already-falling-short-of-the-early-season-hype


Packers Media:


Ultimate Mismatch Is Among Three Reasons Why Packers Will Beat Lions:  https://www.si.com/nfl/packers/onsi/ultimate-mismatch-is-among-three-reasons-why-packers-will-beat-lions

Packers Make Big Roster Move, And It’s Not Just Activating Josh Jacobs:  https://www.si.com/nfl/packers/onsi/packers-make-big-roster-move-and-it-s-not-just-activating-josh-jacobs

Packers vs. Lions Score Prediction for NFL Week 7 (Can Detroit Win Crucial NFC North Showdown?):  https://www.si.com/betting/packers-vs-lions-score-prediction-for-nfl-week-7-can-detroit-win-crucial-nfc-north-showdown-2026

Ten Most Important Packers for Pivotal Game Against Lions Features Backup:  https://www.si.com/nfl/packers/onsi/ten-most-important-packers-for-pivotal-game-against-lions-features

 Video - Packers QB Jordan Love on Detroit Lions' Defense:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/packers-qb-jordan-love-detroit-122444274.html

Video - Packers QB Jordan Love on Showdown at Lions:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/packers-qb-jordan-love-showdown-122317591.html


Video - How much do Detroit Lions really value Sam LaPorta?:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/much-detroit-lions-really-value-200606665.html

Video:


TJ Lang On The Current Contract Situation With Sam LaPorta | The Valenti Show with Rico:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/video/tj-lang-on-the-current-contract-situation-with-sam-laporta-the-valenti-show-with-rico-xbqtbju

What Are You Expecting From Brian Branch Is His First Game Back? | Karsch and Anderson:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/video/what-are-you-expecting-from-brian-branch-is-his-first-game-back-karsch-and-anderson-xbqsm8y




Could the Lions defeat the Packers on Sunday?:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-fgk8k36anqdl7n4h
Posted by LionsFan at 8:08 PM 0 comments

Friday, October 23, 2026

Week 7 Predictions

SN Iyer (NFC Game of the Week: Packers at Lions (-3.5, 52.5 o/u) - The Packers love throwing the ball. The Lions are the worst pass defense in the league, but they also have a productive pass rush with Aidan Hutchinson. On the flip, the Packers can give it up on the ground and Detroit figures to feed Jahmyr Gibbs often coming off a bye. The Lions win by protecting Jared Goff and the ball better than Green Bay does around Jordan Love.  Pick: Lions win 31-27 and cover the spread):   https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-picks-predictions-against-spread-week-7/003795dd75b1f2ecea8ee279

SN Bender (LIONS (-3.5) over Packers - NFC North rivals have issues that collide. Green Bay continues to struggle to run the football, but Jordan Love could torch the league's worst pass defense with receivers Christian Watson and Matthew Golden. Jahmyr Gibbs presents a challenge for the Packers' run defense, which has been suspect. Expect Detroit to heat up the pass rush, too. This feels like a potential shootout.  Pick: Lions 34, Packers 28 ):  https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-picks-predictions-week-7-rams-raiders-chiefs-seahawks/1ba0158cfcb2fd8b2cc4eacb

CBS Prisco (Green Bay Packers (+3) at Detroit Lions - The Lions are coming off a bye, which they needed, while the Packers are coming off consecutive victories. They are playing much better on both sides of the ball. The two defenses will be challenged here, but the Lions will be the better offense at home coming off the bye. Lions win it by a tiny margin as both quarterbacks light it up. Pick: Lions 34, Packers 33):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/priscos-week-7-nfl-picks-odds-expert-picks-upsets/

AP Pro (GREEN BAY (4-2) at DETROIT (3-2) - Line: Lions minus 3.  The Packers have won three in a row, the defense has been out and Josh Jacobs is coming back to boost the offense with Micah Parsons working toward his return. The Lions have the league’s worst defense that’s sometimes offset by a prolific offense. This one should be a shootout.  LIONS: 30-26):  https://apnews.com/article/nfl-picks-week-7-2026-8dbe9bb8a30f53253075bb94fd45a7ce

CBS Dajani and Dubin (Green Bay Packers at Detroit Lions (-3) - Dajani (Lions -3): Just take the Over in this matchup. The Lions really burned me coming off the bye last year, losing to J.J. McCarthy, but I'm going to back them in this spot. The concern is, of course, the defense, which ranks dead last in the NFL with 404.4 total yards surrendered per game. HOWEVER, I will mention that Kelvin Sheppard's unit forced five straight three-and-outs from the Cardinals in that 45-21 win in Week 5. Plus, Brian Branch is set to return to the lineup as well. Give me the Lions at home. … Prediction: Lions 35, Packers 30.  Dubin (Lions -3): This one has all the makings of a shootout, with two explosive offenses going back and forth. Jared Goff and Co. are coming off the bye, and they have scored 31 or more points in four of their five games to date — and they scored 26 while piling up 452 yards in the other one. Nobody except maybe Kenneth Walker III is doing it at a higher level than Jahmyr Gibbs right now, either. Meanwhile, Green Bay can throw the ball all over the yard, and everyone throws it on the Lions. Maybe Green Bay can actually run with some efficiency in Josh Jacobs' potential return, but it's not like he was all that efficient last season, either. I lean toward the Lions because they can beat you both ways. … Prediction: Lions 34, Packers 28):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-week-7-picks-experts-patriots-bears-cowboys-eagles/

Football Meteorology For NFL Week 7 (Green Bay Packers at Detroit Lions (-3): Huge game in the NFC North. Detroit comes off a bye and welcomes Brian Branch and Cade Mays to the field, adding two starters in impactful positions. Green Bay won both meetings last season by dominating Detroit in the trenches. But in 2026, the Lions’ lines have been the unquestioned strength of the team, and the Packers have been hit hard by injuries. As long as Jared Goff keeps on protecting the ball and spreading it around, the Lions match up quite well with Green Bay. Could be a huge game for Jahmyr Gibbs against a Packers D that had zero answers for Bijan Robinson a couple of weeks ago--and that was with a healthier Green Bay defense. Lions 37, Packers 27):  https://football.realgm.com/analysis/3727/Football-Meteorology-For-NFL-Week-7

NFL Week 7 picks: Upset and score predictions, matchup breakdowns for every game (All 5 pick the Lions to win by scores of 31-27, 30-26, 31-26, 31-30, 30-28):  https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-picks-week-7-2026-nfl-season

CBS Sullivan (Packers at Lions - Projected score: Lions 33, Packers 26):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-week-7-picks-against-the-spread-vikings-bengals-jets/

TheBigLead NFL Week 7 picks & predictions: Seahawks end Chiefs’ undefeated start (Green Bay Packers at Detroit Lions, 4:25 p.m., Fox:  The Packers are coming in hot after beating down the Dallas Cowboys in Week 6. However, the Lions host this NFC North affair after a bye week, and their offense looks like one of the best in the NFL. Pick: Lions 34, Packers 31):  https://www.thebiglead.com/nfl-week-7-picks-predictions-seahawks-end-chiefs-undefeated-start/

PFT’s Week 7 2026 NFL picks (Packers at Lions - The Detroit defense needs to make a stop, at some point, to win this one.  Lions 28, Packers 27.):  https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/pfts-week-7-2026-nfl-picks

Packers vs. Lions Score Prediction for NFL Week 7 (Can Detroit Win Crucial NFC North Showdown?) (Final Score Prediction: Lions 30, Packers 27):  https://www.si.com/betting/packers-vs-lions-score-prediction-for-nfl-week-7-can-detroit-win-crucial-nfc-north-showdown-2026

USA Today (3 pick the Lions to win by scores of 34-30, 34-28, 28-27.  1 picks the Packers to win 30-24):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl-picks/2026/10/22/nfl-week-7-picks-spread-predictions-locks-chiefs-seahawks-bears-patriots-paris/92363566007/

Our guide to every NFL Week 7 game: Matchup previews, predictions, picks and nuggets (Maldonado's pick: Lions 27, Packers 26.  Moody's pick: Lions 30, Packers 24.  Walder's pick: Packers 34, Lions 27):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50229521/week-7-picks-predictions-schedule-fantasy-odds-2026

Video - Lions vs. Packers | Week 7 preview (5 pick the Lions to win by scores of 30-26, 31-30, 29-27, 30-28, 28-24.  5 Pick the Packers to win by scores of 33-30, 34-28, 33-31, 28-22, 27-24):  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/lions-vs-packers-week-7-preview

Packers vs Lions picks, predictions, odds for NFL Week 7 game Sunday (1 picks the Lions to win 27-25.  1 picks the Packers to win 31-27):  https://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/nfl/2026/10/19/green-bay-packers-detroit-lions-picks-predictions-odds-nfl-week-7/90427149007/

Packers vs. Lions predictions: Detroit's biggest weakness could decide Week 7 (Kauffman and Brinkerhoff (1 Picks the Lions to win 31-27.  1 Picks the Packers to win 34-30):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2026/10/21/packers-vs-lions-prediction-odds-picks-week-7/92357677007/

Lions-Packers Week 7 score predictions from MLive’s beat writers (2 pick the Packers to win by scores of 35-27 and 35-31.  1 picks the Lions to win 24-23):  https://www.mlive.com/lions/2026/10/lions-packers-week-7-score-predictions-from-mlives-beat-writers.html

AtoZ Sports Packers at Lions Final Score Predictions: Experts pick who wins a monster NFC North matchup (3 pick the Packers to win by scores of 27-24, 27-24, 38-21.  1 picks the Lions to win 35-31):  https://atozsports.com/nfl/green-bay-packers-news/packers-at-lions-final-score-predictions/

Packers Wire (3 pick the Packers to win by scores of 30-27, 28-23, 27-24.  1 picks the Lions to win 31-28):  https://packerswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/packers/2026/10/23/packers-wire-staff-predictions-week-7-vs-lions/92406301007/

CBS Breech (Packers (4-2) at Lions (3-2) - The last time these two teams faced each other was on Thanksgiving 2025, which is almost fitting, because the Packers definitely have something to be thankful for this week: the return of Josh Jacobs. After spending the first six weeks of the season on the commissioner's exempt list, Jacobs is finally expected to return this week, and I will not be surprised if Matt LaFleur throws a small party to celebrate.   With Jacobs out of the lineup, the Packers have had the worst rushing attack in the NFL this year and that might actually be an understatement.   Through the first six weeks, they averaged just 59.8 yards per game on the ground, which not only ranks dead last in the NFL but is 17 yards BEHIND the next-closest team.   Not a single running back on the roster has topped 50 rushing yards in a game this season. In the 106-YEAR HISTORY of the NFL, there have only been three teams that have had a winning record through six games without any player topping 50 rushing yards in a single game, and the 2026 Packers are one of them. The last time it happened before this year was 1941. That's right, the Packers' rushing offense has somehow managed to set football back 85 years.  The Packers have been winning in spite of their rushing attack and it's all thanks to a defense that's somehow surviving without Micah Parsons and a passing attack that suddenly looks unstoppable thanks to the emergence of Matthew Golden. At some point over the past month, something clicked with Golden, because he's been one of the best receivers in the NFL over the past four weeks. He's topped 100 receiving yards in three of his past four games, which is pretty wild when you consider that he didn't top 90 yards A SINGLE TIME as a rookie last season. With Golden and Christian Watson, the Packers now have a legit duo and they have it just in time to face a Lions defense that has given up more passing yards this year than any other team. Bryce Young threw for 329 yards against this defense. GENO SMITH threw for 321. Jordan Love might throw for 400. The Packers are finally getting Jacobs back, but the irony is that this is the one week where they might not actually need him.  PICK: Packers (+3) 31-24 over Lions):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-week-7-picks-score-predictions-odds-chiefs-seahawks/

Non-Score Predictions:




ESPN (6 pick the Lions to win.  5 pick the Packers to win):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/picks

SI (6 pick the Packers to win.  2 pick the Lions to win):  https://www.si.com/nfl/week-7-picks-mmqb-staff-expert-predictions

51 Pick the Lions to win.  34 Pick the Packers to win.  Average Predicted Score (1326-1286/48):  Lions 28 Packers 27.
Posted by LionsFan at 10:38 PM 0 comments

Lions Links for Friday 10-23-26

Articles:


NOTEBOOK: St. Brown holds himself to high standard:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/detroit-lions-st-brown-holds-himself-to-high-standard-branch-petzing

Twentyman's Mailbag: How will Lions game plan for Green Bay's big-play offense?:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/mailbag-how-will-detroit-lions-game-plan-green-bay-s-offense-hutchinson-branch-mays


Detroit Lions Had Former Vikings Nose Tackle Visit For Tryout:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-had-former-vikings-nose-tackle-visit-for-tryout

Detroit Lions 2026 Week 7 Friday Injury Report: Two Questionable:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-2026-week-seven-friday-injury-report-two-questionable


Lions Are Facing Packers Team That Will Not Have Key Linebacker:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-are-facing-packers-team-that-will-not-have-key-linebacker

Dan Campbell Loses His Cool Talking About Sam LaPorta:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/dan-campbell-loses-his-cool-talking-about-sam-laporta

Spot the Ball: 10 Thoughts Ahead of Lions Matchup With Packers:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/ten-thoughts-ahead-of-lions-matchup-with-packers-week-seven

Lions OC Drew Petzing on 'Megamind' Nickname: I Do Have a Big Forehead:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-drew-petzing-reacts-megamind-nickname

Grading Trade Proposal With Chargers That Upgrades Lions' Defense:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/grading-trade-proposal-with-chargers-that-upgrades-lions-defense




NFL predictions: 5 keys to a Lions victory over the Packers in Week 7:  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-analysis/177804/lions-vs-packers-predictions-week-7-picks




Sam LaPorta finally explained what he meant by his Lions contract comments, and it makes a lot more sense now:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/sam-laporta-finally-explained-what-he-meant-by-his-lions-contract-comments-and-it-makes-a-lot-more-sense-now/

Lions projected depth chart: Brian Branch is back, Cade Mays takes over at center, and one young defender deserves a bigger role:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/lions-projected-depth-chart-brian-branch-is-back-cade-mays-takes-over-at-center-and-one-young-defender-deserves-a-bigger-role/

Dan Campbell’s response to Sam LaPorta’s contract comments should calm Lions fans down a little:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/dan-campbells-response-to-sam-laportas-contract-comments-should-calm-lions-fans-down-a-little/

Lions Prediction Lab: Detroit has a clear way to beat the Packers, but Green Bay has the perfect counterpunch:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/lions-prediction-lab-detroit-has-a-clear-way-to-beat-the-packers-but-green-bay-has-the-perfect-counterpunch/

The thing that could be holding up Sam LaPorta’s Lions extension — and what the fix could look like:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-thing-that-could-be-holding-up-sam-laportas-lions-extension-and-what-the-fix-could-look-like/


Jared Goff Says Packers Games Count for Two After Detroit Went 2-4 in the Division:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/jared-goff-lions-packers-counts-for-two

After "misconception," Sam LaPorta clears the air: "I want to play for this team":  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/sam-laporta-lions-2678129063

Jack Campbell relates to Sam LaPorta: "There's some truth in both sides":  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/sam-laporta-lions-2678129063

Lions' Campbell on LaPorta's contract comments: 'We're all good':  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50258967/lions-dan-campbell-downplays-sam-laporta-contract-comments

The 10 best NFL player matchups to watch in Week 7 (Green Bay Packers EDGE Lukas Van Ness vs. Detroit Lions T Penei Sewell - Packers-Lions profiles as a monumental showdown in a tightly contested NFC North. Detroit’s elite offense battles an upstart Green Bay defense, where Van Ness and Sewell will throw down for the better part of 60 minutes.  Van Ness has finally delivered his long-awaited breakout in 2026. The former first-round pick has produced a 79.6 PFF pass-rushing grade and 18.6% pass-rush win rate, both of which stand as top-10 marks among qualified edge defenders.  While Sewell had a bit of an adjustment to left tackle, he’s settled in over recent games. Sewell is the league’s highest-graded tackle at a 90.9 mark, and he’s yielded just two pressures over his last three contests compared to five in the first two.  Sewell and Van Ness haven’t seen much of each other over the past three seasons, locking horns just 14 times total. Over eight pass-rushing matchups, the Lions All-Pro has pitched a clean sheet. The Packers will likely need more production from Van Ness if they want to earn a road victory.  Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown vs. Green Bay Packers CB Javon Bullard - Another Lions offense vs. Packers defense matchup, but this one focuses on the slot.  St. Brown hasn’t been quite as prodigious to start the 2026 campaign, earning a 73.9 PFF receiving grade and averaging 1.92 yards per route run. Both of those figures would be his lowest since his rookie campaign in 2021.  Meanwhile, Bullard’s breakout has helped catapult the Packers’ defense. His 79.8 overall PFF grade is the seventh-best among qualified cornerbacks, including an 80.2-plus grade in both coverage and run defense. In slot coverage specifically, Bullard has allowed just 0.61 yards per snap.  St. Brown has gotten the better of the youngster to start his career, catching three receptions for 22 yards and three first downs against Bullard. The two will face off once more with Bullard having taken things to another level.):  https://www.pff.com/news/the-10-best-nfl-player-matchups-to-watch-in-week-7-2


Dan Campbell gets agitated with Lions reporter, walks off after repeated Sam LaPorta questions:  https://www.thebiglead.com/dan-campbell-agitated-lions-reporter-walks-off-sam-laporta-questions/


Packers Media:







It’s One Game, But Check Out Impact Packers-Lions Will Make on Playoff Race:  https://www.si.com/nfl/packers/onsi/it-s-one-game-but-check-out-impact-packers-lions-will-make-on-playoff-race

Wait Continues as Packers G Kevin Zeitler Gets Ready to Face Former Team:  https://www.si.com/nfl/packers/onsi/wait-continues-as-packers-g-kevin-zeitler-gets-ready-to-face-former-team

Video:



Thursday Touchdown | If The Lions Lose The Next 2 Should LaPorta Be Traded? | Costa and Jansen:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/video/thursday-touchdown-if-the-lions-lose-the-next-2-should-laporta-be-traded-costa-and-jansen-xbqhqr6




Sam LaPorta | Are You Upset With His Comments Or The Lions? | Costa and Jansen:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/video/sam-laporta-are-you-upset-with-his-comments-or-the-lions-costa-and-jansen-xbqgfqi

Sam LaPorta Is Becoming Distraction Frustrating Dan Campbell:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/sam-laporta-becoming-distraction-frustrating-173604482.html

Detroit Lions vs Packers Preview: How Detroit Can Win Sunday:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/detroit-lions-vs-packers-preview-170134272.html


Previewing Lions vs Packers, plus College Football:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-1uicpxpjko328xsy


Posted by LionsFan at 10:38 PM 0 comments

Thursday, October 22, 2026

Lions Links for Thursday 10-22-26

Articles:




Week 7 opponent: What the Packers are saying:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/week-7-opponent-what-the-packers-are-saying-jacobs-parsons-gibbs



Lions Sign Returner to 53-Man Roster, Add Safety to Practice Squad:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-sign-returner-to-53-man-roster-add-bryant-to-practice-squad

Detroit Lions Make New Punt Returner Decision Crystal Clear:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-make-new-punt-returner-decision-crystal-clear

Lions Week 7 Game Officiated by One of NFL's Most Flag-Happy Crews:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-week-seven-game-officiated-one-of-nfl-most-flag-happy-crews

Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta Is Biggest Loser In Tone-Deaf Interview:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-sam-laporta-biggest-loser-in-tone-deaf-interview







The Lions just signed a veteran defensive back we thought could help in the secondary and who can also help replace Tom Kennedy:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-lions-just-signed-a-veteran-defensive-back-we-thought-could-help-in-the-secondary-and-who-can-also-help-replace-tom-kennedy/

Lions fans probably aren’t going to get the cornerback trade they want, and the reason is pretty simple:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/lions-fans-probably-arent-going-to-get-the-cornerback-trade-they-want-and-the-reason-is-pretty-simple/

Detroit Lions Now Have a Contract Distraction They Didn’t Need:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/detroit-lions-contract-distraction-sam-laporta-free-agency

Lions Coach Shares Decision on Amon-Ra St. Brown After Unfortunate News:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/trending/lions-deandre-carter-returner-amon-ra-st-brown-tom-kennedy

Detroit's Last-Ranked Defense Makes a Khalil Mack and Donte Jackson Deal Worth Chasing:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-khalil-mack-donte-jackson-trade-chargers

Lions Stock Report After 5 Games: Jared Goff, 2 Defenders Among Those Surging:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-stock-report-after-5-games-jared-goff-2-defenders-among-those-surging

Lions' new return man DeAndre Carter is NFL's active leader in returns:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/deandre-carter-lions

Rising Ennis Rakestraw eager "to play a Cheesehead for real":  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/ennis-rakestraw-lions-2678125202


Barnwell pitches 11 pre-deadline NFL trades: Which teams should deal for Barkley, BTJ and Mack? (Lions attack their defensive flaws - Lions get: Edge Khalil Mack, CB Donte Jackson.  Chargers get: 2027 fourth- and sixth-round picks.  One of the few teams that is very obviously out of the playoff picture, the 0-6 Chargers are staring down a lost season. They're not about to tear down the roster given that Justin Herbert is still only 28 years old, but GM Joe Hortiz also finds himself in a position to move on from veterans who aren't likely to be on the roster in 2028 and beyond.  Jackson fits that bill. The well-traveled cornerback played at a Pro Bowl level last season after going to the Chargers from the Steelers, making him one of many defensive backs to produce career years after joining up with Jesse Minter (who might very well be interested in adding him to play on the outside in Baltimore). This year, though, Jackson has been limited to 113 snaps by hamstring issues.  Mack, who was considering retirement before returning to the Chargers on a one-year deal, would also be an obvious trade candidate. At 35 years old, he is still a valuable edge defender for the Chargers. He has three sacks and six quarterback knockdowns through six games, and Mack's 5.0% quick pressure rate is still well above the league average of 3.9%. Mack has always been solid against the run, and he can step into any defense and be a viable, above-average edge rusher for the remainder of the season if he can stay healthy.  Both players are free agents after the season, and there's a decent amount of money involved here. Jackson is owed $4 million over the remainder of the season, while Mack is due $5.3 million. NFL teams don't necessarily need to cut payroll in a lost season, but the Chargers wouldn't mind adding draft capital for two players who might not be back next seasons, especially if they can save millions of dollars in the process. They could alternately want to eat some of that money to add more draft capital in a potential trade and think the picks are a better use of the cash than players who would be playing out the string for a hopeless team.  Guess who could use an edge rusher and a cornerback? The Lions. DJ Wonnum has a team-high five sacks as he takes advantage of defenses double-teaming Aidan Hutchinson, but Detroit could certainly use another edge rusher to take some of the workload off its two starters and provide some help if Hutchinson or Wonnum go down. And the Lions are incredibly desperate for cornerback help, given that they're relying on the likes of Ennis Rakestraw Jr., Rock Ya-Sin and Roger McCreary for meaningful snaps this season. Jackson would be a cut above those players and a viable second option alongside D.J. Reed, who has also struggled so far this season.  In this deal, the Chargers eat about half of the money owed to Jackson and Mack over the remainder of the season, making the midseason cash expenditure more palatable for the Lions. The Lions have the league's second-best offense in terms of points scored per drive, but the defense needs help. And here Detroit adds two experienced starters on that side of the ball, giving the team a better shot at competing in what's going to be a dogfight in the NFC North.):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50238049/trade-deadline-2026-barnwell-offers-pitches-barkley-thomas

2026 NFL trade deadline: 10 needs for 10 contenders (Detroit Lions - NEED: Man-coverage ace.  Giving up nearly 300 yards per game through the air -- a league worst 297.4, to be exact -- Detroit’s pass defense has hit bottom. Brian Branch’s impending return should provide a significant boost at safety, but cornerback remains a problem. D.J. Reed has yet to validate the three-year, $48 million contract he signed in the 2025 offseason, while 2024 first-round pick Terrion Arnold was released over the summer due to serious legal issues. With an underwhelming collection of corners, Kelvin Sheppard has mostly dialed back Detroit’s usage of man coverage, though the embattled defensive coordinator did just deploy it at a season-high clip of 51.9% percent of the snaps last time out. Clearly, Dan Campbell’s Lions favor aggressiveness, but if they want to play their coverage of choice, they must aggressively pursue a proven asset on the island.):  https://www.nfl.com/news/2026-nfl-trade-deadline-10-needs-for-10-contenders

Most important Week 7 games for playoff races: Ravens-Bengals crucial (2. Packers at Lions - Another key division matchup sees the 3-2 Lions, coming off a bye, host the 4-2 Packers in a big opportunity for both. After a rocky start to the season, Green Bay has won three straight. Detroit, meanwhile, has alternated wins and losses all season. The Packers are 1-1 in division play; this is the Lions' first division game. SportsLine's projections like Detroit a lot, in part thanks to an easy schedule: The Lions still get to play the Dolphins, Buccaneers, Falcons and Titans this season.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/5-most-important-games-playoff-races-week-7/

It wouldn't shock me if ... for NFL Week 7: Bo Nix gets benched (Packers-Lions flirt with 70 total points scored - I think points could come in bunches during this NFC North matchup between the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions to the point where we're flirting with a total of 70 points scored. This would mark just the fourth time this season that two clubs have combined for at least 70 points, and one of those other games already involved the Lions (Week 2 vs. Bills, 72 points scored).   The Lions play at a tremendous pace, running 66.4 plays per game (seventh-highest in the NFL). Not only do they run a lot of plays, but they score a ton, as their 32.8 points per game average ranks second in the league. While Green Bay has a strong pass defense, there's simply too much firepower on the Lions offense to expect them to contain them wire-to-wire, especially as they'll come into this game well-rested after having the Week 6 bye. Moreover, the Lions defense has been Swiss cheese. Yes, they'll be getting star safety Brian Branch back, but this is a unit that has the worst total defense (404.4 yards) and third-worst third-down rate (29.6%) in the NFL entering Week 7. That might improve slightly with Branch, but it's still a weakness that Jordan Love will be able to exploit with Christian Watson and Matthew Golden.   On throws with at least 20 air yards this season, the Lions are allowing an opposing passer rating of 116.2 (fifth-worst in the NFL) and four passing touchdowns (tied for league-high). Over the past two games, Love is second in the NFL in passer rating (135.4) on such throws, so it could be bombs away throughout the afternoon at Ford Field.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/it-wouldnt-shock-me-if-nfl-week-7-bold-predictions-bo-nix/

One Move Every NFL Team Should Make At the 2026 Trade Deadline (Detroit Lions: Add to the secondary
Lions, trade deadline, NFL.  Though Brian Branch is slated to return soon, the Lions’ secondary is still thin and in need of more help. The Lions are 3–2, but it will be hard for them to contend without improving their defense. They lead the league in passing yards allowed (297.4 per game) and rank tied for 28th in EPA per pass allowed (0.20). The Lions should consider adding the corner group, whether that’s calling about Kristian Fulton, Tariq Woolen or another corner they’re interested in. —EG):  https://www.si.com/nfl/trade-deadline/one-move-every-nfl-team-should-make

The Biggest Question for Every NFL Game In Week 7 (Packers (4–2) at Lions (3–2): Sunday, 4:25 p.m. ET - Can the Lions stop Jordan Love and the Packers’ passing attack? 
The Lions’ secondary has become a regular subject in this weekly questionnaire, and it rears its head again as Detroit prepares to take on one of the hottest quarterbacks in the NFL: Jordan Love. Love heads into Ford Field fresh off dicing up the Bears’ and Cowboys’ defenses. Now, he’ll face another weaker secondary in the Lions, which allows the most passing yards per game (297.4). In contrast, Love is third in the NFL in passing yards and second in passing yards on throws of 20 or more yards downfield (402). So long as Christian Watson and Matthew Golden don’t drop too many passes again, Love could have a field day against the Lions.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/biggest-question-every-game-week-7

NFL Week 7 Schedule 2026: Ranking Every Game From Worst to Best (5. Packers (4–2) at Lions (3–2):  The Packers are rolling after a slow start to the 2026 season, and their three-game win streak can be attributed to their suddenly stout defense. Since their disappointing 35–14 loss to the Falcons in Week 3, Green Bay has allowed just 14.6 points per game while logging eight interceptions, recovering two fumbles and sacking opposing quarterbacks eight times. Arguably their toughest matchup yet will come this Sunday afternoon, when they head to Detroit to take on the division-rival Lions, whose offense has been nothing short of spectacular this season. Through six weeks, the Lions are tied for the league lead in points per game (23.8) and fourth in total yards per game (393.8). Meanwhile, quarterback Jared Goff is playing some of the most efficient football of his career, posting a 111.3 passer rating and 13 total touchdowns without committing a turnover.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/nfl-week-7-schedule-2026-ranking-every-game-worst-to-best

13 NFL coordinators under most pressure to turn things around (Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard:  There's nowhere to hide for a Detroit defense that, even after a promising performance against the Cardinals, ranks last in yards allowed per game (404.4, nearly 20 more than the next closest team) and defensive EPA/play (+0.13). A good portion of the Lions' woes can be attributed to personnel shortcomings, particularly in a woefully undermanned secondary. Still, even though Sheppard said it was insulting to suggest his unit was being carried by the offense, how else would you explain the Lions' results this season besides pointing to the disparity between the two groups?  Lions coach Dan Campbell has tried to take the focus away from the defense, saying that all parts of the operation can stand to improve. Even if he ends up being given a good deal more grace than others on this list, Sheppard has to start conjuring solutions for a team at risk of squandering a fifth consecutive season with a top-five offense in both yardage and scoring. Bracketing Cardinals tight end Trey McBride and wide receiver Michael Wilson to keep both in check was a good first step. Still, ultra-versatile safety Brian Branch's season debut comes at a critical time, with Detroit challenged to slow down the Green Bay Packers' explosive downfield passing attack.):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2026/10/22/nfl-coordinators-under-pressure-christian-parker-mike-mcdaniel/92347908007/

Maxx Crosby trade could still happen for the Lions, NFL analyst says:  https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/detroit-lions/news/maxx-crosby-trade-could-lions/6bb84b460bed41f930f77294

‘That’s Where He’s Bitter’ — Ex-NFL QB Points Out Packers’ $75M Move That May Have Led to Sam LaPorta’s Complaint With Lions:  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/ex-nfl-qb-sam-laporta-complaint-lions/



Lions kick off quest to win NFC North with 1st division game of year against surging Packers at home:  https://apnews.com/article/lions-packers-preview-c7c3cf658d284de8e39c97b222ecd5ad

Packers Media:

Packers-Lions Thursday Injury Report: Three Huge Updates for Green Bay:  https://www.si.com/nfl/packers/onsi/packers-lions-thursday-injury-report-three-huge-updates-for-green-bay




The Lions’ heavy offense will stretch the Packers’ thin defensive line:  https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/lions-heavy-offense-stretch-packers-001018864.html

QB Ranking:

NFL quarterback power rankings heading into Week 7 (3. Jared Goff - He threw three touchdown passes and his team scored 45 points and won by 24.):  https://www.thebiglead.com/nfl-quarterback-power-rankings-heading-into-week-7/

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Lions Defensive Line Carrying Defense Early in 2026 NFL Season:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/lions-defensive-line-carrying-defense-191336100.html

FOX 2 Detroit - LIVE | Previewing Lions vs Packers, plus College Football:  https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=cUF0G09ZcmM
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Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Lions Links for Wednesday 10-21-26

Articles:






3 Lions Impacted Most by Brian Branch's Return from Injury:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/3-lions-impacted-most-brian-branch-return-from-injury

Pros and Cons of Detroit Lions Signing RB Najee Harris:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/pros-cons-detroit-lions-signing-najee-harris

Why Lions Like Center Cade Mays Over Juice Scruggs Against Packers:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/why-lions-like-center-cade-mays-over-juice-scruggs-against-packers

Kerby Joseph Posts Intense Workout: Will Safety Play in 2026?:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/kerby-joseph-posts-intense-workout-will-safety-play-in-2026


Dan Campbell hints at who will play alongside Brian Branch at safety:  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-news/177608/brian-branch-return-safety-teammates-lineup-packers


5 Lions vs. Packers thoughts after watching Green Bay’s win over Cowboys:  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-analysis/177416/5-lions-packers-thoughts-green-bays-win-cowboys


3 Sam LaPorta trades the Lions would have to consider, including one that solves their biggest problem:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/3-sam-laporta-trades-the-lions-would-have-to-consider-including-one-that-solves-their-biggest-problem/

Sam LaPorta just said what he’s been feeling about the Lions, and Detroit should probably take it seriously, because it is not good at all:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/sam-laporta-just-said-what-hes-been-feeling-about-the-lions-and-detroit-should-probably-take-it-seriously-because-it-is-not-good-at-all/

Lions mailbag: Gibbs or Goff for MVP, who Detroit could trade for, and can this secondary reach a Super Bowl?:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/lions-mailbag-gibbs-or-goff-for-mvp-who-detroit-could-trade-for-and-can-this-secondary-reach-a-super-bowl/

The first thing the Lions need to know about Green Bay: The Packers are built to attack Detroit’s biggest problem:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-first-thing-the-lions-need-to-know-about-green-bay-the-packers-are-built-to-attack-detroits-biggest-problem/

Dan Campbell just named 4 Lions practice squad players who are starting to make some noise:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/dan-campbell-just-named-4-lions-practice-squad-players-who-are-starting-to-make-some-noise/



Will the Lions Extend Sam LaPorta? His Pardon My Take Comments Say Time Is Running Out:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/sam-laporta-lions-extension-pardon-my-take

Lions Coach Reveals Tom Kennedy's Difficult-to-Replace Quality After Veteran Receiver Lands on IR:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-coach-reveals-tom-kennedys-difficult-to-replace-quality-after-veteran-receiver-lands-on-ir

The Toughest Decision Dan Campbell Must Make Before Critical NFC North Clash vs. Packers:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/the-toughest-decision-dan-campbell-must-make-before-critical-nfc-north-clash-vs-packers

Lions Linked to a DT With 27.5 Sacks Since 2023 and No Guaranteed Money After 2026:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/lions-linked-to-a-dt-with-27-5-sacks-since-2023-and-no-guaranteed-money-after-2026

Lions Named a Fit for a Pass Rusher Less Than Two Years Into a Four-Year Deal:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-josh-sweat-cardinals-trade

Fueled by competition, Christian Mahogany emerging as X-factor for Lions:   https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/christian-mahogany-lions-2678115721

'An elite player in this league': Lions hope Branch's return will transform defense:  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50232574/lions-brian-branch-injury-return-cade-mays-packers

TE LaPorta: Will 'go get paid somewhere else' if no Lions deal:  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50240100/sam-laporta-extension-not-feeling-love-lions

NFL wide receiver rankings: Jaxon Smith-Njigba leads after Week 6, Mike Evans rises to No. 2 (18. Amon-Ra St. Brown, Detroit Lions (down 3):  St. Brown ranks sixth at the position with 55 targets so far this season, and every player with more targets has played one more game than he has. Despite that target volume, the production has been just OK from the Lions’ top target. His 1.92 yards per route run ranks 26th among wide receivers with at least 20 targets.  26. Jameson Williams, Detroit Lions (no change):  Williams and the Lions were on a bye in Week 6, and his ranking remains unchanged. He has averaged 15.3 yards per catch this season, ranking 15th at the position, but his 18.2% drop rate is the seventh-highest among wide receivers.):  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-wide-receiver-rankings

2026 NFL offensive line rankings: Lions retain top spot, Browns ascend (1. Detroit Lions (no change):  The Lions were on a bye this week and retain the top spot they held after Week 5. Penei Sewell has earned a PFF grade above 90.0 in two of the past three games after a slow start, having switched to left tackle, but the biggest story is how quickly right tackle Blake Miller has looked comfortable in the NFL. He has yet to allow a sack in the first four games of his NFL career, and has surrendered just nine pressures from 166 pass-blocking snaps.):  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-offensive-line-rankings-2026

NFL MVP power rankings Week 7: Who's No. 1 as MVP race takes another turn? (Honorable mention: RB Jahmyr Gibbs, Detroit Lions - Gibbs is third in the NFL in scrimmage yards (747) despite playing in only five games thanks to the Lions' Week 6 bye. The rising star running back is also first in the league with his nine touchdowns from scrimmage – one ahead of Josh Allen, Derrick Henry, Kenneth Walker and Javonte Williams.):  https://ftw.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2026/10/21/nfl-quarterback-ranks-whats-wrong-dak-prescott-matthew-stafford/92344088007/

NFL Playoff Picture Week 7: All 4 NFC North teams are in the field for now (7. Lions:  It has been an uneven start thus far for the Lions, but they're in the playoff field as of now, thanks to an offense that puts up the second-most points per game at 32.8. The problem, of course, is a defense that gives up nearly 30 points and more than 400 yards per game. They have shown a better pass rush, and the secondary could welcome Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph back at some point, but vast improvement is needed. They're coming off a bye with two huge games at home upcoming against the Packers and Vikings. Win those and the Lions can really help their chances of reclaiming the NFC North.):  https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/article/nfl-playoff-picture-week-7-all-4-nfc-north-teams-are-in-the-field-for-now-224354556.html

Sam LaPorta Ripped the Lions Over Contract Talks. Here’s What Could Happen Next.:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/sam-laporta-contract-talks-what-could-happen-next

NFL Defense Rankings Week 7: Vikings Stand Alone, Chiefs Rise, Cowboys and Lions Hit Bottom (F Tier: Cardinals, Saints, Dolphins, Bills, Cowboys, Lions. The most fascinating teams in the tier are Buffalo and Detroit because neither resembles a rebuilding club. The Bills and Lions have two of the NFL’s most productive offenses, but their defenses have created an enormous burden for Josh Allen, Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs, and the rest of those units.  Detroit sits last in PFN Defense Impact with a 68.2 grade while allowing 29.6 points per game. Buffalo isn’t much better, ranking near the bottom of the league while allowing 28.5 points per game. As Chadwick noted, both teams have legitimate championship aspirations, which makes their defensive problems much more significant than those of a team already looking toward the future.):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/nfl-defense-rankings-week-7/

‘You Will Be Getting Traded,’ ‘Not the Kind of Comments You Want To Hear’ — Lions Fans Fire Back at Sam LaPorta’s Complaint Over Contract:  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/lions-fans-sam-laporta-contract/



QB Rankings:

2026 NFL Quarterback Power Rankings, Week 7: Brock Purdy holds No. 1 as Josh Allen rises (3. Jared Goff Detroit Lions QB:  Jared Goff has 12 passing touchdowns, two behind Purdy, Trevor Lawrence and Kirk Cousins for the league lead, and zero interceptions in 2026. Goff is also the second quarterback in NFL history with 1,400-plus yards passing (1,485) and no turnovers through five games, along with Drew Brees in the 2018 season. Fresh off his Week 6 bye, Goff still ranks third in the NFL in passer rating (111.3) and fourth in EPA per dropback (0.29). (No change)):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/2026-nfl-qb-power-rankings-week-7-brock-purdy-josh-allen/

NFL quarterback rankings: Brock Purdy moves to No. 1, Matthew Stafford falls (5. Jared Goff, Detroit Lions (up 2):  Goff jumps into the top five despite the Lions being on a bye week. Goff leads the NFL in PFF passing grade at 86.1 through the opening six weeks of the season. His 4.6% big-time throw rate ranks ninth at the position, but crucially, his 0.5% turnover-worthy play rate is the best among quarterbacks with at least 60 dropbacks.):  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-quarterback-rankings

NFL QB rankings, Week 7: Dak Prescott hits season low; C.J. Stroud eclipses Patrick Mahomes (5. Jared Goff - 2026 stats: 5 games | 67.0 pct | 1485 pass yds | 7.8 ypa | 12 pass TDs | 0 INTs | 16 rush yds | 1 rush TD | 4 fumbles.  Jared Goff’s Lions were on a bye, but if you’re in the market for a quietly excellent quarterback, he’s your man.):  https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-qb-rankings-index-week-7-2026-nfl-season

Packers Media:



Video - Matt LaFleur explains why Lions' offense is so challenging to defend:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/matt-lafleur-explains-why-lions-203917945.html

Video - Packers Coach Matt LaFleur on Lions QB Jared Goff:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/packers-coach-matt-lafleur-lions-192339411.html

Video - Packers DC Jonathan Gannon on Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/packers-dc-jonathan-gannon-lions-190209734.html

Video:






How do you see the NFC North playing out? | 'GMFB':  https://www.nfl.com/videos/how-do-you-see-the-nfc-north-playing-out-gmfb

NFL Lessons Learned With Detroit Lions Away Due to Bye Week:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/nfl-lessons-learned-detroit-lions-212408266.html

How big of a deal is Brian Branch's return for the Detroit Lions?:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/big-deal-brian-branchs-return-180908501.html

Detroit Lions Have Dilemma With OL Juice Scruggs:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/detroit-lions-dilemma-ol-juice-130904435.html

What Colts Firing GM Chris Ballard Means For Detroit Lions:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/colts-firing-gm-chris-ballard-191828050.html
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Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Lions Links for Tuesday 10-20-26

Articles:

NOTEBOOK: How the game is slowing down for Ratledge in Year 2:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/notebook-the-game-is-slowing-down-for-ratledge-in-year-2-goff-mccreary-joseph




Lions' defensive trio dominating NFL quarterback pressure rankings:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2026/10/20/detroit-lions-pff-pressures/92261003007/



Lions Biggest Need Ahead of NFL Trade Deadline Is Painfully Obvious:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-biggest-need-ahead-of-2026-nfl-trade-deadline-painfully-obvious

Detroit Lions Bring Back Rookie DL, Cut DL Chris Smith:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-bring-back-rookie-dl-cut-dl-chris-smith

Detroit Lions Week 7 Tuesday Practice Report Sees Full Attendance:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-week-seven-tuesday-practice-report-sees-full-attendance

Mike Valenti Shares Bold Feelings About Lions Not Landing Joey Porter Jr.:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/mike-valenti-shares-bold-feelings-lions-not-landing-joey-porter-jr

Lions 2026 Playoff Standings Update: Divisional Showdowns Loom Large:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-2026-playoff-standings-update-divisional-showdowns-loom-large






Brian Branch’s return changes the Lions’ entire safety plan, and Dan Campbell just hinted at who starts next to him:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/brian-branchs-return-changes-the-lions-entire-safety-plan-and-dan-campbell-just-hinted-at-who-starts-next-to-him/

Dan Campbell gives his clearest answer yet on Kerby Joseph’s 2026 status, and it raises one big question for the Lions:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/dan-campbell-gives-his-clearest-answer-yet-on-kerby-josephs-2026-status-and-it-raises-one-big-question-for-the-lions/

4 Lions trade ideas Detroit should absolutely avoid before the deadline, including one of my own:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/4-lions-trade-ideas-detroit-should-absolutely-avoid-before-the-deadline-including-one-of-my-own/

The Lions need one thing more than anything after the bye, and the last 2 seasons show exactly why:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-lions-need-one-thing-more-than-anything-after-the-bye-and-the-last-2-seasons-show-exactly-why/

Detroit Lions Are Facing a Center Decision Before Their First Division Test:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/cade-mays-juice-scruggs-center-decision-injury-update-starter

Dan Campbell expects Kerby Joseph to play this season: "At some point it's time for football":   https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/kerby-joseph-lions-2678112744

Why Campbell feels better about Lions at 3-2 this year than 5-2 last year:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/dan-campbell-lions-2678108845

QB Accuracy Report: NFL Week 7 (11. Jared Goff - PFF grade:  86.1):  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-qb-accuracy-report

Can Lions defense turn corner with healthy Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph?:  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/lions-kerby-joseph-brian-branch-can-detroit-defense-turn-corner/

NFL trade deadline: Saquon Barkley to Seahawks among 10 moves that need to happen (Riq Woolen to Lions - The defensive backfield situation in Detroit is bleak, and that might be putting it nicely. The NFL's worst pass defense is desperate for help at each secondary position, while Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph remain out with injuries at safety, and the cornerback unit still has not recovered from the loss of Terrion Arnold.  Since the Lions keep scoring at an elite level and own plenty of pieces on the rest of the defense, there might not be a more glaring missing link for a postseason contender than their secondary. They will likely be aggressive at the trade deadline.  Riq Woolen should be there for the taking as the Eagles potentially tear everything down. He signed with them in March on a one-year contract, and given that he is still in his prime, it seems unlikely that he would re-sign with Philadelphia if they commit to a rebuild.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-trade-deadline-10-moves-saquon-barkley-seahawks/

2026 NFL MVP rankings after Week 6: Jordan Love shines vs. Cowboys (7. Jahmyr Gibbs (Detroit Lions) - NFL: Detroit Lions at Arizona Cardinals.  Gibbs is ranked inside the top 5 in rushing yards and touchdowns through Week 6. The Lions may have countless offensive weapons, but the team’s RB1 looks by far the most dynamic. He’s certainly in the MVP consideration for his rushing and pass-catching abilities.):  https://www.thebiglead.com/2026-nfl-mvp-rankings-week-6-jordan-love-cowboys/

Week 7 NFL MVP Power Rankings: Smith-Njigba, Walker III leap upward (6. Jared Goff, QB, Detroit Lions.  9. Jahmyr Gibbs, RB, Detroit Lions):  https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/touchdown/2026/10/20/week-7-nfl-mvp-power-rankings-smith-njigba-walker-iii-leap-upward/92349855007/


QB Ranking:

QB Stock Market Week 7: Is C.J. Stroud Back? Is Patrick Mahomes Evolving? (7. Jared Goff, Detroit Lions):  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/qb-stock-market-week-7-c-j-stroud-back-patrick-mahomes-evolving

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Dan Campbell Is Optimistic After The Bye Week - Are You? | Costa and Jansen:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/video/dan-campbell-is-optimistic-after-the-bye-week-are-you-costa-and-jansen-xbpvj36

The Detroit Lions should NOT trade for Derwin James:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/detroit-lions-not-trade-derwin-174357067.html

Jared Goff Cannot Repeat Arizona’s First-Quarter Disaster:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/jared-goff-cannot-repeat-arizona-013357922.html


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