Monday, October 5, 2026

Lions Links for Monday Evening 10-5-26

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Lions Injury Updates: Tyleik Williams, Ya-Sin, Branch Set to Return:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-injury-updates-tyleik-williams-ya-sin-branch-set-to-return

Lions Week 4 Snap Counts Reveal Coaches Sticking With Worst Unit:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-week-2024-snap-counts-reveal-coaches-sticking-with-worst-unit

Everything Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff Said After Panthers Loss:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/everything-detroit-lions-qb-jared-goff-said-after-panthers-loss


Dan Campbell Must Send Clear Message By Firing Kelvin Sheppard:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/dan-campbell-must-send-clear-message-by-firing-kelvin-sheppard



Dan Campbell says changes are coming to the Lions defense, what they can show that they haven’t already seems so easy to do:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/dan-campbell-says-changes-are-coming-to-the-lions-defense-what-they-can-show-that-they-havent-already-seems-so-easy-to-do/

Dan Campbell just made an honest admission about how the 2-2 Lions have to win games, and it’s a harsh reality:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/dan-campbell-just-made-an-honest-admission-about-how-the-2-2-lions-have-to-win-games-and-its-a-harsh-reality/

3 things the Lions have to change right now if they want to save their 2026 season:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/3-things-the-lions-have-to-change-right-now-if-they-want-to-save-their-2026-season/

What the box score didn’t tell you: The most frustrating part of the Lions’ defensive disaster wasn’t the 32 points — it was what happened right before them:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/what-the-box-score-didnt-tell-you-the-most-frustrating-part-of-the-lions-defensive-disaster-wasnt-the-32-points-it-was-what-happened-right-before-them/

Lions cornerback trade: 3 teams Brad Holmes should call Monday morning, including one big swing:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/lions-cornerback-trade-3-teams-brad-holmes-should-call-monday-morning-including-one-big-swing/

The Lions should seriously consider taking defensive play-calling away from Kelvin Sheppard after rock bottom in Carolina; who the realistic replacements are now:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-lions-should-seriously-consider-taking-defensive-play-calling-away-from-kelvin-sheppard-after-rock-bottom-in-carolina-who-the-realistic-replacements-are-now/

4 Overreactions to Lions’ Loss to Panthers in Week 4, Including Firing Kelvin Sheppard:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/4-overreactions-lions-kelvin-sheppard

Lions Snap Counts Show Isaac TeSlaa Playing a Season-High Share vs. Panthers:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-snap-counts-analysis-week-4-panthers

Detroit Lions Have a Pass-Defense Problem They Can’t Keep Outrunning:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/detroit-lions-have-pass-defense-problem-they-cant-keep-outrunning

Sam LaPorta’s Stock Jumps, Kelvin Sheppard’s Tumbles in Lions’ Loss to Panthers:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/sam-laportas-stock-jumps-kelvin-sheppards-tumbles-in-lions-loss-to-panthers

Jared Goff Makes Unfortunate NFL History After 4 Lions Games:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/trending/jared-goff-unfortunate-nfl-history-after-four-lions-games

Dan Campbell Defends Lions Coach After Another Rough Performance:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/dan-campbell-defends-lions-coach-rough-performance


Lions lose to Panthers: What Dan Campbell said about defensive woes in 32-26 defeat:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/lions-lose-panthers-what-dan-campbell-said-about-defensive-woes-32-26-defeat

NFL Week 4: Team of the Week & Player Awards (LG: Christian Mahogany, Detroit Lions.  EDGE: Aidan Hutchinson, Detroit Lions.  OFFENSIVE LINE OF THE WEEK: DETROIT LIONS - The Lions lost to the Carolina Panthers on Sunday Night Football, but their offensive line performed well in the loss. Four of the five starters earned PFF grades above 70.0, and all but right tackle Blake Miller recorded pass-block win rates above 94.0%.):  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-week-4-team-of-the-week-player-awards

Lions are wasting their Super Bowl window without defensive overhaul:  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/dan-campbell-lions-wasting-super-bowl-window-defensive-overhaul/

Cover 32: Packers don't instill any faith on possible playoff run, plus game balls, biggest gaffes from Week 4 (Two-minute drill - Here are some of my quick-hitting takeaways/notes from Week 4:  The Lions are an absolute mess on defense, and I'm not sure the looming returns of Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph will be enough to fix things.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-cover-32-packers-ceedee-lamb-week-4/

Grades:

Lions Grades: Offensive Rally Can't Mask Defensive Disaster:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-grades-offensive-rally-cannot-mask-defensive-disaster


We graded every Lions player from Sunday’s loss, and the gap between Detroit’s best and worst was massive:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/we-graded-every-lions-player-from-sundays-loss-and-the-gap-between-detroits-best-and-worst-was-massive/

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Aidan Hutchinson Calls In To Talk Lions Loss To Panthers And The Defense | Karsch and Anderson:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/video/aidan-hutchinson-calls-in-to-talk-lions-loss-to-panthers-and-the-defense-karsch-and-anderson-xbiivze





Detroit Lions Should Fire Defensive Coordinator Kelvin Sheppard:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/detroit-lions-fire-defensive-coordinator-221157476.html

Do the Lions need to make a change at defensive coordinator?:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/lions-change-defensive-coordinator-174236984.html


Posted by LionsFan at 8:44 PM 0 comments

Lions Links for Monday Morning 10-5-26

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NOTEBOOK: Campbell focused on finding ways to improve after SNF loss to Panthers:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/detroit-lions-dan-campbell-finding-ways-to-improve-snf-loss-carolina-panthers

RECAP: Lions at Panthers:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/recap-lions-at-panthers-bates-goff-gibbs



Takeaways From Detroit Lions 32-26 Loss Against Carolina Panthers:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/takeaways-from-detroit-lions-32-26-loss-against-carolina-panthers



Lions, Panthers recap: Detroit can’t overcome defensive disaster, lose 32-26:  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-game-recaps/175674/lions-vs-panthers-live-score-updates-highlights-analysis

Dan Campbell on Kelvin Sheppard's job: "I'm not talking about all that":  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/kelvin-sheppard-lions-dc

Detroit Lions defense abused in loss to Panthers:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/lions-panthers


3 Lions winners and 6 losers from the Panthers loss: Jameson Williams finally broke through, but Detroit’s defense hit rock bottom:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/3-lions-winners-and-6-losers-from-the-panthers-loss-jameson-williams-finally-broke-through-but-detroits-defense-hit-rock-bottom/

What We Learned About the Lions: The Lions have learned nothing from themselves and this felt like rock bottom:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/what-we-learned-about-the-lions-the-lions-have-learned-nothing-from-themselves-and-this-felt-like-rock-bottom/

Chiefs, Vikings, 49ers stay unbeaten? Rams, Cowboys pull comebacks? Our reporters make sense of Week 4 (Lions:  How aggressive should the Lions be at the trade deadline to bolster their leaky secondary? Extremely. The secondary needs help immediately, as it took another hit when CB Rock Ya-Sin was ruled out during the second half with a hamstring injury. But even before that, Detroit's defense struggled and has now allowed 127 total points through the first four games. The Lions had no answers for McMillan, who torched them with 14 receptions for 192 yards and two touchdowns. Last week, coach Dan Campbell confirmed that Detroit was engaged in trade talks for CB Joey Porter Jr. Porter ended up in Dallas, but the Lions were "very much on" the pursuit of him for secondary help. Sunday's loss is the most recent example of why they need immediate help in the defensive backfield.  Key stat to know: Lions WR Jameson Williams logged his first 50-yard game of the season. After a slow first three games, Williams was unlocked Sunday, as he produced his best game of 2026 with six catches for 102 yards, including a 49-yard reception from Goff that set up a game-tying field goal at the end of the second quarter. -- Eric Woodyard):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50077236/week-4-sunday-games-takeaways-questions-2026

Campbell, players back DC Sheppard after Lions' defensive woes continue:  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50107855/lions-campbell-discuss-dismissing-dc-sheppard-loss

'Everything just clicked' with McMillan, Young in Panthers' primetime win:  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50107710/tetairoa-mcmillan-bryce-young-star-panthers-defeat-lions

Young, McMillan connect for 2 TDs to lead Panthers past Lions 32-26:  https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap/_/gameId/401872978

2026 NFL season, Week 4: What We Learned from Sunday's games (Panthers 32 Lions 26 - Grant Gordon's takeaways:  1. King Tet puts on show for all to see. If the national audience was not aware of the talent and promise possessed by Tetairoa McMillan, the 2025 AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year introduced himself emphatically on Sunday night. McMillan was next door to uncoverable, torching the Lions for career-best numbers in the first half alone and teaming up with Bryce Young for a huge win. All victories count the same in the standings, but some just resonate more. The Panthers besting a perennial NFC contender in a ballyhooed return to a standalone game speaks volumes. More so, it’s a large step forward in Carolina’s hopes of repeating as NFC South champions. McMillan took plenty of very big steps against Detroit. None were as pretty to watch as when the 2025 first-rounder hauled in an absolutely gorgeous deep ball from Young for a 32-yard touchdown in the second quarter. McMillan bulled through press coverage by D.J. Reed and caught the pass in stride to vault the Panthers ahead. His TD was one of nine catches for 147 yards in the opening half. He’d waste little time in building up his career-high statistics (14 receptions for 192 yards and two touchdowns), with Young hitting him on the first play from scrimmage in the second half and soon after for a 10-yard score. This was a big night for Charlotte and an even bigger performance for all the world to see for King Tet.  2. Lions can’t keep up. Curious as it sounds, the Lions showed up to a shootout underarmed. Boasting the No. 3 scoring offense in the NFL coming into Week 4, the Lions settled for Jake Bates field goals while the Panthers, the league’s No. 5 scoring offense, found pay dirt. In a 16-all ballgame at halftime, the Lions had scored four times, but three were Bates field goals. By the time he kicked his fourth three-pointer of the game, the Panthers had pulled ahead on a second McMillan TD and weren’t looking back. Though it’s hardly an ideal formula, these Lions are going to need to light up the scoreboard to win games, and while Jared Goff (412 passing yards, TD pass), Jahmyr Gibbs (77 scrimmage yards, rushing TD) and Jameson Williams (six receptions for 102 yards) each had swell evenings, it just wasn’t enough. The Lions' offense shouldn’t need to be perfect, but maybe it needs to be. Dead last in points allowed, Detroit’s defense has now relinquished season-highs in points to every one of its opponents. Any hopes that the Lions’ defense was headed in the right direction after a 31-24 win in Week 3 versus the Jets seem to be derailed. Granted, the Lions were able to hold Carolina late, with Aidan Hutchinson leading the charge and leaving the door open for Goff to close out a comeback. Instead, the Lions went four-and-out. The Detroit offense must be a juggernaut if high expectations are to be realized, because the Lions' defense continues to be a pushover.  3. Bryce, Panthers ready for prime time. This is a pivotal season as it relates to Bryce Young being Carolina’s franchise quarterback. Will he get an extension? If so, when and how lucrative will it be? Thus far, he’s had an excellent season. He was the league’s leading passer coming into the week. No performance, however, was more impressive or meaningful than this one. Young, playing behind a depleted offensive line began the evening completing his first 11 passes. He ended it with 329 passing yards, a pair of TDs and no turnovers. Not since Week 13 of 2016 had the Panthers played on Sunday Night Football. Hence, this wasn’t just Carolina’s return to the league’s prime-time staple, but the debut for Young and McMillian. The talented tandem was most certainly ready for prime time, carving up a porous Lions pass defense. The Panthers will sit tied for first place in their division through four weeks and are more than capable of shining under the bright lights.  Next Gen Stats Insight for Lions-Panthers (via NFL Pro): Jared Goff was pressured on 34% of his dropbacks, but every Panthers pressure loomed large. With no pressure (66% of his dropbacks), Goff completed 25 of 35 passes for 348 yards, a touchdown and a 112.6 rating. Under pressure, Goff was 7 of 17 for 64 yards and a 52.1 rating. Patrick Jones II led the Panthers with five QB pressures.  NFL Research: Bryce Young joined Cam Newton as the only Panthers in franchise history with 300-plus passing yards and multiple touchdown passes in a prime-time game.):  https://www.nfl.com/news/2026-nfl-season-week-4-what-we-learned-from-sunday-s-games

NFL Week 4 Recap: Detroit Lions 26, Carolina Panthers 32:  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-week-4-recap-detroit-lions-26-carolina-panthers-32

Tetairoa McMillan has career night as Panthers hold off Lions:  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/panthers-vs-lions-live-updates-score-highlights/live/



The Lions’ Once-Bright Window Is Closing Quickly After Loss to the Panthers:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions-window-closing-quickly-loss-to-panthers









Panthers torch secondary as Detroit defense falters again in 32-26 loss:  https://apnews.com/article/lions-panthers-c656fc51252f464f19c3decd5be729e6

‘This Defense Is Bad Bad,’ ‘The Defense Continues to Fail This Team’ — Darius Slay, Lions Writers Rip Detroit After Tetairoa McMillan’s 192-Yard Night:  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/lions-loss-reaction-panthers-week-4-2026/

Grades:  

Week 4 grades: Bears earn 'A-' thanks to elite coaching (Panthers (2-2) 32-26 over Lions (2-2) - Lions:  C.  If there's been one recurring theme with the Lions through four weeks, it's that their defense can't stop anyone and that was once again the case on Sunday night. The Lions forced a punt on Carolina's opening possession but then gave up seven straight scoring drives after that. Their pass-rush struggled to get to Bryce Young and the secondary couldn't cover Tet McMillan. When your defense struggles to make any stops, that puts your offense in a spot where it has to be nearly perfect all game. Unfortunately for the Lions, their offense wasn't quite perfect.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-week-4-grades-for-all-32-teams-bears-bengals-patriots-rams/

Video:








Lions vs. Panthers highlights | Week 4:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/lions-vs-panthers-highlights-week-4

Jameson Williams' best plays from 102-yard game vs. Panthers | Week 4:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/jameson-williams-best-plays-from-102-yard-game-vs-panthers-week-4

Jared Goff's best plays from 412-yard game vs. Panthers | Week 4:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/jared-goff-s-best-plays-from-412-yard-game-vs-panthers-week-4


Jahmyr Gibbs pushes past Panthers' defense for TD on 'SNF':  https://www.nfl.com/videos/jahmyr-gibbs-pushes-past-panthers-defense-for-td-on-snf

Jake Bates' 41-yard FG ties the game 16-16 just before halftime:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/jake-bates-41-yard-fg-ties-the-game-16-16-just-before-halftime

Jake Bates 43-yard FG trims Panthers' lead 7-6 on 'SNF':  https://www.nfl.com/videos/jake-bates-43-yard-fg-trims-panthers-lead-7-6-on-snf

Jared Goff's 49-yard dart to Williams gives Lions red-zone access vs. Panthers:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/jared-goff-s-49-yard-dart-to-williams-gives-lions-red-zone-access-vs-panthers

Goff dials up LaPorta for 7 yards to convert on fourth down:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/goff-dials-up-laporta-for-7-yards-to-convert-on-fourth-down

Jared Goff darts pass to Sam LaPorta for 25-yard catch and run:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/jared-goff-darts-pass-to-sam-laporta-for-25-yard-catch-and-run


St. Brown uses his strong hands to secure 18-yard reception:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/st-brown-uses-his-strong-hands-to-secure-18-yard-reception

Alim McNeill brings down Bryce Young ending Panthers' drive:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/highlight-mcneill-brings-down-young-ending-panthers-drive

Lions vs. Panthers Week4 SNF Recap | NFL Daily:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/lions-vs-panthers-week4-snf-recap-nfl-daily

Lions defense torn to shreds again. Is Kelvin Sheppard on hot seat?:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/lions-defense-torn-shreds-again-054254975.html


Instant Reaction to Detroit Lions 32-26 Loss to Panthers:  https://sports.yahoo.com/videos/instant-reaction-detroit-lions-32-035407033.html

Posted by LionsFan at 5:30 AM 0 comments

Sunday, October 4, 2026

Pre-Game Lions Links for Sunday 10-4-26

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Setting Lions Fans Expectations For Isaac TeSlaa Against Panthers:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/setting-lions-fans-expectations-for-isaac-teslaa-against-panthers

Key Matchup Detroit Lions Must Win Against Carolina Panthers:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/key-matchup-detroit-lions-must-win-against-carolina-panthers

Roundtable: Previewing Lions Week 4 Matchup Against Panthers:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/roundtable-previewing-lions-week-4-matchup-against-panthers





Sources: LaPorta, Lions break off contract talks after negotiations stall:  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50094193/sources-sam-laporta-lions-break-contract-talks

NFL weather report for Week 4: Lions, Panthers face rainy SNF forecast:  https://www.thebiglead.com/nfl-weather-report-week-4-lions-panthers-face-rainy-forecast/

Panthers Media:


Video:

Lions looking for first back-to-back wins in a year:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-v71xig3zyecqzb9s

Jared Goff v. Bryce Young quarterback comparison:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-tkztib45kzaukoh6

WIRED FOR SOUND: Lions beat Jets, sounds from the game:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-sm8nhwfpqldgp6x7

1-on-1 with Lions running back Sione Vaki:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-2k397c76e8ovsu07

1-on-1 with Detroit Lions special teams coordinator Dave Fipp:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-dt7evi5nlgmudlma

Woody Wonders: Juice Scruggs on his obsession with LEGO:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-obz30at6ixcfhx57

JARED GOFF: Detroit Lions have a lot of offensive weapons:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-9698b47qsko2rjwx

3 keys to a Lions victory over the Panthers:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-r4zjeke07g7hgipl

LIONS GAMEDAY LIVE: Detroit prepares for road test with Carolina Panthers:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-89cu1udfj1rlvg2n


Posted by LionsFan at 7:27 PM 0 comments

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

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