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Jaxson Dart adds a wrinkle to Lions' game planning ahead of Week 12

The Detroit Lions' run defense has been one to behold this season, especially since the return of Alim McNeil to the starting lineup. Teams are averaging 99.7 rushing yards per game against the Lions' defensive front and their rock-solid linebacker core of Jack Campbell and Alex Anzalone.

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Odds Lions Beat Giants Week 12

The Detroit Lions, after playing on the road two straight weeks, return home Sunday to face the N.Y. Giants. Kickoff for the Week 12 contest is set for 1 p.m.

Aidan Hutchinson News / Yardbarker / November 20

Aidan Hutchinson challenges Lions regarding stretch of home games

The 6-4 Detroit Lions find themselves on the outside looking in regarding the playoffs heading into Week 12.

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Jared Goff News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 20

Lions Jared Goff Worried About Winning, Not Offensive Consistency

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff is more concerned about the overall outcome of games than worrying about offensive consistency. Against the Philadelphia Eagles, the Lions only scored at total of nine points and again struggled with third-down efficiency and concerting on fourth-down.

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College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

NFL draft stock is fluid from the start of the college football season until it concludes. These 20 players have risen up draft boards in 2025 as a result of their strong start to the season.

Jahmyr Gibbs News / Side Lion Report / November 20

Jahmyr Gibbs has proven reliably worthy of workhorse back role for Lions

Three times in their last five games, the Detroit Lions have put up less than 320 yards of offense and they've lost all three. Outside of Week 10 against a bad Washington Commanders defense, the offense has not looked good over those five games.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 20

Lions' DC Declared Rising NFL Head Coaching Candidate

It hasn't taken long for first-year Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard to garner national attention. In his first season leading the Lions' defense, Sheppard has led his group to success amidst Detroit's 6-4 start.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / November 20

Jared Goff speaks on his gloves, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and his message to fans

Alarm bells are going off after the Detroit Lions' disastrous 16-9 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, and at the center of it all is quarterback Jared Goff.

Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / November 20

Giants lug losing streak to Detroit, Lions hungry for consistency

Dan Campbell resembled a genius playcaller one week and a reckless, ineffective one the next. The Detroit Lions coach didn't lose his mind in a few short days.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 19

Lions have 5 star players miss practice before Giants game

The Detroit Lions enter Week 12 staring at a harsh reality. Their injury list is growing at the worst possible time. As they prepare to host the New York Giants, five star players missed practice on Wednesday.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Dan Campbell News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 19

Lions HC Dan Campbell ‘hopeful’ major defensive piece will return in Week 12

After the Detroit Lions lost to the Philadelphia Eagles, much was made of the offensive struggles. But the defense performed well, and coach Dan Campbell believes that there is a chance that an injured Lions cornerback could return this week to help the defense, according to Lions’ beat writer Colton Pouncy.

David Montgomery News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 19

Lions 'Always' Want to Get David Montgomery More Carries

The Detroit Lions would like to be able to rush the football more effectively, especially against opponents that are not as stout against the run. Heading into the contest against the Philadelphia Eagles, it was expected Detroit's ground game could be utilized heavily, given Vic Vangio's unit had struggled early in the season against the run.

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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / November 19

Lions head coach Dan Campbell sends a strong message about quicksand

Ok, before you ask, no, there are no quicksand pits inside of Ford Field. You do not have to worry about Amon-Ra St. Brown or any of the Detroit Lions falling into one on Sunday.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 19

Lions playoff chances: Is Detroit still the favorite to win NFC North?

The Detroit Lions may still be reeling after losing on Sunday Night Football. Detroit melted down against Philadelphia, going 0-for-5 on fourth-down attempts and stalling out on offense.

Jameson Williams News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 19

Lions Teammate Says Jameson Williams May Not Have Known Rule

Jameson Williams has been catching heat online by a certain segment of the Detroit Lions fanbase for hugging the goalpost after scoring a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 19

Why Was Connection Between Jared Goff, Amon-St. Brown Way Off?

The Detroit Lions are counting on wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown to lead the offense to success. After earning a hefty contract extension, the former fourth-round pick has emerged as one of the most reliable offensive weapons in the National Football League.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / November 19

Lions O-line woes don't have an immediate fix ahead of Giants game

The Green Bay Packers, Dallas Cowboys, and Los Angeles Rams are all lying in wait for the Detroit Lions. While Detroit has to first get through the solid defense helmed by the New York Giants, it's these three games that could threaten to unseat the Lions' (still) best odds of winning the NFC North and clinching a postseason appearance.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 19

Vegas Believes Detroit Lions Will Dominate New York Giants

Vegas oddsmakers expect the Detroit Lions to right the ship in Week 12 against the N.Y. Giants. Despite a deflating 16-9 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / Total Apex Sports / November 19

Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown Is Starting To Have A Problem With Drops

The Detroit Lions offense has faced its share of challenges this season, from injuries along the offensive line to general inconsistency. While many issues have been apparent, a more subtle problem has emerged from one of the team’s most reliable players: wide receiver Amon-Ra St.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 19

The Giants' biggest weakness presents the chance for a big bounce-back game for the Lions' offensive line

There's no secret that the Detroit Lions' offensive line was probably the biggest culprit in the Lions' loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 11. More specifically, the interior of the line got beaten up quite a bit against arguably the best interior defensive line in the NFL.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / November 19

Detroit Lions Aren’t Worried About Making The Playoffs

The Detroit Lions’ defense was exceptional Sunday night, limiting the Philadelphia Eagles to their lowest point total all season and shutting down the infamous “tush push.” However, the 16-9 loss exposed ongoing issues that led to the Lions’ worst offensive performance in the Dan Campbell era.

Jameson Williams News / EasySportz / November 19

Jameson Williams Is Breaking Out For Real on The Lions

Why his rise is built on talent, trust and repeatable production Jameson Williams is done waiting. Detroit is done hoping. What we are watching now is a Lions receiver stepping into his potential and proving that his surge is real, earned and sustainable.

Malcolm Rodriguez News / Pro Football Rumors / November 18