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Brian Branch probably won't be the only Lions player with a big fine from the NFL, Kerby Joseph is likely next, and it has nothing to do with the fight

Sunday night's game was an emotional one for the Detroit Lions. You could tell by the barroom brawl that took place after it. There is no doubt that all eyes are going to be on Brian Branch this week to see if he's going to be suspended.

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Everything Dan Campbell Said Following Detroit Lions Loss to Chiefs

Here is everything Dan Campbell told reporters, following the Detroit Lions 30-17 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Opening statement Let me start with this.

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The 'Most starts by an NFL quarterback' quiz

How many of the 44 NFL quarterbacks to start at least 150 games in the Super Bowl Era (since 1966) can you name in six minutes?

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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.

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Jameson Williams News / Side Lion Report / October 13

Jameson Williams proved he can still put up numbers in loss vs. Chiefs

There isn't much good that could be drawn from the Detroit Lions' embarrassing 30-17 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Wide receiver Jameson Williams' performance was definitely a silver lining, even if it was a minor victory in the grand scheme of things.

Jared Goff News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 13

Ref explains why penalty was called on Jared Goff to negate TD vs. Chiefs

The Detroit Lions were no match for the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday Night Football. Detroit lost 30-17 in a game where they could not stop a nosebleed on defense.

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / Athlon Sports / October 13

Lions Star Amon-Ra St. Brown Makes NFL History Against Chiefs

Amon-Ra St. Brown made nine catches but Lions lost to Kansas City Chiefs, 30-17 St. Brown rewrote the NFL history books with another incredible feat on Sunday night St.

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The 25 best single-game rushing performances in NFL playoff history

To go with Yardbarker's offerings on the best playoff passing and receiving performances, here are the top rushing games in NFL postseason history.

Brian Branch News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 13

Brian Branch Continues To Hurt Lions With Lack of Self-Control

Detroit Lions defensive back Brian Branch, now in his third NFL season, has established himself as one of the league’s very best safeties. Yet, his repeated

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Kerby Joseph News / Side Lion Report / October 13

Kerby Joseph goes scorched Earth in social media frenzy after loss to Chiefs

The Detroit Lions are clearly not feeling the love from the NFL, the Kansas City Chiefs, or the referees that covered their contest against the dynasty squad after their Week 6 loss to them.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 13

3 winners and 4 losers from the Lions loss to the Chiefs, one of these guys shouldn't have been playing Sunday night

The Detroit Lons lost a hard one on Sunday Night, and "disappointed" was the word flying around with the team after this one. We've got three winners and four losers in this one.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 13

Grades: Lions Can't Come Up With Big Stop in Loss to Chiefs

The Detroit Lions were unable to go into Arrowhead Stadium and steal another statement win. In a competitive battle that was closer than the final score indicated, the Lions couldn't get off the field defensively in key situations or find the big play offensively in a 30-17 loss.

Terrion Arnold News / Side Lion Report / October 13

Terrion Arnold silenced doubters without taking a snap in loss to Chiefs

Terrion Arnold is not expected to be out for the entire season, as previously feared by the Detroit Lions. The second year cornerback is now looking down a few weeks of recovery after suffering yet another scary shoulder injury, his second of the season.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 13

Lions most to blame for humbling loss to Chiefs on Sunday Night Football

The Detroit Lions entered Week 6 having rattled off four consecutive wins following an opening-day loss to the Green Bay Packers. They walked into Arrowhead Stadium with a target on their backs, though.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 13

Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown passes Justin Jefferson on all-time NFL list

The Detroit Lions’ win streak came to an end on Sunday, as they saw their four-game undefeated run get snapped in a 30-17 loss on the road at the hands of the reigning AFC champions Kansas City Chiefs.

Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / October 13

Dan Campbell condemns Brian Branch for his cheap shot against Chiefs

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell had zero tolerance toward Brian Branch’s violent act in Sunday night’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Branch hit Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster with an open palm strike as the clock neared zero during Detroit’s 30-17 loss at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / October 13

Lions’ Brian Branch hits JuJu Smith-Schuster in closing seconds of ‘SNF’

Detroit Lions defensive back Brian Branch was in no mood for handshakes to close his team’s Sunday night game against the Kansas City Chiefs. A final Patrick Mahomes kneel-down put the Chiefs seconds away from securing a 30-17 win over the Lions at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo.

Jahmyr Gibbs News / Athlon Sports / October 12

Lions Make Jahmyr Gibbs Announcement During Chiefs Game

Jahmyr Gibbs has had a strong start to his third season with the Detroit Lions. Jahmyr Gibbs has 325 rushing yards and four touchdowns in five games this season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 13

'SNF' takeaways: Chiefs get statement win over Lions

The Kansas City Chiefs overwhelmed the shorthanded Detroit Lions with a 30-17 win behind a historic night from quarterback Patrick Mahomes and a strong defensive showing.

Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs improve to .500 by downing Lions

Lions lose touchdown on illegal motion by Jared Goff

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Brad Holmes News / Side Lion Report / October 12

Lions' struggles on SNF are begging Brad Holmes to acquire obvious trade target

Even without coordinators Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn, the song remains the same for the Detroit Lions. Dan Campbell has his team looking like a Super Bowl contender once again, but the lack of talent at the cornerback position threatens to sink Detroit's ship once again.

Jared Goff News / Larry Brown Sports / October 13