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Sam LaPorta injury update: Dan Campbell reveals grim news on Lions star TE

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell announced superstar tight end Sam LaPorta has recently undergone back surgery to address an injury that sent him to injured reserve and any chance of him returning this season is “very, very slim.” “(LaPorta) did have a procedure, alright, and he’s going to be out for awhile, awhile.

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Lions TE Sam LaPorta Has Procedure, 'Slim' Chance to Return in 2025

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta has likely played his last snap this season. Speaking to local reporters prior to practice on Friday morning, head coach Dan Campbell expressed LaPorta had a procedure that went well on his injured back and that he felt there was really a 'slim' chance the second-round pick would return this season.

Tate Ratledge News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 21

Goofy Tate Ratledge Story Goes Viral

The internet really is a funny place. This week, a completely fake story about Detroit Lions rookie offensive lineman Tate Ratledge circulated around the internet.

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The '2022 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

How many of the starting quarterbacks to begin the 2022-23 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL passing YPG leaders' quiz

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 21

'It Won't Happen Again': Lions Need Top WR to Rebound

The Detroit Lions’ passing game has long relied on the tremendous rapport between Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jared Goff, a partnership that has anchored the offense through multiple seasons. However, in recent weeks, that connection has dissipated in ways the Lions aren’t accustomed to seeing – and in ways they cannot afford to let linger.

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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.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 21

Who Has Edge in Lions' Matchup with Giants?

The Detroit Lions are looking to continue their run of nearly three years without losing back-to-back games. Sunday, they will have an opportunity to keep

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 20

Lions 'Dancing Bear' Nose Tackle Enjoys Playing Defensive End

Detroit Lions defensive tackle Alim McNeill was still able to stay on the field, despite rookie Tyleik Williams playing 36 defensive snaps against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Tate Ratledge News / A to Z Sports / November 20

No, Lions rookie Tate Ratledge didn't really ask for Thanksgiving off

What a world we're living in these days, right? Media literacy is kind of at an all-time low. We won't say much more than that, other than to say that

Jameson Williams News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 20

Lions WR Jameson Williams Makes Surprising Revelation

Detroit Lions wideout Jameson Williams admitted to reporters after practice on Thursday he was not aware jumping into the goalpost was a penalty that could be flagged by officials.

Khalil Dorsey News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 20

Lions Designating CB Khalil Dorsey To Return From IR

Justin Rogers reports the Lions are designating CB Khalil Dorsey to return from injured reserve. Dorsey has 21 days to return to practice and get activated to the 53-man roster or he will revert to injured reserve for the rest of the year.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / November 20

Amon-Ra St. Brown dispels assumption about Jameson Williams' celebration penalty

Against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 11, trailing 6-0 in the second quarter, the Detroit Lions' offense needed something, anything, to break the seal of ineptitude.

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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'

Detroit Lions News / Viral Sports News / November 20

Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson Joins Micah Parsons in Historical Category

As the Detroit Lions sit at 6-4 and trail both the Chicago Bears (7-3) and Green Bay Packers (6-3-1) in the NFC North, there’s still plenty of reason for optimism in the Motor City.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 20

Two Key Detroit Lions Defensive Backs Still Not Practicing

The Detroit Lions returned to the practice field on Thursday afternoon, after the team held a walkthrough to start the week on Wednesday. Those not spotted at the portion of practice open to the media included safety Kerby Joseph and cornerback Terrion Arnold, who remains in the league's concussion protocol.

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NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 20

Why Lions Felt Fake Punt Would Work Against Eagles Starting Defense

The Detroit Lions were not able to execute on a fake punt attempt against the Philadelphia Eagles. A deeper look at the play caused many to wonder why Detroit's special team's unit would try a fake punt againt the starting defense of the Eagles.

Sam LaPorta News / Side Lion Report / November 20

Former player said what every Lions fan already knew about Sam LaPorta

The issues for the Detroit Lions' offense in Week 11 against the Philadelphia Eagles can't be pinned on a single person. Multiple players played a part in the struggles, and Dan Campbell's lack of restraint on fourth down only exacerbated things.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 20

Kelvin Sheppard: Lions' Defense Are 'Firefighters'

The Detroit Lions' defense has been put in a variety of situations in which the unit is expected to make plays or prevent an opponent from scoring, even though the offense had put them in a precarious situation.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 20

Giants vs. Lions bold predictions for Week 12 clash

Most NFL teams have been categorized as either contenders or pretenders headed into Week 12 of the 2025 season. The Week 12 slate features a handful of great matchups, but there are also a few games that could get into blowout territory.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / November 20

Two Lions' position coaches are being eyed for future NFL head coaching jobs

I know Detroit Lions fans absolutley hate it, but this is what happens when you have a good team. Other teams want to be just like you. We're getting ever closer to Black Monday, when the NFL will have a new round of head coach openings to keep an eye on.

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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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 / 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.

Detroit Lions 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.

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.