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NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 28
The Good, Bad, and Ugly From Detroit Lions Win Over New York Jets
On Sunday, the Detroit Lions returned to the friendly confines of Ford Field, welcoming back former defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn’s New York Jets. The Lions came in as favorites, but had the dangerous duo of Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall waiting to challenge the battered Lions defense.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 28
Two young Lions defenders just forced their way into a bigger conversation after Sunday’s win and will get more opportunity, says Dan Campbell
A former second-round pick and a little-used linebacker both made the most of expanded opportunities against New York, and Dan Campbell sounds ready to give them more.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 28
Postgame Buzz: What Detroit Lions Said In Locker Room After Jets Win
The Detroit Lions were able to secure their second victory of the 2026 NFL season, after defeating the New York Jets, 31-24, at Ford Field. Here is a sample of what was said by key contributors postgame at the podium and in the locker room, via the team's social media channel.
The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz
How many of the NFL players with at least 100 receiving yards in their first-career postseason game can you name in eight minutes?
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 28
One Lions defensive stat has gone from 32nd to 2nd in the NFL, and it’s a massive development, but the Lions need help making it matter
Detroit finished last season with the NFL’s slowest average time to pressure. Three games into 2026, the Lions have climbed all the way to No. 2 while ranking among the league leaders in pressures and sacks.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Jahmyr Gibbs News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 28
Jahmyr Gibbs Is Detroit Lions MVP, Can Make Fans Forget About Barry Sanders
No offense to the likes of Amon-Ra St. Brown and Aidan Hutchinson, but there is only one player who can lay claim to being the MVP of the Detroit Lions’ roster today.
Detroit Lions News / Viral Sports News / September 28
Detroit Lions Star Fires Back at NFL Over Insane $60 Million Fine
Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown did not hide how he felt after the NFL came calling with a stack of penalties. After Detroit’s 41-31 loss to Buffalo in Week 2, the Lions star was assessed four separate fines for what the league labeled illegal celebrations and vulgar acts.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 28
We graded every Lions player from the Jets game using a new grading method we created — here are the results
M.O.O.N. stands for Measure of On-Field Net-Impact, a 50-point system designed to measure how much each Lions player actually helped or hurt Detroit in a game.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 28
The box score won’t show it, but Sione Vaki may have finally revealed the Lions’ plan behind Jahmyr Gibbs
Vaki finished with only 37 yards from scrimmage, but his work in pass protection and short-yardage situations showed why Detroit may already have the complement Jahmyr Gibbs needs.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 28
Why aren’t we talking about this? The Lions’ biggest hidden problem over 3 weeks keeps happening in the red zone
From goal-line holds to drive-extending defensive flags, Detroit’s most damaging penalties have repeatedly shown up where every yard matters most. The Detroit Lions are 2-1 through three weeks, and on paper, that’s a solid start.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 28
What Detroit Lions Snap Counts Against New York Jets Reveal
Here are the snap counts from the Detroit Lions Week 3 home game against the New York Jets. Running back Sione Vaki, who has battled numerous injuries in his career, saw 31 percent of offensive snaps against the AFC East squad.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 28
What the box score didn’t tell you: 2 plays made the Lions defense look much worse than it actually was
Detroit pressured Geno Smith 24 times, sacked him five times and held New York to 58 rushing yards, but two costly flags completely changed how the afternoon looked.
Jahmyr Gibbs News / TWSN / September 28
Jahmyr Gibbs Delivers Late as Detroit Lions Hold Off Jets in 31-24 Thriller
The Detroit Lions would once again prove to be the Cardiac Cats, as they won 31-24 over the New York Jets. This game would be the first meeting since former defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn left the team to join the Jets two seasons ago.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 28
The Lions keep forcing themselves to win games twice, and it’s becoming the biggest concern with this 2-1 team
Detroit has already watched two comfortable leads disappear in three weeks, forcing the Lions to close out games a second time after they should have been over.
Jared Goff News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 28
Everything Jared Goff Said After Detroit Lions Defeated Jets
Here is everything Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff said, following a 31-24 Week 3 victory at Ford Field. Where the Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs’s first touchdown with the cutback sits in his memory of all touchdowns Gibbs has scored: “Well, yeah, he wouldn't have got in if I didn't get the block for him, right?
Detroit Lions News / DetroitLionsCommunity / September 28
Lions Safety Calls For Patience As Defense Adjusts Amid Absence of Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph
The Lions’ defense entered 2026 with plenty of questions, and injuries have only made things harder. Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph, Detroit’s starting safeties, have both missed time, leaving the secondary without two major pieces.
Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 28
Lions’ Dan Campbell keeps it blunt on Jahmyr Gibbs’ crazy TD run
Dan Campbell had high praise for one of Jahmyr Gibbs’ touchdown highlights during the Detroit Lions’ win over the New York Jets on Sunday afternoon. Gibbs is going through the fourth season of his career with the Lions.
Detroit Lions News / TWSN / September 27
Detroit's Defense Is Holding the Lions Back From Contention
The Detroit Lions once again have one of the best offenses in the league, but it takes more than that to compete for a Super Bowl. After three weeks, Detroit’s defense has emerged as a legitimate weakness, one that will hold the Lions back from being a championship contender.
Aidan Hutchinson News / Athlon Sports / September 27
Five-Sack Day Against Jets Shows Lions Pass Rush Can Be More Than Just Aidan Hutchinson
The Detroit Lions moved to 2-1 in the 2026 NFL season on Sunday, toppling the New York Jets 31-24 at home after suffering their first defeat of the year to the Buffalo Bills last week.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 27
4 Winners and 2 Losers in Lions' 31-24 Win Over Jets
The Detroit Lions bounced back in Week 3 of the 2026 NFL season, defeating the New York Jets 31-24 at home to move to 2-1. Head coach Dan Campbell’s squad suffered a 41-31 loss to the Buffalo Bills last week, but got the job done this time against another AFC East opponent.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 26
Thomas Harper Becomes Latest Lions S On Injured Lists
As the Lions await the eventual return of starting safeties Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch, they continue to see attrition in the secondary. Ahead of Detroit’s Week 3 matchup with the Jets, the team placed safety Thomas Harper on injured reserve.
Jalen Mills News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 26
Lions Make Three Moves For Week 3, Call Up DB Jalen Mills
The Detroit Lions announced a series of roster moves for Week 3’s game against the Jets this Sunday. The full list includes: Lions placed S Thomas Harper on injured reserve.
Jared Goff News / Yardbarker / September 24
Lions QB Jared Goff sends strong message to 'vultures' before Week 3 game vs. Jets
Detroit escaped with a 31-30 overtime win over the 1-1 New Orleans Saints at home in Week 1 and lost to the 2-0 Buffalo Bills, 41-31, on the road in Week 2.
Joey Porter Jr. News / Yardbarker / September 24
Lions get fresh trade message regarding Steelers' Joey Porter Jr.
Are the Lions the most logical trade suitor for Porter Jr.?
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / September 18
Three ways Lions can improve after loss to Bills
The Lions fell to the Bills 41-31 on "Thursday Night Football," and there were some glaring problems on the field. Here's what they need to do to fix it.
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