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Detroit Lions Tight End Sam LaPorta Ruled Out For Week 11

Hold your fantasy football lineups, Lions fans. That collective groan you just heard was the sound of Detroit officially ruling out star Tight End Sam LaPorta for Sunday’s clash against the Philadelphia Eagles.

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Mina Kimes reveals cheat code Lions should exploit vs. Eagles

The Detroit Lions have a key Sunday night game against the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles and the game will go a long way towards determining postseason positioning in the NFC.

Sam LaPorta News / Athlon Sports / November 14

Lions Announce Sam LaPorta Development Before Eagles Game

The Detroit Lions game against the Philadelphia Eagles will come too soon for tight end Sam LaPorta. The 24-year-old has been ruled out of Sunday’s contest with injury, having been absent from practice all week.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 14

Lions Place DL Pat O’Connor On Injured Reserve

The Detroit Lions announced they placed DL Pat O’Connor on injured reserve on Friday. O’Connor, 32, is a former seventh-round pick of the Lions back in 2017.

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The 'Last two-rushing-TD rookie by NFL team' quiz

How many of the most recent rookies to rush for at least two touchdowns in the same game for each NFL team?

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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 / A to Z Sports / November 14

The Lions' already tough challenge against the Eagles just got a lot tougher

The Detroit Lions will take on the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday Night Football this weekend, and this is a game that is expected to be a real challenge for Detroit.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 14

Lions Rule Out Four Against Eagles, 10 Players Questionable

The Detroit Lions are heading into a primetime matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles dealing with a myriad of injuries. On the team's official Friday injury designation report, four players were ruled out, including tight end Sam LaPorta, defensive end Josh Paschal cornerback Terrion Arnold and safety Kerby Joseph.

Alex Anzalone News / Side Lion Report / November 14

Alex Anzalone makes exciting claim about Lions' defense during 2025 season

Defensively, the Detroit Lions don't always get the headlines like their offense, but the fact is, the group has been impressive early in the 2025 season.

NFL News / Total Apex Sports / November 14

Detroit Lions Offense Looks To Keep It Going Against the Philadelphia Eagles

It’s always a beautiful day in the neighborhood when your head coach, a man whose kneecap-biting intensity could power a small city, decides to grab the play-calling sheet and says, “Alright, I’ll do it myself.” That’s exactly what Dan Campbell did for the Detroit Lions last Sunday, and the result was nothing short of an offensive fireworks show.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / November 14

Key Lions returns set to make a playoff push a lot easier (but not right away)

Marcus Davenport and D.J. Reed have been sorely missed in the Detroit Lions' starting lineup. The Lions' pass rushing and secondary have suffered the most this season, although not to the detriment of the team's record.

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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'

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Sam LaPorta News / Sporting News / November 14

Sam LaPorta injury update on Friday is more bad news for Lions TE's Week 11 status

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta's status for the Week 11 game is in serious doubt after head coach Dan Campbell revealed he wouldn't practice once again on Friday.

A.J. Brown News / Side Lion Report / November 14

Lions 'Legion of Whom' could catch a huge break thanks to latest A.J. Brown fiasco

While the Detroit Lions' health is a concern headed into their Week 11 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles, it feels like the drama involving the Eagles' offense might actually make things a bit easier for them.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 14

What NFL World Predicts Happens in Lions Matchup Against Eagles

The Detroit Lions contest against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday Night Football headlines a quality slate of Week 11 NFL games. Here are predictions from all across the NFL world from pundits and experts covering the league.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 14

The Lions will beat the Eagles if they do these 3 things, Final score prediction

This is the game that everyone has wanted to see for at least two years now. The Detroit Lions will head to Philadelphia to take on the Eagles on Sunday Night Football this weekend.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / November 14

Lions' steal of the draft has emerged after Week 10 dominance

The Detroit Lions have been going through it with their offensive line this season, but one area has remained a constant thanks to a rookie. Tate Ratledge, the Lions' second round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, has been the starting right guard for the Lions since Week 1.

Jameson Williams News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 14

Jameson Williams: Lions Will Come Out on Top Over Eagles 'For Sure'

Jameson Williams didn’t mince words when assessing the Detroit Lions’ offensive performance in Week 10 against the Washington Commanders. After a month of inconsistency and stalled drives, Williams said the difference was undeniable.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / November 14

Lions OC John Morton addresses apparent demotion after Dan Campbell decision

On Thursday, Morton spoke with reporters for the first time since the apparent demotion.

Lions' Dan Campbell sends Jared Goff warning to NFL ahead of Eagles game

Take flight or take cover? Lions prepare for worst at NFC-best Philly

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Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / November 13

Popular Detroit Lions’ Defender Returning Just In Time

While the Detroit Lions’ offensive line struggles with injuries, the defense is actually getting healthier as the season progresses. According to Dan Campbell, the Lions will be getting back “some really good impact players” over the next few weeks.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 14

Lions HC sends Jared Goff warning to NFL ahead of Eagles game

Lions' Dan Campbell sends Jared Goff warning to NFL ahead of Eagles game

Goff began Thursday ranked second in the NFL among qualified players with a 117.7 passer rating, first with a 74 percent completion percentage and second with 20 passing touchdowns for the season.

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / November 12

Lions designate CB D.J. Reed, DE Marcus Davenport to return

The Lions are designating cornerback D.J. Reed and defensive end Marcus Davenport to return from injured reserve, per Detroit Football Network’s Justin Rogers.