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Lions bold predictions for pivotal Week 15 clash with Rams

The Detroit Lions are feeling good after their big win in Week 14. Detroit crushed Dallas 44-30 and raised their record to 8-5 on the season heading into Week 15.

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Lions' Jared Goff changes tune about facing Rams after once feeling 'betrayed'

There was once a time when Goff had a "chip on his shoulder" regarding the trade that sent him from the Rams to the Lions in exchange for Matthew Stafford in March 2021.

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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / December 11

Injury expert shuts down the most held belief about why the Lions struggle with injuries

The Detroit Lions are struggling with injuries again for the second year in a row, and you can totally understand why Lions fans either feel some concern or are just mad about the whole situation.

Aidan Hutchinson News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 11

Hutchinson: Lions Need To 'Build On' Strong Effort Against Cowboys

The Detroit Lions’ defense delivered one of its most complete performances of the season in Week 14, overwhelming Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys and setting the tone in a critical late-season victory. Now, as Detroit shifts its attention to Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams, the challenge is no longer proving what the unit can do.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 11

Lions LB Earns Comparison to HOF Finalist as Growth Continues

The Detroit Lions received plenty of criticism for their decision to draft Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, but many aren't questioning the decision three years later.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Jared Goff News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 10

Jared Goff No Longer Has Emotional Charge Playing Los Angeles Rams

At this point in his NFL career, quarterback Jared Goff has played longer for the Detroit Lions than he did for the Los Angeles Rams. After facing his former team in the playoffs, back during the 2023 season, and then again to kickoff the 2024 season, the emotional charge of facing the team that traded him has clearly subsided.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 10

Detroit Lions 2026 NFL Season Now Features New Wrinkle

The Detroit Lions organization has been informed they will be participating in a game overseas next season. It has yet to be officially determined what City on the 2026 International schedule the Lions will be visiting or their opponent.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / December 10

The Lions have been informed that they will be playing an international game in 2026

Welp, we knew this day would come, didn't we? For years, the Detroit Lions have been growing internationally and obtaining global marketing rights for new countries every single year.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 10

Lions claim ex-Texans DB off waivers

The Detroit Lions dominated the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday Night Football in Week 14. Detroit improved to 8-5 with the convincing 44-30 victory. The win keeps the team in the division race as the Lions trail the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears by a game.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / December 10

Lions add another veteran safety and former Eagles Super Bowl starter

The Detroit Lions made another move in the defensive backfield. After adding safety Domantae Kazee earlier in the week, the Lions have claimed another veteran safety after the Texans released him.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / December 10

Lions open G Christian Mahogany’s practice window

Left guards are beginning to dominate our late-afternoon coverage window. In addition to Denver Broncos LG Ben Powers returning to practice amid a lengthy IR stay, the Detroit Lions will see their starting option do the same.

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For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 10

Detroit Lions Claim Former Texans Safety Off Waiver Wire

The Detroit Lions have been awarded veteran safety Jalen Mills off of the NFL's waiver wire. Earlier this week, the Houston Texans claimed defensive tackle Naquan Jones off waivers after being let go by the Los Angeles Chargers.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 10

Notebook: Branch Has Surgery, Door Is Open For Ragnow, DE Wins Award

Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch underwent successful surgery for a torn Achilles tendon and the team was given an expected timeline for his recovery.

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Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / December 10

Detroit Lions 'Legion of Whom' Reunites To Take On the Rams

As injuries decimate Detroit’s secondary, the Lions’ infamous “Legion of Whom” is making a comeback. With the team preparing to face Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams in a critical showdown, like the reunion tour of a favorite rock band, Lions fans are hoping they’ll stage a replay of their greatest hits.

Matthew Stafford News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 10

Why Lions have no chance to slow down Matthew Stafford, Rams offense in Week 15

The Detroit Lions are preparing for arguably their most important game of the season. Detroit is 8-5 headed into Week 15 and is barely hanging on in the NFC playoff picture.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 10

Detroit Lions LB, LT Miss Practice, 7 Players Return

The Detroit Lions returned to the practice field to begin their preparation for the Los Angele Rams in a Week 15 road contest at SoFi Stadium. Those not spotted at practice include linebacker Alex Anzalone and left tackle Taylor Decker.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / December 10

Lions hoping to get an under the radar, but big and much needed return from injury against the Rams

I don't know if anyone has noticed or not, but the Detroit Lions are struggling with tight end health right now. Sam LaPorta is out for the rest of the season, and there's a chance that Brock Wright could be, too.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 10

Lions rumors: ESPN insider makes bombshell Jahmyr Gibbs contract prediction

Thursday night in Detroit felt like a statement more than just another win. The Lions throttled the Cowboys 44-30 to move to 8-5, and Jahmyr Gibbs was at the center of everything.

Arthur Maulet News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 9

Lions Re-Signing CB Arthur Maulet

According to Cameron Wolfe, the Lions are re-signing CB Arthur Maulet to their active roster. He had a stint with Detroit earlier this season when injuries hit the secondary but was let go once things settled down.

Dan Campbell News / Total Apex Sports / December 9

Detroit Lions Dan Campbell Impressed With Rookie’s Performance In Week 13 Victory

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell has signaled his intention to continue developing rookie guard Miles Frazier, indicating the fifth-round pick will see more action this Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 8

Lions Announcing Three PS Moves

The Detroit Lions announced they have signed S Damontae Kazee and DL Pat O’Connor to the practice squad. In a corresponding move, Detroit cut WR Andrew Armstrong. Detroit’s practice squad now includes: DL Myles Adams TE Zach Horton WR Jackson Meeks OL Mason Miller QB C.J.

Taylor Decker News / Pro Football Rumors / December 7

Lions LT Taylor Decker to contemplate retirement in offseason

As a result of the lucrative extension he signed in July 2024, Lions left tackle Taylor Decker is under contract through 2027, but he may not even get to the penultimate year of that deal.