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Former Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Josh Dobbs signed with the Detroit Lions earlier this year. Former Tennessee Vols quarterback Josh Dobbs went viral this past weekend for a hilarious NFL sideline interaction.

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Lions Are Facing Panthers Team Week 4 Dealing With Rash of Injuries

The Detroit Lions will take on an injury-ravaged Carolina Panthers squad on Sunday night. The Panthers, led by third-year head man Dave Canales, have experienced a rash of injuries to start the season.

Juice Scruggs News / A to Z Sports / September 30

Lions-Ravens trade idea sends Juice Scruggs to Baltimore and gives Detroit the proven cornerback it desperately needs

Baltimore just lost two centers to long-term injuries while Scruggs has emerged as one of the NFL’s best at the position. Could Detroit turn that sudden surplus into the secondary help it needs?

Ennis Rakestraw News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 30

Can Detroit Lions Finally Trust Ennis Rakestraw?

The Detroit Lions' need for stability at the cornerback position has been well-documented. However, one possible solution may be an overlooked player on the roster.

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The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) to throw multiple touchdowns in a game after turning 38 can you name in seven minutes?

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Detroit Lions News / DetroitLionsCommunity / September 30

Dan Campbell Compares Jahmyr Gibbs to Lions Legend Following Week 3 Win

The Lions needed a statement after their disappointing loss to Buffalo, and Jahmyr Gibbs delivered exactly that against the Jets. Detroit escaped with a 31-24 victory, but Gibbs was undoubtedly the biggest star on the field.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / September 29

Ravens Work Out Former Lions C Graham Glasgow

The Ravens’ center situation continues to be their 2026 kryptonite. Tyler Linderbaum’s departure in free agency left the team searching for a new starter at the position.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / September 29

Lions' NFL Power Rankings Roundup Has Detroit Climbing Everywhere After Win Over Jets

The Detroit Lions needed every bit of Jahmyr Gibbs to get past the New York Jets on Sunday. Gibbs scored three touchdowns, the last on an 11-yard catch with 2:25 left, to lift Detroit to a 31-24 win at Ford Field.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 29

Lions vs. Panthers bold predictions for Week 4 Sunday Night Football

The 2026 NFL season is starting to take shape now that three weeks are already in the books. Detroit and Carolina are two teams that are moving in opposite directions headed into Week 4.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 29

Lions Are First Team Since 1994 Patriots With This Unfortunate Stat

The Detroit Lions' defense had a better performance against the New York Jets than the previous week against the Buffalo Bills. Unfortunately, Kelvin Sheppard's squad has given up a total of 95 points through the first three games of the 2026 season.

Detroit Lions News / TWSN / September 29

Detroit Lions State of the Defense: Some Signs of Life

Three games into the Detroit Lions season, there’s a clear picture of who the team is. As in years past, the Lions are a high-powered offense, and regardless of how it happens, the Lions have averaged 31 points per game so far.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 29

5 Risers, 2 Fallers After Lions Week 3 Win Over Jets

The Detroit Lions made enough plays to win on Sunday, advancing to 2-1 on the young season with a victory over the New York Jets. In the win, the Lions had several players step up and deliver big moments.

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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.

Ennis Rakestraw News / A to Z Sports / September 29

Lions film study: Ennis Rakestraw earned more playing time Sunday, and the tape shows exactly why

Rakestraw allowed just one catch on four targets in his 2026 debut, and a closer look at the tape shows why Dan Campbell says the former second-round pick has earned more opportunities outside.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 29

The Lions haven’t found a long-term answer at corner, but I’m not convinced development is the real problem

Detroit has struggled to find lasting answers at cornerback, but injuries, circumstance and off-field issues have played a much larger role than a simple failure to develop talent.

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Cade Mays News / A to Z Sports / September 29

The Lions suddenly have a problem nobody expected at center, and Cade Mays’ return is going to force a fascinating decision

Detroit signed Mays to a three-year, $25 million deal to anchor the offensive line, but Scruggs has made a strong case for keeping the job while Mays recovers from a fractured wrist.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 29

Dan Campbell just gave a pretty telling answer about a former Pro Bowler’s future role in the Lions’ defense

White was a healthy scratch against the Jets, and Campbell’s comments Tuesday suggest Detroit may continue leaning on the same linebacker group moving forward.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / September 29

NFL Punishes Detroit Lions Star Over 'Illegal Celebrations' and 'Vulgar Acts'

The NFL laid down the hammer on several players who committed violations in Week 2 of the 2026 season. Among those who have been given penalties is Detroit Lions star wide receiver Amon-Ra St.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 28

Lions Making Two Practice Squad Moves

The Detroit Lions announced they have released DB Natrone Brooks from the practice squad and signed TE Miles Kitselman in a corresponding move. Detroit’s

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.