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What the Lions' playoff picture looks like after loss to the Rams, Lions got some things to go their way

The Detroit Lions are still very much in the playoff race, and while a win over the Los Angeles Rams would have been huge for them, the Lions still walked out of Sunday with some good stuff happening for them.

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Studs and Duds: Lions' Defense Falls Apart

On Sunday, the Detroit Lions and the Los Angeles Rams squared off. Both teams were looking to close in on the NFL postseason. Detroit was on the outside looking in, while the Rams were looking to maintain their divisional lead in the NFC West.

Jared Goff News / A to Z Sports / December 14

Jared Goff and the Lions lose a game they were expected to lose, but still played well, 5 other takeaways

The Detroit Lions put up a very valiant effort, and for a minute, it seemed like they had a real shot to win this game. Then all hell broke loose, and everything just went wrong from there, and the Lions suffered a 41-34 loss to the Los Angeles Rams.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 14

Lions Second Half Slide Costly in 41-34 Loss to Rams

The Detroit Lions faced their toughest test of the 2025 season when they took the field against the Los Angeles Rams. In a competitive NFC, the team needed a victory to try and keep pace with those sitting above them in the playoff standings.

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Jameson Williams News / 5 GOATs / December 14

Lions WR Jameson Williams hits outrageous booger flick celebration after first down vs. Rams

Jameson Williams has a new first down celebration. The Detroit Lions wide receiver debuted it during the first quarter of Sunday’s Week 15 road contest against the Los Angeles Rams.

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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 / The Spun / December 14

Detroit Lions Quarterback Jared Goff Is Fed Up With Media's Questions

The Rams-Lions trade that sent Jared Goff to Detroit and Matthew Stafford to LA has been talked about ad nauseam at this point — and even the four-time Pro Bowler has grown tired of it.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 14

Who Is Inactive For Detroit Lions Against Los Angeles Rams?

The Detroit Lions have officially released their list of players inactive against the Los Angeles Rams. Among those inactive include Kayode Awosika, Tyler Lacy, Dominic Lovett, Nick Whiteside and Mekhi Wingo.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 14

Key Matchup Detroit Lions Must Win Against Los Angeles Rams

On Sunday afternoon, D.J. Reed and the Lions’ injury-ravaged secondary will have their hands full against Matthew Stafford and the Rams’ high-powered passing game. Stafford – one of the leading candidates for MVP this season – is presently playing some of the best football of his career.

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 14

Amon-Ra St. Brown Reacts to Breaking NFL Record

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown has etched his name into the NFL history books. A fourth-round pick of the Lions in 2021, St. Brown has been a staple of consistency since the team added him on the third day of that NFL draft.

Brian Branch News / The Predictors / December 14

Brian Branch underwent achilles surgery... now what?

Detroit Lions starting safety Brian Branch suffered a season ending achilles tendon tear in the week 14 matchup against the Cowboys. For the 24-year-old safety, what does this mean for the future of his career?

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 14

Roundtable: Key Strategy Lions Need to Beat Rams

Detroit Lions OnSI writers examine key issues facing Dan Campbell's squad and attempt to decipher what is needed to defeat the Rams in a key Week 15 road contest.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

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.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 14

Lions' Week 15 Depth Chart Features New Starters in Secondary

The Detroit Lions are headed to SoFi Stadium for a showdown with the Los Angeles Rams that features heavy playoff implications. Injuries will be a factor, as Detroit will be without three starters in the secondary.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 14

Expert Predictions: Will Detroit Lions Defeat Los Angeles Rams?

The Detroit Lions (8-5) will square off with the Los Angeles Rams (10-3) in a highly-anticipated Week 15 matchup Sunday afternoon. Kickoff for the road contest at SoFi Stadium is set for 4:25 p.m.

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How Detroit Lions Win or Loss Against Rams Impacts Playoff Odds

The Detroit Lions' offense decimated the Dallas Cowboys' defense, winning 44-30 in a shootout. That puts Dan Campbell's squad in a more favorable position

Alex Anzalone News / Athlon Sports / December 13

NFL Punishes Lions Player Involved in Cowboys Controversy

The Detroit Lions' 44-30 win over the Dallas Cowboys in NFL's Week 14 edition of "Thursday Night Football" was very eventful for Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone.

Brian Branch News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 13

Lions Announce Four Moves, Place S Brian Branch On IR

The Detroit Lions announced Saturday that they’ve made four roster moves for their Week 15 game. The full list includes: Lions placed S Brian Branch on

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / December 13

Lions make multiple roster moves, one big return and two debuts set to happen against the Rams

The Detroit Lions are about to board a plane to head to Los Angeles for their hardest matchup of the season. Before they do that, they made a bunch of roster moves.

Kerby Joseph News / Pro Football Rumors / December 13

Kerby Joseph Could Land On IR After Setback

Safety Kerby Joseph was among the Lions’ many standouts during a 15-win season in 2024. After Joseph intercepted an NFL-best nine passes and earned first-team All-Pro honors, the Lions awarded him a record-setting extension worth $86MM over four years.

Kerby Joseph News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 12

Lions’ All-Pro safety suffers setback in knee injury recovery

There was some optimism for a while, as Kerby Joseph had intended to return this season after sustaining a knee injury. However, the all-pro safety has suffered a setback and may not return this season, according to a post by NFL beat writer Ari Meirov.

Jameson Williams News / Athlon Sports / December 12

Lions Announce Jameson Williams News on Friday

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams has put together another strong season in the NFL. The 24-year-old speedster is now in his fourth year in the league and continues to show steady growth.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 11

McVay makes feelings about Goff clear after previous rumors

Rams' Sean McVay makes feelings about Lions' Jared Goff clear after previous rumors

The relationship between Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay and quarterback Jared Goff was allegedly "not great" in the months leading up to the Rams sending Goff to the Detroit Lions.

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Jared Goff News / Yardbarker / December 11

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

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