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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 25
Spot the Ball: 10 Thoughts Ahead of Lions Week 3 Matchup With Jets
The Detroit Lions are looking to get back on the winning track after a down week against the Buffalo Bills. Detroit's defense sputtered out of the gate in last Thursday's primetime showcase, which led to a deficit that the offense couldn't crawl out of.
Joey Porter Jr. News / Viral Sports News / September 25
Detroit Lions Gets Major Update on Joey Porter Jr. Trade Rumors
Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. said Thursday that unfinished contract talks are behind him and that he expects to play this season, comments that cooled a week of rumors linking him to the Detroit Lions.
Amon-Ra St. Brown News / EssentiallySports / September 25
Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown Fined Nearly $60K by NFL Over Apparent Smoking Celebration
Amon-Ra St. Brown clearly had no problem celebrating while Detroit was getting beaten. First down? Smoking gesture. Another catch? Do it again. Touchdown while the Lions were still trailing?
The '4K-yard, 30-TD NFL seasons' quiz
How many of the NFL quarterbacks to rack up at least 4,000-passing-yards and toss at least 30 touchdowns in the same season can you name in six minutes?
Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / September 24
Detroit Lions Need Their Deep Threat to Deliver This Week
Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams enters Sunday’s Week 3 matchup needing to turn early-season chances into production. Locked On Lions host
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 / Detroit Lions on SI / September 24
Lions Hint Team Will Wear Popular Uniform Combination Against Jets
The Detroit Lions teased the possibility of wearing a popular uniform when they return to Ford Field to face the New York Jets. Detroit could don their blue home uniform with silver pants, according to a post on social media.
Jamaal Williams News / Pro Football Rumors / September 24
RB Jamaal Williams Contacted Lions
After sitting out all of 2025, free agent running back Jamaal Williams recently revealed that he wants to play this season. The former Lion even contacted head coach Dan Campbell last week to let him know about his interest in coming back, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 24
Odds Lions Beat Jets in Week 3
On Sunday, the Detroit Lions (1-1) will look to get back on the right track against the N.Y. Jets (1-1). The Week 3 matchup will see the Lions square off with a former friend: former defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn. Glenn, now in his second season as New York's sideline boss, served as Dan Campbell's defensive coordinator from 2021-2024.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 24
Kelvin Sheppard had a pretty revealing admission about the Lions’ defense that led to a brutally honest meeting with players and coaches after Buffalo
Detroit’s self-scout found a striking pattern in the 23 explosive plays allowed through two games, leading to one of the most transparent defensive meetings Sheppard says the group has had.
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 / Detroit Lions on SI / September 24
Detroit Lions DT Returns To Thursday Practice
The Detroit Lions returned to the practice field on Thursday afternoon to continue their preparation for the New York Jets. After missing practice on Wednesday to address a personal matter, defensive tackle Alim McNeill returned on Thursday.
Aidan Hutchinson News / EssentiallySports / September 24
Michigan Legend Blames ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit For Getting Disrespected On Live TV
For a while, Aidan Hutchinson seemed almost as familiar with the Lions’ sideline as he was with Buffalo’s backfield. Every few plays, the cameras found him catching his breath, water in hand and lungs working overtime.
NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 24
Aidan Hutchinson Respects Aaron Glenn, Still Wants to ‘Kick His Ass’
The Detroit Lions’ defense has an ample amount of room for improvement heading into its game with the N.Y. Jets on Sunday. Or at least you would think such is the case after producing back-to-back subpar showings to open the 2026 season. The Week 3 matchup with the Jets pits the Lions against their former defensive coordinator, Aaron Glenn.
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.
Dan Campbell News / DetroitLionsCommunity / September 24
Former Lions RB reportedly reached out to Dan Campbell about a potential return
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell has reportedly been contacted by a former running back about a possible return to the franchise. Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reported that Jamaal Williams had reached out to Campbell last weekend about a possible comeback.
Isaac TeSlaa News / A to Z Sports / September 24
Isaac TeSlaa could be the key to the Lions landing a starting cornerback this season
Detroit’s own coaches just acknowledged that opportunities for its second-year receiver will be limited. With outside corner still a major need, that creates a trade conversation worth having.
NFL 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.?
Joe Bachie News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 23
Lions Announcing Two Moves
The Detroit Lions announced they signed LB Joe Bachie to the practice squad and promoted C Seth McLaughlin to the active roster. Bachie, 28, signed with the Saints as an undrafted free agent out of Michigan State following the 2020 NFL Draft.
Joey Porter Jr. News / Yardbarker / September 23
NFL executives link Joey Porter Jr. with two NFC teams amid contract standoff
Two teams have been identified as potential trade partners for the Steelers regarding Porter Jr.
Detroit Lions News / Viral Sports News / September 23
Detroit Lions Terminate Contract of Long-Time NFL Veteran
The Detroit Lions released linebacker Joe Bachie on Tuesday, ending a brief second stint on the active roster and another chapter in a seven-year NFL career that began in 2020, via the NFL transaction wire.
Tyleik Williams News / Athlon Sports / September 22
Tyleik Williams' Strong Year 2 Start a Bright Spot on Lions' Struggling Defense
The Detroit Lions’ defense is off to a rough start in 2026, as the secondary has been prone to giving up explosive plays and the pass rush has been lackluster outside of Aidan Hutchinson.
Avonte Maddox News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 22
Lions Place DB Avonte Maddox On IR Among Three Roster Moves
The Detroit Lions placed DB Avonte Maddox on injured reserve, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. The Lions also released LB Joe Bachie and signed DB Bishop Fitzgerald from the Steelers’ practice squad.
Kerby Joseph News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 22
Lions Still Unsure When Or If S Kerby Joseph Will Return
Lions S Kerby Joseph is on the PUP list as he works back from knee problems he’s dealt with since early 2025. Lions HC Dan Campbell was asked about Joseph on Monday to update fans who are wondering if he will play again.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21
Rams' Matthew Stafford moves up all-time list, further solidifying legendary status
Monday night saw Matthew Stafford take another step towards football immortality.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 21
Lions To Sign DB Jalen Mills; Latest On S Kerby Joseph
Monday has indeed brought about an addition in the secondary for the Lions. Jalen Mills was among the free agents who recently worked out with the team, and it has produced a deal.
Avonte Maddox News / Pro Football Rumors / September 21
Lions’ Avonte Maddox To Undergo Season-Ending Foot Surgery
Avonte Maddox exited Detroit’s Week 2 loss with a foot injury. He will not return in 2026. The veteran defensive back will require season-ending surgery, head coach Dan Campbell said on Monday (h/t ESPN’s Eric Woodyard).
Jahmyr Gibbs News / Yardbarker / September 20
Lions star hit with largest Week 1 fine from the NFL
The NFL is laying down the law on one Lions player for his actions in the team's season opener against the New Orleans Saints.
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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