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NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 9
Spot the Ball: 10 Thoughts Ahead of Lions Matchup Against Cardinals
The Detroit Lions are entering a pivotal matchup ahead of their bye week. With two divisional opponents looming after the Week 6 bye, the Lions have a chance to build some momentum before their break.
Detroit Lions News / TWSN / October 9
Kelvin Sheppard’s Days as Detroit Lions Defensive Coordinator Should Be Numbered
The Detroit Lions’ defensive coordinator, Kelvin Sheppard, was grilled at a press conference on October 8, and it was an absolute mess. Sheppard entered the conference fired up, emotional, and seemingly already knowing the narrative before the mics were touched.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 9
Detroit Lions Rule Out Four Against Cardinals, DT Questionable
The Detroit Lions have released their official Friday injury designation report, ahead of the their Week 5 road contest against the Arizona Cardinals. Four players were officially ruled out, as Brian Branch, Rock Ya-Sin, Ben Bartch and Cade Mays were ruled out.
The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz
How many of the active NFL wide receivers to rush for a touchdown can you name in seven minutes?
Detroit Lions News / DetroitLionsCommunity / October 9
Darius Slay raises concerns about the Lions’ secondary with blunt assessment
Detroit’s defensive struggles have raised questions about whether the secondary can work as a unit. Injuries have also forced lineup changes, making communication and trust increasingly important.
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 / October 9
Behind Enemy Lines: Can Lions Contain Cardinals Rookie Running Back?
The Detroit Lions are looking to enter their bye week on a high note. Ahead of the week off, the Lions are traveling to Arizona to take on the Cardinals, who enter Sunday's game with a 1-3 record.
Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 9
Lions coach Dan Campbell shares perfect Mike Ditka story upon Bears legend’s passing
The NFL world is mourning the loss of legendary coach Mike Ditka. He passed away Friday at age 86. Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell is among those sharing his feelings about Ditka’s impact.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 9
Lions projected depth chart: Detroit could make 3 notable defensive changes against the Cardinals
Detroit’s offense appears set, but the defense could feature a new starting cornerback, a different answer at WILL and an expanded role for rookie Keith Abney.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 9
Dan Campbell reveals when the Lions hope to have Brian Branch and Cade Mays back in the lineup, and it’s not against the Cardinals
Branch and Mays are back practicing but unlikely to face Arizona. Campbell says Detroit hopes the bye-week ramp-up puts both in position to return against Green Bay.
Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / October 9
Lions Linked to Eagles CB as Detroit Tries to Fix the NFL's Worst Pass Defense
The Detroit Lions gave up 445 yards to Carolina on Sunday night, and the heat on Kelvin Sheppard’s defense has not let up since. Through four games, no team has allowed more total yards or more passing yards, and no team has allowed more points than Detroit’s 31.8 per game.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 9
Kelvin Sheppard Needs to Clean Up His Act On and Off Field
Just when you thought things couldn't get any worse for Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard, they did with his tone-deaf press conference Thursday. Through the first four weeks of the season, the Lions’ defense has been a complete and utter embarrassment.
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.
Jameson Williams News / Athlon Sports / October 9
Jameson Williams Takes Accountability After 4 Detroit Lions Games
The Detroit Lions are looking to bounce back after a difficult start to the 2026 season, and Jameson Williams knows he has a role to play in getting the offense back on track.
Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / October 9
Dan Campbell Won’t Discuss Firing Kelvin Sheppard, but NFL Analyst Predicts a Bye-Week Change
Dan Campbell keeps getting the same question about Kelvin Sheppard, and the Detroit Lions coach keeps finding ways around it. A national analyst thinks the answer is coming anyway.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 9
Lions vs. Cardinals prediction: Where Detroit can win, what could get the Lions beat and our Week 5 pick
Detroit has opportunities against Arizona’s injured offensive line, but the Cardinals are built to attack some of the same weaknesses that have hurt the Lions through four games.
Detroit Lions News / DetroitLionsCommunity / October 9
NFL Hall of Famer Slams Kelvin Sheppard as Lions DC Claps Back at Media
The Detroit Lions‘ defense has endured a miserable start to the 2026 season, with its struggles raising serious questions about defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard.
Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / October 9
Kelvin Sheppard: Questions about Lions defense are 'ultra disrespectful'
Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard spent Thursday rejecting the idea that quarterback Jared Goff and the offense have to prop up his unit, describing that framing as “ultra disrespectful.” Four games in, the numbers are difficult to argue around.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 8
Lions ready to make major change happen, defensive coordinator says
The Detroit Lions are 2-2 to start their season, and they're nearing the bottom of the NFC North. If they're going to make it to the postseason, they'll have to turn things around, and it starts with the defense.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 8
Kelvin Sheppard has extreme idea for fixing Lions defense amid firing rumors
Sheppard shared the one way he feels the Lions' defensive players can start meeting the expectations that the team's coaching staff has for them.
Terrion Arnold News / Pro Football Rumors / October 8
Another Terrion Arnold Co-Defendant Pleads Guilty
Another co-defendant in the criminal case against Terrion Arnold, Boakai Hilton, has pled guilty and will testify against the Seahawks cornerback, per Bob Condotta of the Seattle Times.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 8
Lions' Sam LaPorta shares concerning update on contract talks
LaPorta addressed his unfruitful contract talks with the Lions.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 7
Jared Goff gets high ranking amid Lions defense's struggles
The Detroit Lions are starting their season 2-2, and it's certainly not the kind of start for a team that had high hopes to be Super Bowl-bound.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 7
Lions' Dan Campbell responds to concerning Sam LaPorta contract report
While it's unclear exactly how much money LaPorta may want attached to an extension, multiple players at the position inked deals this year that presumably could help the 25-year-old and the Lions come to an agreement.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / October 7
Lions Open Practice Windows For Brian Branch, Cade Mays
The Lions could get a couple of key reinforcements back soon. Safety Brian Branch and center Cade Mays are returning to practice on Wednesday, head coach Dan Campbell announced.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 7
Lions take a painful fall in ESPN's NFL Power Rankings
The Lions lost their "Sunday Night Football" matchup against the Carolina Panthers on the road, and that puts their record at 2-2.
Dan Campbell News / Yardbarker / October 6
Dan Campbell sends warning to Lions players after loss to Panthers
Campbell will be making some changes as the Lions prepare for their Week 5 matchup against the 1-3 Arizona Cardinals on Oct. 11.
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