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Lions Survive Absolute CHAOS In Overtime After Saints Rally From 21 Points Down

The Detroit Lions opened the 2026 season with one of the wildest games of Week 1, escaping the New Orleans Saints 31-30 in overtime at Ford Field. Detroit appeared to have the game under control early, but New Orleans mounted an incredible comeback before ultimately falling short on a dramatic two-point attempt.

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8 Winners, 4 Losers From Lions Week 1 Win Over Saints

On Sunday, the Detroit Lions officially began their 2026 season after months of build up and preseason action. The Lions played host to the New Orleans Saints, head coach Dan Campbell’s last coaching stop before Motown, on Sunday.

NFL News / Field Level Media / September 13

Lions roar on offense before edging Saints 31-30 in OT

Jahmyr Gibbs rushed for 156 yards and two touchdowns, Jared Goff threw two touchdown passes to Amon-Ra St. Brown and the host Detroit Lions held off the New Orleans Saints 31-30 in overtime Sunday afternoon.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 13

Detroit Lions Week 1 takeaways: A wild win answered some questions and created a few more

Detroit escaped with a 31-30 overtime win, but the final score only begins to explain a game filled with encouraging signs, ugly mistakes and one bizarre review.

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32 quarterbacks in NFL history have throw for more than 6,000 yards in the first two seasons of their career. How many of those QBs can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 13

Key Takeaways From Lions' 31-30 Victory Against New Orleans Saints

The Detroit Lions understood just what it meant last year to fall far below expectations. When the calendar flipped to 2026, the coaching staff and roster understood changes needed to be made, to avoid the same feelings of frustration and disappointment.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Derrick Barnes News / DetroitLionsCommunity / September 13

Derrick Barnes shares special pregame moment with son

Detroit Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes shared a special moment with his son before the team’s 2026 season opener. The pair showed up in matching Spider-Man suits, bringing a fun family moment to the buildup at Ford Field.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 13

Here’s who is not playing for the Lions vs the Saints, one very shocking name sitting out and one for second round pick

Ahmed Hassanein looked destined for a Week 1 role after his summer, while another former second-round pick finds himself watching from the sideline. The Detroit Lions have put out their inactives for the first game of the season against the New Orleans Saints and there are some surprises in here for sure.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 13

Lions Inactives Against Saints: Will Cornerback Play, Four Draft Picks Out

The Detroit Lions have officially released their list of players who will not participate against the New Orleans Saints. Only defensive back Christian Izien was listed on the Friday injury designation report as being questionable for the opening contest at Ford Field.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 13

Key Matchup Detroit Lions Must Win Against New Orleans Saints

On Sunday, the Detroit Lions’ defense will face a New Orleans offense spearheaded by second-year quarterback Tyler Shough and fifth-year receiver Chris Olave. The Saints also feature running back Travis Etienne, an offseason addition who ran for 1,107 yards and seven touchdowns last season with the Jaguars.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 13

Expect Lions to Target Reliable TE Heavily in New OC's Debut

Sunday marks the debut of new Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Drew Petzing. After three years holding that role for the Arizona Cardinals, Petzing comes to Detroit looking to elevate the performance of a number of talented playmakers.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 13

Detroit Lions 2026 Week 1 Updated Depth Chart

The Detroit Lions 2026 season begins Sunday. After a long offseason, the Lions host the New Orleans Saints in the opener at Ford Field. It's an opportunity for Dan Campbell and company to get the season off on the right foot after a tough finish to last season.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 13

Final Injury Report for Saints-Lions: Will Sam LaPorta, Alvin Kamara Play?

The Detroit Lions are at home Sunday afternoon as they host the New Orleans Saints in an NFC matchup during Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. Detroit enters Sunday’s game looking to grab a victory at home as the Lions look to start the season strong and bounce back after missing the playoffs last season.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 13

Expert Predictions For Detroit Lions Season-Opener Against Saints

The Detroit Lions will take on the New Orleans Saints in their regular season opener Sunday at 1 p.m. at Ford Field. The Lions, coming off a disappointing 9-8 campaign and last-place finish in the NFC North, will attempt to get back to the postseason in 2026.

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 13

Offseason In Review: Detroit Lions

The Lions’ 2025 offseason will be remembered for the high-profile departures of offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 13

Roundtable: Detroit Lions Week 1 Preview Against Saints

The Detroit Lions OnSI staff previews the Lions' Week 1 contest with the New Orleans Saints. 1. Do you think the Saints can keep this Week 1 game close?

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / TWSN / September 12

Amon-Ra St. Brown Fantasy Football Matchup Analysis for Week 1

With Amon-Ra St. Brown, it’s not a question of whether he belongs in your fantasy football starting lineup or not. If you drafted St. Brown, he should be locked into your WR1 spot all year.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 12

Detroit Lions Reveal Week 1 Uniform Combination Against Saints

The Detroit Lions Week 1 uniform combination against the New Orleans Saints has been revealed. According to the team, Dan Campbell's squad will don the all blue uniforms (blueberries) in the first game of the regular season in front of the home crowd.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12

Lions Sign DL Levi Onwuzurike To PS, Elevate DL Ben Stille

The Detroit Lions announced Saturday that they’ve elevated DL Ben Stille to their active roster and signed veteran DL Levi Onwuzurike to their practice squad. Onwuzurike, 28, was drafted by the Lions with pick No.

Greg Dortch News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12

Bills Elevate WR Greg Dortch & RB Frank Gore Jr.

Per the wire, the Bills are elevating WR Greg Dortch and RB Frank Gore Jr. ahead of their Week 1 matchup. Dortch, 28, signed on with the Jets as an undrafted free agent out of Wake Forest in 2019.

Levi Onwuzurike News / A to Z Sports / September 12

Lions Roster Moves: The Lions’ strange Levi Onwuzurike move makes sense now — but their Week 1 decision adds another twist

Onwuzurike is already back one day after his surprising release, confirming the roster workaround — but Detroit chose a different defensive lineman for Sunday.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 12

Lions Restructure Two Contracts, Create $35.68MM In Cap Space

The Lions have restructured the contracts of two of their premier players, wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown and left tackle Penei Sewell, according to Spotrac.

Detroit Lions News / Total Pro Sports / September 11

Lions Release 2nd-Round Pick Who Survived Every Roster Cut Since 2021, Just Two Days Before Season Opener

Detroit finalized its 53-man roster just last weekend. Sunday’s opener against New Orleans seemed like the last major hurdle before the Lions could settle into the regular season.

Levi Onwuzurike News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 11

Lions Cut Two Including DL Levi Onwuzurike

The Detroit Lions announced Friday that they’ve released DE Levi Onwuzurike from their roster and DL Tyre West from the Practice Squad. Onwuzurike suffered a torn ACL in July and missed the entire season on the NFI list after signing a one-year deal.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 10

Commanders are hiding a Week 1 advantage the Eagles can't prepare for

The Washington Commanders have spent months preparing for what David Blough and Daronte Jones will unveil in Week 1.

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 8

Lions Still Aiming For Sam LaPorta, Brian Branch Extensions

The Lions entered the 2026 offseason with four standout extension candidates. Two of them (linebacker Jack Campbell, then running back Jahmyr Gibbs) have managed to finalize lucrative long-term deals so far.

Dan Campbell News / Yardbarker / September 5