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Lions projected depth chart: Brian Branch is back, Cade Mays takes over at center, and one young defender deserves a bigger role

Detroit comes out of the bye with Branch and Mays returning, a new return specialist and a decision to make at outside corner before facing Green Bay. The Detroit Lions are back from their bye week, and they open divisional play Sunday against the Green Bay Packers.

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Dan Campbell Loses His Cool Talking About Sam LaPorta

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell was not too pleased with having to answer several questions about Sam LaPorta. Several of the questions were obviously going to be about LaPorta's controversial comments expressed on the "Pardon My Take" podcast earlier this week.

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / DetroitLionsCommunity / October 23

Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown Opens Up About Upsetting Week 5 Performance

Amon-Ra St. Brown has established himself as one of the NFL’s premier wide receivers, earning a reputation for reliable hands and consistent production.

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How many of the most recent NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards in a game for each team can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 23

Spot the Ball: 10 Thoughts Ahead of Lions Matchup With Packers

The Detroit Lions have a chance to get right back in the middle of the NFC North title race. In Week 7, the Lions host the Green Bay Packers to begin a stretch of back-to-back divisional games against the top two squads in the standings.

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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 / A to Z Sports / October 23

Lions Prediction Lab: Detroit has a clear way to beat the Packers, but Green Bay has the perfect counterpunch

Detroit has a matchup it should be able to exploit offensively, but Green Bay’s disguises and quick passing game attack two areas the Lions have struggled with all season.

Sam LaPorta News / A to Z Sports / October 23

The thing that could be holding up Sam LaPorta’s Lions extension — and what the fix could look like

LaPorta’s comments about his back and financial security may offer a clue to what’s separating the two sides. We built a contract that could give him the protection he wants without putting Detroit in an impossible spot.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 23

Lions OC Drew Petzing on 'Megamind' Nickname: I Do Have a Big Forehead

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Drew Petzing did not seem all too comfortable with discovering what supporters were calling him on social media. Speaking with local reporters prior to practice on Thursday afternoon, Petzing was asked if had been told yet that he was being called "Megamind" online.

Jameson Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 23

Lions’ Jameson Williams gives brutally honest review of his play to start 2026

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams isn’t satisfied with his performances to begin the 2026 NFL season. Despite previously receiving public support from quarterback Jared Goff following a difficult Week 1 outing, Williams believes he needs to raise his standards.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 22

Jared Goff's heroic start hasn't solved the Lions' biggest offensive issue

The Detroit Lions had a bye week in the NFL's Week 6, and now they're heading into a fresh matchup against NFC North rivals the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at home.

Lions open NFC North play against streaking Packers

TE Sam LaPorta voices frustration over Lions 'not showing the love' in contract talks

Broncos, Panthers Among Potential Sam LaPorta Suitors

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Sam LaPorta News / Viral Sports News / October 22

Detroit Lions Get Major Insider Update on Sam LaPorta Situation

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is expected to land a new contract, but it will not come until after the 2026 season, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

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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.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 22

Odds Detroit Lions Beat Green Bay Packers in Week 7

On Sunday afternoon, the Detroit Lions will take on a red-hot Green Bay Packers team that has won three straight games. Most recently, the Matt LaFleur-led squad dispatched of the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football, 23-13.

Sam LaPorta News / DetroitLionsCommunity / October 22

NFL veteran explains why Sam LaPorta could grow resentful toward the Detroit Lions

Sam LaPorta’s recent comments have drawn attention to his contract situation with the Detroit Lions. An NFL veteran has now weighed in on what could be behind the tight end’s frustration.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 22

Lions Sign Returner to 53-Man Roster, Add Safety to Practice Squad

The Detroit Lions made two roster moves on Thursday ahead of their Week 7 game against the Green Bay Packers. Detroit signed wide receiver DeAndre Carter to the active roster from the practice squad, and filled his vacancy on the practice squad by signing veteran defensive back Myles Bryant.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 22

The Lions just signed a veteran defensive back we thought could help in the secondary and who can also help replace Tom Kennedy

Bryant isn’t expected to replace DeAndre Carter as Detroit’s primary returner, but his experience at cornerback, safety and punt returner gives the Lions useful insurance in multiple spots.

Andre Carter News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 22

Lions Promote WR DeAndre Carter

The Detroit Lions announced they have signed WR DeAndre Carter from the practice squad to the active roster. The Lions also signed S Myles Bryant to the practice squad.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Lions Coach Shares Decision on Amon-Ra St. Brown After Unfortunate News

Tom Kennedy was averaging 13.2 yards per punt return, sixth in the NFL, when an MCL injury ended his 2026 season in the Detroit Lions’ 45-21 win over the Arizona Cardinals on October 11.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 22

Detroit Lions Make New Punt Returner Decision Crystal Clear

The Detroit Lions have made their decision on who will return punts, following the season-ending MCL injury to wide receiver Tom Kennedy. Special teams coach Dave Fipp, speaking to local reporters prior to practice on Thursday, expressed a new addition on the practice squad will assume the punt return duties.

Jared Goff News / DetroitLionsCommunity / October 22

Jared Goff Reveals Real Reason Behind Lions’ Success on Offense Following Week 6 Win

The Detroit Lions have enjoyed a productive start to the 2026 season, with Jared Goff leading an offense capable of overwhelming opponents. Through five games, Goff has thrown for 1,485 yards and 12 touchdowns without an interception, establishing himself as one of the league’s most efficient quarterbacks.

Jared Goff News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Lions Stock Report After 5 Games: Jared Goff, 2 Defenders Among Those Surging

Five games into 2026, the Detroit Lions have a quarterback who hasn’t thrown an interception. Jared Goff’s mistake-free start has carried the offense, while Alim McNeill and D.J.

Sam LaPorta News / Yardbarker / October 21

Sam LaPorta says Lions 'not showing the love' in contract talks

TE Sam LaPorta voices frustration over Lions 'not showing the love' in contract talks

Sam LaPorta and the Detroit Lions recently paused contract negotiations. That has left the tight end miffed.

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Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / October 20

Lions’ Dan Campbell Announces Kerby Joseph Update After 5 Missed Games

The Detroit Lions received an encouraging update on safety Kerby Joseph as head coach Dan Campbell expressed optimism about his recovery. Campbell’s brief assessment, “He’s doing well,” offered a positive sign, though it did not provide a timetable for Joseph’s return.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 20