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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.
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.
Jameson Williams News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 9
Detroit Lions Jameson Williams Currently Leads NFL in Drops
Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams has five drops through the first quarter of the 2026 NFL season, tied for the league lead. Receivers coach Scottie Montgomery has been coaching the former first-round pick tough, and even went so far as to publicly challenge Williams, after he dropped a couple more passes against Carolina Panthers.
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?
NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 9
Odds Detroit Lions Beat Arizona Cardinals in Week 5
On Sunday, the Detroit Lions will take on a reeling Arizona Cardinals team which has lost three consecutive games. After knocking off the L.A. Chargers in Week 1, they have suffered defeats at the hands of the Seattle Seahawks, the San Francisco 49ers and most recently, the N.Y.
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.
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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 8
Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard goes on fiery rant insisting Detroit’s dreadful defense isn’t the problem
Kelvin Sheppard has heard the talk about the Detroit Lions’ defense, and he wants no part of it. With his unit sitting at the bottom of the NFL in yards allowed, the defensive coordinator pushed back hard on Thursday against the idea that the Lions’ high-powered offense will have to carry the team.
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 / Viral Sports News / October 8
Detroit Lions Acquire Titanic 6-foot-6 Defender Before Week 5
The Detroit Lions have announced they added defensive lineman Jeffrey M’Ba to their practice squad on Thursday, giving the 27-year-old another chance to stay in the league a day after Washington cut him loose.
Sam LaPorta News / DetroitLionsCommunity / October 8
'Everything looks fantastic' – Sam LaPorta eyes more snaps after revealing his surgeon’s verdict on his back
Sam LaPorta has returned from back surgery and appears ready for a larger role with the Detroit Lions. He missed eight games last season after undergoing the procedure, but has looked comfortable this time around.
Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / October 8
Kelvin Sheppard Calls It 'Ultra Disrespectful' to Say the Lions Offense Must Carry His Defense
Kelvin Sheppard answered the question with one of his own. Asked Thursday about the perception that the Detroit Lions offense has to carry the team while his defense ranks dead last in yards, the defensive coordinator shot back, “I guess that’s the perception from who?” Then he dismissed it.
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 / 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.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 8
Kelvin Sheppard just put several Lions defenders on notice, and Detroit’s defense could look very different Sunday
Brian Branch is getting closer, Keith Abney is pushing for a larger role and Sheppard made it clear that repeated mistakes won’t be tolerated much longer.
Detroit Lions News / The Spun / October 8
Lions Defensive Coordinator Kelvin Sheppard Disrespected By Questions From Media
Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard is well aware of the narratives surrounding his unit this season. Despite having a high-flying offense led by Jared Goff and Jahmyr Gibbs, the Lions find themselves at 2-2 due to their inability to slow down their opponents.
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 / TWSN / October 8
Detroit Lions Face a Must-Win Game: Three Keys to Beating the Cardinals
It seems weird, but the Detroit Lions are in a must-win game in Week 5 vs. the Arizona Cardinals. While they have a prolific offense, the defensive issues are completely negating it, and the team is a perfectly balanced 2-2.
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.
NFL 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.
Dan Campbell News / Yardbarker / October 5
Aidan Hutchinson says quiet part out loud about Lions' problems
The Detroit Lions are 2-2 after their loss to the Carolina Panthers during "Sunday Night Football," 32-26, and the players and coaching staff are putting their heads together to figure out what they can do to turn things around.
Tetairoa McMillan News / Yardbarker / October 5
Panthers hope things keep clicking for WR Tetairoa McMillan after dominant 'SNF' debut against Lions
McMillan logged 14 receptions for 192 yards and two touchdowns.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5
'SNF' takeaways: Bryce Young leads Panthers to upset win over Lions
On a night when defense was optional, quarterback Bryce Young was instrumental in a 32-26 win as the Carolina Panthers outlasted the Detroit Lions on "Sunday Night Football."
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