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Terrion Arnold News / Field Level Media / October 5
Terrion Arnold's friend and co-defendant pleads guilty
Boakai Hilton, a friend and co-defendant of Seattle Seahawks cornerback Terrion Arnold, pleaded guilty Monday in a Florida kidnapping and armed robbery case and agreed to testify against Arnold as part of the deal.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5
NFC Notes: Dan Campbell, J.J. McCarthy, Lions, Packers, Vikings
The Lions are coming off a narrow 31-24 win over the Jets in Week 3. Detroit HC Dan Campbell praised their defense for holding on to the victory for them with a critical takeaway. “I’m just proud of that defensive staff.
Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / October 5
4 Overreactions to Lions' Loss to Panthers in Week 4, Including Firing Kelvin Sheppard
The Detroit Lions have allowed at least 30 points in three of their four games, and Kelvin Sheppard’s defense gave up scores on six straight drives in Sunday night’s 32-26 loss to the Panthers.
The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz
How many of the NFL running backs of the Super Bowl Era (since 1966) to catch at least 20 touchdowns in their career can you name in five minutes?
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.
Brad Holmes News / TWSN / October 5
The Detroit Lions’ Biggest Problem Starts With Brad Holmes
“You either die a hero, or live long enough to see yourself become the villain.” This quote from The Dark Knight is the perfect way to sum up Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes. After the disaster that was the Bob Quinn and Matt Patricia era, Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell were hired after the 2020 season to usher in a new era.
Isaac TeSlaa News / Athlon Sports / October 5
Lions Snap Counts Show Isaac TeSlaa Playing a Season-High Share vs. Panthers
Isaac TeSlaa played 58 of the Detroit Lions’ 71 offensive snaps Sunday night, according to PFF, his largest share of the season. A week after playing fewer than half the snaps against the Jets, the second-year receiver was on the field for 82% of them in the 32-26 loss to the Panthers.
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.
Sam LaPorta News / Athlon Sports / October 5
Sam LaPorta's Stock Jumps, Kelvin Sheppard's Tumbles in Lions' Loss to Panthers
Sam LaPorta caught eight passes Sunday night, including the touchdown that pulled the Detroit Lions within six points late. It came hours after a report that his contract talks had broken off, and it was not enough to prevent a 32-26 loss to the Panthers.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 5
Lions Week 4 Snap Counts Reveal Coaches Sticking With Worst Unit
Here are the Detroit Lions snap counts from their Week 4 Sunday Night Football contest at Bank of America Stadium against the Carolina Panthers. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs saw an increase in playing time, since the team was trailing for most of the contest.
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 / DetroitLionsCommunity / October 5
'It’s a players’ thing' – Lions cornerback takes accountability for defense amid growing concerns
The Detroit Lions suffered another setback on Sunday night, falling 32-26 to the Carolina Panthers. Their defense struggled to contain Carolina throughout the game, raising further questions about the unit’s consistency.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 5
3 things the Lions have to change right now if they want to save their 2026 season
Detroit is only 2-2, but the defense is already at a breaking point. From Kelvin Sheppard’s play calling to the trade market, these are the three changes I need to see.
Jared Goff News / Athlon Sports / October 5
Jared Goff Makes Unfortunate NFL History After 4 Lions Games
Jared Goff has put together an impressive start to the 2026 season, but the Detroit Lions quarterback now owns an unusual piece of NFL history. According to OptaSTATS, Goff became the first quarterback to throw for at least 1,200 yards with zero turnovers through his team’s first four games while failing to post a winning record.
NFL News / Stadium Rant / October 5
Lions Defense Exposed Again: Detroit Must Make Changes After Panthers Loss
The Lions defense was exposed again: another game, another impressive passing performance against the Detroit Lions defense. On Sunday night, Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young threw for 329 yards and two touchdowns.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 5
Lions most to blame for embarrassing loss to Panthers on Sunday Night Football
The Detroit Lions were embarrassed on primetime in Week 4 for the second time this season. Detroit lost 32-26 against Carolina on Sunday Night Football in a game where Bryce Young looked like Josh Allen.
Dan Campbell News / Athlon Sports / October 5
Dan Campbell Defends Lions Coach After Another Rough Performance
The Detroit Lions suffered another frustrating loss Sunday night, falling 32-26 to the Carolina Panthers and dropping to 2-2 on the season. With questions beginning to surround Detroit’s coaching staff, head coach Dan Campbell made it clear that he was not interested in placing the blame on offensive coordinator John Morton.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 5
We graded every Lions player from Sunday’s loss, and the gap between Detroit’s best and worst was massive
Sam LaPorta came one point away from a perfect score, Alim McNeill led the defense, and Detroit’s cornerbacks had a night they’d rather forget. The Detroit Lions are back for another round of M.O.O.N.
Detroit Lions News / DetroitLionsCommunity / October 5
Lions LB Clears Feelings on Kelvin Sheppard As Detroit’s Defense Continues to Disappoint
The Detroit Lions‘ defense endured another nightmare against the Carolina Panthers, allowing 445 yards and 32 points in a 32-26 defeat. Bryce Young threw for 329 yards and two touchdowns, while Tetairoa McMillan erupted for 192 receiving yards.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 5
What the box score didn’t tell you: The most frustrating part of the Lions’ defensive disaster wasn’t the 32 points — it was what happened right before them
Detroit created third-and-longs, made tackles for loss and even earned a few third-down stops. Then Carolina kept finding ways to reset the downs and keep Jared Goff on the sideline.
Detroit Lions News / TWSN / October 5
State of the Detroit Lions Defense: Hold that L, and it Stands for Lions
This is the worst defense in the NFL. The article could stop there. The Detroit Lions have the worst defense in the NFL. Lions front office, that needs to be repeated because the entire league got the point, but you haven’t, so again: THE DETROIT LIONS HAVE THE WORST DEFENSE IN THE NFL!
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.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 5
Dan Campbell shares update on DC Kelvin Sheppard after Lions' loss to Panthers
The Lions defense had yet another rough performance during what became a 32-26 loss at the Carolina Panthers.
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."
Sam LaPorta News / Pro Football Rumors / October 4
Lions, TE Sam LaPorta Break Off Negotiations
Multiple reports have suggested the Lions want to hammer out an extension with tight end Sam LaPorta , who is in the final year of his rookie contract.
Jalen Mills News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3
Lions Elevated DB Jalen Mills
The Lions announced that they are elevating DB Jalen Mills again for Week 4. Mills, 32, was a seventh-round pick of the Eagles in 2016. He played out the final year of his four-year, $2.58 million contract and tested the open market as an unrestricted free agent in 2020. The Eagles brought Mills back on a one-year contract worth up to $5 million.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / October 2
Lions Targeting Post-Bye Cade Mays Return; Brian Branch Close To Practicing
The Lions doled out a decent guarantee to upgrade at center this offseason, signing Cade Mays after he closed his rookie contract as the Panthers’ starter.
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