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NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 21

Steelers WR Has Altercation With Lions Fan

During the first half of the Detroit Lions' Week 16 matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers, a troubling video surfaced of a Steelers wide receiver. DK Metcalf, who is in his seventh NFL seasn and first with the Steelers, was seen appearing to swing his fist at a fan wearing a blue wig in the first row of the stands.

DK Metcalf News / Yardbarker / December 21

DK Metcalf could be punished for altercation with Lions fan

Steelers' DK Metcalf could be facing suspension for altercation with Lions fan

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf could be facing some league discipline this week for an altercation that took place in the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions. It was not an altercation with a player.

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NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 21

Who Is Inactive For Detroit Lions Against Pittsburgh Steelers?

The Detroit Lions officially released their list of players that will not suit up against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Ford Field. Unfortunately, veteran offensive lineman Graham Glashow was ruled out.

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The 'Multiple 3-rushing-TD games in a season' quiz

How many of the 55 NFL players to get a hat-trick of rushing touchdowns multiple times in the same season can you name in eight minutes?

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 21

Key Matchup Detroit Lions Must Win Against Pittsburgh Steelers

The Lions’ ground game, led by Jahmyr Gibbs, should be able to succeed against a Steelers run defense that will be without both EDGEs T.J. Watt (lung) and Nick Herbig (hamstring) Sunday afternoon.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Dan Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 21

Roundtable: Has Dan Campbell Changed This Season?

Detroit Lions OnSI writers examine whether Dan Campbell's coaching style has changed and attempt to determine why the Lions lost to the Rams in Week 15.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 21

Lions' Week 16 Depth Chart Features Much Needed OL Return

The Detroit Lions have a big showdown waiting for them Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers, and they stand to get a much-needed boost to their offensive line based on recent roster moves.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 21

Expert Predictions: Will Detroit Lions Defeat Pittsburgh Steelers?

The Detroit Lions (8-6) will square off with the Pittsburgh Steelers (8-6) in a virtual must-win Week 16 matchup Sunday afternoon. Kickoff for the Lions’ final home game of the 2025 regular season is set for 4:25 p.m.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 21

Bears stun Packers, take control of NFC North with miraculous comeback

The first of back-to-back Saturdays with NFL games was capped off with one of the games of the year.

Packers QB Jordan Love knocked out of game vs. Bears with concussion

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NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 20

What Bears' NFC North Showdown With Packers Means For Lions

The Detroit Lions aren't completely out of the playoff race, but the situation has grown dire in recent weeks. Going 4-5 over the last nine weeks has complicated the Lions' situation, as they currently sit as the first team outside of the postseason in the NFC.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / December 20

Lions appear to finally be giving former Florida standout a shot at center against the Steelers

The Detroit Lions have their first of three consecutive must-win games on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers, and they've made a few roster moves to get ready for that.

Kerby Joseph News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 20

Lions Announce Four Moves, Place S Kerby Joseph On IR

The Lions announced four roster moves on Saturday, including placing S Kerby Joseph from injured reserve. They also activated G Christian Mahogany from the list.

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NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 20

3 Lions Who Must Step Up Against Steelers

The Detroit Lions understand the tough challenge that awaits when they take the field against the Pittsburgh Steelers Sunday afternoon. Mike Tomlin’s

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 20

Dan Campbell: 'I'm Proud' of Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams has impressed his teammates and the coaching staff with his maturity and growth out on the football field.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 20

Preview: Lions Playing Steelers Team Also Battling for Playoff Spot

The Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers are both looking to better their playoff chances with a win in Sunday's showdown at Ford Field. Noah Strackbein is a beat reporter covering the Steelers for Steelers OnSI.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / December 21

Lions facing an unimaginable scenario

The Detroit Lions are facing an unimaginable scenario against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. At the beginning of the season, Detroit never imagined the team wouldn’t make the playoffs.

NFC North roots for Steelers, Aaron Rodgers against desparate Lions

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Graham Glasgow News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 19

Lions Rule Out Safety, OL, 5 Questionable Against Steelers

Detroit Lions center Graham Glasgow still has a chance to play against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Glasgow, 33, was listed this week on the injury report with a knee injury and missed the last two practices.

Giovanni Manu News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 18

Lions Designate OT Giovanni Manu To Return

The Lions designated OT Giovanni Manu to return from injured reserve, per the NFL transaction wire. This opens a three-week window for him to practice with the team before he has to be added to the active roster. Manu, 24, was born in Tonga but moved to British Columbia, Canada.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / December 18

Detroit Lions Must Address Glaring Issue of Weakened Secondary

Last year, the Lions boasted arguably the NFL’s top safety duo in Pro Bowl talents Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph. But season-ending injuries to Branch

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / December 18

7 Lions who could be playing their final game at Ford Field this Sunday

You hope this isn't it, right? The Detroit Lions are in a position where they could win the NFC North at the end of the season or miss the playoffs. It will all depend on what happens down the stretch.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 18