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Lions attempt to sign veteran cornerback thwarted by Saints

The Detroit Lions have taken several injury hits to their defense over the last two games. With the recent injuries to cornerbacks D.J. Reed and Terrion Arnold, the Lions are attempting to improve their depth at the position.

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Amon-Ra St. Brown returns for full practice Thursday

Wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown was back on the field at Lions practice on Thursday. St. Brown did not practice on Wednesday because of a wrist issue, but there does not appear to be anything to worry about for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 9

Dan Skipper's return brings clarity to the LT situation heading into Sunday

The absence of tackle Taylor Decker was felt during the Detroit Lions' 37-24 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. Starting in his place was T Giovanni Manu, a second-year player out of the University of British Columbia.

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown Update Emerges Before Chiefs Game

The Detroit Lions head into Week 6’s "Sunday Night Football" matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs riding a four-game winning streak. After a disappointing opener, Detroit’s offense has surged back to elite form, averaging 34.8 points per game — most in the NFL.

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The '100-rushing-yard games by NFL QBs' quiz

In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 9

Detroit Lions WR Returns to Thursday Practice

The Detroit Lions continued their preparation Thursday afternoon for the Kansas City Chiefs at the team's Allen Park Performance Center. After missing the team's first practice of the week dealing with a wrist injury, start wide receiver Amon-Ra St.

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The sack leader for every NFL season

Sacks became an official stat in 1982. However, you can now find statistical cataloging of sack totals back to the 1960 NFL season. While those stats remain unofficial, they are largely seen as legitimate, so much so that even the NFL’s official website has commented on these sack totals.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 9

Dan Campbell gave a grim update on Taylor Decker’s injury

Detroit Lions veteran left tackle Taylor Decker has been bothered by a lingering shoulder injury since the 2025 season began, and did not suit up for the team’s 37-24 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 9

How Lions 2024 Draft Pick Can Get Back in Defensive Line Rotation

The Detroit Lions' defensive line unit has enjoyed relative success through the first month of the 2025 NFL season. For second-year defensive lineman Mekhi Wingo, the opportunities to contribute in Kelvin Sheppard's defense have diminished.

Dan Campbell News / A to Z Sports / October 9

Everything to know about Lions at Chiefs: Is Dan Campbell bad luck for Kansas City?

The Detroit Lions head to Kansas City to take on the Chiefs for the first time since their big win in Arrowhead in 2023. Let's see if they can do it again this season.

Aidan Hutchinson News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Detroit Lions Predicted to Make Unprecedented Aidan Hutchinson Decision

Aidan Hutchinson has been solid for the Detroit Lions to start the 2025 season. In 5 games, he's racked up 12 tackles, five tackles for loss, five sacks, one hurry and 14 pressures.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 9

Dan Campbell is thrilled with the work Jameson Williams is doing right now

For the second straight offseason, Jameson Williams was the subject of plenty of offseason hype. After taking a notable step last season, bigger things seemed to be in store this season.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 9

Odds Lions Beat Chiefs in Week 6

The Detroit Lions will battle Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in a must-see showdown Sunday night at Arrowhead Stadium. The Lions, winners of four consecutive games, are coming off a 37-24 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals.

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The 25 best single-game rushing performances in NFL playoff history

To go with Yardbarker's offerings on the best playoff passing and receiving performances, here are the top rushing games in NFL postseason history.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Colin Cowherd Makes Absurd Jared Goff Claim Ahead of Lions-Chiefs

Sunday’s showdown between the Detroit Lions and Kansas City Chiefs pits two of the league’s top quarterbacks, Jared Goff and Patrick Mahomes, in a potential Super Bowl 60 preview.

Aidan Hutchinson News / A to Z Sports / October 9

The Chiefs' offensive line is Detroit's biggest challenge yet, but there's a big weakness Aidan Hutchinson and the Lions can exploit

The Detroit Lions' defensive line has had a good season. I know that goes against everything many Lions fans thought was possible without trading for a Pro Bowl edge rusher, but it's happening.

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Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 9

A perfect Lions trade candidate at CB is now off the market

Just under a month before the November 2nd trade deadline, deals are coming fast and furious. The latest name traded is one Detroit Lions fans had wished would come to the Motor City.

Jared Goff News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 9

Analyst Believes Lions' QB is 'No Question' Hall of Famer

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff has emerged as a revelation for the organization since being acquired in a trade prior to the 2021 season. It wasn't pretty at the beginning of his tenure, but ultimately the veteran has found high levels of success and is in the middle of the best stretch of his career.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / October 8

Amon-Ra St. Brown Takes Stance on Jared Goff's MVP Chances

The Detroit Lions feature one Most Valuable Player winner ever, with Barry Sanders sharing it with Brett Favre in 1997. Jared Goff is ascending as the best chance to win the award.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / October 8

Despite Injuries, The Detroit Lions Train Keeps Rolling

The Detroit Lions’ injury bug has returned to rear its ugly head. In all likelihood, it never left. The Lions are without both starting cornerbacks, D.J Reed and Terrion Arnold. When asked if Arnold would be out for the season, Dan Campbell replied, “I don’t know that, but it’ll be a while.

Detroit Lions News / Total Apex Sports / October 8

Detroit Lions Dan Campbell Calls Adam Schefter Report On Team 'Bogus'

This week, Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell found himself at the center of a classic “he said, he said” scenario, this time involving one of the league’s most prominent insiders, Adam Schefter.

Dan Skipper News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 8

Lions Announced Three Moves, Promoted OT Dan Skipper

The Detroit Lions announced they have promoted OT Dan Skipper from the practice squad to the active roster. The team also officially signed CB Arthur Maulet to the practice squad and placed CB Khalil Dorsey on injured reserve. Skipper, 30, originally signed on with the Cowboys as an undrafted free agent out of Arkansas back in 2017.

Terrion Arnold News / Pro Football Rumors / October 8

Lions CB Terrion Arnold to return 'sooner than expected'

Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold is expected to return "sooner than expected" from a shoulder injury that was originally thought to sideline him for a significant amount of time.

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Aidan Hutchinson News / Yardbarker / October 9