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NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 4

Key Matchup Detroit Lions Must Win Against Carolina Panthers

A banged-up Lions defensive backs room will face an injury-depleted Panthers receivers room Sunday night. D.J. Reed and Ennis Rakestraw Jr., Detroit's starting outside cornerback duo, will take on a Carolina receiving corps devoid of two of its top receivers: Xavier Legette and Jalen Coker.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 4

Roundtable: Previewing Lions Week 4 Matchup Against Panthers

The Detroit Lions OnSI staff previews the Lions' Week 4 matchup with the Carolina Panthers. Christian Booher: It's disappointing because it felt like the Lions had a real shot to get him, but it's also not surprising given how Brad Holmes has operated as the team's general manager.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 4

Lions Week 4 Updated Depth Chart Against Panthers

The Detroit Lions are looking for a second-consecutive win early in the 2026 season. Detroit bounced back from a Week 2 loss to the Buffalo Bills with a win over the New York Jets, advancing to 2-1 on the young season.

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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.

Sam LaPorta News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 4

Lions Broke Off Contract Talks With TE Sam LaPorta

According to Ian Rapoport, the Lions and TE Sam LaPorta have broken off contract talks after failing to find common ground so far. The two sides had been negotiating for the first few weeks of the regular season, per Rapoport.

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.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 4

Expert Predictions For Detroit Lions Matchup With Carolina Panthers

The Detroit Lions will try to notch back-to-back wins for the first time in 2026 when they square off with the injury-depleted Carolina Panthers Sunday night.

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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.

Dan Campbell News / DetroitLionsCommunity / October 3

Dan Campbell Gives Lions Fans Positive Update Amid Major Injury Concerns

The Detroit Lions have faced significant injury concerns this season, particularly on the defensive side. Losing key players has left Dan Campbell short-handed, with starting safeties Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph both sidelined.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3

NFC Notes: Jared Goff, Kyler Murray, Lions, Packers, Vikings

Lions QB Jared Goff hasn’t missed a game since 2021. Detroit HC Dan Campbell praised Goff’s leadership and his perseverance through pain. “He’s durable, he’s tough, he’s resistant, resilient.

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Jameson Williams News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 3

Lions WR Hit With Hefty Fine After Jets Game

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams received a fine from the NFL for the second straight week. Williams was hit with a $23,417 fine for unnecessary roughness, stemming from his use of his helmet on a play in the third quarter of the team's Week 3 win.

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 / Detroit Lions on SI / October 3

Detroit Lions Elevate Safety From Practice Squad Against Panthers

The Detroit Lions have officially revealed their Week 4 practice squad elevation, ahead of a primetime Sunday Night Football road contest against the Carolina Panthers.

Brian Branch News / TWSN / October 3

Brian Branch’s Return Could Be a Turning Point for the Detroit Lions’ Defense

Relief is coming to the Motor City, as the Detroit Lions could be getting secondary help very soon. According to reports, Lions star safety Brian Branch could return to practice as early as this week.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 3

Dan Campbell Confirms Lions Were 'In On' Joey Porter Jr. Before Steelers Chose Dallas

The reports linking the Detroit Lions to Joey Porter Jr. were accurate. Head coach Dan Campbell said Friday that Detroit was in the bidding for the cornerback before the Pittsburgh Steelers sent him to the Dallas Cowboys for a 2027 sixth-round pick and a 2028 second-rounder.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / October 2

Dan Campbell Confirms Lions Pursued Trade For Joey Porter Jr.

The Cowboys acquired Joey Porter Jr. from the Steelers on Wednesday, reportedly beating out the Giants and Lions to land the cornerback. The notion that the Giants were in talks with the Steelers has been shot down since then, but the Lions were indeed involved.

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.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 2

Jahmyr Gibbs Warns Lions Defense Bryce Young Could Start 'Carving Y'all Up' on Sunday

Jahmyr Gibbs has seen Bryce Young up close, so he took it upon himself to brief the Detroit Lions’ defense. The running back, one of the Lions seeing their stock rise through three games, shared a backfield with Young at Alabama in 2022, the quarterback’s final college season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 2

Dan Campbell reveals if Lions came close to trading for Joey Porter Jr.

Dan Campbell reveals if Lions came close to trading for Cowboys' Joey Porter Jr.

While speaking with reporters on Friday, Campbell revealed whether or not general manager Brad Holmes came close to landing Porter before the 26-year-old ended up in Dallas.

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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 2

The Lions defense could look noticeably different Sunday, starting with one young player I’m ready to put in the lineup

Detroit’s offense should remain mostly unchanged, but Rakestraw, Nowaske and several young defenders could see expanded roles on a defense that continues to evolve.

Detroit Lions News / DetroitLionsCommunity / October 2

Lions Fan Defends Brad Holmes Following Failed Joey Porter Jr. Trade

Detroit Lions fans are growing frustrated with general manager Brad Holmes as defensive injuries expose the team’s lack of depth. Supporters are desperate for reinforcements, but Holmes has yet to make a significant move to strengthen the unit.

Detroit Lions News / Stadium Rant / October 2

What Happened To Calvin Johnson?

What happened to Calvin Johnson after the former Detroit Lions superstar retired from the NFL? Known as “Megatron,” Johnson was one of the most dominant wide receivers of his generation and built a legendary career in Detroit.

Jared Goff News / Athlon Sports / October 1

Lions' Jared Goff Emerges as Sleeper MVP Candidate in Latest NFL Quarterback Power Rankings

Jared Goff is officially in his sixth season as the Detroit Lions’ starting quarterback, and the veteran continues to be one of the most efficient passers in the sport.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1

Lions' Campbell reacts to what Bears' Johnson said about Goff

Lions' Dan Campbell reacts to what Bears' Ben Johnson said about Jared Goff

Ever since Johnson stopped serving as the OC of the Lions to become head coach of the Bears in January 2025, he has taken multiple playful shots at Goff.

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