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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 20
Detroit Lions Bring Back Rookie DL, Cut DL Chris Smith
The Detroit Lions announced a pair of practice squad roster moves early in the week ahead of their first divisional contest of the 2026 NFL regular season.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 20
Detroit Lions Week 7 Tuesday Practice Report Sees Full Attendance
The Detroit Lions returned to the practice field, at the teams Allen Park Performance Center, for the first time since their Week 6 bye concluded. During the portion of practive open for observations, all players on the active roster and practice squad were accounted for, according to league sources.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 20
Lions Announce Two Practice Squad Moves
The Detroit Lions announced they have signed DL Aidan Keanaaian to the practice squad. The Lions released DL Chris Smith from the practice squad in a corresponding move.
The 'Active multi-rushing-TD leaders' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rush for multiple touchdowns on at least four occasions can you name in five minutes?
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 20
Brian Branch’s return changes the Lions’ entire safety plan, and Dan Campbell just hinted at who starts next to him
Branch’s versatility gives Detroit options it hasn’t had all season, and Campbell’s comments suggest Chuck Clark will remain a major part of the plan while Keith Abney continues to earn snaps.
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 / Detroit Lions on SI / October 20
Lions Announce Week 7 Uniforms: How They Have Fared
The Detroit Lions return to action this week against the Green Bay Packers, and will be wearing their all-black uniforms for the divisional tilt. It'll
Dan Campbell News / DetroitLionsCommunity / October 20
Dan Campbell Hails Lions Superstar Following Major Position Switch
The Detroit Lions enter their bye week at 3-2, knowing there’s plenty of work ahead if they want to reclaim their place among the NFC’s elite. Despite an impressive 45-21 victory over Arizona, Detroit has experienced an inconsistent start, with questions surrounding the offense, defense, and coaching staff.
Khalil Mack News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 20
Lions’ perfect Khalil Mack trade offer to Chargers before NFL trade deadline
The Detroit Lions are at a huge crossroads headed into Week 7. Detroit is coming off their bye week after getting a much-needed win against Arizona in Week 5.
Joey Porter Jr. News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 20
Mike Valenti Shares Bold Feelings About Lions Not Landing Joey Porter Jr.
The Detroit Lions were not able to land one of the top available cornerbacks and frustrations are mounting, as Kelvin Sheppard's pass defense is the worst in the National Football League.
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 / A to Z Sports / October 20
4 Lions trade ideas Detroit should absolutely avoid before the deadline, including one of my own
From mortgaging the future for Jeffrey Simmons to moving Sam LaPorta for aging veterans, some of these Lions trade proposals are difficult to defend. One of mine belongs on the list too.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 20
The Lions need one thing more than anything after the bye, and the last 2 seasons show exactly why
Detroit has had 27 players miss time due to injuries suffered after its bye over the last two seasons. With 12 games still ahead, avoiding another post-bye avalanche may matter more than anything else.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 20
Lions 2026 Playoff Standings Update: Divisional Showdowns Loom Large
The Detroit Lions are exiting their bye week and entering into what could be a season-defining set of games. Through the first six weeks of the NFL season, the NFC North is looking like one of the toughest divisions in football yet again.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / October 19
Lions’ Brian Branch, Cade Mays Expected To Play In Week 7
On October 7, the Lions opened the practice window for safety Brian Branch and center Cade Mays. Both players are eligible to be activated at any time, and that should be taking place soon.
Devin White News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 16
Lions Put Three On IR Including LB Devin White
The Detroit Lions announced they have placed LB Devin White, OL Ben Bartch and WR Tom Kennedy on injured reserve. All three will be sidelined for a minimum of four games before they’re eligible to return.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 16
Lions' Jared Goff gets NFL rankings boost before critical Packers game
In five games in 2026, Goff has completed 67.0% of his passes for 1,485 yards, averaging 7.8 yards per attempt, with 12 passing touchdowns and zero interceptions.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 14
Vikings land significantly higher than division rivals in ESPN's Power Rankings
The NFC North has become a competitive division, but the Vikings have a clear jump on their competition through Week 5.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 13
Lions get a massive boost in ESPN's NFL Power Rankings
Thanks to the Lions' strong showing, they're rising in ESPN's NFL Power Rankings after the game in Week 5.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / October 12
Lions’ Tom Kennedy Likely To Undergo Season-Ending Knee Surgery; Devin White Suffers Broken Forearm
The Lions improved to 3-2 with a 45-21 thrashing of the Cardinals on Sunday, but they did not escape Arizona unscathed. Wide receiver/returner Tom Kennedy and linebacker Devin White each went down with significant injuries in the first half.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 12
Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs is aiming for LaDainian Tomlinson's TD record; is RB on track to break it?
Gibbs, 24, now has 58 career TDs (46 rushing, 12 receiving), surpassing former Lions RB Barry Sanders — a Pro Football Hall of Famer — for the most in NFL history before turning 25.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 11
Lions make NFL history in much-needed win over Cardinals
The Detroit Lions are back and ready to climb back to the top of the NFC North. Well, Rome wasn't built in a day, but the Lions did inch one step closer to getting up in the NFC North on Sunday with a needed win over the Arizona Cardinals, 45-21.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 10
Lions predicted to make major move to try to save their season
NFL teams are already making changes, mainly if they're losing teams, and even though we're just in Week 5 of the season, time is getting tight when it comes to turning a season around. One team that really needs some help is the Detroit Lions.
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.
Kelvin Sheppard 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 / 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.
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