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Detroit Lions Dan Campbell ‘Hopeful’ Key Defensive Piece Will Be Ready For Week 16

The Detroit Lions’ secondary has been hit with another injury concern, but head coach Dan Campbell is optimistic about the outcome. Cornerback Amik Robertson exited late in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s loss to the Los Angeles Rams with a hand injury, adding to the team’s defensive woes.

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Titans Poach Detroit Lions Safety, CB Added to Practice Squad

The Tennessee Titans have poached Detroit Lions safety Erick Hallett off of the team's practice squad. According to the Titans team website, "Hallett, who played in college at Pittsburgh, initially joined the Jaguars as an undrafted free agent in 2023.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 16

Vegas Views Lions Favorably in Home Finale Against Steelers

The Detroit Lions are entering their final home game at Ford Field in 2025, and it is a big one. As Detroit clings to its playoff hopes in a crowded NFC playoff picture, a date with the Pittsburgh Steelers awaits.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 16

The Good, Bad, and Ugly From Detroit Lions Loss to Rams

The Detroit Lions actually held a halftime lead against the Los Angeles Rams. In the first 30 minutes of the game, Detroit forced a turnover, scored points off of the Aidan Hutchinson interception and were able to move the football well offensively.

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Jared Goff News / Total Apex Sports / December 16

Detroit Lions Jared Goff Expresses Annoyance On Lack Of Belief From Fans

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff has a clear message for the growing number of fans who believe the team’s playoff chances are over: the doubt is frustrating, and the team remains confident.

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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.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / December 16

Lions Film Study: The offenses third-quarter struggles come down to just three things that went wrong

The Detroit Lions actually played a really good game on Sunday. I know nobody is willing to believe that because they lost and gave up 40 points. But they handled their business.

Dan Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 16

Dan Campbell Addresses Struggles of Two Detroit Lions Players

The Detroit Lions' defense is facing a significant amount of scrutiny, following a subpar performance against the Los Angeles Rams. Two of the team's top defenders were among the lowest PFF-graded players against the Los Angeles Rams.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 16

Woeful Defense Sinks Detroit Lions in Latest NFL Power Rankings

Here is a look at Week 16 NFL power rankings. In the majority of polls, the Detroit Lions dipped in the weekly rankings, following a disappointing 41-34 loss to the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 16

Lions Snap Counts Against Rams Confirm Drastic RB Workload Shift

The Detroit Lions were unable to earn a win in a big matchup with the Los Angeles Rams Sunday. Though they started fast, the Lions couldn't hold off a furious rally and ultimately lost to the Rams, 41-34, Sunday at SoFi Stadium.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 15

Lions’ HC Dan Campbell’s 3-word message with playoff hopes in doubt

The Detroit Lions are on the brink of playoff elimination after a Week 15 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. While mathematically out of the playoffs yet, the Lions face an uphill climb.

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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.

Dan Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 15

Detroit Lions Will Contact League About Controversial Rams Call

The Detroit Lions will contact the National Football League offices about the controversial ruling made during the Los Angeles Rams game. Tight end Colby Parkinson's touchdown stood, even though replay footage indicated his knee was down prior to reaching the end zone.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 15

Detroit Lions Are Not Set Up to Make, Succeed in Playoffs

The Detroit Lions, in their present injury-decimated state, proved Sunday they're not only inferior to the L.A. Rams, but that they're also not good enough to be a playoff team for a third consecutive season.

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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 15

Lions most to blame for high-scoring loss to Rams

The Detroit Lions had every opportunity to walk away victorious from SoFi Stadium on Sunday night, but instead, they left with a devastating 41-34 loss to the Los Angeles Rams—a defeat that falls squarely on their shoulders.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 15

Detroit Lions CB Lowest PFF-Graded Player Against Rams

Detroit Lions cornerback D.J. Reed has not played up to his high standards since his return from a hamstring injury. Against the Los Angeles Rams, the veteran defensive back was the lowest PFF-graded player on the Lions (29.5).

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 15

NFL Week 15 panic meter: Lions, Packers losing hope

With only three weeks remaining in the NFL regular season, bubble teams are running out of time to make a final push to the playoffs.

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NFL News / A to Z Sports / December 15

Lions Film Study: Rams' game-sealing touchdown gives Detroit a glimpse at what's to come in the final weeks of the season

It's cliche, but the NFL is a copycat league and the Detroit Lions got a taste of what's to come during Sunday's disappointing loss to the Los Angeles Rams.

Jared Goff News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 15

Everything Lions QB Jared Goff Said After Disappointing Rams Loss

Here is everything that Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff told reporters after losing to the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. Yeah, the first down efficiency, I think, is the main thing to point out.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / December 15

Where things stand with possible compensatory fourth round pick the Lions can get from D.J. Reed's injury

One of the more interesting things to pay attention to this year has been the compensatory pick formula and how it could land the Detroit Lions a compensatory fourth-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / December 15

Tanking is not an option for the Lions, not because it goes against the culture, but because it won't work

I get it, Detroit Lions fans. If the Lions don't make it into he playoffs with 15 wins, they couldn't possibly do anything once they get there. That's the way people felt about the 2007 New York Giants, too, but we all saw what happened there.

Dan Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 15

Everything Dan Campbell Said After Lions Loss to Rams

Here is everything Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell said, following a 41-34 loss to the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. All right. Third quarter was was rough on us, you know.

Brian Branch News / The Predictors / December 14

Brian Branch underwent achilles surgery... now what?

Detroit Lions starting safety Brian Branch suffered a season ending achilles tendon tear in the week 14 matchup against the Cowboys. For the 24-year-old safety, what does this mean for the future of his career?

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 13

Lions Announce Four Moves, Place S Brian Branch On IR

The Detroit Lions announced Saturday that they’ve made four roster moves for their Week 15 game. The full list includes: Lions placed S Brian Branch on

Detroit Lions News / The SportsRush / December 13

'I’m Like, What the…': Derrick Barnes Admits Lions Gave Him a Mini-Heart Attack by Drafting Amon-Ra St. Brown

The Detroit Lions have a few imports that are doing big things for them. Namely, their quarterback, Jared Goff. But what many consider the most talented roster in football was largely constructed through the draft.

Kerby Joseph News / Pro Football Rumors / December 13

Kerby Joseph Could Land On IR After Setback

Safety Kerby Joseph was among the Lions’ many standouts during a 15-win season in 2024. After Joseph intercepted an NFL-best nine passes and earned first-team All-Pro honors, the Lions awarded him a record-setting extension worth $86MM over four years.