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What the box score didn’t tell you: The Lions defense took a real step against Green Bay, but one problem still won’t go away

Detroit limited Green Bay’s explosive passing game and repeatedly got off the field, but the conversions it did allow were far too damaging. The Detroit Lions walked out with a win over the Green Bay Packers, and the last thing they need to do is apologize for it.

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A little-used Lions defender just forced his way into a bigger conversation after Sunday’s win

Detroit gave one of its core special-teamers a rare chance on defense against Green Bay, and two big plays were enough to get Dan Campbell’s attention.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 26

8 Winners, 3 Losers in Detroit Lions Win Over Packers

On Sunday, the Detroit Lions came back after a bye week to start divisional play, taking on the Green Bay Packers. The Lions forced multiple stops in the first half, en route to a 10-7 halftime lead.

Dan Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 26

Everything Dan Campbell Said After Lions Defeated Packers

Here is a transcript of everything Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell said after his team defeated the Green Bay Packers to move to 4-2 on the season.

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The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

How many of the players responsible for the best rushing season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Xavier McKinney News / Yardbarker / October 26

Packers' McKinney calls out officiating as team's roughing penalties pile up

Packers' Xavier McKinney calls out officiating as team's roughing penalties pile up

Green Bay dropped to 4-3 and last place in the NFC North.

Packers get hosed by a ridiculous roughing-the-passer call vs. Lions

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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.

NFL News / EasySportz / October 25

Lions Walk Off Packers With Last Second Field Goal

The Detroit Lions earned a dramatic 20-17 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at Ford Field, as kicker Jake Bates drilled a 22 yard field goal as time expired to give Detroit a crucial divisional win.

Tom Brady News / HITC / October 26

Is Tom Brady facing NFL punishment after breaking broadcast rules during Packers-Lions?

Tom Brady could face a significant fine from the NFL after openly criticising officials during Fox’s broadcast of the Green Bay Packers’ 20-17 defeat to the Detroit Lions.

Sam LaPorta News / Viral Sports News / October 26

Detroit Lions’ Sam LaPorta Receives Stunning Trade Update

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta entered the weekend already under scrutiny after publicly questioning the franchise’s willingness to extend his rookie contract.

Brian Branch News / A to Z Sports / October 25

7 Lions winners and 3 losers from the Packers win: Brian Branch is back, but one big lineup decision already looks shaky

Brian Branch looked like himself in his long-awaited return, Jameson Williams stayed hot and a few defensive players earned bigger roles — but Detroit also has some decisions to make after an ugly 20-17 win.

Jahmyr Gibbs News / Viral Sports News / October 25

Lions Announce Major Jahmyr Gibbs Injury News After Big Win

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs should be fine after an awkward landing late in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s 20-17 victory over the Green Bay Packers, head coach Dan Campbell said.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 25

Lions spammed all the emotes after crucial penalty in Packers win

The Detroit Lions picked up a huge win over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday evening. Detroit took on Green Bay coming out of its bye week. They needed a win to avoid falling to a .500 record.

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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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 25

Lions’ Dan Campbell’s 2 reasons for going for it with bold call vs. Packers

The Detroit Lions beat the Green Bay Packers at Ford Field in Week 7 action, 20-17 behind a clutch Jake Bates field goal kick. The Bates kick came after a decision by Lions coach Dan Campbell to go for it on fourth down which blew up in his face.

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Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / October 25

Lions snap Packers' winning streak with Jake Bates' walk-off field goal

Jake Bates kicked a 22-yard field goal as time expired to give the host Detroit Lions a 20-17 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. Jared Goff passed for 303 yards and two touchdowns, both to Jameson Williams.

Detroit Lions News / TWSN / October 25

Detroit Lions Flirt With Disaster Before Delivering a Dramatic Win Over Green Bay

The Detroit Lions, despite some questionable offensive calls, would beat the Green Bay Packers 20-17 in their first game back from their bye. The Lions move to 4-2 on the season, but the big takeaway from the game is the Lions’ defense stepping up and helping the Lions offense, who struggled this game.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 25

Lions’ Jake Bates walks it off for Detroit in wild ending to Week 7 Packers clash

Coach Dan Campbell’s Detroit Lions welcomed Matt LaFleur and Jordan Love’s Green Bay Packers to town in Week 7, a game that included a fourth-down gamble on Jahmyr Gibbs that did not work out.

Brian Branch News / A to Z Sports / October 25

What We Learned About the Lions: The Lions somehow survived the Packers in one of the drunkest games you’ll ever see, and Brian Branch made his return count

Detroit turned a potential blowout into a fourth-quarter mess with two fumbles, red-zone failures and another rough day getting off the field — then Branch, D.J.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 25

Key Takeaways From Detroit Lions 20-17 Victory Against Packers

The Detroit Lions were only able to win two of their six division games last season. With how important it is to thrive in division play, the game against the Green Bay Packers in Week 7 was another test in one of the toughest divisions in the NFL Detroit's offense has been tasked with carrying a defense that has many question marks.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 25

Lions’ bold move in 4th quarter blew up in its face vs. Packers

Coach Dan Campbell’s Detroit Lions took on the Green Bay Packers at Ford Field in Week 7 action, which included an impressive Brian Branch interception in his injury return.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / October 26

Packers get hosed by a ridiculous roughing-the-passer call vs. Lions

The Packers were also on the receiving end of several other curious penalties during Sunday’s game.

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Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 25

Lions’ Brian Branch announces return from injury with acrobatic INT of Jordan Love

The Detroit Lions welcomed Brian Branch back into the fold for Week 7. The star Lions safety had not played this season as he worked his way back from an Achilles injury.

Detroit Lions News / TWSN / October 25

Detroit Lions Must Win These Three Battles to Beat the Green Packers

Fresh off their Week 6 bye, the Detroit Lions return to action against the Green Bay Packers. A battle between division heavyweights is a rough return, but this is a litmus test for the Lions to see what they have to improve (spoiler alert: they already know).

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 25