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4 winners and 10 losers from the Lions win over the Bears, no, that 10 is not a typo

The Detroit Lions responded and responded big with a 52-21 win over the Chicago Bears at Ford Field on Sunday. We've got 5 winners and 10 losers from this game.

Detroit Lions News / Sporting News / September 14

Jared Goff wasn't happy with Detroit Lions fans' 'F Ben Johnson' chant

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff was none-too-pleased with the harsh Ben Johnson chant Lions fans busted out during the 52-21 victory over the Chicago Bears in Week 2.

NFL News / Side Lion Report / September 14

5 winners (and 1 loser) from Lions' Week 2 destruction of Bears

The Detroit Lions put the Chicago Bears to bed with a 52-21 demolishing in Week 2 at home. In the Lions' first Ford Field game of the year, fans made sure to make former OC Ben Johnson feel right at home: with boos and with profane chants.

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Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / September 14

The Detroit Lions' Offensive Drought Is Officially Over — It Lasted Exactly One Week

Well, it looks like all that handwringing about the Detroit Lions' offense without former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson (now the Chicago Bears' head coach) was a bit of an overreaction.

Ben Johnson News / Side Lion Report / September 14

Lions just ended the Ben Johnson debate in the most emphatic way possible

Well, if there was any doubt that the Detroit Lions were going to take their first game against the Chicago Bears and Ben Johnson personally, they put that to bed not once, not twice, not even three times, but a whopping eight times.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 14

Lions Teach Ben Johnson Lesson, Continue Dominance in 52-21 Win

The Detroit Lions were challenged by their head coach. Dan Campbell wanted to move past the narrative that he was squaring off against his former offensive coordinator in new Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson.

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Jared Goff News / Sporting News / September 14

Detroit Lions' Jared Goff destroys silly narrative after dropping 50 burger on Bears

There was a ridiculous narrative floating around about Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff going into the Week 2 game against the Chicago Bears, but the Lions veteran quickly destroyed it.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14

Lions bounce back from Week 1 performance in major way

Lions offense bounces back from Week 1 performance in major way

There was a lot of banter regarding the poor offensive showing from the Detroit Lions in a Week 1 loss to the Green Bay Packers. The Lions certainly took notice and responded emphatically on Sunday against the Chicago Bears.

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Isaac TeSlaa News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 14

Isaac TeSlaa Has Another Ridiculous One-Handed Grab

Detroit Lions rookie wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa has done it again. After a spectacular grab resulted in a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers, the 2025 third-round pick made another one-handed grab in his debut at Ford Field.

Marcus Davenport News / Sporting News / September 14

Marcus Davenport injury update: Latest news on Lions defender's status in Week 2 game

Detroit Lions veteran edge rusher Marcus Davenport suffered an injury in the second quarter of the Week 2 game against the Chicago Bears. Here's the latest injury update.

David Montgomery News / Sporting News / September 14

Is David Montgomery playing today? Lions running back off to quiet start vs. Bears

Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery is off to a quiet start in the Week 2 game against the Chicago Bears. Here's what we know about his lack of usage thus far.

Jameson Williams News / Sporting News / September 14

Is Jameson Williams playing today? Why Lions wide receiver is off to quiet start vs. Bears

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams is off to a quiet start in the Week 2 game against the Chicago Bears. Here's what we know about his slow start.

Taylor Decker News / Side Lion Report / September 14

Lions' Week 2 inactive list offers a positive sign about Taylor Decker's health

The Detroit Lions have released their inactive list for Week 2 against the Chicago Bears, and it's more of the same from Week 1 just carrying over. One exclusion is worth talking about, though, and that's of tackle Taylor Decker.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 14

Bears vs. Lions final injury report confirms status of 3 key players

Coming off Week 1 losses, the Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears meet in Week 2 with a lot at stake. Despite dealing with injuries all week, both teams will play near 100 percent, with Kerby Joseph, Grady Jarrett and others clearing protocol for Week 2.

Giovanni Manu News / Side Lion Report / September 14

Giovanni Manu confident he’ll be “ready” if called upon in Week 2

After a disastrous performance in Week 1, the last thing Detroit Lions fans want to hear is the possibility that one of their veteran offensive linemen may not play against the Chicago Bears for their Week 2 match-up.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 14

What You Need to Know About Lions Tailgating, Ford Field

Sunday's game marks the first of a new season for fans at Ford Field. After a Week 1 loss on the road in Green Bay, the Detroit Lions will return home to Ford Field for their home opener in Week 2 against the Chicago Bears.

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / Side Lion Report / September 14

Amon-Ra St. Brown reveals what will put Lions offense over the top in Week 2

The Detroit Lions struggled in Week 1 offensively, only scoring 13 points. While the final 27-13 total was ugly, it didn't necessarily indicate how close the team was to breaking through.

Jameson Williams News / Athlon Sports / September 13

Lions WR Jameson Williams Punished by NFL After Loss to Packers

Jameson Williams and the Detroit Lions, after failing to make any noise in last season's playoffs, did not have the start to the 2025 NFL season they were hoping for, falling to Micah Parsons and the Green Bay Packers 27-13.

Monty Rice News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 13

Lions Elevate LB Monty Rice To Active Roster

The Detroit Lions officially elevated LB Monty Rice to their active roster on Saturday for Week 2. Rice, 26, was a three-year starter at Georgia, the team leader in tackles in 2019, and a team captain in 2020.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 13

Detroit Lions Elevate Linebacker From Practice Squad

The Detroit Lions officially announced one practice squad elevation, ahead of their Week 2 home contest against the Chicago Bears. On Saturday afternoon, the team elevated linebacker Monty Rice, who will be available, if needed, to play against the Lions division rival in the home-opener.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 13

Brian Branch and Jameson Williams lost more than a game in the Lions loss to the Packers

The Detroit Lions' loss to the Green Bay Packers last Sunday was not fun for anyone. The players had a bad day, the coaches had a bad day, and as we know from some of the wild overreactions, the fans had a bad day.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 12

Lions coach is sick and tired of hearing about Ben Johnson

The Detroit Lions are preparing to face their former offensive coordinator for the first time since he left the team, but one member of the current coaching staff has grown tired of talking about it.

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Taylor Decker News / Field Level Media / September 12

Lions remain cautious with LT Taylor Decker (shoulder)

Detroit Lions left tackle Taylor Decker was not expected to practice on Friday, putting his availability in question for Sunday's game against the visiting Chicago Bears.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / September 12

Lions have troubling 'chemistry' problem before playing Bears

With new offensive and defensive coordinators, the Detroit Lions looked out of sync in their 27-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers in Week 1. So what's the problem?

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