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Lions' Jameson Williams won't have a drop problem all season, right?

Lions' Jameson Williams won't have a drop problem all season, right?

The Detroit Lions' OT win was thrilling, but they wouldn't have needed the extra time if Jameson Williams had held onto a few passes in regulation.
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Lions winners and losers: Forgotten man clutch, Jameson Williams slumps

Lions winners and losers: Forgotten man clutch, Jameson Williams slumps

Within a Lions front 7 that features Aidan Hutchinson, Alim McNeill and Jack Campbell, Derrick Barnes is a forgotten man. He showed up vs Saints.
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Lions think 2026 mix of stars and stitches can finally equal Super Bowl

Lions think 2026 mix of stars and stitches can finally equal Super Bowl

Detroit Lions felt pain of missing 2025 NFL playoffs. They return the same core that was a force in 2023-24. Sunday kicks off new season vs Saints.
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Key matchups: Saints vs. Lions

Key matchups: Saints vs. Lions

Week 1 is finally here, and the Saints have the chance to start the year off right.
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5 winners, 3 losers from Detroit Lions’ win over the New Orleans Saints

5 winners, 3 losers from Detroit Lions’ win over the New Orleans Saints

The Detroit Lions eked out an overtime win over the New Orleans Saints. Here are the players that impressed and disappointed.
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5 takeaways from Detroit Lions’ overtime win against New Orleans Saints

5 takeaways from Detroit Lions’ overtime win against New Orleans Saints

5 takeaways from the Detroit Lions’ 31-30 overtime win against the New Orleans Saints in Week 1.
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Lions vs Saints predictions in NFL Week 1: Who starts 1-0 and why?

Lions vs Saints predictions in NFL Week 1: Who starts 1-0 and why?

It's time for our experts to make Detroit Lions vs. New Orleans Saints predictions and score picks for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.
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Lions hold the edge in every matchup with Saints. But will they open season with a win?

Lions hold the edge in every matchup with Saints. But will they open season with a win?

Lions first-round pick Blake Miller will start at right tackle in his NFL debut against a Saints defense that finished 5th in sack percentage last year
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Lions choke 21 point second-half lead, but rally to beat Saints in OT

Lions choke 21 point second-half lead, but rally to beat Saints in OT

Detroit Lions score: Jahmyr Gibbs went crazy for the Lions in Week 1 but it wasn't enough to stop the Saints from forcing OT in a 31-30 win.
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Detroit Lions primed for another run – trace it back to beating Bears

Detroit Lions primed for another run – trace it back to beating Bears

Dan Campbell and Detroit Lions spent offseason getting back to their roots. They are looking to make a statement again. I believe they will in 2026.
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Week 1 staff picks: Bold predictions, final score for Saints at Lions

Week 1 staff picks: Bold predictions, final score for Saints at Lions

Week 1 is finally here. Our staff writers shared their picks for the New Orleans Saints' season opener with the Detroit Lions, with bold predictions.
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Lions vs. Saints preview: 3 key player matchups

Lions vs. Saints preview: 3 key player matchups

Our Detroit Lions vs. New Orleans Saints preview identifies three key player matchups.