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It finally feels like Lions' Super Bowl window is gone, but look at NFC

It finally feels like Lions' Super Bowl window is gone, but look at NFC

Just 5 NFC teams currently have winning records: The Vikings, Bears, 49ers, Seahawks and Giants. Where do Detroit Lions fit into NFL playoff mix?
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Lions injury updates: Brian Branch return imminent, but 2 other defenders hurt

Lions injury updates: Brian Branch return imminent, but 2 other defenders hurt

Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch is on track to return to practice this week. Plus injury updates on Tyleik Williams and Rock Ya-Sin.
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Lions players defend DC Kelvin Sheppard: Struggles 'a players thing'

Lions players defend DC Kelvin Sheppard: Struggles 'a players thing'

Detroit Lions rank last in NFL in scoring, total and passing defense after loss to the Carolina Panthers. Here's what Dan Campbell and players said.
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Discussion: Is the 2026 Detroit Lions defense fixable?

Discussion: Is the 2026 Detroit Lions defense fixable?

The 2026 Detroit Lions’ defense is in infamous territory. Is there any hope of fixing it?
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Jahmyr Gibbs as this generation's Barry Sanders? 'He's 1 of 1'

Jahmyr Gibbs as this generation's Barry Sanders? 'He's 1 of 1'

Jahmyr Gibbs evoked memories of Barry Sanders with his 17-yard TD run for Lions against the Jets and ranks 4th in the NFL in rushing after 3 games.
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Detroit’s defense comes face-to-face with its ugly past selves

Detroit’s defense comes face-to-face with its ugly past selves

Allowing nearly 32 points per game, the Lions defense is entering a territory we thought it had ditched for good.
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Lions grades vs Panthers: Defense, coaching take big blame in loss

Lions grades vs Panthers: Defense, coaching take big blame in loss

Free Press sports writer Dave Birkett grades the Detroit Lions’ performance in their 32-26 loss to the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Oct. 4.
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What channel is Packers vs. Buccaneers on today? Time, TV schedule to watch Week 4 games

What channel is Packers vs. Buccaneers on today? Time, TV schedule to watch Week 4 games

How to watch the Packers vs. Buccaneers in Week 4 action on Sunday, Oct. 4.
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Lions players know how 'dynamic' Panthers QB Bryce Young can be. They've seen it

Lions players know how 'dynamic' Panthers QB Bryce Young can be. They've seen it

Several Detroit Lions players have experience against rising Carolina Panthers star Bryce Young, back to his days at Alabama.
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Detroit Lions vs. Carolina Panthers preview: 4 key stats

Detroit Lions vs. Carolina Panthers preview: 4 key stats

A data-driven preview of  Lions at Panthers, focusing on key stats and matchups.
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Detroit Lions Player Brian Branch Nearing Return from Achilles Injury

Detroit Lions Player Brian Branch Nearing Return from Achilles Injury

Detroit Lions Player Brian Branch Nearing Return from Achilles Injury
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Lions-Panthers scouting report: Is defense ready for ascending Bryce Young?

Lions-Panthers scouting report: Is defense ready for ascending Bryce Young?

The Detroit Lions visit the Carolina Panthers on Sunday Night Football, still with significant questions in the secondary.