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Kelvin Sheppard defense falls short again – in standing up for Lions

Kelvin Sheppard defense falls short again – in standing up for Lions

Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard faces scrutiny after defending his unit's poor play and blitz calls in a loss at Carolina.
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5 takeaways from Kelvin Sheppard’s presser: Lions DC stands by scheme, blitzes

5 takeaways from Kelvin Sheppard’s presser: Lions DC stands by scheme, blitzes

Detroit Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard staunchly defended the defense’s scheme in his weekly press conference.
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Here's how the Arizona Cardinals can upset the Detroit Lions in Week 5

Here's how the Arizona Cardinals can upset the Detroit Lions in Week 5

The Arizona Cardinals are 5 1/2-point underdogs at home against the Detroit Lions, but this could be a chance for their offense to have a big day.
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Kelvin Sheppard says Detroit Lions defense is 'banging on this wall'

Kelvin Sheppard says Detroit Lions defense is 'banging on this wall'

In a lengthy news conference Thursday, Oct. 8, Detroit Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard said he’s proud of the way his defensive line has played.
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'I believe in Kelvin Sheppard': Lions' Dan Campbell doubles down in support

'I believe in Kelvin Sheppard': Lions' Dan Campbell doubles down in support

Dan Campbell doubled down on his support of embattled Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard.
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Lions S Brian Branch on return to practice: 'I'm ready to go'

Lions S Brian Branch on return to practice: 'I'm ready to go'

Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch spoke to the media after returning to practice this week, saying he was "ready to go."
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Unlike Detroit Lions fans, Dan Campbell isn't in 'panic mode'

Unlike Detroit Lions fans, Dan Campbell isn't in 'panic mode'

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell said Monday the team's issues extend beyond its beleaguered defense.
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Detroit Lions stock report: 6 risers, 21 fallers against the Panthers

Detroit Lions stock report: 6 risers, 21 fallers against the Panthers

The biggest risers and fallers from the Detroit Lions’ demoralizing loss to the Carolina Panthers
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What Detroit Lions fans want to know after Panthers loss

What Detroit Lions fans want to know after Panthers loss

Here are the questions Detroit Lions fans are asking after their team’s rough loss to the Carolina Panthers.
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Lions' Dan Campbell shares 1 thing he most wants to see from defense vs Cardinals

Lions' Dan Campbell shares 1 thing he most wants to see from defense vs Cardinals

Dan Campbell shared the one thing he most wants to see from his Detroit Lions defense at the Arizona Cardinals.
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Here's the only way Lions will overcome their historically bad pass D

Here's the only way Lions will overcome their historically bad pass D

The Detroit Lions don't just need to clean up their defense ... they need to tear it down. Good luck with that right now.
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Week 5 power rankings: Detroit Lions fall, defense hammered by national media

Week 5 power rankings: Detroit Lions fall, defense hammered by national media

A look at where the Detroit Lions sit in the the NFL’s 2026 Week 5 power rankings.