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NFL predictions: 4 keys to a Lions victory over the Cardinals in Week 5

NFL predictions: 4 keys to a Lions victory over the Cardinals in Week 5

Predicting what the Detroit Lions will do to earn a victory over the Arizona Cardinals in Week 5 of the 2026 season.
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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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Detroit Lions vs. Arizona Cardinals preview, prediction: On Paper

Detroit Lions vs. Arizona Cardinals preview, prediction: On Paper

A preview and prediction for Detroit Lions vs. Arizona Cardinals in Week 5.
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Lions OC Drew Petzing on return to Arizona: 'Got to go out and beat them'

Lions OC Drew Petzing on return to Arizona: 'Got to go out and beat them'

The Detroit Lions rank 20th in the NFL in rushing and have just one run over 20 yards despite having one of the best RBs in football.
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Dan Campbell takeaways: 3 things he needs to see from Detroit Lions defense

Dan Campbell takeaways: 3 things he needs to see from Detroit Lions defense

Lions coach Dan Campbell listed out 3 things he wants to see from the defense vs. the Cardinals and shared a Mike Ditka story.
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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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NFL predictions: Are we in for offensive fireworks between the Cardinals and Lions?

NFL predictions: Are we in for offensive fireworks between the Cardinals and Lions?

Best bets, predictions and props for the Arizona Cardinals game against the Detroit Lions.
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Dan Campbell has higher standards for Lions offense than defense

Dan Campbell has higher standards for Lions offense than defense

The Detroit Lions rank at or near the bottom of all major defensive categories while the offense has scored the fifth-most points in the NFL in 2026.
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Lions Week 5 preview: Breaking down Cardinals’ offensive, defensive schemes

Lions Week 5 preview: Breaking down Cardinals’ offensive, defensive schemes

Breaking down the offensive and defensive schemes of the Arizona Cardinals the Detroit Lions’ Week 5 opponent.
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Lions coach Dan Campbell hasn’t considered adding defensive assistant… yet

Lions coach Dan Campbell hasn’t considered adding defensive assistant… yet

Dan Campbell didn’t completely close the door on adding a defensive assistant coach to help out Kelvin Sheppard.
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Detroit Lions scouting report: Arizona Cardinals better than their record shows

Detroit Lions scouting report: Arizona Cardinals better than their record shows

Breaking down the Arizona Cardinals’ strengths, weaknesses, and key offseason moves.
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Survey: Will the Lions beat the Cardinals in Week 5?

Survey: Will the Lions beat the Cardinals in Week 5?

Checking in with Detroit Lions fans in our latest SB Nation Reacts surveys.