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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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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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Detroit Lions vs. Arizona Cardinals preview: 3 key stats

Detroit Lions vs. Arizona Cardinals preview: 3 key stats

A data-driven preview of Lions at Cardinals, focusing on key stats and matchups.
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NFL picks and odds: Bengals vs. Dolphins predictions, full Week 5 2026 winners

NFL picks and odds: Bengals vs. Dolphins predictions, full Week 5 2026 winners

Our Week 5 predictions are here. Join our season-long picks pool.
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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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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.
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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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NFL Power Rankings: Week 5 Edition

NFL Power Rankings: Week 5 Edition

100% accurate ranking of all 32 NFL teams.
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Discussion: How much will Brian Branch’s return help the Lions defense?

Discussion: How much will Brian Branch’s return help the Lions defense?

How much difference will Brian Branch make for the Detroit Lions’ defense?
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NFL Picks Week 5: Celebrating the Past

NFL Picks Week 5: Celebrating the Past

The first quarter of the 2026 NFL season has concluded and now we move forward with Week 5. What will this week have in store? Let’s take a look!
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NFL picks against the spread for Week 5 from our expert staff

NFL picks against the spread for Week 5 from our expert staff

Our panel of experts is back to give you picks against the spread for every game on a loaded Week 5 slate.
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NFL picks and predictions: Broncos vs. Chargers and the rest of Week 5

NFL picks and predictions: Broncos vs. Chargers and the rest of Week 5

Mile High Report’s Christopher Hart predicts the straight-up winners for every Week 5 matchup of the 2026 season.