The Lions are 4-2 and finding a groove after back-to-back wins over Arizona (45-21) and Green Bay (20-17), but the pass rush is still too reliant on Aidan Hutchinson. Hutchinson remains the headliner, but when the opposite edge doesn’t win, teams can slide protection his way and attack Detroit’s secondary — which is still allowing…
Detroit Lions (4-2) host Minnesota Vikings (6-0) Sunday Nov 1, 1pm FOX. Dan Campbell said: “Minnesota is playing outstanding football… they play very complementary football.” Vikings offense under Kevin O’Connell/Wes Phillips runs pre-snap motion, play action 33.6% (2nd most), end-arounds. Key is Justin Jefferson, TJ Hockenson uptick, Jordan Addison, Aaron Jones. Vikings defense under Brian…
The NFL Report just dropped a must-listen preview for Sunday’s NFC North showdown. Per the Oct 28 episode (11:50pm ET), NFL Network analyst Bucky Brooks joined Steve Wyche and James Palmer to break down Vikings vs Lions — billed as an NFC North heavyweight fight between the Detroit Lions (4-2) and the undefeated Minnesota Vikings…
Kevin O’Connell Highlights Defensive Challenges Vikings Face Against Lions Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell knows his team faces a difficult challenge as they prepare to take on the Detroit Lions in a crucial NFC North matchup. The Lions have a dangerous offense capable of putting pressure on opposing defenses in multiple ways. With quarterback…
Lions Provide Huge Kerby Joseph Injury Update on Wednesday The Detroit Lions have received a major boost regarding safety Kerby Joseph, who returned to practice Wednesday for the first time this season after a lengthy recovery from a knee injury. Joseph has been sidelined since October 2025 and began the 2026 season on the physically…
Sam LaPorta picked a tough time to have his quietest game of the season. The Detroit Lions star tight end and the front office are reportedly not seeing eye to eye on a new deal. According to Detroit Jock City, contract negotiations have been paused since before the season started, and LaPorta has openly expressed…
Even in a win, the Detroit Lions’ defense caught the attention of a Hall of Fame quarterback — and not in a good way. NFL legend Kurt Warner shared strong comments about Detroit’s defensive approach during their 20-17 Week 7 victory over the Green Bay Packers. The play in question came at the 5:51 mark…
Indianapolis started selling and Brad Holmes should be watching. The Colts are 2-5, fired their GM, and have already moved two All-Pros. Now A to Z and SideLionReport say Lions should call about Charvarius Ward and Sauce Gardner, while Yardbarker floated a Madden-like Buckner + Ward combo: 4th + 5th + two 6ths for a…
The Detroit Lions just got their biggest defensive boost of the season. According to Dan Campbell, Detroit has officially designated All-Pro safety Kerby Joseph to return from the Physically Unable to Perform list, clearing him to resume practicing. “Everybody loves Kerby, man,” Campbell said. “He’s a good teammate and brings a ton of energy.” Joseph…
With the Nov 10 trade deadline under two weeks away, ESPN named the Detroit Lions as a best fit for four players. Riq Woolen makes sense — Eagles are 2-5 without Jalen Hurts, could sell. Lions need outside CB, Woolen brings man coverage + two-deep zone length but tackling needs work: 20 catches on 36…