Detroit Lions love what they saw from new-look defensive backfield
Amik Robertson earned a ton of praise for his work handling the task of moving from the inside to outside cornerback in Chicago.
Lions-49ers doesn’t have the same spark, but Detroit is ‘bringing everything’ Monday
This isn't the same 49ers team the Lions lined up against 11 months ago, but Detroit is still treating it like a marquee game.
Detroit Lions Defense Must Improve For Number One Seed
Like a meteor shower, the Detroit Lions’ exceptional fireworks season came crashing back to earth on Sunday. Despite an outstanding effort from quarterback Jared Goff who completed 38 of 59 attempts for 494 yards with five touchdowns and no interceptions,
Detroit Lions waive defensive lineman after win over Bears
ALLEN PARK -- Defensive lineman Chris Smith continues to bounce between the practice squad, free agency and the main roster for the Detroit Lions. Smith was waived on Monday afternoon after playing 12 defensive snaps in the team’s 34-17 win over the Chicago Bears.
First look: Detroit Lions at San Francisco 49ers odds and lines
The Detroit Lions (13-2) and San Francisco 49ers (6-9) meet at Levi's Stadium in Week 17 for Monday Night Football. Kickoff in the rematch of last season's NFC Championship Game is scheduled for 8:15 p.
Lions' Brian Branch: Paces Detroit in tackles
Branch recorded 12 total tackles (10 solo), including one tackle for loss, and defended one pass in Sunday's 34-17 win over the Bears. The second-year pro from Alabama returned to his usual starting spot of slot corner for the first time this season with Ifeatu Melifonwu making his 2024 debut and returning from injured reserve in Week 16.
Bears vs. Lions: Biggest winners from Chicago's Week 16 loss
The Chicago Bears lost again. This time, it was a home defeat at the hands of the Detroit Lions, 34-17, who are one of the elite teams in the NFC. Make that nine straight losses for Chicago. Detroit being an elite team is not an excuse for the Bears,
Detroit Lions winners and losers: Brian Branch's versatility invaluable vs Bears
Brian Branched moved from his safety position to slot cornerback in nickel packages Sunday to help the Detroit Lions' beleaguered secondary.
Could Shaq Barrett Aid Lions' Defense?
The Miami Dolphins are waiving former Pro-Bowl edge rusher Shaq Barrett from the Reserve Retired list today. Barrett can play again this season if he clears waivers Friday. If another team claims him, ...
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We all knew this debacle against the Bills was coming from Detroit Lions' depleted defense
Didn’t we all know, even back then, that the defense and its continued depletion was going to be what cost the Lions ...
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Dan Campbell: 'Not buying' injuries as an excuse for Lions' defensive meltdown vs. Bills
The Detroit Lions' injury-riddled defense took two more hits Sunday as starters Alim McNeill and Carlton Davis III ...
Funnel Defense Report Week 17: Commanders set to go pass heavy again?
We find defenses every season that profile as a so-called run funnel, meaning opponents lean unusually hard on the rushing ...
Lions head into NFC title game rematch vs. 49ers seeking top seed more than revenge
Coach Dan Campbell stood at the podium after Detroit blew a 17-point lead to San Francisco in last season’s NFC title game ...
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Detroit Lions' Defense in Crisis: Three More Injuries Rock the Roster Against Bills
The Detroit Lions’ defensive woes worsened in their matchup against the Buffalo Bills, with three more players sidelined due ...
Lions Week 17 Thursday Injury Report
Two key players were out of practice on Thursday, as both cornerback Terrion Arnold and running back David Montgomery were both out. Montgomery has been nursing a knee injury, while Arnold was a new ...
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HIGHLIGHT: Lions' defense swarms Odunze to force fumble on second straight possession
Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze finds open field for a 19-yard gain but the Detroit Lions' defense punches the ball ...
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Detroit Lions set for double injury boost as Dan Campbell's Super Bowl plan hots up
Head coach Dan Campbell will see his depleted defense return a pair of key contributors while the eventual return of star ...