Lions have 2nd straight playoff rematch, hosting Bucs after beating them in divisional round
3 months, 1 week ago

Lions have 2nd straight playoff rematch, hosting Bucs after beating them in divisional round

Associated Press  

Tampa Bay at Detroit Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, FOX BetMGM NFL Odds: Lions by 7 1/2. The visiting team has won the past four regular-season meetings between the one-time NFC Central rivals, including Detroit’s 20-6 win last October when Goff threw for a season-high 353 yards and two TDs. Stats and stuff The Bucs are the NFC’s only team that has made the playoffs each of the past four seasons.. Tampa Bay earned points on seven of nine possessions in the opener, trailing just two teams in the highest percentage of scoring drives.. Bucs WR Mike Evans is the only player in NFL history to begin a career with 10 consecutive seasons with at least 1,000 yards receiving. Since the start of last season, they have scored rushing and passing in a league-high 16 games.. Lions WR Jameson Williams had five catches for a career-high 121 yards, including a 52-yard touchdown last week.. Detroit was the only team in Week 1 with three players gaining 70 scrimmage yards: Gibbs, Montgomery and Williams.. The Lions acquired CB Carlton Davis from Tampa Bay for a third-round draft pick last March, adding a player who started 75 games over six seasons for the Bucs.

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Lions and Bills meet in matchup of odds-on Super Bowl favorite and a top contender
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1 week, 3 days ago

Lions and Bills meet in matchup of odds-on Super Bowl favorite and a top contender

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The NFC-leading Detroit Lions are playing the AFC East-leading Buffalo Bills in a marquee, late-season matchup that might be a Super Bowl preview. “There’s no place you’d rather be than playing this type of football, this type of team, in December,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said. “You saw a team that’s fighting for their lives to try to …

Lions aim to extend franchise-record winning streak to 12 against AFC East champion Bills
1 week, 3 days ago

Lions aim to extend franchise-record winning streak to 12 against AFC East champion Bills

Associated Press  

Buffalo at Detroit Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Lions by 2 1/2. In Detroit’s past five home games, Goff has thrown 14 TDs and only one INT since throwing two INTs without a TD in the team’s only loss to Tampa Bay in Week 2. His six catches on 14 targets were his most since joining the …

Campbell, Lions no longer satisfied with just making the playoffs
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Campbell, Lions no longer satisfied with just making the playoffs

Associated Press  

DETROIT — For most of a century, the Detroit Lions making the playoffs was a banner day. A week after a Thanksgiving win over the Chicago Bears, the Lions beat Green Bay 34-31 to move to 12-1 and clinch a second straight postseason berth — the first time they’ve done that since going three years in a row from 1993-95. …

NFC-leading Lions host Packers, aiming for franchise-record, 11-game winning streak, playoff spot
2 weeks, 4 days ago

NFC-leading Lions host Packers, aiming for franchise-record, 11-game winning streak, playoff spot

Associated Press  

Green Bay at Detroit Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EST, Amazon Prime Video. The Packers have won their past five division road games, including a 29-22 win at Detroit last year on Thanksgiving when Jordan Love threw a 53-yard TD to Christian Watson on the game’s first play and finished with three TDs.. Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur, who is from Michigan, …

Bucs host 49ers with both teams aiming to build momentum for strong second-half push
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Bucs host 49ers with both teams aiming to build momentum for strong second-half push

Associated Press  

San Francisco at Tampa Bay Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL Odds: 49ers by 6. Otton has at least eight receptions each of the past three games and can become the first tight end since Kelce in 2020 to have eight-plus catches and 75-plus receiving yards in four consecutive games. The 49ers are 4-3 coming off a regular-season bye …

NFC North Showdown: Lions' High-Powered Offense Facing Packers' Ball-Hawking Defense
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

NFC North Showdown: Lions' High-Powered Offense Facing Packers' Ball-Hawking Defense

Associated Press  

The NFC North showdown between the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions is set to take place this Sunday. The Lions have a high-powered offense, while the Packers specialize in taking the ball away. The game is expected to be a high-scoring contest, as both teams are capable of scoring plenty of points. Detroit has been a dominant force …

Lions vs. Packers: A Battle of Titans
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lions vs. Packers: A Battle of Titans

Associated Press  

The Lions and Packers clash in a battle of titans. The Lions, fresh off a four-game winning streak, seek to extend their winning run against the Packers, who are coming off a tough loss to the Jaguars. The game features key matchups between the Lions' rushing duo of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery and the Packers' run defense led by …

NFC South Showdown: Falcons Face a Rejuvenated Buccaneers in Tampa Bay
1 month, 4 weeks ago

NFC South Showdown: Falcons Face a Rejuvenated Buccaneers in Tampa Bay

Associated Press  

The Atlanta Falcons will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a highly anticipated matchup. The Falcons are coming off a tough loss to the Seattle Seahawks, while the Buccaneers have been struggling to find their footing after losing key players to injuries. This game will be a test of the Falcons' offense and defense, as well as the Buccaneers' ability …

3-time defending NFC South champion Bucs face Falcons with chance to build off strong 3-1 start
2 months, 2 weeks ago

3-time defending NFC South champion Bucs face Falcons with chance to build off strong 3-1 start

Associated Press  

Tampa Bay at Atlanta Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EDT, Amazon Prime Video BetMGM NFL Odds: Falcons by 1 1/2 Series record: Buccaneers lead 31-30. Buccaneers player to watch WR Mike Evans became Tampa Bay’s all-time leading scorer last week and has compiled some impressive numbers against Atlanta. Falcons player to watch QB Kirk Cousins has logged two game-winning drives despite uneven …

It’s early, but 3-time defending NFC South champion Buccaneers are off to another strong start
3 months ago

It’s early, but 3-time defending NFC South champion Buccaneers are off to another strong start

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are off to another strong start, though coach Todd Bowles understandably is playing down the significance of being 2-0 for a fourth straight season. “It’s a new season, still have a lot of games left,” quarterback Baker Mayfield said after Sunday’s 20-16 road win over the Detroit Lions, who defeated Tampa Bay twice …

Lions host Bucs in another playoff rematch from last postseason
3 months, 1 week ago

Lions host Bucs in another playoff rematch from last postseason

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions are the fourth team in NFL history to open a year with two straight playoff rematches. “If you can put some money in the bank early in the season, it will pay big dividends.” The 2007 New England Patriots, 1984 San Francisco 49ers and 1966 Green Bay Packers won NFL titles after starting seasons with …

Lions prepare for Sunday night rematch with Matthew Stafford and the Rams
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions prepare for Sunday night rematch with Matthew Stafford and the Rams

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions know they have to put the 2023 season behind them and focus on 2024. Detroit opens the season on Sunday night against the Los Angeles Rams in a rematch of their wild-card game in January — won by the Lions for the franchise’s first playoff victory in 40 years. “The hardest thing is that we’ve …

Lions defeat Buccaneers to set up NFC championship showdown with 49ers
11 months ago

Lions defeat Buccaneers to set up NFC championship showdown with 49ers

LA Times  

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff passes for a touchdown during a 31-23 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFC divisional playoffs Sunday at Ford Field. Goff threw his second touchdown pass with 6:22 left and the Lions beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-23 in the divisional round on Sunday, lifting Detroit into the NFC championship for the first …

Lions host Bucs in divisional round, aiming to win 2 playoff games in season for 1st time since 1957
11 months ago

Lions host Bucs in divisional round, aiming to win 2 playoff games in season for 1st time since 1957

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions and their fans waited a long time to celebrate as they did last week after beating the Los Angeles Rams in the wild-card round. NFC North champion Detroit is determined to move a step closer toward potentially reaching the Super Bowl for the first time with a win Sunday in the divisional round against NFC …

Mayfield throws for 337 yards and 3 TDs to lead Buccaneers to 32-9 NFC wild-card rout of Eagles
11 months, 1 week ago

Mayfield throws for 337 yards and 3 TDs to lead Buccaneers to 32-9 NFC wild-card rout of Eagles

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — All Baker Mayfield and the resurgent Tampa Bay Buccaneers wanted was an opportunity to make some noise in the playoffs. Their 32-9 wild-card playoff victory over Jalen Hurts and the defending NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night guaranteed they’ll have another. Mayfield threw for 337 yards and three touchdowns, and Tampa Bay’s defense never allowed Hurts …

Rams vs. Lions in NFC wild-card playoffs: How to watch, start time and prediction
11 months, 1 week ago

Rams vs. Lions in NFC wild-card playoffs: How to watch, start time and prediction

LA Times  

The Rams need to account for where Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson is lining up at all times. Quarterback Matt Stafford returns to Ford Field for the first time since the Rams acquired him in a 2021 trade for Jared Goff and draft picks. Stafford, who led the Rams to a Super Bowl title in 2021, made the Pro Bowl …

Buccaneers secure NFC South crown with win against Panthers: How Todd Bowles guided the ship
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Buccaneers secure NFC South crown with win against Panthers: How Todd Bowles guided the ship

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Eagles vs Buccaneers in the NFC wild card matchup. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers clinched their third-straight NFC South championship with a 9-0 win against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Tampa Bay kicker Chase McLaughlin split the uprights with kicks of 36, 57 and 39 yards to help the Buccaneers secure the fourth seed in …

Lions’ path to NFL playoffs: Detroit may see familiar foe in wild-card round
1 year ago

Lions’ path to NFL playoffs: Detroit may see familiar foe in wild-card round

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Lions vs. Broncos We’re on to NFL Week 15, so it’s time for another peek at the Detroit Lions’ playoff outlook. According to the New York Times’ playoff simulator, the Lions still have a 99 percent chance to make the playoffs and a 91 percent chance to win the NFC North, based on 206,000 …

Lions survive another defensive breakdown to move to 9-3
1 year ago

Lions survive another defensive breakdown to move to 9-3

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions turned an early rout into a nail-biter on Sunday, and not in the way Dan Campbell wanted. “There’s nothing easy about these wins, but we found a way.” WHAT’S WORKING Tight end Sam LaPorta had nine catches for 140 yards and a touchdown against the Saints. He only threw for 213 yards, but he didn’t …

Lions have little time to celebrate comeback win over the Bears with Packers up next on Thanksgiving
1 year, 1 month ago

Lions have little time to celebrate comeback win over the Bears with Packers up next on Thanksgiving

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The NFC North-leading Detroit Lions are 8-2 for the first time since 1962 and yet they can’t celebrate because they’re hosting the rival Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving. Coach Dan Campbell said they played some of their best football of the season in the last four minutes of the 31-26 comeback win over the Chicago Bears. …

NFC North-leading Lions brought back to reality in 38-6 loss to Ravens
1 year, 2 months ago

NFC North-leading Lions brought back to reality in 38-6 loss to Ravens

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — Having already beaten the powerful Kansas City Chiefs while getting off to their best start in 12 years, the Detroit Lions came to Baltimore with a 5-1 record, a solid grip on first place in the NFC North and with high expectations of knocking off another AFC contender. “I’ll be the first to say, when you go three-and-out …

David Montgomery runs wild as Lions beat Packers 34-20 to take early command of NFC North
1 year, 2 months ago

David Montgomery runs wild as Lions beat Packers 34-20 to take early command of NFC North

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy David Montgomery rushed for 121 …

Lions seek to take early control of NFC North by beating Packers for 4th straight time
1 year, 2 months ago

Lions seek to take early control of NFC North by beating Packers for 4th straight time

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — When the Detroit Lions previously visited Lambeau Field, they knocked Green Bay out of playoff contention in what turned out to be Aaron Rodgers’ final game in a Packers uniform. “It’s definitely going to be a huge game and one that we’ve got to win,” Packers quarterback Jordan Love said. “It’s a new year.” This Green …

Lions, Packers meet in Thursday night showdown for NFC North lead
1 year, 2 months ago

Lions, Packers meet in Thursday night showdown for NFC North lead

Associated Press  

DETROIT at GREEN BAY Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EDT, Prime Video OPENING LINE: Lions by 1½, according to FanDuel Sportsbook AGAINST THE SPREAD: Lions 2-1, Packers 1-2 SERIES RECORD: Packers lead 105-75-7 LAST MEETING: Lions won 20-16 at Green Bay on Jan. 8. LAST WEEK: Lions won 20-6 at home over Falcons; Packers won 18-17 at home over Saints LIONS OFFENSE: …

Mayfield, Bucs look to build on confidence-bolstering win as they host Fields, Bears
1 year, 3 months ago

Mayfield, Bucs look to build on confidence-bolstering win as they host Fields, Bears

Associated Press  

CHICAGO at TAMPA BAY Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, FOX FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NFL LINE: Buccaneers by 3. LAST MEETING: Buccaneers beat Bears 38-3 on Oct. 24, 2021, in Tampa Fla. LAST WEEK: Bears lost 38-20 at home to Green Bay; Buccaneers won 20-17 at Minnesota. STATS AND STUFF: Bears running backs combined for just 63 of Chicago’s 122 yards rushing last …

Coach Dan Campbell’s Lions are 1-0 with no asterisk required, and they look like a playoff contender
1 year, 3 months ago

Coach Dan Campbell’s Lions are 1-0 with no asterisk required, and they look like a playoff contender

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions can bask in the afterglow of one of their biggest wins in years before getting back to work. “It’s crucial,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said Friday. “Not the same old Lions, the 1-0 Lions,” NBC’s Mike Tirico said during the broadcast. Tirico went on to mention Kansas City’s win over the defending champion New England Patriots several …

Lions favored to win NFC North, hoping to end 3-decade drought without a division title
1 year, 3 months ago

Lions favored to win NFC North, hoping to end 3-decade drought without a division title

Associated Press  

DETROIT LIONS (9-8) EXPECTATIONS: Playoffs?! Yes. Detroit is favored to win the NFC North, hoping to end a three-decade drought without a division title. The Lions haven’t been in the playoffs since 2016 and have only one postseason victory since winning the 1957 NFL title. With a potent offense and improved defense, one of the league’s historically bad franchises is …

Despite loss, Lions defense shows signs of progress
2 years, 1 month ago

Despite loss, Lions defense shows signs of progress

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Coach Dan Campbell talked Monday about some of the positives he took out of his Detroit Lions’ 24-6 loss to the Dallas Cowboys. The Patriots scored a defensive touchdown and Dallas got short fields after five Lions turnovers, and Detroit’s defense kept them in the game. Injuries have forced Goff to play without his two biggest playmakers — …

Rams’ 30-27 NFC divisional playoff victory over Buccaneers by the numbers
2 years, 11 months ago

Rams’ 30-27 NFC divisional playoff victory over Buccaneers by the numbers

LA Times  

Rams coach Sean McVay hugs quarterback Matthew Stafford after their playoff victory over the Buccaneers. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Rams’ 30-27 NFC divisional playoff victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday — scoring and statistics. Rams lineman Aaron Donald sacks Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady in the second quarter. Summary RAMS 10 10 7 3 …

Rams vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers matchups, start time and how to watch
2 years, 11 months ago

Rams vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers matchups, start time and how to watch

LA Times  

Matthew Stafford threw for 202 yards and two touchdowns with no interceptions in the wild-card win over Arizona, and the Rams need another strong outing from him at Tampa Bay. Breaking down how the Rams and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers match up heading into their NFC divisional-round playoff game at noon PST on Sunday at Raymond James Stadium. In last …

Lions win on final play, end winless string 29-27 over Vikes
3 years ago

Lions win on final play, end winless string 29-27 over Vikes

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Lions finally found a victory when Jared Goff threw an 11-yard touchdown pass to Amon-Ra St. Brown as time expired, lifting previously winless Detroit to a 29-27 win over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. The 44-year-old Brady completed 38 of 51 throws, including touchdowns of 27 and 11 yards to Gronkowski — their first scoring passes since …

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