After topping 49ers, Lions face short week in hosting Vikings in key game to close regular season
3 days, 10 hours ago

After topping 49ers, Lions face short week in hosting Vikings in key game to close regular season

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions have a short week to prepare for a pivotal matchup against Minnesota, and they will not complain about that fact. “You couldn’t write a better scenario,” Detroit coach Dan Campbell said after a 40-34 win at San Francisco on Monday night. “You find me a quarterback that’s playing better than him in this league right now.” Goff completed 77% of his passes against his hometown 49ers and set a franchise record by throwing three touchdown passes for the fourth game in a row. “He had some critical tackles and just really showed up for us.” Joseph is the first Detroit player with nine interceptions, including a pick-6, since Hall of Famer Lem Barney did it in 1967. “Those guys want to see each other succeed.” What’s next Rest and recover after playing on Monday night and flying across the country to prepare for perhaps the biggest game in the regular season in team history.

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Lions beat the 49ers 40-34 in a tune-up for Week 18 division showdown
4 days, 5 hours ago

Lions beat the 49ers 40-34 in a tune-up for Week 18 division showdown

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The big prizes for the Detroit Lions remain on the horizon, with the team seeking a division title, the top seed in the NFC playoffs and the franchise’s first Super Bowl trip. Jared Goff threw three touchdown passes and the Lions tuned up for their Week 18 division showdown against Minnesota by beating the 49ers 40-34 …

One year after clinching playoff berth, Browns drop to new low as ugly season reaches final days
4 days, 11 hours ago

One year after clinching playoff berth, Browns drop to new low as ugly season reaches final days

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Browns celebrated the anniversary of clinching a playoff berth by scoring three points, losing their home finale in front of a half-filled stadium and improving their 2025 draft position. Of course, so many of Cleveland’s problems are connected to quarterback Deshaun Watson and his five-year, $230 million contract, which has put a financial squeeze on the …

Aiming for top seed, Lions play 49ers on road before closing regular season at home against Vikings
1 week, 4 days ago

Aiming for top seed, Lions play 49ers on road before closing regular season at home against Vikings

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions watched Washington beat Philadelphia on the way home following a bounce-back win at Chicago that helped them keep pace with Minnesota in the race for the NFC North title and top seeding in the conference. Detroit plays slumping San Francisco on the road next Monday night, a rematch of the NFC championship game …

Detroit Lions sneak past Green Bay Packers and into play-offs with 34-31 win
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Detroit Lions sneak past Green Bay Packers and into play-offs with 34-31 win

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Today in Sports - Week Ahead, Dec. 6 - Dec. 12
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Today in Sports - Week Ahead, Dec. 6 - Dec. 12

Associated Press  

Dec. 10 1939 — The Green Bay Packers register the first shutout in an NFL championship game by beating the New York Giants 27-0. 1994 — Art Monk sets an NFL record for consecutive games with a reception on New York’s first play in the Jets’ 18-7 loss to the Detroit Lions. 2006 — LaDainian Tomlinson breaks Shaun Alexander’s NFL …

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

Lions extend win streak to 10 games, hold off Bears for 23-20 victory
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1 month ago

Lions extend win streak to 10 games, hold off Bears for 23-20 victory

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff threw two touchdown passes to Sam LaPorta, Jake Bates made three field goals in the first half and the Detroit Lions held off the Chicago Bears 23-20 on Thursday to extend their winning streak to 10 games. Caleb Williams threw an incomplete pass as time expired from the Detroit 41 after being sacked with about 30 …

Lions coach Dan Campbell and his wife hoping for win over Bears to make him happy on Thanksgiving
1 month, 1 week ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell and his wife hoping for win over Bears to make him happy on Thanksgiving

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell hopes to be happy on Thanksgiving for the first time in four years. You want to win this game and be able to enjoy your Thanksgiving dinner with your family and it’ll be my first time experiencing that here and I want to do that.” Caleb’s comfort Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, who was taken No. 1 …

Lions haven’t taken any opponent lightly on the way to 9-1 record
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Lions haven’t taken any opponent lightly on the way to 9-1 record

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions were on the verge of their first Super Bowl appearance, but couldn’t finish off the San Francisco 49ers in last season’s NFC championship game. Defensively, they held Jacksonville to two field goals and 170 yards of offense — their 475-yard advantage was the NFL’s biggest margin since 1979. “When you score seven touchdowns and hold …

Jared Goff looks to bounce back from throwing career-high 5 INTs when Lions host Jaguars
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jared Goff looks to bounce back from throwing career-high 5 INTs when Lions host Jaguars

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions are off to their best start in seven decades thanks in part to the play of Jared Goff. That’s the way we’re built.” The Lions became the first team since 1970 to win after trailing by at least 15 points and throwing five interceptions. Streaking St. Brown Detroit’s offense was sluggish in its first two …

Lions Looking Like Contender as Expected, Leaning on Jared Goff's Arm, Run Game and Playmaking DBs
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Lions Looking Like Contender as Expected, Leaning on Jared Goff's Arm, Run Game and Playmaking DBs

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions are looking like a Super Bowl contender, with their offense performing well and their defense holding their own against tough opponents. Despite missing key players, the team has shown resilience and adaptability, with Jared Goff leading the offense to new heights. The defense, led by Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch, has been a force, and the team's …

Lions Dominate Packers in Thrilling Victory
2 months ago

Lions Dominate Packers in Thrilling Victory

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions defeated the Green Bay Packers 24-14 in a thrilling game that saw both teams battle it out in the second half. Kerby Joseph's pick-6 proved to be a game-changing moment, securing the Lions' first win in over 60 years. The Lions dominated the first half, scoring two touchdowns and holding the lead throughout the second quarter. Despite …

Lions vs. Packers: A Battle of Titans
2 months 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 …

Lions Struggle to Overcome Titans Despite Scoring 52 Points
2 months ago

Lions Struggle to Overcome Titans Despite Scoring 52 Points

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions' 52-14 victory over the Tennessee Titans was a strange game, with the offense struggling to find its rhythm despite having 225 yards of offense. Despite the offensive struggles, the defense forced four turnovers and allowed only 40 return yards on 23 kicks. The Lions' performance highlights the importance of special teams, but they need to find more …

Lions Dominate Titans, Continue Their Winning Streak
2 months, 1 week ago

Lions Dominate Titans, Continue Their Winning Streak

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions dominated the Tennessee Titans 52-14 in a convincing performance. Jared Goff threw three touchdown passes and David Montgomery was the first of five players to score in the first half for the Lions. The Lions had their highest-scoring game since 1970 and scored at least 50 for the fourth time in franchise history.

NFL Week 7 best and worst coaching decisions: Lions offense solves Brian Flores’ puzzle
2 months, 1 week ago

NFL Week 7 best and worst coaching decisions: Lions offense solves Brian Flores’ puzzle

New York Times  

It may seem like Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is a constant fixture on the positive side of this column, but he earns it as every week he attacks a new problem with creative, interesting and effective solutions. This week, the Lions did something a few offenses have been able to do: figure out coordinator Brian Flores’ Vikings defense. On …

Lions Dominate Vikings in Thrilling Thriller, Secure NFC North Crown
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions Dominate Vikings in Thrilling Thriller, Secure NFC North Crown

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions secured their first division title in 30 years with a thrilling 31-29 victory against the Minnesota Vikings. Jake Bates's field goal with seconds left secured the win for the Lions, who dominated the game despite trailing for most of the contest. Jahmyr Gibbs led the Lions with 116 yards and two touchdowns, while Jared Goff threw for …

The undefeated Vikings and their stress-inducing defense take on the high-scoring and surging Lions
2 months, 2 weeks ago

The undefeated Vikings and their stress-inducing defense take on the high-scoring and surging Lions

Associated Press  

Detroit at Minnesota Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, Fox. The Lions have scored 40-plus points in two straight games for the first time since 1962, behind one of the NFL’s most complete offenses and one of its brightest strategical minds. DE Marcus Davenport, who played last season for the Vikings, is likely out for the year with a triceps injury.. Lions …

Campbell still believes in Lions defense despite poor performance against Seahawks
3 months ago

Campbell still believes in Lions defense despite poor performance against Seahawks

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell strongly believes the Detroit Lions still have the strong defense they showed in the first three games of the season. We have to clean it up — we can’t survive 12 penalties every game — so we will keep working on our craft.” The Lions did have two takeaways, with Davis contributing a 49-yard fumble return …

Chargers look to carry over momentum from Week 1 vs. Panthers, who are reeling from 37-point defeat
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Chargers look to carry over momentum from Week 1 vs. Panthers, who are reeling from 37-point defeat

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers are looking to build on the momentum of a solid Week 1 win, while embattled second-year quarterback Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers will try to pick themselves off the mat following a history-making defeat. “My responsibility as the head coach is to say, OK, let’s look at all the …

Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown run in OT lifts Lions to 26-20 win over Rams
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown run in OT lifts Lions to 26-20 win over Rams

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions opened the season by outlasting the Los Angeles Rams with a balanced offense, grinding out yards on the ground and going to the air for some pivotal plays just as they did in their NFC wild-card game. David Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown run in overtime lifted the Lions to a 26-20 win over the Matthew Stafford-led …

Lions looking into options for depth at quarterback with Hendon Hooker still in concussion protocol
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions looking into options for depth at quarterback with Hendon Hooker still in concussion protocol

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Detroit Lions quarterback Hendon Hooker was still in concussion protocol, three days after he was injured in a preseason game against the New York Giants. Lions coach Dan Campbell said Sunday that the team is looking into signing another player at the position so starter Jared Goff and potential backup Nate Sudfeld are not the only …

Analysis: Hard to blame Dan Campbell for staying true to his aggressive self
11 months ago

Analysis: Hard to blame Dan Campbell for staying true to his aggressive self

Associated Press  

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. On a Sunday filled with superlative performances by Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce in the AFC championship game and a stellar comeback by Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers against the Lions in the NFC title game, Campbell’s fourth-down decisions stole the spotlight. Detroit Lions fans …

Lions-49ers game features 2 of the NFL’s top 3 offenses, but San Francisco has big edge on defense
11 months, 1 week ago

Lions-49ers game features 2 of the NFL’s top 3 offenses, but San Francisco has big edge on defense

Associated Press  

The San Francisco 49ers are back in a familiar spot facing a Detroit Lions team new to this stage. The Lions almost blew a wild-card game against Jared Goff’s former team, the Los Angeles Rams, and pulled away from Tampa Bay in the fourth quarter last week. WHEN THE LIONS HAVE THE BALL The Lions had the league’s second-ranked passing …

The 49ers host the Lions in NFC title game with a spot in Super Bowl on the line
11 months, 1 week ago

The 49ers host the Lions in NFC title game with a spot in Super Bowl on the line

Associated Press  

DETROIT at SAN FRANCISCO Sunday, 6:30 p.m. EST, Fox OPENING LINE: 49ers by 7, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. KEY INJURIES: Lions G Jonah Jackson and TE Brock Wright will miss the game after being hurt last week.. Return specialist and WR Kalif Raymond will miss a third straight game for the Lions.. C Frank Ragnow is playing through a sprained …

Lions hoping to make more history, seeking first road playoff win since 1957
11 months, 1 week ago

Lions hoping to make more history, seeking first road playoff win since 1957

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions have taken strides toward leaving their woeful history behind, pulling within a win of their first Super Bowl appearance. Detroit plays at San Francisco on Sunday in the NFC championship game, aiming for the franchise’s first road playoff win since 1957, when it beat the 49ers and went on to win the NFL …

Lions coach Dan Campbell says he has a ton of receipts. He isn’t ready to show them after big win
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell says he has a ton of receipts. He isn’t ready to show them after big win

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Dan Campbell has receipts. “There will be a time and place for that,” the Detroit Lions coach said Monday, a day after leading his team to a win over the Los Angeles Rams to give the franchise its first playoff win in 32 years. 2 seed, will host two playoff games in one postseason for the …

Packers-Vikings could be wild-card elimination game, with division clinched for Lions
1 year ago

Packers-Vikings could be wild-card elimination game, with division clinched for Lions

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY at MINNESOTA Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC OPENING LINE: Vikings by 1½, per FanDuel Sportsbook. Jayden Reed didn’t play last week and has been a limited participant in practice.. Packers S Darnell Savage has sat out two straight games and practiced on a limited basis this week. With OLB Marcus Davenport out for the past nine games and …

Dan Campbell brings rolling Lions home to Texas, seeking end to Cowboys’ 15-game home winning streak
1 year ago

Dan Campbell brings rolling Lions home to Texas, seeking end to Cowboys’ 15-game home winning streak

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — The circumstances are quite a bit better for Detroit coach Dan Campbell since the previous time the Lions visited his home state. The Texas native has led the Lions to their first division title in 30 years, and the NFC North champs aren’t out of the running for the top seed in the NFC heading into Saturday …

Lions hang on to beat Vikings 30-24 and clinch 1st division title since 1993
1 year ago

Lions hang on to beat Vikings 30-24 and clinch 1st division title since 1993

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Dan Campbell towered over the podium in a black T-shirt commemorating Detroit’s first division title in 30 years, reveling in the moment as the bass from the locker room next door pulsated through the walls. When the Lions played at Minnesota two years ago in Campbell’s first season, the 6-foot-5 head coach cried during his postgame news conference …

Jared Goff throws Detroit Lions to brink of ending seven-year play-off wait
1 year ago

Jared Goff throws Detroit Lions to brink of ending seven-year play-off wait

The Independent  

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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 matchup at Saints features opposing coaches who have a history together
1 year, 1 month ago

Lions matchup at Saints features opposing coaches who have a history together

Associated Press  

DETROIT at NEW ORLEANS Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX BETTING LINE: Lions by 4 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. STATS AND STUFF: Since the Lions lost to Miami on Oct. 30, 2022, they have won at least three straight games after every setback.. Detroit WR Amon-Ra St. Brown is eight catches away from joining Odel Beckham Jr. and Michael Thomas …

Typical NFL also-rans surge toward playoff position in topsy-turvy season
1 year, 1 month ago

Typical NFL also-rans surge toward playoff position in topsy-turvy season

Associated Press  

Inside the Numbers dives into NFL statistics, streaks and trends each week. ___ The way this NFL season is going so far, there’s a decent chance there could be a first-time Super Bowl participant for the first time since the 2008 season when Arizona became the 28th franchise to reach the big game. Detroit has won just one playoff game …

Lions coach Dan Campbell focuses on strong offensive play instead of struggling defense
1 year, 1 month ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell focuses on strong offensive play instead of struggling defense

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Coach Dan Campbell knows his defense has to start making plays if the Detroit Lions are going to be a threat to win their first playoff game since the 1990s. “Coming off the bye, you want to know you haven’t lost your mojo or if it is going to take a little bit to get it back,” Campbell …

Lions lean on Jahmyr Gibbs’ legs, Jared Goff’s arm in 26-14 win over offensively challenged Raiders
1 year, 2 months ago

Lions lean on Jahmyr Gibbs’ legs, Jared Goff’s arm in 26-14 win over offensively challenged Raiders

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions can trace their turnaround to hitting more than missing in the draft. Gibbs ran for a season-high 152 yards and a touchdown, LaPorta had eight receptions for 57 yards with a score, and the rookies helped the Lions beat the Las Vegas Raiders 26-14 on Monday night. “You could tell he was feeling it.” The …

The Lions face Baltimore this weekend, having come a long way since Justin Tucker’s 66-yard kick
1 year, 2 months ago

The Lions face Baltimore this weekend, having come a long way since Justin Tucker’s 66-yard kick

Associated Press  

Two years ago, it took Dan Campbell a dozen games to earn his first victory as coach of the Detroit Lions. That win would have come much earlier if not for Baltimore’s Justin Tucker, whose 66-yard field goal handed Campbell and his team a crushing home defeat in September of that season. After the loss to the Ravens, quarterback Jared …

David Montgomery runs wild as Lions beat Packers 34-20 to take early command of NFC North
1 year, 3 months ago

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

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Lions scramble to prepare to play Packers for division lead on short week
1 year, 3 months ago

Lions scramble to prepare to play Packers for division lead on short week

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell isn’t the type of coach to hype up one game on his team’s schedule. “It doesn’t get any better than this when it comes to atmosphere.” WHAT’S WORKING The Lions held Atlanta to 183 yards of offense on Sunday, the lowest total of Campbell’s three seasons as coach and only the second time his team has …

Lions pass rush never gets started in 37-31 loss to Seahawks
1 year, 3 months ago

Lions pass rush never gets started in 37-31 loss to Seahawks

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions knew they had a potential matchup advantage going into Sunday’s game with the Seattle Seahawks. “We made some critical errors, and that will get you beat every time,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said after the 37-31 loss. Seattle’s starting tackles — Charles Cross and Abraham Lucas — both missed the game, but Smith didn’t believe …

Rodgers throws 3 INTs, Lions hold on to beat Packers 15-9
2 years, 1 month ago

Rodgers throws 3 INTs, Lions hold on to beat Packers 15-9

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Aaron Rodgers faked a handoff, rolled right and threw off-balance left, woefully short of his target. Rodgers matched a career high with three interceptions and threw an incomplete pass on fourth down from the Detroit 17 in the final minute, letting the Lions hold on for a 15-9 win over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday in a …

As Lions’ defense finally clicks, offense badly fumbles chance to beat Cowboys
2 years, 2 months ago

As Lions’ defense finally clicks, offense badly fumbles chance to beat Cowboys

New York Times  

ARLINGTON, Texas — In a moment of unmistakable yet justifiable frustration, the headset went flying. “I’ve got to prove myself.” Williams’ turnover was one of five — yes, five — for Detroit Sunday afternoon. The sack fumbles were unfortunate but at that point in the game, trying to extend the play and take care of the ball either way, but …

Rodgers fine, sits 2nd half, top seed Packers lose to Lions
2 years, 11 months ago

Rodgers fine, sits 2nd half, top seed Packers lose to Lions

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Aaron Rodgers got off the field unscathed, giving Green Bay a win of sorts in a game it lost on the scoreboard. Rodgers threw two touchdown passes in the first half and sat out the second half with nothing at stake as the Detroit Lions beat the top-seeded Packers 37-30 Sunday. Backup Jordan Love threw two late interceptions, …

Despite loss to Rams, winless Lions show signs of progress
3 years, 2 months ago

Despite loss to Rams, winless Lions show signs of progress

Associated Press  

DETROIT — There were a lot of positives for Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell to take out of Sunday’s 28-19 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. “That gives me motivation and driven anger to get things right and help these guys as much as I can.” Knowing the Lions’ young, banged-up secondary wasn’t going to be able to stop Matthew …

Campbell tries to calmly assess his 0-6 Detroit Lions
3 years, 2 months ago

Campbell tries to calmly assess his 0-6 Detroit Lions

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell doesn’t like watching film when he’s angry. That’s generally all it is.” WHAT’S WORKING TE T.J. Hockenson has been the one offensive player able to give the Lions a chance to complete a pass for more than 6 or 6 yards. “Every game in the NFL is against a tough opponent, but he’s going to be …

Jones’ big day helps Packers beat Lions 42-21 in home opener
4 years, 3 months ago

Jones’ big day helps Packers beat Lions 42-21 in home opener

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Aaron Jones wanted to do a Lambeau Leap even without fans in the stands. Jones rushed for a career-high 168 yards and scored three touchdowns, including a 75-yard breakaway, as the Green Bay Packers rallied from an early 11-point deficit to beat the Detroit Lions 42-21 on Sunday. Hopefully, I picked up some sponsors.” Jones also …

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