The Green Bay Packers (4-2) travel to Detroit on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, to face the Lions (3-2) at Ford Field in the final NFC North matchup of the season. After splitting the division with a 39-22 loss to the Vikings and a 31-7 win over the Bears, the Packers aim to continue their three-game winning streak against a Lions squad that has scored at least 26 points in every game but also surrendered 21 or more. Packers’ defense has limited opponents to under 17 points in four wins, while Detroit’s offense has been high‑scoring. The game airs on FOX at 4:25 PM ET, with a Lions -3 spread and a 52.5 over/under.
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The Detroit Lions (3-2) host the Green Bay Packers (4-2) on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 4:25 p.m. ET in a Week 7 NFC North showdown at Ford Field. The game airs nationally on FOX with Kevin Burkhardt, Tom Brady, Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi calling the action, and streams locally via an NFL+ subscription. Radio listeners can tune to 97.1 The Ticket (or local Lions Radio Network affiliates) with Dan Miller and Lomas Brown, while Compass Media Network provides national coverage. Live chat will launch an hour before kickoff on the SB Nation app.
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The Detroit Red Wings snapped their points streak with a 4-1 loss to the Calgary Flames on Oct. 24, exposing struggles for new starter John Gibson. The veteran gave up four goals, including three in the second period, and saw his .871 save percentage and 3.35 GAA dip as the Wings fell 3-4-1 in his eight starts. Coach Todd McLellan warned the team isn’t scoring enough, while Gibson ranks 52nd in goals‑saved‑above‑expected. With backup Daniil Tarasov sidelined, rookie Michal Postava is the only other netminder available ahead of a showdown with the high‑scoring Edmonton Oilers and stars Connor McDavid (33 points) and Leon Draisaitl (23 points).
The Calgary Flames hand the Detroit Red Wings a 4-1 defeat at the Scotiabank Saddledome on Oct. 24, 2026, snapping Detroit's six‑game points streak. Joel Farabee opened the scoring, and the Flames added three second‑period goals – Zayne Parekh’s first of the season, Ryan Strome’s second, and Matvei Gridin’s – all on power plays. Detroit’s lone reply comes from Andrew Copp. Calgary, wearing throwback jerseys honoring their 2023 Stanley Cup Final run, improves to 4‑1 despite a league‑low 19 goals in nine games, while Detroit’s power‑play defense falters, allowing 13 PP goals this season. The Red Wings close their road trip with a visit to Edmonton on Monday.
The Calgary Flames dominate Detroit Red Wings 4-1 on October 25, 2026, wearing 2004 red throwbacks. Joel Farabee opens the scoring and finishes with three points, while Zayne Parekh’s second‑period power‑play goal proves the turning point. Additional goals come from Ryan Strome, Matvei Gridin (PP) and a late assist from Kevin Bahl. Detroit’s lone tally is Andrew Copp’s second‑period strike. The young Flames squad caps a solid five‑on‑five and special‑teams performance, holding the lead throughout the game.
Three games into the Giannis Antetokounmpo era, and the Miami Heat are still looking for their first win. After two-straight blowout losses to the Minnesota Timberwolves and Detroit Pistons, the shorthanded Charlotte Hornets, who lost by 47 the night before, handed Miami its third straight loss to begin the season, 114-107. The result was almost […]
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Update (2:07 p.m. ET, Sunday): Joel Embiid is out for the Philadelphia 76ers against the Detroit Pistons, according to the official NBA injury data.
Perhaps A’ja Wilson was like those of us who were so sure about the revamped Miami Heat team. But two and a half games into the season, the revamped team around Bam Adebayo is not looking promising. The Heat, after starting the season 0-2 with massive margins against the Timberwolves and Pistons, the Charlotte Hornets […]
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Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren has been ruled out against the 76ers with a right hamstring strain, while Ausar Thompson is questionable.
The Miami Heat hit the road for the first time this season tonight, visiting the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center as they look to pick up their first victory of the 2026-27 campaign. After opening the season with back-to-back home losses to the Minnesota Timberwolves and Detroit Pistons, Miami finds itself searching for answers despite […]
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The Green Bay Packers (4‑2) head to Detroit for Week 7 against a Lions squad fresh from its bye that boasts the NFL’s second‑best offense (32.8 PPG) and a league‑leading pass rush (20 sacks). Detroit’s defense ranks 30th in points allowed, while the Packers’ line has yielded the fourth‑most pressures. Key storylines include the Lions’ new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, the return of RB Isiah Pacheco and WR Greg Dortch, and Green Bay’s need to protect quarterback Jordan Love against a fierce edge attack. With both teams excelling in different phases, the matchup projects a 53.5‑point showdown and hinges on early protection, secondary play, and discipline on penalties.
Red Wings AGM scouting the Canadiens again. At least six teams have shown interest in Alexander Nikishin. The top 9 players who could be traded.
Red Wings AGM scouting the Canadiens again. At least six teams have shown interest in Alexander Nikishin. The top 9 players who could be traded.
Detroit Lions cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. enters his third NFL season determined to solidify a full‑time starter role after a rocky start plagued by injuries and missed opportunities. In a recent interview with 97.1’s Will Burchfield, Rakestraw stresses focusing on his own improvement and backs any team move—whether a trade or a new corner—while urging the Lions to keep him on the roster. He reflects on being passed by the Packers three times and aims to prove his worth before the trade deadline. The roundup also highlights other Lions stories this week, including returner DeAndre Carter’s bond with special‑teams coach Dave Fipp and rookie DB Keith Abney II’s playful jersey antics.
Detroit’s quest for a Dylan Larkin trade stalls as the Red Wings demand a blockbuster return. Despite three‑to‑four “fair” offers from rival clubs, interim GM Shawn Horcoff insists on an elite, top‑six player—like Minnesota’s Matt Boldy—rather than futures or salary dumps. Larkin, a 30‑year‑old center with an $8.7 M cap hit and a contract through 2031, expanded his trade list to ten U.S. teams, yet few have the cap space or willingness to meet Detroit’s high price. With the trade deadline looming, the market remains frozen until a suitor presents an undeniable home‑run package.
The Detroit Lions officially activated Brian Branch and Cade Mays ahead of Sunday's Week 7 showdown against the Green Bay Packers.
After being on the NFL commissioner’s exempt list to begin the season, running back Josh Jacobs was finally given the green light to return. With the Green Bay Packers set to take on the Detroit Lions on Sunday, it appears he’ll actually get a chance to play in Week 7. Reports indicate that the 28-year-old […]
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The Detroit Lions activate safety Brian Branch and lineman Cade Mays for Sunday’s showdown with the Green Bay Packers. Branch returns from the PUP list after a torn Achilles in December, giving head coach Dan Campbell a versatile defensive option, while Mays, acquired on a three‑year, $25 million free‑agent deal, replaces injured center Juice Scruggs after healing from a broken wrist. Both players are cleared of their 'questionable' tags and are expected to see significant roles, though the exact snap counts remain uncertain.
The Celtics open their home season with a 107‑103 win over the defending champion Knicks, thanks to Jayson Tatum’s clutch scoring and seven‑point surge in the final minutes. Tatum also addresses recent rumors of tension with teammate Jaylen Brown, emphasizing there’s ‘no beef’ and likening their dynamic to a non‑dramatic partnership. The victory, highlighted by multiple takeaways and coach Joe Mazzulla’s expectations, marks a strong statement for Boston after an earlier collapse against Detroit.
The Celtics snap a slow start with a 107-103 home‑opener win over reigning champion Knicks, fueled by Jayson Tatum’s 36‑point, clutch fourth‑quarter performance. After a tense pre‑game exchange with Jaylen Brown, Tatum quips the drama isn’t a “Shaq‑Kobe” rivalry and assures there’s “no beef,” while coach Joe Mazzulla praises the team’s resilience. The victory also highlights Payton Pritchard’s emerging role and Mitchell Robinson’s defensive stand, giving Boston a promising boost heading into the-season schedule.
After acquiring Connor Hellebuyck from Winnipeg, the New Jersey Devils have added Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin to his expanded trade list, according to insider Jeff Marek. While Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald wants to keep the win‑now momentum, insiders say New Jersey may lack the high‑value assets—top prospects and high‑round picks—needed for Detroit’s steep asking price. Detroit reportedly wants two elite prospects, an NHL‑ready top‑six forward, and premium draft capital, while other clubs like Minnesota, Carolina and Colorado also vie for Larkin. The trade’s feasibility hinges on whether the Devils can muster enough pieces after surrendering Dawson Mercer and a first‑round pick for Hellebuyck.
The Packers head into Week 7 against Detroit with wide receivers Christian Watson and Matthew Golden listed as questionable after limited ankle and shoulder practice sessions. Watson has 29 catches for 538 yards and six touchdowns (18.6 yards per catch) and Golden totals 30 catches for 501 yards and three scores, so their potential absence could thin Green Bay's deep threat. Neither player is designated a non‑participant, and quarterback Jordan Love shows a positive practice trend despite a back issue. Additional concerns include Bo Melton’s back injury, Savion Williams’ ankle, and several defensive players on limited lists, but game‑day availability remains uncertain.
Calgary Flames captain Mikael Backlund and alternate captain Jonathan Huberdeau joined the Saturday morning skate at the Scotiabank Saddledome, donning yellow “no‑contact” jerseys. Backlund, who suffered an upper‑body injury from a hit by William Carrier in Sunday’s win over Carolina, is listed as day‑to‑day and appears “closer” to returning, according to coach Ryan Huska. Huberdeau, still recovering from hip resurfacing surgery performed in early March, will attend practices periodically but has no set timeline. Meanwhile, forward Sam Honzek remains week‑to‑week with a lower‑body issue. The Flames host the Detroit Red Wings later that night, their final home meeting of the season.