Maxx Crosby-to-Lions Trade Buzz Takes New Turn Before Deadline
Maxx Crosby trade speculation heats up with the Detroit Lions mentioned as a possible destination, but the Raiders' asking price creates a major obstacle.
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Maxx Crosby trade speculation heats up with the Detroit Lions mentioned as a possible destination, but the Raiders' asking price creates a major obstacle.
Lions wide receiver Amon‑Ra St. Brown reveals he often doesn’t realize quarterback Jared Goff is taking hits, noting that tape shows Goff gets “blasted” while throwing. St. Brown praised Goff’s toughness despite the veteran’s modest 5.11% sack rate—well below the league’s 6.3% average—and 17 sacks in 2026. With 1,788 yards, 14 TDs and a 67.3% completion rate, Goff aims to keep the Lions’ offense rolling as they face the Minnesota Vikings in Week 8.
The Detroit Lions host the Minnesota Vikings in a Week 8 showdown at 1 p.m. ET, and Pride of Detroit will preview the result with a live Madden 27 simulation on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. ET via Twitch and YouTube. The blog notes the simulation’s strong track record—correctly picking the Lions’ winner in five of six games—though its scorelines differ from reality. Fans can watch the simulation, join a live discussion about Lions football, and get the predicted outcome before the real game airs.
Kyle Pitts has four touchdowns in three games but only 124 receiving yards, and Atlanta split snaps among four tight ends in last week’s win.
Jameson Williams can make Brian Flores pay for his blitzing aggression like no other Detroit Lions' pass catcher can, but the Minnesota Vikings' defensive coordinator has been up to that challenge before.
The Windy City Gridiron piece revisits three iconic Week 8 wins in Bears history. In 2005, rookie Kyle Orton led Chicago past Detroit 19‑13 in OT while Charles Tillman's interception return sealed the franchise’s 650th regular‑season victory. A year later, an unstoppable 2006 Bears team rattled San Francisco 41‑10, posting a franchise‑record 41 points in the first half and cruising to a 7‑0 start. Finally, the 2012 Halloween miracle saw Jay Cutler and Robbie Gould rally the Bears to a 23‑22 win over the Panthers, highlighted by an eight‑second, double‑touchdown swing. Each game underscores a unique walk‑off moment and a record‑breaking performance.
A recent SB Nation Reacts poll sponsored by FanDuel shows Detroit Lions fans overwhelmingly backing a Week 8 win over the undefeated Vikings, with 86% voting for a Lions victory. The poll mirrors an 86% confidence level that the team is heading in the right direction, up from a low of 12% after a loss in Carolina. Fans cite the Lions' recent 3‑point favoritism and a +1900 Super Bowl odds from FanDuel as key factors. The article also reviews the fluctuation in fan confidence across the first seven weeks, highlighting recent wins over the Packers and Jets.
Here are three college prospects with televised matchups who overlap with the Lions' projected needs for the upcoming offseason.
The NFL pulls referee Alex Moore’s crew from the prime‑time Eagles‑Commanders game after their contentious performance in the Packers‑Lions matchup, where Green Bay lost 20‑17 amid two roughing‑the‑passer penalties and other disputed calls. Moore’s unit is reassigned to the Patriots‑Dolphins game, while Shawn Hochuli’s crew will handle Sunday night. Fans erupted on social media, accusing the league of fixing games and labeling Moore the "worst ref". According to ProFootballTalk’s Mike Florio, the move is driven by optics rather than discipline, keeping the crew out of NBC’s national broadcast viewership.
The Green Bay Packers rallied to a 20-17 win over the Lions on Oct. 29, 2026, with running back Josh Jacobs scoring two touchdowns. After his first score, Jacobs briefly placed his hands behind his back, prompting a viral handcuff gesture controversy due to his May domestic‑violence arrest and a September 10 conviction for battery. Jacobs claimed the celebration was a planned tribute to a gospel song and that the broadcast cut the clip short. Returning from a six‑game exempt list, Jacobs posted 39 rushing yards and a receiving TD, helping Green Bay improve to 5‑3 despite ongoing personal‑conduct scrutiny.
The Vikings and Lions each launch Sunday’s matchup with near‑full squads after posting their final injury reports. Minnesota lists only a few questionable players, notably rookie Jay Ward (S) with a knee issue, while starters like Aaron Jones and Brian O’Neill are cleared. Detroit’s key concerns are safety Kerby Joseph (out) and cornerback Roger McCreary, who is limited by a foot injury but listed as questionable and likely to suit up. All other listed starters are cleared to practice, meaning both teams should be at near‑full strength for the game at Ford Field.
The Detroit Lions could consider a trade for Josh Sweat, but Arizona's reported asking price and his contract complicate a potential deal.
The NFL pulls referee Alex Moore’s crew from Sunday Night Football after two controversial rough‑the‑passer calls in the Week 7 Packers‑Lions game. Moore’s crew will now work the Patriots‑Dolphins matchup at 4:25 p.m. ET, while Hochuli’s crew takes over the primetime Eagles‑Commanders game. The disputed penalties – including a 15‑yard flag on Lions receiver Sam LaPorta and a second roughing call on Broncos rookie Brenton Cox Jr. – sparked criticism from Packers safety Xavier McKinney, coach Matt LaFleur, and even Tom Brady. Analysts say the move is about optics, not discipline, and aims to shield NBC commentators from further debate.
Christian Watson shocks fans by exiting an ambulance and returning to the field in the third quarter of Thursday Night Football, where he posts a career‑high 113 receiving yards. After a 53‑yard catch left him down with a chest injury, Watson was cleared at the hospital and helped Green Bay beat Carolina 27‑19, improving to 5‑3. The wideout, who leads the Packers with 34 catches, 595 yards and six TDs this season, recently signed a four‑year, $110.5 million extension. The win sets up a Patriots showdown on Nov. 8.
Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph opens up about his difficult knee recovery and sends a confident message after returning to practice.
The Detroit Lions are set to field two offensive stars—running back Jahmyr Gibbs and receiver Amon‑Ra St. Brown—for Sunday’s home showdown with the Minnesota Vikings, according to the latest injury report. Their return boosts Detroit’s chance to upset the Vikings, who sit unbeaten this season, and could ignite a high‑scoring duel. While Gibbs offers an explosive backfield threat and St. Brown remains Jared Goff’s most dependable target, the Lions must also rely on their defense to contain Minnesota’s offense and keep the game within reach.
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell reveals a potential late-December return for Isiah Pacheco following back surgery. Here's the latest injury update.
Sam LaPorta hasn't hidden his frustration with the Detroit Lions' approach to his contract extension, and the team might be better off moving him.
Ahead of their Week 8 showdown at Ford Field, the Detroit Lions (4‑2) lose All‑Pro safety Kerby Joseph to the PUP list as his knee recovery stalls, while starting cornerback Roger McCreary (foot) is listed as questionable. Coach Dan Campbell notes Joseph is progressing slowly with individual drills and hopes to see him in full practice next week. If McCreary sits, backup Ennis Rakestraw steps in at outside corner. Minnesota, unbeaten at 6‑0, adds safety Jay Ward (knee) to its questionable list but otherwise reports no new designations. All other listed Lions and Vikings players are cleared to play.
The Detroit Lions rule out Kerby Joseph and list Roger McCreary as questionable against Minnesota. See the complete October 30 injury report.
The Vikings face a looming interior‑line crunch as backup offensive lineman Michael Jurgens, a 2024 seventh‑round pick, may be demoted amid injuries to Joe Huber, Blake Brandel and Donovan Jackson. Coach Kevin O’Connell says Trevor Keegan and Caleb Tiernan are sharing left‑guard reps, but Jurgens remains the most versatile option at center, a spot depleted by the loss of Jackson and Nick Samac’s injury. With the Lions visit on Nov. 1, the Vikings must decide whether Jurgens will suit up as the backup center (C2) to shore up a vulnerable line.
The Minnesota Vikings wrapped up their practice week Friday, and one new name popped up on the final injury report before Detroit.
Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph returns to practice after missing most of the 2025 season with a knee injury. The former starter expressed nostalgia and confidence, insisting “I’m still him,” as he resumes drills and works “in silence.” Coach Dan Campbell outlines a gradual rehab plan, aiming for full practice next week and a possible activation to the 53-man roster by the November 18 deadline before the Week 11 Buccaneers game. Joseph hints at more details on his YouTube channel.
Chicago just set the price for a star at the deadline, and it raises a fair question about Sam LaPorta. #OnePride
Dan Orlovsky isn't sold on the unbeaten Minnesota Vikings yet, and the former Lions quarterback explained exactly why on ESPN's Get Up.