The Lions (3-2) face the Packers (4-2) in Week 7, and a new film study reveals why Green Bay’s deep‑air attack is more a situational gamble than a reliable weapon. Of the Packers’ 32 passes of 20+ yards this season, only four came when they trailed—and all were incomplete. Jordan Love throws deep 15.5% of the time while ahead versus just 6.7% when behind, and the majority of long throws occur on first down or third‑and‑long, never on second‑and‑short. Completion rate on those deep attempts sits at a modest 31%, highlighting a feast‑or‑famine pattern. The analysis suggests Detroit must jump out early and protect a lead to limit Green Bay’s “kill‑shot” bursts.
Nine ex‑Iowa Cyclones saw action in Week 6 of the NFL, combining for 420 snaps across offense, defense and special teams. Highlights include Jaylin Noel’s career‑best 107 receiving yards and a TD for the Houston Texans, Xavier Hutchinson’s two catches and 52 kickoff return yards in the Texans’ 34‑31 win over Jacksonville, and Brock Purdy’s 264‑yard, one‑TD performance in San Francisco’s 23‑17 victory over Washington. Defensive contributions feature Denver’s Eyioma Uwazurike with four tackles and New York Jets’ Will McDonald IV adding a tackle and QB hit. Injuries sidelined Breece Hall, Jake Hummel, David Montgomery and TJ Tampa.
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell confirms that starting center Cade Mays and Pro Bowl safety Brian Branch will return Sunday versus the Packers. While Branch’s role is clear, Mays’ comeback sparks debate: Scruggs has excelled in his absence, and swapping centers mid‑game could disrupt timing. The author argues Mays should ultimately start once fully healthy, but suggests easing him in via special‑teams or jumbo packages rather than rotating him in during drives, aiming for a full start by Week 8 against Minnesota. Readers are invited to weigh in on the best approach.
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Brissett completed 24 of his 35 pass attempts for 218 yards after throwing for 292 yards and three touchdowns last week against the Detroit Lions.
The NFC North is starting to take shape after six weeks and the Detroit Lions are lobbying for the No. 1 spot in the power rankings.
Chad Ryland redeemed himself after a missed 53‑yard attempt against Detroit by converting all six field goals in the Cardinals’ 18‑16 win over the Los Angeles Rams on Oct. 18, 2026. A supportive early‑morning text from his mother, Deb Ryland, spurred the veteran kicker, who became only the 10th NFL player ever to make six FGs in a single game and moved into fourth place on Arizona’s single‑game scoring list. The game‑winner came with 47 seconds left after a quick drive capped by a 21‑yard catch and an unnecessary‑roughness penalty, sealing the divisional victory.
With the Philadelphia Eagles likely punting on the season, the Detroit Lions should go after DL Moro Ojomo to bolster the trenches.
The Detroit Lions hosted defensive tackle Aidan Keanaaina for a visit ahead of their Packers matchup. Here's what to know about the former Notre Dame player.
The return of Cade Mays could create an unexpected opportunity for Juice Scruggs. Dan Campbell is considering ways to keep both offensive linemen involved as Detroit prepares for Green Bay.
Despite winning three straight games, Green Bay has struggled to run the football. Here's why that weakness could give Detroit an advantage in Sunday's NFC North matchup.
The Detroit Lions will have more time to prepare for their high-flying matchup with the Packers, and the win over Dallas should give them plenty to work with.
Could the Detroit Lions trade for Sauce Gardner? The Colts' decision to fire Chris Ballard raises intriguing questions before the November 10 deadline.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs is set to return in Week 7, pending his removal from the commissioner’s exempt list. As the team prepares to reintegrate this Pro Bowl running back, who comes after a period where the offense averaged a league-low of 60.4 rushing yards per game, his availability for the upcoming […]
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The Green Bay Packers continue to manage Micah Parsons’ injury recovery ahead of their Week 7 game against the Detroit Lions.
After a 45-21 triumph over the Arizona Cardinals, Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell warns that one big win won’t fix the team’s chronic inconsistency. The Lions haven’t recorded consecutive victories since December 2025, and Campbell insists back‑to‑back wins must become routine, especially with a tough Packers clash looming after the bye. Despite a slow start and early three‑and‑outs, the offense finally exploded, but both Campbell and QB Jared Goff stress the need to improve opening drives and maintain momentum. Sitting 3‑2, Detroit hopes to reset and turn the win streak into a habit.
Matt LaFleur praises his Packers' 23‑13 win over the Dallas Cowboys but warns the team must play "cleaner football" after penalties and drops cost them a bigger margin. The victory lifts Green Bay to 4‑2 and marks a notable NFL milestone, while rookie Pierre Strong Jr. tops the rushing chart with just 28 yards and Matthew Golden leads the team in receiving yards, including an early TD. LaFleur emphasizes capitalizing on scoring chances as the Packers gear up for a Week 7 divisional clash with the Detroit Lions at Ford Field.
A Sunday post left Lions fans joking they’ve lost their appetites.
At 4-2, the Green Bay Packers are tied with the Chicago Bears for second place in the NFC North. The duo are a game and a half behind the Minnesota Vikings at 5-0. Riding a three-game winning streak, the Packers will travel to Detroit to take on the Lions in a divisional clash. The Lions […]
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Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell says he’s more optimistic heading into the 2026 bye week than he was in 2025, despite a 3‑2 record. After narrow wins over the Jets and Saints and losses to the Bills and Panthers, Campbell points to a more efficient rushing attack—4.4 yards per carry with a league‑best 46.2% success rate—and a youthful offensive line anchored by Penei Sewell, Christian Mahogany, Juice Scruggs, Tate Ratledge and rookie Blake Miller. He also highlights emerging talent like RB Jahmyr Gibbs, DT Tyleik Williams and linebacker Jack Campbell as signs the team is still on the rise.
Dan Campbell says he's more optimistic about the 3-2 Detroit Lions than last year's 5-2 team, but acknowledges a troubling winning streak drought.
Dan Campbell met with the media on Monday afternoon, following the team’s bye week. Here are the most interesting items out of that conversation.
Dan Campbell expects Brian Branch and Cade Mays to play against the Green Bay Packers, but both Detroit Lions players could face workload limits.
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell says safety Brian Branch and rookie center Cade Mays will both debut against the Green Bay Packers, but their snap counts remain undecided. Branch returns from a torn Achilles suffered in December and is expected to see significant, though not full‑time, play. Mays, recovering from a wrist fracture, faces a rotation dilemma with backup center Juice Scruggs, who is currently the league’s top‑graded center per PFF. Campbell emphasizes they’ll assess workloads in practice before finalizing each player’s role for Sunday’s game.
Micah Parsons is reportedly weeks from his season debut, and the Lions host Green Bay on Sunday. #OnePride