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For the first time this year, I got a huge swing and a miss in my bold prediction. The Detroit Lions never came close to making a turnover on defense, despite the Philadelphia Eagles offense struggling to do much. Detroit’s defense played tough and did all they could against Philadelphia, but only came away with […]
24 days ago | 2 reads
The NFL season grinds along, and the playoff picture, at least those who will and won’t be in the mix, is starting to take shape. As it stands right now, the Kansas City Chiefs and the Detroit Lions—top two seeds in the AFC and NFC, respectively—are on the outside looking in, as well as the […]
25 days ago | 3 reads
The Detroit Lions (6-4) and New York Giants (2-9) were back on the practice field on Thursday, and with Detroit holding a walkthrough on Wednesday, this marks the first true look at where Lions players’ injuries stand. On a positive note, the Lions were able to return three starters to practice on Thursday, including left […]
25 days ago | 3 reads
On Thursday, the Detroit Lions started the injury evaluation clock for corner/gunner Khalil Dorsey. Dorsey has had a rough past year when it comes to injuries. After breaking his leg in Week 15 of 2024, Dorsey began the long road of recovery, which extended into training camp. In mid-August, Dorsey was finally able to take […]
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The Detroit Lions coordinators met with media on Thursday to discuss the loss to the Philadelphia Eagles and look forward to Sunday’s game against the New York Giants. Topics ranged from missing Sam LaPorta, why the defense loves Dan Campbell’s fourth-down aggression, and some thoughts on how to improve the return game on special teams. […]
25 days ago | 2 reads
One of the most scrutinized decisions from the Detroit Lions’ loss to the Philadelphia Eagles came in the second quarter when the Lions attempted to fake a punt. Facing a fourth-and-2 from their own 43-yard line, the Lions direct snapped to linebacker Grant Stuard. The play failed right away, as Moro Ojomo and Jalyx Hunt […]
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We are back with another episode of Before the Roar, your Detroit Lions’ preview podcast here at Pride of Detroit, where we are breaking down everything ahead of the Week 12 matchup against the New York Giants. Fresh off the heels of a frustrating loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, Detroit will be looking to rebound […]
25 days ago | 3 reads
Former Lions special teams captain and Pro Bowler Jalen Reeves-Maybin has found a new home in the NFC North. The 30-year-old veteran linebacker and special teamer was signed to the Chicago Bears practice squad, the team announced Tuesday. First drafted in 2017 by the Lions in the fourth round, Reeves-Maybin played in Detroit for seven […]
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Through 11 weeks of the 2025 NFL season, the Detroit Lions find themselves third in their division. The NFC North standings look like this at the moment: If the Lions are looking to win their third-straight division title, they are going to need to make up some ground. However, they’re just a single game out […]
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The Detroit Lions (6-4) and New York Giants (2-9) will square off in a Week 12 battle at Ford Field. While the Lions will be looking to get back to their winning ways, the Giants are trying to salvage what looks like a lost season. “This team has been in a ton of these games,” […]
25 days ago | 1 read
Through 11 weeks of the season, the Detroit Lions find themselves on the outside looking in when it comes to the NFC playoffs. It’s not a spot they could have anticipated finding themselves in, but there’s still time for them to figure out what it will take to get back into the playoff picture and […]
25 days ago | 3 reads
It’s sounding more and more likely that the Detroit Lions will have their No. 1 cornerback returning for this week’s game against the New York Giants. Lions coach Dan Campbell noted that the he was optimistic D.J. Reed could be ready to play. “I’m hopeful, but I think a lot of it’s going to be […]
26 days ago | 1 read
The Detroit Lions (6-4) and New York Giants (2-9) have declared their initial Week 12 injury reports, and while the Giants were on the practice field, the Lions only ran a walkthrough after a tough road game on Sunday night. With a walkthrough on the docket for Wednesday, all of the Lions’ players’ participation levels […]
26 days ago | 0 reads
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The Detroit Lions will only go as far as their offensive line takes them. That seems abundantly clear when looking at the team’s four losses this season. In those four games, the Lions have: Meanwhile, in their six wins, they have: The Lions have shown they’re capable of being the explosive offense they’ve been in […]
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It feels like Groundhog Day again here in Detroit. The Detroit Lions are coming off their fourth loss of the season, this time to the Philadelphia Eagles on “Sunday Night Football.” This loss didn’t feel like the one to the Green Bay Packers or Minnesota Vikings, where the team looked awful all around; it felt […]
26 days ago | 2 reads
Each week, SB Nation tracks NFL fans’ confidence levels of their favorite teams with their Reacts Surveys posted on their team websites. For Pride of Detroit, we are tasked with gauging Detroit Lions fans’ confidence in the team heading into each game. Through the Lions’ first ten games, we’ve seen some expected fluctuations, as well […]
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The Detroit Lions announced on Tuesday that they have activated linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez from the physically unable to perform list to the team’s active 53-man roster. No corresponding move was necessary, as the Lions had an open spot on their roster after placing tight end Sam LaPorta on injured reserve Saturday. Rodriguez returns after suffering […]
27 days ago | 0 reads
Without a doubt, the outcome of the Detroit Lions’ loss to the Philadelphia Eagles was decided on fourth down plays. The Lions went for it on fourth down five times, and they failed all five times. For this article, I have little interest in debating the merits of each decision—that discussion has already been exhausted. […]
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The Detroit Lions (6-4) dropped a tough game to the Eagles in Week 11. On the road, in primetime, against the defending Super Bowl Champions, makes for difficult circumstances, but the Lions have shown they can overcome in the past. While the Lions’ defense was terrific in Philadelphia, their offense was stuck in the mud […]
27 days ago | 1 read
National writers and analysts seem to be quite down on the Detroit Lions following a disappointing loss to the Eagles on Sunday Night Football. It’s perfectly fine to say, “Who cares? They don’t know us.” But if you’re curious—or at least want some bulletin board material—I found thoughts from a few NFL folks. CBS Sports’ […]
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In case you needed a reminder, the Detroit Lions not only play on Thanksgiving this year, but they’re also a part of the NFL’s doubleheader on Christmas this year. Their Week 17 holiday matchup against the Minnesota Vikings will be broadcast on Netflix, and on Tuesday, the streaming service announced their broadcasting lineup for the […]
27 days ago | 2 reads
It’s a recap article I’ve written far too many times already before Thanksgiving this season. A flat-footed Lions offense got punched in the mouth and never found its footing. The Eagles defense smothered Jared Goff, choked off the passing game, and closed every running lane as the offensive line was overwhelmed and receivers were blanketed. […]
27 days ago | 2 reads
Detroit Lions fans were hopeful that some of the team’s offensive issues were fixed when coach Dan Campbell took over play-calling in their 44-22 win over the Washington Commanders and led them to one of the best offensive performances of the season—and even of the entire Campbell era. But a nine-point performance against the Philadelphia […]
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The Detroit Lions’ offense has sputtered all season, and one of the biggest culprits has been inconsistent play from their offensive line. It’s why Detroit’s running has sputtered at times, and it’s why Jared Goff is currently on pace for 34 sacks—the most since his first year in Detroit back in 2021. Some struggles were […]
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