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In 2020 the Detroit Lions were cruising directly into the gates of hell. Then right after they crashed through them, the Lions fired Matt Patricia and Bob Quinn and began the rebuild that they’re on right now. Yet, here we are. The Lions are on the doorstep to making the playoffs for the first time

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell spoke on star rookies Sam LaPorta and Jahmyr Gibbs, giving credit to the Lions general manager Brad Holmes for acquiring the talent. Gibbs was taken with the No. 12 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft and LaPorta early in the second round with the No. 34 overall pick.

The Detroit Lions took care of business Saturday night, dominating the Denver Broncos from start to finish to push their record to 10-4. The offense rolled, the defense bounced back, and Detroit is now one win away from clinching their first division title in 30 years. Below are some takeaways from the Lions’ impressive primetime win.

The Detroit Lions have a chance to make franchise history in the upcoming days. If the Philadelphia Eagles were to beat the Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football, the Lions would punch their ticket to the postseason with a surefire playoff berth. They also have the chance to clinch their first-ever NFC North title with a

The Detroit Lions are on their way to a playoff berth and NFC North title after improving to 10-4 on the season. Rookie tight end Sam LaPorta is a major reason why. LaPorta has been one of the most productive tight ends in the NFL this season, tallying 71 catches and 758 receiving yards, which

LaPorta, who was drafted in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, was sensational for the Lions as he led the way in their 42-17win over the Lions. The 22-year-old tight end finished with five receptions for 56 yards and an incredible three touchdowns. Jared Goff, who had five total passing touchdowns in the

On Saturday, the Detroit Lions went against the Russell Wilson-led Denver Broncos in their week 15 matchup. The Lions were looking to bounce back from their week 14 upset loss against the Chicago Bears and they played remarkably on both sides of the ball. Furthermore, in the game, the Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown

That’s more like it.  After a week of being called pretenders following a one-sided loss to the Chicago Bears, the Detroit Lions bounced back in a big way on Saturday night. Looking better on both sides of the ball, they took out their frustrations on the Denver Broncos (7-7), winning going away, 42-17.  While the

I always say that I never want to lie to you guys. So I’m going to be brutally honest. This was a tough week for me from a mental health standpoint. I fully realize I brough a lot of that on myself because after a very bad game from Goff, I took to social media

On Saturday, the Denver Broncos, led by their star quarterback Russell Wilson, went against the Detroit Lions in their week 15 matchup. Ahead of the Broncos’ tough road game, the Lions were involved in some mind plays as they continuously played Future’s songs while Wilson was warming up at Ford Field. Future is the ex-boyfriend

We are getting even closer to game time for the Detroit Lions. They’ll take on the Broncos at 8:15 tonight. The big question going into this one is whether or not Taylor Decker and Frank Ragnow will play.  The answer is yes. Both are good to go after some injury scares this week. The Lions

The Detroit Lions announced Saturday that they’ve officially elevated DL Bruce Irvin and K Michael Badgley to their active roster for Week 15.  Irvin, 36, is a former first-round pick of the Seahawks back in 2012. He spent four years in Seattle before signing a four-year, $37 million contract that included $19 million guaranteed with

Detroit Lions quarterback Teddy Bridgewater has made a major decision regarding his football future. The veteran quarterback told Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press that he intends to retire at the end of the 2023 season. Bridgewater admitted he had nearly retired prior to this season, but decided to come to Detroit in order

Detroit Lions quarterback Teddy Bridgewater made it known that he plans to retire from the NFL after this season in a discussion with Detroit Free Press Lions beat writer Dave Birkett on Saturday. After nine years in the NFL, Bridgewater plans to move back to Florida and coach high school football.  Here’s where things get interesting

The Detroit Lions have hit a rough patch in recent weeks. They have lost two out of their last three games, providing the Minnesota Vikings with a chance to climb back into the NFC North divisional title race. The rivals will face off twice in the final three weeks of the season, which will go

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is expected to be the most sought after head coaching candidate in the NFL this offseason. Whenever the Lions season ends, Ben Johnson season will begin around the NFL. We just took a massive step towards Johnson being gone on Friday though.  The Los Angeles Chargers have fired head

Week 15 is off to an exciting start after the Las Vegas Raiders scored 63 points Thursday in a rout of the Los Angeles Chargers, who fired head coach Brandon Staley on Friday. Here are five players to watch this weekend, including two rookies set up to have big days: SATURDAY’S POSTGAME HEADLINE TODAY |

True, we provide you with all you need to make smart bets. But some of you would just rather do it yourself. We get it. So here you go. Sort through each game and come to your own conclusions. Good luck! Saturday games Minnesota Vikings (7-6) at Cincinnati Bengals (7-6): Nick Mullens starts for the 18th

It’s a beautiful thing when the NFL has some Saturday games, and it’s made even better when all three games offer up some fantastic value for player props. We’ve got a pick for each game here for a strong Week 15 start. T.J. Hockenson over 52.5 receiving yards (-115 ESPN) Before I get to why

C.J. Gardner-Johnson suffered a torn pectoral muscle in Week 2, altering his chance to impress this season and command a more lucrative deal for the 2024 season. Months later, the Lions safety has a chance to come back. Rumored to not be shutting down his effort to play again this season, the fifth-year DB is indeed