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Thursday, October 8, 2026
10 takeaways from Petzing, Sheppard & Fipp

Catch up on all the news from the coordinator media sessions with Drew Petzing, Kelvin Sheppard and Dave Fipp.

Kelvin Sheppard's defense of Lions' blitzing seems to contradict the eye (and data)

Sheppard defended his use of blitzing against the Carolina Panthers in Week 4 loss, despite its ineffectiveness.

Before the Roar: Previewing Detroit Lions vs. Arizona Cardinals

You often hear people around the NFL describe the regular season as a marathon and not a sprint. That is good news for the Detroit Lions because after a bumpy Week 4 loss in Carolina, they are...

Kelvin Sheppard: Lions S Brian Branch looks ready to play now

After watching Brian Branch practice just one time following his 10 month rehab from an Achilles tear, Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard couldn’t hold in his excitement. “How...

Lions' flexibility with secondary should inspire some confidence in a bounce back

Detroit seems more than willing to see what they've got on their roster before making trade deadline moves.

Insider still believes the Lions should make an impact trade at cornerback

The Detroit Lions have been suggested a trade for Kristian Fulton or Jalen Ramsey to boost their cornerback depth by an ESPN insider.

Lions vs. Cardinals Week 5 tracker: Injury updates, storylines, prediction, and more

Detroit is headed to Arizona before a much-needed bye week.

LIONS DAILY: S Brian Branch on return to practice: 'I'm ready to go'
Daily DLP: Branch returns, LaPorta contract impasse and more – Detroit Lions Podcast

The Daily DLP details impact of Brian Branch's return, Sam LaPorta's contract impasse with the Lions, the first Week 5 injury report and more

Lions vs. Cardinals 5 Qs preview: Does Arizona do ANYTHING well?

One more game remains for the Detroit Lions before they’re off for a week—and it’s an important game in deciding the vibes as Detroit heads into their Week 6 bye. We had the pleasure of connecting...

Another career performance allowed by Lions could force bye week changes

The Lions have given up big numbers to opposing offenses, and to do so again in Arizona should spark big changes.

Lions Week 5 preview: Breaking down Cardinals’ offensive, defensive schemes

The Detroit Lions (2-2) and Arizona Cardinals (1-3) will square off in a Week 5 battle in the desert. The Cardinals are in the early stages of a coaching change, now led by Mount Pleasant,...

Week 5 opponent: What the Cardinals are saying

Find out what the Arizona Cardinals are saying as they prepare for their Week 5 matchup vs. the Detroit Lions.

Discussion: How much will Brian Branch’s return help the Lions defense?

With Brian Branch’s 21-day evaluation clock officially started on Wednesday, it’s only a matter of time before the Detroit Lions’ Pro Bowl safety is back in the lineup. That’s obviously not likely...

Branch, Mays Return to Practice; LaPorta Optimistic

Brian Branch and Cade Mays returned to practice starting 21-day windows, while Sam LaPorta expressed optimism despite a contract stalemate.

Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Lions vs Cardinals Week 5 Injury Report

Lions vs Cardinals Week 5 Injury Report

Lions vs Cardinals Week 5 Depth Chart

Lions vs Cardinals Week 5 Depth Chart

Lions TE LaPorta acknowledges 'stalemate' in contract negotiations

Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is currently focused on the 2026 season but acknowledged for the first time after Wednesday's practice that he has broken off contract talks on an extension.

Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta ‘optimistic’ about new contract despite stalemate

Over the weekend, ESPN reported the Detroit Lions and tight end Sam LaPorta had cut off contract extension talks after failing to come an agreement in the first four weeks of the season. The...

Brian Branch provides some optimism on Kerby Joseph

On Wednesday, Brian Branch returned to practice after being sidelined for 10 months with an Achilles injury, giving the Detroit Lions one half of their Pro Bowl safety duo. Branch will likely take...

NOTEBOOK: Branch & Mays return to practice

Tim Twentyman covers all the Detroit Lions news of the day including defensive back Brian Branch & center Cade Mays returning to practice, rookie cornerback Keith Abney's role and more.

Lions, Cardinals Week 5 injury report: Brian Branch, Cade Mays return to practice

The Detroit Lions (2-2) will take on the Arizona Cardinals (1-3) in Week 5, and both teams took to the field on Wednesday to prepare. The Lions officially got some great news with two starters...

Lions at Cardinals practice report: Oct. 7

Lions at Cardinals practice report for Wednesday, October 7.

If the Eagles are rebuilding, the Lions need to call about Riq Woolen

The Detroit Lions need to trade for a cornerback, and the Philadelphia Eagles may be ready to make Riq Woolen available.

Detroit Lions launch "One Pride Worldwide" a new global fan membership platform

The Detroit Lions launched today One Pride Worldwide, a new fan membership hub, powered by LAVA, for Lions fans across the globe.

Dan Campbell reveals 2 Detroit Lions defenders who may play more vs. Cardinals

Throughout the week, Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell has talked about tweaks and adjustments they plan on making to their defense to pull them out of their current rut. Again, he has teased some...

What to expect out of Cade Mays' debut against the Cardinals or Packers

Mays is back at practice as of Wednesday, but it's unclear when we should expect to see him make his Lions debut.

Lions coach Dan Campbell hasn’t considered adding defensive assistant… yet

As the pressure continues to mount on the Detroit Lions and defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard, one popular solution proposed by fans is to add a senior defensive assistant. On Wednesday, coach...

Lions' top D-line shows how an average secondary could make them contenders again

Detroit has one of the best defensive line units in the NFL, but the secondary is holding the Lions back. The lack of help from general manager Brad Holmes also plays a role, as the secondary...

Fantasy analyst puts two Lions stars into an absolutely unexplicable category

Fantasy managers should "never say never" when it comes to potential moves, but this should be a non-starter when it comes to two Detroit Lions stars.

Lions linked to trade for Chiefs $9.75M CB amid dire secondary need

This potential trade target would make a lot of sense for the Lions this season.

ESPN insider offers 2 Detroit Lions trade target suggestion

After being significant players in the trade talks for Joey Porter Jr.—but ultimately missing out—the Detroit Lions must go back to the drawing board if they want to upgrade their struggling...

Jeremiyah Love's honesty about injury status could make Lions' lives easier in Week 5

Love is dealing with multiple ankle injuries, which could keep him limited in Week 5.

Lions' weakness on offense should be their biggest strength against Cardinals

These two teams feel like they're on the cusp of a positive regression, but more so in favor of the Lions.

LIONS DAILY: Fired-up Dan Campbell knows defense must improve as he pushes offense for greatness
Dan Campbell's plea to Lions defense feels too obvious for a veteran group

Dan Campbell believes the Detroit Lions have some simple fixes to their defensive problems, but it might only prove coaching incompetence.

Detroit Lions scouting report: Arizona Cardinals better than their record shows

Last week was called the “Petzing Bowl,” as Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Drew Petzing squared off against his brother, Dean Petzing, of the Carolina Panthers. This week, Drew Petzing plays...

Jared Goff is poised to continue his dominance of the Cardinals on Sunday

Jared Goff has loved playing against the Cardinals in his career.

5 Lions vs. Cardinals thoughts after watching Arizona’s loss to Giants

To help turn the page from the Detroit Lions’ previous game and set up expectations for the upcoming matchup, I spend some of my Tuesday watching the Lions’ next opponent’s most recent game. While...

Lions vs. Panthers Song of the Game: ‘War’ by Townland

After every Detroit Lions game this season, someone on staff will select a song that incorporates the general feeling and vibes from the win or loss. By the end of the season, we will have a...

Daily DLP: Week 4 film notes, Dan speaks & more – Detroit Lions Podcast

The Daily DLP goes over film takeaways from the Lions loss to Carolina, Dan Campbell's statements about the offense, injury updates and more

Lions’ Dan Campbell strangely calls out offense despite poor defensive showings

A coaching tactic from Campbell?

Tuesday, October 6, 2026
What Detroit Lions fans want to know after Panthers loss

Detroit Lions fans demand answers after the team fell to 2-2 on Sunday night. The Lions defense looked terrible again against the Carolina Panthers and the office remains disjointed and...

Detroit Lions get bad news in NFL analyst's hot take

The Detroit Lions' problems may not be fixable.

Dan Campbell gets passionate about offense ‘mediocrity,’ defensive fixes

You could hear the passion in Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell’s voice on Tuesday morning as he faced another barrage of questions about the team’s lackluster start to the season—this time...

Lions' DVOA after Week 4 should provide some optimism for rest-of-season outlook

They aren't in the pits...yet.

Landon Grove of Grand Rapids West Catholic High School Named the Detroit Lions High School Football Coach of the Week - Week 6

The Detroit Lions have named Landon Grove of Grand Rapids West Catholic High School the 2026 Detroit Lions High School Football Coach of the Week for Week 6, presented by Carhartt.

Jack Campbell: Breaking down the Lions LB’s rough start to 2026

Jack Campbell: Breaking down the Lions All-Pro LB's rough start to 2026 with film review and notes from Detroit's Week 4 loss to the Carolina Panthers.

Lions urged to be 'extremely' aggressive in resolving defensive back problem

This issue for the Lions needs a resolution, and fast, before the season falls apart.

The good and the bad of Lions' impending Week 5 road game against Cardinals

Lions fans already know the ugly, but there's still the good and the bad to know about heading to Arizona.

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