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Friday, October 2, 2026
Week 4 Lions vs Panthers Officiating Crew Profile

Week 4 Lions vs Panthers Officiating Crew Profile

Kelvin Sheppard has a new (and difficult) goal for Lions' defense vs. Panthers

Sheppard thinks the Lions' secondary could get even more done in Week 4.

Detroit Lions injury update: Brian Branch nearly ready to return

Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch is apparently very close to returning to practice. After suffering a torn Achilles in early December last year, the All-Pro safety could show up in practice at...

Dan Campbell confirms Lions were 'very much in' on Joey Porter Jr. before Cowboys trade

Dallas won the bidding for Porter, but Detroit's struggling secondary should keep Brad Holmes active

Dan Campbell confirmed that the Lions were 'very much in' on Joey Porter Jr.

The Lions were trying to acquire the now-Dallas Cowboys cornerback.

Dan Campbell admits Detroit Lions had significant interest in Joey Porter Jr.

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell confirmed several reports that the team was in on trade discussions with the Pittsburgh Steelers regarding Joey Porter Jr. The young cornerback was traded this...

Jared Goff being an "ironman" is becoming even more valuable amid rash of injuries

Goff is one of the best quarterbacks in the business, and he's the most reliable one at that.

Expectations for Ennis Rakestraw Jr. must be tempered following Joey Porter Jr. trade

The Detroit Lions didn't trade for Joey Porter Jr., and it's important for fans to avoid the temptation into believing Ennis Rakestraw Jr. to be a lockdown corner immediately.

LIONS DAILY: OC Drew Petzing faces younger brother this week at Carolina
Detroit Lions vs. Carolina Panthers preview, prediction: On Paper

The Detroit Lions and Carolina Panthers face off on Sunday night in a litmus test game for both franchises. Though the Panthers are 1-2 and the Lions are 2-1, both teams are very much considered a...

Lions vs. Panthers preview: 3 key matchups

It’s “Sunday Night Football” and the Detroit Lions have an opportunity to string together back-to-back wins when go on the road to take on the Carolina Panthers. Readers here at Pride of Detroit...

4 Lions set up for explosive games against Panthers in Week 4

Sunday Night Football is shaping up to be a fun one for fans of offense.

Twentyman's Mailbag: What's the next step for Lions' defense after Week 3 improvements?

Tim Twentyman answers fan-submitted questions as the Detroit Lions prepare for their Week 4 matchup vs. the Carolina Panthers.

NFL predictions: 4 keys to a Lions victory over the Panthers in Week 4

The Detroit Lions (2-1) and Carolina Panthers (1-2) will close out the Sunday slate of NFL games in Week 4, when the two battle it out on “Sunday Night Football.” “Going out to their place,...

Lions at Panthers Week 4 preview | The Official Detroit Lions Podcast

Tim Twentyman and Brooke Kirchhofer discuss where the Lions stand through three weeks, talk with voice of the Lions Dan Miller about Detroit's budding identity and sit down with linebacker Derrick...

Brad Holmes and the draft pick value conundrum

Lions GM Brad Holmes has a weird disconnect between his value for draft picks during a draft and then after the draft is over, and it's continually frustrating fans who wish Holmes and the Lions...

9 Detroit Lions trade targets after missing out on Joey Porter Jr.

If you somehow didn’t hear the news already, the Pittsburgh Steelers have traded former second-round draft pick Joey Porter Jr. to the Dallas Cowboys in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round pick and a...

Lions Lean on Rakestraw and Wonnum as Porter Trade Fades

Cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. earns more snaps after a promising Jets outing while DJ Wonnum returns to practice ahead of Sunday night.

Drew Petzing's advice to Juice Scruggs is clearly paying off amid excellent start

Juice Scruggs stepped in at center due to injury, and Lions offensive coordinator Drew Petzing gave him the advice he needed to succeed.

Thursday, October 1, 2026
Lions vs Panthers Week 4 Thursday Injury Report

Lions vs Panthers Week 4 Thursday Injury Report

NOTEBOOK: Rakestraw earning more opportunities

Tim Twentyman covers all the Detroit Lions news of the day including cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. earning more opportunities, Juice Scruggs' play at center and more.

Lions, Panthers injury report: DJ Wonnum returns to practice on Thursday

The Detroit Lions (2-1) and Carolina Panthers (1-2) were back on the practice field on Thursday as they prepare for their primetime matchup on Sunday night. The Lions got some good news Thursday...

Lions at Panthers practice report: Oct. 1

Lions at Panthers practice report for Thursday, October 1.

Jared Goff should be on every QB-needy fantasy manager's radar ahead of Week 4

Jared Goff has already been a good fantasy signal caller so far this season, but the upcoming slate looks quite good.

This is not the same Bryce Young the Lions played in 2023

The Lions face Bryce Young for the first time since 2023, and this time, he leads an explosive passing game for the Panthers.

Before the Roar: Previewing Detroit Lions vs. Carolina Panthers

We are back with your Week 4 episode of, “Before the Roar,” where myself and my good friend Meko Scott break down the Detroit Lions’ upcoming matchup against the Carolina Panthers. After a close...

6 Detroit Lions coordinator takeaways: Why the increase in zone coverage

It was another news-heavy day from Allen Park, with all three coordinators meeting with the media prior to the Detroit Lions’ Week 4 game against the Carolina Panthers. Here are my biggest...

What pass block win rate tells us about Lions' steadily improving offensive line

Detroit has to be thrilled with the line's look this season so far.

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.

4 potential Lions cornerback trade targets after missing out on Joey Porter Jr.

The Lions were never likely to get Joey Porter Jr., so these potential cornerback pivots on the trade market may already be on Brad Holmes' radar.

Kelvin Sheppard defends Detroit Lions’ odd hail mary defense

At the end of the first half of the Detroit Lions’ Week 3 game against the New York Jets, the Jets had eight seconds left to cut into Detroit’s lead. On the first play, the Lions deployed a common...

Lions will get first look at Monroe Freeling since (rightfully) drafting Blake Miller

The Detroit Lions selected Blake Miller over Monroe Freeling, and it looks like a quality move no matter how even it seemed at the time.

Detroit Lions announce low-cost, same-day ticket program

The Detroit Lions announced on Thursday the beginning of a new ticketing option for fans. In short, the Lions are setting apart a pool of standing-room only tickets available only to purchase...

Lions vs. Panthers Week 4 tracker: Injury updates, prediction, storylines, and more

Detroit is headed south for a Sunday Night Football matchup with the Panthers.

LIONS DAILY: Why Detroit felt confident for rookie DL to take offensive snap at goal line
Detroit Lions announce new gameday ticket program for fans at Ford Field

The Detroit Lions announced today a new gameday ticket program that offers fans an opportunity to purchase tickets for $60 each on gameday.

We set commenting records with the new SB Nation app

A month ago we announced the release of our new app, which you can find here or by searching SB Nation in your neighborhood app store. Quite a few of you have downloaded it over the past month and...

5 Qs Lions vs. Panthers preview: Bryce Young’s inconsistencies and a bruised Carolina roster

For the second time this season, the Detroit Lions are in primetime—this time on Sunday night. We had the pleasure of connecting with Walker Clement, the Deputy Brand Manager for Cat Scratch...

Joey Porter Jr. trade doesn't feel like any typical miss from Lions, Brad Holmes

The Lions' inability to get Porter shouldn't be seen as a failure.

DJ Moore, Jared Goff among eight players to acquire ASAP

Matt Bowen discusses ascending players who are intriguing trade or pickup options.

The Panthers are extremely undermanned in secondary before Lions matchup

The Carolina Panthers are going to be severely short-handed in their secondary when they host the Detroit Lions for Sunday Night Football this week

Daily DLP: Joey Porter Jr. traded, but not to the Lions – Detroit Lions Podcast

The Daily DLP dissects the Joey Porter Jr. trade to Dallas and not the Lions, what it means for Detroit going forward at CB

Lions Week 4 preview: Breaking down Panthers’ offensive, defensive schemes

The Detroit Lions (2-1) and Carolina Panthers (1-2) will square off in Week 4 on “Sunday Night Football,” with each team looking to notch another early-season win. The Lions are favored by just...

Should the Detroit Lions have made the Joey Porter Jr. trade?

It’s easy to say a team should make a trade in the NFL when you don’t know exactly what the price would be. But last night, the hypothetical became reality. The Dallas Cowboys agreed to trade for...

Week 4 opponent: What the Panthers are saying

Find out what the Carolina Panthers are saying as they prepare for their Week 4 matchup vs. the Detroit Lions.

Lions Pass Rush Targets Panthers’ Decimated Line While Bryce Young Plays Through Knee Injury

Detroit’s defensive front faces a vulnerable Carolina offensive line as Bryce Young practices fully and rookie CB Ennis Rakestraw Jr. sees expanded snaps.

Joey Porter Jr. trade: Dallas Cowboys, not Detroit Lions, acquire Steelers CB

The Detroit Lions were reportedly interested in trading for Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr., but they lost out to the Dallas Cowboys. Late on Wednesday night, it was reported that...

Cowboys reportedly outbid Lions for Steelers' disgruntled physical corner in late-night trade

The Dallas Cowboys just got better in the secondary. The Cowboys just acquired a young corner that will go hand in hand with DaRon Bland.

Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Lions vs Panthers Week 4 Depth Chart

Lions vs Panthers Week 4 Depth Chart

Lions' biggest problem hasn't stopped Dan Campbell from finding answers

The Detroit Lions are still winning games, and that's what counts for Dan Campbell and the crew.

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