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Film study: Packers’ deep passing attack is a paper tiger
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.
Discussion: How should the Detroit Lions handle Cade Mays’ return?
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.
Monday Night Football live chat, discussion: 49ers vs. Commanders
Monday Night Football’s Week 6 pits the injury‑hit San Francisco 49ers against a struggling Washington Commanders at FedExField. Despite the 49ers’ roster woes, they’re favored by 7.5 points, reflecting their status as the league’s top team. The article invites Detroit Lions fans to join a live chat on Pride Of Detroit to discuss the game and share reactions.
Why Dan Campbell is more optimistic at the bye week than he was in 2025
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.
Brian Branch, Cade Mays to play vs. Packers, but workload undecided
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.
The NFC North is dominant, but each team has a fatal flaw
Through Week 6 the NFC North stands out as the NFL’s strongest division, with all four clubs holding winning records while most of the rest of the NFC flounders. Yet each squad harbors a glaring weakness: the Detroit Lions boast a No. 2 scoring offense but rank 29th‑30th in pass‑defense metrics, exposing a vulnerable secondary; the Green Bay Packers have surged defensively but sit dead‑last in rush‑blocking, making their run game virtually nonexistent; the Minnesota Vikings dominate defensively—leading in points allowed and blitz rate—but lack an offensive identity, ranking near the bottom in yards and points per drive; the Chicago Bears appear most balanced, sitting 12th in points scored and 6th in points allowed despite quarterback injuries. These flaws could derail the North’s championship hopes.
Discussion: Which Detroit Lions player needs to have a bigger impact post-bye?
After a 3‑2 start, the Detroit Lions are winning high‑scoring games—averaging 33 points while allowing nearly 30. The Week 5 win over the Arizona Cardinals showed what a balanced effort could look like, but the team needs a new catalyst post‑bye. Writer Chris Pride picks linebacker Jack Campbell, whose All‑Pro 2025 form has faded amid scheme woes and a sputtering linebacking unit. While receivers Jameson Williams and Isaac TeSlaa, plus secondary players D.J. Reed, Roger McCreary, Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph are mentioned, Campbell’s resurgence is deemed vital for Detroit’s defense to stop the shootout trend.
Sunday Night Football open thread: Cowboys at Packers
Sunday Night Football pits the Dallas Cowboys (2-3) against the Green Bay Packers (3-2) at Lambeau Field. The Packers, rebounding with back‑to‑back wins including a dominant victory over the Bears, aim to solidify their NFC North lead. The Cowboys, still alive in a chaotic NFC East after a loss to the Buccaneers, look to bounce back as the Eagles and Giants also stumble. A Packers win would drop the Lions to the bottom of the division, with the Vikings sitting unbeaten at 5-0. Fans can join the Lions community discussion on Pride of Detroit.
The transformation of Lions safety Brian Branch
When Detroit Lions star defensive back Brian Branch returns to the field in the next few weeks, many around the team are hoping they will get the same player that everyone grew accustomed to seeing prior to him suffering an Achilles injury in December of 2025. However, Branch has also gone through a transformation during […]
Detroit Lions Week 6 NFL rooting guide: Best outcomes for playoff odds
With the Detroit Lions on their bye in Week 6, fans get to enjoy a full slate of Sunday games without too much football-stress in their lives. No matter what happens on Sunday, the Lions will hold a winning record going into a big Week 7 game against the Green Bay Packers. But the Lions […]
NFL Week 6 live chat, game discussion
It’s officially Week 6 of the 2026 NFL season, and it’s off to an interesting start. The Denver Broncos took down the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday night, establishing Denver as Super Bowl contenders once again, while giving the Seahawks some serious questions to consider heading into another tough game against the Chiefs. But there is […]
Where do the Lions rank in the NFC right now?
The NFC isn’t looking quite as strong as it did, even a few weeks ago. This week kicked off with the Seattle Seahawks losing their third game of the season. Last year, the defending Super Bowl champions lost only three games for the entire 2025 season. What was thought to be clearly the best division […]
Detroit Lions’ DJ Wonnum latest to receive fine that could lead to suspension
Last week, Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell received a $15,930 fine for a hip- drop tackle against the Carolina Panthers. This week, it was DJ Wonnum who was fined for the same infraction, costing him $12,611 out of his paycheck. As we explained in the story about Campbell’s penalty, there’s more concern than just a […]
Inside the Grit Index: 7 NFL Draft prospects to watch
With the Detroit Lions on their bye week, it is a great time to catch up on the college football action and continue tracking which 2027 NFL Draft prospects could be the best fits for the Lions. Unlike most NFL Draft-centric college football previews, the primary focus here is not to tell you which players […]
Detroit Lions to wear alternate uniforms in each of next 2 games
On Friday night, the Detroit Lions’ social media dropped a not-so-subtle hint about their next uniform combination. On Twitter, the Lions not only tweeted out a photo of a black Lions logo with a bright blue outline, but they also changed their Twitter logo to the same image. Detroit has done this several times in […]
Lions fans’ confidence on the rise; anticipate immediate impact from Brian Branch
Earlier this week, we published our latest SB Nation Reacts survey, sponsored by the folks at FanDuel Sportsbook, and asked Detroit Lions fans two questions: Our weekly confidence polls have been a roller coaster ride throughout 2026. After entering the season on a high note, things dipped after they needed overtime to beat the Saints […]
Detroit Lions free up roster spots; place 3 injured players on IR
On Friday of the Detroit Lions’ bye week, the team announced that they have placed three players on injured reserve: wide receiver/returner Tom Kennedy, offensive lineman Ben Bartch, and linebacker Devin White. All three players must miss a minimum of the next four weeks but may be out longer due to their injuries. Kennedy, the […]
Which Week 6 game are you most looking forward to?
After a nice bounce-back performance in the desert in Week 5, where the Detroit Lions rolled over the Arizona Cardinals to the tune of 45-21, the team now heads into their bye week on a high note. And while having a Week 6 bye isn’t the most ideal in terms of where it falls during […]
Cardinals coach calls Detroit Lions’ defensive game plan ‘unique,’ ‘fascinating’
Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Shepard has drawn a lot of criticism for how his defense has performed through the first month of the 2026 season. But following a Week 5 win in Arizona, the Cardinals coaching staff praised Shepard for his defensive game plan, calling it “unique” and “fascinating.” “That was pretty unique,” Cardinals […]
Detroit Lions approval poll: GM Brad Holmes (October 2026)
Earlier this week, we checked in on the popularity of Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell. As of Friday morning, Campbell had an approval rating just over 91 percent among Lions fans. Now, let’s turn our attention to general manager Brad Holmes. Without a doubt, Holmes has faced more scrutiny than just about anyone in […]
Report: Detroit Lions sign veteran returner to the practice squad
The Detroit Lions are reportedly signing veteran returner and wide receiver DeAndre Carter to their practice squad, according to NFL Insider Tom Pelissero, potentially giving them another competitive option for their return game. After losing their primary punt and kick returner, Tom Kennedy, for the season due to a knee (MCL) injury that will require […]
Thursday Night Football expert picks, predictions: Seahawks at Broncos
The Detroit Lions are off this week, and that means a full slate of stress-free games for Week 6. There’s nothing better. Things kick off this week with a big matchup between two potential Super Bowl contenders. The 3-2 Denver Broncos climbed back from a poor start and are back in the AFC West hunt. […]
Detroit Lions approval poll: Dan Campbell (October 2026)
It’s been a while since we’ve checked in on the popularity of Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell. Like…. way too long. The last approval poll we ran on Campbell was in May of 2025, and the results of that poll were lost to the internet archives. So the last known datapoint we have for […]
The Detroit Lions are getting back ‘a top-10 center’ in Cade Mays
As soon as next game, the Detroit Lions will finally get to see what they’ve got in free agent signing Cade Mays. Detroit invested a three-year, $25 million contract in Mays, only to see their biggest offseason addition suffer a fractured wrist in training camp. But with his practice clock already started, there’s an expectation […]
Survey: Which Lions player returning from injury will have the biggest immediate impact?
Throughout the offseason, SB Nation will host NFL fan surveys, sponsored by FanDuel Sportsbook. For Pride of Detroit, we are tasked with fielding questions from Detroit Lions fans, and since the Lions are on a bye in Week 6 of the 2026 NFL season, we are shifting from our regular opponent-based question to a roster-focused […]
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