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Detroit Lions film analysis from SB Nation's Pride of Detroit

The fallout from Aaron Rodgers’ injury, what it means for the Detroit Lions

The impact of Aaron Rodgers’ injury as it pertains to the Detroit Lions and the rest of the NFL.

Detroit Lions film breakdown: Young players dominate in Week 1 vs. Chiefs

Examining how the Detroit Lions performed in their Week 1 win over the Kansas City Chiefs.

3 key stats for Lions vs. Chiefs: Jared Goff stands tall vs. pressure

A look at three advanced statistics from the Detroit Lions’ win over the Kansas City Chiefs in the kickoff to the 2023 NFL season.

Mailbag: Are the Detroit Lions shifting to more zone coverage on defense?

The Detroit Lions employed an extreme amount of zone coverage against the Kansas City Chiefs—which went against their 2022 trends. Is this the new norm for Aaron Glenn’s defense?

Notes: Film analysts shower praise on Lions for Week 1 victory

It really looks like Ben Johnson’s offense picked up right where it left off last year. Oh, and the defense did stuff too.

Lions-Chiefs postgame show: Initial reactions, celebration

Watch and/or listen to our HYPED recap of the Detroit Lions’ win over the Kansas City Chiefs.

Lions 2024 draft watch: 7 players to watch, including CB Kool-Aid McKinstry

This Saturday’s Detroit Lions draft watch examines seven players in head-to-head matchups to watch.

Snap counts: Lions easing Jahmyr Gibbs in vs. Chiefs

Taking a closer look at the Detroit Lions snap counts from their Week 1 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.

Detroit Lions stock report: 10 risers, 5 fallers after primetime win over Chiefs

Is it time to say Brand New Lions?

Detroit Lions report card: Defense steps up big time vs. Chiefs

The Detroit Lions defense helped carry a sputtering offense against the Kansas City Chiefs. We hand out positional grades to analyze the entire team’s performance.

8 takeaways from Detroit Lions’ stunner over the Kansas City Chiefs

The Detroit Lions came into Kansas City for a date with Goliath. David emerged victorious.

3 winners, 3 losers from Lions’ win against Chiefs

The 2023 NFL season kicked off for the Detroit Lions and Kansas City Chiefs, who showed up to play, and who was still on the plane in the first game?

Lions vs. Chiefs bold prediction: Pass rush gives Patrick Mahomes hell

Can the Lions rattle one of the league’s most evasive players?

Lions updated depth chart: Week 1 at Kansas City Chiefs

An updated 2023 Detroit Lions depth chart based on our observations from recent games and practices.

Detroit Lions vs. Kansas City Chiefs preview, prediction: On Paper

Our statistical breakdown, preview, and prediction of Detroit Lions vs. Kansas City Chiefs—the 2023 NFL season kickoff game.

Kansas City Chiefs Week 1 injury designations: Travis Kelce listed as questionable

Examining the Detroit Lions Week 1 opponent, the Kansas City Chiefs, injury designations ahead of this Thursday night’s game.

Lions Week 1 injury designations: Emmanuel Moseley OUT vs. Chiefs

Examining the Detroit Lions Week 1 injury designations ahead of their game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

5 Questions: Chiefs without their ‘only difference-maker’ on defense vs. Lions

We got a chance to chat with Arrowhead Pride’s Tom Childs about the NFL season opener between the Detroit Lions and Kansas City Chiefs.

The Honolulu Blueprint: 5 keys to a Lions victory over the Chiefs

Identifying the key things the Detroit Lions can do to secure an upset victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1.

Open thread: Who will fill Isaiah Buggs’ role against the Chiefs?

Detroit Lions DT Isaiah Buggs was informed this week that he will not play in Week 1 against the Chiefs.

Lions Tuesday injury report: Frank Ragnow misses practice with rest

Checking in on the Detroit Lions second (Tuesday) injury report of Week 1.

Detroit Lions Week 1 scouting report: Kansas City Chiefs still the biggest challenge

Starting the season against the Kansas City Chiefs will be a tough outing for the Detroit Lions, but they can be beaten.

Lions Monday injury report: Only 1 player limited in practice

Checking in on the Detroit Lions first injury report of the 2023 season.

2024 draft watch: 8 players to watch, including DT Jer’Zhan Newton

This Saturday’s Detroit Lions draft watch examines eight players to watch over Labor Day weekend.

Analyzing the 2023 Detroit Lions final roster

After some roster moves, Detroit has finalized its roster. Lets breakdown each position and what they provide.

Breaking down the second wave Detroit Lions practice squad signings

The Detroit Lions confirmed another set of players for their practice squad. Let’s break down each of their game .

Breaking down the Detroit Lions’ 2023 initial practice squad

Taking a closer look at the players on the Detroit Lions' initial 2023 practice squad.

4 thoughts on Lions 53-man roster and why they only kept 2 RBs

The Detroit Lions roster came with several surprising moves, including just 2 RBs. We break down what’s going on and our initial reactions.

3 key PFF stats from the Detroit Lions’ win over the Carolina Panthers

A look at three advanced statistics from the Detroit Lions’ win over the Carolina Panthers in the preseason finale.

Detroit Lions bubble watch: Final roster predictions on offense

Our staff makes their final roster predictions for the bubble players on the Detroit Lions offense.

2023 Detroit Lions 53-man roster final prediction: Jeremy Reisman edition

Jeremy Reisman predicts the Detroit Lions' 2023 53-man roster following the Lions’ final preseason game.

Lions 53-man roster: Erik Schlitt’s final projection

Erik Schlitt predicts the Detroit Lions' 53-man roster following the Lions’ final preseason game.

Vote: 5 Lions game ball candidates vs. Carolina

Who’s getting the special pigskin to close out the preseason?

7 takeaways from Detroit Lions’ preseason win over Carolina Panthers

The Detroit Lions closed out their preseason with a win over the Carolina Panthers. With roster cuts around the corner, what takeaways can be had?

Lions stock report: 9 reserves who helped their roster chances vs. Panthers

Checking in on the Detroit Lions players who saw their stocks change after Game 3 of the preseason.

Detroit Lions position battles up for grabs in preseason finale

The Detroit Lions still have several position battles to work out heading into their preseason finale against the Carolina Panthers.

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