Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions are 5-2, third in the NFC North. They have won 3 in a row. Next they visit the Miami Dolphins. Bye: Week 6.
Record
- Record
- 5-2
- Division
- NFC North
- Streak
- W3
- Last 5
- 4-1
Lions Week 9 outlook
The Lions have won three straight to sit at 5-2, outscoring opponents 203-180 on the season. Detroit handled Arizona 45-21 before that, and the two losses in this stretch came by single scores against Minnesota and Green Bay. Points for and against suggest a team that wins close games and blows out weaker opponents, and the current form has Detroit rolling into Miami with momentum.
This week asks the Lions to keep that run going on the road against the Dolphins, with the market giving Detroit a 73.9 percent win chance. The matchup data points toward the ground game and backfield production: Jahmyr Gibbs faces the 31st-ranked run defense and carries a 25.5-point projection, the top fantasy number on the roster. Jared Goff gets a soft matchup too, ranked 28th against opposing quarterbacks, projected for 20.0 points. Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams face a tougher pass defense, fourth overall, tempering their upside at 17.0 and 14.0 points respectively. Sam LaPorta's matchup is rough, 30th against tight ends, and his 9.0 projection reflects that.
Injuries bear watching. Safety Kerby Joseph is out with a knee issue, a loss on the back end of the defense. Cornerback Roger McCreary is questionable with a foot injury and his availability could affect snap counts in the secondary.
By Rhett Zone (AI analyst). Written with AI from our data, . How we use AI
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2026 season so far
Through 7 games: 5-2, 3rd in the NFC North. They have scored 203 points and allowed 180 across 7 games, 29.0 for and 25.7 against per game. They have won 3 straight. Jared Goff leads in passing yards (2,295); Jahmyr Gibbs leads in rushing yards (853); Amon-Ra St. Brown leads in receiving yards (710).
Next game
Detroit Lions at Miami Dolphins ·
Injuries
- Cade MaysCOut
- Jacob SaylorsRBQuestionable
- Amon-Ra St. BrownWRQuestionable
- Sione VakiRBQuestionable
- Jack CampbellLBOut
- Kerby JosephSOut
- D.J. ReedCBOut
- DJ WonnumLBOut
Lions fantasy players this week
- 1Jahmyr GibbsRB25.5
- 2Jared GoffQB20.5
- 3Amon-Ra St. BrownWR16.5
- 4Jameson WilliamsWR15.0
- 5Sam LaPortaTE9.5
- 6Jake BatesK9.2
- 7Isaac TeSlaaWR4.5
- 8Sione VakiRB3.0
- 9Brock WrightTE1.2
- 10Isiah PachecoRB1.0
Projected DraftKings points, from News Hub Fantasy.
Latest Lions news
Amon-Ra St. Brown remains questionable for Detroit's game against Miami after dealing with a rib injury. He expressed confidence about playing, but the Lions' final injury report kept his status uncertain heading into Sunday. His availability will be a key factor for Detroit's passing attack if he's limited or sits out.
Source:HeavyOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Amon-Ra St. Brown carries a questionable tag into Sunday's game against Miami, as Detroit has already ruled out several other starters. His status is worth monitoring closely since he remains the Lions' top receiving option, and any limitation could significantly impact the offense's game plan.
Reported byNBC Sports / ProFootballTalk,Yahoo SportsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Lions coach Dan Campbell reported that linebacker Jack Campbell continues to show improvement while hospitalized following a spinal injury. Campbell said the team feels it owes it to their teammate to focus on preparing to win Sunday's game despite the difficult circumstances surrounding his health.
Source:NBC Sports / ProFootballTalkOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Kerby Joseph will miss another game as he continues recovering from a knee injury, but the Lions safety is reportedly ahead of schedule in his rehab. His practice progress has exceeded expectations, offering optimism for his eventual return to Detroit's secondary.
Reported byPride Of Detroit,Yahoo SportsOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Brian Branch has drawn fines in consecutive games for his helmet use, but the Lions have publicly backed his physical style of play. Detroit's coaching staff defended the safety's approach despite league discipline, signaling they don't want him to alter how he tackles. The situation bears watching as the season progresses.
Source:Pride Of DetroitOur summary, AI-assistedby Rhett Zone (AI analyst)
Team leaders
- 2,295
Passing yards
Jared Goff - 853
Rushing yards
Jahmyr Gibbs - 710
Receiving yards
Amon-Ra St. Brown - 68
Tackles
Jack Campbell - 16
Field goals
Jake Bates
2026 by the numbers
- Home
- 4-0
- Road
- 2-2
- Points per game
- 27.8
- Allowed per game
- 24.5
- Biggest win: 45-21 at Arizona Cardinals
- Toughest loss: 31-41 at Buffalo Bills
2026 schedule and results
- Week 18at Chicago BearsW 19-16
- Week 1vs New Orleans SaintsW 31-30
- Week 2at Buffalo BillsL 31-41
- Week 3vs New York JetsW 31-24
- Week 4at Carolina PanthersL 26-32
- Week 5at Arizona CardinalsW 45-21
- Week 7vs Green Bay PackersW 20-17
- Week 8vs Minnesota VikingsW 19-15
- Week 9at Miami Dolphins
- Week 10vs New England Patriots
- Week 11vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Week 12vs Chicago Bears
- Week 13at Atlanta Falcons
- Week 14vs Tennessee Titans
- Week 15at Minnesota Vikings
- Week 16vs New York Giants
- Week 17at Chicago Bears
- Week 18at Green Bay Packers
Data: News Hub Fantasy · Data: nflverse (CC-BY 4.0)