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Dallas Week: Can the Lions Pass Rush Wake Up? + Week 14 Predictions

In this episode of the Detroit Lions News Podcast, James and Joe break down a critical "Dallas Week" matchup. With the Lions sitting at 7-5 and playoff odds swinging violently, the guys analyze whether the season is slipping away or if a turnaround is imminent.
Topics Discussed:
Lions vs. Cowboys Preview: Why Dallas is a "Paper Tiger" on the road and the specific stats that favor a Detroit victory.
Aidan Hutchinson & The Pass Rush: Analyzing Hutch’s statistical dip, the lack of a second edge rusher, and whether Brad Holmes needs to change his defensive end philosophy.
NFC North Rundown: Why the Chicago Bears and Caleb Williams are "total frauds" despite their record and the disaster unfolding for the Minnesota Vikings.
Betting & Analytics: The massive divergence between Public money (on Dallas) and Sharp money (on Detroit).
Brad Holmes & The Draft: A heated debate on recent draft picks, including Terrion Arnold and the "fascination" with big defensive ends.

Detroit Lions Collapse vs Packers: Goff’s Toughness, Hutchinson Concerns & Must-Win Road Ahead | DLN Podcast

We analyze the film clips, pressure rates, PFF metrics, and drive-killing penalties that cost Detroit a winnable game. We also evaluate Jared Goff’s performance under heavy pressure, the impact of losing Sam LaPorta and St. Brown, and how the Lions’ defense — despite being healthy — is playing worse than last season.
Then we look ahead to Detroit’s playoff future. With Dallas and the Rams looming, can the Lions still secure a postseason spot? We break down the NFC race, Green Bay and Chicago's remaining schedule, Detroit’s path to 10+ wins, and what MUST change for the Lions to beat real contenders.
If you’re a Lions fan looking for honest breakdowns, real stats, and no fluff — this episode is for you.

Lions vs. Packers: Advanced Stats, Mismatches & Critical Updates

The Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers collide on Thanksgiving in a divisional battle with massive NFC North implications. In this episode, we break down every key matchup, injury update, and advanced stat that will shape Thursday’s game. Using full tape study and data analysis, we examine how Jared Goff, Gibbs, Amon-Ra St. Brown and Detroit’s top-10 defense match up with Jordan Love, Romeo Doubs, Josh Jacobs, and a Green Bay team fighting to stay alive.
We dissect major factors including:• Lions’ advantage attacking the middle of Green Bay’s defense• Gibbs/Montgomery vs the Packers’ #21 inside run defense• Jordan Love’s dramatic drop-off vs 4-man pressure• Why Detroit must avoid blitzing Love• Key injuries: Sam LaPorta, KerbyJoseph, Tucker Kraft, Marcus Davenport• How Detroit’s front (McNeill, Williams, Reader) creates hidden matchup wins• Why Jamo and St. Brown could feast in intermediate routes• Red zone efficiency, third-down stats, and where the game will be won
If the Lions execute in these areas, this game swings heavily toward Detroit. Full breakdown with stats, film notes, and matchup data.

Lions Survive the Trap Game: Overtime Thriller vs Giants | Detroit’s Fourth-Quarter Awakening

The Detroit Lions escaped New York with a wild 34-27 overtime win in one of the ugliest — but most important — games of the season. In this episode, we break down how Detroit played three quarters of C-minus football, yet found a way to dominate the fourth quarter and overtime behind monster performances from Jahmyr Gibbs, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Aidan Hutchinson.
We dive into Dan Campbell’s postgame comments, how Detroit overcame a 10-point deficit, Hutchinson’s late takeover, Jake Bates’ clutch 59-yard bomb, and why this game may spark momentum heading into Thursday’s massive NFC North showdown vs Green Bay.

Lions vs Giants: The Get-Right Game & Why Detroit Should Dominate

Detroit Lions News Podcast breaks down the Lions’ matchup with the New York Giants — a game Detroit must control. We look at why Dan Campbell never loses two straight, how the Lions’ elite defense matches up with a battered Giants offense, and why this week should be a run-game explosion. We also dive deep into Jackson Dart vs. Jameis Winston, the Giants’ historically bad run defense, Detroit’s bounce-back tendencies, injury storylines, and how this game sets the tone for Thanksgiving vs. Green Bay.
Includes: Lions stats, Giants weaknesses, game-plan keys, NFC playoff picture, Hutch & Branch breakdowns, Jack Campbell praise, and why the Lions’ defense is playing championship-level football.

Detroit’s Rock Bottom Night: Blame, Breakdowns & Bright Spots

The Detroit Lions lose 16–9 in Philadelphia in one of the ugliest games of the Dan Campbell era. In today’s Detroit Lions News Podcast, we break down everything that went wrong — from missed opportunities, fourth-down decisions, an abandoned run game, protection issues, and a rare off-night for Jared Goff, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Penei Sewell.
We also discuss why the defense wasn’t the problem, how the Eagles simply stuck with the run, what Dan Campbell admitted after the game, and how this loss fits into the bigger picture heading into a brutal stretch of the schedule.
Key stats, PFF notes, postgame quotes, and what this means for the Giants, Packers, Cowboys, and Rams matchups ahead.

Playoff Preview? Lions–Eagles Film & Analytics Breakdown | Detroit Can WIN If…

The Detroit Lions News Podcast dives deep into the biggest NFC showdown of the year: Detroit Lions vs. Philadelphia Eagles.This episode breaks down every key matchup, advanced metric, and critical game-swinging factor heading into Sunday Night Football.
We unpack Dan Campbell taking over play-calling, how Detroit’s offense now ranks among the most efficient units in the NFL, and why the analytics show the Lions have multiple matchup advantages vs Philadelphia.
Topics include:
Lions offense vs Eagles defense: play-action advantage, explosive-play matchups, OL vs DL film reads
Detroit’s elite tackling defense and what it means vs. Saquon Barkley & Jalen Hurts
Why third down + red zone will decide this game
Sam LaPorta injury implications
The Jahmyr Gibbs effect
Key pressure matchups: Hutchinson, Alim McNeill, Jalen Carter, Jaelen Phillips
Keys for Detroit to win & keys for Philly to win
Final score prediction + NFC playoff implications
Is this an NFC Championship preview?We break it all down.
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Dan Campbell Takes Over Play Calling: Lions’ Offense Erupts vs. Commanders

Dan Campbell officially took over play-calling duties — and the results spoke for themselves. Joe Chapp and James break down the Detroit Lions’ dominant win over the Washington Commanders, including offensive fireworks from Jared Goff, Jameer Gibbs, and Jameson Williams.They dive into Dan Campbell’s postgame comments, how his leadership reshaped the offense overnight, and what it means heading into a primetime showdown with the Philadelphia Eagles. Plus: NFC playoff implications, Jonathan Taylor’s MVP case, the NFC’s wild schedule disparities, and an unfiltered uniform debate that every Lions fan will love.

Third Down Woes, Trade Deadline Debates, and the Truth About Detroit’s Offense

The Detroit Lions’ loss to the Minnesota Vikings wasn’t just a bad game — it was a lesson in execution and perspective.Joe Chapp and James break down what really went wrong: brutal third downs, special teams meltdowns, and the John Morton discourse that has fans divided.
They also dive deep into:
Why Brad Holmes didn’t “go all in” at the trade deadline
Justin Rogers’ viral take comparing the Eagles’ Jalen Phillips trade to a “Hollywood Brown” panic move
Why the Lions’ future remains brighter than fans think
Offensive line growing pains post-Frank Ragnow
The rise of Isaac TeSlaa and what’s next for Jared Goff
This episode blends film breakdowns, analytics (EPA per play, pressures allowed, third down efficiency), and real talk about Detroit’s long-term strategy.
 

Detroit’s Worst Game Yet: Lions Beat Themselves Against Minnesota

The Detroit Lions fall 27–24 to the Minnesota Vikings in one of their most frustrating games under Dan Campbell. From special teams breakdowns to third-down nightmares, Joseph Chapp breaks down every reason the Lions gave this one away — including coaching miscues, penalties, and offensive play-calling that simply didn’t cut it.
Hear Dan Campbell and Jared Goff’s postgame reactions, why the “Johnny Mo laboratory” has officially run out of ideas, and what moves Brad Holmes might make before the trade deadline. Plus: injury updates, fan comments, and what Detroit needs to fix before facing Washington next week.
Topics Covered:
Special teams collapse and the blocked field goal turning point
Jared Goff and Dan Campbell’s postgame honesty
Johnny Morton’s offensive struggles on third down
Why penalties and short fields doomed the Lions
Upcoming schedule worries and trade deadline outlook