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The Detroit Lions are heading into the bye week at 3-2 after a convincing 45-21 win over the Arizona Cardinals.
Detroit started slowly, but once the offense got rolling, the Lions took complete control. Jared Goff delivered another turnover-free performance, Jahmyr Gibbs exploded on the ground, and the defense finally showed signs of fixing one of its biggest problems: allowing explosive plays.
On this Detroit Lions News Podcast postgame reaction, Joe breaks down:
• Why the 45-21 win matters even against Arizona
Detroit's performance wasn't perfect, but the Lions accomplished the most important thing: getting a win before the bye and putting themselves in position to get healthier for the second half of the season.
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0:00 Lions beat Cardinals 45-21
Is Kelvin Sheppard the Problem? Lions Defense + Cardinals Preview
The pressure is mounting on Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard.
Joe Chapp and James break down Sheppard’s comments to the media, Dan Campbell’s concerns about trust and discipline, Detroit’s defensive personnel, the coverage breakdowns and why the Lions continue to generate pressure without consistently getting stops.
Could Detroit realistically make a defensive coordinator change during the season? We discuss Casey Rogers, Jim O’Neil and other possibilities — while explaining why the Lions’ best outcome is still Sheppard finding a way to fix the defense.
We also discuss Brian Branch’s potential return, whether Ennis Rakestraw deserves a larger role, the Lions’ blitz strategy and how Detroit compares to the defense Aaron Glenn left behind.
Then it’s on to Lions vs. Cardinals.
Detroit faces an Arizona team with dangerous weapons including Trey McBride, Michael Wilson and Jeremiah Love. Can Jared Goff and the Lions offense finally start fast? Can Detroit contain McBride? And is this the game where the Lions defense finally turns the corner?
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00:00 Welcome + Kelvin Sheppard reaction
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Did the Lions miss an opportunity by not trading for Joey Porter Jr., or was the price simply too high?
Joe Chapp and James Nahikian break down the Joey Porter Jr. situation, Detroit’s need for help in the secondary and what Brad Holmes could do next as the Lions evaluate potential cornerback and safety additions.
Then it’s on to the Carolina Panthers. We preview the matchup, including Jameer Gibbs against Carolina’s run defense, Bryce Young against Detroit’s pass rush, Jared Goff versus the blitz, the Panthers’ offensive-line issues, Detroit’s defensive adjustments, potential weather implications and the biggest keys to a Lions victory.
Plus, we discuss whether the Lions defense is beginning to turn the corner and why the next two games could tell us much more about Detroit heading toward the bye.
Detroit Lions News Podcast — year-round Lions news, analysis, game previews, postgame reaction, roster moves and trade discussion.
0:00 Intro
The Detroit Lions improve to 2-1 with a 31-24 win over the New York Jets.
Joe Chapp breaks down Jahmyr Gibbs’ huge three-touchdown performance, Jared Goff’s efficient afternoon, Detroit’s five-sack defensive effort and the improvements the Lions showed after a difficult start to the season.
We also discuss Christian Izien’s impact at safety, Blake Miller’s strong performance, the Lions’ improved pass protection and the defensive concerns that remain after New York scored 14 unanswered points in the fourth quarter.
Topics include:
• Jahmyr Gibbs: 99 rushing yards, 65 receiving yards and 3 total TDs
Detroit Lions News Podcast covers Lions news, analysis, previews and postgame reactions throughout the 2026 NFL season.
00:00 Lions Beat Jets 31-24 — Postgame Reaction
Can Kelvin Sheppard fix the Detroit Lions defense against the New York Jets? Joe Chapp and James Nahikian break down the Lions-Jets Week 3 matchup and the changes Detroit must make on defense.
The discussion covers Detroit’s blitz and coverage problems, third-down and red-zone failures, communication breakdowns and whether the defense should return to more man coverage. Joe and James also examine Geno Smith, Breece Hall, Garrett Wilson, Blake Miller vs. David Bailey and the best offensive approach for Jared Goff and the Lions.
Plus: betting-line movement, early sharp action, game predictions and why this could be a prove-it game for Kelvin Sheppard.
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Chapters
00:00 Welcome to the Detroit Lions News Podcast
The Detroit Lions lose 41-31 in Orchard Park, and the defense is now allowing a touchdown on 67% of opponent drives since halftime of Week 1 — 10 touchdowns on 15 drives. We go through the full stat pack: zero three-and-outs forced, 5.6 yards per rush allowed, James Cook at 6.4 per carry, Buffalo 9-for-12 on third down and 5-for-5 in the red zone. Jared Goff threw for 327 and four touchdowns and it didn't matter.
Plus: the pass rush wasn't the problem (19 pressures), the coverage numbers by corner, Larry Borom's night in place of Blake Miller, and why the Jets game with Aaron Glenn on the other sideline is the real test.
0:00 Lions lose 41-31
Lions 31, Saints 30 in overtime. Up 21-0 and it nearly got away — but the problem wasn't who everyone thinks it was.
James was at Ford Field. We go through the third-quarter snap chart, Tyler Shough's second half, Jahmyr Gibbs' workload, the Pacheco news, and what Kelvin Sheppard has to fix before Thursday night in Buffalo.
0:00 Intro: Saints at Ford Field, Bills on a short week
Detroit survives 31-30 in overtime after building a 21-0 lead and giving all of it back. Full postgame breakdown of Lions vs. Saints in Week 1.
The defense held New Orleans to 111 yards in the first half, then gave up 284 over the final 25 minutes — including 8.3 yards per play in the fourth quarter. The offense opened with 121 yards in the first quarter and managed 40, 77 and 61 the rest of the way. Third down was 5-for-13, with Detroit averaging over six yards to go in the two quarters they scored three points in.
What went right: 165 rushing yards, 14 points off two takeaways, five sacks, no interceptions from Jared Goff, a nine-minute edge in time of possession, and a 10-play, 70-yard overtime drive without a single third down.
Then it's Buffalo on Thursday — a four-day turnaround, Jahmyr Gibbs coming off 34 touches, Detroit's first-ever primetime meeting with the Bills and the first game at the new Highmark Stadium.
Plus: Christian Mahogany's scan, TJ Lang's defense of Kelvin Sheppard, and Dan Campbell's postgame.
0:00 Lions 31, Saints 30 — Week 1 Is The Ultimate Liar
Joe Chapp and James (Section344Lions) lock in their 2026 Detroit Lions predictions: record picks, X-factors, eight bold predictions, every division standing, a full playoff bracket and a Super Bowl pick. Then a full Week 1 preview of the New Orleans Saints at Ford Field.
Week 1 has matched the Lions' playoff fate in all five Dan Campbell seasons. Lost the opener in 2021, 2022 and 2025 and missed the playoffs. Won it in 2023 and 2024 and made it. The Lions offense has averaged 18 points in its last three openers.
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The Detroit Lions set their initial 53-man roster on August 26, 2026, and the biggest surprise was who was not on it: wide receiver and punt returner Greg Dortch, who signed with the Buffalo Bills practice squad within a day. Joe Chapp and James break down the full 53, the 14-man practice squad that dropped live during this episode, why cornerback Ennis Rakestraw made the roster over more productive options, and what the Lions still have to fix before week one.
WHAT HAPPENED ON CUTDOWN DAY
THE PRACTICE SQUAD, AS ANNOUNCED
QUESTIONS ANSWERED IN THIS EPISODE
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00:00 - Intro & 53-Man Roster Gymnastics
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