http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:06:22 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/10/dan-campbell-patriots-not-travel-lions-germany/stories/20261110106 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/10/dan-campbell-patriots-not-travel-lions-germany/stories/20261110106#comments Tue, 10 Nov 2026 18:53:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/10/dan-campbell-patriots-not-travel-lions-germany/stories/20261110106 ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell is more concerned about preparing to face the New England Patriots than the logistics of traveling to Germany. Detroit Lions place-kicker Jake Bates (39) celebrates his field goal with Jack Fox (3) as Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Jordan Phillips (94) looks on Nov. 8 in Miami Gardens, Fla. Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell talks to the media Nov. 8 in Miami Gardens, Fla. Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) slides during a run against the Miami Dolphins on Nov. 8 in Miami Gardens, Fla. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/08/lions-grind-past-dolphins-19-9-jahmyr-gibbs-scores-jake-bates-makes-4-fg/stories/20261108093 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/08/lions-grind-past-dolphins-19-9-jahmyr-gibbs-scores-jake-bates-makes-4-fg/stories/20261108093#comments Sun, 08 Nov 2026 23:12:50 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/08/lions-grind-past-dolphins-19-9-jahmyr-gibbs-scores-jake-bates-makes-4-fg/stories/20261108093 MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The Detroit Lions have repeated a mantra all week in the aftermath of a scary neck injury to All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell. Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) celebrates his touchdown with Juice Scruggs (70) against the Miami Dolphins. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/07/dolphins-host-lions-hafley-team-aiming-grit-campbell-detroit/stories/20261107018 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/07/dolphins-host-lions-hafley-team-aiming-grit-campbell-detroit/stories/20261107018#comments Sat, 07 Nov 2026 13:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/07/dolphins-host-lions-hafley-team-aiming-grit-campbell-detroit/stories/20261107018 MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — When Dan Campbell was hired as the Lions’ head coach in 2021, he famously declared that Detroit would be a team that would “bite a kneecap off” its opponents. Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell speaks during a news conference Nov. 1 in Detroit. Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley speaks during a news conference Nov. 1 in Miami Gardens, Fla. Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff passes in the pocket against the Minnesota Vikings on Nov. 1 in Detroit. Miami Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis hands off the football to running back Ollie Gordon II on Nov. 1 in Miami Gardens, Fla. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/04/lions-linebacker-jack-campbell-says-he-has-full-movement-in-lower-body-after-suffering-neck-injury/stories/20261104111 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/04/lions-linebacker-jack-campbell-says-he-has-full-movement-in-lower-body-after-suffering-neck-injury/stories/20261104111#comments Wed, 04 Nov 2026 18:32:08 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/04/lions-linebacker-jack-campbell-says-he-has-full-movement-in-lower-body-after-suffering-neck-injury/stories/20261104111 ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Detroit Lions All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell said he has full movement in his lower body and is “continuing to make progress with movement in my upper body," in his first comments since he was carted off the field on a backboard during a game against Minnesota. Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell (46) is taken off the field due to injury against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half of an NFL football game on Nov. 1 in Detroit. Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell (46) lies injured against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half of an NFL football game on Nov. 1 in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/03/lions-all-pro-lb-jack-campbell-remains-hospitalized-with-a-neck-injury-1/stories/20261103092 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/03/lions-all-pro-lb-jack-campbell-remains-hospitalized-with-a-neck-injury-1/stories/20261103092#comments Tue, 03 Nov 2026 11:39:21 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/03/lions-all-pro-lb-jack-campbell-remains-hospitalized-with-a-neck-injury-1/stories/20261103092 DETROIT— Detroit Lions All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell remained hospitalized Monday for evaluation and monitoring of a neck injury, the team said. Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell (46) lies injured against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half of an NFL football game, Nov. 1, in Detroit. Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell (46) is taken off the field due to injury against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half of an NFL football game, Nov. 1, in Detroit. Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell (46) lies injured against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half of an NFL football game, Nov. 1 in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya) Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (87) walks near other players as medical staff help Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell (46) during the second half of an NFL football game, Nov. 1, in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/01/goff-throws-go-ahead-touchdown-pass-williams-lions-beat-vikings-19-15/stories/20261101105 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/01/goff-throws-go-ahead-touchdown-pass-williams-lions-beat-vikings-19-15/stories/20261101105#comments Sun, 01 Nov 2026 22:21:02 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/11/01/goff-throws-go-ahead-touchdown-pass-williams-lions-beat-vikings-19-15/stories/20261101105 DETROIT — Jared Goff threw a go-ahead, 7-yard touchdown pass to Jameson Williams with 4:35 left and the Detroit Lions beat the Minnesota Vikings 19-15 on Sunday, handing the NFL's last undefeated team its first loss. Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) passes in the pocket against the Minnesota Vikings. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/31/vikings-and-lions-match-up-nfl-s-stingiest-defense-vs-high-scoring-offense-in-nfc-north-showdown-1/stories/20261031016 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/31/vikings-and-lions-match-up-nfl-s-stingiest-defense-vs-high-scoring-offense-in-nfc-north-showdown-1/stories/20261031016#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/31/vikings-and-lions-match-up-nfl-s-stingiest-defense-vs-high-scoring-offense-in-nfc-north-showdown-1/stories/20261031016 DETROIT — The Minnesota Vikings are the NFL's only unbeaten team thanks to their stingy defense and stellar special teams. Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams (1) does a flip after catching a touchdown pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers on Oct. 25 in Detroit. Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) tosses the ball to running back Jahmyr Gibbs, left, during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers on Oct. 25 in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/24/lions-nfc-north-1st-division-game-packers-home/stories/20261024022 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/24/lions-nfc-north-1st-division-game-packers-home/stories/20261024022#comments Sat, 24 Oct 2026 14:32:18 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/24/lions-nfc-north-1st-division-game-packers-home/stories/20261024022 DETROIT — The Detroit Lions are kicking off their first of six NFC North games against the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings in the Motor City over the next two weeks while a visit from Chicago looms on Thanksgiving. Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) celebrates his touchdown run with quarterback Jared Goff (16) on Oct. 11 in Glendale, Ariz. Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs works out during practice June 9 in Green Bay, Wis. Green Bay Packers' Carrington Valentine reacts to a penalty to negate an interception against the Dallas Cowboys on Oct. 18 in Green Bay, Wis. Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams celebrates his touchdown reception against the Arizona Cardinals on Oct. 11 in Glendale, Ariz. Dallas Cowboys' Kenny Clark sacks Green Bay Packers' Jordan Love on Oct. 18 in Green Bay, Wis. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/17/lions-bye-week-packers-and-vikings-next-2-games/stories/20261016092 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/17/lions-bye-week-packers-and-vikings-next-2-games/stories/20261016092#comments Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/17/lions-bye-week-packers-and-vikings-next-2-games/stories/20261016092 DETROIT — Jared Goff wishes the Detroit Lions were playing this week. Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) celebrates his touchdown run with quarterback Jared Goff (16) against the Arizona Cardinals on Oct. 11 in Glendale, Ariz. Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams (1) celebrates his touchdown reception against the Arizona Cardinals on Oct. 11 in Glendale, Ariz. Detroit Lions cornerback D.J. Reed (4) breaks up a pass intended for Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson (14) on Oct. 11 in Glendale, Ariz. Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride catches a touchdown pass as Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell defends Oct. 11 in Glendale, Ariz. Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell dedicates a game ball to radio play-by play broadcaster Dan Miller, following the death of his wife recently, after the game against the Arizona Cardinals on Oct. 11 in Glendale, Ariz. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/11/jared-goff-jahmyr-gibbs-lead-lions-offensive-romp-45-21-win-cardinals/stories/20261011109 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/11/jared-goff-jahmyr-gibbs-lead-lions-offensive-romp-45-21-win-cardinals/stories/20261011109#comments Mon, 12 Oct 2026 01:10:12 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/11/jared-goff-jahmyr-gibbs-lead-lions-offensive-romp-45-21-win-cardinals/stories/20261011109 GLENDALE, Ariz. — Jared Goff threw three touchdown passes, Jahmyr Gibbs added 151 yards rushing and two more scores and the Detroit Lions shook off a slow start by scoring 31 straight points to roll past the Arizona Cardinals 45-21 on Sunday. Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams (1) celebrates his touchdown reception. Detroit Lions cornerback D.J. Reed (4) tackles Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson (14). Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) passes. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/10/lions-cardinals-early-season-problems/stories/20261010029 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/10/lions-cardinals-early-season-problems/stories/20261010029#comments Sat, 10 Oct 2026 11:16:24 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/10/lions-cardinals-early-season-problems/stories/20261010029 TEMPE, Ariz. — The Arizona Cardinals and Detroit Lions are two teams that aren’t particularly happy with the way they’re playing these days. Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson plays Oct. 4 in Charlotte, N.C. Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker walks off the field after a loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Sept. 20 in Glendale, Ariz. Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, left, scores a touchdown against Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker, right, on Sept. 20 in Glendale, Ariz. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/06/lions-nfl-worst-defense-coach-dan-campbell/stories/20261006086 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/06/lions-nfl-worst-defense-coach-dan-campbell/stories/20261006086#comments Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:34:11 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/06/lions-nfl-worst-defense-coach-dan-campbell/stories/20261006086 DETROIT — Dan Campbell knows his Detroit Lions have serious defensive issues. Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell gestures Oct. 4 in Charlotte, N.C. Detroit Lions safety Chuck Clark tackles Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard on Oct. 4 in Charlotte, N.C. Detroit Lions linebacker Jimmy Rolder, bottom, tackles Carolina Panthers tight end Tommy Tremble on Oct. 4 in Charlotte, N.C. Carolina Panthers wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan scores a touchdown during a game against Detroit on Oct. 4 in Charlotte, N.C. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/03/panthers-defense-slow-down-jared-goff-lions/stories/20261002099 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/03/panthers-defense-slow-down-jared-goff-lions/stories/20261002099#comments Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:55:51 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/10/03/panthers-defense-slow-down-jared-goff-lions/stories/20261002099 CHARLOTTE — The Carolina Panthers found themselves in a precarious position last November, facing a red hot Matthew Stafford without three defensive starters, including standout cornerback Jaycee Horn. Detroit Lions' Jared Goff throws Sept. 27 against the New York Jets in Detroit. Detroit Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs celebrates his touchdown run Sept. 27 against the New York Jets in Detroit. Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Mason Graham sacks Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young on Sept. 27 in Cleveland. Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard runs against Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward on Sept. 27 in Cleveland. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/27/jahmyr-gibbs-3rd-touchdown-2-25-left-lifts-lions-31-24-win-over-jets/stories/20260927159 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/27/jahmyr-gibbs-3rd-touchdown-2-25-left-lifts-lions-31-24-win-over-jets/stories/20260927159#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 01:11:54 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/27/jahmyr-gibbs-3rd-touchdown-2-25-left-lifts-lions-31-24-win-over-jets/stories/20260927159 DETROIT — Jahmyr Gibbs took a toss sweep to the right, reversed field and raced to the left side of the end zone for a 17-yard touchdown. Detroit Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs runs for a touchdown past New York Jets' Brandon Stephens. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/26/dan-campbell-kelvin-sheppard-lions-defense-jets/stories/20260926019 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/26/dan-campbell-kelvin-sheppard-lions-defense-jets/stories/20260926019#comments Sat, 26 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/26/dan-campbell-kelvin-sheppard-lions-defense-jets/stories/20260926019 DETROIT — Dan Campbell has demoted offensive coordinators during the season in two of his previous five years with the Detroit Lions. Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell watches against the Buffalo Bills on Sept. 17 in Orchard Park, N.Y. New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn gives a thumbs up on the field Sept. 20 in East Rutherford, N.J. Green Bay Packers defensive end Brenton Cox Jr. attempts to tackle New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith on Sept. 20 in East Rutherford, N.J. New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough is sacked by Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson on Sept. 13 in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/22/lions-maddox-needs-season-ending-foot-surgery-another-setback-for-secondary-missing-joseph-branch/stories/20260922091 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/22/lions-maddox-needs-season-ending-foot-surgery-another-setback-for-secondary-missing-joseph-branch/stories/20260922091#comments Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:36:57 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/22/lions-maddox-needs-season-ending-foot-surgery-another-setback-for-secondary-missing-joseph-branch/stories/20260922091 ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Detroit Lions safety Avonte Maddox needs season-ending foot surgery, another setback for a secondary that is missing injured safeties Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch. New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave (12) can't hold onto a pass as he is defended by Detroit Lions cornerback Avonte Maddox (29) in the first half of an NFL football game Sept. 13 in Detroit. Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell speaks to the media after an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y., on Sept. 17. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/19/analysis-lions-fix-two-tough-games-four-days/stories/20260919097 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/19/analysis-lions-fix-two-tough-games-four-days/stories/20260919097#comments Sat, 19 Sep 2026 22:15:57 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/19/analysis-lions-fix-two-tough-games-four-days/stories/20260919097 DETROIT — The Detroit Lions knew they had a lot of things to fix after Sunday’s 31-30 overtime win over the New Orleans Saints. Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) scores a rushing touchdown as Detroit Lions' Levi Onwuzurike defends. Buffalo Bills running back James Cook (4) celebrates his rushing touchdown against the Detroit Lions. Detroit Lions free safety Avonte Maddoxis helped off the field after being injured against the Buffalo Bills. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/18/josh-allen-bills-new-stadium-5-td-41-31-win-lions/stories/20260918083 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/18/josh-allen-bills-new-stadium-5-td-41-31-win-lions/stories/20260918083#comments Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:41:36 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/18/josh-allen-bills-new-stadium-5-td-41-31-win-lions/stories/20260918083 ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Forget the official name of the Buffalo Bills’ new stadium. It’s Josh Allen’s house. Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen celebrates his rushing touchdown against the Detroit Lions on Sept. 17 in Orchard Park, N.Y. Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) runs after a catch as Buffalo Bills cornerback Davison Igbinosun (21) defends. Barenaked Ladies sing the Canadian national anthem before the game. Buffalo Bills running back James Cook (4) celebrates his rushing touchdown against the Detroit Lions. Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) runs the ball against the Buffalo Bills. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/16/primetime-matchup-features-lions-at-bills-new-stadium/stories/20260919011 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/16/primetime-matchup-features-lions-at-bills-new-stadium/stories/20260919011#comments Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:34:31 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/16/primetime-matchup-features-lions-at-bills-new-stadium/stories/20260919011 ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The new car smell of the Buffalo Bills’ Highmark Stadium has already worn off on Josh Allen a little more than a month since the gleaming $2.1 billion facility opened. Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs carries against New Orleans Saints safety Jonas Sanker on Sept. 13 in Detroit. Highmark Stadium is seen before an NFL exhibition football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y., on Aug. 27. Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen looks to throw Sept. 13 against the Houston Texans in Houston. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/13/lions-escape-31-30-win-over-saints-ot/stories/20260913106 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/13/lions-escape-31-30-win-over-saints-ot/stories/20260913106#comments Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:00:47 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/13/lions-escape-31-30-win-over-saints-ot/stories/20260913106 DETROIT — Tyler Shough threw an incomplete pass in the end zone on a 2-point conversion attempt, allowing the Detroit Lions to escape with a 31-30 win in overtime over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Detroit Lions cornerback D.J. Reed (4) breaks up a pass intended for New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave (12). Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) carries against New Orleans Saints safety Julian Blackmon (23) and Justin Reid. New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (6) passes.