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Detroit Lions 2026 Predictions
Where we have them finishing
- Nick: 13-4
- Nico: 11-6
- Brooklyn: 13-4
Why
The Lions will be looking to have a bounce back season after injuries were the narrative for this team all season. The biggest question will be really if the O line can stay healthy. Losing Monty is tough for this team, but gives Gibbs the reins to fully take over in big scenarios and goal line stands
— Nick, 13-4
The Lions were one 4th down away from flipping multiple Ls to Ws last season, and I think their luck is bound to change. You know what the offense is going to give you, but Hutch returning to the D-line is massive for this defense. CB will be continue to be an issue for this team.
— Nico, 11-6
I’m buying high on Detroit. They scored 28.3 PPG (4th) last year, led by Goff, Amon-Ra and Gibbs, but the defense fell apart and some brutal game-time decisions cost them winnable games. Getting Hutchinson and LaPorta back healthy is huge, and Gibbs is now the clear focal point of the backfield. I don’t see another 9-8. A hopeful 12-5.
— Brooklyn, 13-4
The 2026 schedule
- Week 1 — vs New Orleans Saints
- Week 2 — at Buffalo Bills
- Week 3 — vs New York Jets
- Week 4 — at Carolina Panthers
- Week 5 — at Arizona Cardinals
- Week 7 — vs Green Bay Packers
- Week 8 — vs Minnesota Vikings
- Week 9 — at Miami Dolphins
- Week 10 — vs New England Patriots
- Week 11 — vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Week 12 — vs Chicago Bears
- Week 13 — at Atlanta Falcons
- Week 14 — vs Tennessee Titans
- Week 15 — at Minnesota Vikings
- Week 16 — vs New York Giants
- Week 17 — at Chicago Bears
- Week 18 — at Green Bay Packers