In the 16-9 loss, wide receiver Jameson Williams and safety Brian Branch were both fined. Williams was fined for his celebration, while Branch was fined for a helmet-to-helmet hit.

The Detroit Lions are getting help for their secondary, as cornerbacks D.J. Reed and Khalil Dorsey have been activated from injured reserve.

In order to make room for both players, the Lions announced they have released. linebacker Ty Summers and defensive back Erick Hallett. The return of Reed is a big deal for the Lions. The defense’s top corner,

Reed and Dorsey were activated from injured reserve and removed from the injury report, meaning both are expected to play.

Here's what to know about the Packers on Thanksgiving in 2025 as it approaches in one week: Yes, the Packers are playing on Thanksgiving when they travel to take on their NFC North rival, the Detroit Lions. The Packers will look to win their third straight game on the holiday in three consecutive years.

The Philadelphia Eagles' defense shut down the Detroit Lions' high-powered offense in a 16-9 win on Sunday night at Lincoln Financial Field.

Star safety Brian Branch has been a key contributor for the Detroit Lions this 2025 season, tallying 52 tackles, five tackles for loss, five passes defended, three quarterback hits, two and a half sacks and one forced fumble in nine games played.