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Detroit Lions defense rallies behind Brian Branch in dominant game vs. Bucs

As the Detroit Lions’ ragtag group of inexperienced defensive backs celebrated their unexpected success in a 24-9 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, most had one thing in common: they were sporting Brian Branch #32 jerseys. Over the past week, it’s clear the Lions defense took offense at how the NFL treated one of its […]

From Pride Of Detroit | about 2 months ago | 1 read

Lions Week 7 report card: Defense carries sleepy offense vs. Bucs

It was a reversal of roles on Monday night and in the unlikeliest of circumstances. The Detroit Lions offense has regularly buoyed the team, given the immense amount of talent on that side of the ball. And with the entire Lions’ starting secondary missing against a red-hot Tampa Bay Buccaneers offense, many—myself included—expected a bit […]

From Pride Of Detroit | about 2 months ago | 1 read

6 winners, 1 loser from the Lions’ win over the Buccaneers

That is how you shake off a loss. A week after falling to the Kansas City Chiefs in disappointing fashion, the Detroit Lions did a complete 180 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Despite entering the night with a battered and short-staffed secondary, it was Detroit putting the defensive clams on MVP-frontrunner Baker Mayfield and the […]

From Pride Of Detroit | about 2 months ago | 3 reads

Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard delivers masterpiece… and he’s just getting started

You could sense Detroit Lions fans’ heart sink when the surprising news hit that Buccaneers star rookie receiver Emeka Egbuka was going to play on Monday night against Detroit. Many coped throughout the week that although Detroit’s secondary was beat up—set to miss all four starting defensive backs—at least the Buccaneers were going to be […]

From Pride Of Detroit | about 2 months ago | 2 reads

3 takeaways from Lions’ HUGE win against Buccaneers

It’s been eight long days since the Detroit Lions last played football. It’s not just because they lost to the Kansas City Chiefs, but also because of the drama that came after the game. Thankfully, once the weekend came, it felt like it was time to focus on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on “Monday Night […]

From Pride Of Detroit | about 2 months ago | 2 reads

The Green Bay Packers are tops in the NFC

After a 24-9 Detroit Lions win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Green Bay Packers hold the top seed in the NFC with a 4-1-1 record. Yes, the Packers are the only team in the conference that has only lost just once in the 2025 regular season. Despite their flaws, the Packers have cost themselves […]

From Acme Packing Company | about 2 months ago | 1 read

NFL Week 7 ‘MNF’ doubleheader open thread

In neglecting to remember we needed an open thread early for tonight’s action, let this brief intro serve as your entry way to tonight’s Monday Night Football doubleheader. First up it’s the Detroit Lions versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. In terms of Buffalo Bills rooting interests, we’re team Tampa tonight. It’s never fun rooting against […]

From Buffalo Rumblings | about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Talk Goff vs Baker, NFC West, Game 7 with Rams fans

A night of so many sports! The Detroit Lions face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at 4 PM PT on ABC, a game featuring two quarterbacks who once played for Sean McVay and are enjoying their greatest career successes since their departures. This is also a key matchup for the NFC playoff race as the Lions […]

From Turf Show Times | about 2 months ago | 1 read

Monday Night Football doubleheader game thread

Another week, another Monday Night Football doubleheader from the NFL. Kicking off first at 7 p.m. EST, the 5-1 Buccaneers will be taking on the 4-2 Lions in a battle between two of the hottest teams in the NFL. It’ll air on ESPN. Much later — at 10 p.m. EST, the 2-3 Texans will take […]

From Behind the Steel Curtain | about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Lions, Buccaneers final score: Unbelievable defensive effort stuns Tampa

The Detroit Lions went into their Monday night bout with a tough task ahead of them. Not only was their secondary depleted with injuries, but MVP-candidate Baker Mayfield was in town. After letting the Kansas City Chiefs walk all over them last week, there was not a lot of hope for Detroit’s defense. But the […]

From Pride Of Detroit | about 2 months ago | 2 reads

MNF: Lions vs Buccaneers and Seahawks vs Texans Game Thread

Tonight we have a Monday Night Football doubleheader. Kicking off at 7:00 p.m. EDT we have the Detroit Lions hosting the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in what could be an NFC Championship Game preview. In the nightcap, kicking off at 10:00 p.m. EDT, the Seattle Seahawks host the Houston Texans. The Detroit Lions have a 4-2 […]

From Gang Green Nation | about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Monday Night Football doubleheader: Week 7

It’s a Monday Night Football doubleheader to finish Week 7 of the 2025 NFL season. Here’s everything you need to know about tonight’s games. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-1) vs. Detroit Lions (4-2) Eagles rooting interest: TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS at DETROIT LIONS: The 5-1 Bucs have a better record than the 4-2 Lions. Also, the Bucs have the […]

From Bleeding Green Nation | about 2 months ago | 1 read

Monday Night Football Week 7 Doubleheader

We’ve got two games left for Week 7 of the 2025/’26 NFL season. This week’s Monday Night Football doubleheader starts off with an important NFC matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Detroit Lions. The Bucs are in first place in the NFC South, and the Lions are a half game behind the Packers. […]

From Hogs Haven | about 2 months ago | 3 reads

Buccaneers vs. Lions live discussion: The appetizer before Seahawks vs. Texans

Technically, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Detroit Lions are the main course of this Monday Night Football doubleheader, hence Joe Buck and Troy Aikman are in Detroit and not Seattle, but I consider it the undercard to the Seattle Seahawks vs. Houston Texans, the real main event of the evening. Anyway, it’s 5-1 vs. 4-2 […]

From Field Gulls | about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Lions vs. Buccaneers: First half live community chat

The Detroit Lions and Tampa Bay Buccaneers face off on Monday night for a place near the top of the NFC. If the Buccaneers win, they’ll stand alone atop the conference with a 6-1 record. If the Lions win, both teams will be 5-2—technically behind the Green Bay Packers, who are 4-1-1 through seven weeks. […]

From Pride Of Detroit | about 2 months ago | 1 read

Monday Night Football: Lions vs. Buccaneers – Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread, More

Week 7 concludes this evening, with the Lions taking on the Buccaneers on Monday Night Football. How to Watch Monday Night Football: Lions vs. Buccaneers TV: ESPN Streaming: NFL+ Radio: Westwood One Kickoff Time: 6:00 PM CT Site: Ford Field, Detroit, MI. Referee: Craig Wrolstad Odds : Lions -5.5, O/U 52.5 ( via DraftKings Sportsbook ) Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) looks before making a pass against the Kansas City Chiefs dur...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | about 2 months ago | 1 read

Buccaneers vs. Lions: Monday Night Football Open Thread

The Detroit Lions host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first game of tonight’s Monday Night Football doubleheader. This game is almost certainly a playoff preview between two teams vying to break through to the Super Bowl this season. Will Tampa continue to stay ahead of Detroit in the NFC? Can Detroit get the best of the Bucs? […]

From Canal Street Chronicles | about 2 months ago | 3 reads

Lions, Bucs injury updates, inactives Week 7: Taylor Decker WILL PLAY

The Detroit Lions and Tampa Bay Buccaneers have declared their inactives ahead of their Week 7 matchup on “Monday Night Football.” The big news for the Lions is that starting left tackle Taylor Decker will play and, based on warmups, looks in line to step back into a starting role. If you missed any of the […]

From Pride Of Detroit | about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Monday Night Football Preview: Buccaneers at Lions

MNF Preview When the injury-ravaged meet under the Monday Night lights, resilience becomes currency—and both the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Detroit Lions have been writing checks their rosters shouldn’t be able to cash. The 5-1 Buccaneers arrive at Ford Field carrying the NFC’s best record into a hostile environment against a 4-2 Lions team still […]

From Gridiron Experts | about 2 months ago | 1 read

Detroit Lions activate Alim McNeill, add 3 DBs for Buccaneers game

As expected, the Detroit Lions made a bunch of roster moves ahead of their “Monday Night Football” game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Primarily, they fortified their injury-filled secondary with three players now eligible to play Monday night. And, as expected, Lions defensive tackle Alim McNeill has been activated from the Physically Unable to Perform […]

From Pride Of Detroit | about 2 months ago | 1 read