Week 9 fantasy managers get a fresh look at tight ends after Harold Fannin Jr. posted a career‑high 154‑yard game despite a 27‑6 Browns loss, and the Saints rank sixth‑worst against the position. Greg Dulcich (MIA) targets a Lions defense that has allowed 11 TE touchdowns, while Kyle Pitts (ATL) hopes to bounce back against a Bengals secondary that struggled versus athletic tight ends. On the flip side, Dalton Kincaid (BUF) faces a Vikings unit that has surrendered the fewest fantasy points to TEs all season. The guide breaks down who to start and sit, weighing reception volume, offensive context, and opponent defenses.
In a shock turn of events, Michigan Democrat Haley Stevens endorses Republican Mike Rogers on election day, baffling party insiders and mirroring the Detroit Lions' infamous missteps. The 43‑year‑old, still reeling from her primary loss to Abdul El‑Sayed, offers no clear rationale for the last‑minute switch, leaving Democrats as unwelcome as a Pistons fan at an Artest game. The endorsement fails spectacularly—Rogers loses decisively, and Stevens records zero wins, tying the 2008 Lions' woeful record. Her quirky exit includes a bizarre sidewalk interview while juggling a conspicuous beige hat.
Erin Andrews recounts the pressure of reporting Lions linebacker Jack Campbell’s fourth‑quarter injury during the Lions‑Vikings game on November 4, 2026. With only what the broadcast audience saw, she struggled to convey details to fans and the player’s family, drawing on her own experience riding in ambulances with husband former NHL center Jarrett Stoll. Campbell, a 26‑year‑old former first‑round pick, was taken to a hospital after a head‑down tackle; the Lions gave only a vague positive outlook. Andrews explains the tightrope sideline reporters walk—balancing real‑time accuracy, respect for families, and avoiding misspeaking—while Fox colleague Jay Glazer reminds her injuries are an inherent part of the sport.
The Detroit Lions are keeping Jack Campbell's medical details private, and they're absolutely right to respect their star linebacker's family.
After the Dolphins fell 24-19 to the Patriots on Nov. 1, the Pride of Detroit breaks down five key takeaways for Detroit. Quarterback Malik Willis lingered too long—his 3.05‑second release ranks third‑slowest in the NFL and contributed to 21 sacks, opening a clear target for the Lions’ pass rush. New‑England’s nose tackle Cory Durden showed a burst, posting career‑high pressures and sacks, while Detroit’s Tyleik Williams and Alim McNeill can exploit Miami’s weak right line (guard Jonah Savai'i Naea ranked 66th, tackle Austin Jackson the league’s lowest). The Lions’ ground attack, which thrived against Minnesota, should grind down Miami’s middling rush defense (21st EPA/rush allowed). Though the game felt closer than the score, New England’s miscues and Miami’s defensive lapses make Detroit’s matchup look favorable.
Bleeding Green Nation releases its Week 9 NFL Power Rankings, led by the Chicago Bears at No. 1 after a dominant win over the defending Super Bowl champs in Seattle. The San Francisco 49ers sit second, while the Buffalo Bills remain the AFC’s sole one‑loss team at third. The Kansas City Chiefs drop to fourth after two straight defeats, and the Detroit Lions hold the top spot in the NFC North at fifth. Highlights include Jacksonville’s league‑best +85 point differential at seventh, Seattle at eighth, and a struggling Ravens squad falling to sixteenth amid injuries to Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley.
ClutchPoints breaks down Week 9 fantasy quarterback starts and benches. Top starters include Brock Purdy (SF vs. LV) with a favorable Raiders defense, Jared Goff (DET @ MIA) against a pass‑friendly Dolphins unit, and Caleb Williams (CHI vs. TB) after his 247‑yard, 1‑TD win over Seattle. Additional QB1 options are Dak Prescott and Patrick Mahomes. Meanwhile, Justin Herbert (LAC vs. HOU) tops the sit list due to low production and turnovers. The article also highlights streaming prospects and matchup nuances such as injuries and defensive strengths, helping managers fine‑tune their lineups.
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown shares heartbreaking thoughts about Jack Campbell's injury, his wife, and their newborn baby.
Brad Holmes has until November 10 to strengthen the Detroit Lions. Why Detroit's Super Bowl hopes should influence his trade deadline decisions.
With the NFL trade deadline looming on Nov. 10, the Detroit Lions face a sudden linebacker crisis after rookie Jimmy Rolder’s season‑ending injury and All‑Pro Jack Campbell’s neck injury. While Detroit’s cornerback pursuits stalled, the podcast argues the Lions should target veteran Eagles linebacker Zack Baun—an All‑Pro on a manageable 2026‑28 contract (roughly $1.2‑$1.4 M per year). The Eagles’ $16 M dead cap and draft compensation could make the deal feasible. Additional names mentioned include Buccaneers’ Alex Anzalone and Dolphins’ Jordyn Brooks. The discussion also weighs the Lions’ NFC North rivals, especially the Bears’ Jeffrey Simmons acquisition, and broader strategic questions.
NFL insider Albert Breer identifies former Michigan star Mike Sainristil as a possible Detroit Lions trade target ahead of the November 10 deadline.
Dan Campbell addresses the Detroit Lions' center situation as Juice Scruggs prepares to replace injured Cade Mays against the Miami Dolphins.
The Detroit Lions are set to boost linebacker depth after injuries to Jack Campbell and Jimmy Rolder. CBS Sports reports they will add former Arizona Cardinals third‑round pick Owen Pappoe (2023) to the practice squad, pending physical, alongside KJ Britt from the Patriots. Pappoe, a special‑teams stand‑out with 49 games for Arizona and a brief stint with Tennessee, offers speed and athletic upside. Coach Dan Campbell has highlighted Derrick Barnes, Malcolm Rodriguez, Trevor Nowaske and Joe Bachie as potential starters, while roster moves—including Rolder’s IR placement and a safety waiver—will free spots for the new signings. The Lions are expected to finalize these moves by Wednesday.
Packers defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon says the team plans for Micah Parsons’ return “every day” as the star pass rusher nears practice after a torn ACL that sidelined him since late 2025. Head coach Matt LaFleur hopes Parsons could be cleared from the PUP list this week, opening a 21‑day window to activate him. Green Bay sits 5‑3 entering Week 10 against New England, but officials stress caution to avoid rushing his rehab. Parsons’ comeback could boost a defense that helped win games 27‑13 over Detroit and 31‑7 over Chicago.
Green Bay special teams coordinator Cam Achord reassures rookie kicker Trey Smack that his confidence remains intact despite eight missed kicks this season. After Smack's eighth miss in a 27-19 win over the Carolina Panthers on Oct. 29, Achord—formerly with the Patriots—said the team chose Smack for his resilience and isn’t worried he’s overthinking. Smack has gone 11‑of‑16 on field goals (68.8%) and 16‑of‑19 on extra points, with recent struggles highlighted by a blocked 35‑yard attempt and a missed 26‑yard try in a 20‑17 loss to Detroit on Oct. 25. Achord also addressed a fumble by returner Coleman Owen in the Panthers game.
The Miami Dolphins, sitting 1-6 after a Week 8 loss to the New England Patriots, receive a detailed position‑group grading from SI’s Tyler Carmona, with the wide receivers, defensive line and linebackers each earning B‑grades. Highlights include Josh Uche’s solid fourth‑down sack and Chop Robinson’s two sacks and versatile play. Trade chatter surrounds linebacker Brooks as the deadline approaches, while former ‘72 defensive lineman Bob Heinz passes away at 79. The piece previews the upcoming Week 9 showdown against the Detroit Lions and links to additional Phinsider coverage.
The Chicago Bears blast the Seattle Seahawks 34‑17 on Monday Night Football, with rookie QB Caleb Williams delivering a solid 24‑of‑34, 247‑yard passing performance, one touchdown and no interceptions. His TD‑INT ratio improves as Dak Prescott overtakes Jared Goff in the league chart, while the Bears edge closer to the franchise single‑season scoring record after adding 95 points in the last three games. Running backs Rome Odunze and Luther Burden are on track for 1,000‑yard seasons as the Bears eye tough matchups against the Buccaneers, Saints, Lions, Jaguars and Dolphins.
The Detroit Lions travel to Miami for Week 9, hoping to extend their three‑game winning streak against a struggling Dolphins squad that sits 1‑6. Quarterback Malik Willis, the new starter, has thrown six TDs and five interceptions while scrambling for 225 yards and three rushing TDs, but a porous offensive line (second‑worst pass‑block grade) has led to 21 sacks. Running back Ollie Gordon has been the bright spot, posting 408 yards and a team‑high four rushing TDs. Defensively, Miami ranks near the bottom in sacks, run defense (31st) and tackling, allowing the league‑best 76.9% completion rate. Injuries include RB De’Von Achane (IR) and G/T Kadyn Proctor (concussion).
The Minnesota Vikings fell 19-15 to the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, dropping to 6-1 but still leading the NFC North. Quarterback Kirk Murray struggled, missing open receivers and throwing high or late, though he did connect on a 51‑yard strike to Jordan Addison and threw two touchdowns, one salvaged by a spectacular Justin Jefferson catch. The defense held strong early, but the offense’s inability to sustain drives fatigued the unit, allowing Detroit to rally. The loss highlights lingering offensive woes as the Vikings eye a tougher schedule ahead.
The Bears’ November schedule tests their NFC North aspirations, starting with a Week 9 Sunday night clash against a rushing‑heavy Tampa Bay Buccaneers team that logged 324 ground yards against Atlanta. Defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons and a top‑ranked run defense must contain Bucky Irving and Kenny Gainwell, while quarterback Caleb Williams looks to repeat his 308‑yard, two‑TD performance. A Week 10 bye offers Ben Johnson’s staff time to tighten third‑down and red‑zone play and heal injuries before hosting the New Orleans Saints—who the Bears beat 26-14 last season—in Week 11. The month ends with a Thanksgiving showdown versus the Detroit Lions, who beat Chicago 52-21 last year; Jared Goff’s 15‑TD start and the Lions’ big‑play offense will force Chicago to pressure the quarterback and dominate the clock to improve its 11-9 Thanksgiving edge.
Ahead of Week 9, Pride of Detroit asks fans two key questions: will the Lions defeat the 1‑6 Miami Dolphins and are they confident in the team's direction? Riding a three‑game win streak and favored by a -7 point line from FanDuel, Detroit looks poised to extend the run after recent victories over the Packers and Vikings. The fan confidence poll has fluctuated this season, currently hovering near 80%, and the outlet invites readers to vote in the weekly SB Nation survey.
The Miami Dolphins mourn former defensive lineman Bob Heinz, who died in California on Oct. 31 at age 79. Heinz was a key part of the franchise’s historic 1972 perfect season, starting 11 games—including all three playoff matches—and contributing to the No‑Name Defense that allowed just 12.2 points per game en route to a 14‑0 regular‑season (17‑0 overall) record. Drafted 37th overall in 1969, he played eight seasons in Miami before finishing his career with the Washington Redskins in 1978, tallying 11.5 sacks in 122 games. The team issued a heartfelt statement on X, and former teammate Larry Csonka honored the 1972 legacy on social media.
The Daily Norseman’s SB Nation Reacts survey asks Vikings fans if a quarterback change is overdue after a 15-10 win over the Miami Dolphins exposed offensive woes and a recent loss to Detroit ended the team’s unbeaten streak. With the NFC North lead still at stake and a Monday night clash against the Buffalo Bills looming, fans are urged to weigh in on Kyler Murray’s performance and the feasibility of a trade before the deadline. The poll also gauges overall confidence in the Vikings as the season tightens.
The Minnesota Vikings’ 6‑1 start masks deeper offensive woes, highlighted by a 19‑15 loss to the Detroit Lions in Week 8. Quarterback Kyler Murray struggled, completing just 17 of 29 passes, posting a career‑low 86.6 passer rating, and dealing with hamstring tightness. Offensive coordinator Wes Phillips remains optimistic, saying solutions exist within the current roster and that the run game and penalty control can improve. With Murray’s inconsistency, backup Carson Wentz could see action against the Buffalo Bills, and the Vikings may explore trade options before the November 10 deadline.
The Detroit Lions are set to add former Cardinals linebacker Owen Pappoe (26) to their practice squad, pending a physical, according to Matt Zenitz. Pappoe, a 2023 fifth‑round pick from Auburn, spent 2025 playing all 17 games for Arizona with 27 tackles and two pass defenses. After being cut by the Cardinals, he briefly joined the Titans’ practice squad before being released in early October. The move could bolster Detroit’s depth on defense.