The Minnesota Vikings are next up on the Detroit Lions’ schedule, and they are currently fighting through some adversity. They’ve lost three of their last four games, have a laundry list of injuries—particularly on their offensive line, where they’ve been missing both starting tackles and their starting center for much of the season.

NFL insider Jordan Schultz reports that sources tell him the Lions are activating linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez from injured reserve, and he will begin practicing this week. Known to many in the organization as “Rodrigo,” the key defender has been out of action since tearing his ACL in a Week 13 matchup against the Chicago Bears last season.

This is a guide for how to watch the upcoming preseason game between the Detroit Lions and the Atlanta Falcons.

Detroit Lions defensive back Brian Branch addressed his suspension upon his return to the team before facing the Minnesota Vikings in Week 9.

Detroit Lions have 10 games left. Five experts make picks and predictions for how they'll finish 2025 season and if they'll reach Super Bowl 60.

The final Monday night doubleheader of the season is taking place in Week 7, and there are two big games on the schedule. In the early game, the Detroit Lions (5-2) pulled off a dominant performance in a 24-9 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-2).