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Another Packers-Lions shootout in Detroit? Maybe, maybe not

Offenses flying high, but defenses have their strengths…

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 2:00 PM
Another Packers-Lions shootout in Detroit? Maybe, maybe not
Key Things to Know
  • The Packers and Lions meet in Detroit with potential to either replicate past high-scoring shootouts or become a defensive duel.
  • Green Bay linebacker Zaire Franklin has been ruled out of Sunday's game because of a shin injury.
  • Detroit leads the league with 20 sacks over five games, featuring four players with at least three sacks each.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Green Bay Packers (4-2) visit the Detroit Lions (3-2) on Sunday in an NFC North matchup following high-scoring shootouts at Ford Field in recent seasons. Detroit enters with quarterback Jared Goff boasting a 111.3 passer rating without an interception, while running back Jahmyr Gibbs leads a potent offense averaging over 30 points. Packers quarterback Jordan Love and Green Bay's passing attack face Detroit's league-leading pass rush, which has recorded 20 sacks through five games.

Green Bay's defense, led by coordinator Jonathan Gannon, has held four of its last five opponents to 17 points or fewer and leads the league with nine interceptions. However, the Packers must attempt to contain Gibbs without linebacker Zaire Franklin, who is ruled out due to a shin injury. The outcome carries significant division implications as both teams chase the undefeated Minnesota Vikings.

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