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Detroit Lions edge New Orleans Saints in messy victory at Ford Field

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Detroit Lions edge New Orleans Saints in messy victory at Ford Field
Summary

The Detroit Lions secured a win against the New Orleans Saints on September 13, 2026, at Ford Field. The Lions initially struggled in the first half, scoring just seven points before gaining a lead of three scores. However, they faced a surge from the Saints, who closed the gap with a series of successful drives. Head Coach Dan Campbell highlighted the team's need to improve despite finding a way to win. The Lions' performance displayed inconsistencies in offense, defense, and special teams, prompting questions about their overall development from last season.

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  • •Lions lead 7-0 at halftime after slow start.
  • •New Orleans Saints closed gap to 21-17 with strong offensive plays.
  • •Defense forced turnovers but allowed key drives by the Saints.
  • •Dan Campbell calls for improvements despite the win.
  • •Lions displayed streaky performance in all three phases of the game.
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  • 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — The Lions found a way to win, but the time to clean things up is overdue
What they're saying
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The Detroit Lions squeezed out a win over the New Orleans Saints, but there are familiar issues to clean up.

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