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Lions forecasted to have wild season with varied game outcomes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 10:09 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Lions forecasted to have wild season with varied game outcomes

Summary

Predictions indicate a turbulent 2026 season for the Detroit Lions, with a blend of highs and lows. Jarrett Bailey of SB Nation forecasts the Lions will trade for a veteran and suggests they might score 40 points in consecutive weeks. They are projected to lose to the Buffalo Bills but could still win the NFC North division., the Lions are expected to rebound after early losses, including a potential standout performance from Jahmyr Gibbs against the Carolina Panthers later in the season.

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By the Numbers

•Lions predicted to trade for a veteran player in 2026 season.
•Forecast includes two consecutive weeks scoring 40 points.
•Lions expected to lose to the Buffalo Bills in Week 2.
•Projections show Lions winning the NFC North despite predicted setbacks.
•Jahmyr Gibbs likely to excel with a standout performance against the Panthers.

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10:09 PMYahoo Sports — Wild NFL Predictions Paint Roller-Coaster Season for Lions

What they're saying

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If predictions by Jarrett Bailey of SB Nation come true this year, it is going to be a wild ride for the Detroit Lions. Bailey went through his 61 predictions for the 2026 season. One of them included the Lions trading for a veteran. The other three had more to do with potential outcomes in […] The post Wild NFL Predictions Paint Roller-Coaster Season for Lions appeared first on HEAVY.
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