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Lions prepare for matchup against Panthers with Drew Petzing family angle

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 6:17 AM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Lions prepare for matchup against Panthers with Drew Petzing family angle

Summary

The Detroit Lions will face the Carolina Panthers on Sunday evening as they aim for a 3-1 record. Lions offensive coordinator Drew Petzing will compete against his brother Dean, an assistant coach with the Panthers. Petzing expressed both his love for his brother and his desire for a competitive matchup that favors his team. The Lions have shown improved offensive performance under Petzing, currently ranking third in the NFL. The game is set to begin at 8:20 p.m. ET.

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By the Numbers

•Lions seek to improve their record to 3-1 against Panthers.
•Drew Petzing goes up against his brother Dean Petzing.
•Lions' offense ranks third in the NFL under Petzing.
•Game kicks off Sunday evening at 8:20 p.m. ET.

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6:17 AMYahoo Sports — Lions OC Drew Petzing Has Family Business to Handle Against Panthers

What they're saying

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The Detroit Lions, who survived another close call in their Week 2 matchup against the New York Jets at Ford Field, hope to improve their record to 3-1 when they visit the Carolina Panthers on Sunday evening. For new Lions offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, it affords him an opportunity to go against his brother Dean, […] The post Lions OC Drew Petzing Has Family Business to Handle Against Panthers appeared first on HEAVY.
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