Lions struggle against Bills, raising concerns over defensive woes

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Lions struggle against Bills, raising concerns over defensive woes
Summary

The Detroit Lions faced a challenging outing against the Buffalo Bills, yielding 30 and 41 points in consecutive games. In a clash noted for defensive struggles, quarterback Josh Allen capitalized on the Lions' weaknesses, throwing for multiple touchdowns and running effectively. This follows a concerning performance in their last game against the New Orleans Saints, where Detroit's defense allowed a significant comeback after leading 21-0. With concerns mounting, Lions GM Brad Holmes may seek reinforcements ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline to bolster a defense struggling to contain top-tier offenses.

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  • Lions give up 30 points to Bills after allowing 41 the previous week.
  • Josh Allen runs for 69 yards and two touchdowns against Detroit.
  • Defense struggles to contain both Allen and James Cook III, who gains 135 yards.
  • Issues began in New Orleans despite a win in overtime.
  • Potential trade for cornerback Joey Porter Jr. could be necessary.
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  • 5:24 AMCBS NFLLions' loss to Bills has panic level high after another poor performance by defense
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Detroit has yielded 30 and 41 points in back-to-back games

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