Christian Booher: The loss of Brian Branch is a brutal one for Detroit’s defense. Because of the timing and severity of the injury, there’s a chance he misses time next year and that would be a big loss for the Lions. Branch is one of the most versatile defenders in the league at his best, and will not be easily replaced.

The Detroit Lions are right back in the thick of things in the NFC playoff picture, and the Dallas Cowboys are hanging on by a thread. Jahmyr Gibbs scored three touchdowns, Jared Goff threw for 309 yards and a touchdown, and the Detroit defense forced three turnovers in a crucial 44-30 win.

Detroit Lions offensive lineman Kayode Awosika started the past 4 games at left guard in place of the injured Christian Mahogany.

Daniel Jones left the game against the Jaguars with an apparent Achilles injury. The potential serious leg injury to Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones could have a massive impact on the playoff hopes of the Detroit Lions.

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell said he fears Brian Branch suffered a long-term injury after Branch was carted to the locker room Thursday.

The Dallas Cowboys suffered a setback to kick off Week 14, falling to the Detroit Lions. The loss put the team's NFL playoff hopes on thin ice, as they take a step back in the NFC standings. At this point in the season,