The Detroit Lions will be down to their fourth and fifth options at safety vs. the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.

The dual-threat runner will be tested in this Week 15 contest, facing a Rams rush defense that has allowed the fewest TDs in the NFL this season (four). Los Angeles has also permitted the 11th-fewest yards on the ground in 2025 (1,345).

On Saturday, ahead of traveling to the West Coast for a Week 15 matchup with the Los Angeles Rams, the Detroit Lions announced that they have downgraded two players to OUT: safety Thomas Harper (concussion) and Christian Mahogany (fibula).

Joseph will miss his eighth straight game due to a knee injury after suffering what Dan Campbell called a setback.

The Detroit Lions learned many of the official dates for the 2026 NFL season as they try to salvage a playoff push for this campaign. Below are those important dates, along with insights on many of them as provided by the NFL. Jan. 5 — Clubs may begin signing free agent players for the 2026 season, including players from the CFL.

The Detroit Lions ran just eight plays on third down last week, a season low, while gaining most of their yards on first and second down.

Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch were considered the best safety tandem in the NFL, now there are long-term concerns about both Detroit Lions.

The Detroit Lions face one of the best defenses in the NFL on Sunday when they take on the Los Angeles Rams. It's easy to look at this Rams unit and be scared of it. But they have a weak point, just like every team does.

Alex Anzalone was back at practice for the Detroit Lions after missing the first session of the week due to an illness.

Goff has a toughness that belies his California cool demeanor. Four stories that explain the Lions QB, from those who know him best.

The Los Angeles Rams' ability to hold down Aidan Hutchinson will be a determining factor in winning and losing