Ahead of every Detroit Lions game in 2025, we will provide readers with an updated depth chart of the team’s roster based on information gathered throughout the week. In Week 15, the Detroit Lions (8-5) are on the road, traveling to the West Coast to take on the Los Angeles Rams (10-3).

To help you prepare for this matchup, we have a detailed Lions depth chart that not only ranks all players but also provides the latest news on roster moves, injury statuses, and other relevant developments. For your viewing experience, we have listed the player’s number (in parentheses), bolded...

Technically, the Detroit Lions still hold their own postseason destiny in their hands. If they finish the season with four straight wins, they’re in.

But that’s rarely how things work in the NFL. It’s hard to win every week in this league and, more likely than not, the Lions will need at least a little help along the way if they’re going to make their third straight postseason.

So let’s take a look at the other NFL Week 15 games that matter to Detroit’s postseason hopes, and show the preferred outcome. Welcome to our Week 15 Detroit Lions Rooting Guide....

What a way to start this big four-game stretch for the Detroit Lions, eh? With little room for error in the final four weeks of the regular season, which has flown by, Detroit travels out west to take on the Los Angeles Rams. This game has big implications for how the playoffs can shake out, as the Rams can clinch a playoff spot with a win, and the Lions’ chances of making the postseason skyrocket if they can pull off the upset. After the Lions dashed the Rams’ Super Bowl dreams back in 2023 and gave them a loss to...

There’s no denying the Los Angeles Rams have a roster chock-full of talent. From an explosive offense to a swarming defense, they are one of the most well-rounded teams, and they’ve got playmakers at each level.

But the game of football is often decided by matchups. It’s not just about one side’s talents, but the specific players they’ll be up against. In a lot of ways, football is the culmination of 11 one-on-ones happening at the same time. So for the Detroit Lions, almost everyone will have their hands full when they face off against the Rams on Sunday afternoon....

The Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Rams face off in the late afternoon window in one of the biggest games of Week 15. The Lions are desperately trying to reach the final playoff spot in the NFC race, while the Rams are fighting off several teams—including division rival Seahawks—for the conference’s top spot.

Here’s how you can catch the pivot game on TV, streaming, and radio—along with any other information you need to know.

What time does Lions vs. Rams kick off?

The game is on Sunday, December 14 at 4:25 p.m. ET

**Where is the game being...

As expected, the Detroit Lions have placed Brian Branch on injured reserve after the safety suffered a torn Achilles in last week’s game against the Dallas Cowboys.

For now, it appears fellow safety Kerby Joseph has avoided IR. However, on Friday, Lions coach Dan Campbell said it was a possibility that Joseph could eventually land on IR after suffering a setback in practice this week, and he has already been ruled out of this Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams.

“Could be (a possibility),” Campbell said. “We’re at the back-end of the season now, so anything—even if it’s not...

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).

With Brian Branch likely headed to injured reserve later on Saturday (transactions are typically announced at 4 pm ET), and Kerby Joseph already ruled out, the Lions were hopeful that Harper would be available to start alongside Anthony Maddox against the Rams. Unfortunately, it appears Harper was unable to clear the NFL’s concussion protocols, despite practicing all three days this past...

Two NFC contenders of the past few seasons meet on another collision course as the Lions travel to Los Angeles to face the Rams. Detroit is fighting for its playoff life, while Los Angeles is battling for the 1-seed and a first-round bye in a loaded conference. And thanks to the quarterback Yankee swap and the Lions poaching Brad Holmes and Ray Agnew from the Rams’ front office, these two franchises now share several identity traits.

The Lions handled Sean McVay’s Rams—as favorites—in their two epic recent meetings: the 2023 Wild Card game and the 2024 season opener. Both were...

It’s time for the biggest Madden Simulation of the season.

Okay, I tried to make it sound like there are big stakes, but there are never any stakes in our Madden simulations (well, unless you’re an avid gambler of Twitch channel points), just harmless fun.

Every Saturday morning before a Sunday Detroit Lions game, I jump on a game of Madden 26, fire up a game between the Lions and their upcoming opponent, change the lineups based on injury report projections, and broadcast the simulation over on our Twitch and YouTube channels. It’s a fun way to spend a Saturday...

In order to beat the Los Angeles Rams, the Detroit Lions will need to be at their best. By most measures—and the eye test—the Rams are one of the best teams in the NFL, and they’re the current Vegas favorite to win the Super Bowl. For a Lions team that has been a little too inconsistent week-to-week, everyone will have to be playing their A-game in Los Angeles.

But like any other week, there are certain players and positions that the Lions will lean on in their weekly game plan. Players that present matchup issues for the Rams or will...

The Detroit Lions (8-5) and Los Angeles Rams (10-3) have declared their injury designations ahead of their Week 15 matchup. The Lions’ starting safeties have incurred a couple of brutal blows this week, both of which will likely jeopardize their seasons.

Let’s take a look at the latest injury report and get you up to date with what we know. Note: Any changes from the last injury report will be bolded.

Ruled OUT

• S Kerby Joseph (knee)
• S Brian Branch (Achilles)

Joseph has apparently suffered a setback with his knee, according to coach Dan Campbell, and is...

It sounds like Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph will not play this week against the Los Angeles Rams, and the rest of his 2025 season may be in jeopardy, as well. On Friday, Lions head coach Dan Campbell said Joseph suffered a setback with his knee injury during practice this Wednesday.

“Kerby had a setback, so obviously, not as—don’t feel as good about that,” Campbell said regarding Joseph’s availability this week.

Joseph has not played since Week 6 due to a knee injury that has lingered for much of the season. And while the Lions have been patient and hopeful...