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 be one of the “firefighters” who extinguish some of the bigger problems that the Rams pose.

This has just been one of the most frustrating parts of the Detroit Lions' season. Their All-Pro safety Kerby Joseph has been such a big part of this team in recent years and led the league in interceptions last year.

The Lions play on the road for three of their final four games and are on the outside looking in on the NFC playoff battle.

Dan Campbell knows the Lions defense is going to be challenged in Week 15 when they go up against Matthew Stafford and the Rams.

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams will need their stars to perform on Sunday as a victory over the Detroit Lions would clinch a playoff spot. That would

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.

Matthew Stafford and Jared Goff may have moved on from their former teams, but both players have thrived since the blockbuster trade nearly five years ago.

If the Lions win out, they're in, and if they win four of five, their chances are good. But it's a crowded field vying for the final spots.

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford agreed with the assessment that the Detroit Lions' trade for Jared Goff has worked for both teams.

After a win over the Dallas Cowboys, here’s how the Detroit Lions’ playoff and divisional odds changed in Week 14.