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Detroit Lions Stats, trends and matchup insights · Updated · Data through Week 8

Through Week 8, the Lions are 5-2, Jared Goff has thrown a touchdown pass in each of his last 31 games (the longest active streak in the NFL), and Jahmyr Gibbs has 100+ rushing yards in each of his last 3 games, also the longest active streak.

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Streaks

Jared Goff has thrown for at least one TD in each of his last 31 games -- this is the longest active streak.

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Streaks

Jahmyr Gibbs has 100+ rushing yards in each of his last 3 games -- this is the longest active streak.

Last week

Detroit Lions RBs averaged 6.4 yards per carry (218 yards/34 carries) in Week 8 -- 2nd-best in NFL.

Last week

The Lions defense tackled opponents for a loss on 3 of 17 rushing attempts (18% TFL%) in Week 8 -- 3rd-best in NFL.

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This season

Jahmyr Gibbs has scored 10 TDs this season -- T-most among NFL RBs.

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This season

Amon-Ra St. Brown has 11 receptions in the red zone this season -- most among NFL WRs.

Next game

Lions QBs have a 83.7 passer rating when their QB was under pressure this season -- best in NFL. The Dolphins have allowed a passer rating of 96.9 when the opposing QB was under pressure this season -- worst in NFL.

Next game

The Lions have scored 29.0 points per game this season -- 3rd-best in NFL. The Dolphins have allowed 25.9 PPG this season -- T-8th-worst in NFL.

Watch

The Dolphins have been successful on 57.0% of rush attempts against a base rush this season -- 9th-best in NFL. The Lions have allowed a success rate of 79.0% on rush attempts with a base rush this season -- worst in NFL.

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Win-Loss Summary

Lions record in key game situations, 2026 season

  • Overall5-2 · 0.714
    T-7th in the NFL in win percentage
  • When forcing 1+ turnover5-0 · 1.000
    T-1st in the NFL in win percentage
  • When allowing under 5.0 yds per rush5-0 · 1.000
    T-1st in the NFL in win percentage

Team Strengths & Weaknesses

Where the Lions stand among all 32 teams, 2026 season

  • Scoring offense3rd of 32
    29.0 points per game
  • Scoring defense23rd of 32
    25.7 points allowed per game
  • Defense vs. wide receivers28th of 32
    37.0 PPR fantasy points allowed
  • Defense vs. running backs4th of 32
    18.2 PPR fantasy points allowed

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Defensive profile: the Detroit Lions are a pass funnel, allowing 37.0 PPR fantasy points per game to wide receivers (league average 31.4) and 18.2 to running backs (22.0). See the full league map →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is Jahmyr Gibbs playing for the Lions in 2026?

Through Week 8, Jahmyr Gibbs has scored 10 touchdowns (tied for the most among NFL running backs), leads all running backs with 191 touches and has 10+ fantasy points in each of his last 8 games. Detroit is 5-2.

Who do the Lions play in Week 9?

The Lions visit the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, Nov. 8, at 1:00 p.m. ET.

Where does this data come from?

All numbers come from Inside Edge’s Remarkable engine and cover the 2026 NFL season through Week 8 unless a note says otherwise. This page is updated each week after the games.

This page presents descriptive statistical analysis for informational purposes only. It is not betting advice and does not guarantee any outcome. Data source: Remarkable™, Inside Edge's proprietary sports data engine.