Through the first half of the 2025 NFL season, the Detroit Lions’ rookie class has provided a mixed bag of results. Some first-year players have stepped into key roles and exceeded expectations, while others have struggled to find their footing or been sidelined by injuries.

Buccaneers RB Rachaad White was fined $46,371 for lowering his helmet during a hit vs. the Detroit Lions in the Week 7 game.

NFL executive VP Troy Vincent denies the Detroit Lions' claim that referees used outside help for a controversial call in the Chief's game.

Detroit will resume its quest for its first Super Bowl appearance after the bye. The Lions will play Minnesota at Ford Field and will also host the New York Giants, Green Bay, Dallas and Pittsburgh with road games remaining against Washington, Philadelphia, the Los Angeles Rams, the Vikings and Chicago.

When the Detroit Lions took the field under the Monday night lights against Tampa Bay, few believed they stood a chance. Their entire starting secondary was gone. Brian Branch suspended, D.J. Reed and Terrion Arnold sidelined with injuries,

The NFL said it took down a social media post that highlighted Brian Branch's rough game vs. the Chiefs because "it felt overly critical."

NFL vice president of football operations Troy Vincent offered more explanations on the Lions vs. Chiefs trick play ruling.

The Detroit Lions haven't lost two consecutive games since October 2022, just before they realized the breakthrough that spurred their franchise rebirth.