ALLEN PARK -- Defensive lineman Chris Smith continues to bounce between the practice squad, free agency and the main roster for the Detroit Lions. Smith was waived on Monday afternoon after playing 12 defensive snaps in the team’s 34-17 win over the Chicago Bears.

Brian Branched moved from his safety position to slot cornerback in nickel packages Sunday to help the Detroit Lions' beleaguered secondary.

Here’s everything we know about the Lions Week 16 win in Chicago, including stats, stars, game takeaways and more.

Chicago (4-10) rides an eight-game losing streak into a matchup with Detroit (12-2) on Sunday, December 22, 2024 at Soldier Field. The Lions are notable favorites in this one, with the spread

The good news for the Detroit Lions keeps coming. Not only did they notch a Chicago Bears win, but they have more to celebrate.

The Chicago Bears and rookie quarterback Caleb Williams lost their ninth-consecutive game 34-17 against division-rival Detroit Lions. With the fourth 300-yard game, the former USC Trojans star is now tied for a franchise record in Bears' history.

The Chicago Bears lost again. This time, it was a home defeat at the hands of the Detroit Lions, 34-17, who are one of the elite teams in the NFC. Make that nine straight losses for Chicago. Detroit being an elite team is not an excuse for the Bears,