Most power rankers are reactive, and all of them dropped the Lions down in this week’s rankings. However, none moved the Lions out of the top 10, suggesting they also align with the view that the Lions are still a team expected to challenge over the back half of the season.

The Lions’ offense struggled mightily on third-down conversions. Along with that, they went goose egg on five fourth-down attempts in the 16-9 loss -- a game that was arguably winnable based on the stellar showing from Detroit’s defense. Because of this, the Lions had a slight drop in this week’s rankings from writers across the country.

The NFL world is not happy with the officiating call that ended the Lions-Eagles game, a pass interference penalty against Lions CB Rock Ya-Sin

Free Press sports writer Dave Birkett grades the Detroit Lions’ Week 11 performance in their 16-9 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.

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The Lions got four huge snaps from Trevor Nowaske defensively, as he had a big tackle for loss in the first half. Campbell remains an every down staple, while Barnes mixes up his roles betwene being a linebacker and handling pass-rush duties. Malcolm Rodriguez's potential return could shake up this linebacker rotation.

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams was penalized for a wild celebration after a 40-yard touchdown catch against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.

The Detroit Lions suffered a 16-9 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday Night Football after a controversial pass interference penalty late in the fourth quarter denied them the chance to get the ball back for a potential game-tying drive.