Lions coach Dan Campbell 'not in panic mode' but knows offense needs 'to clean it up' after struggles in loss to Vikings

The Lions also struggled in the running game. The Vikings give quarterbacks fits with their varied blitz packages, but teams have been able to run against them. David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs, though, managed 65 yards on 20 carries with a long of 11 yards.

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell said he was confident in the team’s preparation ahead of their NFC North showdown against the Minnesota Vikings.

Detroit currently sits with a 5-2 record and is in a battle with the Green Bay Packers for first-place in the division. Detroit's next three opponents are the Vikings, Commanders and Eagles.

Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph is expected to miss a second consecutive game due to a lingering bone bruise. Cornerback Terrion Arnold is trending towards returning from a shoulder injury for the game against the Vikings. Left tackle Taylor Decker is recovering from a shoulder issue but is expected to be available.

Brad Holmes has made moves at the past 3 NFL trade deadlines, including dealing for Za'Darius Smith last fall. But don't expect a big move.

Dan Campbell doesn't expect the Lions to be active as Tuesday's trade deadline approaches, but he didn't totally rule out the possibility of a move.

Dan Campbell discusses the Lions’ mindset for November and how Detroit plans to contain J.J. McCarthy and the Vikings’ offense.

Aidan Hutchinson earned a four-year, $180 million contract extension on Wednesday, tying him to the Lions through the 2030 season. The defensive star got his pay day, that's for sure.