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Updated Tue, Oct 27 · 12:41 PM ET

NFL Week 8 betting odds: Lines and totals for every game

A look at the odds, spreads, totals and FPI predictions for every NFL game in Week 8.

Oct 27, 11:06 AM ET · ESPN ESPN

Seven things Solak thinks entering NFL Week 8: WR trade for Chiefs? Goff for MVP?

Get ready for Week 8 with takes on the Chiefs' trade deadline plan, Jared Goff's sneaky season, Kevin Stefanski's Coach of the Year case and the Ravens' struggling defense.

Oct 27, 11:31 AM ET · Ben Solak ESPN

NFL Power Rankings: How all 32 teams stack up for Week 8, plus offseason adds

How does every NFL team stack up heading into Week 8? We made our 1-32 list and picked the best offseason addition -- coach or player -- for every team.

Oct 27, 10:24 AM ET · NFL Nation ESPN

Jay-Z's road to the Super Bowl: Were the clues there all along?

With Hov headed to SoFi Stadium's halftime stage in Los Angeles, we revisit the breadcrumbs that might have pointed us there.

Oct 26, 11:06 PM ET · Brianna Williams ESPN

Steelers Aaron Rodgers, QB room lead NFL Week 7's best arrivals

NFL stars continue to turn game-day arrivals into their own weekly fashion showcase.

Oct 26, 6:50 PM ET · Cameron Wolfe ESPN

Early bets for NFL Week 8: Two games we're jumping on before potential odds changes

Which Week 8 lines offered immediate value once odds came out? Here are the early bets we like.

Oct 26, 2:53 PM ET · ESPN ESPN

How active NFL players continue to redefine all-time sack list

Myles Garrett's torrid pace up the all-time sack list paces active players making their moves among the greats.

Oct 26, 4:47 PM ET · Sarah Barshop ESPN

Does Jared Goff belong in the MVP conversation?

Does Jared Goff belong in the MVP conversation?

Oct 26, 8:48 AM ET ESPN

2027 NFL draft order projections for Round 1, chances for top pick, more

ESPN's Football Power Index projects the 2027 NFL draft order for Round 1, complete with each team's chances to pick in the top five, in the top 10 and at No. 1.

Oct 26, 6:00 AM ET · ESPN staff ESPN

NFL Week 7: Big takeaways, questions and fantasy spin from Sunday's games

Our NFL Nation reporters react to all the action, answering the biggest questions coming out of each Sunday game. Here's what we learned from Week 7.

Oct 26, 12:29 AM ET · NFL Nation ESPN

Seahawks troll Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce to top NFL Week 7's petty posts

The Seattle Seahawks' petty post at Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs' Travis Kelce leads the way for NFL's Week 7 trolls.

Oct 26, 12:35 AM ET · Anthony Gharib ESPN

Week 7 NFL highlights: Best plays, moments, touchdowns, more

Check here for Sunday's top moments and TDs from J.J. McCarthy, Bucky Irving, Jonathan Taylor, Aaron Rodgers and more.

Oct 26, 12:06 AM ET · NFL Nation ESPN

Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions: Game Highlight

Oct 26, 12:10 AM ET ESPN

NFL Week 7 betting guide: the value bets to make on lines, props and anytime TDs

Our experts dive into the odds and player props for Week 7 and offer their betting tips and favorite plays.

Oct 24, 11:11 PM ET · Ben Solak, Seth Walder, Matt Bowen and Mike Clay ESPN

Packers activate RB Josh Jacobs for 2026 debut

Packers running back Josh Jacobs will make his 2026 season debut against the Lions after spending the first six weeks on the NFL's commissioner exempt list.

Oct 26, 11:39 AM ET · Rob Demovsky ESPN

NFL Week 7 uniforms: Alternates galore as Texans go battle red, Lions all-black

Here's a look at what each NFL team is wearing in Week 7, led by alternate looks from Houston, Detroit and Dallas.

Oct 24, 1:02 PM ET · Anthony Gharib ESPN

NFL Week 7 predictions: Upsets, fantasy sleepers, stat lines, TD scorers, more

Touchdowns for Tucker Kraft and Germie Bernard? Cardinals pull another upset? Revenge game for Trey Hendrickson? Let's predict 15 things for Week 7.

Oct 24, 6:00 AM ET · Matt Bowen, Pamela Maldonado, Eric Moody, Ben Solak and Seth Walder ESPN

NFL Week 7 betting odds: Lines and totals for every game

A look at the odds, spreads, totals and FPI predictions for every NFL game in Week 7.

Oct 23, 2:45 PM ET · ESPN ESPN

Lions' Dan Campbell downplays Sam LaPorta's contract comments

Lions coach Dan Campbell is downplaying comments made by Sam LaPorta about the tight end's displeasure with where contract talks stand with the organization. LaPorta later softened the tone on his comments.

Oct 23, 3:09 PM ET · Eric Woodyard ESPN

Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin out Sunday with shin injury

Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin will miss Sunday's game against the Lions with a shin injury.

Oct 23, 1:03 PM ET · Rob Demovsky ESPN

NFL Week 7 preview: Picks, predictions, schedule, betting odds, fantasy tips

Cowboys at Eagles? Bengals at Ravens? The Steelers and Saints in Paris? There are 13 more games in Week 7, and we have picks, predictions and more for all of them.

Oct 23, 1:32 PM ET · NFL Nation, Pamela Maldonado, Eric Moody and Seth Walder ESPN

Proposing NFL trade deadline offers: Moves for Saquon Barkley, Khalil Mack, more

Saquon Barkley joining a contender? Brian Thomas Jr. headed out west? Khalil Mack and Donte Jackson boosting a defense? Let's build 11 win-win trades.

Oct 22, 10:25 PM ET · Bill Barnwell ESPN

Lions to get DB Brian Branch, C Cade Mays back vs. Packers

The Lions will have both Branch and center Cade Mays for Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers.

Oct 21, 4:32 PM ET · Eric Woodyard ESPN

Sam LaPorta not feeling contract 'love' from Lions ahead of 2027 free agency

Tight end Sam LaPorta, who will be a free agent after the season, expressed some frustration that the Lions are "not showing the love" and indicated he would be OK with playing elsewhere in 2027.

Oct 21, 3:22 PM ET ESPN

NFL Power Rankings: How all 32 teams stack up for Week 7, plus offensive issues

How does every NFL team stack up heading into Week 7? We made our 1-32 list and picked the biggest offensive problem for every team.

Oct 20, 10:42 AM ET · NFL Nation ESPN

49ers WR Mike Evans reps Bay Area with Curry jersey, leads NFL Week 6's arrivals

NFL stars continue to turn game-day arrivals into their own weekly fashion showcase.

Oct 19, 7:19 PM ET · Cameron Wolfe ESPN

Week 6 NFL highlights: Best plays, moments, touchdowns, more

Here's a look at the best plays from Sunday's NFL action in Week 6.

Oct 19, 12:17 AM ET · NFL Nation ESPN

Countdown to Super Bowl LXI: Top-10 lists, projections, rankings, more coverage

The Super Bowl is Feb. 14 on ESPN. We are counting down with all-time lists, predictions and unforgettable moments.

Oct 26, 12:14 PM ET · ESPN staff ESPN

NFL Week 6 betting: Odds, lines and totals for every game

A look at the odds, spreads, totals and FPI predictions for every NFL game in Week 6.

Oct 16, 1:30 PM ET · ESPN ESPN

Ranking all eight NFL divisions this season by strength: NFC North at No. 1?

Why do we have the NFC North at No. 1 in our annual division power ranking -- even ahead of the mighty NFC West? And is the NFC South at the bottom of our list ... again?

Oct 16, 6:38 AM ET · Dan Graziano ESPN

NFL Week 6 preview: Picks, predictions, schedule, betting odds, fantasy tips

Patrick Mahomes vs. Justin Herbert? C.J. Stroud vs. Trevor Lawrence? There are 13 more games in Week 6, and we have picks, predictions and more for all of them.

Oct 17, 9:24 PM ET · NFL Nation, Pamela Maldonado, Eric Moody, Ben Solak and Seth Walder ESPN

NFL Week 6 uniforms: Broncos, Seahawks throw it back in TNF matchup

Here's a look at what each NFL team is wearing in Week 6, led by throwbacks from the Broncos and Seahawks.

Oct 18, 3:52 PM ET · Anthony Gharib ESPN

Which NFL teams have never won a Super Bowl?

Some NFL teams have scored multiple Lombardi trophies, but which franchises have never won the Super Bowl? Check out more information now.

Oct 15, 9:59 AM ET · ESPN ESPN

15 NFL players, coaches on the hot seat entering Week 6: Quinn, McDaniel, others

What now for Mike McDaniel? Should the Commanders or Eagles consider coaching changes? Could Jacoby Brissett or Brian Thomas Jr. get traded?

Oct 15, 12:26 PM ET · Bill Barnwell ESPN

What we've learned about the Detroit Lions after five weeks

At 3-2, Detroit enters its bye having found some much-needed momentum in Arizona. Here is a closer look.

Oct 14, 3:38 PM ET · Eric Woodyard ESPN

Revisiting 2026 preseason bold predictions for 32 NFL teams: Which are on track?

In the preseason, we made bold predictions for every NFL team, from Jordan Love's MVP case to Isaiah Likely's catch total. Which ones are on track? Which seem unlikely?

Oct 14, 9:20 AM ET · Seth Walder ESPN

2026 NFL Power Rankings: How all 32 teams stack up for Week 6

How does every NFL team stack up heading into Week 6? We made our 1-32 list and picked the biggest defensive problem for every team.

Oct 13, 3:01 PM ET · NFL Nation ESPN

NFL Week 5 arrivals: Ravens trio channels early 2000s style ahead of 'SNF'

NFL stars continue to turn game-day arrivals into their own weekly fashion showcase.

Oct 12, 8:14 PM ET · ESPN Staff ESPN

What are NFL overtime rules for regular and postseason play?

Overtime periods can have a pivotal impact on game results. Here are key facts on regular-season and postseason overtime rules in the NFL.

Oct 12, 12:41 PM ET · ESPN ESPN

NFL Week 5: Big takeaways, questions and fantasy spin from Sunday's games

Our NFL Nation reporters react to all the action, answering the biggest questions coming out of each Sunday game. Here's what we learned from Week 5.

Oct 12, 11:52 AM ET · NFL Nation ESPN

Lions RB Gibbs passes Sanders for most NFL TDs before age 25

Jahmyr Gibbs, 24, passed the Detroit legend with his 58th career touchdown as he helped the Lions beat the Cardinals on Sunday.

Oct 11, 10:53 PM ET · Eric Woodyard ESPN

NFL Week 5 predictions: Upsets, fantasy sleepers, stat lines, TD scorers, more

Big performances for Brock Bowers, Travon Walker and Luther Burden III? The Giants pulling an upset? And an under-the-radar RB emerging this week in fantasy?

Oct 10, 6:40 AM ET · Matt Bowen, Pamela Maldonado, Eric Moody, Ben Solak and Seth Walder ESPN

NFL Week 5 preview: Picks, predictions, schedule, betting odds, fantasy tips

Bears vs. Packers? 49ers vs. Seahawks? There are 14 more games in Week 5, and we have picks, predictions and more for all of them.

Oct 9, 7:48 PM ET · NFL Nation, Pamela Maldonado, Eric Moody, Ben Solak and Seth Walder ESPN

NFL Week 5 betting: Odds, lines and totals for every game

A look at the odds, spreads, totals and FPI predictions for every NFL game in Week 5.

Oct 9, 4:10 AM ET · ESPN ESPN

NFL Week 5 uniforms: Packers debut Rivalries look, Patriots wearing throwbacks

Here's a look at what each NFL team is wearing in Week 5, led by the Green Bay Packers debuting their Rivalries look.

Oct 11, 2:34 PM ET · Anthony Gharib ESPN

TE Sam LaPorta says extension talks with Lions at 'stalemate'

Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is currently focused on the 2026 season but acknowledged for the first time after Wednesday's practice that he has broken off contract talks on an extension.

Oct 7, 6:50 PM ET · Eric Woodyard ESPN

Lions news in brief

Updated Tue, Oct 27 · 12:41 PM ET

What is the latest Detroit Lions news?

Top headlines as of October 27, 2026, 16:41 UTC: NFL Week 8 betting odds: Lines and totals for every game (Oct 27); Seven things Solak thinks entering NFL Week 8: WR trade for Chiefs? Goff for MVP? (Oct 27); NFL Power Rankings: How all 32 teams stack up for Week 8, plus offseason adds (Oct 27); Jay-Z's road to the Super Bowl: Were the clues there all along? (Oct 27); Steelers Aaron Rodgers, QB room lead NFL Week 7's best arrivals (Oct 26).

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