Preview for Detroit Lions @ Carolina Panthers
The Detroit Lions will look to continue their strong start to the 2026 NFL season when they travel to Bank of America Stadium to face the Carolina Panthers on Sunday Night Football.
Detroit have opened the campaign with a 2-1 record behind one of the NFL’s most productive offences, while Carolina are 1-2 and looking to respond after suffering defeat against the Cleveland Browns in Week 3.
The Lions have scored exactly 31 points in each of their three games, but their defence has been considerably less convincing.
The Lions have conceded at least 24 points in every game and enter Week 4 ranked 30th in defensive EPA per play.
Jahmyr Gibbs has been at the centre of their offensive success.
The running back has taken on a genuine bellcow role this season, recording 65 carries for 307 yards and four touchdowns while adding 18 receptions from 21 targets for another 156 yards and two scores.
Gibbs produced his best performance of the season against the New York Jets in Week 3, scoring three touchdowns as Detroit recorded their second win of the campaign.
Carolina return home looking for a response after losing as road favourites against Cleveland.
The Panthers have shown some encouraging signs offensively despite their 1-2 record and enter Week 4 ranked 12th in offensive EPA per play.
Bryce Young and the Carolina offence produced an impressive display against the Chicago Bears in Week 1 but found life considerably more difficult against the Browns.
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