Updated October 12, 2026
Detroit’s most recently confirmed result is a 32-26 loss at the Carolina Panthers on October 4, which dropped the Lions to 2-2 heading into Week 5 at Arizona. Detroit played the Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on October 11, but no official final score had been posted through the Lions’ game center or major outlets at the time of this update. Check the team’s official schedule for the confirmed Lions vs. Cardinals result before relying on any record below.
Detroit Lions Latest Game: Result at Carolina
The Lions fell to the Panthers 32-26 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte on October 4, their second loss in four games. Detroit out-gained Carolina 452 yards to 445, but the Panthers converted 28 first downs against a defense that struggled on third down, according to the Lions’ official recap. The loss left Detroit at 2-2 through four weeks.
How the Game Unfolded
Detroit trailed most of the afternoon as Carolina’s offense moved the ball at will. Bryce Young found Tetairoa McMillan for two touchdowns among his 14 catches, and Chuba Hubbard added two rushing scores on 122 yards, giving the Panthers enough cushion to hold on. Jared Goff kept Detroit within reach, hitting Sam LaPorta for an eight-yard touchdown late in the fourth quarter to cut the gap.
Detroit got the ball back needing one more stop and one more score. A fourth-and-13 conversion attempt came up short, and that play ended the comeback bid, per the team’s recap of the Lions vs. Panthers score.
Key Performers and Box Score Numbers
Goff threw for 412 yards, more than any Lions quarterback has managed this season, though the yardage came without a matching edge in points.
| Player | Team | Stat Line |
| Jared Goff | Lions | 32/52, 412 yds, 1 TD, 0 INT |
| Jameson Williams | Lions | 6 catches, 102 yds |
| Jake Bates | Lions | 4/4 FG, 2/2 PAT |
| Bryce Young | Panthers | 29/41, 329 yds, 2 TD, 0 INT |
| Tetairoa McMillan | Panthers | 14 catches, 192 yds, 2 TD |
| Chuba Hubbard | Panthers | 20 carries, 122 yds, 2 TD |
Detroit’s passing attack produced yardage but not enough scoring. Carolina’s receivers and backfield each found the end zone twice, and that made the difference.
Detroit Lions Record and Season Context
Detroit carried a 2-2 record into Week 5, with wins over the New Orleans Saints and New York Jets and losses to the Buffalo Bills and Carolina Panthers, per the team’s official 2026 schedule. That record changes once the Arizona result is confirmed, and Detroit’s spot in the NFC North depends on how Green Bay, Minnesota and Chicago fared in their own Week 5 games. Check the league standings page for the current division picture rather than treating any figure here as final.
When and Where Is the Lions’ Next Game
Detroit has a bye in Week 6, meaning no game the weekend of October 18. The Lions return in Week 7 against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, October 25, at 4:25 p.m. Eastern at Ford Field, with FOX carrying the broadcast, according to the official schedule. That gives Detroit extra time to adjust after a four-game sprint to open the season.
| Week | Date | Matchup | Venue | Result / Time |
| 4 | Oct. 4 | at Panthers | Bank of America Stadium | Final: CAR 32, DET 26 |
| 5 | Oct. 11 | at Cardinals | State Farm Stadium | Played; final pending confirmation |
| 6 | Oct. 18 | Bye | N/A | No game |
| 7 | Oct. 25 | vs. Packers | Ford Field | 4:25 p.m. EDT, FOX |
See Detroit Weekly News’ full Detroit Lions 2026 schedule tracker for every remaining matchup and kickoff time.
How to Watch or Follow
For live scores, injuries, and ticket information, the Lions’ official game center and NFL.com post real-time updates during games and publish box scores shortly after the final whistle. Broadcast details can shift closer to kickoff, so confirm the network and start time for the Green Bay game on the official schedule rather than an older listing.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Detroit Lions’ Latest Game
What was Detroit’s latest confirmed score?
Detroit’s last fully confirmed result is a 32-26 loss at Carolina on October 4, which put the Lions at 2-2. Check the Lions’ official game center for the Arizona score once it posts.
What is the Lions’ current record?
Detroit was 2-2 heading into Week 5 at Arizona. That result was not verified through official sources at the time of this update, so treat any record beyond 2-2 as unconfirmed until checked against the team’s schedule page.
When is the Lions’ next game?
After a Week 6 bye, the Lions host the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, October 25, at 4:25 p.m. Eastern.
Where is the Lions’ next game played?
The Packers game is at Ford Field in Detroit, and it airs on FOX.
Is there a Lions game during Week 6?
No. Week 6, the weekend of October 18, is a scheduled bye for Detroit.
How can fans check tickets or live scores?
Detroit sits at 2-2 with a confirmed loss at Carolina, an Arizona result still working its way through official channels, and a bye week before a home date with Green Bay. Fans wanting the Week 5 final or any schedule change should check the Lions’ official game center directly, since that’s the fastest place those details get updated.
Bottom Line
Detroit sits at 2-2 with a confirmed loss at Carolina, an Arizona result still working its way through official channels, and a bye week before a home date with Green Bay. Fans wanting the Week 5 final or any schedule change should check the Lions’ official game center directly, since that’s the fastest place those details get updated.
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