Overview
- Offensive coordinator John Morton said the Lions are not in panic mode, stressing cleaner communication, red-zone efficiency and a sharper run plan.
- Detroit’s reworked offensive line allowed four sacks and the run game averaged 2.1 yards per carry in Green Bay, contributing to just 3.8 yards per play.
- Left tackle Taylor Decker is expected to play despite a shoulder issue, while rookie corner Terrion Arnold returned to practice after leaving Week 1.
- Bears head coach Ben Johnson returns to Ford Field with Chicago at 0-1 after a late loss to Minnesota, as Caleb Williams posted 210 passing yards with two total touchdowns.
- Chicago listed defensive starters Kyler Gordon (hamstring) and Grady Jarrett (knee) as Thursday DNPs, and the team swapped practice-squad cornerbacks by adding Dallis Flowers and releasing Tre Flowers.