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The Chicago Bears fell hard to the Baltimore Ravens, and former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson isn't pleased.
According to a study by Sportico, the Lions, who won 15 games last season, averaged 22.65 million viewers during the 2024 season. That ranked as the highest average viewership in the entire NFL. As the Lions kept winning, more viewers tuned in to watch what was potentially becoming a special season.
Detroit Lions don't have any 3rd-round picks in 2026 after trading up for Isaac TeSlaa, but they could receive a compensatory pick later in the draft.
DETROIT -- The Detroit Lions signed defensive end Aidan Hutchinson to a four-year contract extension worth $180 million that includes $141 million guaranteed on Wednesday.
As the Bears continue to surge, one former NFL coach had words for Chicago and Ben Johnson before their tilt with the Ravens.
The matchup between the two kickers could have a defining role in Sunday's game. Vikings kicker Will Reichard has made 14-of-16 kicks, with a 5-of-7 clip from 50 yards and beyond. Meanwhile, Lions kicker Jake Bates is 8-of-11 with a 2-of-5 mark from 50-plus.