Lions, Cardinals Set for Week 5 Matchup

The 2-2 Detroit Lions visit the 1-3 Arizona Cardinals in Week 5, with both teams seeking to reverse defensive struggles: Detroit is allowing about 32 points per game, while Arizona has surrendered at least 31 in each of its three straight losses. Detroit’s high-powered offense, led by Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs and Amon-Ra St. Brown, has been productive, but the Lions will need their defense to contain Arizona’s weapons, including tight end Trey McBride and rookie running back Jeremiyah Love. The Cardinals’ defense has struggled to stop both the pass and opposing scoring drives, while injuries to left tackle Paris Johnson Jr. and other offensive linemen could leave Jacoby Brissett under pressure. Detroit may also be without starting safeties Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph. Coaches from both teams have emphasized improvement without panic, and the matchup presents each side an urgent chance to steady its season.