The Detroit Lions odds increase to make the NFC playoffs increase, if they are able to secure a Week 16 victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Odds increase of Dan Campbell's squad making the playoffs to 55% with a win, and dip to only 19% with a loss.

Well, it means Lions fans should be rooting for the Packers to sweep the Bears and beat them again in two weeks to bolster their playoff odds.

Here's a look at the Lions' first practice report for Detroit's upcoming showdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

With a 10-4 record, the Bears enter Saturday night’s showdown with the Packers (9-4-1) at Soldier Field a half game ahead of Green Bay atop the NFC North. They can clinch a playoff spot this weekend w

The Detroit Lions have a 7-5 record and are third in the NFC North, while Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears are 9-3 and on top.

In many ways, the Chicago Bears have already had a dream first season under coach Ben Johnson in 2025. They've won 10 games for the first time since 2018, and are really close to clinching their first playoff berth since 2020. They could end the 2025 season as NFC North champions, too.

Bears HC Ben Johnson was highly complimentary of center Drew Dalman and how he has turned around the team's offense this year.

The Detroit Lions have zero room for error going into their game on Sunday, December 21, against the Pittsburgh Steelers.