# Lions Defense Tested Without Star Safeties | Detroit Lions News

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Podcast: [Detroit Lions News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/detroit-lions-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7433801)
Published: 2026-09-05T16:24:24+00:00
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The Detroit Lions face a major defensive crisis as both starting safeties, Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph, miss the season opener due to injury. With their secondary’s backbone gone, GM Brad Holmes turned to veteran Chuck Clark for leadership and stability, while Christian Izien brings aggressive versatility to fill Branch’s role. Defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard must adapt by shifting to more coverage-heavy schemes and relying on the pass rush to disrupt plays. The team’s success hinges on depth and culture—not replacing playmakers, but preventing big plays. This early-season test reveals whether Detroit’s organizational resilience can carry them through until key players return. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d8a30be2cbd2c5d1

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