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Detroit Lions vs Atlanta Falcons: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Detroit Lions (6-2) visit the Atlanta Falcons (3-6) on Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA. TV: CBS. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Atlanta Falcons vs Detroit Lions.

NFLSunday, December 6, 2026

Detroit Lions6-2

1:00 PM ETDec 6, 2026

Atlanta Falcons3-6

DateDec 6, 2026

Time1:00 PM ET

VenueMercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA

TVCBS

Team comparison

Detroit LionsAtlanta Falcons

Points per game

27.8

20.9

Points allowed per game

23.6

24.8

6-2Record3-6

2nd in NFC NorthStanding3rd in NFC South

2-2Road record / home record1-4

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W4StreakL2

Team stats

Detroit LionsAtlanta Falcons

Points Per Game

27.8

20.9

Total Yards

395.9

333.4

Yards Passing

268.1

196.2

Yards Rushing

127.8

137.2

Points Allowed Per Game

23.6

24.8

Yards Allowed

377.3

360.0

Pass Yards Allowed

283.1

241.2

Rush Yards Allowed

94.1

118.8

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Detroit Lions

Kerby Joseph S · Knee - Not Specified

Out

DJ Wonnum LB · Concussion - Concussion

Questionable

D.J. Reed CB · Hip - Not Specified

Questionable

Jacob Saylors RB · Neck - Not Specified

Questionable

Cade Mays C · Ankle - Sprain

Questionable

Atlanta Falcons

Zachariah Branch WR · Hamstring - Not Specified

Doubtful

Cameron Williams OL · Ankle - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Brian Robinson Jr. RB · Hamstring - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Samson Ebukam DE · Hamstring - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Anterio Thompson DT · Undisclosed - Not Specified

Out

Recent form

Detroit LionsWWWWL

Nov 8, 2026 · at Miami DolphinsW 19-9

Nov 1, 2026 · vs Minnesota VikingsW 19-15

Oct 25, 2026 · vs Green Bay PackersW 20-17

Oct 11, 2026 · at Arizona CardinalsW 45-21

Oct 4, 2026 · at Carolina PanthersL 26-32

Atlanta FalconsLLWLL

Nov 8, 2026 · vs Cincinnati BengalsL 17-34

Nov 1, 2026 · at Tampa Bay BuccaneersL 0-16

Oct 25, 2026 · vs San Francisco 49ersW 29-20

Oct 18, 2026 · vs Chicago BearsL 23-31

Oct 11, 2026 · vs Baltimore RavensL 23-30

Team pages

Detroit Lions
Schedule, roster and stats

Atlanta Falcons
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Detroit Lions vs Atlanta Falcons?

The game is on Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA.

How can I watch Detroit Lions vs Atlanta Falcons?

TV: CBS.

What are the records of the Detroit Lions and Atlanta Falcons?

Detroit Lions: 6-2. Atlanta Falcons: 3-6.

Who is injured for Detroit Lions vs Atlanta Falcons?

Listed out or doubtful: Detroit Lions: Kerby Joseph. Atlanta Falcons: Zachariah Branch, Cameron Williams, Brian Robinson Jr., Samson Ebukam. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Detroit Lions vs Atlanta Falcons played?

Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA.

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