Can Detroit Lions beat Pittsburgh Steelers — and longtime nemesis Aaron Rodgers

Lions quarterback Jared Goff calls a play against the Lions on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif. (Katie Chin/AP)

By Dave Hogg | Associated Press

PUBLISHED: December 19, 2025 at 6:00 AM CST

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On paper, the Detroit Lions are strong favorites to beat the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday in a matchup of 8-6 teams with playoff hopes. History points to a different outcome.

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