What happened: Derrick Moore, Anthony Lucas, and Skyler Gill-Howard each recorded a quarterback hit in Detroit's 19-9 win over Miami. The performance marked the second time since 2006 that three Lions rookies achieved the feat in a single game. Lucas notched his hit after being elevated from the practice squad on Nov. 7.
Why it matters: The production reinforces Detroit's defensive front amid a four-game winning streak. At 6-2 through eight games, the Lions hold the No. 6 seed in the NFC playoff race. Developing young pass-rush depth remains critical as Detroit evaluates roster needs ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline.
By the numbers: Gill-Howard has made 11 tackles with 2 sacks in 2026 through 7 games, while Moore has made 5 tackles in 2026 through 7 games. Detroit is 6-2 in 2026 through 8 games.
What to watch: The Lions monitor potential moves ahead of Tuesday's NFL Trade Deadline as they look to protect their positioning in the NFC wild-card race.