Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown passes Justin Jefferson on all-time NFL list
The Detroit Lions' win streak came to an end on Sunday, as they saw their four-game undefeated run get snapped in a 30-17 loss on the road at the hands of the reigning AFC champions Kansas City Chiefs.
It was a tough battle for Detroit, which struggled to keep up with the Chiefs' offense. That being said, the Lions had their moments on that side of the field as well. Wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown even inched closer to the top of an all-time NFL list when he collected a total of 45 receiving yards on nine catches and 10 targets.
While it was the fewest receiving yards he had in a game since Week 1's 27-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, his receptions were more than enough to get him past Minnesota Vikings superstar wideout Justin Jefferson for the second-most games with at least eight catches in a player's first five seasons in the league, according to NFL+.
St. Brown, a fourth-round pick by the Lions in 2021, had been on a roll prior to the meeting with the Chiefs. He had 362 receiving yards and six touchdowns on 31 receptions over a four-game stretch. He should continue to be a rock downfield for the Lions' Jared Goff-led passing attack despite a relatively underwhelming production against Kansas City.
So far in the 2025 NFL season, the former USC Trojans star wide receiver has 452 receiving yards and six touchdowns on 44 catches through six games.
Meanwhile, Jameson Williams led the Lions in the Chiefs game with 66 receiving yards to go with a touchdown on six receptions and seven targets. Sam LaPorta had 55 receiving yards and a score as well on five receptions and six targets for Detroit, which produced 297 total yards. Conversely, the Chiefs racked up 355 total yards.
With the Packers taking care of business on Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals to improve to 3-1-1 and the Lions losing to the Chiefs, Detroit has dropped to second place in the NFC North division standings with a 4-2 record.
St. Brown and the Lions can bounce back in Week 7, when they host the surging Tampa Bay Buccaneers of Baker Mayfield at Ford Field in Detroit.
BREAKING: Rams Make Key Roster Moves as Playoff Push Intensifies: “Baby Gronk” and Derion Kendrick Join the Team
Los Angeles, CA – November 27, 2025
In a day filled with significant moves, the Los Angeles Rams have bolstered their roster ahead of a critical stretch in their season. Head coach Sean McVay, known for his strategic decision-making, has brought in veteran tight end Nick Vannett—affectionately known as “Baby Gronk”—and reacquired cornerback Derion Kendrick, making these key roster shifts in response to a series of injuries that have threatened the team’s depth.
The Rams were awarded Kendrick, a cornerback they originally drafted in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, after the Seattle Seahawks waived him. Kendrick, 25, was waived by the Rams at the end of the preseason, only to find his way back to Los Angeles after a solid 2025 campaign with Seattle. This season, Kendrick has played in 10 games, recording 7 total tackles, 5 pass deflections, and 2 interceptions. His versatility, with the ability to play both inside and outside, is expected to be crucial as the Rams deal with injuries to multiple defensive backs.
Kendrick’s addition is especially timely after the Rams were forced to place starting cornerback Roger McCreary on injured reserve due to a groin issue. McVay called the injury a "bummer," especially considering the Rams had already lost safety Quentin Lake to a dislocated elbow earlier in the season. The loss of McCreary, acquired at the trade deadline, further thins the Rams' secondary, making Kendrick’s return all the more significant. McVay expressed confidence that Kendrick’s familiarity with the system and game experience would prove vital.
“I feel fortunate that guys we’re asking to step up are people who understand what’s going on, have real game experience, and that means a lot this time of year,” McVay said.
The Rams’ tight end position also received a boost with the signing of Vannett, who has been a reliable option throughout his career. Vannett, 32, was with the Minnesota Vikings' practice squad before Los Angeles added him to their active roster. Known as "Baby Gronk" due to his physical style of play, Vannett brings veteran leadership to a position hit hard by injury. Tyler Higbee, the team’s primary tight end, was recently placed on injured reserve due to an ankle injury, and he is expected to miss at least three games. Vannett, a third-round pick of the Seattle Seahawks in 2016, has caught 108 passes for 1,012 yards and 9 touchdowns in his career, making him a solid addition to a Rams offense that has struggled to maintain consistency at the tight end spot this season.
These moves come as the Rams are heading into their Week 13 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. With the playoff race intensifying, McVay is focused on adding depth to a roster that has been decimated by injuries but still has a fighting chance at postseason play. In addition to Kendrick and Vannett, the Rams also welcomed back cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon and wide receiver Tutu Atwell, both of whom have been on injured reserve for over a month. Witherspoon, who broke his collarbone in Week 2, and Atwell, who suffered a hamstring injury in Week 7, will provide much-needed reinforcement in the secondary and at wide receiver.
As McVay continues to manage an injury-riddled roster, he remains optimistic about the team’s depth, citing the return of experienced players like Witherspoon and Atwell as a key factor in the Rams’ postseason aspirations.
“This is the time of year where guys are stepping up, and we need everyone ready to contribute,” McVay said.
With injuries continuing to challenge the Rams, the acquisition of Vannett and Kendrick, along with the return of key veterans, highlights McVay’s commitment to making a deep playoff run. The Rams will need all the help they can get as they enter the final stretch of the season, and these strategic roster moves may be just what they need to keep their postseason hopes alive.
As the Rams look to keep their playoff dreams intact, McVay’s confidence in his roster’s ability to step up during critical moments will be tested in the coming weeks. The team’s depth will undoubtedly be put to the test, and these additions represent the Rams’ effort to continue competing at a high level, despite the adversity they’ve faced this season.
