The Rams, however, will likely be without Adams on Thursday. Senior reporter Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network provided a crucial update on the six-time Pro Bowler’s status amid his injury. “Rams WR Davante Adams,

Stafford finished 24 of 38 for 368 yards and two touchdowns; Jared Goff went 25-for-41 for 338 yards and three touchdowns.

The coach pointed to the third quarter of the 41-34 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. Matthew Stafford led the Rams to 17 points while the Lions didn't score and a seven-point lead turned into a 10-point deficit.

It was an exciting, well-played half from Dan Campbell's squad, and one which instilled confidence in the Detroit fanbase. Yet, fatigue set in for the undermanned Lions in the second half, and L.A. receivers Davante Adams and Puka Nacua took full advantage.

The Detroit Lions have not won back-to-back games since October, but they likely need to win three straight to make the playoffs.

Amik Robertson underwent an MRI after suffering a hand injury in the fourth quarter of the Detroit Lions' 41-34 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.

ALLEN PARK -- Ever since the season opener against the Green Bay Packers, Dan Campbell has delivered a familiar refrain after every Detroit Lions game, win or lose: there is always something to fix.So it was no shock when, after Sunday’s 41-34 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, Campbell once again hammered home that same message.

If Detroit Lions win the next 2 weeks, they could face a win-and-in playoff scenario in Week 18 season finale against Ben Johnson and Chicago Bears.

The Lions fell to the Rams on Sunday - damaging their playoff chances. NFL Next Gen Stats currently give the Lion a 44 percent chance of making the postseason. Some other playoff odds simulators by ESPN and The Athletic place the Lions chances lower.