{
  "id": 17204083,
  "title": "Lions' DJ Wonnum named NFC Special Teams Player of the Week",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/lions-dj-wonnum-named-nfc-special-teams-player-of-the-week",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-30T09:16:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/lions-dj-wonnum-named-nfc-091641956.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Detroit Lions EDGE DJ Wonnum has been honored as the Week 7 NFC Special Teams Player of the Week after delivering a game-saving block in a crucial matchup against the Green Bay Packers. On Sunday, October 26, Wonnum's fingertip block thwarted a potential go-ahead field goal for Green Bay with 3:25 remaining in the fourth quarter, enabling the Lions to maintain a 20-17 lead and ultimately secure victory with a 22-yard field goal by Jake Bates as the clock ticked down.\n\nThe 6-foot-5, 262-pounder showcased his versatility by contributing not only to the game-winning block but also tallying two tackles, raising his season total to 12 (7 solo, 5 assisted), and amassing five sacks in just six games. This marks Wonnum's first career Player of the Week award, underscoring his significant impact on the Lions' special teams unit.\n\nAs the NFC North-leading Minnesota Vikings (6-0) gear up to face the Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, November 1, at 1 p.m. ET on FOX, the Lions are eager to witness Wonnum's continued prowess on the field. For comprehensive Lions updates, follow TheLionsWire on X, and don't forget to like their Facebook page. Additionally, keep up with Scout's coverage via X, @SpringgateNews.",
  "summary": "Lions EDGE DJ Wonnum was named NFC Special Teams Player of the Week.",
  "key_points": [
    "DJ Wonnum named NFC Special Teams Player of the Week for Week 7.",
    "Block thwarted Green Bay's go-ahead field goal in Week 7 game.",
    "Wonnum's season total includes 12 tackles and five sacks in six games."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Wonnum’s defensive versatility and timely special teams play provide the Lions with a critical edge in high-stakes divisional matchups as they prepare for their upcoming battle against Minnesota.",
  "illustration": null,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}