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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 16

Lions Minicamp Primer: Roster Battles, Rising Rookies, Players to Watch

The Detroit Lions begin mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. Over the next two days, the Lions will conduct workouts that will give the coaching staff one last look at the roster before their summer break.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 15

Detroit Lions Isaac TeSlaa Shares Key To Working With Jared Goff

Detroit Lions second-year wideout Isaac TeSlaa wants to build off of the success he had throughout his rookie season in the National Football League. The 2025 third-round pick has become well-known for his acrobatic catches early in his career.

Derrick Barnes News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 15

Lions' LB Derrick Barnes: 15th Ranked Player Seeks Better 2026 Season

The Detroit Lions lost a veteran leader at the linebacker position, but return a pair of important leaders that will help steady the group in 2026. One of those players is Derrick Barnes, who is entering his sixth season as a pro.

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The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

Some of the greatest players in NFL history have graced the cover of "Madden." How many of these players can you name in five minutes?

The 'Offensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most career passing touchdowns' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 15

Detroit Lions Kelvin Sheppard Reveals Defensive Change Is Coming

The Detroit Lions could have some schematic changes coming to their defense in Kelvin Sheppard's second season as coordinator. Last year, the Lions had some ups and downs defensively.

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Dan Campbell News / Total Apex Sports / June 15

Detroit Lions Dan Campbell Praises Undrafted Rookie After Week Of OTAs

The Detroit Lions’ defensive end competition is one of the most crowded position battles on the roster, but an unexpected name is already generating buzz, Anthony Lucas, the undrafted rookie who’s turning heads before pads have even come on.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 15

Detroit Lions Coaches Share Early Impressions of 2026 Defensive Ends

The Detroit Lions have reloaded their group of defensive ends ahead of the 2026 season. With some departures to account for, the Lions have paired returning star Aidan Hutchinson with newcomers such as D.J.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 15

5 UFL players that the Detroit Lions could be looking to add before training camp, including the Defensive Player of the Year

Detroit Lions could dip into the UFL again. With the season over, five standout players emerge as potential training camp targets — including the league’s Defensive Player of the Year.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 15

10 Players to Watch at Detroit Lions 2026 Mandatory Minicamp

The Detroit Lions will conclude their offseason program this week with two days of mandatory minicamp. Detroit has finished up organized team activities, and will now conduct two more practices before sending players out to rest up and prepare for training camp.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 15

5 things we’re looking to learn at Detroit Lions mandatory minicamp

Detroit Lions minicamp is the final checkpoint of the offseason. Five key things to watch this week could quietly reveal how Detroit is really shaping its 2026 roster before camp arrives One last stop for the Detroit Lions before the dead zone begins, and we have to wait until late July for things to get cooking again when training camp starts.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 15

Detroit Lions’ path back to a dominant offensive line is clearer than expected

Detroit Lions offensive line has a real shot. The context behind last year’s sack numbers—and what’s changed since—points to a potential return to elite, top-five form in 2026.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 15

The Detroit Lions’ best and worst contracts going into the 2026 season

Detroit Lions’ best and worst contracts heading into 2026. From a massive team-friendly extension to a roster where “worst deal” is hard to even define, Detroit’s cap situation says a lot about how this roster was built.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 14

Explaining Detroit Lions’ Cap Situation Entering Minicamp

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes has built one of the NFL’s very best rosters largely without breaking the bank. Headed into the 2026 campaign, the Lions will possess $18,540,257 in available cap space, ranking 17th among the league’s 32 franchises.

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The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

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The 'Youngest 30-point NBA Finals games' quiz

Frank Ragnow News / A to Z Sports / June 14

Former Lions center and avid fisherman Frank Ragnow recommends the best lake to fish in Michigan

Detroit Lions former center Frank Ragnow has a go-to fishing spot. The avid outdoorsman says one Michigan lake stands above the rest, and it’s a lot closer to home than people realize.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 14

Detroit Lions 2026 Rookie Progress Report After OTAs

The Detroit Lions 2026 rookie class did not have the benefit of a rookie minicamp this year, but the seven-member group have used meetings and time on the field to acclimate to playing at the next level.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / June 13

Analyst's ranking shows Jared Goff still has something to prove

Analyst's ranking shows Lions QB Jared Goff still has something to prove

The Detroit Lions and quarterback Jared Goff are heading into another season trying to get to the big game. In a few short years, they've gone from the laughingstock of the NFL to true contenders.

Did the Detroit Lions miss a critical opportunity to bolster defense?

Lions linked to surprise reunion with former fan favorite

Bears QB Caleb Williams' eyebrow-raising comments should put NFL on notice

2026 NFL make-or-break team: One player under pressure from every franchise

The 'QBs and coaches from the 1991 NFL playoff teams' quiz

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 13

Frank Ragnow weighs in on the Lions moving Penei Sewell to left tackle

Frank Ragnow weighs in on Penei Sewell’s move. The former Lions center breaks down the challenge of switching sides on the offensive line — and why it might not matter when you’re talking about a player like Sewell.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 13

The Lions may have turned a one-game emergency into a possible full-time plan for 2026

Detroit Lions may be expanding a late-season experiment. What started as a one-game emergency is quietly turning into something more, with a potential new role taking shape as training camp approaches.

Frank Ragnow News / Pro Football Rumors / June 12

C Frank Ragnow Staying Retired After Failed Comeback

A little over a year ago, Lions center Frank Ragnow made one of the hardest decisions an NFL player can make, opting to hang up his cleats before the age of 30 for the sake of his health.

Brian Branch News / HITC / June 12

Brian Branch’s recovery timeline sends shockwaves through the Lions’ playoff hopes

Brian Branch has been making steady progress in his rehab, and this week, there was another update from the Lions that offered some encouragement. Head coach Dan Campbell said Branch hasn’t had any setbacks as he works back from the torn Achilles he suffered last December.