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Detroit Lions Sign WR Tom Kennedy, Add DB to Practice Squad

Tom Kennedy is back in action for the Detroit Lions. The team signed Kennedy to the active roster, putting them at the 53-man limit ahead of Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints.

Dan Campbell News / EssentiallySports / September 10

'Whipped Me In Front of Everybody': Dan Campbell Reveals Harrowing Childhood Incident That Took Him Away from Baseball

Before Dan Campbell became known as the Detroit Lions head coach for his gritty philosophy, he was just a boy named Boone living on a ranch in Texas. Raised by his parents, Larry and Betty Campbell, he was taught from a young age not to “half-a-s” anything he did.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 10

Lions Sign WR Tom Kennedy To Active Roster

The Detroit Lions announced they have signed WR Tom Kennedy from the practice squad to the active roster. The Lions also announced they have signed DB Natrone Brooks to the practice squad.

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Jameson Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 10

Lions’ Jameson Williams stuns fans with new look he pulled off all himself right before Week 1

Sure, the Detroit Lions are going to feed Jahmyr Gibbs this season. But Jameson Williams believes the whole offense will be unstoppable. And Williams stunned fans with a new look he pulled off right before Week 1, according to a post on X by Eric Woodyard.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 10

Spot the Ball: 10 Thoughts Ahead of Detroit Lions 2026 Season Opener

The Detroit Lions play their first game of the regular season Sunday. After a long offseason and a renewed focus from the organization, the Lions will finally take the turf at Ford Field with a chance to go 1-0 against the New Orleans Saints.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 10

NFL Quarterback Rankings Have Drake Maye Over Jared Goff

The initial NFL.com quarterback rankings look quite silly, given how quarterback Drake Maye played against the Seattle Seahawks. Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff came in ranked at No.

NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 10

Lions Make Move for Explosive RB Before Saints Game

The Detroit Lions have kept running back Jabari Small in the building, waiving him off the 53-man roster on Sept. 2 and adding him back to the practice squad four days later as they prepare for Sunday’s season opener against the New Orleans Saints at Ford Field.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 10

Lions Feel Secondary In 'Best Position' Since Key Players Were Injured

The Detroit Lions are entering the 2026 season with hopes the pieces put together in the secondary can exceed expectations. Dan Campbell understands being without safeties Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph early in the season is not ideal, but believes the front office has done a stellar job of adding veteran talent who can execute at a high level.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 10

Detroit Lions 2026 award predictions: My MVP pick is easy, but the breakout player might surprise you

Some Lions award picks practically made themselves. Others require betting on young players taking much bigger roles than anyone expects in 2026. The Detroit Lions kick off their 2026 season against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, and before the action starts, it’s time to hand out some preseason superlatives.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 10

Odds Lions Beat Saints in Week 1

The Detroit Lions will square off with the New Orleans Saints in their regular season opener Sunday at 1 p.m. at Ford Field. The Lions, coming off a disappointing 9-8 campaign and last-place finish in the NFC North, will attempt to return to the playoffs in 2026.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 10

What to Know About Detroit Lions Official Against Saints

The officiating crew for the Detroit Lions' 2026 regular season opener has been revealed. Alan Eck will be the referee for Sunday's game, which will open the campaign for Dan Campbell's team.

Jared Goff News / Athlon Sports / September 9

A Bold Ranking Worries the Lions Have No Real Plan Behind an Aging Jared Goff

The Detroit Lions have a few new starters on both sides of the ball in 2026, but the team’s core pieces remain on the roster and are playing at a high level, especially quarterback Jared Goff.