Detroit Lions: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 20

Remaining Low Cost NFL Free Agents Who Lions Must Sign

The Detroit Lions have been active in free agency throughout the first week of the new league year. Over the first week, the Lions have spent their efforts adding veteran reinforcements mostly on one-year deals.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / March 20

7-Round Detroit Lions Mock Draft After 2 Weeks Of Free Agency: The 'what would Brad Holmes do' mock

Now that we're two weeks into free agency, the Detroit Lions are probably beginning to wind down on everything they were looking to do on the open market.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 20

Lions EDGE D.J. Wonnum: What I Bring Will Free Hutchinson Up

This offseason, Detroit and Brad Holmes have been hard at work trying to retool a Lions team that fell short of expectations after a record-breaking 2024 season.

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The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to catch at least 100 passes in a single season can you name in five minutes?

The '4,500-yard NFL passers' quiz

The 'Receiving leaders by NFL season' quiz

The 'Active 10-TD rookie seasons' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 20

Mock Draft Roundup: Lions Target Left Tackle of Future

It's time for the 12th Detroit Lions OnSI mock draft roundup for the 2026 NFL Draft. Over the last week, the Lions have prioritized finding their replacement for left tackle Taylor Decker at No.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza's big issue among latest intel

Alabama QB Ty Simpson appears to be tumbling down draft boards

Steelers-Seahawks trade proposal lands Pittsburgh a second first-round pick

2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

Damone Clark News / NHANFL / March 20

Detroit Lions Reload Linebacker Room, Sign Veteran Damone Clark

ALLEN PARK, MICH. — The Detroit Lions didn’t just tweak their roster on Wednesday; they reinforced their defensive engine room. General Manager Brad Holmes inked 25-year-old linebacker Damone Clark to a one-year contract, snatching up a battle-tested veteran to instantly elevate the team’s depth and special teams intensity.

Detroit Lions News / NHANFL / March 19

Lions Must Hunt: Why Edge Rusher is Detroit’s Glaring 2026 Draft Need

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions front office isn’t sleeping, but they aren’t exactly relaxing either. Exactly one week into the 2026 league year, General Manager Brad Holmes has already set the Motor City on fire.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 19

3 Trades That Would Instantly Elevate Detroit Lions

With a majority of the big name free agents off the board, the focus for the Detroit Lions becomes acquiring depth or players that have a plus side as starters.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 19

Rumor: Campbell, Holmes Have 'Definite' Roster Construction Differences

The strategy the Detroit Lions have deployed in free agency this offseason has been debated by many pundits and supporters. With a core group of players that features All-Pro talent on both offense and defense, the free agency strategy has been a little head scratching.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / March 19

The Lions are bringing backf defensive lineman who could have a much bigger role in 2026

I don't know about you guys, but I've been banging this drum since the 2024 season when the Lions claimed him after Thanksgiving. This guy can play, and now that he's grown more, it's time to give him some more time on the field.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

Greg Dortch News / NHANFL / March 19

Lions Strike Deal with Greg Dortch: Detroit Adds Elite Slot Speed for 2026 Title Push

DETROIT, MI — The Detroit Lions secured a significant depth piece for their 2026 Super Bowl pursuit Wednesday. Wide receiver Greg Dortch signed a one-year contract to join Dan Campbell’s squad, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.

Myles Adams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 19

Lions Re-Sign DL Myles Adams

The Detroit Lions announced they have re-signed DL Myles Adams. Adams, 28, wound up going undrafted out of Rice back in April 2020. He later signed a rookie contract with the Panthers but was waived coming out of training camp.

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The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Active multi-TD-catch NFL games' quiz

The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

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The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL season' quiz

Since 1990, 46 NFL running backs have led or tied for the lead in rushing touchdowns on the season. How many of these leaders can you name in five minutes?

Greg Dortch News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 19

Lions Signing Dortch Puts Writing On The Wall For This Second-Year Player

The Detroit Lions have made an addition to their receiving corps, and it could have a ripple effect on their depth. On Wednesday, the Lions signed veteran wide receiver Greg Dortch.

Brad Holmes News / Last Word On Sports / March 19

Did Brad Holmes Make A Free Agency Gamble That Will Cost The Lions?

Overall, Brad Holmes strategically addressed the Lions’ biggest roster gaps in free agency with low-cost acquisitions. However, one move looks like a risky gamble that might end up costing the team.

Isiah Pacheco News / Football Analysis / March 19

Pacheco Rejects Chiefs’ Return Pitch After Walker’s $43.05M Arrival And Heads To Detroit

Free agency opened, and Isiah Pacheco had a decision sitting on the table from the only NFL franchise he’d ever known. Kansas City put an offer in front of their running back during the negotiation window.

Dan Campbell News / NHANFL / March 19

Detroit Lions 2026 Free Agency Grades: Dan Campbell Aggressively Reshapes Roster After Playoff Miss

DETROIT — The honeymoon is officially over. After a staggering 9-8 finish in 2025 that left them watching the playoffs from their couches, the Detroit Lions have spent the last week surgically removing the “complacency” Dan Campbell diagnosed in January.