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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

One Player That Has To Show Up at Detroit Lions Minicamp

The Detroit Lions just completed their final week of organized team activities. And now they’re tasked with getting ready for mandatory minicamp, one of the last chances for players to leave a good impression on the coaching staff before they depart for the summer.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 14

Roundtable: Lions 2026 Minicamp Preview

The Detroit Lions On SI staff takes a look at the week ahead as the Lions get ready for mandatory minicamp. 1. What was your biggest takeaway from three weeks of OTAs?

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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 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 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.

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 / Detroit Lions on SI / June 14

Biggest Position Battle That Will Define 2026 Detroit Lions Minicamp

The Detroit Lions are entering the final stretch of their offseason workout program. After three rounds of organized team activities, the Lions will embark on a two-day mandatory minicamp to finish their slate before breaking for the summer.

Terrion Arnold News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 13

CB Terrion Arnold: Can Lions 16th Ranked Player Live Up To Expectations?

The Detroit Lions are hoping for a breakout from cornerback Terrion Arnold in his third NFL season. A first-round pick that the Lions traded up to get in 2024, Arnold has struggled out of the gate in his first two seasons.

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 / Detroit Lions on SI / June 13

How OTAs Changed Detroit Lions 2026 Safety Depth Chart

The Detroit Lions have been busy with making additions to their secondary throughout the offseason. When healthy, the Lions feature one of the NFL's safety tandems in Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch.

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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 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 / Detroit Lions on SI / June 13

Detroit Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard Is 'Much More Comfortable' In Year Two

Kelvin Sheppard is entering his second season as Detroit Lions defensive coordinator in 2026, and there’s no doubt he’s grown much more comfortable in his role.

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The '6+ three-pointer NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest 30-point NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Giovanni Manu News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 13

Burning Question: Can Detroit Lions OL Giovanni Manu Succeed at Guard?

During the 2024 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions made waves when they parted ways with a future third-round pick to move up in the fourth round and select Giovanni Manu.

Detroit Lions News / Bleacher Report / June 13

Watch: Jared Goff winning it for Speed’s dad

Jared Goff News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 13

Popular Streamer Delivers SB Message To Jared Goff at World Cup

The United States mens national soccer team kicked off their World Cup hopes with a dominant 4-1 victory against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium. In attendance were many celebrities, athletes and popular internet streamers.

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.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 12

Lions CB Took Extra Measures To Help Heal Injured Hamstring

In 2025, the Detroit Lions were expected to be a force in the league. Their defensive backs room was called a strength, and the free-agent acquisition of D.J.

Malcolm Rodriguez News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 12

Malcolm Rodriguez Is Hungry, Healthy, Ready To Earn Starting Job

Fifth-year pro Malcolm Rodriguez will enter training camp as the favorite to win the starting WILL linebacker job. It marks the first time in his NFL

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.

Frank Ragnow News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 12

Former Lions C Frank Ragnow Says Playing Days Are Officially Over

Former Lions C Frank Ragnow came out of retirement in November 2025 but wound up failing his physical the same week and never returned to Detroit. When