Detroit Lions: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Brad Holmes News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 14

Why Detroit Lions Changed Up Pre-Draft Process This Year

The Detroit Lions have made a couple of notable adjustments to their NFL pre-draft process this season. General manager Brad Holmes, speaking with local reporters at his pre-draft media session, shared why the team did not schedule a local pro day and why he did not attend the annual owners meeting for the first time in his Lions tenure.

Jack Campbell News / A to Z Sports / April 14

The Lions are on the verge of making a huge mistake with Jack Campbell

On Monday, Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes had his annual pre-draft presser, and he was asked about the possibility of offering both Jahmyr Gibbs and Jack Campbell their fifth-year options.

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The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 14

Detroit Lions Should Offer Tryout to Former EMU Cornerback

The Detroit Lions have an opportunity to reward a football player who took a strong initiative and went viral for standing outside of the Allen Park Performance Center.

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, pass-rusher debate, more

Steelers eyeing small-school standout who could be a hidden gem

Steelers' potential 2026 NFL Draft plans contradict claims about QB Will Howard

Concerns surrounding Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor

Jeremiyah Love hypes fellow Notre Dame RB Jadarian Price ahead of draft

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 14

Do Giants view D.J. Reader as a possible replacement for Dexter Lawrence II?

Are the Giants eyeing a Lawrence replacement?

What will it take for Giants to trade Kayvon Thibodeaux?

Giants reportedly could soon make this Joe Schoen decision

NFL insider predicts how Giants, Dexter Lawrence II trade request saga will end

The '2024-25 Pro Bowl starters' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 14

The Best Second-Round Gems in Lions History: How They Were Found

The Detroit Lions have had some success drafting talents outside of the first-round of the NFL Draft. As this year's Draft draws closer, there's history to be revisited with the team's drafting history on the second day of the event.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 13

No Regrets: Lions GM Does Not Believe Team Ever Reached For Prospect

This offseason, the Detroit Lions faced some additional challenges, as key veterans departed in free agency, including linebacker Alex Anzalone, cornerback Amik Robertson and defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 13

Detroit Lions Do Not Feel Forced to Target OT, DE in 2026 NFL Draft

The Detroit Lions feel comfortable with the free agent additions of defensive end D.J. Wonnum and offensive tackle Larry Borom. General manager Brad Holmes acknowledged during his annual pre-draft media session both are starting caliber players.

D.J. Reader News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 13

Giants Hosted DT D.J. Reader For Visit

Jordan Schultz reports the Giants hosted free agent DT D.J. Reader for a visit on Monday. Reader also recently took a free agent visit with the Ravens.

Detroit Lions News / NFL Analysis Network / April 13

Why the Detroit Lions Could Stick With Best Player Available in the 2026 NFL Draft

The Detroit Lions are approaching the 2026 NFL Draft from a position most franchises struggle to reach — and even fewer know how to handle. They are not rebuilding, but they are not dominant either.

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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.

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

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

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

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Brad Holmes News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 13

Brad Holmes: Media Gets 'Mad At Me' For 'F Them Picks' Attitude

The Detroit Lions and general manager Brad Holmes are willing to be aggressive, but it must be for the right player. Since his tenure began back in 2021, Holmes has often stated that if the coaching staff and front office have strong conviction in any player, then strong efforts are made to add that player to the roster.

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Miami Hurricanes News / Yardbarker / April 13

Lions GM: Club has been aware of concerning Bain incident 'for a while'

Lions GM says club has been aware of concerning Rueben Bain Jr. incident 'for a while'

Shortly after it was reported on Sunday that Bain was involved in a fatal vehicular crash when he was a sophomore in March 2024, Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated shared that NFL teams had been aware of the incident "for a long, long time." On Monday, Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes confirmed the NFC North club is one of the teams referenced by Breer.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 13

Lions bold predictions before 2026 NFL Draft

The Detroit Lions have been aggressive this offseason after finishing 9-8 in 2025. Detroit added several players in NFL free agency, creating depth at almost every position on the roster.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 13

4 under-the-radar linebackers the Detroit Lions can take later in the 2026 NFL Draft and win big with

We know that the Detroit Lions love to go value shopping and that while they’ll probably get some really good players higher in the 2026 NFL Draft, they’ll still want to find some good guys later.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 13

Lions Three-Round NFL Mock Draft: Ideal OT, LB Reinforcements

The Detroit Lions have several needs they could address early in the NFL Draft, and as a result there is plenty of anticipation for what general manager Brad Holmes will do.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 13

The Lions could get a running back, wide receiver, tight end, and fullback by drafting just one player late in the 2026 NFL Draft

Maybe you’ve noticed it before. I keep doing these 7-round Detroit Lions Mock drafts, and I keep drafting the same guy in the seventh round. I know this guy has noticed.