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Roundtable: How To Fix Detroit Lions Offensive Line

1.) What changes must Dan Campbell make in 2026? Christian Booher: I think the Lions may need to re-evaluate their player acquisition process. In the first five offseasons of Brad Holmes' tenure, there has been plenty of retaining their own talent with small exceptions for big contracts.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 4

Several Lions Hit 2025 Contract Incentives

The Detroit Lions season has reached its final game, and as a result some players are either cashing in on incentives or close to doing so. Week 18 is traditionally an opportunity for some players to earn bonus money for the season, as it offers the last opportunity for them to reach incentives in their contracts.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 4

Expert Predictions: Will Detroit Lions Defeat Chicago Bears?

The Detroit Lions (8-8) will take on the Chicago Bears (11-5) in their regular season finale Sunday afternoon. Kickoff for the Week 18 tilt is set for 4:25 p.m.

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Dan Campbell News / Total Apex Sports / January 3

Detroit Lions Dan Campbell Hints At Major Offseason Changes

As the Detroit Lions wrap up a difficult 2025 season, head coach Dan Campbell is signaling that the status quo will not be an option moving forward. In his final press conference of the season, Campbell made it clear that a thorough evaluation is coming, and with it, some necessary adjustments to get the team back on track for 2026.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / January 3

Lions make multiple roster moves ahead of final game, the potential starting right tackle has been identified

The Detroit Lions are about to get on a plane to Chicago to play their final game of the season against the Bears. Now we know who's going to be getting on that plane after the Lions have made a few moves.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 3

Lions Announce Three Week 18 Roster Moves

The Detroit Lions announced Sunday that they’ve made three moves ahead of their season finale against the Bears. The full list includes: Lions placed OL Trystan Colon on injured reserve.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 3

Detroit Lions Elevate Two From Practice Squad, Place OL on IR

The Detroit Lions have officially elevated two players from the practice squad On Saturday afternoon, the team revealed those elevated include tight end Zach Horton and offensive lineman Chris Hubbard.

Isaac TeSlaa News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 3

Isaac TeSlaa Has 'Grown' More Than Any Other Young Lions Player

The Detroit Lions invested draft capital to be able to move up in the 2025 NFL Draft to select wideout Isaac TeSlaa. Dan Campbell, speaking to local reporters, expressed the third-round pick is the young player on the roster who has grown the most this year.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 3

Part 1: What I Have Learned So Far From Lions Quarterback Hunting

The fanbase of the Detroit Lions just absolutely loves their traditional, pocket-passer running their offense. This writer just has never been that attached to the signal-caller.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 3

Mock Draft Roundup: Lions Nab Taylor Decker Replacement

It's time for the inaugural Detroit Lions OnSI mock draft roundup for the 2026 NFL Draft. Over the last week, the Lions have prioritized beefing up their offensive line and the EDGE position at No.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / January 2

Frank Ragnow Expected To Stay Retired; Lions Could Move Tate Ratledge To Center

The Lions’ offensive line suffered a brutal blow when four-time Pro Bowl center Frank Ragnow retired last June. Ragnow hung it up a couple of weeks after his 29th birthday, but five months later, he staged a comeback bid in late November.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 2

Detroit Lions Assistant GM Could Be Coveted This Offseason

The Detroit Lions have a front personnel member that could be coveted by other NFL teams. With the 2025 regular season winding down, teams will begin to make changes, including dismissing their current general managers.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 2

Five Detroit Lions Ruled Out Against Bears

The Detroit Lions have officially ruled out five players against the Chicago Bears. On the injury designation report, right tackle Penei Sewell, defensive tackle Alim McNeill, offensive lineman Trystan Colon, safety Thomas Harper and linebacker Alex Anzalone were ruled out.

Dan Campbell News / Pro Football Rumors / January 2

Dan Campbell Endorses DC Kelvin Sheppard

Despite the regression of the Lions defense under Kelvin Sheppard, head coach Dan Campbell signaled his support for his first-year defensive coordinator this week.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 2

Jared Goff Not Planning to Sit, Even If Penei Sewell Cannot Play

Detroit Lions right tackle Penei Sewell is not trending in the right direction to play against the Chicago Bears. Head coach Dan Campbell is still holding out a little hope the former first-round pick can play, but the odds diminished since he did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday of this week.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 2

Who Holds Edge in Lions-Bears Matchup?

The Detroit Lions have one more opportunity to secure a win in 2025. They won't be participating in the postseason, but they do have the chance to finish with a winning record for the fourth straight year.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / January 2

Two injured Lions players will be returning with huge raises in 2026

The 2025 season is over, and it totally sucks for the Detroit Lions. It feels like the Lions aren't that bad of a team; they just got hit with injuries in some really tough places again.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / January 2

Lions' pending free agent can grab some more cash from Detroit on Sunday with one more sack

It's Week 18, and the Detroit Lions have nothing to play for as a team, but at least one player has something to play for, and that is defensive lineman Roy Lopez.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / January 2