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Lions make a bunch of moves ahead of Thanksgiving matchup with Packers with three big returns and a sad goodbye

The Detroit Lions are about to play the biggest game of the season against the Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving, and they need all the help they can get to make sure they're able to topple their NFC North foes and get back into the playoff picture.

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Lions Rule Out Five Players, Announce Flurry of Roster Moves

The Detroit Lions made a series of roster moves ahead of their Thanksgiving showdown with the Green Bay Packers, including the official announcement of a star returning from retirement.

Josh Paschal News / A to Z Sports / November 26

Lions get bad news on edge rusher Josh Paschal, his season is over

The Detroit Lions have been dealing with three big injuries on their defensive line this season. Levi Onwuzurike, Marcus Davenport, and Josh Paschal have been out much of the season.

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Marcus Davenport News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 26

Lions Officially Activate DE Marcus Davenport From IR, Among Other Moves

The Detroit Lions officially activated DE Marcus Davenport and G Miles Frazier from injured reserve on Wednesday. The Lions also waived veteran RB Craig Reynolds.

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The most memorable NFL Thanksgiving game performances

The NFL on Thanksgiving has become one of the great American traditions, dating back to 1920. These are some of the most memorable moments and performances from the Turkey Day games.

Frank Ragnow News / Yardbarker / November 26

Four-time Pro Bowler's un-retirement a boost to ravaged Lions OL

Four-time Pro Bowler's un-retirement a major boost to ravaged Lions OL

A familiar face is coming back to save the Detroit Lions offensive line. Per multiple reports, center Frank Ragnow is coming out of retirement to rejoin the Lions for the stretch run.

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Frank Ragnow News / Field Level Media / November 26

Reports: C Frank Ragnow ends retirement, rejoins Lions

Four-time Pro Bowl center Frank Ragnow is coming out retirement and rejoining the Detroit Lions, multiple media outlets reported on Wednesday. The Lions appeared to confirm the news by posting a picture of Ragnow on its social media sites.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Frank Ragnow News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 26

Lions C Frank Ragnow Coming Out Of Retirement To Return To Detroit

The Detroit Lions announced that longtime C Frank Ragnow is unretiring and will be rejoining the team, as confirmed by Ian Rapoport. Rapoport adds it sounds like Ragnow will be able to play sooner rather than later.

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Aidan Hutchinson News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 26

Can Lions' Aidan Hutchinson Dominate Packers' Offensive Line?

The Detroit Lions' annual Thanksgiving game will carry heavy stakes in the NFC North division. Facing off against the Green Bay Packers, the Lions have the opportunity to get right back in the mix for the division lead with a win.

Jahmyr Gibbs News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 26

Lions RB Earns Another NFC Offensive Player of the Week Award

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs has again been named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week, following an exceptional performance against the New York Giants.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 26

Fact or Fiction: Is Shedeur Sanders Auditioning For Detroit Lions?

The Detroit Lions have invested in quarterback Jared Goff for the foreseeable future. Given the nature of Goff's contract, many pundits are expecting the 31-year-old to restructure his Lions contract, giving the team a significant amount of additional cap space, but would keep the former No.

Dan Campbell News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 26

Exclusive: Former Lions QB warns of potential downfall with Dan Campbell

Rodney Peete feels that the Detroit Lions have a potential problem on their hands. The Lions are annual playoff contenders. They’ve advanced to the postseason in back-to-back years, going to the NFC Championship Game during the 2023 season and clinching the NFC’s No.

Isaac TeSlaa News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 26

Lions Hope to Get Rookie WR More Production

The Detroit Lions have eased rookie Isaac TeSlaa into a role as a wide receiver, with the youngster getting limited action on offense. As a third-round pick, TeSlaa has had a quiet impact in his first year.

NFL News / Field Level Media / November 25

Lions, Packers clash with playoff implications on menu

The Detroit Lions have scored more points than any other NFC team. The Green Bay Packers have allowed the second-fewest points among conference teams. Detroit's annual Thanksgiving Day home game will likely come down to whether its explosive offense can solve Green Bay's stout defense.

Dan Campbell News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 25

Dan Campbell addresses Lions’ nonexistent deep passing game head-on

On Sunday afternoon, the Detroit Lions squeaked out a win over the lowly New York Giants in what was about as uninspiring of a victory as you can have in the NFL.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 25

Lions Cut Three Players Tuesday

The Detroit Lions announced they waived DT Quinton Jefferson, CB Arthur Maulet and CB Nick Whiteside. They also re-signed S Erick Hallett to the practice squad. Maulet, 32, wound up signing a three-year, $1.66 million contract with the Saints as an undrafted free agent out of Memphis back in 2017.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / November 25

Dan Campbell explains why the Lions still haven't played Isaac TeSlaa a lot

The Detroit Lions took a real chance in the 2025 NFL Draft when they traded two third-round picks to move up for Arkansas receiver Isaac TeSlaa. With this move had to come the expectation that this was not going to be an overnight thing, and it really didn't have to be, but the reward is a high one.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 25

The Lions are waiving veteran cornerback

Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson left Sunday’s escape against the Giants talking more about growth than glory. After Detroit survived a barrage of blown coverages and missed tackles to win 34-27 in overtime, the star edge rusher framed it as the sign of a mature team that can play far from perfect and still finish.

Jake Bates News / Larry Brown Sports / November 25

Jake Bates’ game-tying field goal had everyone in disbelief

Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates helped his team beat the New York Giants on Sunday with a clutch field goal at the end of regulation, and there wasn’t a single person watching the play who thought the ball was going to sail through the uprights.

Detroit Lions News / Total Apex Sports / November 25

Detroit Lions Optimistic That Key Defensive Line Piece Could Return In Week 13

The Detroit Lions could receive a significant defensive reinforcement just in time for their high-stakes Thanksgiving Day game against the Green Bay Packers.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / November 25