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On YouTubeDetroit 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.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 13
Former Detroit Lions CB Chris Payton-Jones Dies in Car Accident
The NFL world is mourning the passing of 30-year-old Chris Payton-Jones. According to multiple reports, the former cornerback passed away in a fatal automobile accident in Florida.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 13
Three blockbuster trades the Detroit Lions could make during the 2026 NFL Draft
The 2026 NFL Draft is next week, and if you’ve learned anything over the years, it’s that anything can happen. Including big trades for big players. For Brad Holmes and the Detroit Lions, this is the place where they get the most aggressive.
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?
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 13
The Greatest First-Round Picks in Lions History: The Ones Who Changed Everything
The Detroit Lions have endured their fair share of ups and downs over the years. Yet, throughout the franchise’s history, there have been multiple first-round
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.
Detroit Lions News / Gridiron Heroics / April 13
Detroit Lions’ ‘Surprising Need’ Before NFL Draft Revealed
The Detroit Lions are entering the 2026 NFL Draft with a surprising need at the tight end position, an area not typically viewed as a priority for a team with an already productive offense.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 12
NFL Analyst: Detroit Lions Signed 'Veteran Band-Aids' to Fill Needs
The Detroit Lions are currently expected to address the trenches in the early rounds of the 2026 NFL Draft. This offseason, the team invested in free agents to bolster the offensive and defensive line units, but many pundits and supporters believe more work needs to be done to improve the roster.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 12
Roundtable: Lions' 2026 First-Round Draft Priority
The Detroit Lions On SI staff examines the Lions' draft strategy entering the 2026 NFL Draft. 1. What do you hope to learn from Brad Holmes when he speaks at his annual pre-draft media session?
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 12
Far-Too-Early Detroit Lions 2026 Record Prediction
The Detroit Lions fell far shy of meeting their Super Bowl-or-bust expectations in 2025. They instead experienced their fair share of ups and downs, finishing the campaign with a 9-8 record and in fourth place in the NFC North.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 12
Ranking Every Detroit Lions Draft Class of the Last Decade
The Detroit Lions have had an up-and-down performance in the NFL Draft over the last decade. General manager Brad Holmes has had some success over his five-year run, but the team has also had some tough showings in what is annually the most anticipated event of the NFL offseason.
Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / April 11
Top 5 Detroit Lions Trade Targets During The 2026 NFL Draft
The Detroit Lions still have plenty of needs heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, which begins in less than two weeks. However, GM Brad Holmes has proven he will select the players he wants, regardless of perceived team needs or positional value.
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.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 11
Perfect Late-Round Guard For Detroit Lions in 2026 Draft
The Detroit Lions have two young offensive guards returning to their offense in 2026, and could be looking for some competition for the group in this year's NFL Draft.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 10
Detroit Lions Will Host Toledo Defensive Back For Top 30 Visit
In under two weeks, NFL commisioner Roger Goodell will walk across the stage and announce the 32 newest members into the league he operates. In 15 days time, the NFL Draft will have concluded and the rush of undrafted free agency will begin in earnest.
Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / April 10
Three Under-the-Radar Top Detroit Lions Draft Prospects
The Detroit Lions have the 17th pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. According to most Mock Drafts, Brad Holmes will select either safety Dillon Thieneman, OT Kadyn Proctor, or EDGE Keldric Faulk.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 10
In SI All-Trades Mock Draft, Lions Move Up For Top Offensive Tackle
The Detroit Lions could be aggressive in this year's NFL Draft. After a disappointing 2025 season, the Lions currently have the 17th overall pick in this year's draft.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 10
Every player who is mathematically expected to be there for the Detroit Lions at 17 in the 2026 NFL Draft
The 2026 NFL Draft is less than two weeks away, and everyone and their mothers want to know what the Lions plan to do with the 17th pick. Another question is who is likely to be there?
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 10
Lions tight end Sam LaPorta keeps finding himself in trade proposals, is there smoke? The Lions get back more than just draft picks
The 2026 NFL Draft is less than two weeks away, and there have been a lot of thoughts on whether or not the Lions would trade up. One of the more interesting things is that some of the NFL Insiders out there have the Lions moving up in the draft, and multiple guys have Pro Bowl tight end Sam LaPorta involved in those trades.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 10
7-Round Detroit Lions Mock Draft: The latest Intel tells the story in this edition
We’re almost there. Just a couple more mock drafts and then the Detroit Lions will be handing in their first-round pick to Roger Goodell at the 2026 NFL Draft.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 10
Perfect Late-Round Defensive Tackle For Lions in 2026 NFL Draft
The Detroit Lions have some contributors returning on their defensive line, but also have some room to add depth to their roster heading into the 2026 season.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 9
2026 Detroit Lions Undrafted Free Agent Spotlight: The best guys the Lions can steal after the 2026 NFL Draft
The 2026 NFL Draft is two weeks away, and instead of talking about the guys the Detroit Lions will draft, let’s spend some time talking about the guys they almost definitely aren’t going to.
Detroit Lions News / Total Apex Sports / April 7
Detroit Lions Host Veteran Defensive Lineman For Free Agent Visit
The Detroit Lions continue to evaluate veteran talent ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft. The team recently hosted free agent defensive tackle Jay Tufele for a visit, signaling a clear intent to bolster their defensive front.
Avonte Maddox News / Pro Football Rumors / April 6
Lions Re-Sign DB Avonte Maddox
Avonte Maddox is signing up for another season in Detroit. The Lions announced Monday they agreed to terms to bring back the veteran defensive back. The longtime Eagles slot defender played 14 games, starting three, with the Lions last season.
Jahmyr Gibbs News / Larry Brown Sports / April 4
Jahmyr Gibbs could have a new role for the Lions in 2026
The Detroit Lions may really be trying to maximize what they have in Jahmyr Gibbs. Lions head coach Dan Campbell spoke to reporters this week at NFL League Meetings.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / April 3
Lions HC Dan Campbell issues Jahmyr Gibbs warning for rest of NFL
While the Detroit Lions are coming off a disappointing season that they ended with a record of 9-8, Gibbs cemented his status as one of the NFL's most dynamic playmakers.
DK Metcalf News / Yardbarker / April 1
NFL amends 'DK Metcalf rule' that could lead to further ejections, penalties
The altercation between Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf and a Detroit Lions fan late in the 2025 NFL season has prompted a rule change for the 2026 season.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / March 26
Lions GM Brad Holmes denies Dan Campbell rumor
Host Mike Valenti of Detroit’s 97.1 The Ticket recently generated headlines when he said on the air that he had heard that "there are definite differences of opinions in roster construction" between Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell.
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