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4 still available free agents who can help the Lions after the 2026 NFL Draft, including a former Lions second-round pick

The Lions have 85 players on their roster right now, and they’re likely to look at the free agency market one more time to get to 90 The 2026 NFL Draft is over, and much of the undrafted free agent blitz is as well.

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Way-Too-Early Detroit Lions Depth Chart Projection: Multiple new starters and some guys playing brand new positions

The Lions walk out of the 2026 NFL Draft with new starters and a much deeper team Now that the 2026 NFL Draft is out of the way, it’s time to talk about what this Detroit Lions roster could look like to start the 2026 season.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 27

Way too early Detroit Lions 53-man roster projection for the 2026 season, the defense looks pretty deep after the 2026 NFL Draft

The Lions bulked up on defense in free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft and now they look like a very deep group The 2026 NFL Draft is in the books, and the Detroit Lions had themselves a very good time.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 27

The biggest risk/reward players for the Lions in the 2026 NFL Draft

The Lions have a lot more risk/reward players this year than they have in previous drafts, but there are still risks being taken The thing about risk/reward players is that the Detroit Lions have been drafting a lot of them for a long time.

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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 27

The Lions’ Most Underrated Pick In The 2026 NFL Draft: This guy is a starter all the way; it just hasn’t happened yet

The Lions drafted a starting cornerback; all he has to do is go win the job. We believe he will The 2026 NFL Draft is out of the way, and it’s time to dig a little deeper into the Detroit Lions’ haul.

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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.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 27

Detroit Lions Post-Draft 2026 Defensive Depth Chart Prediction

The Detroit Lions focused on defense with their 2026 NFL Draft picks. Of the team's seven selections, five are defensive players. The Lions added some valuable defensive depth that has upside of contributing in big roles down the line.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 26

Roundtable: Which Lions Draft Pick Will Be All-Pro First?

The Detroit Lions On SI staff recaps the 2026 NFL Draft for the Lions. 1. What did you think of the Detroit Lions’ 2026 draft? Christian Booher: I thought it was a solid all-around class.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 26

Projecting Lions' Week 1 Starters After NFL Draft

The Detroit Lions' draft class is official. As a result a more clear picture has formed about what they will have from a personnel standpoint in 2026. There are some intriguing new additions, and the Lions have the luxury of depth in some areas as a result of their selections.

Detroit Lions News / Stadium Rant / April 26

Detroit Lions’ 2026 NFL Draft Recap: Two Biggest Needs Addressed Early, Heavy On Defense Late

The 2026 NFL draft has concluded, and the Detroit Lions have potentially filled two major holes. Going into the draft, it was clear that the Lions needed help protecting their quarterback and pressuring the opposing QB.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 26

Lions’ 2026 NFL Draft Grades For Every Pick

The Detroit Lions entered the 2026 NFL Draft with a few obvious needs. Detroit parted ways with left tackle Taylor Decker back in March, creating a massive hole on Jared Goff’s blind side.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 26

Lions NFL Draft Review: Immediate Starters, Sleepers and Long-Term Bets

In the 2026 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions were able to effectively add draft prospects that fit the culture and have the ability to compete for expanded roles on both sides of the football.

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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.

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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 26

The Three Biggest Overreactions About The Detroit Lions’ 2026 NFL Draft Class: ‘The Lions played it too safe’

The Lions had a pretty good draft, but they also had some people overreacting to some parts of it The 2026 NFL Draft is over, and the Detroit Lions walked out with seven new players.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 26

The Detroit Lions signed an edge rusher that the rest of the NFL forgot to draft in the 2026 NFL Draft

It’s undrafted free agent season, and the Detroit Lions have got to work on signing guys who they hope can either make the 53-man roster or at least make the practice squad.

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Draft Picks Create Tough Calls in Latest Lions 53-Man Roster Projection

With the NFL Draft in the rearview mirror, the focus is now shifting to the 2026 season. The Detroit Lions added seven players in the Draft along with several undrafted free agents.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 26

Lions 2026 Draft Class Earns Strong Early Reviews

The Detroit Lions added seven players in this year's NFL Draft. General manager Brad Holmes has his sights set on building a roster capable of competing for an NFC North title after a down year in 2025.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 26

Meet The Class: What to Know About Detroit Lions 2026 Draft Class

The Detroit Lions' 2026 NFL Draft class is complete. Over the course of the Draft's three days, the Lions made a total of seven picks. General manager Brad Holmes identified physical players who fit the team's culture of relentlessness.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 25

Detroit Lions 2026 NFL Draft Grades

The Detroit Lions' work in the 2026 NFL Draft is done. Over the three days of the NFL Draft, the Lions made seven picks. The class began with offensive tackle Blake Miller, who they drafted 17th overall.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 25

Final grades for the Detroit Lions’ 2026 NFL Draft Haul: A return to form for Brad Holmes after a rough 2025 draft

That’s a wrap on the 2026 NFL Draft for the Detroit Lions. They made a bunch of picks, and now we’re going to take a look at each one of them and give the 2026 draft class a grade.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 25

Final Lions 2026 NFL Draft Class: The Lions go nearly all in on making sure their defense can compete for big things in 2026

The 2026 NFL Draft is officially in the books for the Detroit Lions. Now it’s time to go back and take a look at what the Lions’ final draft haul looks like.

Detroit Lions News / Total Apex Sports / April 24