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The first week of free agency has not disappointed. Players all across the NFL have found new homes and earned plenty of money. Some have stayed with their current teams.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 15

Three Free Agents Still Available Who Could Start For Lions

The first week of free agency has come and gone, and there are still some areas where the Detroit Lions could stand to improve. Detroit has focused on adding to its offensive line and secondary predominantly, with headling additions including center Cade Mays and cornerback Roger McCreary.

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / The SportsRush / March 15

Amon-Ra St. Brown Remains Seemingly Underpaid as WR Salaries Cross $35 Million Mark

Whether it’s the threshold that’s required to be considered as one of the best wide receivers in the NFL today, or the market as a whole, it’s safe to say that Amon-Ra St.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 14

Why Isiah Pacheco Will Break Out With Lions

The Detroit Lions seem to have found their new counterpunch for starter Jahmyr Gibbs. Over Gibbs' first three NFL seasons, the Lions paired him with the bruising David Montgomery.

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

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

Larry Borom News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 14

What Larry Borom's Lions Contract Could Reveal About OL Plans

The Detroit Lions have a big void to fill at left tackle with the departure of Taylor Decker. After 10 seasons with the team, Decker requested his release after a the team reportedly asked him to take a pay cut for the 2026 season.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 14

This Anthony Richardson Rumor Should Terrify Detroit Lions Fans

The Detroit Lions recently added a new backup quarterback to play behind veteran Jared Goff for the upcoming 2026 NFL season. Teddy Bridgewater was brought back for another stint in Motown, but could general manager Brad Holmes be monitoring the situation between the Indianapolis Colts and Anthony Richardson?

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 14

Ranking Lions' Offseason Moves So Far, from Best to Worst

The Detroit Lions entered the 2026 offseason looking to maintain their standing as a perennial playoff contender in the NFC while also addressing multiple glaring roster holes. Detroit general manager Brad Holmes has never been one of the biggest spenders in free agency.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 14

Lions Projected Starting Lineup After Free Agency Week 1

The Detroit Lions are through the first round of free agency, with a work-week's worth of time to find new additions to the team for the 2026 season. General manager Brad Holmes has made some interesting additions to the roster, focusing predominantly on adding to the offensive line and secondary.

Detroit Lions News / ESPN / March 14

Sonic and ... Taz?! Lions RB Isiah Pacheco eager to make his mark

Pacheco is hoping his move to Detroit sparks a new beginning for a career that had gotten off track.

Tyler Conklin News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 14

Grading Detroit Lions Signing of Tight End Tyler Conklin

The NFL free agency cycle has been in full swing this week. Detroit has been among the quiet teams during the process, with the Lions signing a few players but losing just as many, including Alex Anzalone, Grant Stuard, and Kalif Raymond in recent days.

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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.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 14

Biggest mistake Lions made in Week 1 of 2026 NFL free agency

The Detroit Lions had a rather disappointing 2025 NFL season. After going 15-2 in 2024, Detroit took a significant step back last year. Of course, a step back was expected.

Roger McCreary News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 13

Grading Lions' Signing of Roger McCreary

As the free agency period has kicked off for the Detroit Lions, there has been a recurring theme of Detroit signing offensive firepower as opposed to defensive help. On Friday, Brad Holmes signed his second defensive player in as many days to aid Kelvin Sheppard’s group for 2026.

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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / March 13

The Lions have signed a likely starting cornerback and gave us a possible answer about another recent signing

I know Detroit Lions fans have been wondering when their team would start making more defensive moves in free agency. That time is Friday, apparently. In a world where a lot of attention is paid to the moves the Lions aren't making, they're making these cheap key moves that are really solid.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 13

Lions sign long-time Titans CB after Rams run

The Detroit Lions managed to find a strong cornerback option late in the first week of free agency on Friday. It appears the slot corner position could be finalized after the front office landed a long-time Tennessee Titan who had a short stint with the Los Angeles Rams.

Detroit Lions News / Gridiron Heroics / March 13

'Perfect Fit': Former NFL Star Praises Lions’ Major Free Agency Move

The Detroit Lions made a notable addition to their offense during the early wave of free agency by acquiring running back Isiah Pacheco. The move quickly drew praise from around the NFL, including strong approval from former quarterback and analyst Robert Griffin III.

Tyler Conklin News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 13

Detroit Lions Sign Tight End Tyler Conklin

The Detroit Lions have added depth to their tight end room by signing veteran Tyler Conklin. Conklin, 30, is a Michigan native who played collegiately at Northwood and Central Michigan University.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / March 13

Lions add veteran tight end and former Central Michigan standout to reunite in Detroit with Drew Petzing

Coming into the off-season, one of the Detroit Lions' biggest needs was tight end. With the addition of Drew Petzing, who likes to run 12 and 13 personnel, the addition of more tight ends made sense.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / March 13

Detroit Lions 7-Round Mock Draft 3.0

As a busy week in the NFL continues, the Detroit Lions are going through a lot of change. Several players are now former Lions, and a few new faces are coming to Detroit.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / March 13

7-Round Detroit Lions Mock Draft After First Wave Of Free Agency: Defensive line comes out looking stacked

The Detroit Lions' first wave of free agency is pretty much in the books at this point. There are still a lot of players left on the board, but now is a good time to take a look at what the Lions can do in the 2026 NFL Draft with the signings they recently made in free agency.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 13