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Detroit Lions Announce International Game For 2026 Season

For the first time in more than a decade, the Detroit Lions will be taking their talents to the international stage. On Tuesday, the team announced that it would be traveling from the Motor City to Munich this fall to player a 2026 regular season game in Germany.

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Detroit Lions to play 2026 international game in Munich, their first overseas since 2015

The Detroit Lions will play an international game in Munich during the 2026 NFL season, marking the franchise’s first overseas appearance since a 2015 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Wembley Stadium in London.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 24

The Lions free agency plans might have just been dealt a big blow

As we all know, the Detroit Lions are in deep need of a center, and Lions general manager Brad Holmes said the Lions will be on the lookout for one via free agency, trade, or the draft.

Jahmyr Gibbs News / Last Word On Sports / February 24

From Dalton to the Detroit Lions: Running Back Jahmyr Gibbs’ Unlikely Rise

Long before running back Jahmyr Gibbs became the Detroit Lions’ most valuable asset on offense, he was a kid from Dalton, Georgia, trying to figure out where he belonged.

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How many of the players to last tally 1,000 or more rushing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Dan Skipper News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 24

Dan Skipper Aims to Help Lions OL 'Get Back on the Road' in New Role

Dan Skipper isn't quite used to his new role yet, but is sure he'll adjust to it quickly. As a player, he ascended to cult hero status for his unique swing-tackle role on the Detroit Lions' offensive line.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?

As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.

Detroit Lions News / HITC / February 24

Amon-Ra St. Brown gets real about emotional NFL game in Germany with Detroit Lions

Amon-Ra St. Brown says playing in Germany with the Detroit Lions will be a special moment in his NFL career. The Lions are set to host a regular-season game in Munich in 2026 as part of the league’s international series.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / February 24

Detroit Lions 2026 Tight End Mock Draft

We are approaching the end of my mock draft series for the Detroit Lions. Each one has covered a single position. I have already selected tackles, interior linemen, wide receivers, and running backs.

Detroit Lions News / HITC / February 24

Detroit Lions set to play in Germany as part of NFL international expansion

The Detroit Lions will play a regular-season game in Germany in 2026 as the NFL continues to expand its international presence. The team has confirmed it will host one of its 17 games in Munich at the home of FC Bayern Munich.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 24

Mike Kafka Chose Lions To ‘Be Part of Something Special’

Mike Kafka didn’t join the Detroit Lions simply to take another job. He joined to “be part of something special.” That sentiment, expressed after he was officially named Detroit’s new passing game coordinator Monday, underscores why the former N.Y.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 24

Detroit Lions to Play International Game in 2026 NFL Season

The Detroit Lions will play an international game in the 2026 NFL season. On Tuesday, the team officially announced that they will be playing in Munich, Germany during the 2026 season.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 24

The Detroit Lions' international game location has been announced, who their opponent could likely be

As we've known for a couple months now, the Detroit Lions will be playing an international game in 2026. What we haven't known is where that game was going to be.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 24

2026 NFL Combine Meeting Tracker: Every Player the Lions Spoke With

The Detroit Lions have an opportunity to evaluate key draft prospects this week at the 2026 NFL scouting combine. This year, the draft class is considered deep at multiple positions, including at defensive end, guard and nickel cornerback.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / February 23

Detroit Lions 2026 Running Back Mock Draft

My series of single-position mock drafts for the Detroit Lions marches on. With the NFL Scouting Combine about to begin, my goal is to familiarize readers with 2026 draftees I would love the Lions to select.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 23

Lions Finalize 2026 Coaching Staff

The Detroit Lions have made their coaching staff official for the 2026 season. There have been several changes from last year’s staff, most notably on the offensive side of the ball.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 23

The Lions made no changes to their strength and conditioning department and it was absolutely the right thing to do

The Detroit Lions have been dealing with injuries the last two seasons, and believe me when I say it, I know Lions fans hate it. It definitely sucks when you see a player go down and watch that injury affect the team and how they play.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 23

Lions Officially Announce 2026 Coaching Staff

The Detroit Lions have officially finalized their coaching staff for the 2026 season under HC Dan Campbell. The following are the changes to Detroit’s

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 23

Meet The Detroit Lions 2026 Coaching Staff: the Lions have a new assistant head coach

The Detroit Lions have finalized their coaching staff for the 2026 season, and there are a lot more changes than we initially thought there would be going into the off-season.

NFL News / Total Apex Sports / February 23

Detroit Lions: Ben Johnson Calls Dan Campbell-Drew Petzing A ‘Match Made In Heaven’

When the Detroit Lions lost offensive coordinator Ben Johnson to the Chicago Bears head coaching job, fans were understandably nervous. Johnson had orchestrated one of the league’s most potent offenses, and replacing him seemed like a tall order.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 23

2026 NFL Combine schedule for the Detroit Lions and their positional needs

Welcome to the Combine week! The 2026 NFL Combine will be going down in Indianapolis this week, and this is where we're going to get our first real info on some of the directions the Detroit Lions are going this offseason.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 23

Two Lions defensive linemen are working together to get back on track after down seasons

The Detroit Lions' defensive line didn't look nearly as bad as some thought it did in 2025, but there were some clear setbacks for a couple of linemen who were expected to have much bigger impacts for Detroit.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 23

3 All-In Moves Lions Could Make in 2026 Free Agency

If the Detroit Lions truly believe they can compete for a Super Bowl in 2026, general manager Brad Holmes should push his chips to the center of the table.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 23