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The Bradley Chubb Question the Lions Can’t Ignore

If there's one thing that Detroit Lions fans really want, it's an edge rusher. They want to so bad they can taste it. At times they want it so badly that they'll throw any name out there or try to make it happen.

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Why Detroit Lions Should Avoid Free Agent Pass Rusher Bradley Chubb

A veteran defensive end that could interest several NFL teams just hit the free agency market. Linebacker Bradley Chubb, who will turn 30 this summer, was cut by the Miami Dolphins, according to multiple reports.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 16

5 things the Detroit Lions probably aren't doing this offseason

We talk an awful lot about what the Detroit Lions could do, should do, and shouldn't do. We don't often talk a lot about what they just probably won't do.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 16

Lions’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup post-Super Bowl as draft season ramps up

The Detroit Lions should feel a sense of urgency during the 2026 offseason. Detroit finished the 2025 season 9-8 and missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2022 season.

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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 16

Ranking the Lions' needs ahead of free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft

The offseason is in full swing for the Detroit Lions. We're just a few weeks away from free agency, and the 2026 NFL Draft is right around the corner after that.

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The most awful NFL coaching jobs of all time

As franchises prepare wish lists for their next hires, numerous cautionary tales exist. Here are the worst head-coaching tenures since the 1970 merger.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 16

3 Free Agents Detroit Lions Can Realistically Sign This Offseason

The Detroit Lions don’t need to make a bunch of splashy, headline-stealing moves in free agency. Instead, general manager Brad Holmes should once again focus on value signings that address depth concerns and provide insurance at key positions. Without further ado, here are three free agents the Lions could realistically target this offseason.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 16

Hit or Miss? Grading the Lions’ free-agent signings since 2021

The Detroit Lions are heading into free agency in a few weeks, and we plan to get fully into the 2026 class soon. Still, with five years of the Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes era out of the way, it's a good time to look back on every signing that the Lions have made with Holmes and see how some of these have worked out.

Alex Anzalone News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 16

Alex Anzalone Deletes Post Beefing With Lions' Social Media

The future of Alex Anzalone and the Detroit Lions is uncertain after five seasons together. Anzalone's contract situation with the team was highly publicized throughout training camp, as the linebacker did not participate in the start of camp and spoke openly about his disappointment in the situation.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 15

Mike Kafka Will Not Depart Detroit Lions For Seahawks OC Position

The Seattle Seahawks have reportedly found their next offensive coordinator. According to multiple reports, the defending Super Bowl champions have hired former San Francisco 49ers tight ends coach Brian Fleury to replace Klint Kubiak.

Alex Anzalone News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 15

Is Jacob Rodriguez Lions' Ideal Choice to Replace Alex Anzalone?

As the 2025 season progressed, the storm on the horizon for the linebacker room was that Alex Anzalone’s contract was expiring. The captain was one of the first players to come over during the Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes era, and has been a focal point of Detroit’s miraculous turnaround.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 15

One Offensive Tackle Lions Could Draft in Every Round of 2026 Draft

The Detroit Lions could be in the market for another offensive tackle depending on Taylor Decker's decision. Decker is mulling retirement, and if he elects to walk away then the Lions will be down a starter on their offensive line.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / February 15

Revisiting The Detroit Lions 2022 Draft Selections

As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, Detroit Lions fans hope Brad Holmes will recreate the magic of his 2021-2023 rookie classes. The 2022 rookies finished their fourth NFL season.

Jared Goff News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 15

Roundtable: Should Lions Have Hired More New Defensive Coaches?

The Detroit Lions On SI staff takes a look at Jared Goff's relationship with new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, plus whether Detroit should have revamped its defensive coaching staff.

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Connor McGovern News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 15

Pros and Cons of Lions Signing OL Connor McGovern

The Detroit Lions should consider making a push to sign interior offensive lineman Connor McGovern this offseason. There’s a lot to like about the veteran lineman.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 15

Lions Address IOL, Trade Up for EDGE in Latest Mock Draft

The NFL Scouting Combine is approaching fast, and as a result, the Detroit Lions will be diving deep into prospects in search of players to help them compete for a Super Bowl in 2026.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 15

Lions 2026 Offseason: Team Needs, Pending FAs, Draft Picks & More

Projected Cap Space: -$13.2 million Draft Picks: 8 1st (No. 17) 2nd (No. 50) 4th (No. 118) 5th (No. 155) 6th (No. 186, CLE) 6th (No. 203, JAX) 6th (No.

Jared Goff News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 14

Drew Petzing: Jared Goff Has Made 'Great Plays' On The Move

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Drew Petzing shared during a recent podcast appearance what he felt about veteran starting quarterback Jared Goff. During a 30-minute interview on SB Nation, Petzing expressed Goff has been excelling at the postion the past couple of seasons and shared his assessment of the former No.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / February 14

Detroit Lions 2026 Interior Offensive Line Mock Draft

It’s time for another Detroit Lions mock draft. This is the second entry of my single-position mock draft series for the Lions. You can check out my Offensive Tackle mock draft here.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 14

Why NFL Analyst Believes 'No Need to Panic' About Detroit Lions

The Detroit Lions are a team many are still high on that should be able to turn around their fortunes in 2026. ESPN NFL insider Jeremy Fowler recently tiered the 18 NFL teams that did not qualify to make the playoffs.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 13

Why There Is Growing Optimism Lions OC Drew Petzing Will Excel

New Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Drew Petzing has made a solid first impression after supporters learned more about him this week. Petzing appeared in a video produced by the team an released to season-ticket members.

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / 5 GOATs / February 13

Amon-Ra St. Brown ranks states with the best high school football talent

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown attracted much attention due to his recent take regarding high school football. The two-time First-team All-Pro wideout recently appeared in the Downs 2 Business podcast hosted by Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs and Ohio State safety Caleb Downs.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / February 12