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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 13

Detroit Lions Are 'Best Team Fit' For FA Packers Offensive Lineman

The Detroit Lions have prioritized the offensive line throughout the early start to free agency this offseason. Juice Scruggs was included in the David Montgomery trade and Larry Borum is a player who has an opportunity to compete in the backup rotation.

Tom Kennedy News / Total Apex Sports / March 13

Detroit Lions Re-Sign Fan Favorite Wide Receiver To Deal

Free agency often focuses on blockbuster trades and massive contracts, but championship rosters are built on depth, reliability, and culture. The Detroit Lions demonstrated this philosophy by re-signing veteran wide receiver Tom Kennedy.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 13

The Most Underrated Move Detroit Lions Have Made in Free Agency So Far

The Detroit Lions have focused plenty on their offense throughout the early part of free agency, but their one defensive external free agent signing to this point may have a big impact.

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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.

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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.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 13

Mock Draft Roundup: Lions Find Aidan Hutchinson Running Mate

It's time for the 11th Detroit Lions OnSI mock draft roundup for the 2026 NFL Draft. Over the last week, the Lions have prioritized upgrading both their pass-rush and offensive line at No.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 13

Lions highlight biggest losers from Week 1 of 2026 NFL free agency

NFL free agency can have a transformative effect on franchises, in both good and bad ways. A ton of salary cap space guarantees opportunity, but it could also hinder a team’s growth if it is not used wisely.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / March 12

Detroit Lions Are Losing Breakout Edge Rusher

The hits keep on coming for the Detroit Lions. The Lions have been hemorrhaging players since free agency started on Monday. Detroit has already lost Alex Anzalone, Amik Robertson, Roy Lopez, Kalif Raymond, and Kyle Allen to other teams.

Al-Quadin Muhammad News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 12

Al-Quadin Muhammad Departing Is Not Really Bad News

The Detroit Lions will not have the services of Al-Quadin Muhammad in 2026. After visiting the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the second day of the new NFL league year, the veteran defensive end has reportedly inked a one-year free agent contract worth up to $6 million.

Cade Mays News / Total Apex Sports / March 12

Detroit Lions New Center Cade Mays Reveals Why He Chose Team In Free Agency

The Detroit Lions have spent the last several years cultivating a very specific team identity. They prioritize physical toughness, resilience, and a relentless desire to dominate the line of scrimmage.

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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.

Grant Stuard News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 12

Impact of Linebacker Grant Stuard Departing Detroit Lions

The Detroit Lions have lost a significant special teams contributor in free agency. According to multiple reports, linebacker Grant Stuard is signing a two-year free agent contract with the Los Angeles Rams that is worth up to $5.05 million.

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NFL News / Last Word On Sports / March 12

Detroit Lions Gain Depth At Secondary With Free-Agent Signing

Brad Holmes acquired some much-needed depth for the Lions’ secondary with a one-year deal for Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ DB Christian Izien. It’s another cost effective acquistion by Holmes that won’t break the Lions cash- strapped salary cap bank.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 12

Two Free-Agency Signings Detroit Lions Can Still Make Under Cap

The Detroit Lions have already made several moves this offseason, but there remains a handful of veteran free agents who could make sense financially and

Christian Izien News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 12

Grading Detroit Lions Signing of DB Christian Izien

On Wednesday, the new league year officially began, which finalized the deals the Detroit Lions had made throughout the legal tampering period, along with the trade of David Montgomery to the Houston Texans.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / March 12

Lions adding hyrbrid defensive back to their secondary, where he fits in

The Detroit Lions could use some secondary help for sure at both slot cornerback and safety, and they're adding that help by signing a hybrid of both those things.

Al-Quadin Muhammad News / Pro Football Rumors / March 12

Bucs To Meet With Al-Quadin Muhammad

Coming off a career-best season, Al-Quadin Muhammad is generating free agency interest. The veteran edge rusher is set to meet with the Buccaneers, NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero tweets.

Isiah Pacheco News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 12

Next move Lions must make after signing Isiah Pacheco in 2026 NFL free agency

The Detroit Lions have already experienced a lot of turnover during the 2026 offseason. Detroit traded away David Montgomery and released veteran left tackle Taylor Decker, signaling a changing of the guard in 2026.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 12

Detroit Lions Will Re-Sign Tom Kennedy, Trevor Nowaske

The Detroit Lions will re-sign two restricted free agents, after both were not tendered RFA contracts by the start of the new league year. Wide receiver Tom Kennedy and linebacker Trevor Nowaske will continue their career in Motown, according to those with knowledge of the situation.