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On YouTubeDetroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 29
Detroit Lions 2025 Attendance Rankings Have Fatal Flaws
The Detroit Lions not only took a step back on the field in 2025, failing to make the playoffs for the first time since the 2022 season. They also, in fact, experienced a decline in attendance at Ford Field. After drawing the 12th-most fans at home in the NFL in 2024 (584,300), that number dipped to 27th this past season (516,719).
NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 29
Offensive tackle no longer seems like it has to be first round move for the Lions
The Detroit Lions need to fix their offensive line. That goes without saying. But how much of it really needs to be fixed? A center is definitely at the top of the list.
Dan Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 29
Dan Campbell Ranked Top NFL Coaching Hire in Last Five Years
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell has amassed a record of 48-36-1 (.571) in his first five seasons in Motown. ESPN NFL writer Bill Barnwell recently released a ranking of the 37 NFL head coaches hired in the past five seasons.
The '14-win NFL quarterbacks' quiz
How many of the 19 NFL quarterbacks to win 14 games in a single season can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / January 29
The Lions spent extra time with one quarterback at the Shrine Bowl. He might not even get drafted
The Detroit Lions are targeting quarterback and edge rusher in the 2026 NFL Draft. Backup quarterback Kyle Allen is leaving in free agency. Al-Quadin Muhammad is also headed to free agency, leaving Aidan Hutchinson without an edge rush partner.
The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history
The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 29
Statistical Comparison Between John Morton, Lions OC Drew Petzing
The Detroit Lions have a new face leading their offense in former Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing. Detroit made the hire of Petzing official earlier this week, cementing him as the leader of the offensive unit alongside head coach Dan Campbell.
Penei Sewell News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 28
Penei Sewell highlights Protector of the Year award finalists
The end of the season in the NFL is always an exciting time, both for the Super Bowl and for the NFL awards that get handed out. This season, the league added a new award with the Protector of the Year honor, given to the best offensive lineman in football.
Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 28
Lions’ 7-round 2026 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator
The Detroit Lions fell short of their own expectations in 2025. Detroit went 9-8 and missed the playoffs despite winning 15 games and securing the No. 1 seed in the NFC last year.
Brad Holmes News / Total Apex Sports / January 28
Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes Breaks Silence On New Offensive Coaches
The Detroit Lions offense took a lot of heat from fans and analysts in 2025. It caused the team to overhaul the offensive staff which led to many wondering, who would really be controlling the offense.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 28
Lions Have Not Come Close to Building Championship Defense
Five years into the Dan Campbell-Brad Holmes era, the Detroit Lions have failed to build a strong enough defense to hoist the Lombardi Trophy. This isn't to discount the job Holmes has done transforming the Lions from NFL laughingstocks into perennial playoff contenders.
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 / Detroit Lions on SI / January 28
3 Veteran Coaches Lions Could Add to Aid Kelvin Sheppard
Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard went through highs and lows in his first year in the role. Replacing Aaron Glenn, who had held the role for the last four seasons, was no easy task.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / January 28
4 veteran defensive coaches the Lions should consider adding to their staff to help Kelvin Sheppard
The Detroit Lions are really building out their offensive coaching staff right now, and one of the biggest questions I keep getting is why the Lions aren't doing anything on the defensive side of the ball.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 28
The Lions could welcome back former Jets OC with an open spot he perfectly fits
The Detroit Lions are currently in the process of filling out their coaching staff for the 2026 season with the additions of both Drew Petzing and Mike Kafka, but they're not done yet.
Alex Anzalone News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 27
Alex Anzalone Reveals How Quick Free Agents Make Decisions
Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone has responded to a recent free agency rumor regarding where he could wind up for the upcoming 2026 NFL season. NFL reporter Tony Pauline reported recently Anzalone was expected to be courted heavily by the New York Jets, and the likelihood was strong he would end up playing for the AFC East squad in 2026.
Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 27
Underwhelmed by Lions hiring Drew Petzing as OC? Mike Kafka addition erases doubts
The Detroit Lions have to be disappointed with how the 2025 season turned out. Detroit finished the regular season 9-8 and missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2022 season.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 27
Former Detroit Lions Passing Game Coordinator Departs Jets
Former Detroit Lions passing game coordinator Tanner Engstrand had a brief stint with the New York Jets as their offensive coordinator. According to multiple reports, Engstrand and the Jets have made the decision to mutually part ways, after only one season in his role as leader of the offense.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / January 27
How the Detroit Lions' kitchen is going to work out with all these cooks in it
The Detroit Lions made a big hire on Monday when they added New York Giants interim head coach Mike Kafka to their coaching staff in a "high-ranking offensive position." This prompted some Lions fans ot wonder if maybe Detroit has too many cooks in the kitchen now.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 27
Early 2026 Draft Buzz: Two Athletic Quarterbacks Lions Could Target
The Detroit Lions will do their due diligence at every position all throughout the pre-draft process. Lions offensive assistant Marques Tuiasosopo is coaching quarterbacks for the American Team at the 2026 Senior Bowl.
Detroit Lions News / Total Pro Sports / January 27
Detroit Lions Announce Strange Move That Has Their Entire Fanbase Confused
The Detroit Lions announced an interesting coaching hire that is already receiving immense backlash from fans. Dan Campbell’s Detroit Lions were arguably the NFL’s biggest disappointment of the 2025 season.
Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / January 26
Lions hire former NFL interim coach for interesting role
Former New York Giants interim head coach Mike Kafka is leaving the organization for a new opportunity. Kafka is taking an offensive assistant job with the Detroit Lions, according to Jordan Ranaan of ESPN.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / January 26
Lions To Add Mike Kafka, Retain Jim O’Neil
The Lions made their offensive coordinator choice recently, tabbing Drew Petzing to call plays in 2026. But they are adding another seasoned play-caller to their staff.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 26
Lions Adding Former Giants OC Mike Kafka To Coaching Staff
According to Tom Pelissero, the Lions will be adding former Giants OC Mike Kafka to the coaching staff. He adds Kafka will have a high-ranking role. Detroit has already filled its offensive coordinator vacancy by hiring Drew Petzing, and he’ll take over play-calling duties from HC Dan Campbell.
Amon-Ra St. Brown News / Total Pro Sports / January 24
Amon-Ra St. Brown Has the Perfect 4-Word Clapback to the Crazed Man Plowing Vehicle Through Detroit Airport While Wearing His Lions Jersey
Detroit Lions star wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown reacted to a wild incident involving him on Saturday. A man wearing a Lions jersey crashed his vehicle into Detroit Metro Airport on Friday, which caused an emergency response and an investigation by authorities.
Dan Skipper News / Pro Football Rumors / January 22
Lions OL Dan Skipper Announces Retirement
Lions offensive lineman Dan Skipper announced his retirement via Instagram on Thursday. The 31-year-old spent time with seven different teams in his seven-year career, though he is best known for his time in Detroit.
Dan Campbell News / Yardbarker / January 19
Lions and Dan Campbell hire new play-caller in Drew Petzing
Dan Campbell took over the play-calling duties from John Morton this past season. Campbell demoted Morton in-season and ultimately fired him at the end of this campaign.
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