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Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Which Lions Rookies and Second-Year Players Are Rising Fastest at Training Camp

The Detroit Lions are officially a full week into training camp, as the team practiced in pads on Monday and Tuesday and did not practice on Wednesday, instead holding a simple walkthrough.

Jahmyr Gibbs News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 5

Lions Fans Don't Feel Confident Jahmyr Gibbs Gets Deal Soon After GM Interview

The Detroit Lions and their star running back have yet to reach a new contract, and as a result it has become a storyline looming over the start of training camp.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 5

Detroit Lions Hire New Team President to Replace Rod Wood

The Detroit Lions have hired a new team president. According to a press release from the organization on Wednesday, the Lions have hired Richard Haddad as the next president and CEO.

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Detroit Lions News / Viral Sports News / August 5

Lions Get Major Jahmyr Gibbs Update From Adam Schefter

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs remained on the sidelines for the physical portions of practice Tuesday as the team’s training camp reached its sixth day, leaving observers to wonder about the status of his contract situation.

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The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

NFL News / Stadium Rant / August 5

Jahmyr Gibbs Holdout: What His Fantasy Outlook Looks Like for 2026

If you are drafting in the next few weeks, the Jahmyr Gibbs holdout fantasy outlook for 2026 is the storyline you cannot ignore. The Detroit Lions running back has spent the opening stretch of training camp on the sideline in a gray cutoff hoodie instead of the backfield, staging a hold-in while he pushes for a new contract.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 5

3 Lions Veterans Trending Toward the Roster Bubble (And Who is Replacing Them)

The Detroit Lions have plenty of depth throughout the roster built by general manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell. Because of all the talent the team has at its disposal, Detroit will have to make some tough decisions at the conclusion of training camp.

Jared Goff News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Lions' Jared Goff Draws Praise From NFL Personnel, But Still Hasn't Earned Elite Tag

Jared Goff will return as the Detroit Lions' starting quarterback in 2026, as the veteran has been a key part of the franchise's turnaround over the past few years under head coach Dan Campbell and general manager Brad Holmes.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 5

We’re finally starting to see what the Detroit Lions are building on the defensive line

We spent most of the offseason looking at the Detroit Lions’ defensive line the wrong way. Training camp has completely changed my perspective. The Detroit Lions defensive line was one of the biggest question marks heading into training camp.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 5

Insider shares warning about Jahmyr Gibbs contract standoff after Bijan Robinson deal

Will Robinson's deal help or hinder negotiations between Gibbs and the Lions?

Jahmyr Gibbs breaks silence on hold-in; fans won't like his comments

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Ahmed Hassanein News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 5

Why I'm Buying The Early Hype Around Ahmed Hassanein

Based on early reports in training camp, second-year pro Ahmed Hassanein, the No. 196 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, is primed for a bigger role with

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 5

Stephen A. Smith Sounds Off On Detroit Lions About Jahmyr Gibbs

The Detroit Lions are actively in contract negotiation talks with star running back Jahmyr Gibbs. After Bijan Robinson inked a new lucrative contract, many believe that the former first-round pick would be next in line.

Alim McNeill News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Alim McNeill's Camp Resurgence Could Elevate Lions' Defensive Ceiling in 2026

With the Detroit Lionsfacing a ton of questions in the secondary, defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard will need his defensive line to rise to the occasion in 2026.

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Raheem Blackshear News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 4

Lions Sign RB Raheem Blackshear After Trying Out Four RBs

The Detroit Lions have signed RB Raheem Blackshear and TE Zach Horton, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. In correspondence, the Lions have waived WR Lawrence Keys with an injury designation.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Darnell Wright's Bears Extension Makes Penei Sewell's $112 Million Lions Deal a Bargain

Entering the 2026 season, the Detroit Lions' offensive line faces uncertainty at multiple positions, except left tackle. With the Lions cutting ties with Taylor Decker this offseason, left tackle became a position of need, but the team addressed it immediately by switching Penei Sewell to the spot.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 4

Winners and Losers From Day 6 of 2026 Detroit Lions Training Camp

The Detroit Lions hit the ground running for their second day of padded practices on Tuesday. After the defensive line set the tone at Monday's practice, head coach Dan Campbell said he was eager to the team's offense respond in Tuesday's session.

Detroit Lions News / DetroitLionsCommunity / August 4

Dan Campbell shares injury update on Rookie Jimmy Rolder

The start of training camp often brings unexpected challenges, and rookie linebacker Jimmy Rolder is already dealing with one. Now, the team has revealed what is going on behind the scenes.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 4

4 under-the-radar players making a name for themselves at Detroit Lions training camp

4 Detroit Lions who weren’t on many people’s radar are suddenly making serious noise at training camp. A cornerback, a defensive lineman, a running back, and a linebacker are all forcing their way into the roster conversation.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Projecting Jahmyr Gibbs' Contract Extension With Lions After Historic Bijan Robinson Deal

A massive domino in the Jahmyr Gibbs contract saga with the Detroit Lions has fallen. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Tuesday morning that the Atlanta Falcons agreed to terms with All-Pro running back Bijan Robinson on a three-year extension worth up to $75 million with $51 million guaranteed.

Anthony Firkser News / Pro Football Rumors / August 4

Lions Place TE Anthony Firkser On IR

Anthony Firkser‘s 2026 campaign has come to an end. Shortly after signing with the Lions, the veteran tight end has been placed on injured reserve. Today’s news means Firkser will be sidelined through the coming season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 3

Bears' Ben Johnson eclipses Lions' Dan Campbell in NFL HC ranking

So long as Johnson and Campbell are going up against each other twice a regular season, this rivalry is staying heated.

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Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs breaks silence on hold-in; fans won't like his comments

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Miles Frazier News / Athlon Sports / August 3

Miles Frazier's Versatility Could Address Major Concerns on Detroit Lions' Offensive Line

The Detroit Lions' offensive line will be one of the team's primary X-factors in 2026, as the group was up and down during the 2025 season, especially in pass protection.

Jahmyr Gibbs News / Yardbarker / August 4

Lions' Gibbs breaks silence on hold-in; fans won't like his comments

Jahmyr Gibbs breaks silence on hold-in; fans won't like his comments

Gibbs missed his fifth consecutive practice on Monday as part of his hold-in. It won't be his last.

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Terrion Arnold News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 3

Lions DC throws shade with Terrion Arnold mic drop

The Detroit Lions have some serious secondary issues headed into the 2026 season. Detroit released cornerback Terrion Arnold back in June after he was arrested on kidnapping and robbery charges.