Detroit Lions: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 24

5 Storylines to Watch During Detroit Lions 2026 First OTAs Session

The next chapter of the offseason is set to begin for the Detroit Lions this upcoming week. Detroit will have their first session of organized team activities this week, spanning Wednesday through Friday in what will be the first of three OTAs sessions.

Teddy Bridgewater News / Total Pro Sports / May 23

Florida Governor Passes The 'Teddy Bridgewater Act'

A couple of years after he led his alma mater, Miami Northwestern High, to a state championship, Teddy Bridgewater secured another big win that will help other coaches and players.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 23

Analyst Questions Kelvin Sheppard's Leadership, Expects Growth in 2026

The Detroit Lions elected to hang on to defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard for a second season heading into 2026. In his first year replacing Aaron Glenn, Sheppard had some ups and downs leading the defense.

Teddy Bridgewater News / EasySportz / May 23

Florida Just Changed High School Football Forever

The state of Florida has officially signed the “Teddy Bridgewater Act” into law, and it could completely change the future of high school sports across the state.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 23

Why Detroit Lions Have Easy Path to 2026 NFL Playoffs

The Lions will attempt to return to the postseason in 2026 after finishing 9-8 and missing out on the playoffs altogether a season ago. It was a disappointing

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 23

1 Lions rookie who stood out most in 2026 minicamp

The Detroit Lions made the unusual decision to skip a traditional rookie minicamp this offseason. Of course, that has only intensified the anticipation surrounding one specific newcomer ahead of organized team activities and mandatory minicamp.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 23

Lions 2026 Opponent Dealing With Crisis That Could Rip Team Apart

The Detroit Lions will face the New York Giants on Monday Night Football this upcoming NFL season. After hiring John Harbaugh this offseason, there are elevated expectations for the NFC East squad.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 23

NFL Insider Gives Very Promising Gibbs, LaPorta Contract Updates

The Detroit Lions got the first of what is expected to be multiple contract extensions done Thursday with members of their 2023 Draft class. Detroit signed Jack Campbell, their No.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / May 22

Jahmyr Gibbs' contract talks with Lions take new turn

General manager Brad Holmes and the Detroit Lions have been busy drafting new talent and working out extensions for existing players amid the NFL offseason.

RB Jahmyr Gibbs must be next domino to fall for Lions following Jack Campbell extension

Lions All-Pro LB Jack Campbell's contract extension continues to make 'experts' look silly

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Jared Goff News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 22

NFL Analyst Ranks Detroit Lions 2026 Supporting Cast For Jared Goff

The Detroit Lions were able to identify and quickly improve the unit that was among their weakest last season. In a recent Fox Sports ranking of all 32 supporting casts for starting NFL quarterbacks, the Lions came in ranked fifth.

Sam LaPorta News / A to Z Sports / May 22

NFL insider just dropped an extremely encouraging update on Lions tight end Sam LaPorta’s back

NFL insider Adam Schefter’s report on Sam LaPorta is extremely encouraging for the Detroit Lions, as momentum continues to build around their star tight end’s recovery heading into offseason work One of the biggest concerns that Detroit Lions fans have had this offseason is with Sam LaPorta’s back.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

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Jahmyr Gibbs News / A to Z Sports / May 22

Jahmyr Gibbs’ role with the Detroit Lions could be changing a lot in 2026

Detroit Lions could be setting up a major shift for Jahmyr Gibbs in 2026, as new weapons and evolving roles start to reshape how their explosive playmaker

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 22

Grading Jack Campbell Detroit Lions Contract Extension

The Detroit Lions checked off a major item from their offseason to-do list Thursday. They inked linebacker Jack Campbell, the heart and soul of their defense, to a four-year contract extension worth $81 million (reportedly $51.5 million guaranteed).

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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 22

These 4 Lions suddenly just went from overlooked to must-haves in 2026

Detroit Lions have 4 players who’ve suddenly gone from overlooked to must-haves heading into 2026, with shifting roles and roster changes quietly elevating their importance in a big way It happens every year.

Jack Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 22

How Jack Campbell's Contract Extension Impacts Lions Salary Cap

The Detroit Lions made it official Thursday that they plan to have Jack Campbell step into a bigger leadership role beginning in 2026. With Lions fan Sweta Patel breaking the news Thursday and the team confirming with a video from Campbell, Detroit has officially inked a four-year pact with Campbell to keep him through the 2030 season.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / May 21

RB Jahmyr Gibbs must be next domino to fall for Lions following Jack Campbell extension

Faced with numerous young pros seeking second contracts, running back Jahmyr Gibbs may be in line to be the next domino to fall.

Lions All-Pro LB Jack Campbell's contract extension continues to make 'experts' look silly

Sean McVay again shares regrets about Rams trading Jared Goff to Lions

Lions could ease Maxx Crosby pain with veteran edge-rusher addition

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Jack Campbell News / Field Level Media / May 21

Lions sign All-Pro LB Jack Campbell to extension

All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell agreed to terms on a contract extension with the Detroit Lions on Thursday. Financial terms were not disclosed by the team on the deal, however NFL Network reported it was a four-year contract that extends through the 2030 season.

Jack Campbell News / Yardbarker / May 21

Jack Campbell's extension makes 'experts' look silly

Lions All-Pro LB Jack Campbell's contract extension continues to make 'experts' look silly

Remember when the Detroit Lions took all that flak for selecting linebacker Jack Campbell with pick No. 18 in the 2023 NFL Draft? Those who ripped Detroit must now feel silly.

RB Jahmyr Gibbs must be next domino to fall for Lions following Jack Campbell extension

Sean McVay again shares regrets about Rams trading Jared Goff to Lions

Lions could ease Maxx Crosby pain with veteran edge-rusher addition

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