Adding an offensive tackle was widely known to be a priority for the Lions leading up to the draft. As such, it came as no surprise when the team attempted to move up the order and land Kadyn Proctor.
Ennis Rakestraw has had far from an enviable start to his pro football career. Selected in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, the University of Missouri product’s career has yet to take off, largely due to his inability to stay healthy.
Detroit Lions saw several important players regress in 2025. Not every decline means the same thing, though. We break down which fall-offs look fake and which one could still be a concern heading into camp.
Detroit Lions may have found one long-term answer, one mystery, and one player still trying to prove it, We revisited three 2025 breakouts to see which ones look sustainable entering camp.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams put in the work this offseason to reach even closer towards his goal and the coaching staff's goal of making him 'elite' at his position.
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 may have left a lot of talent on the board in 2024. A full seven-round re-draft reveals several players who could have changed the outlook of the roster heading into 2026.
The Detroit Lions could begin the season without one of their best defensive players. Safety Brian Branch is recovering from a torn Achilles late last season, and without a concrete timetable for his return it remains to be seen when he'll next suit up for the Lions in 2026.
The Detroit Lions received positive news regarding Sam LaPorta, as head coach Dan Campbell stated that the tight end is making progress after undergoing back surgery, which ended his 2025 season.
The Detroit Lions have little doubt defensive tackle Alim McNeill will resemble the player that took the field back in 2024. After suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament late in the 2024 season, McNeill worked diligently to return last year.
The Detroit Lions On SI staff recaps mandatory minicamp and looks ahead to the position battles that will be most hotly contested in training camp. Christian Booher: My biggest takeaway was how turnover-happy the defense was.
Detroit Lions have two huge contract decisions looming. Brian Branch and Sam LaPorta are extension candidates, but the structure of their deals may tell you as much as the dollar figures.
In their recent announcement disclosing promotions for two staffers to assistant general manager, the Seahawks announced four other promotions in Seattle’s front office.
The Detroit Lions have big plans for newly signed center Cade Mays. After the retirement of Frank Ragnow left the team without its longtime center last year, the Lions went out and inked Mays to a three-year deal this offseason with hopes that he can take the reins for the future.
Jared Goff completed his fifth season with the Detroit Lions after the 2025 season, giving him as many years in Detroit as he had with the Los Angeles Rams.
Sione Vaki’s roster spot in Detroit could be in jeopardy ahead of training camp. The third-year back failed to stand out in minicamp this week. Plus, he’s been unable to make much of an impact through his first two NFL seasons, with just seven carries for 18 yards in 27 games.
Detroit Lions have one of the deepest positions in football. One room is so loaded right now that Detroit could eventually find itself turning surplus talent into future draft capital.
If the Detroit Lions are to have success in 2026, the starting offensive line is required to set the tone and assist the running game get to a level that will facilitate the rest of the offense.
The Detroit Lions conducted a lengthy offseason workout program, and even though the practices were not padded, valuable insights surrounding the team's construction were gained.
The Detroit Lions and Amon-Ra St. Brown have redemption on their minds. The wide receiver St. Brown dropped a “motivated as ever” take back on May 10. Now he dished out a savage claim on his NFC North rivals Thursday, but with a former Lion on his mind.
The Detroit Lions announced they placed fifth-round WR Kendrick Law on injured reserve. They also signed three other receivers to help take his place on the roster, including Lucky Jackson, Tarik Black and Tay Martin.
The Detroit Lions received encouraging news Tuesday as Sam LaPorta’s injury outlook improved following minicamp. Dan Campbell said the Lions’ tight end is trending in the right direction after back surgery ended his 2025 season.
The Detroit Lions’ defensive end competition is one of the most crowded position battles on the roster, but an unexpected name is already generating buzz, Anthony Lucas, the undrafted rookie who’s turning heads before pads have even come on.