Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is set to become an unrestricted free agent in 2027 if no long-term deal is reached with the franchise. The 25-year-old is in the final year of his four-year, $9.46 million rookie deal.
The Detroit Lions welcomed former Minnesota Vikings nose tackle Taki Taimani to the teams Allen Park Performance Center for a visit on Friday, according to the NFL's official transaction wire.
Anyone around Detroit who circled Sunday’s Packers game as the start of a division chase got a cold read Friday. Bleacher Report’s Brad Gagnon picked every
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
The Detroit Lions will not have to worry about one of the Green Bay Packers defensive captains in a Week 7 contest at Ford Field. On Friday, reports indicated that Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin will be ruled out for Sunday's game after a collision in practice resulted in an injury.
Jared Goff has spent enough fall Sundays at Ford Field to know a Green Bay week feels different. The Detroit Lions quarterback, rested after the bye, made it clear that games against the Packers carry extra weight after a down year inside the division.
Detroit comes out of the bye with Branch and Mays returning, a new return specialist and a decision to make at outside corner before facing Green Bay. The Detroit Lions are back from their bye week, and they open divisional play Sunday against the Green Bay Packers.
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell was not too pleased with having to answer several questions about Sam LaPorta. Several of the questions were obviously going to be about LaPorta's controversial comments expressed on the "Pardon My Take" podcast earlier this week.
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Amon-Ra St. Brown has established himself as one of the NFL’s premier wide receivers, earning a reputation for reliable hands and consistent production.
The Detroit Lions have a chance to get right back in the middle of the NFC North title race. In Week 7, the Lions host the Green Bay Packers to begin a stretch of back-to-back divisional games against the top two squads in the standings.
Detroit has a matchup it should be able to exploit offensively, but Green Bay’s disguises and quick passing game attack two areas the Lions have struggled with all season.
LaPorta’s comments about his back and financial security may offer a clue to what’s separating the two sides. We built a contract that could give him the protection he wants without putting Detroit in an impossible spot.
Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Drew Petzing did not seem all too comfortable with discovering what supporters were calling him on social media. Speaking with local reporters prior to practice on Thursday afternoon, Petzing was asked if had been told yet that he was being called "Megamind" online.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams isn’t satisfied with his performances to begin the 2026 NFL season. Despite previously receiving public support from quarterback Jared Goff following a difficult Week 1 outing, Williams believes he needs to raise his standards.
The Detroit Lions had a bye week in the NFL's Week 6, and now they're heading into a fresh matchup against NFC North rivals the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at home.
The Detroit Lions announced they have signed WR DeAndre Carter from the practice squad to the active roster. The Lions also signed S Myles Bryant to the practice squad.
Tom Kennedy was averaging 13.2 yards per punt return, sixth in the NFL, when an MCL injury ended his 2026 season in the Detroit Lions’ 45-21 win over the Arizona Cardinals on October 11.
The Detroit Lions have enjoyed a productive start to the 2026 season, with Jared Goff leading an offense capable of overwhelming opponents. Through five games, Goff has thrown for 1,485 yards and 12 touchdowns without an interception, establishing himself as one of the league’s most efficient quarterbacks.
The Detroit Lions announced they have signed DL Aidan Keanaaian to the practice squad. The Lions released DL Chris Smith from the practice squad in a corresponding move.
On October 7, the Lions opened the practice window for safety Brian Branch and center Cade Mays. Both players are eligible to be activated at any time, and that should be taking place soon.
In five games in 2026, Goff has completed 67.0% of his passes for 1,485 yards, averaging 7.8 yards per attempt, with 12 passing touchdowns and zero interceptions.