Bryant isn’t expected to replace DeAndre Carter as Detroit’s primary returner, but his experience at cornerback, safety and punt returner gives the Lions useful insurance in multiple spots.
Sam LaPorta’s recent comments have drawn attention to his contract situation with the Detroit Lions. An NFL veteran has now weighed in on what could be behind the tight end’s frustration.
The Detroit Lions made two roster moves on Thursday ahead of their Week 7 game against the Green Bay Packers. Detroit signed wide receiver DeAndre Carter to the active roster from the practice squad, and filled his vacancy on the practice squad by signing veteran defensive back Myles Bryant.
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.
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 have made their decision on who will return punts, following the season-ending MCL injury to wide receiver Tom Kennedy. Special teams coach Dave Fipp, speaking to local reporters prior to practice on Thursday, expressed a new addition on the practice squad will assume the punt return duties.
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 officiating crew for the Detroit Lions’ Week 7 game against the Green Bay Packers has been revealed. For Sunday’s game, the Lions have drawn Alex Moore’s crew to preside over the game.
Detroit still needs help badly, but the pool of realistic starting cornerbacks is shrinking fast. Riq Woolen may be the best attainable swing left — and the fallback could look a lot more like Donte Jackson.
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.
Lions tight end Sam LaPorta expressed his frustration with his contract situation during a recent appearance on Pardon My Take, lamenting his physical commitment to Detroit but the team’s lack of financial commitment in the other direction.
It's no secret that the Detroit Lions have a glaring need on their roster ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline. With one of the league's worst pass defenses and little in the way of reinforcements, Detroit would benefit greatly from being active on the trade market and adding a cornerback to the mix.
Five games into 2026, the Detroit Lions have a quarterback who hasn’t thrown an interception. Jared Goff’s mistake-free start has carried the offense, while Alim McNeill and D.J.
The Detroit Lions haven't faced an NFC North opponent this season, an oddity heading into Week 7. That will change over the next two weeks as they host Green Bay and Minnesota on back-to-back Sundays.
The Detroit Lions are getting a big playmaker back for their defense in safety Brian Branch. Assuming all goes to plan for the remainder of this week, Branch is expected to suit up for the first time this season when the Lions take on the Green Bay Packers Sunday at Ford Field.
Detroit appears ready to hand one job back to a returning starter, but the bigger question may be what happens to the player who performed so well in his absence.
During their Week 6 bye, the Detroit Lions made a couple of roster moves, including placing a few players on injured reserve. One of those players was Tom Kennedy.
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.
The Detroit Lions are currently gearing up for their upcoming home matchup against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday afternoon. The Lions are coming off a bye week, which would seemingly afford the team a chance to get healthier, although they are still dealing with multiple setbacks on that front.
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.