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Lions suggested to get rid of the $4M running back

The Lions have built one of the NFL’s deepest backfields, but one analyst believes it may be time to move on from a young running back. Brad Berreman of Side Lions Report urged the Detroit Lions to move on from the 24-year-old running back Sione Vaki along with two other players to maximize their chances of landing in the Super Bowl.

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Sports Illustrated Lists Lions as Team Capable of Winning Super Bowl

The Detroit Lions are a team that still have realistic hopes of being able to conclude the 2026 season hoisting the Lombardi trophy. Sports Illustrated recently revealed their annual list of teams that can actually win the Super Bowl, and Detroit was included among the 14 capable squads.

Roger McCreary News / Athlon Sports / July 21

The Lions' Secret Weapon Nobody's Talking About Heading Into the 2026 Season

The Detroit Lions didn't make many eye-popping signings in NFL free agency, but one addition that hasn't been talked about nearly as much is cornerback Roger McCreary.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 21

5 biggest things to watch when Detroit Lions open training camp next week

Detroit Lions open training camp next week with several major questions still unanswered. These are the five biggest storylines that could shape the rest of the summer.

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The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL passers' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to throw for at least 4,000 yards in a single campaign before their age-25 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Super Bowl-losing QBs' quiz

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Malcolm Rodriguez News / DetroitLionsCommunity / July 21

'Did I key this right?': Lions coach reveals biggest Malcolm Rodriguez worry as Lions veteran eyes NFL return

Returns from season-ending injuries are more about regaining the instincts and confidence rather than just making it back to the gridiron. That is exactly where the Lions believe Malcolm Rodriguez is now as he works toward his NFL return.

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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 / July 21

One Lions Rookie With The Best Chance to Surprise Everyone at 2026 Training Camp

When Detroit Lions training camp begins, plenty of eyes will be on this year's crop of rookies. In Blake Miller, the team has an offensive lineman they hope will develop into a mainstay up front.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 21

3 surprise cuts the Lions could make before the 2026 season, including a familiar fan favorite

Detroit Lions won’t have many difficult roster decisions this summer, but three familiar players could still become surprising training camp cuts before Week 1.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 21

Detroit Lions Training Camp Battles: The RB3 battle is wide open right now

Detroit Lions have their top two running backs locked in, but the battle for RB3 is wide open. One overlooked factor could decide who wins the job. The Detroit Lions open training camp in less than a week, and one of the more compelling roster battles to watch involves the running back 3 spot.

Detroit Lions News / DetroitLionsCommunity / July 21

'That’s your guys’ job': Jared Goff drops blunt response over bold Amon-Ra St.Brown question

Ever since Goff got traded to the Lions in 2021, his relationship with wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown on the field has been immaculate. However, they don’t always get the praise they deserve, a narrative that Goff is now openly questioning.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 21

How to Land Detroit Lions 2026 Training Camp Tickets

The opportunity for fans to witness Detroit Lions training camp practices will become available on Tuesday. Beginning at 10 a.m., fans will have the chance to claim their tickets to observe an open practice during training camp.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / July 21

Three Bold Predictions for the Lions That Might Actually Come True in 2026

Training camp is on the horizon for the Detroit Lions, as the team's rookies are set to report on July 25, followed by the veterans on July 28. After missing the playoffs in 2025, the Lions will look to rebound and prove that they have what it takes to compete for a Super Bowl in 2026.

Taylor Decker News / DetroitLionsCommunity / July 21

NFL star’s season-ending injury could finally end Taylor Decker’s free agency wait

More than four months after his release from the Detroit Lions, Taylor Decker is still available as a free agent. However, that might be about to change after a star suffered a season-ending injury.

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The '2K-yard NFL rushers' quiz

The 'FIFA World Cup champions' quiz

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Jared Goff News / DetroitLionsCommunity / July 21

'There will be growing pains': Jared Goff gets honest about Drew Petzing relationship

In January, the Lions hired Drew Petzing as offensive coordinator after moving on from John Morton following a disappointing season. With Detroit now on its fourth offensive coordinator in five years, building chemistry is a priority, but Jared Goff believes that process is already underway.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 20

2 Lions cut candidates on chopping block entering 2026 NFL training camp

Make no mistake about it, there is a ton of pressure on the Detroit Lions this year. This team was favored to represent the NFC in the Super Bowl at the start of the 2025 season after their brilliant year in 2024, but something significant was missing.

Detroit Lions News / DetroitLionsCommunity / July 21

Not Justin Jefferson or Puka Nacua, Jared Goff believes this NFL star to be the best WR in the league

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff has played with some very good wide receivers throughout his career during the past 10 seasons. Now, he has named who he believes is the best wide receiver in the league.

Detroit Lions News / Stadium Rant / July 20

Detroit Lions Offensive Line: 3 Upgrades Fueling A 2026 Super Bowl Run

The newly rebuilt Detroit Lions offensive line and the phrase “Super Bowl run” aren’t something that usually belong in the same sentence. Losing foundational, tone-setting veterans like Taylor Decker and Frank Ragnow in consecutive offseasons would normally signal a huge step backward for a high-powered offense.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / July 20

One Trade the Lions Should Seriously Be Exploring Before Final Roster Cuts

The Detroit Lions are entering training camp with a plethora of needs, including edge rusher. Outside of Aidan Hutchinson, who should return as one of the top edge defenders in the NFL after a 14.5-sack campaign in 2025, the Lions lack dependable pass-rushing options.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / July 20

5 Best Wide Receivers in Detroit Lions History

For any NFL (or fantasy football) fan in the mid 2010s, watching a Detroit Lions game was appointment TV with Matthew Stafford throwing to Calvin Johnson, who was the tip of the iceberg in a franchise very capable of developing star wide receivers.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / July 20

5 Best Running Backs in Detroit Lions History

The Detroit Lions' history of developing offensive talent is well-documented. While their struggles over the years have been generally marked by front office turmoil and poor draft day decisions, they've developed and nurtured historically gifted talent at quarterback and wide receiver.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / July 19

Lions' Jared Goff may be headed for a career-best season

Jared Goff of the Detroit Lions is one of those quarterbacks that's flown a bit under the radar. This could be the year that ends.

Lions could get a boatload for Aidan Hutchinson trade

Lions Star Jahmyr Gibbs Could Hold Out of Training Camp

2026 NFL training camp dates, locations & key storylines for all 32 teams

The 'Most 1K-rushing-yard NFL seasons' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / July 18

Lions could get a boatload for Aidan Hutchinson trade

It's pretty mind-boggling what the Lions would get for a hypothetical trade with Hutchinson.

Lions may seriously regret one offseason move

Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown gives NFL another reason to fear him

Lions DE Pat O'Connor retires from NFL

The 'No.2-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

Jahmyr Gibbs News / Trade Talk Sports / July 18

Lions Star Jahmyr Gibbs Could Hold Out of Training Camp

The Detroit Lions’ veterans report for training camp in less than two weeks, however, there is now some concern that one key player may not be there without a new contract.