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The best and most logical choice for the Lions' next backup quarterback

We've been talking a lot about what the Detroit Lions' future at backup quarterback looks like, and it usually consists of two choices. The Lions either bring back Kyle Allen or they draft a quarterback.

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Detroit Lions Defensive Legend Passes Away At 56; Family Believes CTE To Blame

The Detroit Lions community is mourning the loss of one of its own. Tracy Scroggins, a fierce and beloved defensive player who spent his entire 10-year career in Detroit, passed away at the age of 56.

Detroit Lions News / Total Apex Sports / February 11

Detroit Lions Hire Fan-Favorite Offensive Lineman To Coaching Staff For 2026

It is always sad when a fan-favorite player retires. For the Detroit Lions, Dan Skipper is one of those guys. After announcing his retirement from playing less than a month ago, the fan-favorite offensive lineman is already back in Allen Park, this time with a whistle and a clipboard.

Aidan Hutchinson News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 11

3 Affordable Defensive Ends Detroit Lions Could Sign

The Detroit Lions enter the offseason knowing one thing: they need more consistent production opposite Pro Bowl EDGE Aidan Hutchinson. While Hutchinson

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How many of the winning starting quarterbacks from every Super Bowl can you name in six minutes?

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David Blough News / A to Z Sports / February 11

David Blough drops a not-so-subtle hint at one key offseason roster addition for Commanders

The Washington Commanders are starting a new era with David Blough taking over as the offensive coordinator and play-caller in 2026. It was a bold move at the time, but the promotion of Blough has been praised around the league, and he has all the makings of a fast rising offensive minded coach.

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The most awful NFL coaching jobs of all time

As franchises prepare wish lists for their next hires, numerous cautionary tales exist. Here are the worst head-coaching tenures since the 1970 merger.

Jared Goff News / A to Z Sports / February 11

How the Lions can gain an extra 52 million in addition to restructuring Jared Goff's contract

Free agency is right around the corner, and the Detroit Lions need to clear some cap space. We've already discussed how the Lions can generate additional revenue in several ways.

Detroit Lions News / Gridiron Heroics / February 11

Detroit Postseason Tradition Ends as Bowl Game Folds After 29 Years

Detroit will not host a college football bowl game for the first time since 2020. Ford Field confirmed the GameAbove Sports Bowl will not return for the 2026 season, ending a nearly three-decade run that began at the Pontiac Silverdome.

Dan Skipper News / A to Z Sports / February 11

Dan Skipper has returned to the Detroit Lions...to be a coach

There you go. Last week, we speculated that after the Lions moved assistant offensive line coach Steve Oliver to tight ends coach, bringing back freshly retired tackle Dan Skipper to be on the coaching staff made a lot of sense.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 11

Detroit Lions Add Popular Former Offensive Lineman to Coaching Staff

The Detroit Lions have reportedly added a popular former offensive lineman to the coaching staff of Dan Campbell. According to CBS Detroit, Dan Skipper has been hired, just weeks after retiring from the National Football League.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 11

4 Lions Facing Make-or-Break Offseasons

The Detroit Lions are looking to get back to the ranks of contenders in 2026, and will need players to step up in order to get there. The effort wasn't good enough for the Lions in 2025, as they finished last in the NFC North and missed the postseason.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 10

NFC Notes: Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery, Ed Policy, Lions, Packers

There have been questions about Lions RB David Montgomery‘s future with the team after GM Brad Holmes‘ end-of-season press conference, along with his usage decrease down the stretch.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Jameson Williams News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 10

Waymo Has Likely Found Perfect Spokesperson in Lions Wide Receiver

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams has burst onto the scene after two successful NFL seasons back-to-back. After maturing both on and off the field, the speedy wideout found himself featured in a social media post with a company that many naturally expected he would gravitate towards.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 10

NFL Analyst Ranks Sam Darnold Higher Than Lions QB Jared Goff

After the Seattle Seahawks came out victorious against the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl, the NFL world has given quarterback Sam Darnold a significant amount of praise.

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Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / February 10

Detroit Lions 2026 Offensive Tackle Mock Draft

It is mock draft season for the Detroit Lions. Now that Super Bowl LX is over, it is officially the off-season. The Lions will look much different in 2026.

David Njoku News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 10

Pros and Cons of Detroit Lions Signing Free Agent TE David Njoku

The likelihood of tight end David Njoku returning to the Cleveland Browns is slim. This week, the 29-year-old shared his current plan is to sign elsewhere in free agency, when the opportunity presents itself in early March.

Detroit Lions News / HITC / February 10

Former Detroit Lions star Tracy Scroggins tragically passes away at 56 years of age

The NFL community is mourning the loss of a longtime Detroit Lions standout. Former Detroit Lions defender Tracy Scroggins has died at the age of 56 after spending his entire playing career with the franchise.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 10

Now here's a fit for the Lions to pay attention to in free agency

What are the things that we know about new Detroit Lions offensive coordinator, Drew Petzing? We know he loves the run game, and we know that he loves multiple tight end sets.

Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / February 10

Former Lions DE Tracy Scroggins dies at 56

Tracy Scroggins, who spent his entire 10-year NFL career with the Detroit Lions, died Monday. He was 56. The Lions announced the passing of the former defensive end but did not provide a cause of death.

Detroit Lions News / The Spun / February 10

Former Detroit Lions Star Tracy Scroggins Dead At 56

The Detroit Lions family is in mourning this week as Tracy Scroggins, one of their best defenders for an entire decade has tragically passed away. He was 56 years old.

Maxx Crosby News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 10

Asking Price For Maxx Crosby May Not Be High For Detroit Lions

The asking price for Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby may not end up being as high as expected. It may even be at the level the Detroit Lions would realistically consider.

Jahvid Best News / College Sports Only / February 9

Former Star College Football RB Now Member of San Francisco PD

Don't ever try running away from San Francisco police officer Javhid Best. Best, a star running back at Cal, played two seasons with the Detroit Lions before injuries cut his career short. He transitioned to track and field, competing in the 100 meters and becoming the first former NFL player to appear in the Summer Olympics.

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The 'Super Bowl rushing leaders' quiz

How many of the 41 players in NFL history to rack up 100 or more rushing yards in their Super Bowl careers can you name?

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / February 7

Making The Case For Detroit Lions To Re-sign Rock Ya-Sin

Among the free agency decisions awaiting Brad Holmes is addressing the Detroit Lions’ battered secondary. Losing all three starters, Terrion Arnold, Kerby Joseph, and Brian Branch, to season-ending injuries proved devastating.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 7