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NFL Insider says David Montgomery wants out of the Lions, Montgomery responds on social media

It's been the thing that everyone has been talking about for the last two months. What is going to happen with David Montgomery and the Detroit Lions? Not long ago, Brad Holmes talked about the possibility of trading him, and then at the Pro Bowl, Jahmyr Gibbs said it was all essentially up to Montgomery.

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Report: Detroit Lions David Montgomery 'Wants Out'

The Detroit Lions could be closer now to parting ways with veteran running back David Montgomery. In a recent story providing information about what has been learned at the 2026 NFL combine, insider Jeremy Fowler writes that the veteran running back no longer wants to be in Motown.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 1

Lions' 2026 Post-Combine Mock Draft: Addressing Biggest Needs

After a week of intrigue, interviews and testing, the NFL Scouting Combine is coming to a close. The Detroit Lions met with a significant number of prospects, either informally or formally, and likely will leave Indianapolis with a better idea of how to approach the draft, which is less than two months away.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / February 28

Lions To Explore LT Addition

Taylor Decker will continue his career in 2026. In spite of that, the Lions will still be in the market for reinforcements at the left tackle spot this offseason.

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The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

How many of the players to last tally 1,000 or more rushing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 28

Lions NFL Combine Updates: Secondary Standouts, Deep TE Class

The Detroit Lions have three needs that have plenty of targets available in this year's NFL Draft. With injury concerns at the safety position and the need for depth at cornerback and tight end, the Lions were watching Friday's on-field workouts with keen eyes.

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Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?

As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.

Detroit Lions News / Total Apex Sports / February 28

Report: Detroit Lions Trade Pursuit Of Maxx Crosby Halts Due To Terrion Arnold News

The NFL offseason is a fluid environment where plans can change in an instant. For the Detroit Lions, what looked like a franchise-altering move for a superstar pass rusher has reportedly been put on hold due to unforeseen circumstances in their secondary.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 28

What Skill Position Prospects Said About Detroit Lions at 2026 Combine

The NFL Scouting Combine rolled on to day three of prospect availability, and it brought in a set of positions the Detroit Lions have hit on in recent years.

Cade Mays News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 28

Pros and Cons of Detroit Lions Signing Center Cade Mays

If the Detroit Lions intend on going the free-agency route to acquire their next starting center, the Carolina Panthers’ Cade Mays would be a worthwhile target.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 28

Lions' International Game Appealing to German Tight End Prospect

Entering the 2025 season, there was not much thought of the Detroit Lions being in the market for a tight end. However, after the season, and with the hiring of Drew Petzing, Detroit has a “sneaky need” at tight end, one that it may address during the NFL Draft.

Terrion Arnold News / The SportsRush / February 28

Detroit Lions News: Terrion Arnold Breaks Silence Amid Robbery, Kidnapping Allegations

The former first-round draft pick for the Detroit Lions, Terrion Arnold, was recently named in a court order stemming from a case involving the crimes of robbery and kidnapping.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 27

NFL Prospects Modeling Their Game After Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph

On Thursday, the NFL Combine rolled on as defensive backs took center stage with the media. With questions rolling in about who prospects model their game after, many of the safeties cited Detroit’s dominant duo of Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph as some of the players they model their game after most.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 27

NFC Notes: Drew Petzing, David Montgomery, Rich Bisaccia, Lions, Packers

Lions HC Dan Campbell said he knew immediately that OC Drew Petzing was the right candidate to lead the offense next season. “It was just the way that he talked, the way that he saw the game,” Campbell said, via PFT.

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Maxx Crosby News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 27

Combine Buzz: How Lions Trading For Maxx Crosby Hit Roadblock

The Detroit Lions efforts to trade for Maxx Crosby have hit a roadblock at the NFL scouting combine. According to many in league circles, Detroit general manager Brad Holmes was more than willing to be aggressive to meet the trade demands of the Las Vegas Raiders, which included parting ways with two-first round draft picks.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / February 27