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Lions Must Hunt: Why Edge Rusher is Detroit’s Glaring 2026 Draft Need

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions front office isn’t sleeping, but they aren’t exactly relaxing either. Exactly one week into the 2026 league year, General Manager Brad Holmes has already set the Motor City on fire.

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3 Trades That Would Instantly Elevate Detroit Lions

With a majority of the big name free agents off the board, the focus for the Detroit Lions becomes acquiring depth or players that have a plus side as starters.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 19

Rumor: Campbell, Holmes Have 'Definite' Roster Construction Differences

The strategy the Detroit Lions have deployed in free agency this offseason has been debated by many pundits and supporters. With a core group of players that features All-Pro talent on both offense and defense, the free agency strategy has been a little head scratching.

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The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to catch at least 100 passes in a single season can you name in five minutes?

The '4,500-yard NFL passers' quiz

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The 'Active 10-TD rookie seasons' quiz

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / March 19

The Lions are bringing backf defensive lineman who could have a much bigger role in 2026

I don't know about you guys, but I've been banging this drum since the 2024 season when the Lions claimed him after Thanksgiving. This guy can play, and now that he's grown more, it's time to give him some more time on the field.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza's big issue among latest intel

Alabama QB Ty Simpson appears to be tumbling down draft boards

Steelers-Seahawks trade proposal lands Pittsburgh a second first-round pick

2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

Greg Dortch News / NHANFL / March 19

Lions Strike Deal with Greg Dortch: Detroit Adds Elite Slot Speed for 2026 Title Push

DETROIT, MI — The Detroit Lions secured a significant depth piece for their 2026 Super Bowl pursuit Wednesday. Wide receiver Greg Dortch signed a one-year contract to join Dan Campbell’s squad, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.

Myles Adams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 19

Lions Re-Sign DL Myles Adams

The Detroit Lions announced they have re-signed DL Myles Adams. Adams, 28, wound up going undrafted out of Rice back in April 2020. He later signed a rookie contract with the Panthers but was waived coming out of training camp.

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The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL season' quiz

Since 1990, 46 NFL running backs have led or tied for the lead in rushing touchdowns on the season. How many of these leaders can you name in five minutes?

Greg Dortch News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 19

Lions Signing Dortch Puts Writing On The Wall For This Second-Year Player

The Detroit Lions have made an addition to their receiving corps, and it could have a ripple effect on their depth. On Wednesday, the Lions signed veteran wide receiver Greg Dortch.

Brad Holmes News / Last Word On Sports / March 19

Did Brad Holmes Make A Free Agency Gamble That Will Cost The Lions?

Overall, Brad Holmes strategically addressed the Lions’ biggest roster gaps in free agency with low-cost acquisitions. However, one move looks like a risky gamble that might end up costing the team.

Isiah Pacheco News / Football Analysis / March 19

Pacheco Rejects Chiefs’ Return Pitch After Walker’s $43.05M Arrival And Heads To Detroit

Free agency opened, and Isiah Pacheco had a decision sitting on the table from the only NFL franchise he’d ever known. Kansas City put an offer in front of their running back during the negotiation window.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

Dan Campbell News / NHANFL / March 19

Detroit Lions 2026 Free Agency Grades: Dan Campbell Aggressively Reshapes Roster After Playoff Miss

DETROIT — The honeymoon is officially over. After a staggering 9-8 finish in 2025 that left them watching the playoffs from their couches, the Detroit Lions have spent the last week surgically removing the “complacency” Dan Campbell diagnosed in January.

Greg Dortch News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 19

Grading Detroit Lions Signing Wide Receiver Greg Dortch

The Detroit Lions’ decision to sign wide receiver Greg Dortch may not be flashy or steal headlines, but it represents a smart, calculated move that fits

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The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Active multi-TD-catch NFL games' quiz

The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

The 'Active 30-point triple-doubles' quiz

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 18

Lions’ biggest need to address in 2026 NFL Draft after failing to find it in free agency

The new NFL league year officially began exactly one week ago. Teams are now able to immediately confirm trades and free agent signings. One team that has had an active offseason is the Detroit Lions.

Jared Goff News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 18

Lions add new weapon for Jared Goff in former Cardinals receiver

NFL Free Agency is still moving along as veteran players are finding new homes or resigning with their former ballclubs. The Detroit Lions are making a potential underrated signing by bringing in a former playmaker for the Arizona Cardinals.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / March 18

Lions add their possible Kalif Raymond replacement and reunite Drew Petzing with one of his weapons

The Detroit Lions have made another signing. No, it's not an edge rusher, but it is a guy who can come in and do damage at a position of need. Return man.

Greg Dortch News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 18

Detroit Lions Sign Former Arizona Cardinals WR Greg Dortch

The Detroit Lions have added 27-year-old veteran Greg Dortch to the roster, as the former Arizona Cardinals wide receiver has inked a one-year deal to play in Motown in 2026.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / March 18

Former Tennessee QB Hendon Hooker reveals the part of his game that Lions HC Dan Campbell told him 'sucked' coming out of college

Former Tennessee Vols quarterback Hendon Hooker spent the first two seasons of his NFL career with the Detroit Lions. The Lions selected Hooker in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, but he was released last summer after failing to beat out Kyle Allen for the backup quarterback job.

Damone Clark News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 18

Grading Detroit Lions Signing Linebacker Damone Clark

The Detroit Lions have added another veteran presence to their defense by acquiring linebacker Damone Clark. Entering his fifth NFL season, Clark has suited up for the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans prior to coming to Detroit.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / March 18

The Lions finally add linebacker we all thought they'd draft in 2022

A bunch of my 2022 Detroit Lions mock drafts just finally came true on Wednesday. That's cool. Back in 2022, the Lions needed some linebacker help, and LSU's Damone Clark on day three felt like a perfect pickup for Detroit.

Daniel Thomas News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 18

Browns Signing S Daniel Thomas To Two-Year Deal

According to Mary Kay Cabot, the Browns are signing veteran S Daniel Thomas. Jeremy Fowler adds it’s a two-year contract for Thomas. He adds some experienced depth to Cleveland’s safety room and will also likely push for a role on special teams. Thomas, 27, was drafted by the Jaguars in the fifth round out of Auburn in 2020.