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Most Unexpected Performances from Lions Preseason Loss to Bengals

The Detroit Lions dropped their first preseason game on the road to the Cincinnati Bengals, as Dan Campbell's team struggled to move the ball for most of the night, and will look to bounce back next Saturday against the Washington Commanders.

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The Good, Bad and Ugly From Detroit Lions Preseason Loss to Bengals

On Thursday, the Detroit Lions saw their first action of the year with the preseason opener. While the Lions sat many of their starters, the loss did not sting any less as they fell 16-14 to the Bengals.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 14

One Lions player may have earned a 53-man roster spot Thursday without doing much on the stat sheet — he did everything, but also nothing

One Detroit Lions player may have won himself a 53-man roster spot Thursday night while barely showing up on the stat sheet. One catch. 14 yards. That’s about all you’ll see in the box score.

Brad Holmes News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 14

Biggest Loser From Lions Preseason Loss To Bengals Is Brad Holmes

The Detroit Lions have plenty to clean up after suffering a 16-14 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in their preseason opener Thursday night. It was a sloppy game for Dan Campbell's squad, which committed three turnovers, including a Luke Altmyer interception on the game-opening drive.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

How many of the 2008 Week 1 NFL starting quarterbacks can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz

The 'Four NFL passing-touchdown game leaders' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 14

Lions could cut ties with offseason signing pick after 'up and down' showing

Detroit signed the player, a former second-round pick by the Tennessee Titans, to a one-year, $1.4 million deal this offseason.

Ahmed Hassanein has surprise breakout performance in Lions' preseason game

Why the Lions are most likely worst-to-first team in the NFL

Is Lions HC Dan Campbell's job in jeopardy?

The 'Active 3-TD pass NFL games' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 14

Detroit Lions practice squad prediction after first preseason game: Several intriguing players may not be going anywhere

The Detroit Lions are going to cut some intriguing players — but that doesn’t mean they’re all leaving Detroit. There are 16 players who could miss the 53-man roster and still have a future here.

Ahmed Hassanein News / A to Z Sports / August 14

Lions Film Study: Ahmed Hassanein had 2 sacks against the Bengals, but the film shows something even more exciting

Ahmed Hassanein had 2 sacks against the Bengals. The Detroit Lions should be even MORE excited about what happened on the plays that didn’t become sacks.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 14

The Detroit Lions’ biggest risers and fallers after Week 3 on our bubble pressure meter: 3 players are now off the bubble, and a former Day 2 pick is in danger

The Detroit Lions’ roster bubble changed dramatically after one preseason game. Three players have played their way completely OFF the bubble. Others are suddenly looking safe.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 14

Mike Macdonald explains why Seahawks signed Terrion Arnold despite legal case

In one of the most controversial moves of the offseason, the defending champions are adding more talent.

Seahawks willing to take chances with Terrion Arnold signing

Is Lions HC Dan Campbell's job in jeopardy?

Why the Lions are most likely worst-to-first team in the NFL

The 'Super Bowl coaches since 2000' quiz

Dan Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 14

Everything Dan Campbell Said After Lions Preseason Loss to Bengals

Here is everything head coach Dan Campbell told reporters, following the Detroit Lions 16-14 preseason loss to the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / A to Z Sports / August 14

Detroit Lions Week 1 depth chart prediction after first preseason game: A few starting jobs have changed dramatically

The Detroit Lions’ Week 1 depth chart looks VERY different after one preseason game. Multiple starting jobs have flipped, one position battle suddenly isn’t much of a battle, and a few projected starters from a month ago have been pushed down.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 14

Detroit Lions 53-Man Roster Prediction After Preseason Opener: A few shocking cuts we didn’t think would happen are becoming hard to ignore

The Detroit Lions’ 53-man roster is starting to take shape — and some cuts that would’ve sounded CRAZY a month ago are suddenly becoming hard to ignore.

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The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

The 'Last 200-yard rusher by team' quiz

The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most 400-yard NFL games' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 14

Grades: Detroit Lions Make Too Many Mistakes Against Bengals

The Detroit Lions played their first game of the preseason Thursday night, taking on the Cincinnati Bengals. In an effort that was mostly a depth showcase with many starters sitting out, the Lions were sluggish throughout the game with some big moments mixed in.

Terrion Arnold News / Larry Brown Sports / August 14

Terrion Arnold makes decision on his NFL future

Former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold plans to sign a one-year contract with the Seattle Seahawks, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported on Thursday night.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 14

Lions optimistic about young cornerback after picking up preseason injury

Detroit Lions young cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. left Thursday’s preseason opener against the Cincinnati Bengals after suffering an injury in the second quarter, but both Rakestraw and head coach Dan Campbell indicated afterward that the issue was not considered serious.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 13

Ahmed Hassanein has surprise breakout performance in Lions' preseason game

Ahmed Hassanein had the kind of game that could move him up on the depth chart.

Is Lions HC Dan Campbell's job in jeopardy?

Why the Lions are most likely worst-to-first team in the NFL

Ranking which 2025 last-place NFL team is most likely to make the playoffs in 2026

The '2023 NFL sack leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 13

Seahawks willing to take chances with Terrion Arnold signing

If there wasn't enough attention on the Seattle Seahawks this preseason, the defending Super Bowl champions put themselves even more in the NFL spotlight on Thursday.

There might be a surprising trade suitor for Vikings' J.J. McCarthy

McCarthy makes feelings on future clear after losing job to Kyler Murray

Saints hit with concerning injury to rookie WR Jordyn Tyson

Christian Gonzalez has one condition to sign a new deal with Patriots

Three teams that could still trade for Raiders' Maxx Crosby

J.J. McCarthy News / Yardbarker / August 13

There might be a surprising trade suitor for Vikings' J.J. McCarthy

Kyler Murray will start the season as Kevin O'Connell's starting quarterback, with McCarthy as the primary backup.

NFL insiders share blunt takes about future of J.J. McCarthy

Vikings' J.J. McCarthy makes feelings on future clear after losing starting job to Kyler Murray

NFL GM drops big J.J. McCarthy landing spot prediction after Vikings snub

The '1K-rusher and 500-yard receiver' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 13

Why the Lions are most likely worst-to-first team in the NFL

In the NFL, fortunes can change almost overnight. A team that finishes last in its division one year can be playing for a division title the next. The Detroit Lions the most compelling candidate to make that jump in 2026.

Three NFL teams whose seasons are already in big trouble before Week 1

Is Lions HC Dan Campbell's job in jeopardy?

Lions HC Dan Campbell plans to 'push' RB Jahmyr Gibbs to reach a new level

The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / August 12

Lions Not Close On Extensions With TE Sam LaPorta, S Brian Branch; Latest On Jahmyr Gibbs’ Extension

In extending Jack Campbell and Jahmyr Gibbs, the Lions have checked off two key contract items from their offseason to-do list. While both first-rounders from Detroit’s impact 2023 draft class have been paid, the second-rounders — Sam LaPorta and Brian Branch — are entering contract years.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 12

Is Lions HC Dan Campbell's job in jeopardy?

The Detroit Lions are under pressure. It doesn't take a football expert to see that. This team has one of the best offenses in the NFL. They were top in the NFC North during the 2024-25 season and were almost unstoppable.

Lions HC Dan Campbell plans to 'push' RB Jahmyr Gibbs to reach a new level

Lions already have an injury replacement for Cade Mays

Lions quickly find replacement for Teddy Bridgewater with QB signing

Three NFL teams whose seasons are already in big trouble before Week 1

The 'QBs and coaches from the 1991 NFL playoff teams' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 11