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On YouTubeDetroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 8
One Perfect Late-Round Linebacker For Lions in 2026 NFL Draft
As the NFL Draft gets closer by the day, the Detroit Lions look to put the finishing touches on their draft board and prepare for the three-day selection process.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 8
Early Hint When Detroit Lions 2026 Schedule Will Be Released
The Detroit Lions 2026 NFL schedule will have the potential to be advantageous for head coach Dan Campbell. After finishing in last place in the NFC North, the Lions' will play a fourth-place schedule this season.
Brad Holmes News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 8
Ranking Brad Holmes' Detroit Lions First-Round Draft Picks
Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes is gearing up to run his sixth draft later this month. Holmes has made seven first-round picks over the course of his tenure, with his eighth set to be the No.
The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?
Detroit Lions News / Total Apex Sports / April 7
Detroit Lions Host Veteran Defensive Lineman For Free Agent Visit
The Detroit Lions continue to evaluate veteran talent ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft. The team recently hosted free agent defensive tackle Jay Tufele for a visit, signaling a clear intent to bolster their defensive front.
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.
Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 7
Lions 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup with pre-draft cycle ending
The Detroit Lions have responded well after a disappointing 2025 campaign. Detroit acted with urgency during NFL free agency, filling the roster with depth and competition at almost every position.
Jake Burton News / SNOWBOARDER / April 7
Burton CEO John Lacy Will Leave Company After 29 Years of Service
The CEO of Burton got his start answering customer service calls. Now, after 29 years at the company, he’ll move on to the next chapter. Lacy became CEO in February 2020.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 7
Detroit Lions WR Says Offense Will Not 'Click Right Away'
Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown will have had five different offensive play-callers, by the time the 2026 NFL season officially kicks off in September.
Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / April 7
The Ugly Business Of Detroit Lions Football
When the Detroit Lions released 10-year veteran tackle Taylor Decker, fans strongly objected, feeling team management mishandled the situation. Decker’s release was viewed as disrespectful and unappreciative of the 10-year veteran’s contribution and personal sacrifice.
Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 7
Peter Schrager’s mock draft gives Lions the ‘most Dan Campbell player in class’
The Detroit Lions showed some urgency during NFL free agency. If Detroit shows the same level of urgency during the 2026 NFL Draft, they could be in for a deep playoff run next season.
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.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 7
Execs More Concerned About Detroit Lions Coaches Than 2026 Roster
This offseason for the Detroit Lions was about getting younger and retooling a roster that featured a solid core group of players. The first phase of free agency saw the team bolster the secondary and add depth to several key position groups.
Dan Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 7
Insider Reveals Lions Mock Draft That Targets 'Dan Campbell' Player
The Detroit Lions have been linked to many offensive tackles in the early wave of mock drafts released. ESPN NFL insider Peter Schrager spent the week at the owners meetings in Arizona learning as much as he could about the upcoming NFL Draft.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 7
4 under-the-radar edge rushers the Lions could wait and take outside of the first round in the 2026 NFL Draft, and win big with
In just over two weeks, the Detroit Lions will be on the clock in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, and every Lions fan will tell you that this team needs an edge rusher and they need one badly.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 7
Breaking down what the Lions’ depth chart looks like before the 2026 NFL Draft, the defensive goals for the draft seem clearer than ever
The 2026 NFL Draft is just 17 days away, and before you know it, things are going to look a lot different for the Detroit Lions. Before we get there, let’s take one more look at the Lions’ depth chart before then and see what’s changed in the last couple of weeks, where the Lions added more help to their secondary.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 7
The Detroit Lions are extremely well prepared in case they have their worst nightmare with Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph
If there’s one thing that Detroit Lions fans have talked about more than edge rushers this offseason, it is the status of Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph and their injuries.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 6
The Lions’ latest signing could point to Detroit finally giving fans their dream haul in the 2026 NFL Draft
The Detroit Lions have put a ton of work into their secondary during free agency, and now they’re adding another piece before the 2026 NFL Draft. Well, bringing one back might be a better way to put it.
Avonte Maddox News / Pro Football Rumors / April 6
Lions Re-Sign DB Avonte Maddox
Avonte Maddox is signing up for another season in Detroit. The Lions announced Monday they agreed to terms to bring back the veteran defensive back. The longtime Eagles slot defender played 14 games, starting three, with the Lions last season.
NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 6
Perfect Late-Round Offensive Tackle Fit for Detroit Lions
Memphis Tigers offensive tackle Travis Burke, a physically-imposing Day 3 prospect, checks in at 6-foot-9, 325 pounds with roughly an 83-inch wingspan.
Dexter Lawrence News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 6
Examining If Lions Could Be in Market For Giants DT Dexter Lawrence
The Detroit Lions are certainly a team that could benefit from the services of New York Giants 28-year-old defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence. According to multiple reports, Lawrence has made the decision to request a trade.
Taylor Decker News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 6
Taylor Decker Won’t Play For Bears Or Packers?
The Lions granted LT Taylor Decker‘s request to be released this offseason after the team approached him about a pay cut. Appearing on the Lions Collective podcast, Lions beat writer Justin Rogers spoke on Decker’s future after interviewing him for an article.
Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / April 6
The Detroit Lions Must Move Penei Sewell To Left Tackle
Penei Sewell was the first draft pick of the Brad Holmes/Dan Campbell era in Detroit. Viewed as a building block for a rebuilding franchise, Sewell has been everything the Lions hoped for and more.
Jahmyr Gibbs News / Larry Brown Sports / April 4
Jahmyr Gibbs could have a new role for the Lions in 2026
The Detroit Lions may really be trying to maximize what they have in Jahmyr Gibbs. Lions head coach Dan Campbell spoke to reporters this week at NFL League Meetings.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / April 3
Lions HC Dan Campbell issues Jahmyr Gibbs warning for rest of NFL
While the Detroit Lions are coming off a disappointing season that they ended with a record of 9-8, Gibbs cemented his status as one of the NFL's most dynamic playmakers.
DK Metcalf News / Yardbarker / April 1
NFL amends 'DK Metcalf rule' that could lead to further ejections, penalties
The altercation between Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf and a Detroit Lions fan late in the 2025 NFL season has prompted a rule change for the 2026 season.
Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / April 1
Lions get called out for demanding money back from former star
The Detroit Lions’ longstanding policy toward retired players is once again the source of controversy for the team.
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