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Lions adding hyrbrid defensive back to their secondary, where he fits in

The Detroit Lions could use some secondary help for sure at both slot cornerback and safety, and they're adding that help by signing a hybrid of both those things.

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Bucs To Meet With Al-Quadin Muhammad

Coming off a career-best season, Al-Quadin Muhammad is generating free agency interest. The veteran edge rusher is set to meet with the Buccaneers, NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero tweets.

Isiah Pacheco News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 12

Next move Lions must make after signing Isiah Pacheco in 2026 NFL free agency

The Detroit Lions have already experienced a lot of turnover during the 2026 offseason. Detroit traded away David Montgomery and released veteran left tackle Taylor Decker, signaling a changing of the guard in 2026.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 12

Detroit Lions Will Re-Sign Tom Kennedy, Trevor Nowaske

The Detroit Lions will re-sign two restricted free agents, after both were not tendered RFA contracts by the start of the new league year. Wide receiver Tom Kennedy and linebacker Trevor Nowaske will continue their career in Motown, according to those with knowledge of the situation.

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The likely reason why the Lions haven't signed an edge rusher yet

Three days have come and gone in free agency, and the Detroit Lions have been active, but not as active as maybe fans hoped they would be. Of course, we're back to talking about the one position that has been on the minds of Lions fans for the last couple of years.

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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.

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Detroit Lions Projected Depth Chart After Early 2026 Free Agency

The new NFL season officially began Wednesday with the start of the new league year. As a result, transactions and signings agreed to throughout the offseason became official at 4 p.m.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / March 12

Best remaining free agents for the Detroit Lions after Day 3 of free agency

Three days of free agency are out of the way, and now that the new league year has started, all transactions from here on out are official. There are still plenty of holes the Lions need to fill, and there are still plenty of players left who can fill them.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 12

Detroit Lions Do Not Tender Two Restricted Free Agents

The Detroit Lions have made a decision on wide receiver Tom Kennedy and linebacker Trevor Nowaske. As of the official start of the new league year, both were not tendered contract offers, allowing them both to test the waters with other NFL teams.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / March 11

Lions release one of their former second-round picks

NFL free agency has officially begun, and the first thing the Lions did once the new league year started was release their 2022 second-round pick. If you've

Josh Paschal News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 11

Detroit Lions Release DL Josh Paschal

The Detroit Lions have made a decision of defensive lineman Josh Paschal. After being selected in the second-round of the 2022 NFL Draft, things just did not workout for the talented defensive lineman.

Tyrus Wheat News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 11

Exploring Impact of Detroit Lions DE Tyrus Wheat Departing

The Detroit Lions currently only have four defensive linemen signed to contracts. Tyrus Wheat was a player the team did not offer a new contract to. The restricted free agent has reportedly agreed to a one-year contract with the Dallas Cowboys worth $1,755,000.

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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.

NFL News / 5 GOATs / March 11

Report: Dallas Cowboys bringing back DE Tyrus Wheat after brief stint with Detroit Lions

The Dallas Cowboys are expected to sign former Detroit Lions defensive end Tyrus Wheat, according to Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports. Wheat is a familiar face, having spent the 2023 and 2024 seasons in Dallas.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 11

Detroit Lions Biggest Roster Hole That Still Hasn't Been Addressed

The Detroit Lions have focused almost exclusively on the offensive side of the ball throughout the first two days of the NFL's legal tampering period. Aside from re-signing a pair of defenders, the Lions have prioritized retooling their offense through the early part of free agency.

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Jared Goff News / Athlon Sports / March 11

Lions Make Jared Goff Decision After $40 Million Move

Jared Goff's 2025 campaign looked solid on paper, finishing with 4,564 passing yards, 34 touchdowns, and eight interceptions on a 68% completion rate.

Maxx Crosby News / Last Word On Sports / March 11

Will Detroit Lions Re-Enter The Maxx Crosby Sweepstakes?

The NFL universe experienced shockwaves Tuesday night. News of Maxx Crosby’s trade to the Baltimore Ravens being nixed reverberated across the league. The trade, which sent Crosby from the Las Vegas Ravens to Baltimore for two first-round picks, was canceled after Baltimore claimed Crosby failed his physical.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 11

How Detroit Lions Could Allocate More NFL Salary Cap Space

The Detroit Lions have offiically added $32 million in new salary cap space. Restructuring the contract of veteran quarterback Jared Goff ties the team to the former No.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / March 11

Detroit Lions Free Agency Day Two Recap

Day two of the NFL’s free agency bash continued to see players switching teams at a furious pace. The league’s “legal tampering” period definitely hasn’t disappointed over the first 48 hours.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / March 11

Why Brad Holmes’ Signing Cade Mays Is A Good Fit for the Lions

Yesterday, Brad Holmes significantly strengthened the Detroit Lions’ biggest area of need, the offensive line, by acquiring new starting center Cade Mays.

Rock Ya-Sin News / Pro Football Rumors / March 10

Lions To Re-Sign CB Rock Ya-Sin

Rock Ya-Sin emerged as a key part of the Lions’ secondary in 2025, and he is now set to reprise his role in 2026. The veteran cornerback is expected to sign a one-year, $4MM deal to remain in Detroit, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

Malcolm Rodriguez News / Pro Football Rumors / March 10

Lions, Malcolm Rodriguez Agree To Deal

Alex Anzalone will not be back with the Lions in 2026. The opposite is true for Malcolm Rodriguez, though, with NFL insider Jordan Schultz reporting he has agreed to a one-year deal.

Detroit Lions News / Gridiron Heroics / March 10

Detroit Lions: Land 2x-Super Bowl Redemption Candidate

The Detroit Lions needed to address the running back position after trading David Montgomery to the Houston Texans, since their depth outside Jahmyr Gibbs is weak and could use a new partner in crime.

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