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Lions' offense has the bones to be elite ahead of training camp

With preseason play set to begin in just three and a half weeks, the Lions' current roster has plenty of no-brainer locks, but still has enough intrigue in certain spots to warrant a deeper review.

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‘He Is Still The Best Lion In History’: Why Barry Sanders Is the Best No. 3 Pick in NFL History, per ESPN Expert

Barry Sanders has recently been recognized as the best No. 3 draft pick in NFL history by ESPN, a testament to his legendary status within the Detroit Lions franchise.

Detroit Lions News / Gridiron Heroics / July 8

‘A Dip Is Likely’: ESPN Predicts Fewer Touchdowns for Detroit Lions Star

As the 2025 NFL season approaches, there are certain expectations for Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs. After an impressive 2024 season, where he scored a franchise-record 20 touchdowns, analysts are now predicting a dip in his scoring for the upcoming year.

Aidan Hutchinson News / NFL Analysis Network / July 7

Aidan Hutchinson gives new fitness update ahead of Detroit Lions’ 2025 season, not concerned by double exit

Detroit Lions defensive star Aidan Hutchinson is feeling optimistic heading into the 2025 season. Up until his painful injury in Week 6 in 2024, Aidan Hutchinson was dominating for the Detroit Lions.

Chase Claypool News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL rookie TD reception leaders' quiz

How many of the NFL players with the most receiving touchdowns in their rookie seasons can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most receiving yards in one NFL game' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL total touchdown leaders' quiz

The 'Five or more 4 touchdown, 0 interception games by NFL quarterbacks' quiz

Jahmyr Gibbs News / Side Lion Report / July 7

Jahmyr Gibbs rushes into an elite tier in latest RB rankings

NFL executives, coaches, and scouts were recently asked by ESPN's Jeremy Fowler to rank the top 10 running backs in the NFL as we careen for the 2025 season, and Jahmyr Gibbs earned a ton of love from them.

Penei Sewell News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 7

All-NFC North Team: Lions Penei Sewell Is Unanimous Choice

The NFC North has seen lenty of change across the offensive lines of its four teams. Detroit saw the retirement of its perennial Pro Bowl center Frank Ragnow, while Chicago added multiple players who are viewed as upgrades to their previous options.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 7

Player tabbed Lions' most promising building block is no who you think it is

Since coming on as the Detroit Lions' general manager, in full concert with head coach Dan Campbell, Brad Holmes has had the draft at the core of how the roster is built.

Alim McNeill News / Side Lion Report / July 7

Big contract the Lions may have jumped the gun on has been called out by analyst

The Detroit Lions are clearly prioritizing rewarding "their own", as in player they've drafted and developed. To that end, they gave defensive tackle Alim McNeill a four-year, $97 million contract extension with a total of $55 million guaranteed last October.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 7

3 surprise cuts the Lions could make during training camp, and what needs to happen to make them

The Detroit Lions will report to training camp next week, and from there, we'll wonder about what the 53-man roster could look like by the time camp is over at the end of August.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 7

Lions' 2025 Opponent's All-Pro Returner Arrested Saturday

A Detroit Lions opponent is dealing with legal concerns surrounding one of their top special teams players. On Saturday, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver and punt returner KaVontae Turpin was arrested by police in Allen, Texas.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 7

Welcome to the Detroit Lions' TikTok era, why it's not the distraction some think it is

Generations are funny. Maybe it's just me, but it feels like bringing up generations has become a bigger thing than ever, and every generation is sure that they're the best one and the ones after them are collectively the worst.

Aidan Hutchinson News / Side Lion Report / July 7

Former Lion turned radio host gives Aidan Hutchinson some outside the box advice

If not for suffering a broken fibula and tibia in his left leg in Week 6 last season, Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson would have likely run away with Defensive Player of the Year.

Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / July 7

Lions News: Watch ST coordinator Dave Fipp live out lifetime dream

As the son of a Navy pilot, Detroit Lions special teams coordinator Dave Fipp got an unbelievable opportunity this offseason. Special teams coordinator Dave Fipp lived out his lifelong dream of riding along with Navy’s Blue Angels in a heartwarming video the Detroit Lions released on the Fourth of July.