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It's time for the second Detroit Lions OnSI mock draft roundup for the 2026 NFL Draft. Over the last week, the Lions have prioritized stabilizing both sides of the line at No.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 11

Detroit Lions Final 2025 Rookie Report Card

The Detroit Lions 2025 rookie draft class has the potential to produce a handful of key contributors in the not too distant future. Early picks were able to gain valuable playing experience, while late-round picks had to deal with injuries and spent the season steadily developing on the team's practice squad.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 11

Fact or Fiction: Should Lions Have Kept Ben Johnson, Fired Dan Campbell?

The Detroit Lions are coming off of a 2025 season in which both the head coach and general manager gave themselves failing grades. Things are looking quite

Nico Collins News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

Currently, 38 active NFL players have had multiple seasons with 1,000 or more receiving yards. How many can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most receiving yards in an NFL game by franchise' quiz

The '14-reception NFL games' quiz

The '100-scrimmage-yard games since 2023' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 11

Six Free Agents Fits for Lions in Sunday Wild Card Games

The Detroit Lions are on the lookout for potential roster upgrades after missing the postseason in 2025. On Sunday, the Lions along with the rest of the league will have the opportunity to take in three games of playoff action.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 10

Lions David Shaw Interviews With NFC South Team

The Detroit Lions have multiple assistants who are drawing interest for coordinator positions across the NFL. In addition to special teams assistant Jett Modkins interviewing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Special Teams Coordinator, passing game coordinator David Shaw has received a look.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 10

Lions' Special Teams Assistant Interviews for Buccaneers Vacancy

The Detroit Lions had to deal with plenty of coaching turnover last offseason, and head coach Dan Campbell is no stranger to other teams having interest in his assistants.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 10

DE or OL: Analyst Discusses Early Lions 2026 Draft Priority

The Detroit Lions are preparing for what could be a pivotal offseason. Detroit missed the playoffs for the first time since 2022 this season, and now general manager Brad Holmes will have to add players capable of helping the team in the offseason through free agency and the NFL Draft.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 10

Pros and Cons of Detroit Lions Hiring Tee Martin as OC

As the Detroit Lions continue their search for a new offensive coordinator, Baltimore Ravens quarterbacks coach Tee Martin has emerged as a viable candidate. Martin brings an intriguing combination of NFL and college coaching experience.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 10

Four Detroit Lions Were Named All-Pros

The Detroit Lions had a total of four players land on the 2025 All-Pro team. On the first-team, as voted by the Associated Press, linebacker Jack Campbell and offensive lineman Penei Sewell were recognized for their efforts this past season.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / January 10

4 Lions named to 2025 ALL-Pro team, 2 Lions are making their first appearance

It's that time of the year again. The Associated Press has named its first and second team All-Pros. Last year, the Lions had six players make the All-Pro team.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 10

Six Free Agent Fits for Lions in Saturday Wild Card Games

The Detroit Lions are on the outside looking in on the playoff picture for the first time since 2022. Finishing 9-8 and in last place in the NFC North, the Lions have missed the postseason and as a result will be watching as the remaining 14 teams battle it out for a Lombardi Trophy.

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The 'NFL Playoff rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Last QB to win a playoff game by team' quiz

The '2025 leading receiver by team' quiz

The 'NFL passing TD leaders by year' quiz

David Blough News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 9

Commanders Promoting Asst. David Blough As Offensive Coordinator

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the Commanders are promoting assistant coach David Blough as their new offensive coordinator under Dan Quinn. Blough reportedly had interest from the Lions for their offensive coordinator job, so the Commanders clearly moved quickly to retain their up-and-coming coach before someone else hired him away.

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / A to Z Sports / January 9

Lions to interview Amon-Ra St. Brown's former receivers coach for offensive coordinator job

The interviews are flying in. New just broke that the Detroit Lions will interview Seattle Seahawks passing game coordinator Jake Peetz. We already knew they’ve set up an interview with Washington Commanders quarterbacks coach David Blough, and they’ve reached out to former Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel.

David Montgomery News / Last Word On Sports / January 9

Lions GM Hints At David Montgomery Trade: 'Discussions We’re Going to Have'

The Detroit Lions missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2022 season, and this disappointing campaign could usher in an offseason David Montgomery trade.

Brad Holmes News / Last Word On Sports / January 9

Grading Detroit Lions 2025 Season A Failure, Brad Holmes Plans Changes

Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes held his end-of-season press conference on Thursday afternoon. Holmes was very forthcoming about grading his own performance

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / January 9

Lions may look to trade undervalued RB to fix their roster

Likely to make some hard decisions this offseason, the Lions could trade away some of their best players.

Mike McDaniel contacted by Lions for OC job hours after firing

Dan Campbell seems to assign blame after Lions miss the playoffs

The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

The '2025-26 NFL rushing TD leaders' quiz

David Montgomery News / Pro Football Rumors / January 9

Lions Could Trade RB David Montgomery

After firing John Morton on Tuesday, the Lions are on the hunt for a new offensive coordinator. Commanders assistant quarterbacks coach (and former Lions QB) David Blough and ex-Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel have emerged as early candidates.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 8

Lions’ Brad Holmes knows he and Dan Campbell failed 2025 season together

With the Detroit Lions making moves after missing the playoffs, general manager Brad Holmes has conducted his end-of-season press conference, where he expressed his immense disappointment with how the year transpired.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / January 8

The Lions trading David Montgomery is more on the table than ever after Brad Holmes' comments

One of the things that every Detroit Lions fan talked about a lot this year was David Montgomery and the fact that he just wasn't getting a lot of carries or time on the field.

Taylor Decker News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 7

Lions LT Taylor Decker Unsure About Playing In 2026

Lions LT Taylor Decker played through a shoulder injury this season, and with next season being his 11th, he told reporters that he is unsure if he will continue, given the toll the last decade has taken on his body.

David Blough News / Pro Football Rumors / January 6

David Blough A Candidate For Lions’ Offensive Coordinator Job

Former Lions quarterback David Blough could return to the organization as a coach. Blough, the Commanders’ assistant quarterbacks coach, is a candidate to become the Lions’ offensive coordinator, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / January 7

Lions eyeing former Detroit QB for OC job

The Detroit Lions are considering a familiar face for their newly opened coaching vacancy. The Lions on Tuesday reportedly fired offensive coordinator John Morton after his lone season with the team.

Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / January 6

Lions have fired one of their coaches

The Detroit Lions are making a significant change to their coaching staff after falling short of expectations in 2025. The Lions are firing offensive coordinator John Morton after just one season, according to multiple reports.

Dan Campbell News / Yardbarker / January 6

Dan Campbell seems to assign blame after Lions miss the playoffs

Shortly before the Detroit Lions ended their disappointing season with a Week 18 win, Lions head coach Dan Campbell suggested that the club hit "rock bottom" during a campaign it finished with a record of 9-8.

Terrible NFC South should lead NFL to reconsider Lions rule change

The 'NFL season receptions leaders' quiz