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The Lions are likely about to be more aggressive than ever in 2026

If there's one thing we know about Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell, it's that he's a pretty aggressive guy. The man loves to go for it on fourth down, fake punts, and do all kinds of dangerous things.

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Fred Warner Believes Lions Will Change Practices Due to Injuries

The Detroit Lions are a team that is known to conduct tough, competitive practices on a regular basis. Appearing on the latest St. Brown Bros. podcast

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 29

Detroit Lions 2025 Attendance Rankings Have Fatal Flaws

The Detroit Lions not only took a step back on the field in 2025, failing to make the playoffs for the first time since the 2022 season. They also, in fact, experienced a decline in attendance at Ford Field. After drawing the 12th-most fans at home in the NFL in 2024 (584,300), that number dipped to 27th this past season (516,719).

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The '100-yards + TD Conference Champ games' quiz

How many of the 53 players in NFL history rack up at least 100 receiving yards and catch a touchdown pass in a Conference Championship game can you name in seven minutes?

The 'Franchise passing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Fewest passing-yards by a Pro Bowler' quiz

The 'Defensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / January 29

3 Lions coaches who will soon be on everyone's lists for coordinator interviews

The Detroit Lions have formed themselves a pretty solid coaching staff after a big brain drain ahead of the 2025 season. This off-season, they've shown that just because the Lions weren't a playoff team, that doesn't mean that teams aren't interested in building and playing like them.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 29

Offensive tackle no longer seems like it has to be first round move for the Lions

The Detroit Lions need to fix their offensive line. That goes without saying. But how much of it really needs to be fixed? A center is definitely at the top of the list.

Dan Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 29

Dan Campbell Ranked Top NFL Coaching Hire in Last Five Years

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell has amassed a record of 48-36-1 (.571) in his first five seasons in Motown. ESPN NFL writer Bill Barnwell recently released a ranking of the 37 NFL head coaches hired in the past five seasons.

NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / January 29

The Lions spent extra time with one quarterback at the Shrine Bowl. He might not even get drafted

The Detroit Lions are targeting quarterback and edge rusher in the 2026 NFL Draft. Backup quarterback Kyle Allen is leaving in free agency. Al-Quadin Muhammad is also headed to free agency, leaving Aidan Hutchinson without an edge rush partner.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 29

Statistical Comparison Between John Morton, Lions OC Drew Petzing

The Detroit Lions have a new face leading their offense in former Arizona Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing. Detroit made the hire of Petzing official earlier this week, cementing him as the leader of the offensive unit alongside head coach Dan Campbell.

Penei Sewell News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 28

Penei Sewell highlights Protector of the Year award finalists

The end of the season in the NFL is always an exciting time, both for the Super Bowl and for the NFL awards that get handed out. This season, the league added a new award with the Protector of the Year honor, given to the best offensive lineman in football.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 28

Lions’ 7-round 2026 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator

The Detroit Lions fell short of their own expectations in 2025. Detroit went 9-8 and missed the playoffs despite winning 15 games and securing the No. 1 seed in the NFC last year.

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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.

Brad Holmes News / Total Apex Sports / January 28

Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes Breaks Silence On New Offensive Coaches

The Detroit Lions offense took a lot of heat from fans and analysts in 2025. It caused the team to overhaul the offensive staff which led to many wondering, who would really be controlling the offense.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 28

Lions Have Not Come Close to Building Championship Defense

Five years into the Dan Campbell-Brad Holmes era, the Detroit Lions have failed to build a strong enough defense to hoist the Lombardi Trophy. This isn't to discount the job Holmes has done transforming the Lions from NFL laughingstocks into perennial playoff contenders.

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The '14-win NFL quarterbacks' quiz

The 'Youngest Conference Champ QBs' quiz

The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz

The 'NFL undrafted receiving leaders' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 28

3 Veteran Coaches Lions Could Add to Aid Kelvin Sheppard

Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard went through highs and lows in his first year in the role. Replacing Aaron Glenn, who had held the role for the last four seasons, was no easy task.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / January 28

4 veteran defensive coaches the Lions should consider adding to their staff to help Kelvin Sheppard

The Detroit Lions are really building out their offensive coaching staff right now, and one of the biggest questions I keep getting is why the Lions aren't doing anything on the defensive side of the ball.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 28

The Lions could welcome back former Jets OC with an open spot he perfectly fits

The Detroit Lions are currently in the process of filling out their coaching staff for the 2026 season with the additions of both Drew Petzing and Mike Kafka, but they're not done yet.

Alex Anzalone News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 27

Alex Anzalone Reveals How Quick Free Agents Make Decisions

Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone has responded to a recent free agency rumor regarding where he could wind up for the upcoming 2026 NFL season. NFL reporter Tony Pauline reported recently Anzalone was expected to be courted heavily by the New York Jets, and the likelihood was strong he would end up playing for the AFC East squad in 2026.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 27

Underwhelmed by Lions hiring Drew Petzing as OC? Mike Kafka addition erases doubts

The Detroit Lions have to be disappointed with how the 2025 season turned out. Detroit finished the regular season 9-8 and missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2022 season.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 27

Former Detroit Lions Passing Game Coordinator Departs Jets

Former Detroit Lions passing game coordinator Tanner Engstrand had a brief stint with the New York Jets as their offensive coordinator. According to multiple reports, Engstrand and the Jets have made the decision to mutually part ways, after only one season in his role as leader of the offense.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 27

What We Learned About Lions Mike Kafka From Expert Giants Reporter

NFL reporter Patricia Traina covers the New York Giants On Sports Illustrated. She answered five questions about new Detroit Lions offensive coach Mike Kafka.

Detroit Lions News / Total Pro Sports / January 27

Detroit Lions Announce Strange Move That Has Their Entire Fanbase Confused

The Detroit Lions announced an interesting coaching hire that is already receiving immense backlash from fans. Dan Campbell’s Detroit Lions were arguably the NFL’s biggest disappointment of the 2025 season.

Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / January 26

Lions hire former NFL interim coach for interesting role

Former New York Giants interim head coach Mike Kafka is leaving the organization for a new opportunity. Kafka is taking an offensive assistant job with the Detroit Lions, according to Jordan Ranaan of ESPN.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / January 26

Lions To Add Mike Kafka, Retain Jim O’Neil

The Lions made their offensive coordinator choice recently, tabbing Drew Petzing to call plays in 2026. But they are adding another seasoned play-caller to their staff.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 26

Lions Adding Former Giants OC Mike Kafka To Coaching Staff

According to Tom Pelissero, the Lions will be adding former Giants OC Mike Kafka to the coaching staff. He adds Kafka will have a high-ranking role. Detroit has already filled its offensive coordinator vacancy by hiring Drew Petzing, and he’ll take over play-calling duties from HC Dan Campbell.

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / Total Pro Sports / January 24

Amon-Ra St. Brown Has the Perfect 4-Word Clapback to the Crazed Man Plowing Vehicle Through Detroit Airport While Wearing His Lions Jersey

Detroit Lions star wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown reacted to a wild incident involving him on Saturday. A man wearing a Lions jersey crashed his vehicle into Detroit Metro Airport on Friday, which caused an emergency response and an investigation by authorities.

Dan Skipper News / Pro Football Rumors / January 22

Lions OL Dan Skipper Announces Retirement

Lions offensive lineman Dan Skipper announced his retirement via Instagram on Thursday. The 31-year-old spent time with seven different teams in his seven-year career, though he is best known for his time in Detroit.