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Lions' Penei Sewell not getting the Protector of the Year award might be the biggest snub of all time

NFL Honors went down on Thursday night, and the Detroit Lions had multiple players up for awards. The one award that made the most sense for the Lions to collect was the Protector of the Year award.

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Lions Fatal Flaws Likely Why OL Penei Sewell Snubbed For Award

Detroit Lions Penei Sewell had another solid season, even though he might not have felt that way, following a disappointing 2025 season for the team. At the NFL Honors awards show, many expected the former No.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 6

Everybody Is Saying Former Detroit Lions QB Is Hall of Famer

Former Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford won his first NFL MVP award following a dominant 2025 campaign with the Los Angeles Rams. After winning the award, pundits and fans have expressed there is now no doubt the former No.

Dan Skipper News / A to Z Sports / February 6

Dan Skipper could soon return to the Detroit Lions...sort of

Just a couple of weeks ago, Detroit Lions tackle Dan Skipper announced that he was retiring from the NFL. The fan favorite spent eight seasons as the Lions' swing tackle and stood in at left and right tackle as well as guard on occasion.

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The 'NFL active TD-pass leaders' quiz

Can you name the active NFL quarterbacks with at least 100 career touchdown passes?

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 6

Mock Draft Roundup: Lions Strengthen Cornerbacks Room

It's time for the sixth Detroit Lions OnSI mock draft roundup for the 2026 NFL Draft. Over the last week, the Lions have prioritized strengthening the cornerbacks room at No.

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The 25 greatest NFL teams that didn't win a Super Bowl

Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 5

Detroit Lions Name Next Tight Ends Coach

The Detroit Lions have found their next tight ends coach. According to NFL media, the decision has been made to promote Steve Oliver to replace Tyler Roehl, who departed after the 2025 season to become the offensive coordinator at Iowa State.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 5

'It sounds right' Aidan Hutchinson shares his thoughts on the Lions adding Maxx Crosby

One of the big things everyone is talking about on radio row at the Super Bowl this week is what's going on with Maxx Crosby and if the Las Vegas Raiders are indeed trading him, where is he going to wind up?

Jared Goff News / 5 GOATs / February 5

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit releases 2026 cover art featuring Christen Goff, wife of Lions QB Jared Goff

Four years after being named Sports Illustrated’s swimsuit co-rookie of the year following her magazine debut in 2022, Christen Goff is finally a true SI cover girl.

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 5

Eagles Star Cornerback Says Amon-Ra St. Brown Among Toughest to Cover

Five seasons into his NFL career, Amon-Ra St. Brown has established himself one of the game’s very best receivers. And Philadelphia Eagles star cornerback Cooper DeJean has certainly taken notice. Speaking on NBC Sports’ “PFT Live” with Chris Simms and Mike Florio from Super Bowl radio row, DeJean pointed to St.

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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.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 6

Raiders' Maxx Crosby has one preferred trade destination

In an interview with Yahoo Sports, NFL insider Jay Glazer poured gas on Raider Nation by stating that Crosby was "done" with the organization.

Five potential trade destinations for Raiders' Maxx Crosby

What Raiders reportedly may want in Maxx Crosby trade amid renewed Patriots rumors

Maxx Crosby makes feelings clear as Cavaliers land James Harden in major trade

25 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL offseason

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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 5

Detroit Lions Free Agency Profile: Alex Anzalone at the center of an offseason pivot

We're getting closer to NFL free agency opening, and over the next few weeks, you'll see the Detroit Lions begin to bring back some of their own players on new contracts.

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The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz

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David Montgomery News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 5

David Montgomery Addresses Reduced Carries in Detroit Lions Offense

The Detroit Lions have leaned on their run game throughout the Dan Campbell era, and David Montgomery has been a cornerstone of that effort. However, things changed somewhat for Montgomery in the 2025, as his snap count lessend as the regular season wore on.

David Montgomery News / A to Z Sports / February 4

Lions' David Montgomery might have just teased what his immediate future looks like

It's been the number one thing on the minds of Detroit Lions fans since about halfway through the season. What is going to happen with David Montgomery?

Maxx Crosby News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 4

Sources: If Traded, Detroit Lions Are 'First Choice' of Maxx Crosby

The Las Vegas Raiders and star defensive end Maxx Crosby could be parting ways this offseason. According to multiple sources with knowledge of the situation, if the decision is made by the Raiders front office to trade the 28-year-old, the Detroit Lions are Crosby's clear first choice.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 4

Lions Fan Wants to 'Restore The Truth,' Gives Defendants Two Options

The Detroit Lions fan suing for $100 million in a civil rights defamation lawsuit wants to restore the truth. It was alleged by Pittsburgh Steelers wideout DK Metcalf and repeated on the "Nightcap" podcast that Ryan Kennedy used racial slurs during in incident that occurred at Ford Field.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 4

Brian Burns Asks Detroit Lions Jared Goff Eye-Opening Question

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff is not known for being the most athletic quarterback in the National Football League. At the 2026 Pro Bowl games, it appeared the 31-year-old signal-caller was completely caught off guard when New York Giants defensive end Brian Burns asked an eye-opening question.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 4

5 Safeties Detroit Lions Could Target in 2026 Free Agency

Entering the 2025 NFL season, the Detroit Lions arguably held the top safety duo in the league with Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch. One season later, and it is apparent that the Lions need to turn their safety duo into a safety trio.

DK Metcalf News / Athlon Sports / February 4

Detroit Lions Fan Files Lawsuit Following DK Metcalf Incident

A Detroit Lions fan has filed a major lawsuit following a sideline incident involving DK Metcalf. The altercation took place during a Dec. 21 game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Detroit Lions.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 4

3 Lions cut candidates entering 2026 offseason

The 2025 season was a complete failure for the Detroit Lions. Detroit finished the regular season 9-8 and missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2022 season.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / February 3

5 Ways Detroit Lions Can Learn From Seahawks' Super Bowl LX Run

The Detroit Lions fell short of the Super Bowl yet again this season and have never qualified for the NFL's prestigious final game. The NFC will be represented by coach Mike MacDonald's Seattle Seahawks, a team few if anyone thought of as a serious contender heading into the 2025-26 season.

Levi Onwuzurike News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 2

Lions DT Levi Onwuzurike Remains Under Team Control For 2026 After Contract Tolls

Per Justin Rogers of the Detroit Football Network, Lions DT Levi Onwuzurike‘s contract tolled and he will remain under team control for 2026. Onwuzurike suffered a torn ACL in July and missed the entire season on the NFI list after signing a one-year deal.

Al-Quadin Muhammad News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

Al-Quadin Muhammad, One Free Agent The Detroit Lions Can’t Afford To Lose

One of the biggest challenges Brad Holmes faces this off-season is improving the Lions’ roster with a stretched-to-the-limit salary cap. Detroit has 48 free agents in 2026, and with the salary cap constraints, this limits the number of players the team can re-sign.