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

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

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Perfect Detroit Lions Trade Offer For Raiders Maxx Crosby

The Detroit Lions have the opportunity to significantly upgrade their defensive line, if Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby is available via trade.

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?

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The 'Super Bowl XLIX starters' quiz

How many of the starters from the last Super Bowl matchup between New England and Seattle (in 2015) can you name in six minutes?

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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.

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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 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 / Detroit Lions on SI / February 4

Is Zion Young Lions' Defensive End of Future?

The Detroit Lions are viewed as a team that could be in the market for help at the defensive end position. On one end of the defense, the Lions boast one of the NFL's most exciting pass-rushers in Aidan Hutchinson.

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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 / A to Z Sports / February 4

5 former Lions to play in the Super Bowl, including up and comer everyone in Detroit wanted to keep

The Super Bowl is this Sunday, and sadly for Detroit Lions fans, their team will not be playing in it. But, if you're one of those fans who likes to cheer for former Lions to go get their ring, you'll have the opportunity to do that on Sunday when the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks take the field.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 4

The smartest trade the Lions can make right now could solve a lot of problems now and in the future

There is one thing that the Detroit Lions need to solve more than anything else this offseason. That's finding their next center. The problem is, how are you going to do that?

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The 'Super Bowl XLIX starters' quiz

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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 4

The Lions would be wise to give two often injured players one more shot

Earlier this week, we learned that due to a rare cap quirk, both Levi Onwuzurike and Josh Paschal will remain under contract with the Detroit Lions in 2026 and won't become free agents.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 4

One Schematic Change Detroit Lions' Defense Can Make in 2026

It wouldn’t hurt the Lions to consider tweaking their defensive scheme in 2026. After finishing seventh in points against (20.1/game) in Aaron Glenn’s final season as defensive coordinator in 2024, Detroit dipped to 22nd in the league (24.3/g) this past season.

DK Metcalf News / 5 GOATs / February 3

Lions fan files $100 million defamation lawsuit against DK Metcalf, Chad Johnson, Shannon Sharpe

The infamous Detroit Lions fan that was assaulted by Pittsburgh Steelers receiver DK Metcalf during a game last season has filed a $100 million defamation lawsuit against Metcalf and others for statements suggesting he used racist language during the Dec.

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.

Alex Anzalone News / Last Word On Sports / February 1

Alex Anzalone’s Uncertain Future With the Detroit Lions

The Detroit Lions may need to prepare to enter next season without one of their go-to leaders during their rebuild. Lions five-time captain and defensive cornerstone Alex Anzalone is on the track to become a free agent this March.