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The Detroit Lions did not expect to be sitting home when the 2025 NFL playoffs began. A challenging season concluded with the team only winning a total of nine games.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 17

Former Detroit Lions OC John Morton Lands With Playoff Team

Earlier this week, former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator John Morton was spotted in Denver working with a Broncos team that was preparing to face the Buffalo Bills.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / January 17

Former Lions' OC John Morton has already landed a new job with a playoff team

The Detroit Lions are on the lookout for their next offensive coordinator since letting John Morton go after just one season on the job. So far, there are six candidates, and we'll see who they pick.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 17

Mock Draft Roundup: Lions Nab No. 1 Cornerback

It's time for the third Detroit Lions OnSI mock draft roundup for the 2026 NFL Draft. Over the last week, the Lions have prioritized strengthening both their cornerbacks group and offensive line at No.

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Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?

Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.

Aaron Glenn News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 16

Aaron Glenn May Poach Detroit Lions Defensive Coach

The New York Jets have completed a round of interviews for their vacant defensive coordinator position. Among those interviewed were Detroit Lions defensive assistant/safeties coach Jim O'Neil.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 16

Detroit Lions Target Utah RT in Latest Draft Network Mock Draft

In the latest round of NFL mock drafts being released, several draft analysts have projected that the Detroit Lions will target an offensive lineman with the 17th overall pick.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 16

Exploring 2025 NFL Season of Lions QB Jared Goff By the Numbers

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff was still able to lead the offense to a significant amount of success in 2025, despite a revamped offensive line that struggled with consistency.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 16

What Detroit Lions GM Has 'Antennas Peaked' For During Draft Process

The Detroit Lions have not had the most success in the past couple of NFL drafts. General manager Brad Holmes was able to stock the roster full of core talent from 2021-2023.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 16

Lions Season Award Winners: MVP, CPOY, DPOY, OPOY, DROY, OROY, COTY

The Detroit Lions had an underwhelming 2025 season relative to their lofty expectations, but there were several individual performances worth celebrating.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 16

Pros and Cons of Detroit Lions Hiring Zac Robinson as OC

The Detroit Lions’ hunt for their next offensive coordinator could lead them to an intriguing name: Zac Robinson. Robinson is a rising offensive mind with

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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 / Pro Football Rumors / January 15

Lions To Conduct Zac Robinson OC Interview; Team Requests Arthur Smith Meeting

The Lions‘ search for a new offensive coordinator continues to expand. Current Falcons OC Zac Robinson is the latest candidate to line up an interview.

John Harbaugh News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 15

Why Giants Hiring John Harbaugh Is Problematic For Detroit Lions

The Detroit Lions are banking on a rebound season in 2026, following a 9-8 record in 2025. Supporters are banking on the team rebounding after making some changes to their roster, coaching staff and for playing a fourth-place NFL schedule.

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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / January 15

Former Lions edge rusher, everyone had high hopes for, was selected in the UFL Draft, could earn another chance in Detroit

Things don't always work out the way you hoped they would. Sometimes it appears that a player is ready to take the next step and become a significant part of a team, and it happens.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 15

Lions Request to Interview Steelers Offensive Coordinator

Add Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith to the list of names the Detroit Lions are interested in speaking to regarding their vacancy.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 15

The Moment Everything Unraveled for the Lions This Season

The Detroit Lions had a disappointing end to the 2025 season, and ultimately missed the postseason as a result. Detroit struggled with some inconsistency over the season's final two months, alternating between wins and losses for seven weeks to enter their Week 16 matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers with an 8-6 record.

Dan Orlovsky News / Total Apex Sports / January 14

Dan Orlovsky Throws His Hat In The Ring For The Detroit Lions Offensive Coordinator Position

As the Detroit Lions begin their search for a new offensive coordinator, a familiar face has emerged as a potential—albeit unconventional—candidate. Dan Orlovsky, the former Lions quarterback turned ESPN analyst, is suddenly generating buzz regarding the vacancy in the Motor City.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 14

Lions to Interview Former Falcons Offensive Coordinator

The Detroit Lions are adding another name to their list of reported offensive coordinator candidates. On Wednesday, reports indicated that former Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson is set to interview for the job.

Jared Goff News / Larry Brown Sports / January 14

Lions eyeing an OC hire who has strong history with Jared Goff

Jared Goff might be pleased about what the Detroit Lions do with their offensive coordinator vacancy. Atlanta Falcons OC Zac Robinson is flying to Detroit this week to interview for the same position with the Lions, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported on Wednesday.

Jared Goff News / A to Z Sports / January 14

Lions to interview Jared Goff's former quarterbacks coach from the Rams and former Lions quarterback

The Detroit Lions' offensive coordinator search continues. It's been a few days since we got our last update on an interview, and that was former Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 14

Lions Interviewing Zac Robinson For OC Position

The Detroit Lions are scheduled to interview former Falcons OC Zac Robinson for their offensive coordinator position on Thursday, according to Ian Rapoport.

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ESPN's Dan Orlovsky Has Telling Response To Offensive Coordinator Rumors

The Detroit Lions are expected to look for and wide when it comes to landing their next offensive coordinator. But a member of the "Pat McAfee Show" believes the answer is already staring them right in the face.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / January 14

Another Intriguing OC Candidate Emerges For The Detroit Lions

The Detroit Lions’ number one offseason priority is hiring their next OC. Mike McDaniels, the best candidate, is meeting with the Lions today. However, with McDaniels fielding multiple head coaching opportunities, he’s a long shot, and the Lions are continuing to pursue other candidates.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / January 13

3 centers the Detroit Lions could realistically trade for and what they would cost

If there was one thing that was incredibly clear coming out of the Detroit Lions' 2025 season, it's that they need a new center. Graham Glasgow is likely to retire, and Frank Ragnow is not coming back.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / January 13

Lions To Interview Mike Kafka For OC Job

The market for Mike Kafka is heating up. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Giants interim head coach will interview for the Lions offensive coordinator job on Wednesday.

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

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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.

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