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Derrick Barnes shares special pregame moment with son

Detroit Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes shared a special moment with his son before the team’s 2026 season opener. The pair showed up in matching Spider-Man suits, bringing a fun family moment to the buildup at Ford Field.

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Here’s who is not playing for the Lions vs the Saints, one very shocking name sitting out and one for second round pick

Ahmed Hassanein looked destined for a Week 1 role after his summer, while another former second-round pick finds himself watching from the sideline. The Detroit Lions have put out their inactives for the first game of the season against the New Orleans Saints and there are some surprises in here for sure.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 13

Lions Inactives Against Saints: Will Cornerback Play, Four Draft Picks Out

The Detroit Lions have officially released their list of players who will not participate against the New Orleans Saints. Only defensive back Christian Izien was listed on the Friday injury designation report as being questionable for the opening contest at Ford Field.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 13

Key Matchup Detroit Lions Must Win Against New Orleans Saints

On Sunday, the Detroit Lions’ defense will face a New Orleans offense spearheaded by second-year quarterback Tyler Shough and fifth-year receiver Chris Olave. The Saints also feature running back Travis Etienne, an offseason addition who ran for 1,107 yards and seven touchdowns last season with the Jaguars.

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

32 quarterbacks in NFL history have throw for more than 6,000 yards in the first two seasons of their career. How many of those QBs can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz

The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz

The 'NFL yards-from-scrimmage leaders' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 13

Expect Lions to Target Reliable TE Heavily in New OC's Debut

Sunday marks the debut of new Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Drew Petzing. After three years holding that role for the Arizona Cardinals, Petzing comes to Detroit looking to elevate the performance of a number of talented playmakers.

NFL News / Yardbarker

When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 13

Detroit Lions 2026 Week 1 Updated Depth Chart

The Detroit Lions 2026 season begins Sunday. After a long offseason, the Lions host the New Orleans Saints in the opener at Ford Field. It's an opportunity for Dan Campbell and company to get the season off on the right foot after a tough finish to last season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 13

Final Injury Report for Saints-Lions: Will Sam LaPorta, Alvin Kamara Play?

The Detroit Lions are at home Sunday afternoon as they host the New Orleans Saints in an NFC matchup during Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. Detroit enters Sunday’s game looking to grab a victory at home as the Lions look to start the season strong and bounce back after missing the playoffs last season.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 13

Expert Predictions For Detroit Lions Season-Opener Against Saints

The Detroit Lions will take on the New Orleans Saints in their regular season opener Sunday at 1 p.m. at Ford Field. The Lions, coming off a disappointing 9-8 campaign and last-place finish in the NFC North, will attempt to get back to the postseason in 2026.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 13

Offseason In Review: Detroit Lions

The Lions’ 2025 offseason will be remembered for the high-profile departures of offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 13

Roundtable: Detroit Lions Week 1 Preview Against Saints

The Detroit Lions OnSI staff previews the Lions' Week 1 contest with the New Orleans Saints. 1. Do you think the Saints can keep this Week 1 game close?

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / TWSN / September 12

Amon-Ra St. Brown Fantasy Football Matchup Analysis for Week 1

With Amon-Ra St. Brown, it’s not a question of whether he belongs in your fantasy football starting lineup or not. If you drafted St. Brown, he should be locked into your WR1 spot all year.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 12

Detroit Lions Reveal Week 1 Uniform Combination Against Saints

The Detroit Lions Week 1 uniform combination against the New Orleans Saints has been revealed. According to the team, Dan Campbell's squad will don the all blue uniforms (blueberries) in the first game of the regular season in front of the home crowd.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 12

4 Detroit Lions Players To Watch Against Saints

On Sunday, the Detroit Lions will kick off their 2026 regular season against the New Orleans Saints. Dan Campbell’s squad will have plenty of eyes on it as it attempts to get back to the playoffs after a disappointing 2025 campaign.

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The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 12

5 Key Storylines I'm Watching Closest in Lions Week 1 Game Against Saints

The Detroit Lions and New Orleans Saints square off to open the season at 1 p.m. Sunday. As head coach Dan Campbell enters his sixth season at the helm, expectations are high even after a last-place finish a season ago.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12

Lions Sign DL Levi Onwuzurike To PS, Elevate DL Ben Stille

The Detroit Lions announced Saturday that they’ve elevated DL Ben Stille to their active roster and signed veteran DL Levi Onwuzurike to their practice squad. Onwuzurike, 28, was drafted by the Lions with pick No.

Greg Dortch News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12

Bills Elevate WR Greg Dortch & RB Frank Gore Jr.

Per the wire, the Bills are elevating WR Greg Dortch and RB Frank Gore Jr. ahead of their Week 1 matchup. Dortch, 28, signed on with the Jets as an undrafted free agent out of Wake Forest in 2019.

Levi Onwuzurike News / A to Z Sports / September 12

Lions Roster Moves: The Lions’ strange Levi Onwuzurike move makes sense now — but their Week 1 decision adds another twist

Onwuzurike is already back one day after his surprising release, confirming the roster workaround — but Detroit chose a different defensive lineman for Sunday.

Detroit Lions News / EssentiallySports / September 12

Lions Make $38 Million Decision as Amon-Ra St Brown & Penei Sewell’s Contracts Restructured

The Motor City team is set to open their 2026 NFL season against the New Orleans Saints in a day at Ford Field. Ahead of their first game, the Detroit Lions have made some moves, creating a massive salary cap.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Detroit Lions Open With a Safety Problem They Can't Fully Replace

The Detroit Lions will open Sunday against the New Orleans Saints without safeties Kerby Joseph (knee) and Brian Branch (Achilles), putting veteran replacements Chuck Clark and Avonte Maddox at the center of a Week 1 test Detroit cannot afford to treat as routine.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 12

Lions Restructure Two Contracts, Create $35.68MM In Cap Space

The Lions have restructured the contracts of two of their premier players, wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown and left tackle Penei Sewell, according to Spotrac.

Levi Onwuzurike News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 11

Lions Cut Two Including DL Levi Onwuzurike

The Detroit Lions announced Friday that they’ve released DE Levi Onwuzurike from their roster and DL Tyre West from the Practice Squad. Onwuzurike suffered a torn ACL in July and missed the entire season on the NFI list after signing a one-year deal.

Dan Campbell News / DetroitLionsCommunity / September 11

Dan Campbell gives update on injured Lions star

The Lions are hoping to have one of their young defensive players available for the season opener. Now, Detroit has received an encouraging update ahead of their season opener against the New Orleans Saints.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 10

Commanders are hiding a Week 1 advantage the Eagles can't prepare for

The Washington Commanders have spent months preparing for what David Blough and Daronte Jones will unveil in Week 1.

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels views 2026 as fresh start

Jayden Daniels' blunt Stefon Diggs assessment should excite Commanders

Three NFL Week 1 games that could change the way we see these teams

The '2024 NFL rushing TD leaders' quiz

Dan Campbell News / EssentiallySports / September 10

'Whipped Me In Front of Everybody': Dan Campbell Reveals Harrowing Childhood Incident That Took Him Away from Baseball

Before Dan Campbell became known as the Detroit Lions head coach for his gritty philosophy, he was just a boy named Boone living on a ranch in Texas. Raised by his parents, Larry and Betty Campbell, he was taught from a young age not to “half-a-s” anything he did.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 8

Lions Still Aiming For Sam LaPorta, Brian Branch Extensions

The Lions entered the 2026 offseason with four standout extension candidates. Two of them (linebacker Jack Campbell, then running back Jahmyr Gibbs) have managed to finalize lucrative long-term deals so far.