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Lions’ Dan Campbell cops to 2025 season screw-up, reveals how he’ll clean up the mess

The Detroit Lions are currently looking for ways to improve after a tough 2025 season that saw them miss the playoffs altogether after securing the top seed in the NFC the year before.

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4 important things we learned about the Detroit Lions after day 2 of the NFL Combine

The Detroit Lions are in Indianapolis at the 2026 NFL Combine this week, and so far, we've learned some big things on Day 1. The Lions are maintaining contact with David Montgomery, they're getting the ball rolling on Jahmyr Gibbs' extension, and Taylor Decker is back.

Dan Campbell News / Last Word On Sports / February 25

Dan Campbell Admits He Wanted This Coach — Washington Got Him

Dan Campbell is not the kind of coach who likes to spend a lot of time talking about other teams, but he made an exception this week during an interview at the NFL combine, being covered by Lions Talk by Chat Sports.

Taylor Decker News / Last Word On Sports / February 25

What A Taylor Decker Return Means For Detroit Lions

Taylor Decker seems to have decided on his future. The 10-year veteran, who has locked down the Lions’ left tackle position for the past decade, spent the entire 2025 season dealing with a chronic right shoulder injury.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 25

Second-Round Draft Prospects Who Could Be Day 1 Starters in Detroit

The Detroit Lions could find their next big contributors in the 2026 NFL Draft, and it may not have to be only in the first-round. Over the three-day event, the Lions will get the opportunity to add talent across the seven rounds.

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Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?

As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 25

Drew Petzing: It Was ‘No-Brainer’ To Join Lions’ Coaching Staff

When the opportunity arose to become the offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, Drew Petzing didn’t need much convincing. In fact, after diving into

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Detroit Lions 2026 Offseason Outlook

For a franchise that just recorded its fourth straight winning season — something it hadn’t done since the 1950s — last season was a bummer for the Detroit Lions.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 24

Lions HC Dan Campbell gives murky update on Kerby Joseph’s knee injury

Kerby Joseph only played six games last season for the Detroit Lions due to a knee injury. With the offseason in full swing, head coach Dan Campbell provided an update on Joseph’s status.

Taylor Decker News / Pro Football Rumors / February 24

Lions LT Taylor Decker Returning In 2026

Lions left tackle Taylor Decker headed into the offseason considering retirement, but he will return in 2026. In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Decker announced that he will stick around for an 11th season.

Taylor Decker News / Field Level Media / February 24

Lions LT Taylor Decker says he's returning for 11th season in 2026

After some time deliberating his future, Lions left tackle Taylor Decker announced he'll return for an 11th season with Detroit in 2026 on Tuesday. Decker,

Jared Goff News / Athlon Sports / February 24

Jared Goff, Lions Receive Good News Amid NFL Offseason

The Detroit Lions had a disappointing season, finishing 9‑8 and missing the NFL playoffs just one year after winning 15 games and earning the top seed in the NFC.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.

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Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / February 24

Lions standout announces major career decision

The Detroit Lions on Tuesday got some good news from one of their most important players. Offensive tackle Taylor Decker posted a photo of himself on Instagram Tuesday with a caption from scripture.

Taylor Decker News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 24

Lions LT Taylor Decker Will Return In 2026

Per Colton Pouncy, Lions LT Taylor Decker announced on his Instagram that he’s returning for his 11th season in the league in 2026. Earlier this offseason, Decker said he was unsure about returning for another year after dealing with a shoulder injury for most of the 2025 season.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 24

1 free agent who would fix Lions’ biggest flaw heading into 2026 season

The Detroit Lions took a big step back during the 2025 season. Detroit missed the playoffs for the first time since 2022, finishing the regular season 9-8.

Kerby Joseph News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 24

Detroit Lions 'Slowly' Working Back Safety Kerby Joseph

The Detroit Lions are going to take their time and work back their injured players in a systematic manner. For safeties Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch, both are working diligently throughout the rehabiliation process.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / February 24

Detroit’s Lions Salary Cap Dilemma, Juggling Free Agent Priorities

Brad Holmes and the Detroit Lions front office are facing their most challenging spring yet. With multiple high-cost extensions looming amid a salary cap that’s already stretched beyond the limit, Holmes is scrambling to create additional cap space.

Jahmyr Gibbs News / A to Z Sports / February 24

The Lions will begin talks with Jahmyr Gibbs on a market-setting contract this week, what that deal could look like

The Detroit Lions are at the 2026 NFL Combine this week, looking for their next crop of draft picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, but there's a lot more going on right now.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 24

Lions have been in contact with David Montgomery, but Holmes' comments at the Combine don't inspire confidence

It's the thing that every Detroit Lions fan has on their minds at this point in the offseason. What is going to happen with David Montgomery? Not long ago, Brad Holmes talked about the possibility of trading him, and then at the Pro Bowl, Jahmyr Gibbs said it was all essentially up to Montgomery.

Detroit Lions News / The Spun / February 24

Detroit Lions Announce International Game For 2026 Season

For the first time in more than a decade, the Detroit Lions will be taking their talents to the international stage. On Tuesday, the team announced that it would be traveling from the Motor City to Munich this fall to player a 2026 regular season game in Germany.