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The Detroit Lions may have to leave some players in Indianapolis after their final preseason game due to NFL rule change

Detroit Lions may have to leave some players in Indianapolis after their final preseason game due to an NFL rule change, and the reason why creates a surprising situation the team hasn’t dealt with before.

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Jeremiyah Love Totally Disrespected Jared Goff During Game, Has No Clue Who He Is — 'You Said He’s a QB? Was He Good?'

Arizona Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love had a strange reaction when asked about Jared Goff. The Detroit Lions quarterback has been one of the best players in his position for a couple of seasons now, even posting an MVP-worthy season in 2024.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 28

How Detroit Lions' 2026 Roster is Worse Than Last Spring

The Detroit Lions completed their first day of organized team activities on Wednesday. Detroit has three total sessions of OTAs this spring, each lasting three days at a time.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 28

The cheapest way Lions fans can go to every single game this season

We found the cheapest way Lions fans can attend EVERY game in 2026. From $180 road trips to $750 nightmares. Here’s what it actually costs. Ok, we’re months away from the Detroit Lions’ season starting, and I know a lot of Lions fans are going to want to go to games this year.

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The 'NFL passing-TD champions' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to lead the league in passing touchdowns for each season since the AFL/NFL merger in 1970 can you name in seven minutes?

The 'NFL's 4,500-yard passers' quiz

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

The 'NFL TD-catch leaders by season' quiz

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 28

Lions come under fire for constantly blowing draft picks to trade up

The Detroit Lions attacked the 2026 offseason with a sense of urgency. Detroit did not want a repeat of the 2025 season where they fell well short of expectations.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 28

Edge rusher, the Lions tried to sign as a free agent, per an NFL insider, could now be on the trade block in 2026

Detroit Lions were linked by Adam Schefter to a pass rusher in free agency, and now he’s suddenly on the trade block in 2026, with a potential price tag that could surprise fans.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 28

The ‘Detroit Lions struggle vs. backup QBs’ narrative just got completely exposed

Detroit Lions narrative about backup quarterbacks just got completely exposed after a full Dan Campbell era breakdown, and what the numbers actually show isn’t what most fans think.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 28

Detroit Lions Linebacker Hints 2025 Team Was Too Complacent

The Detroit Lions have completed their first practice session of Phase 3 and linebacker Jack Campbell has been impressed by what he has seen so far. Speaking with local reporters soon after practice concluded, the fourth-year linebacker caught the attention of many in the room and those listening in regarding what he found refreshing.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 28

Jeremiyah Love hilariously thought Jared Goff is ‘old dude’ Andrew Garfield

The Detroit Lions will enter the 2026 season with a collective chip on their shoulders. Detroit had a disastrous 2025 season, finishing 9-8 and missing the postseason.

Jack Campbell News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 27

Why Lions’ Jack Campbell is apologizing to other LBs after massive contract extension

The Detroit Lions agreed to terms with Jack Campbell on a new contract extension this offseason. It was an important piece of business for the Lions. Campbell had emerged as one of the best off-ball linebackers in the NFL last year.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 28

Trade proposal has Lions acquiring $34M Jared Goff insurance

Trade proposal has Lions acquiring $34 million Jared Goff insurance

Maybe there is a player the Lions can acquire via trade as insurance. That's the idea behind a fresh trade pitch bringing a promising quarterback to Detroit.

Lions almost lost a key front office member this offseason

Daniel Jones already back in action with Colts after Achilles injury

Top offensive position battles during NFL offseason: Vikings QBs, Jags RBs and more

The 'QBs with multiple 2 rushing-TD games' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

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The 'NBA Coaches of the Year' quiz

The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz

The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz

The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz

Kay Adams News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 27

Kay Adams Believes Detroit Lions Can Accomplish This Bold Feat in 2026

Every NFL season, team's that finished in last place have the potential to quickly rebound and find themselves at the top of the division the following season.

Detroit Lions News / Total Apex Sports / May 27

Detroit Lions Jack Campbell Full Contract Extension Details Revealed

Jack Campbell’s four‑year, $81 million extension is one of the most complex — and team‑engineered — deals the Lions have handed out, and now that the full structure is public, we can see exactly how Detroit built it.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 27

How Detroit Lions 2026 Roster Is Better Than Last Spring

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell will get the first opportunity to see his team in a structured, competitive practice setting on Wednesday. The sixth-year head coach and his team will take the field for the first round of OTAs beginning Wednesday.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 27

These Players Could Be June 1 Cut Candidates to Help Lions' Salary Cap

June 1 is a big day for teams across the NFL landscape. While it may be a regular day in some cases, there are roster ramifications that come with this day that could be impactful for teams from a financial perspective.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 27

3 Must-Follow Position Battles at 2026 Detroit Lions OTAs

The Detroit Lions enter Organized Team Activities with multiple key jobs up for grabs. While OTAs are far from a final determining factor, these practices

Jack Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 26

Jack Campbell's New Contract Includes Salary Cap Trick Used Often

The Detroit Lions committed to Jack Campbell with a new four-year contract extension that will take affect beginning next season. When the team elected to decline his fifth-year option, there was quiet concern.

Detroit Lions News / Football Analysis / May 26

NFL’s ‘Broken’ Linebacker Rule Forced Lions To Reject Campbell Before Giving Him $81M

The ink on Jack Campbell’s All-Pro season was barely dry when Detroit’s front office sat down and did something that made zero sense on the surface. They looked at their best defensive player, the guy who led the team in tackles and won the Butkus Award, and declined his fifth-year option.