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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 10

What to Know About Detroit Lions Official Against Saints

The officiating crew for the Detroit Lions' 2026 regular season opener has been revealed. Alan Eck will be the referee for Sunday's game, which will open the campaign for Dan Campbell's team.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Lions Initial Week 1 Injury Report: The Good and The Bad

The Detroit Lions have officially begun preparations for their season opener at home against the New Orleans Saints. Head coach Dan Campbell’s group returned to practice this week and will continue until Sunday’s contest.

Michael Niese News / Viral Sports News / September 9

Detroit Lions Terminate Contract of 28-Year-Old Lineman

The Detroit Lions have ended their relationship with center Michael Niese, waiving the 28-year-old from injured reserve with an injury settlement, via ESPN’s NFL transaction log.

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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 9

Projecting When Each Lions Rookie Could Crack Starting Lineup

The Detroit Lions have several rookies who could wind up playing significant roles for the team throughout the 2026 season. All but one of the team's draft picks made the roster out of training camp, with Tyre West landing on the practice squad.

Dan Campbell News / DetroitLionsCommunity / September 9

'He’s playing at a high level' – Dan Campbell lauds Detroit Lions star

The Detroit Lions are one of the favorites to win the NFC North heading into the new NFL season. Head coach Dan Campbell is confident heading into the new season and was recently a guest on 97.1 The Ticket ahead of the season opener.

Detroit Lions News / EssentiallySports / September 9

'He Shouldn’t Have to Pay': Dan Campbell Calls Out Tony Romo for Claiming He Put Out a Cigarette on Him

Dan Campbell had already established himself as a veteran tight end in the NFL before joining the Dallas Cowboys during the 2003 season. At the same time, Dallas had just signed quarterback Tony Romo as an undrafted free agent.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 9

Two Saints Players Lions Must Worry About

The Detroit Lions should have the upper hand in their season-opening contest with the New Orleans Saints. Yet, there are a couple of Saints players who could wreak havoc against Dan Campbell's squad on Sunday.

Dan Campbell News / A to Z Sports / September 9

Dan Campbell just crushed your dreams if you’re hoping the Lions were going to make a huge trade soon

Detroit still has cap work to do, but Campbell’s comments about his secondary and two recent cornerback developments make a pre-Week 1 blockbuster difficult to buy.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 9

Dan Campbell just answered who the Lions’ return man is going to be after cutting Greg Dortch

Kennedy proved late last season that he could handle the job. Now the only question is whether Detroit elevates him or puts him directly on the 53. One of the biggest questions for the Detroit Lions coming out of training camp was settled Wednesday morning.

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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 9

Projecting Detroit Lions 2026 Statistical Leaders

The Detroit Lions open the regular season Sunday against the New Orleans Saints. With the season opener quickly approaching, here are Lions OnSI's predictions for which players will lead the team in a number of statistical categories.

Jared Goff News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 9

Everything Jared Goff Said Before Lions Week 1 Contest Against Saints

Here is everything quarterback Jared Goff told local Detroit Lions reporters, ahead of their Week 1 contest at home against the New Orleans Saints. His excitement to kick off the 2026 NFL season and get out on the field.

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Jahmyr Gibbs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 8

Lions’ Jahmyr Gibbs sends honest message to fantasy managers who took him No. 1

Jahmyr Gibbs is taking his turn as a popular No. 1 pick option in fantasy football drafts, but the 24-year-old Detroit Lions running back already understands what to expect from managers who select him.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Lions Power Rankings Roundup: Detroit Has Plenty of Doubters Entering 2026

The Detroit Lions are set to enter the 2026 campaign with a chip on their shoulder. Dan Campbell’s group finished last in the NFC North and missed the playoffs in 2025.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 8

Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown gets honest take from Kellen Moore ahead of Week 1 clash

The Detroit Lions are hoping for a bounce back season after missing out on the playoffs last year. Amon-Ra St. Brown will play a big role in the offense once again, as one of the NFL’s best wide receivers.

Dan Campbell News / Athlon Sports / September 8

ESPN's Simulation Has the Lions Finally Finishing What Dan Campbell Started

The Detroit Lions made one of the best head coaching hires in recent memory in 2021 when they brought in Dan Campbell to replace Matt Patricia, who was fired in the middle of the 2020 season, and Darrell Bevell, the interim coach at the time.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 8

Aidan Hutchinson: Serious Dan Campbell Benefitted Detroit Lions

After a long offseason, longer than most Detroit Lions fans and players were expecting, it is officially game week in Motown. The Lions are back in action on Sunday, hosting the New Orleans Saints at Ford Field.

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.

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / Viral Sports News / September 8

Lions Make Amon-Ra St. Brown Announcement Before Week 1

The Detroit Lions announced their captains for the 2026 season on Monday, and wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown once again sits at the center of the team’s leadership.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 7

Lions Announce Four Roster Moves Going Into Week 1

The Detroit Lions announced they have promoted LB Joe Bachie to the active roster from the practice squad. The team also placed G Mason Miller on the

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 4

Lions could get 'back to top' by stealing a Steeler

The Detroit Lions were at the bottom of the NFC North when they rounded out the season at the end of last year. That wasn't a great place to be, especially when just one year prior, they were on top.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 4

Commanders' Jayden Daniels shares if has regrets about playing style after injury-plagued season

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels was asked if he has any regrets about his playing style after he endured an injury-plagued second pro season.

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