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Luke Altmyer News / A to Z Sports / August 30
Luke Altmyer’s Lions audition is over, but his Detroit story shouldn’t be
The undrafted rookie received an unusually long look this summer, but Detroit appears ready to search outside the building for a veteran it trusts behind Jared Goff.
Kerby Joseph News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Lions Placing S Kerby Joseph On IR
Jeremy Fowler reports that the Lions are placing S Kerby Joseph on injured reserve, meaning he will miss the first four games of the season. He became the highest-paid safety in NFL history at $21.5 million per season when he signed a four-year, $86 million extension in 2025.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 30
The Lions are making their most shocking cut we’ve ever seen, and I don’t understand it
Dortch appeared positioned to fill a role on offense and compete for the punt-return job after a strong summer, making Detroit’s decision one of its biggest cutdown-day surprises.
The '10-time Pro Bowlers' quiz
As of the 2025 season, 47 NFL players have made 10 or more Pro Bowls over the course of their careers. How many of the 47 can you name in five minutes?
Greg Dortch News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Lions Cutting WR Greg Dortch
Tom Pelissero reports that the Lions are cutting WR Greg Dortch after signing him this past March. Dortch, 27, signed on with the Jets as an undrafted free agent out of Wake Forest in 2019.
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps
The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 30
Why Lions' Super Bowl window hasn't closed yet
The Detroit Lions are one of those teams that you're almost scared to root for because of their history.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 30
The Good, Bad, And Ugly From Detroit Lions Preseason Win Over Colts
On Saturday, the Detroit Lions concluded their preseason with a 25-16 win over Indianapolis that was more one-sided than the score suggested. The Lions fired off strong and ended their preseason with a 2-1 record.
Troy Reeder News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Lions Releasing LB Troy Reeder
Per the wire, the Lions are releasing veteran LB Troy Reeder, their first cut as they begin trimming the roster to 53 players. Reeder, 31, went undrafted out of Delaware back in 2019 before signing on with the Rams and making the 53-man roster out of training camp.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 30
Grades: Detroit Lions Bully Colts With Strong Day in Trenches
The Detroit Lions ended the preseason on a winning note. Squaring off against the Indianapolis Colts, the Lions put a bow on their 2026 exhibition slate with a 25-16 victory at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 30
Roundtable: Player Detroit Lions May Really Regret Cutting
The Detroit Lions OnSI staff reacts to the Lions' preseason finale against the Colts, and offers its final takeaways to training camp. 1. What will be the toughest Detroit Lions roster decision?
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 30
Dan Campbell Reacts to Jake Bates' Rough Performance Against Colts
The Detroit Lions entered training camp with Jake Bates entrenched as their kicker. Detroit has traditionally prioritized competition across the board under the leadership of Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell, but elected to not bring any competitors for the kicker, punter or long-snapper spots this year.
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 / August 30
Detroit Lions Bubble Watch: These Players Are Most At Risk of Being Cut
When making his final roster decisions, Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell must factor in a players youth and upside. He then must decide if he would prefer veteran experience and a player who could contribute immediately.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 30
What to Know About Detroit Lions 2026 Roster Cuts: Deadlines, Rules
Roster cutdown day has arrived for the Detroit Lions. By 6 p.m. Sunday, the Lions along with the rest of the NFL will have to whittle their training camp roster down to its final regular season form of 53 players.
Joshua Dobbs News / Athlon Sports / August 29
Josh Dobbs Leaves No Doubt on Lions' QB2 Job in Efficient vs. Colts
The Detroit Lions wrapped up the preseason on Saturday with a 25-16 road win over the Indianapolis Colts. After losing their first preseason game to the Cincinnati Bengals, head coach Dan Campbell’s squad rebounded well and finished the preseason with a 2-1 record, including a win over the Washington Commanders.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 29
Lions winners and losers: One potential cut just became much harder to stomach
Detroit probably knew most of its roster before kickoff, but the finale strengthened Sione Vaki’s case, complicated the quarterback picture and made Jacob Saylors increasingly difficult to expose.
Joshua Dobbs News / Field Level Media / August 29
Joshua Dobbs guides Lions over Colts in preseason finale
Joshua Dobbs had an efficient outing, guiding the Detroit Lions to a 25-16 road victory over the Indianapolis Colts in their preseason finale. Dobbs completed 15 of 19 pass attempts for 128 yards and two touchdowns.
Terrion Arnold News / Yardbarker / August 29
Seahawks' Terrion Arnold saga takes predictable turn
The Seattle Seahawks made the somewhat surprising decision to sign Terrion Arnold.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 29
Veteran QB Josh Dobbs puts up solid performance in Lions' preseason finale
Dobbs showed he's still a capable NFL quarterback on Saturday.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / August 28
Lions Likely To Place C Cade Mays On IR; Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph To Stay On PUP List?
Cade Mays‘ recovery timetable from a wrist fracture will likely lead him off the Lions’ 53-man roster to open the season. The team will be expected to place the free agency addition on IR to open the campaign, ESPN.com’s Eric Woodyard notes.
Payton Turner News / Pro Football Rumors / August 27
Lions DE Payton Turner Lands On IR
The Saints spent the 28th overall pick on defensive end Payton Turner in the 2021 draft, but injuries have frequently prevented him from contributing. That will be the case again in 2026.
Taylor Decker News / Yardbarker / August 27
Bears predicted to sign former Lions Pro Bowler Taylor Decker — and the fit makes sense
Last season, Decker started 14 games and allowed just three sacks, earning a 67.9 overall PFF grade.
Isiah Pacheco News / Field Level Media / August 27
Lions RB Isiah Pacheco dealing with back injury
Detroit Lions running back Isiah Pacheco is nursing a back injury in addition to his existing issue with his knee, head coach Dan Campbell said on Thursday.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 27
NFL roster cuts expose flaws in league’s approach to player safety
The NFL never stops advertising its commitment to player safety. Yet each August, the league's roster cutdowns reveal how quickly that commitment weakens when an injured player occupies a spot a team wants to use elsewhere.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 26
Colin Cowherd predicts three 2025 non-playoff NFC teams will make postseason in 2026
The 2026 NFL season kicks off in just under two weeks, and with that have come playoff predictions from the sports media world.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 25
Kareem Hunt visits with NFC team amid search for new NFL home
Coming off a two-season return to the Kansas City Chiefs, Kareem Hunt is back on the hunt (pun intended) for a new NFL team. He may have recently made progress in that endeavor.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 22
Lions' backup situation for Jared Goff just got more complicated
The Lions' preseason game against the Washington Commanders didn't help the situation. It made it more complicated.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 20
Sam LaPorta's injury is troubling for the Detroit Lions
Tight end Sam LaPorta played in only nine games last season for the Detroit Lions. He's now at risk for missing time in 2026.
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