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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 24
Detroit Lions positional breakdowns: Defining roles, roster battles, and the road to 53
Detroit Lions running backs are entering a new era Jahmyr Gibbs is no longer the change-of-pace back, he’s the pace. Plus, why Jacob Saylors could push Sione Vaki for RB3 as training camp battles heat up, and what Pacheco does way better than Montgomery.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 24
The Detroit Lions became contenders, and then being a fan got complicated
Detroit Lions fans waited a lifetime for meaningful football. Then it arrived. Somewhere between the NFC Championship Game and now, the feeling around this team changed in a way that’s hard to ignore.
Sam LaPorta News / A to Z Sports / June 24
The Lions have a Sam Laporta decision they can’t afford to get wrong
Detroit Lions fans saying “just let Sam LaPorta walk” are looking at this all wrong. The tight end market changed again this week, and Detroit would be crazy to repeat a move that made sense in a very different era.
The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz
How many of the QB's with the most game-winning drives in one season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 24
Projected Detroit Lions Week 1 starters who won’t be starters by Thanksgiving
Detroit Lions fans spend all summer projecting Week 1 starters. The more interesting question might be who is still starting by Thanksgiving. A rookie pass rusher, a fast-rising linebacker, and a surprise defensive back could change things.
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.
Brad Holmes News / A to Z Sports / June 24
Brad Holmes wanted more youth. What he got was the youngest Lions team in quite a while
Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes wanted to get younger this offseason. Mission accomplished. Detroit is now one of the youngest teams in football, and it might completely change how fans view this team’s future.
Kerby Joseph News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 23
Lions S Kerby Joseph: Is 2026 Make or Break Year for No. 10 Ranked Player?
The Detroit Lions have one of the league's best safeties in Kerby Joseph. However, injury concerns have made his future tough to project. Currently, reports indicate that there could be long-term effects of the knee injury that limited him to six games in 2025, and as a result there is some uncertainty clouding his future.
NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 23
Kyle Pitts' Contract Extension Makes Life Difficult For Detroit Lions
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is entering the final season of his four-year rookie contract signed back in 2023, when the team invested a 2023 second-round pick to select him.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 23
SI Examines 'Realistic Outlook' For 2026 Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions are a team that many expect to have a successful 2026 season, with the potential of going from a last place team in the division to finishing the year winning the NFC North.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 23
Chances New UFL Wide Receivers Have To Make Detroit Lions 2026 Roster
As organized team activities drew to an end, the Detroit Lions and Brad Holmes identified a key position in need of extra depth on their roster. After
NFL News / Yardbarker / June 24
Blockbuster trade proposal sends Steelers veteran to Lions or 49ers
The Steelers drafted this player in 2020 with their 102nd overall pick, and he's been a solid addition ever since. But, the time may have come for Pittsburgh to part ways with him and bank on some of his trade stock.
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.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 23
What To Know About Fans Attending 2026 Detroit Lions Training Camp
This year, there are 10 open practices for Detroit Lions fans to attend 2026 NFL training camp. The team announced five practices that are open to the general public, four that are exclusive only to season-ticket members and a Lions Partner Day that will all take place at the team's Allen Park Performance Center.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 23
Detroit Lions positional breakdowns: Four roster locks, several surprises, and a lot of tough decisions
Detroit Lions wide receiver room is deeper than it looks. Four roster spots feel locked up, but after that comes a mix of surprises, tough decisions, and several players with a real shot to shake things up.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 23
Detroit Lions 2026 stat projections: Mike Payton’s annual crystal-ball exercise is back
Detroit Lions offense is loaded with weapons. So loaded that projecting the stats might be harder than ever. We took a swing at every major number for 2026 and the results are interesting.
Jackson Meeks News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 23
Most Surprising Player Who Could Make Lions Roster After Minicamp
The Detroit Lions may be creating a unique roster decision for themselves following a position change this offseason. Last year, Jackson Meeks was one of the team's most intriguing undrafted free agents.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 23
Lions OTA and minicamp takeaways: Terrion Arnold must earn starting job, Giovanni Manu’s time running out, and Drew Petzing’s explosive offense takes shape
Detroit Lions OTAs and minicamp revealed more than expected. A former first-round pick is fighting for his job, a major roster experiment may be ending, and Drew Petzing’s vision for the offense is starting to emerge.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 23
Bleacher Report’s all-time sports draft bust list overlooked two infamous Lions failures
Detroit Lions were well represented on an all-time draft bust list. The surprising part wasn’t who made it—it was which infamous Detroit draft failures were left off entirely.
Dan Campbell News / Yardbarker / June 22
Lions, Dan Campbell put on notice ahead of new season
The Detroit Lions are coming off a disappointing season.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 22
Detroit Lions 2026 Training Camp Start Date Provides Advantage
The start date for Detroit Lions training camp has been revealed. On Monday, the NFL announced the start dates of training camp for all 32 teams. Detroit will begin training camp with rookies reporting on July 25, and veterans will report on July 28th.
Ennis Rakestraw News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 22
Detroit Lions CB Ennis Rakestraw Is Tired Of Being Injured
Ennis Rakestraw has had far from an enviable start to his pro football career. Selected in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, the University of Missouri product’s career has yet to take off, largely due to his inability to stay healthy.
Blake Miller News / Pro Football Rumors / June 22
Lions’ Blake Miller On Track For Starting RT Spot
Adding an offensive tackle was widely known to be a priority for the Lions leading up to the draft. As such, it came as no surprise when the team attempted to move up the order and land Kadyn Proctor.
Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 21
2 underrated Lions sleepers who could break out in 2026 NFL season
The Detroit Lions received positive news regarding Sam LaPorta, as head coach Dan Campbell stated that the tight end is making progress after undergoing back surgery, which ended his 2025 season.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / June 20
NFC Front Office Updates: Seahawks, Saints, Lions
In their recent announcement disclosing promotions for two staffers to assistant general manager, the Seahawks announced four other promotions in Seattle’s front office.
Tate Ratledge News / Yardbarker / June 19
Lions player could be poised for a breakout amid offensive line changes
The Detroit Lions offense will look a lot different in 2026.
Kendrick Law News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 17
Lions Placed WR Kendrick Law On IR Among Four Moves
The Detroit Lions announced they placed fifth-round WR Kendrick Law on injured reserve. They also signed three other receivers to help take his place on the roster, including Lucky Jackson, Tarik Black and Tay Martin.
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