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Jared Goff Isn't Ready to See Aaron Donald Again

Jared Goff Isn't Ready to See Aaron Donald Again

When Detroit Lions defeated the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Wild Card round at Ford Field in January 2024, Jared Goff felt a sense of relief. Heading into the 2026 regular season, the cause of that feeling, not having to face Aaron Donald anymore, may return.

Brad Holmes News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 17
Brad Holmes' Worst Signing Lands With Bears: Why Lions Moved On

Brad Holmes' Worst Signing Lands With Bears: Why Lions Moved On

Former Detroit Lions defensive end Marcus Davenport has found a new home in the NFC North. After visiting the Chicago Bears, the former Saints, Vikings and Lions defender has reportedly agreed to join Detroit's division rival.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / August 17
The Lions Player Worth Watching Closest in the Next Preseason Game

The Lions Player Worth Watching Closest in the Next Preseason Game

After losing to the Cincinnati Bengals in the preseason opener last week, the Detroit Lions will look to bounce back at home against the Washington Commanders on Saturday.

Marcus Davenport News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 17
Bears Expected To Sign DL Marcus Davenport

Bears Expected To Sign DL Marcus Davenport

Per CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz, the Bears are expected to sign veteran DL Marcus Davenport following a successful workout on Sunday. Davenport, 29, was drafted by the Saints in the first round out of UTSA in 2018.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / August 17

The Breakout Nobody Expected From Lions' Preseason Opener

The Detroit Lions fell to the Cincinnati Bengals in the preseason opener last week, but we still learned a lot about Dan Campbell's group, especially the depth pieces.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 17
Lions Updated Bubble Watch after Bengals Game: Defense

Lions Updated Bubble Watch after Bengals Game: Defense

The Detroit Lions have various defensive players on the bubble entering their second preseason game Saturday with the Washington Commanders. These aforementioned players need to not only string together a solid week of practices, but also need to stand out vs.

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

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 / Detroit Lions on SI / August 17
Projecting Lions Week 1 Starters Today: Biggest Surprises, New Additions

Projecting Lions Week 1 Starters Today: Biggest Surprises, New Additions

The regular season is drawing ever closer for the Detroit Lions. A week of preseason is in the books, leaving teams across the league with two more exhibitions before the action truly begins.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 17
We’re just talking here. Here’s what happens if the Lions have a center controversy

We’re just talking here. Here’s what happens if the Lions have a center controversy

We’re just talking here. But the Detroit Lions could have a VERY interesting problem waiting for them in October. What happens if the guy replacing Cade Mays plays so well that Detroit doesn’t want to make a change when Mays returns?

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 17
The Lions should be watching these 6 potential cuts after we studied every NFL team’s roster projection

The Lions should be watching these 6 potential cuts after we studied every NFL team’s roster projection

The Detroit Lions’ next roster addition might come from somebody else’s cuts. We studied 53-man roster projections from around the NFL and found 6 potential cuts who make a LOT of sense for Detroit.

Isaac TeSlaa News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 17
Lions Camp Highlight: Isaac TeSlaa Makes Impressive, Contested TD Grab

Lions Camp Highlight: Isaac TeSlaa Makes Impressive, Contested TD Grab

Detroit Lions wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa has been under the microscope all throughout his second training camp. A highlight-reel touchdown grab at the end of practice on Sunday afternoon could serve to spark a player who has not had the best training camp.

Dan Campbell News / EssentiallySports / August 17
Dan Campbell Urges NFL to Add Sideline 'Monitor' for Better Replay Assistance

Dan Campbell Urges NFL to Add Sideline 'Monitor' for Better Replay Assistance

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell wants the NFL to change its sideline rules after the team’s preseason 14-16 loss against the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

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.

Marcus Davenport News / Pro Football Rumors / August 16
Bears Meet With DE Marcus Davenport

Bears Meet With DE Marcus Davenport

The Bears hosted free agent defensive end Marcus Davenport on Sunday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports. This is the first known interest in Davenport since he became a free agent in March.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 16
Lions Updated Bubble Watch after Bengals Game: Offense

Lions Updated Bubble Watch after Bengals Game: Offense

The Detroit Lions have a multitude of players on the bubble headed into their second preseason game next Saturday with the Washington Commanders. These aforementioned players need to not only have a solid week of practice, but also need to impress vs.

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Antwaan Randle El might become the NFL's next hot HC candidate

Antwaan Randle El might quickly become the NFL's next hot HC candidate

Every year, there is that one assistant coach who quickly climbs the coaching ranks and becomes the hot candidate everybody in the NFL wants as their next head coach.

Ben Johnson sets a crazy goal for Bears in 2026
Beanie Bishop's play in Bears' debut builds case to make main roster
Bears chairman gives update on Indiana stadium possibility
The 'Famous NFL families' quiz
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Bengals WR Dohnte Meyers chasing NFL breakthrough

Bengals WR Dohnte Meyers chasing NFL breakthrough

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Dohnte Meyers did not take a conventional path to the NFL. Small-school football, an undrafted exit from college, DoorDash deliveries and a successful stop in Canada all preceded his first opportunity with an NFL team.

Bengals rookie leaves team, presumably to pursue acting career
Zac Taylor defends Bengals' Joe Burrow protectors after bold Orlando Brown Jr. claim
Joe Burrow shares his two cents on LSU-Jayden Daniels drama
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Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 16

Lions Worked Out Four Free Agents Including Three RBs

The Detroit Lions officially hosted four free agents for workouts on Sunday, according to the NFL transactions wire. The full list includes: DB Ekow Boye-Doe

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / August 16
Lions LB Devin White Pushing For Starting Role

Lions LB Devin White Pushing For Starting Role

Linebacker Devin White signed with the Lions just two weeks ago, but he is already pushing for a starting job in the second level of the team’s defense, according to Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 14
Lions could cut ties with offseason signing pick after 'up and down' showing

Lions could cut ties with offseason signing pick after 'up and down' showing

Detroit signed the player, a former second-round pick by the Tennessee Titans, to a one-year, $1.4 million deal this offseason.

Ahmed Hassanein has surprise breakout performance in Lions' preseason game
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The 'Active 3-TD pass NFL games' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 14
Mike Macdonald explains why Seahawks signed Terrion Arnold despite legal case

Mike Macdonald explains why Seahawks signed Terrion Arnold despite legal case

In one of the most controversial moves of the offseason, the defending champions are adding more talent. 

Seahawks willing to take chances with Terrion Arnold signing
Is Lions HC Dan Campbell's job in jeopardy?
Why the Lions are most likely worst-to-first team in the NFL
The 'Super Bowl coaches since 2000' quiz
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 13
Ahmed Hassanein has surprise breakout performance

Ahmed Hassanein has surprise breakout performance in Lions' preseason game

Ahmed Hassanein had the kind of game that could move him up on the depth chart.

Is Lions HC Dan Campbell's job in jeopardy?
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The '2023 NFL sack leaders' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 13
Seahawks willing to take chances with Terrion Arnold signing

Seahawks willing to take chances with Terrion Arnold signing

If there wasn't enough attention on the Seattle Seahawks this preseason, the defending Super Bowl champions put themselves even more in the NFL spotlight on Thursday.

There might be a surprising trade suitor for Vikings' J.J. McCarthy
McCarthy makes feelings on future clear after losing job to Kyler Murray
Saints hit with concerning injury to rookie WR Jordyn Tyson
Christian Gonzalez has one condition to sign a new deal with Patriots
Three teams that could still trade for Raiders' Maxx Crosby
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 13
There might be a surprising trade suitor for Vikings' J.J. McCarthy

There might be a surprising trade suitor for Vikings' J.J. McCarthy

Kyler Murray will start the season as Kevin O'Connell's starting quarterback, with McCarthy as the primary backup.

NFL insiders share blunt takes about future of J.J. McCarthy
Vikings' J.J. McCarthy makes feelings on future clear after losing starting job to Kyler Murray
NFL GM drops big J.J. McCarthy landing spot prediction after Vikings snub
The '1K-rusher and 500-yard receiver' quiz
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 13
Why the Lions are most likely worst-to-first team in the NFL

Why the Lions are most likely worst-to-first team in the NFL

In the NFL, fortunes can change almost overnight. A team that finishes last in its division one year can be playing for a division title the next. The Detroit Lions the most compelling candidate to make that jump in 2026.

Three NFL teams whose seasons are already in big trouble before Week 1
Is Lions HC Dan Campbell's job in jeopardy?
Lions HC Dan Campbell plans to 'push' RB Jahmyr Gibbs to reach a new level
The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 12
Is Lions HC Dan Campbell's job in jeopardy?

Is Lions HC Dan Campbell's job in jeopardy?

The Detroit Lions are under pressure. It doesn't take a football expert to see that. This team has one of the best offenses in the NFL. They were top in the NFC North during the 2024-25 season and were almost unstoppable.

Lions HC Dan Campbell plans to 'push' RB Jahmyr Gibbs to reach a new level
Lions already have an injury replacement for Cade Mays
Lions quickly find replacement for Teddy Bridgewater with QB signing
Three NFL teams whose seasons are already in big trouble before Week 1
The 'QBs and coaches from the 1991 NFL playoff teams' quiz
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 10
Lions already have an injury replacement for Cade Mays

Lions already have an injury replacement for Cade Mays

The Detroit Lions' struggles at center continue.

Lions expect RB Isiah Pacheco (knee) to be ready for opener
Unexpected Teddy Bridgewater update raises more concerns about Lions QB depth behind Jared Goff
Lions quickly find replacement for Teddy Bridgewater with QB signing
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