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Lions Could Reshape Left Guard Competition by Signing Mekhi Becton

The Detroit Lions opened training camp with an open competition at left guard, and though we're only a little over two weeks into camp, a frontrunner has already emerged in the position battle.

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5 Biggest Standouts From Lions Training Camp Day 10: A heat-seeking missile emerges as the defense takes over

Detroit Lions’ Day 10 standouts were almost all on defense. One veteran is making a serious push, and another bubble player refuses to stop making plays.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 10

Ennis Rakestraw’s rocky Lions training camp and Dan Campbell’s comments raise real questions about his roster spot

Detroit Lions fans keep asking what’s changed with Ennis Rakestraw. After Dan Campbell’s latest comments and what we’ve seen at camp, there are some real questions worth talking about.

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The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz

Since 1990, 46 NFL running backs have led or tied for the lead in rushing touchdowns on the season. How many of these leaders can you name in five minutes?

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 10

Detroit Lions Training Camp observations Day 10: A new defensive starter has emerged, and another 2024 pick is in trouble

Lions camp observations: A new starter is in town, one battle looks done, two more 2024 draft picks are in trouble, and it was turnover day in Allen Park Day 10 of Detroit Lions training camp was by far one of the most eventful days we’ve seen from this team.

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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.

Blake Miller News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 10

Lions Make Decision Regarding Blake Miller Playing in Preseason

Detroit Lions rookie right tackle Blake Miller is expected to appear in the preseason. Speaking to reporters before training camp practice on Monday morning, head coach Dan Campbell revealed the first-round pick would suit up and be available to play against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Cade Mays News / Pro Football Rumors / August 10

Lions C Cade Mays To Miss Time

The Lions dealt with a number of injuries along the offensive line in 2025. That unit has already been dealt a blow for the coming season. Head coach Dan Campbell said on Monday that center Cade Mays is dealing with a wrist injury.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 10

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

The 'Most TD's by a tight end' quiz

Isiah Pacheco News / Field Level Media / August 10

Lions expect RB Isiah Pacheco (knee) to be ready for opener

Detroit Lions running back Isiah Pacheco is dealing with a sprained MCL but is expected to be ready for Week 1, head coach Dan Campbell confirmed Monday.

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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.

Joshua Dobbs News / A to Z Sports / August 10

Josh Dobbs may want to be careful after landing in Detroit with what’s happening to former Vols in Lions training camp

Former Tennessee Vols quarterback Josh Dobbs signed with the Detroit Lions on Sunday. Dobbs played for the New England Patriots last season. Former Tennessee Vols quarterback Josh Dobbs signed with the Detroit Lions on Sunday, where he’s expected to serve as the primary backup to starter Jared Goff.

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The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz

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The 'Most TDs by NFL franchise' quiz

Cade Mays News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 10

Lions C Cade Mays to Miss Significant Time With Wrist Injury

Per Tim Twentyman, Lions HC Dan Campbell said C Cade Mays has a wrist injury that will knock him out for a “significant amount of time.” According to Colton Pouncy, Campbell said he does expect Mays to play at some point this year, but believes it will be down the road.

Terrion Arnold News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 10

Saints Will Meet With Former Lions CB Terrion Arnold

NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports the Saints will meet with former Lions CB Terrion Arnold. Arnold visited the Texans last month, and his agent said four teams reached out to him with interest.

Luke Altmyer News / A to Z Sports / August 10

Luke Altmyer is a long shot at QB2 for the Lions, but he is about to get a shot more quarterbacks don’t

Altmyer is not the next Brock Purdy at this point, but he is about to get a shot most quarterbacks don’t this week. When Teddy Bridgewater stepped down from the Detroit Lions on Sunday, there was a very quick reach from Lions fans to put Luke Altmyer right into that QB2 spot.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 10

Dan Campbell Reveals How Jared Goff Has Grown Since 2025 Season

Detroit Lions starting quarterback Jared Goff is entering his sixth season running the offense. With everything in place needed to succeed, the 31-year-old has showcased a renewed sense of urgency this offseason.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 10

We did the math on the Lions paying Brian Branch and Sam LaPorta after Jahmyr Gibbs. The answer is almost ridiculous

Detroit Lions fans keep asking how Brian Branch and Sam LaPorta get paid after Jahmyr Gibbs. We ran the cap math, built the projections and tested the scenario.

Aidan Hutchinson News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 10

Nothing Compares to Practicing in Pads for Detroit Lions Aidan Hutchinson

Entering his fifth NFL season, Aidan Hutchinson has clearly cemented his status as one of the top defensive players in the league today. Yet, as he readies himself for the 2026 campaign, the star EDGE defender remains as committed as ever to improving his game with each practice snap.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 9

CB Terrion Arnold is still drawing interest from NFL teams

CB Terrion Arnold is still drawing interest from teams, but will any sign him?

Free-agent cornerback Terrion Arnold reportedly met and worked out with the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks on Sunday in his quest to put aside his legal problems and potentially land with another NFL team.

Unexpected Teddy Bridgewater update raises more concerns about Lions QB depth behind Jared Goff

Lions quickly find replacement for Teddy Bridgewater with QB signing

Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs gets historic extension after Falcons pay Bijan Robinson

The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 10

Three NFL teams whose seasons are in big trouble before Week 1

Three NFL teams whose seasons are already in big trouble before Week 1

Nobody should declare a season dead in August. Still, these three teams have each absorbed blows that could follow them long after the preseason ends.

Commanders receive brutal Laremy Tunsil injury news

Laremy Tunsil's injury leaves Commanders with one obvious replacement

Bears' Caleb Williams projected to get historic extension if one thing happens

Three NFL owners who can't stop getting in their own team's way

The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 10

Lions quickly find replacement for Teddy Bridgewater with QB signing

The Detroit Lions didn't take long to find a replacement for Teddy Bridgewater. On Sunday, the Lions placed Bridgewater on the reserve/retired list (an NFL roster designation for a player who retires while under contract).

Unexpected Teddy Bridgewater update raises more concerns about Lions QB depth behind Jared Goff

Lions get chilling warning ahead of 2026 season

The '35-passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

Teddy Bridgewater News / Yardbarker / August 10

Unexpected Teddy Bridgewater update raises more concerns about Lions QB depth behind Jared Goff

The Detroit Lions hope starting quarterback Jared Goff remains healthy in 2026 more than they did previously.

Lions quickly find replacement for Bridgewater with QB signing

Lions get chilling warning ahead of 2026 season

Laremy Tunsil's injury leaves Commanders with obvious replacement

Why Eagles could fire Nick Sirianni after 2026 season

Three NFL teams whose seasons are in big trouble before Week 1

Three NFL owners who can't stop getting in their own team's way

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / August 9

Lions’ Blake Miller, Christian Mahogany Favorites For Starting OL Jobs

The Lions’ offensive line regressed in a big way in 2025, and the club made multiple changes to that group this offseason. Detroit moved Penei Sewell from