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Miami Hurricanes News / Yardbarker / April 13
Lions GM says club has been aware of concerning Rueben Bain Jr. incident 'for a while'
Shortly after it was reported on Sunday that Bain was involved in a fatal vehicular crash when he was a sophomore in March 2024, Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated shared that NFL teams had been aware of the incident "for a long, long time." On Monday, Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes confirmed the NFC North club is one of the teams referenced by Breer.
Brad Holmes News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 13
Lions Will Continue 'Best Player Available' Approach in NFL Draft
The Detroit Lions have a couple of perceived areas of need heading into the 2026 NFL Draft. For general manager Brad Holmes, the process of evaluating prospects remains the same.
The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 13
4 under-the-radar linebackers the Detroit Lions can take later in the 2026 NFL Draft and win big with
We know that the Detroit Lions love to go value shopping and that while they’ll probably get some really good players higher in the 2026 NFL Draft, they’ll still want to find some good guys later.
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 13
Lions Three-Round NFL Mock Draft: Ideal OT, LB Reinforcements
The Detroit Lions have several needs they could address early in the NFL Draft, and as a result there is plenty of anticipation for what general manager Brad Holmes will do.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 13
The Lions could get a running back, wide receiver, tight end, and fullback by drafting just one player late in the 2026 NFL Draft
Maybe you’ve noticed it before. I keep doing these 7-round Detroit Lions Mock drafts, and I keep drafting the same guy in the seventh round. I know this guy has noticed.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 13
Former Detroit Lions CB Chris Payton-Jones Dies in Car Accident
The NFL world is mourning the passing of 30-year-old Chris Payton-Jones. According to multiple reports, the former cornerback passed away in a fatal automobile accident in Florida.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 13
Three blockbuster trades the Detroit Lions could make during the 2026 NFL Draft
The 2026 NFL Draft is next week, and if you’ve learned anything over the years, it’s that anything can happen. Including big trades for big players. For Brad Holmes and the Detroit Lions, this is the place where they get the most aggressive.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 13
The Greatest First-Round Picks in Lions History: The Ones Who Changed Everything
The Detroit Lions have endured their fair share of ups and downs over the years. Yet, throughout the franchise’s history, there have been multiple first-round
Detroit Lions News / Gridiron Heroics / April 13
Detroit Lions’ ‘Surprising Need’ Before NFL Draft Revealed
The Detroit Lions are entering the 2026 NFL Draft with a surprising need at the tight end position, an area not typically viewed as a priority for a team with an already productive offense.
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 12
NFL Analyst: Detroit Lions Signed 'Veteran Band-Aids' to Fill Needs
The Detroit Lions are currently expected to address the trenches in the early rounds of the 2026 NFL Draft. This offseason, the team invested in free agents to bolster the offensive and defensive line units, but many pundits and supporters believe more work needs to be done to improve the roster.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 12
Roundtable: Lions' 2026 First-Round Draft Priority
The Detroit Lions On SI staff examines the Lions' draft strategy entering the 2026 NFL Draft. 1. What do you hope to learn from Brad Holmes when he speaks at his annual pre-draft media session?
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 12
Far-Too-Early Detroit Lions 2026 Record Prediction
The Detroit Lions fell far shy of meeting their Super Bowl-or-bust expectations in 2025. They instead experienced their fair share of ups and downs, finishing the campaign with a 9-8 record and in fourth place in the NFC North.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 12
Ranking Every Detroit Lions Draft Class of the Last Decade
The Detroit Lions have had an up-and-down performance in the NFL Draft over the last decade. General manager Brad Holmes has had some success over his five-year run, but the team has also had some tough showings in what is annually the most anticipated event of the NFL offseason.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 11
Detroit Lions All-Trades Mock Draft
With the NFL Draft two weeks away, it's time to be creative forecasting the Detroit Lions' haul. The Lions have been active historically under general manager Brad Holmes in his five years at the helm.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 11
4 Hidden Value Draft Prospects for Lions
The Detroit Lions’ front office, led by general manager Brad Holmes, has done a commendable job identifying hidden value prospects in recent years. With the 2026 NFL Draft approaching, here are four under-the-radar prospects who could provide sneaky value and fit Detroit’s roster in both the immediate and long-term future.
Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / April 11
Top 5 Detroit Lions Trade Targets During The 2026 NFL Draft
The Detroit Lions still have plenty of needs heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, which begins in less than two weeks. However, GM Brad Holmes has proven he will select the players he wants, regardless of perceived team needs or positional value.
Brad Holmes News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 11
Three Pre-Draft Questions for Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes
At some point prior to the 2026 NFL Draft, Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes will address the media and address various questions about free agency and how the team has been preparing to select the best prospects in the next couple of weeks.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 11
Perfect Late-Round Guard For Detroit Lions in 2026 Draft
The Detroit Lions have two young offensive guards returning to their offense in 2026, and could be looking for some competition for the group in this year's NFL Draft.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 10
Detroit Lions Will Host Toledo Defensive Back For Top 30 Visit
In under two weeks, NFL commisioner Roger Goodell will walk across the stage and announce the 32 newest members into the league he operates. In 15 days time, the NFL Draft will have concluded and the rush of undrafted free agency will begin in earnest.
Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / April 10
Three Under-the-Radar Top Detroit Lions Draft Prospects
The Detroit Lions have the 17th pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. According to most Mock Drafts, Brad Holmes will select either safety Dillon Thieneman, OT Kadyn Proctor, or EDGE Keldric Faulk.
Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 7
Lions 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup with pre-draft cycle ending
The Detroit Lions have responded well after a disappointing 2025 campaign. Detroit acted with urgency during NFL free agency, filling the roster with depth and competition at almost every position.
Avonte Maddox News / Pro Football Rumors / April 6
Lions Re-Sign DB Avonte Maddox
Avonte Maddox is signing up for another season in Detroit. The Lions announced Monday they agreed to terms to bring back the veteran defensive back. The longtime Eagles slot defender played 14 games, starting three, with the Lions last season.
Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / April 4
Jahmyr Gibbs could have a new role for the Lions in 2026
The Detroit Lions may really be trying to maximize what they have in Jahmyr Gibbs. Lions head coach Dan Campbell spoke to reporters this week at NFL League Meetings.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / April 3
Lions HC Dan Campbell issues Jahmyr Gibbs warning for rest of NFL
While the Detroit Lions are coming off a disappointing season that they ended with a record of 9-8, Gibbs cemented his status as one of the NFL's most dynamic playmakers.
DK Metcalf News / Yardbarker / April 1
NFL amends 'DK Metcalf rule' that could lead to further ejections, penalties
The altercation between Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf and a Detroit Lions fan late in the 2025 NFL season has prompted a rule change for the 2026 season.
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