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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 27
3 Must-Follow Position Battles at 2026 Detroit Lions OTAs
The Detroit Lions enter Organized Team Activities with multiple key jobs up for grabs. While OTAs are far from a final determining factor, these practices
Jack Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 26
Jack Campbell's New Contract Includes Salary Cap Trick Used Often
The Detroit Lions committed to Jack Campbell with a new four-year contract extension that will take affect beginning next season. When the team elected to decline his fifth-year option, there was quiet concern.
The 'NFL passing-TD champions' quiz
How many of the NFL quarterbacks to lead the league in passing touchdowns for each season since the AFL/NFL merger in 1970 can you name in seven minutes?
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 26
Detroit Lions Rookie With Most to Prove at 2026 OTAs
Detroit Lions rookie defensive back Keith Abney II has the potential to earn a starting job his rookie season in the National Football League. The 2026 fifth-round draft choice recently appeared on the "Twentyman in the Huddle" podcast and discussed the confidence he feels regarding where he fits in the Lions' defensive scheme.
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.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 26
NFL writer suggests the Lions trade one of their recent first-round picks ahead of the 2026 season, what they could realistically get
Should the Lions really consider trading Terrion Arnold? One NFL writer thinks so… but the return might surprise you. We’re still a ways away from the Detroit Lions’ starting up their 2026 season.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 26
Every move the Lions made points to the potential plan for Ahmed Hassanein, Mekhi Wingo, and the rest of Detroit’s young defensive linemen
Every move the Detroit Lions made this offseason points to a bigger plan for Ahmed Hassanein and Mekhi Wingo. And it could mean much bigger roles in 2026.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 26
Projection Shows How Much Better the Lions’ O-Line Could Be in 2026 — With One Big Concern Left
The numbers suggest a major improvement is coming for the Detroit Lions’ offensive line in 2026. But there’s still one key concern hanging over it. 2025 was not a good year for the Detroit Lions’ offensive line.
Dan Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 26
Detroit Lions Hiring New OC Listed as Most Impactful For 2026 Season
When Dan Campbell made the decision to part ways with former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator John Morton, the replacement hire was going to be one of the key additions that would determine if the 2026 season would be successful.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 26
4 big disadvantages the 2026 Lions have — and somehow nobody’s talking about them
We talked about the Detroit Lions’ advantages… now here’s the other side. These 4 disadvantages for 2026 aren’t getting nearly enough attention Ok, I’m sorry, Detroit Lions fans.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 26
4 big advantages the 2026 Lions have — and somehow nobody’s talking about them
The Detroit Lions have some very real advantages heading into 2026… and almost nobody’s talking about them. Here are 4 that could make a big difference We’re still quite a ways away from the Detroit Lions stepping on the field for their 2026 season.
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 / May 26
Detroit Lions 53-Man Roster Projection Heading Into 2026 OTAs
When the Detroit Lions take the field for organized team activities starting later this week, it will be the first opportunity for the coaching staff to evaluate the roster as a whole.
Jack Campbell News / Football Analysis / May 26
NFL’s ‘Broken’ Linebacker Rule Forced Lions To Reject Campbell Before Giving Him $81M
The ink on Jack Campbell’s All-Pro season was barely dry when Detroit’s front office sat down and did something that made zero sense on the surface. They looked at their best defensive player, the guy who led the team in tackles and won the Butkus Award, and declined his fifth-year option.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / May 26
Lions almost lost a key front office member this offseason
It appears the Lions will avoid losing a key member of the front office this offseason.
Jahmyr Gibbs News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 25
One Roadblock That Could Be Preventing Jahmyr Gibbs Lions Extension
The Detroit Lions may not be able to finalize the long-term contract extension of running back Jahmyr Gibbs due to a similar player on the Atlanta Falcons who is seeking a similar deal.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 25
4 Lions who could realistically be cut after OTAs this week- including recent second-round pick
OTAs are here… and that means tough roster decisions are coming soon for the Detroit Lions. Here are 4 players who could realistically be cut in the coming days—including a recent second-round pick The Detroit Lions are back to work this week when OTAs start up.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 25
10 Players to Watch at Lions' 2026 OTAs
The Detroit Lions have been battling through the offseason workout schedule, and will kick things up a notch starting this week with organized team activities.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / May 25
Analytics just exposed a HUGE advantage for the Lions — and it spells serious trouble for the Bears
The numbers just exposed a huge advantage for the Detroit Lions in 2026, and it’s setting up a potential nightmare scenario for the Chicago Bears As we already know, the Detroit Lions’ 2026 schedule is providing Detroit with the easiest strength of schedule in the NFL this coming season.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 24
Detroit Lions Adding Running Back Listed as 'Most' Underrated Move
The Detroit Lions made the decision to split up one of the most dynamic running back duos in the National Football League. General manager Brad Holmes traded David Montgomery to the Houston Texans prior to the draft and targeted veteran running back Isiah Pacheco in free agency.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 24
Three Lions UDFA’s That Will Turn Heads at 2026 OTAs
The Detroit Lions value competition on their roster, and as a result they have high hopes for their undrafted free agents. Detroit has a history of holding onto UDFAs who perform at a high level, as last season was the first of the team's under Dan Campbell where they did not have a UDFA from that draft class on their initial 53-man roster.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / May 24
Lions Could Extend RB Jahmyr Gibbs Soon; Team Still Interested In New Deal For TE Sam LaPorta
One year ago (almost to the day), we noted the Lions were already looking ahead to an extension for running back Jahmyr Gibbs , who was entering his third professional season.
Teddy Bridgewater News / Total Pro Sports / May 23
Florida Governor Passes The 'Teddy Bridgewater Act'
A couple of years after he led his alma mater, Miami Northwestern High, to a state championship, Teddy Bridgewater secured another big win that will help other coaches and players.
Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 23
1 Lions rookie who stood out most in 2026 minicamp
The Detroit Lions made the unusual decision to skip a traditional rookie minicamp this offseason. Of course, that has only intensified the anticipation surrounding one specific newcomer ahead of organized team activities and mandatory minicamp.
Jahmyr Gibbs News / Yardbarker / May 22
Jahmyr Gibbs' contract talks with Lions take new turn
General manager Brad Holmes and the Detroit Lions have been busy drafting new talent and working out extensions for existing players amid the NFL offseason.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / May 21
Lions All-Pro LB Jack Campbell's contract extension continues to make 'experts' look silly
Remember when the Detroit Lions took all that flak for selecting linebacker Jack Campbell with pick No. 18 in the 2023 NFL Draft? Those who ripped Detroit must now feel silly.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 20
Detroit Lions 2026 Undrafted Free Agent Guarantees
Undrafted free agents sign standard three-year contracts that are worth whatever the minimum salary is in those years. In 2026, the standard UDFA deal is worth $3.1 million.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / May 20
Lions Holding Competition At Left Guard
Lions third-year offensive lineman Christian Mahogany may be the frontrunner to start at left guard, but he will have to battle for the job. Mahogany will face “real competition” from Ben Bartch and Miles Frazier, per Colton Pouncy of The Athletic.
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