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In case you missed it, former Giants’ tight end Darren Waller announced he’s coming out of retirement to play for the Dolphins next season. That’s great, but the NFL can do better.

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All-NFC North Team: Is Lions' Sam LaPorta Best TE in Division?

When the Detroit Lions traded T.J. Hockenson to the Minnesota Vikings at the 2022 trade deadline, they were sending a big piece of their offense to a division rival.

Aidan Hutchinson News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 4

Lions' Star Pass Rusher Issues Statement On Fake A.I. Posts

Detroit Lions star defensive end Aidan Hutchinson has issued a statement regarding a series of fake artificial intelligence posts circulating on social media.

Amon-Ra St. Brown News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 4

Lions Amon-Ra St. Brown 2025 Season Stat Prediction

Since Amon-Ra St. Brown was drafted by the Detroit Lions in 2021, he has been a model of consistency. Whether it be for a Lions team that starts winless, or wins the top seed in the NFC, St.

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The 'NFL head coaches' quiz

How many of the 32 NFL head coaches to at the start of the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

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Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 4

Recent Lions signing is already a cut candidate ahead of camp

Trystan Colon was signed by the Detroit Lions shortly after news had broken about Frank Ragnow's shock retirement from the NFL. Colon, a five year veteran in the league, has been the definition of a journeyman considering his shorter experience having been in the league.

Detroit Lions News / Gridiron Heroics / July 4

‘Easier Said Than Done’: Lions’ Staffing Issue Raises Major Concern

As the Detroit Lions gear up for the 2025 NFL season, concerns are mounting regarding their staffing changes and the impact on team dynamics. With the departure of key coordinators, the team faces the challenge of integrating new personnel while maintaining their competitive edge.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 4

Former Detroit Lions Who Could Return in 2025

The Detroit Lions are always looking to upgrade their roster and add competition at various positions. There are several former members of the roster who could return to assist in areas of need or to bolster depth.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 4

Final Detroit Lions 16-man practice squad prediction, maybe the deepest vet squad in franchise history

The Detroit Lions will be reporting to training camp in less than two weeks. We are 12 days away. Since it's the Fourth of July and most people have the day off, here's some reading for you.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 4

Final Detroit Lions 53-man roster prediction ahead of training camp, time to say some 'goodbyes' and 'welcome backs'

The Detroit Lions will be reporting to training camp in less than two weeks. We are 12 days away. Since it's the Fourth of July and most people have the day off, here's some reading for you.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 4

Which Lions Could Win Hot Dog Eating Contest?

One of the biggest traditions on the Fourth of July annually is the hot dog eating contest. Every year, competitors from all over the world convene to compete and see who can eat the most hot dogs in an allotted time of 10 minutes.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 4

Lions gave up on this veteran too soon (and they might regret it)

The Detroit Lions suddenly face an offseason full of question marks after their only moves made after Frank Ragnow's retirement involved signing two iffy veteran options to compete for his old position.

Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / July 4

Lions trivia: Your in-5 daily game, Friday edition

Think you can figure out which Lions player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game! We’re back for another day of the Pride of Detroit in-5 daily trivia game.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 3

Analyst Lists Lingering Concern Regarding Key Lions Unit

The sudden retirement of Detroit Lions center Frank Ragnow has caused lingering concerns regarding how the offensive line unit will adapt this upcoming season.

Jared Goff News / Pride of Detroit / July 3

Majority of Lions fans expect Jared Goff to exceed projected passing totals

The results of our latest SB Nation Reacts survey are in, and as expected, the voting wasn’t close. Earlier this week, we published our latest SB Nation

Dan Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 3

Madden 26 Has Perfect Description of Dan Campbell

The latest Madden 26 trailer highlights a new update to the popular football game, considered the first of it's kind in a decade, to the game's Franchise Mode.

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Aidan Hutchinson News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 3

Former Lions OL Gives Advice to Aidan Hutchinson

Former Detroit Lions offensive lineman Jon Jansen has some advice for a current star defensive end. As Aidan Hutchinson remains without a new contract heading into his fourth NFL season, Jansen offered some insight on the situation the talented defender currently faces.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 3

Lions' final center battle will come down to veterans overcoming one rookie

Tate Ratledge has suddenly been thrust into a competition to replace one of the Detroit Lions' best players on offense: Frank Ragnow. The former center retired this summer, leaving a glaring hole on the Lions' IOL.

Sam LaPorta News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 3

Lions TE Lands in NFL Top 100 List

The first member of the Detroit Lions to make the NFL's annual list of Top 100 players has been revealed. Ahead of the start of training camp, the NFL is releasing its yearly ranking of the best players in the league as voted on by the players.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 3

Ranking Defenses Lions Will Face in 2025

The Detroit Lions will not have an easy road to a third-straight division title in 2025. Their schedule is loaded with opponents who made the postseason last season, and many of their showdowns will be against teams with stout defenses.

Jameson Williams News / Side Lion Report / July 3

It’s not even training camp but Jameson Williams is looking like the Lions' WR1

Jameson Williams is entering a very critical portion of his career with the Detroit Lions this season. He's due for an extension soon, one that the team is well aware of, and Williams' performance in 2025 could make or break a huge deal for him ahead of 2026.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 2

Detroit Lions’ most fierce positional battle to watch at 2025 training camp

The Detroit Lions are a prime candidate for regression heading into the 2025 NFL season. Detroit had its best season in franchise history last year, winning 15 games and securing the No.

Aidan Hutchinson News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Aidan Hutchinson's 2024 Impact on Lions Shown in Eye-Opening Advanced Stat

The Detroit Lions lost Aidan Hutchinson to a broken tibia and fibula in his left leg against the Dallas Cowboys last season, an injury that derailed what most people thought was a Defensive Player of the Year caliber season from the Lions pass rusher.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 2

The little addition to Jared Goff's contract that changes everything for the Lions

How a little addition in Jared Goff's contract helps the Lions sign Jameson Williams, Jahmyr Gibbs, Brian Branch, Jack Campbell, and Sam LaPorta to big extensions The Detroit Lions signed Jared Goff to a big four-year $212 million extension in May of 2024.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Detroit Lions' One Big Question: Will the Offseason Brain-Drain Show Up On the Field?

In the 2024 season, the Detroit Lions missed their chance at the Super Bowl, and they also suffered the "brain drain" of other teams poaching their best coaching minds that Super Bowl winners generally experience.