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Report: Matt Campell accepted Detroit Lions job after 2020 season before changing his mind
A new era of Penn State football is set to kick off in just a few short months, with the coaching change from James Franklin to Matt Campbell. While Nittany Lion fans might be buzzing with excitement to see what Campbell can do with their program, there is an alternate timeline where this situation does not even exist.
Dan Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 6
Detroit Lions Dodged Major Error in Judgment Back in 2021
The Detroit Lions have enjoyed a successful run with head coach Dan Campbell. In each of the last four seasons, the team has finished with a winning record.
Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / May 6
Rookie Blake Miller could be a difference-maker for Lions
The 2026 NFL Draft has come and gone, and now, it's time to size up this Detroit Lions' rookie class. For the Lions, they needed to pin down a budding tackle early, and they did so with offensive tackle Blake Miller out of Clemson.
The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz
36 NFL quarterbacks have thrown for over 35,000 passing yards in their careers. How many of the 36 can you name in six minutes?
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.
Ahmed Hassanein News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 6
Lions Granted Roster Exemption For DE Ahmed Hassanein
Per the transactions wire, the Lions have been granted an international player roster exemption for DE Ahmed Hassanein. Hassanein, 23, was a sixth-round pick by the Lions in the 2025 NFL Draft out of Boise State.
NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 5
Why Detroit Lions Target QB in 2027 Way-Too-Early NFL Mock Draft
The Detroit Lions appear to be set at the quarterback position for the foreseeable future. In the 2026 NFL Draft, the team did not use one of their seven total selections on a quarterback, but did add former Illinois Fighting Illini signal-caller Luke Altmeyer to the roster as an undrafted free agent.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 5
NFC Notes: Terrion Arnold, Adam Stenavich, Bears, Lions, Packers
According to SI’s Albert Breer, two free-agent names to keep an eye on for Chicago are DE Jadeveon Clowney and DE Cameron Jordan. Jordan has familiarity with DC Dennis Allen and his system, and Clowney fits the mold for long-edge rushers that Allen covets.
D.J. Reader News / Yardbarker / May 5
Giants sign veteran DT in attempt to fill Dexter Lawrence II-sized hole
The New York Giants have a huge gap to fill along their defensive front after trading defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II to the Cincinnati Bengals.
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 5
Giants Finalizing Deal With DT D.J. Reader
According to Ian Rapoport, the Giants are finalizing a contract for veteran DT D.J. Reader. He’s been a target of New York’s for a while but it took some
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 5
Giants ‘Still A Possibility’ For DT D.J. Reader
Before the draft, the Giants were expected to sign veteran DT D.J. Reader, but they signed DTs Shelby Harris and Leki Fotu since then. Jordan Schultz reported earlier this week that the Giants are still in the mix for Reader despite the two additions, but they have competition for the veteran’s services.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 5
The NFL and the football gods have given the Detroit Lions a gift on their schedule
The Lions have a pretty easy schedule in 2026. How can they take advantage of it? The 2025 season was a hard one to watch for the Detroit Lions. Not so much because it was a guantlet for them.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 5
Exec Pours Cold Water on Detroit Lions 2026 NFL Draft
The reviews are still pouring in regarding how each NFL team fared in the 2026 NFL Draft. By all accounts, many pundits believed the Detroit Lions had a productive draft haul, adding players that filled key areas of need, including at offensive tackle and defensive end.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 5
The Lions should look to bring back the UFL’s top edge rusher for another look at training camp
The Lions love to bring in UFL players, and they’ve already spent time with this guy. It just makes sense The Detroit Lions still have a few roster spots open, and they’re doing things a little differently this year.
Terrion Arnold News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 5
Detroit Lions Terrion Arnold Unsure About OTA, Minicamp Availability
The Detroit Lions may be without one of their top cornerbacks during a portion of organization team activities and mandatory minicamp. Speaking at a charity
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 5
Derrick Moore is already elite at one thing—but this hidden flaw could decide everything for the Detroit Lions
Derrick Moore enters the NFL as a polished and constantly improving pass rusher, but his play against the run will be the key factor in determining whether he can become a true every-down impact player at the next level.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 5
The Lions could see a fair dial back in primetime games in 2026 -Why we think that
The Lions could see fewer primetime and nationally televised games in 2026, and it won’t really be their fault The Detroit Lions have been one of the most popular teams in the NFL in the last three years.
Jack Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 4
NFL Analyst Explains Why Jack Campbell Benefitted From Lions Decision
When the Detroit Lions made the decision to decline the fifth-year option on linebacker Jack Campbell, many pundits took to social media to share why off-ball linebackers must be categorized differently than edge rushers in the compensation formula.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / May 4
Lions get encouraging news about their 2026 season
The Detroit Lions are digging themselves out of a bit of a hole as they try to come back from ending their 2025-26 season at the bottom of the NFC North.
Jameson Williams News / Football Analysis / May 4
Lions’ $83M Star Jameson Williams Hits NCAA With Lawsuit Over ‘Zero’ NIL Pay
The filing landed in Los Angeles County Superior Court on a Monday, and the number at the center of it stopped people cold. Not $83 million, the contract Jameson Williams signed with the Detroit Lions.
Detroit Lions News / HITC / May 1
The Lions drew a hard line between the positional value of Jahmyr Gibbs and Jack Campbell
Detroit’s decision around fifth-year options made one thing clear: the Lions are strict about how they assign value across their squad. They were happy to commit $14.29 million to Jahmyr Gibbs for 2027 but turned down Jack Campbell’s $21.9 million option, even after his All-Pro campaign.
Jack Campbell News / Field Level Media / April 29
Report: Lions decline LB Jack Campbell's fifth-year option
The Lions reportedly made a split decision with their 2023 first-round draft selections, picking up running back Jahmyr Gibbs' fifth-year option but not All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell's.
Jack Campbell News / Pro Football Rumors / April 28
Mutual Extension Interest Between Lions, LB Jack Campbell
The deadline for fifth-year option decisions is approaching, and the Lions are among the teams with an interesting call still to be made. Linebacker Jack Campbell‘s short-term future is unclear leading up to May 1.
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