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Lions' Former Second-Round Pick Named a Potential Cut Candidate

With their 2025 preseason officially underway, the Detroit Lions have plenty of roster spots up for grabs. Some of the spots being competed for are a bit more high-profile, like their backup QB job, starting role at defensive tackle, and the competition across the interior of their offensive line.

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Detroit Lions Dan Campbell Laments Poor Performance Of Young Offensive Lineman

Detroit Lions fans hoping for a seamless start to the 2025 season are already grappling with headlines from training camp that hint at potential challenges.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 5

Former Lions Safety Returns to Titans

A former Detroit Lions safety is returning to the Tennessee Titans. On Tuesday, multiple reports indicated that former Lions safety Quandre Diggs has inked a one-year contract to return to the team he played for last season.

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The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

Can you name the 28 NFL players who have scored 100 or more touchdowns over the course of their careers? Five minutes are on the clock.

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Hendon Hooker News / Side Lion Report / August 5

Lions get called out (again) for how they've handled Hendon Hooker

The Detroit Lions knew what they were getting into when they took quarterback Hendon Hooker 68th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft. He was coming off a torn ACL late in his final college season at Tennessee, and he was already 25 years old due to playing six years of college football in the COVID-19 era.

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25 NFL storylines to keep an eye on heading into the 2025 season

Another football season is upon us as the NFL gears up for Week 1. The Philadelphia Eagles will seek to defend their Super Bowl trophy as the Kansas City Chiefs look to reach the AFC title game for the sixth straight season.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 5

The biggest surprise from Lions’ first unofficial depth chart of 2025 NFL season

The Detroit Lions are ready to get back to business during the 2025 NFL season. Detroit had arguably its best regular season in franchise history in 2024, winning 15 games and securing the No.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 5

Lions' Rival Loses Wideout Due to Suspension

One of the Detroit Lions' division rivals will be without a key player in their offense for the first three games of the 2025 season. On Tuesday, reports surfaced that Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison has been suspended for the first three games of the season without pay for violating the NFL's Substances of Abuse policy.

Teddy Bridgewater News / Pro Football Talk / August 5

Buccaneers make it official with Teddy Bridgewater

Quarterback Teddy Bridgewater is officially a member of the Buccaneers. Bridgewater visited with the team on Tuesday and took a physical that went well enough for the Bucs to announce his signing.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Lions' Quarterback Options Continue to Dwindle as They Hold Out Hope the Answer is on Their Roster

It looks like Teddy Bridgewater won't be coming to save the day for the Detroit Lions again in 2025. Bridgewater was the team's backup quarterback for the 2023 season.

Isaac TeSlaa News / Side Lion Report / August 5

This Lions rookie's camp reps are starting to feel like something bigger

Isaac TeSlaa is the Detroit Lions' latest draft pick that could turn into so much more than just a 3rd round flier. The rookie impressed in his NFL debut

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Who is the longest-tenured QB for every NFL franchise?

Some NFL teams have seen quarterbacks suit up well past the 10-year mark, with the Patriots enjoying a 20-year relationship with their top passer. Here is the longest-tenured QB in every franchise's history.

Teddy Bridgewater News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 5

Buccaneers Signing QB Teddy Bridgewater Following Workout

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Buccaneers are signing QB Teddy Bridgewater to a one-year deal. Rapoport adds Bridgewater passed his physical on Tuesday after a workout.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 5

Former Lions Quarterback Signs With Buccaneers

Teddy Bridgewater is making a return to the NFL, but it won't be with the Detroit Lions. After spending parts of the last two seasons with the Lions, Bridgewater is once again returning to the NFL at age 32.

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Kerby Joseph News / Side Lion Report / August 5

Kerby Joseph perfectly embodying Lions' tough mindset during training camp

The Detroit Lions have been at it in training camp for the better part of two weeks, and as the dog days of summer take over, there can be a temptation for players to let up or get tired So far, that isn't in the lexicon for the Lions, who have made mental and physical toughness a hallmark of their franchise.

Isaac TeSlaa News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 5

Should Detroit Lions Rookie WR Be 2025 Starter?

The Detroit Lions may have found a gem in rookie wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa. Trading up 30 spots to draft the Arkansas product in the third-round of this year's draft, the Lions had a clear vision for TeSlaa.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 5

The Lions clearly view UFL players at a different level than the rest of the league, here's why, plus a look at the Lions new up and comer from the spring league

Brad Holmes and the Detroit Lions have been lauded over and over again for their scouting efforts in the NFL Draft and for some of the free agent signings.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 5

New Buccaneers backup QB sparks memories of team landing Brady

New Buccaneers backup QB sparks memories of team landing Tom Brady in 2020

The Buccaneers winning the Brady sweepstakes in early 2020 proved to be a franchise-altering event.

Bucs QB lands at No. 50 on NFL’s Top 100 Players of 2025

Baker Mayfield reveals his focus as Buccaneers ramp up training camp

Raiders QB Geno Smith shares what he has learned from Tom Brady

Projecting the most explosive NFL offenses in 2025, from first to worst

The 'Active four passing touchdowns game leaders' quiz

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The 'Rookie passing-yard leaders by NFL franchise' quiz

How many of the rookie QBs with the most passing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 5

The thing Dan Campbell says Lions QB Hendon Hooker needs the most right now

The Hall of Fame game was not a good night for the Detroit Lions. Even more so, it was not a good night for former third-round pick Hendon Hooker. He finished the night going just 3-6 for 18 yards and an interception.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 5

Is Brad Holmes' perceived struggle with backup quarterbacks a major red flag for when it comes time to replace Jared Goff?

Last Thursday was really bad for the Detroit Lions and their backup quarterbacks. Both Hendon Hooker and Kyle Allen struggled mightily in that game. This, of course, has Lions fans up in arms about the possibility of how bad things could be for this team if Jared Goff were to go down.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 5

Buccaneers Hosting QB Teddy Bridgewater For Visit

Rick Stroud reports the Buccaneers are hosting veteran QB Teddy Bridgewater for a visit on Tuesday. Stroud adds Bridgewater is also taking a physical with Tampa Bay.

Amik Robertson News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 5

Lions Amik Robertson Warns Offense: 'Don't Poke the Bear'

Amik Robertson is one of the most accountable and likable players on the Detroit Lions' roster. Following a tough, physical practice, the veteran defensive back spent time with reporters discussing the team's defense, the hunger to advance further in the playoffs and asking for advice on what movies to watch on Netflix next.