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Veteran Detroit Lions defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad is in line for a hefty raise next season. General manager Brad Holmes was able to secure the services of the 30-year-old, in 2025, on a one-year contract for just under $1.5 million.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / January 15

Colts Must Consider Bringing Back Breakout Edge Rusher

Great pass rushers have come far and few between for the Indianapolis Colts over the past 10 years. Colts general manager Chris Ballard has had only one edge rusher reach double-digit sacks during his tenure (Justin Houston had 11 in 2019), and he's spent a lot of draft capital on clear misses.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 7

Al-Quadin Muhammad Shares How He Secured Double-Digit Sacks

Al-Quadin Muhammad had a career season for the Detroit Lions. The pending free agent recorded 11 sacks this season playing opposite of Aidan Hutchinson.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 6

One Lions Veteran Who Has Played His Last Snap, And The Team Knows It

The Detroit Lions' pass-rush received a huge boost with the performance of veteran defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad. In 2025, Muhammad had a career year with 11.5 sacks, which finished second on the team behind Aidan Hutchinson.

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The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / December 28

Lions Have Not Had Contract Talks With Impending Defensive Free Agents

After securing the NFC’s No. 1 seed last year, the Lions will not qualify for the postseason in 2025. One of the reasons for the disappointing campaign

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 7

Lions Hope Change in Mentality Keeps Pass-Rush Strong

The Detroit Lions’ pass-rush, which had basically been nonexistent from Weeks 10-13 (four total sacks), woke up in a big way in Week 14 against Dallas.

NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / December 5

Lions overpower Cowboys 44–30 as Gibbs scores three TDs and Detroit boosts playoff odds

Detroit’s 44–30 win over Dallas on Thursday night reignited the Lions’ postseason surge. Jahmyr Gibbs scored three times as Detroit climbed to 8–5 and pulled within striking distance of a playoff spot.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / December 2

If there were ever a game set up for Marcus Davenport and Al-Quadin Muhammad to prove themselves, it's this one against the Cowboys

I don't know if you've noticed, but there have been some issues with the Detroit Lions' defensive line in the last few weeks. Mainly, they haven't been able to get home, and while the fun thing to do is to blame the two guys making the most money, they happen to be the only ones who are making things happen at this time.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / November 6

Emergence of surprise defensive stud likely helped Lions avoid a costly trade

The Detroit Lions came into the 2025 season with questions about who would pressure the quarterback in addition to Aidan Hutchinson, and so far, they've been pleasantly surprised by the answer.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 18

Lions DE 'Went Ham' Against Penei Sewell, Nearly Got Punched

Detroit Lions defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad wanted to prove himself to the coaching staff and to teammates, when he was given an opportunity to join the team's practice squad last season.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / September 25

An Unlikely Hero Emerges For The Detroit Lions Defense

An unlikely hero is emerging for the Detroit Lions’ defense, just when the team needs him the most. After a bumpy start, eight-year NFL journeyman Al-Quadin Muhammad has finally found a home with the Detroit Lions.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 24

Lions DE Dealing With Knee Injury Expects to Play Against Browns

The Detroit Lions raised eyebrows when defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad, who recorded two-and-a-half sacks against Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, appeared on the team's estimated injury report.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 24

Detroit Lions Sign TE to Active Roster, Add DL to Practice Squad

The Detroit Lions announced a pair of roster moves, ahead of their Week 4 matchup against the Cleveland Browns. Detroit made the decision to sign tight end Ross Dwelley off the practice squad and to the 53-man active roster.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / September 23

Lions' Al-Quadin Muhammad Puts Ravens Win in Perspective With Inspiring Postgame Speech

The Detroit Lions took on the Baltimore Ravens Monday night and came out with a 38-30 road win that qualifies as their biggest of the season so far. Following

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / September 23

Lions may have just found the more reliable version of Marcus Davenport

Al-Quadin Muhammad has been quietly piecing together an impressive start to his 2025 season with the Detroit Lions. He ranked 6th in pass rush win rate through two weeks of action, and he certainly made those numbers even better in Week 3 against the Baltimore Ravens.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 19

Monday night could be a big highlight reel game for Lions edge rushers Aidan Hutchinson and Al-Quadin Muhammad, here's why

There is no doubt that the Detroit Lions have a tough task on Monday night against the Baltimore Ravens and Lamar Jackson. The thing we've heard over and over for years is that the Lions struggled ot stop the mobile quarterback.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 16

Lions Giving DE Al-Quadin Muhammad Expanded Role

The Detroit Lions value players that are consistent and perform whenever the team calls upon them. For veteran defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad, the opportunity has now presented itself for his playing time to potentially increase even more.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / March 19

Lions bringing back edge rusher who played one of the best years in his career in 2024

The Detroit Lions needed edge rusher help in 2024 after losing Aidan Hutchinson in Week 6. They went out and signed veteran defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad who had been released by the Cowboys a few weeks earlier to their practice squad.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 19

Lions Re-Signing DE Al-Quadin Muhammad To One-Year Deal

According to Adam Schefter, the Lions are re-signing DE Al-Quadin Muhammad to a one-year deal on Wednesday. Muhammad, 30, is a former sixth-round pick of the Saints back in 2017.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / November 1, 2024

Al-Quadin Muhammad makes big promise for Lions' pass rush vs. Packers

Until an outside move is announced, the Detroit Lions have to roll with players on their roster to chip in along the defensive line. That means Al-Quadin Muhammad is going to need a solid Week 9 against the Green Bay Packers.

Miami Dolphins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3, 2024

Dolphins Worked Out Three Edge Rushers

The Miami Dolphins hosted three edge rushers for a workout on Thursday, according to Aaron Wilson. The full list of players includes: Cam Gill Shaq Lawson Al-Quadin Muhammad Miami recently lost OLB Jaelen Phillips for the season due to a knee injury.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 28, 2024

Cowboys Releasing DE Al-Quadin Muhammad

The Dallas Cowboys announced they have released DE Al-Quadin Muhammad. He was set to miss Week 1 regardless because of a game remaining on a six-game suspension from last season. Muhammad, 29, is a former sixth-round pick of the Saints back in 2017.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / August 1, 2024

After losing key contributor, Cowboys to sign replacement DE

He did not see any game action last season, but completed a six-sack season in the not-so-distant past. That came with the 2021 Colts.

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Indianapolis Colts News / A to Z Sports / December 7, 2023

Colts defensive player suspended by the NFL

Just as one Indianapolis Colts player comes off the NFL suspension list, another goes on. It has been announced that DE Al-Quadin Muhammad has been suspended for six games by the NFL.

Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / December 6, 2023

Colts DE Al-Quadin Muhammad receives PED suspension

The Colts will not have practice squad defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad available for the remainder of the regular season after the veteran defender received a six-game suspension for violating the league’s policy on performance-enhancing substances, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

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Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / December 6, 2023

Colts Lose Pass Rusher to Suspension by NFL

Just as the Indianapolis Colts get back interior defender Grover Stewart after his six-game suspension due to violating the NFL’s policy on performance-enhancing substances, another player is receiving a suspension for the same issue.