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On YouTubeDetroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 14
Lions' 2025 Roster Bubble: Linebackers
Heading into the 2025 season, the Detroit Lions’ linebackers room will be led by the starting trio of Alex Anzalone, Jack Campbell and Derrick Barnes. Manning the middle of the field will be Campbell, who is entering his third year in the league.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / June 5
How the Lions would look in 2025 without Alex Anzalone
The long blonde hair has been the staple of the middle of the Lions' defense since Dan Campbell took over as the head coach in 2021. Anzalone's defensive efforts have not gone unnoticed.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 3
Cryptic Alex Anzalone Video Does Not Reference Detroit Lions
Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone is missed by his teammates, who are participating in another week of organized team activities at the team's Performance Center.
The 'Active NFL players with 1,000-yard rushing seasons' quiz
How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 30
'Life's Good': Dan Campbell Addresses Potential Alex Anzalone Issue
The Detroit Lions have had two players not present for organized team activities, which began Wednesday. Linebacker Alex Anzalone is presumed to be among that group, as he has not been photographed during the team's series of voluntary offseason workouts and multiple coaches have alluded to his absence.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / May 28
The Lions signing Zach Cunningham is not a good sign for Alex Anzalone
Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone is seemingly waiting for the Lions to offer him a contract extension before he plays in 2025. Amidst these negotiations, the Lions have to be prepared for the worst.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 26
Alex Anzalone deserves the security of a new deal, but how much would an extension cost the Lions, and how long do they want to commit to him
If there's one thing we learned about Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone this season, it's that the defense just flat-out works better with him on
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / May 23
Analyst explains why Alex Anzalone's incoming payday from Lions will be weak
The art of a sound defense in the NFL is one that's very difficult to master - and something that the Detroit Lions have prided themselves on since bringing Dan Campbell on as their head coach back in 2021.
Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / May 20
Why the Detroit Lions should extend Alex Anzalone 
Alex Anzalone is in a contract year in 2025, but the Detroit Lions should ensure the veteran linebacker is around for good. When the Detroit Lions and Aaron Glenn brought Alex Anzalone over from New Orleans as a low-risk veteran addition early in the rebuild, I never imagined I’d one day be advocating for his fourth contract in Detroit.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / May 17
Lions are not (yet) concerned about Alex Anzalone missing offseason work
Until mandatory minicamp in June, NFL teams cannot require players to be present for offseason work. However, most coaches would tell you privately they'd like to see 100 percent attendance throughout OTAs.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Talk / May 16
Lions have "zero concern" about Alex Anzalone missing voluntary work
Linebacker Alex Anzalone missed a big chunk of the 2024 season because of injury and the Lions defense had a hard time without him, but no one in Detroit is sweating Anzalone's absence from the team's offseason program.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 15
Lions Alex Anzalone Deserves New Contract
Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone is entering the final year of his contract, and is among the team's players eligible for an extension ahead of the start of the 2025 campaign.
Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / May 14
Lions' Alex Anzalone Takes Side of Rival Player in Ongoing Contract Dispute
The Detroit Lions have managed to keep most of their team intact this offseason in a bid to three-peat as NFC North Division Champs. The Lions captured
NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 13
Alex Anzalone Supports Frustrated Star Bengals Defensive Lineman
Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone has shown support for the current plight of star Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson. Hendrickson, who led the league in sacks last season, spoke to Bengals reporters Tuesday, and updated what his stance is regarding the stalled contract negotiations.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / March 28
Alex Anzalone reminds everyone how uniquely important he is to Lions' defense
The Detroit Lions' defense was riddled by injuries last season. Among the most notable absences was linebacker Alex Anzalone, who missed six games due to a broken left arm before returning for the regular season finale.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 27
Alex Anzalone: 'No Other LB Asked to Do What I Do'
The Detroit Lions' defensive scheme is one that relies on its players to play a plethora of man coverage and match up individually. While a lot of eyes are focused on the performance of the cornerbacks in this capacity, the Lions also ask plenty of their linebackers when it comes to playing in coverage.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 18
Six Linebackers Lions Should Watch at NFL Combine
The Detroit Lions' defense appears stable at the linebacker position with one glaring question.' Alex Anzalone and Jack Campbell, both staples in the middle of the defense, are both under contract for 2025.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 14
Lions 2024 Review: Alex Anzalone Leads, Jack Campbell Grows
The Detroit Lions' defense was crushed by injuries throughout the 2024 season, and the linebacker position may have been hit the hardest. Brad Holmes, Dan Campbell and the pro personnel staff were forced to reload the position throughout the year with multiple key players spending significant time sidelined with injuries.
Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / January 22
Lions Captain Reacts to News Aaron Glenn is Leaving
Over the past three days, the Detroit Lions have lost both their offensive coordinator and defensive coordinator to head coaching jobs with other organizations.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 15
Alex Anzalone Will Pay 'Huge Dividends' in Super Bowl Run
Just as they finished the regular season, the Detroit Lions will begin their playoff journey on Saturday against the Washington Commanders with several defensive players sidelined due to injury.
Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / January 3
Lions LB Alex Anzalone (arm) could be activated for Vikings' showdown
Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone was listed as questionable for Sunday's NFC showdown for the Minnesota Vikings and could be activated off injury reserve this week.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / January 2
Numbers show how big of an impact Alex Anzalone's potential return could make for the Lions on Sunday
The Detroit Lions defense has been struggling as of late. There's no way around it. The injuries are causing a problem. Take a look at this graph that FTTN's Aaron Schatz made showing the Lions' defenses decline in recent weeks.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / January 1
Key Lions defender returns to practice before game vs. Vikings
As the Lions head into one of the biggest regular-season games in NFL history, the prospect of seeing key players back at work during the playoffs looms.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 18
Lions Make Three Moves, Place LB Alex Anzalone On IR
The Lions announced Monday that they are placing LB Alex Anzalone on injured reserve due to a broken forearm. The team also activated S Ifeatu Melifonwu from IR and signed LB David Long to their practice squad.
Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / November 17
Lions LB Alex Anzalone (forearm) lost for 6 to 8 weeks
Detroit Lions standout linebacker Alex Anzalone sustained a broken left forearm during the second quarter of Sunday's 52-6 steamrolling of the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / November 18
Key Lions defender out long term with a broken forearm
The Lions enjoyed a blowout victory on Sunday, but the team’s defense did suffer a notable injury along the way. Linebacker Alex Anzalone is dealing with a broken forearm.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 17
Lions LB Alex Anzalone Suffered Broken Forearm, Out 6-8 Weeks
Per Colton Pouncy, Lions HC Dan Campbell revealed that LB Alex Anzalone suffered a broken forearm against the Jaguars and will be out for six to eight weeks.
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