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NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 18
Two Lions Fined, No Chiefs
Two Detroit Lions received fines in the team's Week 6 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Linebacker Alex Anzalone and defensive tackle Tyler Lacy were both fined for Striking/Kicking/Tripping/Kneeing by the NFL.
The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?
Detroit Lions News / Total Apex Sports / September 8
Detroit Lions Defensive Star Slams Fans Who Question The Talent Of The New Coordinators
The Detroit Lions entered the 2025 season with sky-high expectations, making their disappointing 27-13 Week 1 loss to the Green Bay Packers a particularly tough pill for the fanbase to swallow.
32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season
It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / September 8
Lions' Alex Anzalone states the obvious about ridiculous reactions to Week 1 loss
Alex Anzalone is fresh off a measly contract adjustment this offseason, still looking down the barrel of a highly interesting free agency period in 2026.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 3
Anzalone: 'We've Got to Prove It' Against NFC North Rival
The Detroit Lions have had plenty of recent success against the Green Bay Packers, but that doesn't mean the team will continue to hold serve against their division rival.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / September 2
Lions projected to land the perfect Alex Anzalone replacement in latest mock draft
Alex Anzalone has been mentioned in the media heavily the last couple of days after Lions general manager Brad Holmes didn't commit to the linebacker's future being in Detroit.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / August 29
Brad Holmes' comments leave Alex Anzalone's future with the Lions extremely murky
Expectations are extremely high for the Lions going into the 2025 season, with lofty goals of continuing the recent success of the franchise. Recently, general manager Brad Holmes and assistant general manager Ray Agnew spoke to media outlets about the future of several players, one of which being linebacker Alex Anzalone.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / August 21
Lions land ideal Alex Anzalone replacement in way too early 2026 mock draft
Mock drafts are always fun, especially when they're done before the next regular season has even begun. In ESPN's most recent mock draft by analyst Field Yates, the Lions go back to the Big Ten to add some linebacker depth for the future.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 6
Holmes: Anzalone Contract Dispute Is 'Normal Football Business'
The Detroit Lions and Alex Anzalone have had a bit of a tenuous offseason as the veteran linebacker enters the final year of his contract. Anzalone missed the start of training camp with a hamstring injury, but has returned to practice over the last two weeks.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / August 6
Brad Holmes gives token (and expected) response to Alex Anzalone situation
It's not been a huge distraction, and it probably won't become one, but it's clear Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone is not thrilled with his contract situation entering the final year of his current deal.
Detroit Lions News / Last Word On Sports / August 3
What The Detroit Lions Revealed With Alex Anzalone’s Contract Sweetener
Detroit Lions’ linebacker Alex Anzalone has played a fundamental role in their success. The veteran is currently the league’s sixth-best linebacker according to NFL.com.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31
Lions Added $250k To LB Alex Anzalone’s 2025 Base Salary
ESPN’s Field Yates reports the Lions added $250k to LB Alex Anzalone‘s $6 million base salary for the 2025 season. Yates adds the base salary is also guaranteed now, and Anzalone has added incentives to increase his earnings this year.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / July 29
Lions not expected to extend Alex Anzalone
Veteran linebacker Alex Anzalone has been public about his desire for an extension with the Lions, but contract talks are not trending toward a deal, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 28
Lions LB Alex Anzalone Returns To Practice, No Momentum Towards Extension
NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports Lions LB Alex Anzalone has returned to practice amidst negotiations, but there isn’t any momentum towards an extension as of now. Garafolo thinks this situation is headed towards Anzalone playing out the final year of his deal with the Lions and hitting unrestricted free agency after the season.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 27
Alex Anzalone holdout paves way for Lions veteran to make huge training camp splash
Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone has yet to report for training camp - whether that's because of his contract extension not having been taken care of yet or because of a hamstring issue keeping him off the field is unknown.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 23
Lions LB Alex Anzalone Disappointed With Contract Negotations
Lions LB Alex Anzalone is entering the final year of a three-year contract where he’s set to make a base salary of $6 million in 2025. With training camp just underway, Anzalone expressed his disappointment in how extension talks have unfolded thus far. “I’m disappointed, I’ll just say that.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / July 22
Lions star 'disappointed' by 'weird' contract talks with team
The 30-year-old isn’t practicing with the squad while he nurses a hamstring injury.
Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / July 22
Lions LB Alex Anzalone ‘disappointed’ with contract talks
Detroit Lions linebacker and team captain Alex Anzalone is at training camp this week, but he's frustrated with how his contract negotiations with the front office are going.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 21
What Alex Anzalone should get from a new deal, what he's likely looking for, and why it should be an easy decision for the Lions
The Detroit Lions started training camp on Sunday, and everyone had their eyes on the potential of a holdout from linebacker Alex Anzalone. He did not hold out.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 19
Alex Anzalone stokes contract squabble fire with new social media activity
Detroit Lions rookies reported to training camp earlier this week, with veterans to follow in-full on Saturday. This is also the time across the league when any ongoing contract situations come to a head, since players who are under contract can be fined if they are absent.
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 / 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
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 / 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 / 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.
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