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Ben Johnson was not going to leave his post as Detroit Lions' offensive coordinator for just any head coaching job. That said, his departure was always inevitable, even if some fans didn't care to acknowledge it.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 13

Lions Offer Encouraging Assessment of Rookie Defensive End

The Detroit Lions defensive line has been quite the topic of conversation the last several months. With Aidan Hutchinson returning from a severe leg injury, supporters and pundits have focused intently on defensive ends who could play opposite of him in 2025.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 13

Detroit Lions GM Reacts to Retirement of Frank Ragnow

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes did not know exactly when center Frank Ragnow would make the decision to retire, but he had a notion injuries were starting to impact the talented offensive lineman.

Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / June 13

Brad Holmes talks Frank Ragnow’s retirement, qualities in ideal center

Detroit Lions general manager reacted to the retirement of Frank Ragnow and talked about what he’s looking for in an ideal center. We’ve heard from some players and coach Dan Campbell on what the loss of Frank Ragnow could mean for the Detroit Lions going forward.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 12

Brad Holmes Surprised Former Lions OC Left for Bears

The Detroit Lions will face their former offensive coordinator twice a year in the NFC North, as Ben Johnson left Motown to take over as the head coach of the Chicago Bears.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 10

'We both know where I want to be' Za'Darius Smith says he wants to be back with the Lions

Right after the Detroit Lions wrapped up the 2024 season, it became apparent that Za'Darius Smith's contract might be one the Lions wanted to get out of.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / June 3

Lions' biggest 2025 position battle has now moved to being critically important

The Detroit Lions have had one of the NFL's best offenses in recent years, but the investments made and general manager Brad Holmes' words have made it clear how important having and maintaining one of the league's best offensive lines is.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 1

Lions' 2022 Draft Class Re-Graded to A+

In his tenure as Detroit Lions general manager, Brad Holmes has become known as one of the league's very best drafters. The fifth-year GM has immensely upgraded both sides of the ball through the NFL Draft, helping turn the Lions into legitimate Super Bowl contenders.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / May 31

Talking head Detroit fans already hate with a passion has bold take on the Lions

As much as general manager Brad Holmes doesn't care to entertain the idea, the Detroit Lions are in a proverbial "Super Bowl window" with the roster as it is right now.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 29

Jason Cabinda: Holmes, Campbell Won't 'Sacrifice Culture' for Talent

The culture, the culture, the culture. The culture in Detroit has become a popular talking point among Lions fans and pundits alike since the beginning

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 13

Brad Holmes Reads Mean Comments After Major Lions Mistake

The draft is among the most popular events on the National Football League calendar. After the event concludes, teams typically post on their social media channels behind-the-scenes videos of happenings in the war room.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 13

NFC Notes: Brad Holmes, Ben Johnson, Bears, Lions, Packers

Bears HC Ben Johnson made it clear that nobody would be given a job, despite their draft status. “We talked about it the moment the players got back in the building [April 7],” Johnson said, via Bears Wire.

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Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / May 11

Lions GM Brad Holmes delivers powerful speech at his alma mater

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes delivered a powerful speech at his alma mater: North Carolina A&T State. Over the weekend, Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes went back to his roots.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 10

Notes: Lions GM Brad Holmes Speaks at N.C. A&T Commencement

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes took on a new challenge this weekend. On Saturday, Holmes returned to his alma mater, North Carolina A&T and offered a commencement address.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / May 8

Lions' biggest roster hole calls Brad Holmes' NFL Draft strategy into question

Can I interest you in the 280th straight day of hand-wringing about the Lions' draft? After a long offseason capped off by a long draft weekend, the natural inclination would be to, you know, unplug and not worry about a football team for like 12 seconds.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 8

The one Lions rookie who has the best opportunity to win Rookie of the Year

The 2025 NFL Draft is in the books for the Detroit Lions, and we still feel like they had one heck of a draft despite some giving it a failing grade. Keep in mind, draft experts consistently rally against Brad Holmes and the Lions because he consistently picks against what they think the draft should look like.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 7

After Alabama and Georgia, here are 3 colleges Brad Holmes could be looking to build a pipeline to the Lions next

Brad Holmes and the Detroit Lions really seem to love certain schools. For a while there, it seemed like you could almost guarantee that the Lions would draft someone from Alabama.

Detroit Lions News / Gridiron Heroics / May 6

Detroit Lions 'Struggled' Filling One of Biggest Offseason Needs

The Detroit Lions need to give Aidan Hutchinson some help. General Manager Brad Holmes seems to understand the defense needs to upgrade its edge rush presence opposite its wunderkind talent coming off a season-ending leg injury, yet the franchise largely sat out the top of the market at the position this offseason.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 26

Brad Holmes explains thought process behind Lions’ confusing third-round pick

The Detroit Lions are taking their guys during the 2025 NFL Draft. Detroit has yet to draft an edge rusher, though they have addressed some other important needs on the roster.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / April 26

4-round Detroit Lions mock draft, Brad Holmes finally finds the edge and takes a big chance on the future

Here we are, Detroit Lions fans, on the final day of the 2025 NFL Draft. The Lions have walked out with three pretty good players so far: Tyleik Williams, Tate Ratledge, and Isaac TeSlaa.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / April 17

Lions GM Brad Holmes Makes Clear Statement About Team's Draft Strategy

With a week until this year's NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions still haven't solved their need for an edge rusher. That has many expecting them to select one in the first round of the upcoming draft.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / April 8

'It is what it is': Lions GM talks pending Aidan Hutchinson extension

If the Lions are to work out a deal with Aidan Hutchinson, surpassing both Myles Garrett and Ja'Marr Chase may very well be necessary.

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Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 4

Lions Not Ruling Out Re-Signing DE Za’Darius Smith After Cutting Him

Lions GM Brad Holmes said it was unfortunate but necessary to cut veteran DE Za’Darius Smith this year for the cash and cap savings. That said, he didn’t rule out bringing Smith back at a lower rate depending on how things unfold in the coming weeks with the draft and Smith’s market. “We would have loved to been able to keep him.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 2

Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes to serve as commencement speaker at his alma mater

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes will serve as the keynote speaker for the Spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies at his alma mater, North Carolina A&T University.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 26

Lions GM gives Aidan Hutchinson bad news regarding Myles Garrett

Lions GM gives Aidan Hutchinson bad news regarding Browns' Myles Garrett

Pass-rusher Aidan Hutchinson recently campaigned for his Detroit Lions to pair him up with Cleveland Browns wantaway defensive superstar Myles Garrett.

Browns sound ready for lengthy standoff with Myles Garrett

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