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NFL News / New York Jets on SI / September 25
Mason Taylor Missing Another Jets Practice Helps Set the Stage for a Potential Kenyon Sadiq Breakout
The New York Jets have a lot riding on the line as they prepare to face the Detroit Lions in the Motor City this weekend. Between head coach Aaron Glenn
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 18
Lions’ Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph Could Make Early Returns
The Lions’ secondary has been shorthanded to begin the season, something which was plainly obvious during last night’s blowout loss to the Bills. The unit could receive reinforcements earlier than Detroit hoped, though.
Video Games News / Athlon Sports / September 18
Madden 27 Game Time MUT Program: Players, Rewards, Challenges and End Date
The Madden 27 Ultimate Team Game Time program has received its biggest content update yet. EA Sports says more than 20 additional Player Items are being added across the Sept.
The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz
How many of the active NFL players with at least 400 catches in their career can you name in five minutes?
Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / September 15
Chuck Clark Gives Lions a Reliable Safety Answer Until Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph Return
The Detroit Lions picked up a sloppy overtime win over the New Orleans Saints in Week 1, as head coach Dan Campbell’s squad blew a 21-point lead in the second half but still managed to come away with the victory to kick off the year 1-0.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
NFL News / Viral Sports News / September 15
Detroit Lions Have ‘Checked In’ on Blockbuster Trade
The Detroit Lions have reached out to the Pittsburgh Steelers about a potential trade for cornerback Joey Porter Jr., an NFL insider reported Monday, as Detroit looks to bolster a secondary that showed cracks in its season opener.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 8
Lions Still Aiming For Sam LaPorta, Brian Branch Extensions
The Lions entered the 2026 offseason with four standout extension candidates. Two of them (linebacker Jack Campbell, then running back Jahmyr Gibbs) have managed to finalize lucrative long-term deals so far.
Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / September 6
Sam LaPorta, Brian Branch Contract Years Loom Over Lions 2026 Season
Since Brad Holmes took over as the general manager of the Detroit Lions in 2021, he has placed an emphasis on rewarding his players, mostly homegrown, with long-term contract extensions.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 4
Two Detroit Lions Players Expected to 'Step Up' Amid Injuries
Two key Detroit Lions are expected to step and fill in for injured players this season. With both Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph currently on the Physically Unable to Perform list, veteran Avonte Maddox has the potential to build upon a successful 2025 season in Detroit.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 4
Richard Sherman Shares Major Detroit Lions Concern, Makes Bold Prediction
Prior to the start of the 2026 NFL season, pundits are sharing their opinions regarding who will land atop the division standings after 17 games. Former NFL cornerback Richard Sherman recently shared on the latest edition of his podcast he believes the Detroit Lions defense is the biggest concern Dan Campbell must concern himself with.
Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 2
Kerby Joseph, Brian Branch injury update bring zero clarity to return timeline
The Detroit Lions will start the new season without two key starters, as safeties Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch were placed on the reserve/PUP list on Sunday.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 2
Three dangerous NFL teams were handed easier paths than anyone realizes
An easy schedule alone does not create a contender. Several of the NFL’s weakest teams received favorable draws, but there is little reason to believe they have the talent to take advantage.
Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / September 2
Lions expect Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph back after PUP stints
Lions safeties Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch will both return this season, general manager Brad Holmes said on Wednesday, but when exactly they suit up for a game is uncertain.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / August 31
Lions Place Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph On PUP List; Team Down To 53
The Lions continue to see Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph‘s return timelines stalled. We heard recently both safeties would begin the season on the reserve/PUP list, and Detroit made those moves and more injury-related transactions in moving to 53 today.
Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 30
Lions make unfortunate Brian Branch move before 2026 season
The Detroit Lions have not officially confirmed their 53-man roster for the beginning of the 2026 NFL season. However, there is some information coming out about the moves they are making.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / August 28
Lions Likely To Place C Cade Mays On IR; Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph To Stay On PUP List?
Cade Mays‘ recovery timetable from a wrist fracture will likely lead him off the Lions’ 53-man roster to open the season. The team will be expected to place the free agency addition on IR to open the campaign, ESPN.com’s Eric Woodyard notes.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / August 27
Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph create a very unusual problem for the Lions’ final 53-man roster that they have to solve by Sunday night
Detroit must decide whether to preserve the chance of an early return for Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph or gain two valuable roster spots by carrying them onto Reserve/PUP.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / August 12
Lions Not Close On Extensions With TE Sam LaPorta, S Brian Branch; Latest On Jahmyr Gibbs’ Extension
In extending Jack Campbell and Jahmyr Gibbs, the Lions have checked off two key contract items from their offseason to-do list. While both first-rounders from Detroit’s impact 2023 draft class have been paid, the second-rounders — Sam LaPorta and Brian Branch — are entering contract years.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / July 22
Lions' Dan Campbell gets significant warning before new season
Ahead of the new season, head coach Dan Campbell and company are getting a warning.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / June 26
Dan Campbell, Lions urged to extend two fan favorites before it's too late
The Detroit Lions have quite a few fan favorites on the team's roster.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / June 11
Lions S Brian Branch Could Start Season On PUP
Lions safety Brian Branch‘s 2025 season came to an end when he tore his Achilles in a Week 14 win over the Cowboys. The injury occurred late enough in the year that it may shelve Branch for a portion of the upcoming season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / May 14
Saints to begin 2026 NFL season with major test in Week 1
New Orleans can get an early statement win. Either way, we'll learn something about the Saints, for better or worse.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / December 6
Lions receive devastating news on safety Brian Branch
It's a significant hit to the team's playoff hopes.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 18
Lions' Jack Campbell not bothered by NFL rule crackdown aimed at him
Linebacker Jack Campbell is drawing attention for his bad habit of accidentally punching players during games.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 14
Lions' Brian Branch suspension gives ailing Buccaneers massive Week 7 break
Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch's suspension is the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' gain.
Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / October 13
NFL disciplines Lions’ Brian Branch over dirty move against Chiefs
Detroit Lions defensive back Brian Branch has been disciplined by the NFL over the dirty move he pulled at the end of his team’s Week 6 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday night.
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