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On YouTubeDetroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 28
Derrick Barnes makes a compelling case for Jared Goff as NFL MVP this season
Since 2021, the Detroit Lions have been led by Jared Goff, and given the importance of quarterback play around the NFL, that's a fact that has worked to their advantage in a big way.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 6
Hometown Heroes Helping Lions Stay Dominant
The Detroit Lions’ Week 5 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals had all the makings of a trap game – a road contest against a desperate, reeling opponent.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / September 28
Derrick Barnes has one person to thank the most for contract Lions gave him
Technically, before free agency started in March, the Detroit Lions re-signed linebacker Derrick Barnes to a three-year, $24 million contract with $16 million guaranteed.
The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz
How many of the NFL's yearly leaders in passer rating in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in seven minutes?
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / September 4
The Lions' biggest return from injury that no one is talking about
Aidan Hutchinson’s return from a gruesome leg injury that stopped a Defensive Player of the Year-caliber campaign in its tracks last year has no doubt been the most anticipated re-addition to the Detroit Lions’ defense ahead of 2025, and for good reason.
Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?
The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 15
Derrick Barnes Calls New DC More Aggressive Than Aaron Glenn
As the NFL preseason continues, the practices pick up in intensity. Wednesday was no different, as the Detroit Lions hosted the Miami Dolphins for their first joint practice of the season.
Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / July 25
Lions injury update: Terrion Arnold, Derrick Barnes won’t miss practice 
Two Lions starters avoid serious injury and will return to practice on Friday. How about some good Detroit Lions injury news? After both Terrion Arnold
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 24
Derrick Barnes looking forward to proving himself again after unfortunate injury
The Detroit Lions had so many injuries play out in 2024 that it's easy to see how fans lost track of who was in and out. One of the top names that didn't see much of the field was Derrick Barnes.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / July 24
Lions defense cannot shake injury bug as it bites two more players
As the Detroit Lions ramp back up to using pads during practice, it appears that they might need to consider trading those in for some bubble wrap and Advil as another day of training camp has led to two injuries to two key defenders for the Lions.
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 / Athlon Sports / July 23
Projected Detroit Lions Starter Emotional in Return to Practice Field After Injury
The Detroit Lions have plenty of talent to work with on defense in Kelvin Sheppard's first season as coordinator, including familiar faces Aidan Hutchinson, Derrick Barnes and others on the verge of returning to regular season action from injury.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 20
NFC Notes: Derrick Barnes, Carrington Valentine, Lions, Packers, Vikings
Derrick Barnes plays the SAM linebacker role in the Lions’ defense. Detroit OLB coach David Carrao explained that the position requires Barnes to have a lot of different responsibilities.
Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / March 24
Why Derrick Barnes’, D.J. Reed’s contracts are identically structured
Derrick Barnes’ and D.J. Reed’s new contracts with the Detroit Lions share something in common. Here’s what... and why. Last week, we broke down the contract of Detroit Lions free agent addition D.J.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / March 19
Derrick Barnes contract cited as a wicked overpay by the Lions in free agency
Now into the second week of 2025 free agency, it's easy to notice and somewhat lament the Detroit Lions' lack of activity. Cornerback DJ Reed was a nice
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / March 11
Derrick Barnes makes confident prediction after re-signing with Lions
The Detroit Lions weren't able to go all the way in 2024, but the hope is that the franchise can stay on the right track and achieve a level of consistency when it comes to winning.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / March 10
Derrick Barnes says he'll be ready for Lions' offseason program
A major injury in a contract year is never ideal, but that's what happened to Detroit Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes when he suffered a torn MCL and PCL in his right knee after being cut blocked in Week 3 last season against the Arizona Cardinals.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 8
Lions Derrick Barnes Defends Himself: 'Don't Ruin Big Moments'
Detroit Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes has worked diligently to earn his NFL contract extension. Since being drafted by general manager Brad Holmes in 2021, the former Purdue Boilermakers standout has improved as a player and is a part of the defensive core, along with veteran Alex Anzalone and Jack Campbell.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / March 7
Lions LB to avoid free agency after striking new three-year deal
Derrick Barnes was on track for free agency, but that will no longer be the case. The fourth-year linebacker has agreed to remain in Detroit for the foreseeable future.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / January 7
Lions HC Dan Campbell shares good and bad injury news
The Lions’ injury activation puzzle continues to come into focus.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / October 9, 2024
Lions could be without fourth-year linebacker for remainder of season
The Detroit Lions aren't holding their breath for the return of injured linebacker Derrick Barnes this season.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 24, 2024
Lions likely to place LB Derrick Barnes on injured reserve
Barnes was a fourth-round pick by the Lions in 2021 who appeared in 32 games with 10 starts across his first two NFL seasons before earning a starting role in 2023.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / January 22, 2024
Lions' Derrick Barnes says Baker Mayfield tipped him off about interception
All the time Derrick Barnes put into preparing for his Lions’ divisional round playoff game against the Buccaneers on Sunday paid off in a big way.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 5, 2024
Detroit Lions Derrick Barnes Says Fines Play a Part in Delivering Hits
This week, linebacker Derrick Barnes is balancing moving forward after being a part of a key play that didn't go his way against the Dallas Cowboys and having to discuss why he did not deliver what could have been the hit of the season on quarterback Dak Prescott. “It’s the NFL.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / June 23, 2023
Training-camp battles to watch on Lions defense
The Detroit Lions defense was awful in 2022, ranking last in the league in yards allowed. During the offseason, general manager Brad Holmes worked on improving and rebuilding the unit.
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