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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 / Athlon Sports / August 24

The Lions Player Who Has Raised Their Stock the Most Through Two Preseason Games

The Detroit Lions picked up their first preseason win on Saturday, defeating the Washington Commanders 17-13 at home. It was a nice bounce-back performance for head coach Dan Campbell’s squad after their opening preseason loss to the Cincinnati Bengals.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 14

Lions could cut ties with offseason signing pick after 'up and down' showing

Detroit signed the player, a former second-round pick by the Tennessee Titans, to a one-year, $1.4 million deal this offseason.

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Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / July 21

The Lions' Secret Weapon Nobody's Talking About Heading Into the 2026 Season

The Detroit Lions didn't make many eye-popping signings in NFL free agency, but one addition that hasn't been talked about nearly as much is cornerback Roger McCreary.

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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.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / June 2

Lions Free Agent Cornerback Could Be Secret Weapon For Defense

The signing of free agent cornerback Roger McCreary has the potential to pay more dividends than many are currently expecting. With the departure of Amik Robertson to the Washington Commanders, a void was left in the slot cornerback position.

NFL News / Auburn Tigers on SI / March 17

Former Auburn DB Roger McCreary Finds New Home in NFL

Former Auburn Tigers cornerback Roger McCreary signed with the Detroit Lions yesterday, joining his third NFL team before his fifth season. McCreary started

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 16

What Detroit Lions Are Getting in CB Roger McCreary

New Detroit Lions cornerback Roger McCreary is looking forward to the opportunity to be coached by head man Dan Campbell. The sixth-year head coach is a former player who has garnered the respect of many players across the National Football League.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 13

Grading Lions' Signing of Roger McCreary

As the free agency period has kicked off for the Detroit Lions, there has been a recurring theme of Detroit signing offensive firepower as opposed to defensive help. On Friday, Brad Holmes signed his second defensive player in as many days to aid Kelvin Sheppard’s group for 2026.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / March 13

The Lions have signed a likely starting cornerback and gave us a possible answer about another recent signing

I know Detroit Lions fans have been wondering when their team would start making more defensive moves in free agency. That time is Friday, apparently. In a world where a lot of attention is paid to the moves the Lions aren't making, they're making these cheap key moves that are really solid.

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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.

Los Angeles Rams News / Pro Football Rumors / March 13

Lions To Sign CB Roger McCreary

The Lions have an agreement with veteran cornerback Roger McCreary, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports. The former Titan and Ram will sign a one-year deal with his new team.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / February 23

Rams At Risk Of Losing Top Free Agent Gem

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams have several tough decisions to make as the franchise risks losing an underrated piece of their defense. Following

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NFL News / Inside The Star / January 22

Is the Cowboys secondary even fixable in 2026?

I am sure we all sound like a broken record lately, but this is one of the biggest issues for this Dallas Cowboys team heading into the 2026 season. The defense was the worst in football, and the secondary was a huge reason why they were so bad.

Los Angeles Rams News / Field Level Media / December 29

Rams activate CB Roger McCreary (hip) from IR

The Los Angeles Rams activated cornerback Roger McCreary from injured reserve in advance of Monday night's road game against the Atlanta Falcons. McCreary, 25, was acquired in a trade with the Tennessee Titans on Oct.

Los Angeles Rams News / LAFB Network / December 27

Rams Catch a Big Break in the Secondary Ahead of Falcons Clash

Sometimes late-season fortune shows up quietly, disguised as damage control. For the Los Angeles Rams, that fortune arrived in the form of Roger McCreary’s return just as another cornerback was forced to the sidelines.

Los Angeles Rams News / A to Z Sports / December 27

Los Angeles Rams finally have chance to see what trade deadline acquisition can do ahead of NFC West title push

Last month ahead of the NFL's trade deadline, the Los Angeles Rams made a surprising move to add cornerback Roger McCreary from the Tennessee Titans, swapping Day 3 picks to bring the former second-rounder to Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Rams News / Rams Newswire / December 26

Rams Injury News: Roger McCreary Returns To Practice, Quentin Lake To Be Available For Playoffs

The Los Angeles Rams still have a shot at the No. 1 seed in the NFC despite their heartbreaking loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 16. The Rams have shown they can beat any team in the NFL, though they’ve had several instances of failing to close out games due to their own mistakes.

Los Angeles Rams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 24

Rams Designated CB Roger McCreary To Return From IR

The Rams announced that they have designated CB Roger McCreary to return from injured reserve by opening his 21-day practice window. McCreary, 25, was a two-year starter at Auburn and earned first-team All-American and first-team All-SEC honors in 2021.

Los Angeles Rams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 26

Rams Announce Five Moves, Including CB Roger McCreary To Injured Reserve

The Los Angeles Rams announced five transactions on Wednesday, including placing CB Roger McCreary on injured reserve. Los Angeles also claimed CB Derion

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / November 1

Exclusive Look Inside Roger McCreary's Past With Rams' Aubrey Pleasant

When the Los Angeles Rams made the trade for Roger McCreary , head coach Sean McVay mentioned that assistant head coach Aubrey Pleasant was McCreary's coach during the Senior Bowl.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / October 30

Rams Roger McCreary Speaks For the First Time Since Trade

The Los Angeles Rams returned to their regular work schedule this week after enjoying a needed BYE. After taking four trips out East, including a game in London, the Rams are set to play their next four games in California, with three at SoFi Stadium.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / October 29

Rams Practice Report: First Look at Roger McCreary

The Los Angeles Rams got back to work on Wednesday as they prepare to play the New Orleans Saints in week nine action. McCreary, the Rams' new cornerback , held his first practice in front of the media.

NFL News / Tennessee Titans on SI / October 29

Titans' Disappointing Roger McCreary Trade Makes Sense

In eight games with the Tennessee Titans this season, cornerback Roger McCreary had 33 total tackles and an interception. He may not have been the best cornerback on the team, but he provided depth to a premium position.

NFL News / Field Level Media / October 27

Reports: Rams acquire CB Roger McCreary from Titans

The Los Angeles Rams acquired cornerback Roger McCreary and a sixth-round draft pick from the Tennessee Titans on Monday in exchange for a fifth-round draft pick, according to multiple reports Monday.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 27

Rams acquire CB Roger McCreary from Titans

Roger McCreary was known to be one of the Tennessee Titans players on the trading block and he has now been dealt. The fourth-year cornerback is headed to the Los Angeles Rams.

Tennessee Titans News / A to Z Sports / October 26

Roger McCreary's trade deadline buzz is deafening, but here's why the Titans front office would want to trade him at all

The Tennessee Titans are sellers at the NFL trade deadline. At least, that’s what all the national messaging would indicate. Whether they’ll actually be moving more than a player or two before Nov.

Tennessee Titans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 25

Multiple Teams Interested In Titans CB Roger McCreary

Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports that multiple teams are interested in Titans CB Roger McCreary, who is in the final year of his contract. McCreary, 25, was a two-year starter at Auburn and earned first-team All-American and first-team All-SEC honors in 2021.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 24

Three trade-deadline targets for Patriots to make AFC East push

The Patriots (5-2) are in a tight battle with the Bills (4-2) for the AFC East title. To give themselves an edge, the Patriots must be buyers ahead of the NFL trade deadline.

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Tennessee Titans News / Pro Football Rumors / August 4, 2025

Roger McCreary aims to remain with Titans

Roger McCreary has served as a mainstay in the Titans’ secondary during his three years in the league. The team’s slot corner is eligible for a new deal, and an extended stay in Tennessee would be welcomed in this case.