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Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 4
Lions Placed TE Anthony Firkser On IR, Signed TE Zach Horton

Lions Placed TE Anthony Firkser On IR, Signed TE Zach Horton

The Detroit Lions announced they have placed TE Anthony Firkser on injured reserve and re-signed TE Zach Horton. The Lions recently waived Horton in order to sign Firkser and are now bringing him back due to Firkser’s injury.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / July 31
Lions Bring Back Popular TE, Cut Zach Horton, Clear OL

Lions Bring Back Popular TE, Cut Zach Horton, Clear OL

The Detroit Lions have made a change at the tight end position prior to the start of their third day of training camp practice. Additionally, they activated an offensive lineman expected to compete for a starting role.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 31
Lions Sign TE Anthony Firkser

Lions Sign TE Anthony Firkser

The Detroit Lions announced they have signed TE Anthony Firkser to a contract. In correspondence, the Lions have waived TE Zach Horton. Firkser, 31, originally signed on with the Jets as an undrafted free agent out of Harvard back in 2017.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL 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?

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 3
Detroit Lions Elevate Two From Practice Squad, Place OL on IR

Detroit Lions Elevate Two From Practice Squad, Place OL on IR

The Detroit Lions have officially elevated two players from the practice squad On Saturday afternoon, the team revealed those elevated include tight end Zach Horton and offensive lineman Chris Hubbard.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

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 / Pro Football Rumors / November 15
Lions offense takes major hit after Sam LaPorta update

Lions offense takes major hit after Sam LaPorta update

The injuries continue to pile up in Detroit.

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Lions' Dan Campbell sends Jared Goff warning to NFL ahead of Eagles game
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