5 things to watch: Lions at Panthers: https://www.detroitlions.com/news/5-things-to-watch-lions-at-panthers-bridgewater-sudfeld-cota
8 bubble players to watch in Lions’ preseason finale: https://www.mlive.com/lions/2023/08/8-bubble-players-to-watch-in-lions-preseason-finale.html
How to watch the Lions wrap up their 2023 preseason against the Panthers: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2023/08/25/detroit-lions-game-score-at-carolina-panthers-time-tv/70675485007/
Lions predicted to win the NFC North division title: https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2023/08/25/lions-predicted-winner-nfc-north-si-orr-season-projection/
5 hardest decisions to project from the Lions 53-man roster cutdown: https://lionswire.usatoday.com/lists/5-hardest-decisions-to-project-from-the-lions-53-man-roster-cutdown/
Predictions: Lions-Panthers: https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/predictions-lions-panthers-preseason
Derrick Barnes: 'All of Us Are Starters': https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/derrick-barnes-says-unit-all-can-start
Lions Could Avoid Chris Jones, Jaxon Smith-Njigba First Two Weeks: https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/lions-could-be-lucky-first-two-weeks
Position Battles to Watch in Lions' Preseason Finale: https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/position-battles-lions-panthers
Adrian Martinez Feels Like 'Best Version' of Himself Right Now: https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/adrian-martinez-feels-like-best-version-of-himself
Detroit Lions offensive line depth among fans’ biggest concerns: https://www.prideofdetroit.com/2023/8/25/23846084/detroit-lions-offensive-line-depth-among-biggest-concerns-for-fans-entering-preseason-finale
Detroit Lions position battles up for grabs in preseason finale: https://www.prideofdetroit.com/2023/8/25/23845471/detroit-lions-position-battles-updates-preseason-finale-carolina-panthers
Lions updated depth chart: Preseason Game 3 at Panthers: https://www.prideofdetroit.com/2023/8/25/23843185/2023-detroit-lions-updated-depth-chart-preseason-game-3-carolina-panthers
2023 NFL season: Best/worst-case projections for notable defensive rookies (Jack Campbell: Best-case scenario: Campbell's constant presence around the ball makes him the missing piece in the middle of Detroit's defensive scheme. His secure tackling and ability to track down ball-carriers allow him to rack up tackles. He stops crucial third-down plays to halt drives. Worst-case scenario: He doesn’t make many game-changing plays, instead providing the solid effort that a Day 2 or Day 3 pick at the position could have contributed. The Lions’ defense doesn’t make the leap some are anticipating. Projected stats: 85 tackles, 2 sacks and 1 INT.): https://www.nfl.com/news/2023-nfl-season-best-worst-case-projections-for-notable-defensive-rookies
2023 NFL preseason Week 3 preview: Schedule, storylines and analysis for Friday's games (DETROIT LIONS AT CAROLINA PANTHERS (8 P.M. ET) - Lions focus: James Houston. Houston has been playing late in games for the Lions so far this preseason, which might indicate that he is not the roster lock many project him to be. After an impressive stretch at the end of his rookie campaign, the sixth-round pick out of Jackson State has looked good again this preseason, earning a 77.5 PFF grade with eight pressures from 29 pass-rushing snaps and four tackles resulting in a defensive stop. Panthers focus: Bryce Young - Frank Reich has said Bryce Young and the team’s offensive starters are going to play, giving us one final look at the No. 1 overall pick before the lights come on for real in the regular season. Young hasn’t looked great this preseason, going 7-of-12 for 56 yards, but the offense hasn’t really pushed the ball downfield, with just one of his pass attempts traveling 10-plus yards. Perhaps the Panthers are saving that for the regular season, but it would be nice to see at least a couple more attempts in this game.): https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-preseason-week-3-preview-schedule-storylines-analysis-friday-games-2023
1 fatal flaw that explains why each NFL team won't win Super Bowl 58 (Detroit Lions: Defense needs to make *the leap* - The Lions added Aiden Hutchinson and Kerby Joseph to a broken defense and rose from 29th in DVOA to 28th. This year they’ve brought in C.J. Gardner-Johnson, Cameron Sutton, Emmanuel Moseley, Jack Campbell and Brian Branch to fix things. There’s no doubt this unit will be better than the one that gave up more yards than anyone in the NFL, but asking this group of newcomers to transform a defense from “awful” to “elite” is a big ask. The Lions gave up at least 24 points in 10 games last season and went 2-8 in those games with the wins coming against the Bears and Commanders. While Ben Johnson’s offense is good, it’s not quite able to outdraw opponents in a shootout yet.): https://ftw.usatoday.com/lists/2023-nfl-season-fatal-flaw-32-teams-chiefs-eagles-cowboys-patriots
The All-Ekeler Team: USA TODAY Sports recognizes unsung NFL stars like Chargers stud RB (PASS RUSHERS (4) - We like guys that can violate the pocket, especially when they come in all shapes, sizes and pedigrees. We also hate the term “EDGE” but wanted to get a nice cross section of quarterback hunters, so here goes. The Detroit Lions will almost surely be forever grateful that DE Aidan Hutchinson “fell” to them with the No. 2 pick of the 2022 draft. He produced 9½ sacks in his first season and finished second in Defensive Rookie of the Year voting. Like Wilson, good bet Hutchinson will be an All-Ekeler one-timer. But, for now, we’re thrilled to have his prodigious talent and non-stop Motor City motor. DEFENSIVE BACKS (5) - CBs Rasul Douglas and Kendall Fuller share a similar background, third-round picks who entered the league as role players, bounced around a bit and earned Super Bowl rings before settling in as quality starters with their current teams, the Green Bay Packers and Commanders, respectively. DB C.J. Gardner-Johnson’s background is just a touch different, given he was a fourth-rounder and has yet to win a championship. However he was a key component of Philly’s NFC champion defense in 2022 while tying for the league lead with six picks. We’ll let Douglas and Fuller – each has a pair of pick-sixes over the past two seasons – line up wide while motormouth Gardner-Johnson, now with Detroit, can plug into the secondary anywhere – though we especially value his ability to man the slot.): https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2023/08/25/austin-ekeler-team-nfl-best-unsung-heroes-players/70670901007/
Every NFL team's most surprising cut candidate (Detroit Lions: DL Levi Onwuzurike - A second-round pick in the 2021 NFL draft, Onwuzurike showed some promise and considerable athletic potential as a rookie. However, he missed the 2022 season after undergoing back surgery. Onwuzurike is healthy again but has been outplayed by lesser-known players like Benito Jones and Christian Covington in training camp. There is still potential with Onwuzurike, but he might have to explore that with another team. – Jeff Risdon, Lions Wire): https://draftwire.usatoday.com/lists/every-nfl-teams-most-surprising-cut-candidate/
Jared Goff Trade Details: Revisiting Winners and Losers From Lions-Rams Trade: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/jared-goff-trade-details-revisiting-winners-losers-from-lions-rams-trade-nfl/
Is Jared Goff Playing Today? Lions QB To Play in Preseason Finale?: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/jared-goff-playing-today-lions-qb-nfl-preseason-finale-2023/
Can Sam LaPorta Be Key Contributor For Lions As A Rookie?: https://thedraftnetwork.com/sam-laporta-lions-rookie-contributor/
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Lions DB Brian Branch on being a 'baby pro' at Alabama: https://www.detroitnews.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2023/08/25/lions-db-brian-branch-being-baby-pro-alabama/8372758001/
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