Sunday, May 31, 2026

Lions Links for Sunday 5--31-26

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Burning Question: Are Lions Players Buying Into Strictly Business Approach?:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/are-lions-players-buying-into-strictly-business-approach


Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown Praises One of Top NFL Receiver Rooms:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-amon-ra-st-brown-praises-one-of-top-nfl-receiver-rooms


Lions GM Ray Agnew interviewed for—but didn’t land—Vikings GM position:  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-news/165168/lions-gm-ray-agnew-interviewed-minnesota-vikings-gm-job

Aidan Hutchinson: Lions remain 'in a window' to win Super Bowl despite disappointing 2025:  https://www.nfl.com/news/aidan-hutchinson-lions-remain-in-a-window-to-win-super-bowl-despite-disappointing-2025

Lions star Aidan Hutchinson sets clear personal goal for 2026:  https://www.thebiglead.com/lions-star-aidan-hutchinson-sets-clear-personal-goal-for-2026/

4 NFL post-June 1 trades to watch for (Anthony Richardson - Proposed Suitors: Green Bay Packers, Detroit Lions.  Richardson has handled the situation professionally throughout the offseason. Despite ongoing trade speculation involving the Indianapolis Colts, he has remained engaged and participated in team activities. His character and leadership have consistently earned praise dating back to the 2023 NFL Draft process.  The Packers signed veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor, but head coach Matt LaFleur may still have interest in developing a younger, high-upside project. Richardson remains an incredibly gifted athlete with tremendous physical tools, though he still requires refinement as a passer.  The Detroit Lions could also benefit from upgrading their backup quarterback situation. Dan Campbell and offensive coordinator Drew Petzing could potentially find creative ways to utilize Richardson’s unique skill set while allowing him to develop behind Jared Goff.):   https://www.thebiglead.com/4-nfl-post-june-1-trades-to-watch-for/

Ranking the 3 Most Realistic Chargers Trades That Could Still Happen This Offseason (2. Bud Dupree, edge rusher:  Bud Dupree has been a solid veteran presence in the Chargers edge rusher room over the past two seasons. He still is a reliable run defender and edge setter but may be facing a challenge from young blood entering the room.  The Chargers have a clear pecking order after drafting Miami edge rusher Akheem Mesidor in the first round of the 2026 draft. The top of the room includes Khalil Mack, Tuli Tuipulotu, and Mesidor.  Following the initial three Dupree is set to be the fourth edge rusher but could face a challenge for a spot by second-year edge rusher Kyle Kennard, whom Khalil Mack mentioned looks focused and hungry and undrafted free agent Nadame Tucker who was second in the country in 2025 in sack production under Chris O'Leary at Western Michigan.  The Chargers will have to decide if they are keeping four or five edge rushers and which will be playing special teams. If the young edge rushers can stake a claim on special teams, Dupree could be the odd man out but could still be a valuable veteran addition to another roster.  Potential landing spots for Bud Dupree - Detroit Lions:  The Lions have had a rough time dealing with injuries over the past few seasons in their edge rusher room. This off-season they have star Aidan Hutchinson and some very young players behind him. A veteran who can provide a reliable floor and presence with young players could be a perfect fit for the Lions as they begin their march back to the playoffs.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/chargers/onsi/nfl-realistic-trades-ranking-chargers-junior-colson-kristian-fulton-bud-dupree

Third-Year Second-Round NFL Draft Busts on Extremely Thin Ice (Ennis Rakestraw Jr., CB, Detroit Lions:  Ennis Rakestraw Jr. spent his rookie campaign with the Detroit Lions learning behind the scenes. The lack of a clear-cut role in their secondary, paired with injuries, kept him on the bench. Rakestraw then suffered an offseason shoulder injury that completely wiped out his sophomore year.  Rakestraw will arrive at Lions training camp this summer as a third-year pro who has totaled 46 career defensive snaps. He'll likely compete for a rotational role at boundary cornerback behind starters D.J. Reed and Terrion Arnold, and rookie Keith Abney II is also around. The outlook for Rakestraw in Detroit is pretty grim.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/onsi/news/third-year-second-round-nfl-draft-busts-on-extremely-thin-ice

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