Friday, July 31, 2026

Lions Links for Friday 7-31-26

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St. Brown embracing leadership role: 'It starts with what you do on the field':  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/st-brown-embracing-leadership-role-it-starts-with-what-you-do-on-the-field

Lions defensive tackle Alim McNeill and linebacker Jimmy Rolder both left practice early on Friday to be evaluated for potential injuries:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2026/07/31/detroit-lions-jimmy-rolder-alim-mcneill-training-camp-injuries/91121646007/


Burning Question: Should Detroit Lions Safety Kerby Joseph Retire?:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/burning-question-should-detroit-lions-safety-kerby-joseph-retire

Surprise Players Turning Heads at 2026 Detroit Lions Training Camp:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/surprise-players-turning-heads-2026-detroit-lions-training-camp

If Jameson Williams Adds This, Detroit Lions Offense Will Dominate:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/if-jameson-williams-adds-this-detroit-lions-offense-will-dominate

Two Key Detroit Lions Leave Friday Training Camp Practice With Injuries:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/two-key-detroit-lions-leave-friday-training-camp-practice-with-injuries



Dan Campbell: I Don't Care About Job Security:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/dan-campbell-does-not-care-job-security

4 takeaways from Detroit Lions’ ‘Inside the Den’ for 2026 NFL Draft:  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-draft/168069/4-takeaways-detroit-lions-inside-the-den-2026-nfl-draft





The Detroit Lions’ biggest risers and fallers after Week 1 on our bubble pressure meter, one seat just got real hot:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-detroit-lions-biggest-risers-and-fallers-after-week-1-on-our-bubble-pressure-meter-one-seat-just-got-real-hot/

On the bubble Detroit Lions player seems safer than ever right now, and maybe he should just not be on the bubble at all:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/on-the-bubble-detroit-lions-player-seems-safer-than-ever-right-now-and-maybe-he-should-just-not-be-on-the-bubble-at-all/

Detroit Lions’ Inside the Den revealed what really happened during the 2026 NFL Draft:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/detroit-lions-inside-the-den-revealed-what-really-happened-during-the-2026-nfl-draft/

Slimmed-down Tyleik Williams makes good on word to Campbell, Holmes: "I'm moving way faster":  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/tyleik-williams-weight-loss

Detroit Lions training camp day 3: Gibbs sits out again, 2 others leave with injuries:  https://www.wxyz.com/news/detroit-lions-training-camp-day-3-gibbs-sits-out-again-2-others-leave-with-injuries

Tracking 2026 NFL hold-ins: Robinson, Gibbs, Vea and Tuipulotu (Jahmyr Gibbs, RB, Detroit Lions - Status: Holding in, seeking a new contract.  July 31 update: The Lions star missed his third day of practice as the hold-in continues. Coach Dan Campbell mentioned earlier this week that Gibbs was dealing with a "little bit of a back" issue during conditioning tests but clarified that it's nothing to worry about ahead of Friday's session. "No, I don't think it's severe," Campbell said. Gibbs, who is showing up at the team facility, has continued to communicate with teammates, such as wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown. "Obviously, we're missing one of our best players on offense, which sucks, but he's still in the building," St. Brown said. "He's still at all the meetings and everything. So, I think that the players understand what's going on. Everyone kind of gets it. It's part of this business, but we're still out there practicing, doing our thing."):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49490010/2026-training-camp-holdin-tracking-updates-bijan-robinson-jahmyr-gibbs-vita-vea-tuli-tuipulotu

What we're hearing and seeing at Lions training camp: Joseph 'super optimistic':  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49419620/detroit-lions-training-camp-2026-intel-updates

Every NFL team's best training camp, preseason riser ever (Detroit Lions - WR Amon-Ra St. Brown:  Despite being a fourth-round selection in 2021, St. Brown went on to break franchise records for the most receiving yards (912) and most receptions (90) in a season by a Lions rookie. He used his fall in the draft as motivation during his first NFL training camp, setting the tone through an early scuffle with rookie cornerback Ifeatu Melifonwu in the team's first padded practice. His emergence was a bright spot for the organization, as he owns the most receptions (547) through a player's first five seasons in NFL history. -- Eric Woodyard):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49464348/nfl-training-camps-preseason-risers-history-davis-cruz-crosby

Pacheco provides 'Pop' in Detroit Lions' backfield while awaiting Gibbs' return:  https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/pacheco-provides-pop-in-the-lions-backfield/

Bijan Robinson vs. Jahmyr Gibbs contract projections: Which 2023 first-round RB should get more in new deal?:  https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/bijan-robinson-jahmyr-gibbs-contract-projections/17ef97e15328ef749b0839ef

Jameson Williams Delivers the Best Quote of Detroit Lions Training Camp So Far:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/jameson-williams-delivers-the-best-quote-of-detroit-lions-training-camp-so-far

Good NFL rookies have more college experience: PFF data explains the trend:  https://www.pff.com/news/good-nfl-rookies-have-more-college-experience-pff-data-explains-the-trend

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Inside the Den 2026 Episode 2: Behind the Scenes of the Lions' 2026 NFL Draft:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/inside-the-den-2026-episode-2-behind-the-scenes-of-the-lions-2026-nfl-draft
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Thursday, July 30, 2026

Lions Links for Thursday 7-30-26

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Camp Notes: Barnes excited to expand his role in Lions' defense:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-notes-barnes-excited-for-bigger-role-pacheco-vaki-manu






What We Are Learning From Day 2 of 2026 Detroit Lions Training Camp:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/what-we-are-learning-from-day-2-2026-detroit-lions-training-camp

How Tyleik Williams Put 'Money In The Bank of Trust':  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/how-tyleik-williams-put-money-in-bank-of-trust

Kerby Joseph Addresses if He Will Contribute for Lions in 2026:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/kerby-joseph-addresses-if-he-will-contribute-lions-2026

Giovanni Manu Will End Up As Another Brad Holmes Draft Bust:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/giovanni-manu-will-end-up-as-another-brad-holmes-draft-bust

Dan Campbell Is 'Not Sweating' Jahmyr Gibbs Hold In:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/dan-campbell-not-sweating-jahmyr-gibbs-hold-in

How Luke Altmyer's Habits Could Lead to Success With Lions, Long Career:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/luke-altmyer-impressed-college-coach-could-have-long-nfl-career

Every Starting Job Opening at 2026 Lions Training Camp:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/every-starting-job-opening-2026-lions-training-camp

What We Are Learning From Day 2 of 2026 Detroit Lions Training Camp:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/what-we-are-learning-from-day-2-2026-detroit-lions-training-camp







Lions safety Kerby Joseph optimistic about injury with help from his faith:  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-news/168016/detroit-lions-safety-kerby-joseph-optimistic-injury-faith-god



Kerby Joseph "super optimistic" about his chances to play, but vague on details:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/kerby-joseph-knee-2677292945



Lions Jahmyr Gibbs and Falcons Bijan Robinson could pull off something the NFL has never seen by using this rarely used structure:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/lions-jahmyr-gibbs-and-falcons-bijan-robinson-could-pull-off-something-the-nfl-has-never-seen-by-using-this-rarely-used-structure/

Lions’ DT Tyleik Williams just earned something Dan Campbell values more than almost anything:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/lions-dt-tyleik-williams-just-earned-something-dan-campbell-values-more-than-almost-anything/

The role everyone expects Greg Dortch to play for the Lions isn’t how he sees himself, and we shouldn’t see it either:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-role-everyone-expects-greg-dortch-to-play-for-the-lions-isnt-how-he-sees-himself-and-we-shouldnt-see-it-either/

Dan Campbell had an interesting response when asked about Jahmyr Gibbs’ contract situation:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/dan-campbell-had-an-interesting-response-when-asked-about-jahmyr-gibbs-contract-situation/

Dan Campbell, Lions crave a different kind of "R&R" this year:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/dan-campbell-lions

What we're hearing and seeing at Lions training camp: Gibbs out again amid extension talks:  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49419620/detroit-lions-training-camp-2026-intel-updates

Ennis Rakestraw Jr. Can’t be Counted Out in Lions’ Training Camp Cornerback Battle:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/ennis-rakestraw-jr-cant-be-counted-out-in-lions-training-camp-cornerback-battle

2026 NFL All-Rookie Team projections: 25 impact newcomers on offense, defense and special teams (OT B. Miller - DRAFTED: Round 1, No. 17 overall.  With Penei Sewell moving back to his college position on the blind side after Detroit’s release of Taylor Decker, Miller is in a camp battle with veteran signee Larry Borom for the starting job at right tackle. I share the common sentiment that the rookie will ultimately win out because he was drafted for his NFL readiness. Having started all 54 games in the past four seasons of Clemson football, Miller broke the program record for career snaps from scrimmage (3,778). One thing that could really help the 22-year-old’s transition to the pros: The Lions’ last-place schedule isn’t exactly littered with edge monsters, especially if Micah Parsons takes time to return to form following his December ACL tear.):  https://www.nfl.com/news/2026-nfl-all-rookie-team-projections-25-impact-newcomers-on-offense-defense-and-special-teams

CBS Sports' top 10 players at every defensive position: Four unanimous top picks, including Myles Garrett  (Edge defenders - 4. Aidan Hutchinson
Detroit Lions DE - Points: 69 | Highest rank: 3 | Lowest rank: 8 | Hutchinson's 2025 included 14.5 sacks, 64 pressures and a 17.5% pressure rate.  Not bad for a guy coming off a gruesome broken leg. His 100 pressures were the most in the NFL.  Off-ball linebackers - 2.  Jack Campbell Detroit Lions LB - Points: 82 | Highest rank: 2 | Lowest rank: 8.  Campbell earned first-team All-Pro honors last year. He's been a constant in the middle of a Detroit defense that seems to be dealing with injuries every week, and he had a career-high five sacks last year.  Safeties - 6. Brian Branch Detroit Lions CB - Points: 51 | Highest rank: 2 | Lowest rank: Unranked | Branch can play everywhere and brings major attitude to the Detroit defense, which Dan Campbell must love. He's coming off a torn Achilles, though, and could miss several months, which likely weighed heavily on the minds of voters who didn't put him in their top 10.
10.  Kerby Joseph Detroit Lions SAF - Points: 19 | Highest rank: 4 | Lowest rank: Unranked |. Joseph picked off an NFL-best nine passes in 2024 and had three more in six games in 2025 before a knee injury ended his season. It's a chronic issue for Joseph, which in part explains the wide range of votes received (or not).):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/cbs-sports-top-10-players-at-every-defensive-position/

NFL Star Rookies? The Best Schematic Fit From Each NFC Draft Class (Detroit Lions: Keith Abney II, CB, Arizona State (No. 157 pick):  If there was a cornerback in this class perfectly suited to play for Dan Campbell, it was Abney — a scrappy defender who plays much bigger than his size. The Lions currently list free-agent addition Roger McCreary as their starting nickel. Don’t be surprised when Abney wrestles that role away as a rookie):  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/nfl-star-rookies-best-schematic-fit-from-each-nfc-draft-class

Bijan Robinson vs. Jahmyr Gibbs contract projections: Which 2023 first-round RB should get more in new deal?:  https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/bijan-robinson-jahmyr-gibbs-contract-projections/17ef97e15328ef749b0839ef

Aidan Hutchinson: It’s “extremely liberating” to focus on football with injury behind me:  https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/aidan-hutchinson-its-extremely-liberating-to-focus-on-football-with-injury-behind-me

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FOX 2 Sports Wrap: Lions training camp & talkin' Tarik Skubal:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-cud3vqdtsklshm4f

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Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Lions Links for Wednesday 7-29-26

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Detroit Lions OL Giovanni Manu has already landed on an injury list:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/giovanni-manu-placed-nfi-list-2026-training-camp

What We Are Learning From Day 1 of 2026 Detroit Lions Training Camp:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/what-we-are-learning-from-day-one-2026-detroit-lions-training-camp

'It Stinks': Dan Campbell Addresses Decision to Release Terrion Arnold:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/dan-campbell-addresses-decision-to-release-terrion-arnold

Jahmyr Gibbs Did Not Participate at First Training Camp Practice:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/jahmyr-gibbs-did-not-participate-2026-first-training-camp-practice





Dan Campbell details the Detroit Lions' vision for Jackson Meeks, and Meeks talks about what he needs to nail down to make it happen:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/dan-campbell-details-the-detroit-lions-vision-for-jackson-meeks-and-meeks-talks-about-what-he-needs-to-nail-down-to-make-it-happen/

Jahmyr Gibbs and Bijan Robinson have put the Detroit Lions and Falcons in the same near-impossible spot, and it might take some time to get things figured out:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/jahmyr-gibbs-and-bijan-robinson-have-put-the-detroit-lions-and-falcons-in-the-same-near-impossible-spot-and-it-might-take-some-time-to-get-things-figured-out/

The 4 biggest standouts for the Lions on day one of training camp: One CB had a day that’ll make you think about the possibilities:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-4-biggest-standouts-for-the-lions-on-day-one-of-training-camp-one-cb-had-a-day-thatll-make-you-think-about-the-possibilities/


Detroit Lions Training camp observations Day 1: A surprise lineup, a jaw-dropping catch, a missing superstar, and more:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/detroit-lions-training-camp-observations-day-1-a-surprise-lineup-a-jaw-dropping-catch-a-missing-superstar-and-more/

After wondering if he'd "get to play football again," Sam LaPorta raring to go:  https://www.audacy.com/971theticket/sports/detroit-lions/sam-laporta-back-injury

What we're hearing and seeing at Lions training camp: All-Pro Joseph likely out Week 1:  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49419620/detroit-lions-training-camp-2026-intel-updates



Kerby Joseph Injury Update Should Push Lions Towards Ifeatu Melifonwu Reunion:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/kerby-joseph-injury-update-should-push-lions-towards-ifeatu-melifonwu-reunion

How Will Jahmyr Gibbs’ Absence from Training Camp Impact the Lions?:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/how-will-jahmyr-gibbs-absence-from-training-camp-impact-the-lions

Detroit Lions 2026 preview: Biggest strengths, concerns and breakout candidates:  https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-detroit-lions-2026-preview

NFL offseason power rankings: No. 6 Detroit Lions need to prove that the Super Bowl window remains open:  https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/article/nfl-offseason-power-rankings-no-6-detroit-lions-need-to-prove-that-the-super-bowl-window-remains-open-125614483.html

Detroit Lions Week 1 Opponent Has DT Who Is Feared To Have Torn ACL:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-week-one-opponent-has-dt-feared-to-have-torn-acl

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Campbell on start of Training Camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/campbell-on-start-of-training-camp

Detroit Lions Need New Center Cade Mays to Lead Offensive Line:  https://ca.sports.yahoo.com/video/detroit-lions-center-cade-mays-034510014.html

WOOD TV8 Lions old and new open training camp:  https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=5rcKTMIDA2w
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026

Lions Links for Tuesday 7-28-26

Articles:

TWENTYMAN: 5 players to keep an eye on in training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/5-players-detroit-lions-training-camp-wonnum-rakestraw-mahogany


College Coach Admits Mistake With Usage of Lions UDFA Eric O'Neill:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/college-coach-admits-mistake-usage-lions-eric-o-neill

The Lions released defensive tackle Jay Tufele and moved Christian Mahogany and Christian Izien to the Non-Football Injury and Non-Football Ilness lists ahead of the start of training camp practices:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-release-dl-two-placed-on-nfi-2026-training-camp

Matt Campbell Reveals Reason for Turning Down Detroit Lions:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/matt-campbell-reveals-reason-turning-down-detroit-lions

Lions ‘Pitbull’ WR Is Trustworthy, Longest Tenured Player:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-pitbull-wr-is-trustworthy-longest-tenured-player

3 Lions Veterans Who Could Lose Their Roles This Summer:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/3-lions-veterans-who-could-lose-their-roles-this-summer

Ranking Lions Position Groups Entering Training Camp: Will CB's Step Up?:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/ranking-lions-position-groups-2026-training-camp-will-cb-step-up

Do Detroit Lions Have Realistic Path To Trade For Vita Vea?:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/do-detroit-lions-have-realistic-path-trade-for-vita-vea




The Lions’ biggest training camp battle just got more interesting after latest Lions’ announcement:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-lions-biggest-training-camp-battle-just-got-more-interesting-after-latest-lions-announcement/

NFC North is loaded and underrated themes to keep an eye on with rookies playing a major role: https://atozsports.com/nfl/chicago-bears-news/nfc-north-loaded-underrated-themes-jaylon-johnson-vikings-bears-packers-lions/

What a Detroit Lions trade for Buccaneers All-Pro Vita Vea would really look like, and is it possible?:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/what-a-detroit-lions-trade-for-buccaneers-all-pro-vita-vea-would-really-look-like-and-is-it-possible/

Detroit Lions 2026 betting preview: Lions favored to win NFC North:  https://www.espn.com/espn/betting/story/_/id/49355414/detroit-lions-betting-outlook-2026

New faces in new places: The NFL's top 50 most impactful offseason acquisitions -- including rookies (42. Blake Miller, OT (drafted by Detroit Lions):  With Penei Sewell moving over to left tackle, Miller is slated to start on the right side as a rookie. A 54-game starter at Clemson, Miller can use his length at 6-foot-6, 317 pounds to build a wall on the edge in pass protection. And he fits Detroit's zone run game as a play-side blocker.):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49425098/2026-nfl-offseason-newcomers-impact-ranking-draft-trades-signings

Ranking the NFL’s highest-graded players in primetime (2. T Penei Sewell, Detroit Lions – 93.9.  Recently ranked as the NFL’s best tackle, Sewell has maintained that dominance into matchups on the biggest stage. His 93.9 overall PFF grade is culminated while playing a steep 1,232 primetime snaps over the last three seasons, the eighth-most among any player. Those have come over 19 night games for Detroit, a number that trails only the Chiefs, Bills and 49ers.  Sewell’s run-blocking has paved the way for his success in later windows, with his 95.7 grade ranking first among qualified offensive linemen. Likewise, he’s posted a solid 75.2 PFF pass-blocking mark, allowing only one sack on 665 such opportunities. 8. EDGE Aidan Hutchinson, Detroit Lions – 92.4.  Since being selected second overall in 2022, all Hutchinson has done is wreck games. That sentiment has applied to matchups with the best and brightest, where the Pro Bowler has feasted.  Over the last three seasons, Hutchinson’s 93.0 primetime PFF pass-rush grade is the top mark among any defensive player with 100 pass-rushing snaps. His 108 total pressures also lead the way, while his 25.6% pass-rush win rate is behind just Donald — underscoring Hutchinson’s ability to remain efficient and rack up strong impact stats.):  https://www.pff.com/news/ranking-the-nfls-highest-graded-players-in-primetime

NFL position battles in 2026: Picks to win 12 notable training camp competitions (Detroit Lions
OFFENSIVE LINE - Right tackle: Blake Miller vs. Larry Borom.  Left guard: Christian Mahogany vs. Ben Bartch vs. Juice Scruggs vs. Miles Frazier.  It’s been assumed since the draft that Miller would walk into the starting spot, but don’t count out Borom, particularly if the rookie has a few rough outings in camp. General manager Brad Holmes glowed about Borom’s right tackle ability before the draft. Needing a hot start, Detroit could choose the veteran over the rookie early in the season. On the interior, Mahogany has the inside track, but given his struggles last year, it’s not a given he’s the Week 1 starter. If Mahogany doesn’t improve significantly, Bartch or Scruggs could swoop in and steal the gig. Given the important role the Lions’ offensive line will play in determining whether the team can turn things around following last year’s disappointment, these are key battles to track.  THE PICK: Miller/Bartch. The Lions drafted Miller to start and will give him some runway. The hope is Mahogany can win the gig, but last year’s issues are a legit concern. I’m going to go with the upset.):  https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-position-battles-in-2026-picks-to-win-12-notable-training-camp-competitions

CBS Sports' top 10 players at every offensive position (Quarterbacks - T10.  Jared Goff Detroit Lions QB.  Points: 5 | Highest rank: 9 | Lowest rank: Unranked | Goff has been nothing but consistent during his time in the Motor City, with 4,400+ passing yards and at least 29 touchdown passes each of the past four seasons. He is excellent when the pocket is clean but can have major issues when it isn't. He was second in touchdown to interception ratio (34 to 8) last year.  Running backs - 2. Jahmyr Gibbs Detroit Lions RB.  Points: 112 | Highest rank: 1 | Lowest rank: 2 | Gibbs' leap to season includes 3,768 yards from scrimmage and 38 touchdowns scored over the past two seasons ... and that's with sharing time with David Montgomery. With Montgomery gone, Gibbs is in line for the biggest workload of his career. His game-breaking abilities are second to none.  Wide receivers - 5.  Amon-Ra St. Brown Detroit Lions WR.  Points: 68 | Highest rank: 5 | Lowest rank: 6 | St. Brown is as consistent as they come, and the expansion of his game has been impressive. Billed as a slot-only guy early in his career, Brown has 176 catches from the slot and 175 catches not from the slot over the past three years. He's extremely tough, willing to go over the middle and absorb a big hit, and he blocks, too.  Tight ends - 6.  Sam LaPorta Detroit Lions TE.  Points: 59 | Highest rank: 5 | Lowest rank: 7 | LaPorta's impact isn't in just his own numbers, which are considerable, but in his team's numbers. The Lions' offense declined last year with LaPorta injured (herniated disc). He's a strong blocker and a good receiver who can win downfield.  Offensive tackles - 1. Penei Sewell Detroit Lions OT.  Points: 116 | Highest rank: 1 | Lowest rank: 3 | Sewell is one of the standard bearers at the position, if not the standard bearer. The Lions are so confident in his abilities that they're switching him from right tackle to left tackle after splitting with Taylor Decker.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/cbs-sports-top-10-players-at-every-offensive-position/

The NFL's most dangerous pass rushes, ranked (8. Detroit Lions - Key contributors: Aidan Hutchinson, DJ Wonnum.  The defense has to be better in order for the Lions to get back into the playoffs. The onus falls on the rest of the unit rather than the edge rushers, though. Detroit should have full confidence that Hutchinson and Wonnum will do their part. That is all Hutchinson has ever done when healthy, and last year was his best. The hometown kid is rounding into a superstar. It would have been a welcome sight to see the Lions give him a slightly more imposing running mate, but Wonnmum is a fine free agency addition fit for a No. 2 role.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-edge-rushers-2026-ranked-myles-garrett-rams/

These 10 NFL cities define what football fandom is all about (No. 7: Detroit, Michigan - The NFL atmosphere in Motown is one of dedication, passion, and a proud fan base donning the Silver and Honolulu Blue. While Detroit's football history is often associated with championship droughts, the city has remained a constant community of Lions fans, who are now enjoying a competitive resurgence over the past few years under coach Dan Campbell. Add in some Detroit-style pizza or a few Coney dogs, and it's a perfect NFL match on gameday.):  https://www.usatoday.com/sports/readers-choice-awards/best-nfl-city/

4 Bold Predictions for the NFC North in 2026 (Lions Miss the Playoffs (Again) - Just a few short years ago, the Lions had a 24-7 halftime lead on the road against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC title game. They blew that lead, and fell short of their first-ever trip to the Super Bowl. The next year, they soared to a franchise-record 15-2 record in the regular season, only to give up 45 points in a home divisional playoff loss after enjoying a first-round bye. Last year, a 9-8 record wasn’t good enough to make the postseason in a competitive NFC North.  Things won’t get any easier for Dan Campbell and his crew this year, as the Bears and Packers are expected to fight for the title, and the Vikings will continue to be a tough out with one of the league’s best coaching staffs. Jahmyr Gibbs is my pick to win NFL Offensive Player of the Year, but that won’t be enough to get the Lions back to the playoffs.):  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/2026-predictions-nfc-north-bears-packers-lions-vikings-caleb-williams-jordan-love


Lions Kick Off Training Camp This Week with Three Burning Questions to Answer:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-kick-off-training-camp-this-week-with-three-burning-questions-to-answer


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Stacey Dales on if Lions can rebound in 2026 | 'GMFB':  https://www.nfl.com/videos/stacey-dales-on-if-lions-can-rebound-in-2026-gmfb

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Monday, July 27, 2026

Lions Links for Monday 7-27-26

Articles:


Mike Valenti Tells Lions Safety Kerby Joseph to 'Log Out' of Social Media:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/mike-valenti-tells-lions-kerby-joseph-log-out-of-social-media


Tyleik Williams Reveals Significant Change Ahead of Second Season:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/two-detroit-lions-players-playing-for-their-next-contract-2026




Lions Kerby Joseph Asks For Prayers: I'm Not In 'Hella Pain':  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-2026-training-camp-primer

Kerby Joseph Is Using Social Media To Play Mind Games: Why It's Interesting:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/kerby-joseph-is-using-social-media-to-play-mind-games

Lions Place Kerby Joseph, Brian Branch, FA Tight End on PUP List:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-place-safeties-tight-end-pup-list-begin-training-camp

Roundtable: Detroit Lions Who Could Become 2026 Training Camp Darlings:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/roundtable-detroit-lions-who-could-become-2026-training-camp-darlings






Biggest storylines in the NFC North revolve around the most important position, especially with the Vikings and Bears:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/minnesota-vikings-news/biggest-nfc-north-storylines-vikings-bears-packers-lions-kyler-murray-jj-mccarthy-caleb-williams/



The Ben Johnson narrative around the Lions offense falls apart under one thing: context:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-ben-johnson-narrative-around-the-lions-offense-falls-apart-under-one-thing-context/

Why the annual Detroit Lions PUP list freakout continues to be the most pointless worrying fans do:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/why-the-annual-detroit-lions-pup-list-freakout-continues-to-be-the-most-pointless-worrying-fans-do/

The Lions’ Biggest X-Factor on Offense Isn’t Being Talked About Enough:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/the-lions-biggest-x-factor-on-offense-isnt-being-talked-about-enough

Four Games That Will Decide Whether the Lions Make the Playoffs in 2026:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/four-games-that-will-decide-whether-the-lions-make-the-playoffs-in-2026

All-Under-25 Team: Drake Maye, Abdul Carter among NFL's ascending young players entering 2026 season (RB Jahmyr Gibbs Detroit Lions · Age 24.  Detroit’s backfield became Gibbs’ in 2025, a season that wasn’t quite as good as his 2024 showing but one that provided a necessary lesson for a Lions team that was always going to pivot toward Gibbs as the lead runner. Detroit learned last year how important a healthy offensive line is for its chances of success, then acted accordingly in the 2026 offseason, setting up Gibbs for what could be his best campaign yet. After watching Gibbs pile up 3,580 rushing yards, 1,449 receiving yards and 49 total touchdowns in his first three seasons, we know he is an elite running back. There’s no questioning his place on this team, but this will be his final appearance, as he turns 25 next March.  S Brian Branch - Detroit Lions · Age 24.  I had a tough time picking between Branch and Falcons safety Xavier Watts for this spot. Ultimately, I chose Branch because of the consistency he has demonstrated in his first three NFL seasons. In Years 1 and 2, Branch racked up 29 passes defensed, seven interceptions, two forced fumbles, 183 tackles (15 for loss) and two sacks, doing a bit of everything at safety for Detroit. 2025 saw Branch encounter injury hurdles, limiting him to 12 games, although he more than doubled his career sack total (with 2.5 on the season) and posted nice numbers across the board. Hopefully, the torn Achilles that Branch suffered in December doesn't bleed too far into his 2026 campaign. But seeing how he turns 25 in October, this is his last year of eligibility for this team, and it's an honor he earned with exquisite play from Day 1 in the league.):  https://www.nfl.com/news/all-under-25-team-drake-maye-abdul-carter-among-nfl-s-ascending-young-players-entering-2026-season

Which NFL cellar-dwellers will go worst to first in 2026? (2. Lions - 2025 record: 9-8.  Odds to win NFC North: +180.  The Lions are favored to win the NFC North this year, but that wasn't enough to convince me to put them at the top of this list. The problem is that I have a few concerns about this team and those kept me from putting Detroit in the top spot. For one, this team went 2-4 in divisional games last season, including a 23-10 loss to the Vikings in a must-win Week 17 game. Did I mention that Max Brosmer was the starting QB for Minnesota in that game? Because Max Brosmer was the starting QB for Minnesota in that game. The Lions desperately needed to beat the Vikings to keep their playoff hopes alive, but instead, they choked.  This team went 8-1 last year when they scored 34 points or more, but just 2-7 when they scored 33 points or less. That's not sustainable. The Lions did make a few small moves this offseason -- like adding center Cade Mays, DE D.J. Wonnum and CB Roger McCreary -- but this team is largely running it back with most of the same roster they had last year and they barely finished over .500 last year.  OK, so I just read over those last two paragraphs that I wrote and they sound negative, so let me end on a positive: The Lions still have one of the most electrifying offenses in the NFL and that unit should be able to carry them through the season. This team will almost certainly finish above .500 and will absolutely compete for the division title, but the NFC North is a loaded division and it won't be easy to win.  Fun fact: The Lions have only gone worst-to-first one time in franchise history and that came all the way back in 1993.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-worst-to-first-teams-ranked/

Every NFC team's biggest training camp question (Detroit Lions: Can their defense stay healthy? Yes, it's training camp. The Detroit Lions aren't playing real games just yet just like the rest of the league. However, the biggest issue for this team is the health of their defense, especially after cutting former first-round pick cornerback Terrion Arnold this offseason. A knee injury cut short 2024 first team All-Pro safety Kerby Joseph's 2025 season to just six games. Pro Bowl safety Brian Branch's 2025 campaign ended with an Achilles rupture after 12 games, and a hamstring injury stole six games from cornerback D.J. Reed's 2025 season. Both Joseph and Branch will start camp on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list. Health and cohesion in Detroit's defensive backfield will be crucial and worth keeping an eye on out at Lions' training camp.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-training-camp-storylines-2026-nfc/

PFF Tackle Rankings: The top 32 players ahead of the 2026 NFL season (1. Penei Sewell, Detroit Lions:  For the second time in three years, Sewell finished the season as the NFL’s highest-graded offensive tackle. In 2025, he led the NFL with an incredible 96.7 PFF run-blocking grade while setting a new career-high with an 80.3 PFF pass-blocking grade.  Sewell will slide over to left tackle full-time this season after the departure of Taylor Decker and the arrival of rookie right tackle Blake Miller. However, we shouldn’t expect much of a drop-off, if any, in Sewell’s level of production.):  https://www.pff.com/news/pff-tackle-rankings-the-top-32-players-ahead-of-the-2026-nfl-season

NFL wide receiver rankings: Which team boasts best, deepest WR corps? (5. Detroit Lions -Presumptive top 4 WRs: Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, Isaac TeSlaa, Greg Dortch.  St. Brown remains prolific, even as his efficiency dipped in a disappointing season for the Lions. Williams is a wonderful counterbalance; a deep threat who averaged better than 17 yards per catch each of the last two seasons and can wiggle out of jams with the ball in his hands.  TeSlaa is the enigma. The former Division II star was, on average, targeted deeper downfield than Williams and turned 27 targets into six touchdowns. Can his second season as a pro elevate him into a status beyond "bargain who saved your daily fantasy lineup?"):  https://ftw.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2026/07/27/nfl-wide-receiver-rankings-2026-vikings-rams-bengals-patriots-eagles/91026751007/

Ranking all 32 NFL teams based on vibes ahead of training camp (26. Detroit Lions:  The window is closing rapidly and "Unc" status is within reach. Detroit better hope it nailed the offensive coordinator hire.):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2026/07/27/nfl-team-vibes-training-camp-rankings-2026/90933114007/

2026 NFL Preview: The 100 People Who'll Shape The Upcoming Season (QBs who will determine the SB - QB Jared Goff Detroit Lions:  Detroit had a top-five offense last year in points, yards and a few other key stats, but it went 9-8 and missed the playoffs. Goff had 34 touchdowns against only eight interceptions, and he'll have a new offensive coordinator in Drew Petzing with a chance to get the Lions closer to their 15-2 record in 2024. The Lions' amazing 2023 draft class is getting very expensive very quickly, so there's a limited window to win with Goff ($53 million a year) before his supporting cast makes it hard to keep the depth you need to win at a high level.  Coaches who must make the playoffs - HC Dan Campbell
Detroit Lions.  Two playoff wins in 2023, then a 15-2 regular season in 2024, but Detroit is just 9-9 since then, including the playoffs. Losing Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn in the same offseason will do that to a franchise. Can Drew Petzing get more from Jared Goff and the offense? Can they overcome the arrest and subsequent release of cornerback Terrion Arnold, taking away a former first-round pick for at least part of the season? The NFC North will be a four-wide battle, perhaps for only two playoff spots, so a healthy Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph could help the Lions return to the postseason.  Defensive player of the year candidates - DE Aidan Hutchinson Detroit Lions:  Last season was a resounding return for Hutchinson after missing most of 2024 with injury, recording a career-best 14.5 sacks and as many forced fumbles (4) as he'd totaled in his first three seasons. His new deal pays him $45 million a year, and as Detroit works to get back to the playoffs in a super-tough division, he'll need to be at the top of his game. Much of the Lions' pass-rush depth is new, from rookie Derrick Moore to journeyman reserves like Peyton Turner and D.J. Wonnum.  Offensive player of the year candidates - RB Jahmyr Gibbs Detroit Lions.  Gibbs will soon join the rare fraternity of $20 million a year running backs, as he well should. In three NFL seasons, he's made three Pro Bowls and averaged 13 touchdowns and nearly 1,200 rushing yards per year, as well as 60 catches. Detroit disappointed last year with a 9-8 record, but should be back as a playoff team in a difficult NFC North.   Can Gibbs get back to his elite 2024 play with new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing? Will he take on an even larger role with David Montgomery off to the Texans and Isiah Pacheco as the new RB2?  The OL who can win games -  OT Penei Sewell Detroit Lions: Sewell, arguably the best right tackle in the NFL with first-team All-Pro honors the last three years, now shifts to left tackle, trying to do what Tampa Bay's Tristan Wirfs did three years ago. That puts rookie Blake Miller at right tackle, with free-agent addition Cade Mays at center in a new-look Lions line. That's a central part of the Lions staying a top-five offense and getting back to the playoffs after just missing last year at 9-8. Sewell is only 25 years old, and a successful transition to the left only adds to his Hall of Fame trajectory in Detroit.):  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/2026-nfl-preview-100-people-shape-upcoming-season

What a Detroit Lions trade for Buccaneers All-Pro Vita Vea would really look like, and is it possible?:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/what-a-detroit-lions-trade-for-buccaneers-all-pro-vita-vea-would-really-look-like-and-is-it-possible/

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97.1 FM’s Marc Ryan talks Drew Petzing, Isiah Pacheco, and Penei Sewell ahead of the start of Lions Training Camp:  https://www.clickondetroit.com/sports/2026/07/27/971-fms-marc-ryan-talks-drew-petzing-isiah-pacheco-and-penei-sewell-ahead-of-the-start-of-lions-training-camp/

Sportsworks 7-26-26 - Dan, Burchie & Riger talk Tigers series split, Lions, Pistons, and Red Wings:  https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-bkdi4yshuw3np0wk

Posted by LionsFan at 7:07 PM 0 comments

Lions Links for Sunday 7-26-26

Articles:

The Most Important Lions Extension Candidate Entering Training Camp:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/most-important-lions-extension-candidate-entering-training-camp-2026

Lions 2026 Training Camp Roster: Full 90-Man Roster (And Who's on the Bubble):  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-2026-training-camp-roster-full-90-man-roster-bubble-players

Will Jared Goff Celebrate TD's More? Teammate Says He Has No Rhythm:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/jared-goff-no-rhythm-to-celebrate-touchdowns




Four Detroit Lions’ Players Entering Make-or-Break 2026 Seasons:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-make-or-break-mahogany-mcneill

Why the Detroit Lions’ Most Pressing Extension Case in 2026 is Sam LaPorta, not Jahmyr Gibbs:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/sam-laporta-lions-extension-gibbs

Every Rookie Worth Tracking at Detroit Lions Camp This Summer:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-rookies-training-camp-2026

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Saturday, July 25, 2026

Lions Links for Saturday 7-25-26

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Detroit Lions Pre-Training Camp 2026 Defensive Depth Chart:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-pre-training-camp-2026-defensive-depth-chart

Steve Smith Critiques Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/steve-smith-critiques-detroit-lions-wr-jameson-williams

Detroit Lions' Kerby Joseph Gives Promising Training Camp Update:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-kerby-joseph-promising-training-camp-update

Detroit Lions Rookies Will Report to 2026 Training Camp:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-rookies-will-report-2026-training-camp

One Starting Job the Lions Are Happy They Don't Have To Answer Today:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/one-starting-job-lions-happy-they-do-not-have-to-answer-today


Lions training camp preview: Nickel sets mean more opportunities for CBs:  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-discussion/167576/sam-laporta-2026-season-projections-yards

The case against Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell over the Terrion Arnold situation doesn’t hold up under the weight of context:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/the-case-against-brad-holmes-and-dan-campbell-over-the-terrion-arnold-situation-doesnt-hold-up-under-the-weight-of-context/

Every Rookie Worth Tracking at Detroit Lions Camp This Summer:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-rookies-training-camp-2026

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Friday, July 24, 2026

Lions Links for Friday 7-24-26

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NFL Analyst Believes Jahmyr Gibbs Is 'Best Player' in NFC North:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/nfl-analyst-believes-jahmyr-gibbs-is-best-player-nfc-north-2026

NFL Analyst Believes Jahmyr Gibbs Is 'Best Player' in NFC North:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/nfl-analyst-believes-jahmyr-gibbs-is-best-player-nfc-north-2026


Dan Campbell, Brad Holmes Showed Incompetence Handling Terrion Arnold:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-player-with-most-to-gain-at-training-camp

Lions News: 4 big predictions for Detroit’s 2026 season—including a trade:  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-news/167563/detroit-lions-news-4-big-predictions-2026-season-including-trade



The Detroit Lions are being linked to Diego Pavia, why this is not the move to make:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/the-detroit-lions-are-being-linked-to-diego-pavia-why-this-is-not-the-move-to-make/

4 players the Detroit Lions should bring in for training camp tryouts next week:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/4-players-the-detroit-lions-should-bring-in-for-training-camp-tryouts-next-week/

Four Detroit Lions Players Auditioning for Contract Extensions in 2026:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-contract-extensions-gibbs-laporta-branch

The Detroit Lions Rookie With the Best Shot to Outplay His Draft Slot in 2026:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/keith-abney-lions-rookie-cornerback

The Lions’ Storyline Nobody’s Watching Closely Enough This Training Camp:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-running-back-room-vaki-pacheco

One Offseason Decision Every NFL Team Made That Could Haunt Them (Detroit Lions: Not doing more for the secondary - The Lions are dealing with plenty of questions in the secondary. Safeties Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch are both returning from injuries, and the situation only got murkier after the Lions released Terrion Arnold, who is facing charges for armed robbery and kidnapping.  While the Lions addressed other important areas of need this offseason, including the offensive line and pass rush, they might regret not focusing more on the secondary. They did sign corner Roger McCreary and safety Christian Izien, but letting Amik Robertson leave in free agency and not addressing corner until the fifth round of the draft could come back to haunt them.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/one-offseason-decision-every-team-made-haunt-them

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Who is the biggest challenger to Rams in NFC? | 'GMFB':  https://www.nfl.com/videos/who-is-the-biggest-challenger-to-rams-in-nfc-gmfb



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Thursday, July 23, 2026

Lions Links for Thursday 7-23-26

Articles:


Lions 2026 Opponent Suffers Major Injury: What It Means:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/lions-2026-opponent-suffers-major-injury-what-it-means

Detroit Lions' Most Irreplaceable 2026 Defensive Player:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-most-irreplaceable-2026-defensive-player

What I'm Watching Closest During Lions Training Camp (And Why You Should Too):  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/what-to-watch-close-during-detroit-lions-training-camp-2026

Former Lions RB David Montgomery Sounds Off on Media Personality:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/david-montgomery-sounds-off-media-personality-new-role

Detroit Lions WR Isaac TeSlaa Named To NFL All-Breakout Team:  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/detroit-lions-isaac-teslaa-named-nfl-all-breakout-team-2026








Detroit Lions Mailbag: Do the Lions get a comp pick for Terrion Arnold, or will they be punished by the NFL?:  https://atozsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions-news/detroit-lions-mailbag-do-the-lions-get-a-comp-pick-for-terrion-arnold-or-will-they-be-punniched-by-the-nfl/

NFL training camp is here! Biggest storylines, roster projections and previews for all 32 teams (Detroit Lions - Biggest storyline: Has Detroit's Super Bowl window closed? From 2023 to 2025, the Lions entered the season as legitimate Super Bowl contenders. However, they fell way short of expectations in 2025 and were faced with a lot of decisions to make this offseason. For starters, Detroit has hired Drew Petzing as the new offensive coordinator and retooled the offensive line after releasing veteran linemen Taylor Decker and Graham Glasgow. Still, this offense has the potential to be one of the most explosive units in the league with quarterback Jared Goff, running back Jahmyr Gibbs, and wide receivers Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams all returning. But keeping marquee players healthy could be critical to the squad remaining in contention. ESPN Analytics gives the Lions the best chance to win the NFC North at 38%. -- Eric Woodyard):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49107696/2026-nfl-training-camp-preview-storylines-53-man-roster-projections

2026 Detroit Lions training camp preview: Has the Lions' Super Bowl window closed?:  https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49083692/2026-detroit-lions-nfl-training-camp-preview

The Detroit Lions Rookie With the Best Shot to Outplay His Draft Slot in 2026:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/keith-abney-lions-rookie-cornerback

The Lions’ Storyline Nobody’s Watching Closely Enough This Training Camp:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-running-back-room-vaki-pacheco

Two Free Agents the Lions Should Consider Signing Before the 2026 NFL Season:  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/lions-free-agents-marshon-lattimore-von-miller

NFL MVP: One non-QB candidate from each NFC team in 2026 (Lions - Sewell: The assumption that Sewell will move from right to left tackle without missing a beat speaks to the blocker’s talent. Few expect him to stumble, yet it’s easier said than done -- even perennial Pro Bowler Tristan Wirfs saw his efficiency dip slightly in his first season after making the same move in Tampa in 2023. If Sewell pulls it off without a hitch and remains an All-Pro, his standing among his peers will be solidified. Sewell’s importance to the Lions getting back on track is obvious. The entire offensive line rework rests on his ability to protect Jared Goff’s blind side, stabilize the young unit and get an explosive offense going again. He is the keystone in Detroit.):  https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-mvp-one-non-qb-candidate-from-each-nfc-team-in-2026

The NFL's best RB duos for 2026, ranked (2. Jahmyr Gibbs and Isiah Pacheco, Lions:  This isn't exactly the most balanced duo considering Pacheco's ineffectiveness since his 2024 leg injury, but Gibbs is just that good. If he's not the best back in the league, it's only because a guy in the No. 1 pairing on our list also exists. Gibbs has topped 5.0 yards per carry in each of his three NFL seasons, racking up 49 total touchdowns along the way. He finally took over the true lead role in the backfield last season and fully exploded as a receiver, picking up more catches (77) than he had targets in either of his first two years in the NFL. Dan Campbell has already alluded to even more work for Gibbs this season, so all the Lions need is for Pacheco to do some short-yardage work and keep the chains moving when he gives the superstar a break.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/best-rb-duo-nfl-2026-falcons-lions-ravens/

Ranking best, worst backup QB situations for contenders (15. Detroit Lions (+1900) - Starter: Jared Goff,Backups: Teddy Bridgewater, Luke Altmyer (UDFA):  Not that long ago, Teddy Bridgewater was coaching high school football. After resigning from his post at Miami Northwestern Senior High School in August of last year, he signed on to be a backup for the Buccaneers and did see some action in Week 12 last season against the Rams. There, Bridgewater completed 53.3% of his throws for just 62 yards. The last time he started a game came back in Week 17 of the 2022 season as a member of the Dolphins. Now, Bridgewater is back in Detroit (where he served as a backup from 2023 to 2024) with the Lions and will likely serve as the top option behind Jared Goff, with undrafted rookie Luke Altmyer also in the fold. While Bridgewater has 65 regular-season starts under his belt and is above .500 (33-32) over that run, it's fair to wonder how much he truly has in the tank as he'll turn 34 during the 2026 season.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-backup-quarterback-rankings-2026-super-bowl/

2026 NFL Preview: Which 10 Teams Have The Best Roster Cores Entering The Season? (5.  Detroit Lions - Top five: QB Jared Goff, DE Aidan Hutchinson, WR Amon-Ra St. Brown, RB Jahmyr Gibbs, OT Penei Sewell.  The Lions have one of the most talented rosters in the league. Pro Bowl linebacker Jack Campbell, tight end Sam LaPorta and safety Brian Branch could have also been included on this list. Detroit has one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL, led by an efficient passer and expert executioner of the offense in Goff.  However, the question for the Lions is how enthusiastic head coach Dan Campbell will direct his coordinators to get the best out of the talent on both sides of the ball. I’m a believer in new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, but it will be interesting to see how the offense changes with him at the controls. And defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard needs his defense to take another step in development. Finally, the Lions must stay healthy after experiencing a rash of injuries last season.):  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/2026-nfl-preview-which-10-teams-have-best-roster-cores-entering-season

Ranking the 10 Best NFL Edge Rushers for 2026: Two Texans Land in the Top Six (4. Aidan Hutchinson, Detroit Lions:  After a leg injury limited him to five games in 2024, Hutchinson bounced back with the best season of his career in ’25. He led all defensive linemen by playing 950 snaps for the Lions last year. The 25-year-old racked up 14.5 sacks, the fourth-most in the NFL, and had 33 quarterback hits and 14 tackles for loss, all of which were career bests. He also tallied 63 pressures, the second-most in the league.  Hutchinson is a terrific athlete with an unremitting motor, and he didn’t lose a step in his return from injury. He ranked second in the NFL with four forced fumbles and was PFF’s fourth-highest-rated edge rusher for the ’25 season. He can take on just about any offensive lineman in a one-on-one situation, and his ability to draw double-teams should enable other members of Detroit’s revamped defensive line to find success getting after opposing quarterbacks. —K.R.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/10-best-nfl-edge-rushers-2026-two-texans-in-top-six

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No. 88: Jack Campbell Top 100 Players of 2026:  https://www.nfl.com/videos/no-88-jack-campbell-top-100-players-of-2026

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