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Detroit Lions News/ FanNation All Lions / 28 minutes ago
NFL Draft Expert Identifies Detroit Lions Top Fits
The Detroit Lions could target the defensive side of the ball early in the NFL Draft. Coordinator Aaron Glenn's group struggled throughout the season, particularly with marrying the perfect combination of rush and coverage.
NFL News/ FanNation All Lions / 1 hour ago
Mock Draft Roundup: Detroit Lions Fill Void at EDGE
It's time for the fourth All Lions mock draft roundup for the 2024 NFL Draft. Over the last week, UCLA EDGELaiatu Latuhas increasingly become a popular pick for the Lions at No.
Detroit Lions News/ Shutdown Corner / 12 hours ago
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Dan Campbell's Lions have several key pieces already in place. Can they make the right roster tweaks to build on last season's trip to the NFC championship game?
Detroit Lions News/ ClutchPoints / 11 hours ago
2 sneaky good players Lions must take in 2024 NFL Draft
The Detroit Lions were one of the top stories in the NFL last season. Many expected the Lions to contend for the NFC North title because they finished the previous season on a hot streak, but the team’s history was one of failure in nearly all situations.
NFL News/ Yardbarker / 13 minutes ago
One trade, cut and signing the Detroit Lions should make
The Detroit Lions made it to the NFC Championship Game. What do they need to do to push through for a Super Bowl?
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Detroit Lions News/ FanNation All Lions / 25 minutes ago
All Lions: Detroit Projected to Land Pass Rusher in Free Agency
The Detroit Lions have a chance to make a splash in free agency. With over $40 million in cap space, the Lions may elect to sign one of the league's top free agents.
Detroit Lions News/ Gridiron Heroics / 43 minutes ago
Detroit Lions Welcome Back Kicker on One-Year Deal – Report
On the heels of an NFC Championship run, the Detroit Lions are doing everything they can to make another deep playoff run next fall. Detroit made a roster move on Thursday, ensuring at least one of their top-scoring options will again don the blue and white in 2024.
Michael Badgley News/ Field Level Media / 1 hour ago
Lions bring back K Michael Badgley on one-year deal
The Detroit Lions re-signed kicker Michael Badgley on Thursday. The team didn't release terms, but Badgley's agent, Brian McLaughlin, told reporters that the agreement is for one season.
Detroit Lions News/ Gridiron Heroics / 37 minutes ago
Detroit Lions, Alex Anzalone Become Surprising Targets of Justin Fields’ Ire
The Detroit Lions were one of the biggest feel-good stories of the NFL in recent memory. The team has been nothing but exceptional under coach Dan Campbell and were a half away from reaching their first-ever Super Bowl.
Detroit Lions News/ Pro Football Rumors / 1 hour ago
Lions to re-sign kicker Michael Badgley
Winning a prolonged practice competition last season, Michael Badgley reclaimed his job after the Lions had previously traded for Riley Patterson. Closing the season as Detroit’s kicker again, Badgley is poised to enter the team’s offseason program in the role.
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Michael Badgley News/ NFLTradeRumors.co / 1 minute ago
Lions Re-Signing K Michael Badgley To One-Year Deal
According to Ian Rapoport, the Lions are re-signing K Michael Badgley to a one-year deal. Badgley, 28, originally signed with the Colts as an undrafted free agent out of the University of Miami in 2018, but Indianapolis waived him before the season began.
Detroit Lions News/ FanNation All Lions / 1 hour ago
Why Detroit Lions Could Trade Up in NFL Draft
For the first time in Brad Holmes' tenure as general manager of the Detroit Lions, the organization with begin the Draft picking outside of the Top-10 in the first round. Last season, they had the No.
Detroit Lions News/ A to Z Sports / 1 hour ago
7 round mock Detroit Lions mock draft ahead of the combine
The NFL combine starts next Tuesday and usually the combine will be accompanied by changes in draft stock. Players are going to rise and fall after all the running and jumping they do next week.
Detroit Lions News/ FanNation All Lions / 2 hours ago
Detroit Lions Safety Targets at NFL Combine
The Detroit Lions appeared to have found a gem late in the 2023 season in safety Ifeatu Melifonwu. A converted cornerback, Melifonwu became a major asset to the Lions' defense with his ability to blitz.
Detroit Lions News/ Last Word On Sports / 1 hour ago
3 Potential Destinations for Former Detroit Lions Veteran Safety
Here are three potential destinations for former Detroit Lions veteran safety, Tracy Walker III as he enters the competitive market next month. The Lions have officially said goodbye to their longest-tenured defensive players.
Detroit Lions News/ NFL Analysis Network / 2 hours ago
Multiple Analysts Pick Lions To Win Super Bowl 59
The Detroit Lions announced their presence as a contender in the NFC during the 2023 season. In Year 3 under general manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell, the team broke through in a major way.
NFL News/ NFL Analysis Network / 52 minutes ago
2 Sleeper Free Agents The Seattle Seahawks Should Target
The Seattle Seahawks are poised for significant roster adjustments in the upcoming month, with both releases and acquisitions on the horizon to manage cap space and address team needs.
NFL News/ NFL Analysis Network / 2 minutes ago
3 Safeties The Commanders Should Target In Free Agency
Heading into the 2023 season, much like other positions on the Washington Commanders roster, the safety role held significant promise. The duo of Kamren Curl and Darrick Forrest was evolving into one of the league’s top young safety tandems.
Detroit Lions News/ FanNation All Lions / 1 hour ago
Detroit Lions Wide Receiver Targets in Free Agency
The Detroit Lions' offense ranks among the best units in the league under the command of coordinator Ben Johnson. Led by a steady veteran passer in Jared Goff, the offense has produced at an elite level.
NFL News/ NFL Analysis Network / 2 hours ago
Lions advised to make big splash in free agency at defensive tackle
The Detroit Lions are coming off of one of the best seasons in the history of their franchise, but it still seems pretty clear that their roster needs some work.
John Fox News/ Pro Football Rumors / 1 hour ago
Lions part ways with this former head coach from coaching staff
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Detroit Lions News/ NFLTradeRumors.co / 2 minutes ago
Lions Officially Add Three To Coaching Staff
The Detroit Lions announced they have officially added DL coach Terrell Williams, DB coach Deshea Townsend and defensive assistant Jim O’Neil to the coaching staff. Williams, 49, began his coaching career at Fort Scott CC in 1998 as a DL coach.
Jared Goff News/ Gridiron Heroics / 0 minutes ago
Jared Goff Drops Truth Bomb on Detroit Lions’ Playoff Win vs. Los Angeles Rams
Jared Goff was one of the biggest storylines when the Detroit Lions faced the Los Angeles Rams in the 2023 NFC Wild Card. His connections with the organization that drafted him first overall in the 2016 Draft added weight to a match that is already full of drama and narratives.
Detroit Lions News/ NFL Analysis Network / 51 minutes ago
Lions Make Major Change To Defense, Releasing Veteran
The 2023 season was a big one for the Detroit Lions as the hard work by general manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell began to bear fruit. Detroit won the NFC North division and advanced to the NFC Championship Game, where they were defeated in comeback fashion by the San Francisco 49ers.
Detroit Lions News/ Pro Football Rumors / 1 hour ago
Lions to release veteran safety
C.J. Gardner-Johnson‘s injury led Tracy Walker back into the Lions’ starting lineup, but the veteran did not hold down the job. Detroit will now move on from Walker’s second contract.
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Detroit Lions News/ ClutchPoints / 1 hour ago
4 sneaky good NFL free agents Lions need to sign
Despite a defeat to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship game, the short tenure of Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell continues to be an overwhelming success.
NFL News/ Yardbarker / 1 hour ago
Lions' Jared Goff opens up about playoff win over Rams
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff recently spoke with West Wilson of Complex about earning a wild-card playoff victory over the Los Angeles Rams, Goff's employer from 2016 through the 2020 season, this past January.
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NFL News/ Yardbarker / February 15
Eagles are dangerously thin at three positions
While obsessing about the hiring and firing of assistant coaches, some Eagles fans may be missing the glaring holes on the team’s roster. Here’s where Philadelphia needs the most help in 2024.
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