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Dan Campbell Shares Disadvantage of 18-Game NFL Schedule

The NFL could be making changes to the length of the season and the offseason calander in the coming seasons. This week, the NFLPA was finalizing a proposal that would eliminate organized team activities for a longer ramp up period before training camp.

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Jake Bates: Detroit Lions fan-favorite has brutal end to regular season

Michigan Panthers star and Detroit Lions target Jake Bates rebounded with a strong performance in Week 10 against the Birmingham Stallions after having a rough couple of weeks.

NFL News / Bleacher Report / 43 minutes ago

Lions OC Ben Johnson Calls Out 'False Narratives' amid Commanders HC Search Rumors

Though Dan Quinn is the new head coach of the Washington Commanders, many around the league believed Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson would…

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / 4 hours ago

Lions' 2024 Roster Bubble: Safeties

The Detroit Lions were forced to adjust on the fly at the safety position early in 2023. When Ceedy Duce went down with a torn pec in Week 2, initially the team turned to safety Tracy Walker III opposite Kerby Joseph.

Tee Higgins News / Detroit Lions on SI / 5 hours ago

Lions Linked to Bengals' Tee Higgins in Blockbuster Trade Proposal

Among the biggest areas that national pundits believe the Detroit Lions can improve is at the wide receiver position. General manager Brad Holmes has been quiet at the position, allowing Josh Reynolds to sign with the Denver Broncos while re-signing Donovan Peoples-Jones to a one-year deal.

Detroit Lions News / Sporting News / 5 hours ago

Detroit Lions getting infusion of cap space as calendar turns to June

The Detroit Lions will open up a significant amount of cap space this weekend, giving them even more money to work with after having one of highest totals in the NFL already.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / 1 hour ago

Everyone Is Saying Troy Weaver Was Worse GM Than Lions Matt Millen

Fortunately for all supporters of the Detroit Pistons, the Troy Weaver era has mercifully come to an end. Weaver's disastrous tenure running the Pistons

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / 2 hours ago

Dan Campbell Explains When 'Sacks Aren't That Big of a Deal'

Outside of Aidan Hutchinson, the Lions struggled all of 2023 to generate sacks on a consistent basis. Hutchinson, who went as many as four consecutive games without a sack a season ago, managed to record double-digit sacks for the first time in his career (11.5).

Detroit Lions News / FirstSportz / 7 minutes ago

Lions OC Ben Johnson points to the reasons why he didn’t take any HC position and decided to stay in Detroit

The ultimate objective for assistant coaches and coordinators in the NFL is to land a head coaching gig with an organization. It is not common to see them pass up such opportunities as and when they arise.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Talk / 15 minutes ago

Dan Campbell thinks a two-game preseason would hinder development of young players

As discussions continue around the NFL about the possibility of adding an 18th game to the regular season while shortening the preseason to two games, Lions coach Dan Campbell cautions that it could hinder the development of young players.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

An optimist's guide to the 2024 Detroit Lions

After finishing just short of reaching the Super Bowl a season ago, the Detroit Lions enter the 2024 campaign among the favorites to win it all. Here are three reasons why they'll meet and perhaps surpass expectations.

David Montgomery remains an important part of Lions rushing attack

Lions OC explains surprising decision to stay with team

Lions sign second-round cornerback

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Dan Campbell News / ClutchPoints / 13 hours ago

Dan Campbell’s eye-opening Lions sacks stance will catch fans’ attention

The Detroit Lions’ Dan Campbell is one of the most well known and beloved coaches in the National Football League. On Friday, Campbell’s stance on pass rushing was revealed in comments made during a news conference during Lions OTAs.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / 1 hour ago

Lions sign second-round cornerback

Rakestraw spent four seasons at Missouri, establishing himself as an integral member of the team’s defense over the past two years in particular.

David Montgomery remains an important part of Lions rushing attack

Lions OC Ben Johnson opens up about shocking career move

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Talk / May 31

Lions want to see a receiver step up to replace Josh Reynolds

The Lions signed their No. 1 receiver, Amon-Ra St. Brown, to a big contract extension this offseason. But their No. 2 receiver from last year, Josh Reynolds, took a contract offer in Denver.

Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / 14 hours ago

Lions OC's explanation for staying with team goes viral

The Lions OC was at one point viewed as the hottest head coach candidate in the NFL, but he decided to remain at his current job for at least another season.

David Montgomery remains an important part of Lions rushing attack

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Sam LaPorta News / Detroit Lions on SI / 16 hours ago

Sam LaPorta: Lions Taking Everything 'Really Serious'

In case you spent all of last year living under a rock, you’re certainly aware of the fact that Lions tight end Sam LaPorta had a record-breaking rookie campaign. LaPorta, the No.

Detroit Lions News / Gridiron Heroics / 14 hours ago

Detroit Lions OC Ben Johnson Reveals Why He Did Not Take Head Coach Position

The Detroit Lions are going to be one of the most interesting teams to watch in the 2024 season. Part of the reason why is that they secured a lot of key players such as QB Jared Goff to long-term contract extensions.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / 15 hours ago

Playing start, bench and cut with the Detroit Lions' running back

We continue our Detroit Lions start, bench and cut series this week with a look at the running backs. So far we've done receivers, the defensive line and the secondary.

Hendon Hooker News / A to Z Sports / 16 hours ago

Former Vols QB Hendon Hooker hoping to use a lesson he learned at Tennessee with the Lions in the NFL

Former Tennessee Vols quarterback Hendon Hooker is shaking off the rust as he enters his second season with the Detroit Lions. Hooker, a third round selection

Detroit Lions News / ClutchPoints / May 30

Lions’ Ben Johnson chimes in on decision to stay in Detroit despite head coaching buzz

The Detroit Lions are heading into what could be the most pivotal season since the 1950s with Coach Dan Campbell preaching about a Super Bowl appearance and offensive coordinator Ben Johnson back in town after turning down several potential head coaching suitors.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / May 30