Detroit Lions: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Mock Draft Predicts Lions Will Select All-SEC Defender at Position Where Their Depth Chart is Crowded

The closer we get to the NFL Draft, the wider the range of positions the Detroit Lions could target in the first round seems to get. For a while, it seemed like the debate about there first round was only which edge rusher they would select.

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Burning Question: Are Lions Willing to Draft Developmental Project?

The Detroit Lions have in the past targeted draft prospects who were basically redshirted their rookie campaign in the National Football League. Offensive lineman Giovanni Manu, defensive tackle Brodric Martin and quarterback Hendon Hooker have not had significant on-field contributions during the regular season and postseason.

Brad Holmes News / Athlon Sports / April 17

Lions GM Brad Holmes Makes Clear Statement About Team's Draft Strategy

With a week until this year's NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions still haven't solved their need for an edge rusher. That has many expecting them to select one in the first round of the upcoming draft.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 17

Former Lions DC Aaron Glenn Booted Aaron Rodgers Quickly

Former Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn faced a big decision upon taking over as the head coach of the New York Jets. The Jets had veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers under contract heading into the offseason, but Glenn and new general manager Darren Mougey had the opportunity to decide whether or not to retain him.

NFL News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

How many of the NFL regular-season MVPs can you name in six minutes?

The 'AP NFL Comeback Players of the Year' quiz

The 'NFL quarterbacks with 10+ touchdowns in their final season' quiz

The 'Quarterbacks with the most passing yards in an NFL season' quiz

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / April 17

Aidan Hutchinson completes rehab; Lions not discussing deal with Za’Darius Smith

As Aidan Hutchinson has progressed through rehab on his broken leg, it has long been expected he would be available for the Lions’ offseason work. His latest comments on the subject confirm that should be the case.

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Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Za'Darius Smith News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 17

Lions Have Not Had Recent Contact With Za'Darius Smith

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes left an interesting hint at the NFL's Annual League Meetings when he explained that the door wasn't closed on a reunion with defensive end Za'Darius Smith.

Lions Fans Have Major Dilemma on Draft Night

Decisions, decisions, decisions. Detroit Lions fans, who are also Detroit Pistons supporters, will have a tough one to make on opening night of the 2025 NFL Draft (April 24).

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / April 17

The Draft That Jumpstarted Lions' Rebuild

After starting the 2021 campaign 0-10-1, the Detroit Lions were destined for another high draft pick. Three wins in the season's final six games kept them out of the No.

Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / April 17

Your daily Lions trivia game, Thursday edition

Think you can figure out which Lions player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game! We’re back for another day of the Pride of Detroit in-5 daily trivia game.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / April 17

5 Detroit Lions players who could be traded during the 2025 NFL Draft

The 2025 NFL Draft is a week away, and the Detroit Lions have seven picks right now. It's also fair to say they don't clear have seven clear-cut open spots on the 53-man roster right now, even with a clear "the best man will win" mandate when it comes to roles and roster spots.

Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / April 16

3 Lions Players With the Most to Lose During the 2025 NFL Draft

The Detroit Lions have one of the most talented rosters in the NFL. Next week they'll look to make it even stronger with a new class of rookies, somewhere general manager Brad Holmes has excelled since joining the Lions.

Detroit Lions News / The Lead / April 16

Who Are the Top 3 Running Backs in Lions History?

With the NFL Draft right around the corner, it’s time to take a quick look at some of the best running backs in Detroit Lions history. Each of the top three running backs were drafted by the Lions, and proved themselves quickly. *These players were ranked on overall yards and impact on the team.

Dan Campbell News / Side Lion Report / April 16

Dan Campbell has his work cut out for him with Lions' pick in new NFL mock draft

For all the things Dan Campbell's done for the Lions since being hired as their head coach, one of the best has been establishing a certain 'Lions' type.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 16

Mock Draft Predicts Lions Will Spend Their First-Round Pick on a Position Where They've Already Made a Big Offseason Move

The Detroit Lions haven't made much noise in free agency this offseason, but they did make one big move. They signed D.J. Reed to a deal worth $16 million per year to replace Carlton Davis as their CB1.