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Derrick Barnes’ and D.J. Reed’s new contracts with the Detroit Lions share something in common. Here’s what... and why. Last week, we broke down the contract of Detroit Lions free agent addition D.J.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / March 19

Derrick Barnes contract cited as a wicked overpay by the Lions in free agency

Now into the second week of 2025 free agency, it's easy to notice and somewhat lament the Detroit Lions' lack of activity. Cornerback DJ Reed was a nice

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / March 11

Derrick Barnes makes confident prediction after re-signing with Lions

The Detroit Lions weren't able to go all the way in 2024, but the hope is that the franchise can stay on the right track and achieve a level of consistency when it comes to winning.

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Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / March 10

Derrick Barnes says he'll be ready for Lions' offseason program

A major injury in a contract year is never ideal, but that's what happened to Detroit Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes when he suffered a torn MCL and PCL in his right knee after being cut blocked in Week 3 last season against the Arizona Cardinals.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 8

Lions Derrick Barnes Defends Himself: 'Don't Ruin Big Moments'

Detroit Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes has worked diligently to earn his NFL contract extension. Since being drafted by general manager Brad Holmes in 2021, the former Purdue Boilermakers standout has improved as a player and is a part of the defensive core, along with veteran Alex Anzalone and Jack Campbell.

Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / March 8

Lions teammates react to Derrick Barnes’ extension

Detroit Lions teammates went to social media to congratulate Derrick Barnes on his brand-new contract. On Friday, the Detroit Lions and Derrick Barnes reportedly agreed to a three-year deal to keep the linebacker in Detroit for the foreseeable future.

Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / March 7

Detroit Lions re-signing another special teams linebacker

The Detroit Lions are bringing back special teams linebacker Ezekiel Turner, who joined the team in the middle of the 2024 season. The Detroit Lions spent their Friday solidifying their linebacking corps, apparently.

NFL News / New York Jets on SI / March 7

All Eyes On Jets, 25-Year-Old Linebacker As Lions Extend Derrick Barnes

The latest news out of the Detroit Lions’ camp might hint at how the New York Jets proceed with Jamien Sherwood’s free agency. The Lions have agreed to a contract extension with their 25-year-old linebacker Derrick Barnes, as reported by NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport on Friday.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 7

Lions give $25.5 million contract extension to starter who missed most of 2024

The Detroit Lions had an impressive 2024 season. Detroit logged multiple franchise firsts, winning 15 games in the regular season and securing the No. 1 seed in the NFC playoffs.

Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / March 7

Lions LB to avoid free agency after striking new three-year deal

Derrick Barnes was on track for free agency, but that will no longer be the case. The fourth-year linebacker has agreed to remain in Detroit for the foreseeable future.

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / January 7

Lions HC Dan Campbell shares good and bad injury news

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / October 9

Lions could be without fourth-year LB for season remainder

Lions could be without fourth-year linebacker for remainder of season

The Detroit Lions aren't holding their breath for the return of injured linebacker Derrick Barnes this season.

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 24

Lions likely to place LB Derrick Barnes on injured reserve

Barnes was a fourth-round pick by the Lions in 2021 who appeared in 32 games with 10 starts across his first two NFL seasons before earning a starting role in 2023.

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NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / January 22, 2024

Lions' Barnes says Mayfield tipped him off about interception

Lions' Derrick Barnes says Baker Mayfield tipped him off about interception

All the time Derrick Barnes put into preparing for his Lions’ divisional round playoff game against the Buccaneers on Sunday paid off in a big way.

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Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / December 30, 2023

Troy Aikman obliterates Lions LB for atrocious missed sack

NFL broadcaster Troy Aikman leveled Detroit Lions LB Derrick Barnes for a missed sack against Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott. The play ended with a 92-yard touchdown toss to CeeDee Lamb.

Lions HC Dan Campbell on difficulty of defending Dak Prescott: ‘He can kill you’

Lions make big move with young defensive stud

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Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / June 23, 2023

Training-camp battles to watch on Lions defense

The Detroit Lions defense was awful in 2022, ranking last in the league in yards allowed. During the offseason, general manager Brad Holmes worked on improving and rebuilding the unit.

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