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Lions steal a former division rival to provide much-needed pass-rush depth

The Detroit Lions have finalized their practice squad ahead of their 2025 season opener against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. The Lions added edge-rusher Andre Carter II as the final addition to the practice squad.

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Who Are Quarterbacks That Fit Lions Third-String Criteria?

The Detroit Lions currently have only two quarterbacks on the active roster. After the formation of the practice squad, the team currently does not have a developmental quarterback in the system.

Detroit Lions News / NFL Analysis Network / September 1

Dan Campbell gets honest about confidence in Lions coordinators following Ben Johnson, Aaron Glenn exits

The Detroit Lions had a phenomenal 2024 season, until they crashed out of the playoffs without winning a game. They’re now hoping to bounce back in 2025, but will have to do so with some new faces on the sidelines.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 1

Dan Campbell: 'We'll Have a Plan' For Micah Parsons

The Detroit Lions are in the early phases of preparing for their Week 1 opponent. Detroit's roster was able to enjoy a couple of days off, but now must turn the page and focus on starting the regular season against two divisional opponents.

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Detroit Lions News / Sporting News / September 1

Dan Campbell reveals plans for Isaac TeSlaa's Week 1 role with Detroit Lions

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell spoke to the media on Monday morning and detailed what the plans are for rookie wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa in the team's regular-season opener on Sunday.

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Which NFL teams have the longest Super Bowl droughts?

No sporting event can match the Super Bowl. It’s the biggest annual event in sports, and frankly, in culture. Television ratings don’t lie on that front.

Detroit Lions News / Sporting News / September 1

Detroit Lions charged with having one of the most overpaid players in the NFL

A Bleacher Report analyst has put together an "All-Overpaid Team" ahead of the 2025 NFL season and one of the Detroit Lions' starters has made the cut.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 1

Five Things That Must Happen For Lions to Win Super Bowl

The Detroit Lions have their sights set on a run to the Super Bowl. While the road to a championship won't be easy, general manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell believe they have a team built to weather the challenges.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / September 1

Lions' weirdest changes could swing them from contenders to disappointments

The Detroit Lions moved on from two key coordinators this offseason, with Ben Johnson leaving for the Chicago Bears' head coach vacancy and Aaron Glenn departing for the New York Jets' head coaching job.

Detroit Lions News / Sporting News / September 1

Lions' peers expect Detroit to fall short of expectations: 'They're not Super Bowl contenders'

The Athletic's Jeff Howe polled NFL coaches and executives on which team would fall short of expectations during the 2025 NFL season and the Detroit Lions were No.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 1

The Lions trading for Micah Parsons feels like a move that Matt Patricia and Bob Quinn would have made

There are a lot of upset Detroit Lions fans out there right now. They're upset because there's a large perception that every team in the NFC North got better this offseason, and their team did not.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 1

Lions Post-Training Camp Salary Cap Update

Final roster cuts are out of the way, and the Detroit Lions have put the finishing touches on their 53-man roster heading into the regular season. As a result, some changes have been made to the financial situation the Lions are in for the upcoming season.

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25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about

As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 1

Breaking down how the Lions can pay Aidan Hutchinson more than Micah Parsons and still be able to pay Jahmyr Gibbs, Jameson Wlliams, and everyone else

It actually happened. The Green Bay Packers went out and made a blockbuster deal that brought them All-Pro edge rusher Micah Parsons. On top of that, they made him the highest-paid edge rusher in all the land with a four-year deal worth $188 million, with $136 million of that guaranteed and an average of $47 million a year.

NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 1

Detroit Lions Are Betting Underdogs to Green Bay Packers

The Detroit Lions open their 2025 NFL season on the road against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeu Field. Dan Campbell's squad are currently 2.5-point betting underdogs against their NFC North division rival, according to DraftKings sportsbook.

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Micah Parsons News / Side Lion Report / September 1

Lions beat reporter confirms fans' worst fears after Micah Parsons trade

On Thursday, the Green Bay Packers went against their typical mode by acquiring edge rusher Micah Parsons from the Dallas Cowboys. They gave up two first-round picks and defensive tackle Kenny Clark in the trade, and they've also given Parsons a four-year, $188 million contract.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 31

Lions LB Jack Campbell Looks to Lead, Help Team Get Off to Fast Start

Jack Campbell is embarking upon a pivotal stretch of his young career with the Detroit Lions. Entering his third season, the 2023 first-round pick isn’t just being asked to hold down his role as a physical, versatile linebacker.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 31

Roundtable: Where Do Lions Need to Add Depth?

1.) What do you like about the Detroit Lions’ roster? Christian Booher: I think the Lions have some serious strengths on their roster. Particularly, I think it's a veteran group, which wasn't the case just two years ago.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / August 31

Lions quietly landed another soaring WR they can't afford to lose

The Detroit Lions enjoyed plenty of impressive performances during the preseason, but it's safe to say the biggest waves were made at wide receiver. Normally, it would be common to see one breakout performance at the spot.

Dan Campbell News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 31

Lions' Dan Campbell: You Adapt Quickly or Don't Survive

For Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell, culture isn’t just a buzzword – it’s the very essence of everything his team stands for. Entering another pivotal campaign, Campbell continues to emphasize that the Lions’ foundation of grit, toughness and accountability is what has propelled the franchise forward, and is what will sustain them.

Micah Parsons News / Yardbarker / August 31

NFL Week 1 underdog report: The Micah Parsons effect

Who would have imagined that Pro Bowl linebacker Micah Parsons would start Week 1 of the 2025 season with the Green Bay Packers and not the Dallas Cowboys? We think the move could change the fortunes of two underdog teams.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 31

Lions Rookie OL Shares It's 'Back to Work'

Detroit Lions rookie offensive lineman Miles Frazier is currently on the team's Physically Unable to Perform List. The fifth-round draft pick must miss the team's first four regular season games to start the 2025 season.

Terrion Arnold News / Side Lion Report / August 30

ESPN analyst says Terrion Arnold can make or break the Lions' season

Terrion Arnold is set to be the Detroit Lions' CB1 this season as the team looks to become just as formidable as they were to begin their 2024 campaign.

Detroit Lions News / Stadium Rant / August 28

Will Jahmyr Gibbs Finish As The RB1 In Fantasy Football This Season?

Seems like every year, a new player emerges as the best in fantasy football. Rarely does the highest-scoring player in fantasy give the same return on investment in the following year.

Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / August 28

Lions GM shares huge update on Hutchinson contract talks

Lions GM shares huge update on Aidan Hutchinson contract talks

Lions general manager Brad Holmes indicated that he doesn't plan for Aidan Hutchinson to play on the fifth-year option for 2026 attached to his rookie deal.

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Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 28

Lions Have Not Had Recent Talks With Free Agent DE Za’Darius Smith

Per Colton Pouncy of The Athletic, Lions GM Brad Holmes said they have not had contract talks with free agent DE Za’Darius Smith recently. Smith has openly said he wants to return to the Lions, but was due $10 million, which Detroit needed to address other roster positions. Smith, 32, is a former fourth-round pick of the Ravens back in 2015.