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Sunday, September 6, 2026
The Lions cannot afford to give too much leeway at these 3 positions

Detroit needs to have a short leash at these positions headed into the year.

3 Saints players the Lions cannot underestimate in Week 1

Detroit shouldn't discount New Orleans' ability to be game wreckers this season.

Why the Lions still have only 51 players rostered with only days left until Week 1

Detroit is likely keeping some flexibility open to bring back these two players.

Detroit Lions front-loaded with youth for 2026 NFL season

The Detroit Lions have one of the NFL's youngest rosters in 2026, aiming for cost efficiency, moldability, and future trade value.

Predicting NFC North's Week 1 results ahead of Lions' kickoff

Detroit should be leaving Week 1 with a win...but then again, so should most of the NFC North.

Discussion: What are you most looking forward to seeing in Lions vs. Saints?

We’re officially just a week away from the Detroit Lions’ season opener against the New Orleans Saints. Our long wait is almost over, and it will be a joy just to have the NFL back in our lives....

NFC North: 2026 season preview

Tim Twentyman takes a look at where all four teams in the NFC North stand heading into the 2026 NFL season.

A Cap Crunch Necessitates Creative Accounting for Brad Holmes & Detroit Lions

Detroit Lions face a $3 million cap deficit as Brad Holmes weighs restructuring Jared Goff's contract to resolve salary issues before the 2026 season begins.

Lions' cap woes could be resolved through minor moves (with long-term implications)

Detroit is projected to be over the cap by the time the new season officially begins.

Saturday, September 5, 2026
Latest mock trade takes Brad Holmes to where he'd never go for a CB2 upgrade

Brad Holmes is apparently good with the current state of the Detroit Lions' cornerback room, but even if he wasn't this isn't happening.

Lions have to walk a careful line with new-look defensive line

Over-reliance on their strengths could end up biting the Lions.

Most obvious X factor for Lions could have huge impact Brad Holmes' offseason grade

With injuries thinning the Detroit Lions secondary, Rock Ya‑Sin becomes a crucial X‑factor in 2026, expected to stabilize the cornerback room and deliver reliable production consistently.

The Lions' Week 2 matchup against the Bills just got a lot scarier

Detroit might need to be extra careful to leave Buffalo without injuries.

Discussion: Which Detroit Lions player is under the most pressure in 2026?

Earlier this week, ESPN put out a list of the players and coaches most under pressure for the 2026 NFL season. No Detroit Lions made their list, but it certainly got me thinking. This season is a...

Daily DLP: Talking Lions injuries, outlook with Dr. Jimmy Liao

Dr. Jimmy Liao joins the Daily DLP to discuss the Detroit Lions injury situations to start the regular season and outlook for several key players

Lions Face Immediate Cap Compliance Hurdle While Secondary Depth Faces Crucible Test

Over The Cap projects the Lions about $3 million over the cap once every contract counts Monday; safeties Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph open the year on PUP.

4 Lions practice squad members that could get called up sooner than expected

Detroit is going to need their depth additions on the PS to step up in a pinch.

Friday, September 4, 2026
Best Detroit Lions content of the week: The joy of being Jameson Williams

It wasn’t always sunshine for Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams since entering the NFL. Coming off an electric final collegiate season where Williams would tear his ACL in the National...

5 Lions with the most to prove in Week 1 against the Saints

We’re just over a week away from the start of a critical season for the Detroit Lions.

These 3 moves could shake up Lions' roster before bye week

Detroit might need to move quickly following their first 5 games of the season.

Predicting Lions starters on both sides of the field ahead of Saints game

Detroit is likely to experience some more change at key positions throughout the start of the season.

Lions might have a major problem on defense if one DB struggles again

This one defensive back could be a big problem for the Lions in 2026.

Lions' Jack Campbell was 'born to be a middle linebacker'

Jack Campbell’s instincts, physicality, and leadership make him the perfect fit at middle linebacker, showing why Detroit’s first‑round pick was truly born to command the Lions’ defense.

Bold Steelers-Lions trade prediction sees blockbuster player for pick swap

The Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers have been boldly predicted to pull off a blockbuster trade before Week 1.

LIONS DAILY: Detroit wanted more juice up front. Two rookies answered the call
New top-100 all-time QB ranking has Jared Goff in elite company

Jared Goff, Matthew Stafford, Bobby Layne, and numerous other Lions make NFL Throwback's top-100 QBs ever list.

Inside the Grit Index: 8 NFL Draft prospects to watch in Week 1

It’s Week 1 of the college football season, which means it is time to start tracking which 2027 NFL Draft prospects could be the best fits for the Detroit Lions. Unlike most NFL Draft-centric...

Pair of Lions veterans will play a vital role patching key injury holes in 2026

PFF thinks Avonte Maddox and Juice Scruggs will play a vital role for the Detroit Lions in filling injury holes during the 2026 season on both sides of the ball.

The Detroit Lions may be over the salary cap by next week

When the NFL shifts from the offseason to the regular season, the accounting for the salary cap changes—and it can have a dramatic impact on where a team’s standing is when it comes to cap...

Bish & Brown: Lions 53-Man Roster Review – Detroit Lions Podcast

Bish and Brown break down Detroit's 53-man roster, Juice Scruggs at center, and Jacob Saylors as RB2 while Isiah Pacheco sits on injured reserve.

What uniform combination should the Lions go with against the Saints?

We are nearly there. After the coming weekend, we will officially be into Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. For the Detroit Lions, that means hosting the New Orleans Saints back in the friendly...

The Running Back Room in Flux

Detroit Lions place Isiah Pacheco on injured reserve, elevating Saylors to backup while rookie Blake Miller starts at right tackle for Week 1 opener.

Thursday, September 3, 2026
Lions put winning streak on the line vs. CFL-best Alouettes

The BC Lions have overcome a shaky start and look to notch their sixth consecutive victory when they visit the Montreal Alouettes on Friday night.,It

The fair, unfair criticism of the Detroit Lions’ handling of Terrion Arnold

In case you somehow didn’t already know, Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes and assistant general manager Ray Agnew spoke with the media Wednesday following the conclusion of training camp...

Detroit Lions rookie Derrick Moore among 6 jersey number changes

When NFL teams cut their roster down from 90 to 53 players, it frees up a bunch of jersey numbers, and we often see a bunch of players change their numbers before the season begins. That’s exactly...

3 running backs not named Kareem Hunt that the Lions should consider pursuing

With Pacheco out for at least the first four games, the Lions have their options at RB in free agency.

Jared Goff has one area he still has to clean up to rise in quarterback ranking

If Lions quarterback Jared Goff is ever going to really rise in any outlet's quarterback ranking, the area he has to clean up remains a thing until shown otherwise.

3 NFC North quarterbacks seem primed for a dominant season after latest ranking

All but one NFC North quarterback have made it to a pretty decent tier on FanSided's quarterback ranking.

Rock Ya-Sin's success could make or break the Lions’ secondary

The Detroit Lions have spent this offseason looking for answers at cornerback opposite D.J. Reed, and Rock Ya-Sin looks like the best one.

Jameson Williams' hype is already hitting a new gear ahead of 2026 Lions season

Jameson Williams has been predicted to lead the Detroit Lions in 2026 according to a bold projection from ESPN reporter Dan Graziano.

6 Lions named to NFL Top 100 list

Running back Jahmyr Gibbs headlines group of six Detroit Lions voted into 2026 NFL Top 100.

Predicting Lions' schedule before bye week amid multiple IR stints

Detroit could go on quite the tear despite missing some key players to begin the year.

LIONS DAILY: Detroit opens two roster spots, waiving Jabari Small and Seth McLaughlin
5 Detroit Lions games that will have fans on edge of their seats

Time to grab your popcorn for these five Detroit Lions games.

Breaking down Brad Holmes presser and more Lions roster moves – Detroit Lions Podcast

The Daily DLP breaks down key points from the Brad Holmes and Ray Agnew press conference, as well as analyzing the most recent Lions roster moves

2026 Detroit Lions roster comparison: Are they deeper than last year?

One of the biggest problems the Detroit Lions have run into in the past few years is injuries. Detroit has had terrible luck in that department, being one of the most injured teams in football for...

GM Brad Holmes Stands Firm on Cornerback Depth While Extension Talks Resume for Branch and LaPorta

Brad Holmes confirms extension talks for Brian Branch and Sam LaPorta resume despite injuries while defending cornerback depth after releasing Terrion Arnold.

One down year from the Lions has NFL executives scrambling to declare them average

The Athletic asked six NFL executives to rank the NFC, and each had the Lions on the playoff bubble.

Lions vs. Jets tickets 2026: See the latest prices, seats, start time to Week 3 NFL game

The Lions host the Jets in Week 3 of NFL action. Here's how to score tickets to the matchup with the latest prices and seats to the game in Detroit.

Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Ford Field food options: What the Detroit Lions are offering in 2026

On Wednesday, the Detroit Lions unveiled their new food offerings during games at Ford Field. Their focus this year was on three goals: I was lucky enough to attend this unveiling, and I tried...

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