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Micah Parsons gives Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs MASSIVE compliment
The NFL Top 100 list for 2026 is nearing its end. It’s not a list I care too much about because I know most players who are polled for this list don’t take it too seriously. That said, I do enjoy the videos they put out for each selection in the top-100. It offers some […]
Detroit Lions film study: We don’t shoot gaps here
Dan Campbell was asked Tuesday whether the Detroit Lions would be “shooting gaps” more often with lighter personnel and more nickel looks. His answer was emphatic. “No, no no, we don’t shoot gaps. Yeah, we don’t shoot gaps here.” That might sound surprising after the first two preseason games. Indeed, Detroit has shown signs of […]
Which Lions QB is the favorite for the backup job heading into the preseason finale?
Throughout the offseason, SB Nation will host NFL fan surveys, sponsored by FanDuel Sportsbook. For Pride of Detroit, we are tasked with fielding questions from Detroit Lions fans, and this week’s question focuses on which reserve quarterback is the favorite to win the QB2 job heading into this Saturday’s preseason finale against the Indianapolis Colts. When […]
Detroit Lions host RB Kareem Hunt, try out two cornerbacks
In one of the more fascinating visits to Allen Park, the Detroit Lions hosted former Pro Bowl running Kareem Hunt at the team facility on Tuesday, per the NFL transaction list. Hunt was a third-round pick in 2017 and immediately put together an impressive rookie season with the Kansas City Chiefs, rushing for 1,327 yards, […]
Detroit Lions training camp Day 17 observations: Takeaways from each drill
Entering the Detroit Lions’ final week of training camp, practices are more important than ever. It’s one of the final opportunities for the starters to build chemistry and shake rust. And for the rest of the crew, it’s a chance to leave a lasting impression. Here’s what I noticed from a lengthy Day 17 of […]
Lions injury news: Sam LaPorta returns, Detroit short on safeties
As the Detroit Lions returned to the practice field for the first time in nearly a week, there were a lot of new developments when it comes to the team’s injury situation. Let’s get into it. Returned to practice: The headline is Sam LaPorta returning to practice after suffering a hip injury last week. Last […]
Detroit Lions sign C Gus Hartwig; Damone Clark to IR
The Detroit Lions have just three training camp practices and one preseason game remaining in their offseason before they need to make final cuts on Sunday. On Tuesday, they announced they signed center Gus Hartwig to their 90-man roster and placed veteran linebacker Damone Clark on injured reserve. Hartwig was a 48-game starter at Purdue, […]
Detroit Lions injury updates: Veteran LB out ‘indefinitely’
As the Detroit Lions kick off their final week of training camp, coach Dan Campbell kicked off Tuesday afternoon with an injury update on two players who have missed some time as of late: linebacker Damone Clark and safety Thomas Harper. Clark has been out of practice for several weeks now, and Campbell shared the […]
Detroit Lions roster bubble predictions: Big decision coming at linebacker
We’re less than a week away from NFL roster cuts, and the Detroit Lions defense is starting to separate the wheat from the chaff. Don’t get me wrong, there are still positions up for grabs and players who can make a final push for the roster. But every week our staff has been making 53-man […]
UPDATE: Detroit Lions new 2026 ‘Rivalries’ uniform leaked
The long-awaited Detroit Lions “Rivalries” uniform is scheduled to be unveiled on Tuesday, Aug. 25. But it looks like Fox News may have leaked them before any team had a chance to announce them. In a post featuring an image straight from Fanatics, the news website revealed jerseys from all eight teams (every team from […]
Detroit Lions film breakdown: Rookies Derrick Moore, Skyler Gill-Howard bolster run defense
When asked what he needs to see in the preseason to feel good about the 2026 season, Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell said this: “I want to know that we can run the football. I want to know we can stop the run. And I want to know that we’re ready for situational football. Probably […]
Discussion: Which Detroit Lions player needs a final training camp push the most?
Detroit Lions training camp is nearly over. This week—from Tuesday to Thursday—the Lions will take part in the three final practices of 2026 training camp. It’s the final opportunity for players on the roster bubble to make their case for the 53-man roster in the lead-up to the preseason finale on Saturday afternoon. Roster cuts […]
Detroit Lions place 2 players on IR; sign injury replacements
In a pair of roster moves from Monday afternoon following their preseason win over the Washington Commanders, the Detroit Lions have placed two players on the Reserve/Injured list: running back Raheem Blackshear and wide receiver Cedrick Wilson. In response to those moves and to fill out their 90-man roster for the rest of training camp, […]
Report: Detroit Lions to sign rookie RB Roydell Williams
The Detroit Lions running back room has been hit hard by the injury bug, and according to NFL Insider Jordan Schultz, the team is reportedly signing UDFA rookie Roydell Williams to help support the room during the final week of training camp. Williams began his college career at Alabama, where he played four seasons as […]
Detroit Lions among teams most likely to improve in 2026, per ESPN
After the Detroit Lions’ 2025 disappointing season—a playoff-less 9-8 year—analysts have gone one of two ways with the future in Detroit. Some believe their Super Bowl window is closing or closed. Others believe it was a temporary step back, and they’ll be back in contention in 2026. Well, you can count ESPN’s Bill Barnwell as […]
Detroit Lions roster bubble watch: Jackson Meeks, Luke Altmyer make a late move
Quarterback: After a disastrous start to preseason Game 2, Josh Dobbs drops three votes in our weekly Bubble Watch votes. While Dobbs did rebound nicely and led Detroit on two touchdown drives against the Commanders, it’s hard to look past two preventable turnovers. Altmyer had a quiet, but solid day. Though he only led one […]
Lions preseason film breakdown: Juice Scruggs makes case for starting role
The Detroit Lions need someone to reliably hold down the center position until starter Cade Mays recovers from his wrist injury. Juice Scruggs made his case on Saturday afternoon against the Washington Commanders in the Lions’ second game of the 2026 preseason. Despite some promising play from Seth McLaughlin in training camp, the competition may […]
5 key stats from Detroit Lions’ preseason win over Washington Commanders
The Detroit Lions got their first win of the 2026 preseason, defeating the Washington Commanders at Ford Field, 17-13. Detroit’s defense was particularly impressive, limiting Washington’s offense to just 35 rushing yards across 17 carries, and surrendering just nine first downs over 45 plays run on offense. As we’ll do every week throughout the season […]
Discussion: Which Detroit Lions position group has the most uncertainty?
With one preseason game left to play, the Detroit Lions will soon shift their attention towards the regular season and their initial 53-man roster. We have received some clarity on certain position battles, while others remain fiercely close. However, most of these position battles are for reserve spots, not starting positions. Part of what makes […]
Lions DT Skyler Gill-Howard is clicking but still not happy with 1 part of his game
If you look at any standouts, stock-ups, or winners from the Detroit Lions’ preseason win over the Washington Commanders, that list is almost certainly going to have rookie defensive tackle Skyler Gill-Howard. While he didn’t show up much on the box score—one tackle for loss and one QB hit—he was clearly disruptive to anyone who […]
Detroit Lions stock report: Risers, fallers at every position vs. Commanders
The Detroit Lions’ second preseason game of the 2026 season is in the books, and it’s time to check in on the players who helped or hurt their stock against the Washington Commanders. Attendance The Lions rested 17 players (including 10 starters), along with three others on injury lists (PUP/NFI). Let’s take a quick look at the […]
What Lions vs. Commanders snap counts tell us about Detroit’s roster
How the Detroit Lions utilize their players in the preseason can often tell us a lot about their intentions when it comes to next week’s roster cuts. It’s not only how much you play, but what order the players take the field, and you can never forget special teams. So let’s take a closer look […]
5 Detroit Lions who hurt their roster chances vs. Washington Commanders
Even though the stakes of a preseason game are low, a win feels good nonetheless. The Detroit Lions defeated the Washington Commanders in their second preseason game with a modest 17-13 score line. There has been promise on both sides of the ball, but an equal number of questions still up in the air. A […]
Discussion: What was the most promising part of the Lions’ win over the Commanders?
The Detroit Lions defeated the Washington Commanders 17-13 on Saturday afternoon in their second preseason game of 2026. Obviously, the final score of the game matters little, but there were certainly developments during the game that were positive and negative. We’ll cover plenty of both over the next few days as we break down the […]
Detroit Lions injury updates: Sione Vaki, Jabari Small, Cedrick Wilson
The Detroit Lions suffered a few injuries during their game against the Washington Commanders, and it was mixed news for the entire crew. Let’s break them down one by one. RB Sione Vaki Vaki was a surprise scratch from Saturday’s game, but Lions coach Dan Campbell assured the media that the third-year running back is […]
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