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Locker room buzz: St. Brown on trolling shirt, Joseph's TD, Branch's ejection and former teammate shares what Lions would be getting in Za'Darius Smith

Rapid rewind: Lions play poised in steady rain, overcome Branch ejection, to pummel sloppy Packers

Game day: How to watch and 3 things to watch for Lions vs. Packers

DFN Lions Mailbag: Trade talk, a little more trade talk and a draft question, for good measure

5 thoughts to end the week as Lions set to battle Packers

What the Lions are saying about rookie class development and contributions beyond Terrion Arnold

It took 13 seasons, but Wisconsin native Kevin Zeitler ready for Lambeau debut

Coordinator recap: How Jacobs has impacted Packers, Fipp embarrassed, and attitude matters more than scoring marks

Pressers and scrums: Jamo 'worth hanging with,' Campbell's Packers prediction and Martin returns to practice

How 2024 Packers are different, improved after falling just shy of last season's NFC Championship

Report: Detroit police investigating why Lions' Williams avoided arrest for gun

Lions film review: Ben Johnson's red zone wizardry and more thoughts on offense after blowout win over Titans

Lions film review: Evaluating the ups and downs of the defense vs. the Titans

Monday recap: More trade talk, youngsters getting rare but valuable reps, and some praise for Fipp

Three and out: More than usual to tighten up after blowout and a solid debut merits more opportunity

Locker room buzz: Raymond's big day, unlikely TD tosses, punchout jealousy and a meaningful debut

Rapid Rewind: Lions obliterate Titans behind takeaways, big returns and fourth 50-point game in franchise history

Game day: How to watch and 3 things to watch for Lions vs. Titans

DFN Mailbag: Lack of rookie impact, which IR players can help, TE usage and, as always, some trade talk

8 thoughts to end the week as Lions prepare to play the Titans

Fueled by faith, inspired by teammate going through same rehab, Lions' Moseley roaring toward return to action

Exploring a dozen (mostly) realistic pass-rushing trade targets for the Detroit Lions

Coordinator recap: Defense fixes 2023 woe, vote of confidence for Bates and UDFA popping in practice

Pressers and scrums: Trap games, Moseley on path to return and Lions won't react to flurry of trades

Lions prepared either way with Jameson Williams' suspension on hold pending decision to appeal

After offseason overhaul to coaching staff and roster, 2024 Titans look nothing like last meeting with Lions

Lions film review: Breaking down Jared Goff performance that has national media swooning

Lions film review: Who stepped up and where the defense needs work after first post-Hutchinson performance

Lions' Williams gets in own way again with reported suspension for violating league's performance-enhancing substance policy

Campbell recap: On needing more edge rush, Christie's criticism and Montgomery avoiding serious injury

Three and Out: Goff's MVP candidacy, Lions' pass rush could both use more

Locker room buzz: What the Lions were saying after beating the undefeated Vikings

Rapid Rewind: Lions avoid disaster behind Jake Bates' game-winning kick, taking control of the NFC North

Game day: How to watch and 3 things to watch for Lions vs. Vikings

Current Lions doing things not seen since 1962: Looking back at one of the great what-if teams in franchise history

Seven thoughts to end the week ahead of Lions trip to Minnesota

How Lions' top weapons battle ebbs and flows of weekly production

Coordinator recap: How appreciation for Saints defensive scheme fueled Lions to find their talented safety tandem

How Myles Garrett and Trey Hendrickson helped shape Lions DE Isaiah Thomas' approach and playing style

Pressers and scrums: Lions prepping for aggressive Vikings defense, McNeill surprised by extension timing and first injury report of the week

Projected to finish last in division, how the Vikings retooled after 2023 finale vs. Lions and surged to 5-0 start

Detroit Lions running out of players to extend after awarding Alim McNeill deal that runs through 2028

Everything you need to know about edge rusher Lions poached off Bengals' practice squad

Lions film review: Takeaways from 9 consecutive drives ending in points

All options on the table, but Lions won't be hurried into overreacting to Hutchinson injury

Three and Out: Lions shouldn't stand pat after Hutchinson injury and Sunday's ruthlessness should be added to identity

Locker room buzz: Reactions to Hutchinson injury, emptying the clip in revenge game, playmaking o-linemen and safeties proclaim they're NFL's best

Rapid Rewind: Lions obliterate Cowboys, but lose star edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson to serious leg injury

Aidan Hutchinson suffers gruesome leg injury in second half against Cowboys

Game day: How to watch and 3 things to watch for Lions vs. Cowboys

With Montgomery extension, Lions prove once again highly productive, culture-setters will be rewarded

DFN Mailbag: Importance of Cowboys game, Martin's potential role, Mahogany's roster odds and more

10 thoughts to end the week as Lions set to face Cowboys

Coordinator recap: Glenn out on practicing in oven mitts; Johnson won't game plan around completion record

Now is the time for Nowaske? Lions young LB makes strong impression with first defensive snaps

What's new about Dallas Cowboys since 2023 matchup with Detroit Lions?

Pressers and Scrums: Joseph making middle of the field a scary place; Mahogany returns to practice

Campbell recap: Barnes likely done for season, excitement for Cowboys rematch and reflections on opponents struggling after playing Lions

A deep dive into stats defining Lions' 3-1 start at the bye

Lions lose another legend with passing of former QB Greg Landry

Explaining how the Detroit Lions select their game day uniforms

Detroit Lions film review: Is concern about defense merited after letdown outing vs. Seattle?

DFN Podcast: Bye week check-in on the offense and defense, plus a bonus mailbag

Lions film review: The anatomy of Jared Goff's perfect day vs. Seattle

Monday recap: Nearly four decades after quitting baseball, Lions' coach Campbell gets his walk-off moment

Three and Out: Offense finally gets act together and the remarkable turnaround of sentiment toward ownership

Locker room buzz: Montgomery and Jamo wow, 'Alcatraz' play call finally hits and Davis vents about officiating

Rapid Rewind: Offense explodes for 42 points as Lions snap six-game losing streak against Seahawks

Game day: How to watch and 3 things to watch for Lions vs. Seahawks

DFN Mailbag: Monday's biggest challenge, explaining concussion protocol, trade talk and bye week routines

Seven thoughts to end the week as Lions prepare to battle the Seahawks

Pressers and scrums: Ragnow not expected to be down long and Lions pleased with CB depth

Love, laugh, smash: Lions running backs forge strong bond through ability to relentlessly poke fun at each other

Coordinator recap: Opponents adjusting to Jamo, punt return close to breaking out and ongoing search for an identity

DFN Podcast: Seattle Times reporter Bob Condotta and Lions tight end Parker Hesse join the show

Pressers and scrums: Ragnow ruled out, Robinson promoted and 2023 Ravens tape of little help in Seahawks prep

What's new with Seattle Seahawks since last matchup with Detroit Lions

Lions film review: How Detroit's defense shut down Cardinals after game-opening TD drive

Tuesday recap: Barnes heads to IR, Patrick earns promotion, Reader moves past 'baby giraffe' stages

Lions film review: How the ground game got going, Goff's decision-making and what went wrong in the second half

How the Lions can survive losses of Marcus Davenport and Derrick Barnes

Three and out: Lions' defense looks legit, but injuries will challenge sustainability

DFN Podcast: Recapping Lions' win over the Cardinals

Locker room buzz: How Lions approached getting back on brand and optimism amidst slew of injuries

Rapid rewind: Lions start fast, lean on defense in bounce-back victory over Cardinals

Game day: How to watch and things to watch for Lions at Cardinals

DFN Mailbag: Defensive personnel, mobile QB issues and what's with the rusty offense?

10 thoughts to end the week as Lions prepare to battle the Cardinals

Hopping off Harvard's pre-med track, Lions' Smith dreaming of lengthy NFL career

Coordinator recap: Offensive silver linings, Arnold's adjustment, a vote against using spy and more

Lions' Hutchinson reveals process for improvement while embracing pursuit of rewriting record book

DFN Podcast: Cardinals play-by-play Dave Pasch and Levi Onwuzurike join the show

Pressers and scrums: Unlocking Gibbs' receiving potential, another problematic Baker and new injury up front

What's new with Arizona Cardinals since last matchup with Detroit Lions?

Lions film review: Diagnosing red zone woes and where is Sam LaPorta?

Lions film review: Hutchinson's sack parade, Arnold and Davis' outings and Reader's debut

Pressers and scrums: Campbell says Lions are 'so close,' gives injury update on key starters and says there's a role for Patrick going forward

Three and Out: Meeting a mantra, Hutchinson's breakout and a test of depth

DFN Podcast: Rapid reactions and analysis from the Lions' loss to the Buccaneers

Locker room buzz: Campbell shoulders loss, Reader feels good, LaPorta's time coming and Bucs marvel about Hutchinson

Lions repeatedly sputter in red zone in narrow loss to Buccaneers

Game day: How to watch and things to watch as Lions battle Buccaneers

Tim Patrick, come on down! Veteran WR to be elevated off Lions' practice squad for Week 2

DFN Mailbag: Trading Hooker, Davenport doom and gloom and future Super Bowl halftime acts

8 thoughts to end the week: Barnes' evolving role, slippery home turf and expectations for St. Brown

The Detroit Football Network Podcast

Back in the saddle: Lions LB Malcolm Rodriguez returns to defensive role

Lions Hall of Famer Joe Schmidt passes away

Coordinator check-in: Carlton Davis III wows Glenn with passionate scouting report

Welcome to Episode 1 of the Detroit Football Network Podcast

Locker room recap: Davis on facing former team, Hutchinson talks mental growth and Reader details rehab ahead of debut

Pressers recap: Lions struggle to find comps for RB duo; d-line workloads and Peko added to roster

How 2024 Buccaneers are different than team the Lions beat twice last season

Lions film review: Pass rush's potential, St. Brown's quiet night and thoughts on revamped secondary

Pressers and scrums: Defense aiming for fear through violence; slippery field not a concern

Three-and-out: With so much meat left on the bone, expectations rise for Detroit's defense

Locker room buzz on Montgomery's heroics, Williams matching hype, Branch's struggles and Arnold's DPIs

Lions fend off Rams' second-half rally behind late Bates field goal, Montgomery's dominant overtime effort

Game day: How to watch and things to watch as Lions open season vs. Rams

Lions add two DTs to Week 1 roster options, hinting at delayed debut for DJ Reader

Developmental déjà vu: Lions QB Hooker finds confidence with experience, same as he did at Tennessee

DFN Mailbag: Lions' 53rd roster spot, Hutchinson extension and reasons to believe in revamped secondary

How QB Jake Fromm went 2 weeks without a team rep to winning a practice squad job in Detroit

Pressers and scrums: Gibbs learns from touching hot stove, Reader questionable and some love for Corum

After initial bet fails to cash in, Lions placing fresh wagers on accomplished vets Robinson, Patrick

Establishing bold, but realistic over/under marks for 2024 Detroit Lions

Grit led Loren Strickland to Detroit and grit earned the UDFA safety a roster spot

Coordinator recap: Loftiest of expectations for Hutchinson, why Lions are betting on Bates and more

Projecting what an Alim McNeill extension could look like for Detroit Lions

Campbell recap: On Jackson's ability to reveal secrets, Reader's Week 1 chances and commercial feedback

Through OC Johnson's hard coaching, Lions' rookie Williams learned 'the standard' that led to roster spot

Scrums, no presser: Goff on offense's evolution, Gibbs hypes Jamo and Campbell flexes acting chops in new ad

Lions' rookie Mahogany finding ways to contribute after lengthy battle with mono

'Pre-practice menace': Jameson Williams' altered approach has him primed for a breakout

Pressers and scrums: Open roster spot, halting Super Bowl talk, captain named and Melifonwu's status

How the 2024 Rams are different than team Lions beat in last year's playoffs

Burning Questions, Part II: Can Detroit Lions' offense remain among league's best?

Burning Questions: What must Lions answer to maximize defensive potential in 2024?

DFN Mailbag: Jamo's ceiling, Bates' range, the risk-reward with Joseph and best press box dining

Full recap of Brad Holmes' press conference: Backup QB decisions, WR depth, McNeill contract status and more

Film review: What are the Lions getting in WR Tim Patrick?

Lions announce 15 practice squad additions, including WRs Robinson and Patrick

Lions bring back familiar face, claiming LB Nowaske to fill roster spot No. 53; no Lions' cuts claimed

6 immediate reactions to Detroit Lions' 52, yes, 52-man roster

Detroit Lions' 53-man roster only has 52 players after cutdown announcement

Some thoughts on Lions' first batch of reported cuts, including WR Donovan Peoples-Jones

Presser, no scrum: Campbell offers positive injury updates; explains why team is OK without big-bodied WR

Lions film review: Taking a deeper look at Hendon Hooker's preseason finale

Lions' DJ Reader activated off PUP list

Final 53-man roster projection after Detroit Lions' preseason finale

Pressers and scrums: The curious case of James Houston, plus injury updates for Sewell, Reynolds and Melifonwu

Stock report: A backup QB you wouldn't expect impresses, big-bodied WRs fall flat

Rapid reactions to Lions' preseason finale

Bubble watch: 8 Lions who could be battling for their roster lives in preseason finale

Lions' Manu hoped to scale Everest in first offseason, but quickly realized he needed to learn to walk before he could climb

Uncomfortable being comfortable: How Lions' Kyle Peko navigated hardship and found unusual stability in ninth season

Pressers and scrums: Dan Campbell shares how he's improved and which safety is Brian Branch studying?

Lions camp observations: Defense, led by front, starts and finishes in dominant fashion during camp-ending scrimmage

Optimistic update after Penei Sewell suffers foot injury in practice: 'He's good'

Here are the contenders for the six(ish) roster spots Lions say are up for grabs

Pressers and scrums: Lions' Campbell clarifies Raymond is team's No. 3 receiver

Lions camp observations: Reynolds breaks big run and secondary getting healthier

Nature and nurture: Lions' Reader influenced by grandpa who played in Negro Leagues, parents who instilled spirit of giving back

Lions film review: Breaking down WRs fighting for jobs out of KC game

53-man roster projection 2.0 following Detroit Lions' preseason game in Kansas City

Lions stock report: Hooker, Vaki and Williams surging out of second preseason game

5 rapid reactions from Lions' preseason victory in Kansas City

QB Hooker leads Lions' come-from-behind win over Chiefs as Bates hits game-winning FG as time expires

One Lions player at every position to watch in preseason matchup vs. Chiefs

Rookie RB Vaki comfortable in space, focused on being better with 'dirty runs'

After grueling rookie season, Lions' Jack Campbell looks primed to take next step

Lions camp observations: Goff shows impressive anticipation and touch; Vildor takes advantage of depleted secondary

Pressers and scrums: No one wants Hendon Hooker to slide more than mom

Aggressive, smart Eguakun trying to also prove versatility in chase for a roster spot

Former Lions WR Golden Tate feels like a rookie again as he embarks on broadcast career

Rare athleticism for position gives Hogan Hatten shot to win Lions' long snapper job

Pressers and scrums: Lions still waiting for WR3 emerge; Barry looking slim after health scare

Lions camp observations: Brandon Joseph's pick streak reaches three; injury woes mount

Lions add QB Fromm, waive injured WR Greene

After recent struggles, Lions kicker Bates looking for long makes to get him back on track

Lions camp observations: Jameson Williams battling case of drops; Bates drills 64-yarder

Pressers and scrums: Lions weighing adding another QB to the roster; Onwuzurike breaks silence

Upon further review: What All-22 tape from Lions-Giants game revealed

Updated 53-man roster projection after Detroit Lions' preseason opener

Pressers and scrums: Injury updates, Hooker's need to run smarter and Raymond's message to UDFA Williams

Stock report: Lions UDFAs make some noise in preseason opener

Live updates: Lions lose preseason opener, QB Hooker to injury

A primer for the NFL's new kickoff rule ahead of Lions' preseason opener

Six roster thoughts following Lions' joint practices with the Giants

Pressers and scrums: The unappreciated joy of a distraction-free training camp

Lions joint practice observations: Cooler heads prevail until late melee; offense rebounds with turnover-free day

Lions get good news on Zeitler, Arnold, but lose Moseley to another long-term injury

Pressers and scrums: There's no such thing as too many reps for Hendon Hooker

Lions camp observations: Temperature, tempers run hot first day of joint practices

Two projected starters for the Lions exit with potential injuries during first joint practice

One Lions player at every position worth watching during joint practices

Street to compete: Lions have no choice but to throw incoming vets into the fire

2024 Detroit Lions schedule

Pressers and scrums: CB Davis loving how hard Lions' pass-catchers are pushing him

Lions camp observations: Offense, defense both deliver big plays in scrimmage; Bates struggles

With firm grasp on the scheme, Lions' Betts shifting focus to higher-level thinking in new defensive role

Pressers and scrums: OC Ben Johnson offers insight on WR3 and TE3 competitions

Lions camp observation: Strong finish for defense during dog adoption day in Allen Park

Tub Time: Lions' Skipper talks enforcer mentality, baseball background and aftermath of Dallas reporting fiasco

Pressers and scrums: Onwuzurike hype grows and dialing back Betts after aggressive ramp up

Aiming for early-season debut, Lions' Reader finding ways to make an impact as rehab enters home stretch

Pressers and scrums: Why Dan Campbell has open-door policy with players

Lions camp observations: Cominsky goes down, Barnes pops, Hooker struggles

Former state record hurdler, Lions WR Fountain trying to high-point his way to roster spot

Pressers and scrums: McNeill up next for extension, but don't talk to him about it

Lions camp observations: The beautiful sound of popping pads

After year and a half of talks, Lions and Decker get across finish line with new, 3-year deal

Dislocated finger on throwing hand and a spine made of jelly; Lions QB Hooker getting right ahead of preseason debut

Marcus Davenport sheds locks, not impatience, as he debuts with Lions' starting front four

Pressers and scrums: Kerby Joseph's lofty goal and Branch wishes he played more safety as a rookie

Lions camp observations: Bates has long-distance struggles, team unity remains strong after scuffles

Other side of the equation: Lions' Barnes paying forward Anzalone's investment

Pressers and scrums: Jack Campbell proves swag by poking fun at his lack of swag

Lions camp observations: Reynolds showing no interest ceding No. 3 RB role

Michael Badgley out for the 2024 season; Lions exploring competition for Jake Bates

James Houston is working to solve a problem to get back to being 'The Problem'

Pressers and scrums: A tugboat-sized lectern, Mahogany's absence and checking in on Jake Bates

Lions camp observations: Onwuzurike's early workload encouraging

Pressers and scrums: Campbell's early-career lesson about complacency

Eager to put his face in the fan, Lions' Moseley takes first practice reps at nickel

Lions camp observations: Jameson Williams' yack and rally and flashes of dominance from Aidan Hutchinson

Update: Lions getting healthy in a hurry; only DJ Reader remains on injured list

What I learned from the Lions' practice facility rebranding to Meijer Performance Center

Rounding out our Lions camp preview looking at the defensive storylines

The position battles to watch on offense as the Lions prepare to open training camp

You never forget your first (transaction): Lions add offensive lineman Ike Boettger

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