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• Detroit Lions Bubble Watch, Week 5: Big decisions at DB ahead

There may not be a more muddled position battle for the 2025 Detroit Lions than what is happening in the secondary. Not only have injuries to Khalil Dorsey, Ennis Rakestraw, and Dan Jackson opened up opportunities for other players, but there is so much versatility in that room that it’s hard to figure out how […]...2025
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• Lions Bubble Watch, Week 4: New opportunities open up on defense

The injury bug has officially hit the Detroit Lions defense yet again. In just the past week, the Lions have placed Dan Jackson and Ennis Rakestraw on injured reserve—two players most of us expected to make the team’s 53-man roster. Beyond that, several players still remain on pre-training camp injury lists, including Josh Paschal (NFI), […]...2025
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• Detroit Lions training camp observations: 6 standouts from Day 10

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Some standouts from Detroit Lions’ Monday practice include Tyleik Williams, Marcus Davenport, and Isaac TeSlaa. The Detroit Lions held their first night practice on Day 10 of 2025 training camp in an effort to shake things up a bit and get the players accustomed to a changing schedule. Participation report Ahead of practice, coach Dan Campbel...2025
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• Lions rookie safety Jackson to IR with leg injury
Rookie safety Dan Jackson, the Lions' seventh-round draft pick, is out indefinitely after injuring his leg in Sunday's practice....2025
• Detroit Lions injury update: Ennis Rakestraw will be out for ‘a while’

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Detroit Lions cornerback Ennis Rakestraw is believed to have suffered a long-term injury per Dan Campbell. Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell confirmed the suspected bad news regarding cornerback Ennis Rakestraw’s injury. Per Campbell, Rakestraw is expected to be out for some time. “It’s a shoulder,” Campbell said. “I think it’s going to be a w...2025
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• Detroit Lions place rookie safety on IR, add new cornerback

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The Detroit Lions announced that rookie Dan Jackson has been placed on injured reserve, and they have signed a former Michigan Panthers cornerback. The Detroit Lions announced on Monday evening that they have placed rookie safety Dan Jackson on injured reserve. Jackson suffered a leg injury during Sunday’s practice and did not return. Jacks...2025
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• Lions rookie safety Jackson to IR with leg injury
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• Lions Bubble Watch, Week 3: Rock Ya-Sin changes secondary makeup

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images How did the Detroit Lions’ preseason opener change positional battles on defense? Our staff make some roster predictions. The Detroit Lions defense faces a lot of questions in 2025. And after the Lions’ preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers, not many of them have been answered. However, the emergence of Rock Ya-Sin has provided some ...2025
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• Ennis Rakestraw leaves practice early, Taylor Decker activated

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Ennis Rakestraw continues to struggle with the injury bug. The Detroit Lions started Sunday morning with some good injury news, but by the end of practice, there were a couple more names to add to the injury list. Here’s everything you need to know about the Lions’ injury situation after Day 9 of training camp. Still on injury list: G Miles...2025
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• Lions vs. Chargers snap counts: What usage says about Detroit’s position battles

Scott Galvin-Imagn Images A look at the Detroit Lions’ snap counts vs. the Chargers, and what it may mean for each position battle. Let’s take a closer look at the Detroit Lions’ personnel decisions in their preseason opener against the Los Angeles Chargers. How Detroit used their players can often be a hint as to where position battles currently lie. So I’m going to break down every posi...2025
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• Detroit Lions stock report: Risers, fallers at every position vs. Chargers

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Checking in on every Detroit Lions player’s stock after their Hall of Fame preseason game against the Chargers. The Detroit Lions’ first preseason game of the 2025 season is in the books, and it’s time to check in on the players who helped or hurt their stock against the Chargers. Attendance The Lions rested 28 players (including 26 start...2025
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"We also continue to see safeties making plays at or behind the line of scrimmage, as Branch, Morice Norris, and rookie Dan Jackson all had would-be sacks in this practice."

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• Lions rookie safety Jackson to IR with leg injury
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• Lions Bubble Watch, Week 3: Rock Ya-Sin changes secondary makeup
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• Detroit Lions rookie review: Receivers, safety stand out in HOF Game

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Breaking down every rookie performance from the Detroit Lions’ preseason opener vs. the Chargers. The Hall of Fame Game provided a great opportunity for the Detroit Lions to give their 2025 rookie class some extra experience on the field. In the Thursday night matchup versus the Los Angeles Chargers, several first-year players made strong imp...2025
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• Ennis Rakestraw leaves practice early, Taylor Decker activated
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• Lions-Chargers advanced stats: Protection issues, TeSlaa’s big night

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The Lions’ debut was a dud. That and more in this week’s look at key stats from @Ryan_POD. In Thursday’s Hall of Fame game, marking the return of the NFL to screens and streaming devices alike, the Detroit Lions lost to the Los Angeles Chargers, 34-7. As we’ll do every week throughout the season for this Detroit Lions team, we have some data w...2025
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• 10 positions battles to watch in Lions preseason opener

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Here are 10 jobs that may be on the line during the Detroit Lions’ preseason opener in the Hall of Fame Game. The Detroit Lions don’t have many starting jobs up for grabs this training camp. In fact, they may not have any. But as they open up the preseason on Thursday night with the Hall of Fame Game against the Los Angeles Chargers, several ...2025
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• Inside the Den recap: 6 things we learned about the 2025 Lions draft

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Our favorite parts of the Detroit Lions’ latest “Inside the Den” 2025 NFL Draft episode. On Wednesday night, the Detroit Lions video crew, “One Pride Productions,” dropped their most anticipated video of the year: “Inside the Den.” After taking last year off, the Lions went back to the well of their behind-the-scenes draft series, offering fan...2025
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• Lions-Chargers advanced stats: Protection issues, TeSlaa’s big night
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• Training camp observations Day 7: Superstars shine in red zone, situationals

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Observations from Day 6 of the Detroit Lions’ 2025 training camp include notes on The Detroit Lions welcomed the general public to Allen Park on Monday, as the team once again strapped on their pads and took the field for Day 7 of training camp. Participation Report The Lions continue to cycle players in and out of practice, with some exiting ...2025
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• Training camp observations Day 6: Veteran DL, rookie WRs give fans a show

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Observations from Day 6 of the Detroit Lions’ 2025 training camp include notes on Aidan Hutchinson, Ahmed Hassanein, and Jackson Meeks. The Detroit Lions welcomed season ticket holders to Allen Park on Friday, as the team once again strapped on their pads and took the field for Day 6 of training camp. Participation Report The Lions were able t...2025
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• Day 2 camp observations: Hendon Hooker, Marcus Davenport make most of opportunity

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Observations from Day 2 of the Detroit Lions 2025 training camp include notes on Hendon Hooker, Marcus Davenport, and Grant Stuard. The Detroit Lions held their second practice of 2025 training camp, marking the start of Day 2 of the acclimation phase. An additional 15 minutes were added onto practice on Monday, but the team is very early in i...2025
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• Lions training camp preview: Youth at safety creates competition, depth

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The next installment in our training camp preview series looks at the Detroit Lions’ safety group. In this installment of our Detroit Lions 2025 training camp preview series, we examine the Lions’ safeties, speculate on current and future roles, and discuss how many players from this group could make the 53-man roster. Previous training camp p...2025
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• How Brad Holmes, Dan Campbell rebuilt the Lions roster: Defense and Special Teams

Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images While the Detroit Lions had pieces of a successful offense under head coach Matt Patricia, it was the defense that stood out for all the wrong reasons. The defensive mastermind failed to master anything during his time as head coach, and when time came to rebuild, new general manager Brad Holmes had a lot of work to do to clean up the mess left by Patr...2025
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• Lions open as favorites over Packers in Week 1 showdown

Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images The Lions open the 2025 season as road favorites over the Packers in Week 1. The 2025 NFL regular season schedule was released on Wednesday night, and the Detroit Lions will kick things off at Lambeau Field, where they’ll take on their division rival Green Bay Packers. The Lions and the Packers both made the playoffs in 2024, and each is considered ...2025
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• Detroit Lions 2025 training camp Day 1 observations: Tate Ratledge opens at center

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Observations from Day 1 of the Detroit Lions 2025 training camp include notes on Tate Ratledge, Christian Mahogany, and Ian Kennelly. The Detroit Lions held their first training camp practice of the 2025 season on Sunday, and while most things played out as expected, there were several injury updates and a few surprises on the depth chart. Wi...2025
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• How Brad Holmes, Dan Campbell rebuilt the Lions roster: Defense and Special Teams
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• Detroit Lions rookie minicamp observations: Notes on each draft pick

Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images Breaking down the Detroit Lions’ first rookie minicamp of 2025 and how each draft pick performed. The Detroit Lions rookie class took the field on Friday morning for the first of three rookie minicamp practices. This was the only of the three that will be opened to the media, so I took as detailed notes as I possibly could. Here are my biggest takeaway...2025
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• 5 things to know about Lions 7th-round pick Dominic Lovett

Dale Zanine-Imagn Images A dive deep into everything you should know about Detroit Lions 7th-round pick WR Dominic Lovett. We’ve come to the end of the Detroit Lions’ 2025 draft class when it comes to our “5 things to know” series. Before we get into Lions seventh-round pick Dominic Lovett, make sure you catch up on the series below. Previously: 5 things to know about Tyleik Williams 5 t...2025
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• How did the Detroit Lions’ 2025 draft picks score on the Grit Index?

Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Taking a closer look at the Lions 2025 draft class and how they fit into the Grit Index. The Detroit Lions acquired seven new players in the 2025 NFL Draft, bringing in another batch of youth to help strengthen the roster. Some players will immediately challenge for starting roles, while others will compete for situational/reserve roles...2025
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• 2025 Detroit Lions draft class: List, analysis of all 7 picks

Kirby Lee-Imagn Images A full list of the Detroit Lions’ 2025 draft class. The Detroit Lions’ 2025 draft class is complete. After three days of patience, trades, and intense moments, the Lions have come out with seven new players. While Lions general manager Brad Holmes says he doesn’t like to draft for immediate need, he managed to knock out all of the team’s most pressing positions. Al...2025
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• Day 2 camp observations: Hendon Hooker, Marcus Davenport make most of opportunity
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• Detroit Lions drafted 3 top “sleepers,” according to college coaches

Photo by Tyler Ingham/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Detroit Lions may have found three significant sleepers in the 2025 NFL Draft. A few weeks before the 2025 NFL Draft, ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg spoke to several college coaches to figure out which draft prospects were being slept on. After his conversations, Rittenberg came up with a list of 28 total “sleepers”—draft prospects who ar...2025
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• Open thread: What is the Lions’ biggest post-draft need?

Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images Taking a look at the Detroit Lions’ biggest needs following the 2025 NFL Draft. Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes says he doesn’t draft for need. “I think you can get in trouble chasing these sometimes and then you’re dependent on a rookie,” Holmes said prior to the 2025 NFL Draft and countless times before that. Yet when you look at the Lions...2025
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• Open thread: How many immediate starters did the Lions draft in 2025?

Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images A look at which of the 2025 Detroit Lions draft picks could start immediately. As teams get better, the number of available starting roles diminishes. The 2021 Detroit Lions, kickstarting a rebuild, had to rely on players from Day 3 to fill their roster vacancies. However, as the Lions have turned things around, those starting ...2025
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• Detroit Lions provide clarity on Ennis Rakestraw’s, Avonte Maddox’s role

Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images The Detroit Lions defensive coaches provided some very important news about the depth chart in the secondary. The Detroit Lions' secondary made some significant strides last year, but they are entering 2025 with a couple of significant questions. For one, Detroit doesn’t have clear, defined depth behind their two All-Pro-caliber safety. Additionally, t...2025
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• Detroit Lions select Georgia WR Dominic Lovett with final 2025 draft pick

Photo by Steve Limentani/ISI Photos/Getty Images The Detroit Lions added a slot receiver with their final pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. With their final pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions have selected Georgia wide receiver Dominic Lovett. Lovett is the team’s third pick from the University of Georgia, joining second-round pick (guard) Tate Ratledge, and other seventh-round pick...2025
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• Detroit Lions training camp observations Day 4: Offense shifts interior OL

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Observations from Day 4 of the Detroit Lions' 2025 training camp include notes on Tate Ratledge, Erick Hallett, and turnovers. After a day off following three straight practices, the Detroit Lions returned to the practice field on Thursday for Day 4 of their 2025 training camp. Despite having an intense practice before the break, the Lions ret...2025
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• Lions Bubble Watch, Week 4: New opportunities open up on defense
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• Detroit Lions place rookie safety on IR, add new cornerback
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• Lions Bubble Watch, Week 3: Rock Ya-Sin changes secondary makeup
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• Detroit Lions rookie review: Receivers, safety stand out in HOF Game
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• Ennis Rakestraw leaves practice early, Taylor Decker activated
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• Lions-Chargers advanced stats: Protection issues, TeSlaa’s big night
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• 2025 Detroit Lions updated depth chart: Preseason vs. Chargers

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images An updated 2025 Detroit Lions depth chart based on what we have seen at training camp practices. Ahead of every Detroit Lions game in 2025, we will provide readers with an updated depth chart of the team’s roster based on what we are seeing at practices. For this initial preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers, the Lions have already s...2025
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• 10 positions battles to watch in Lions preseason opener
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• 2025 Detroit Lions Bubble Watch: Camp battle predictions on defense

Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images Our predictions for every Detroit Lions training camp battle on the defensive side of the ball. The Detroit Lions defense went through a ridiculous amount of injuries last year, highlighting the importance of depth in any roster. This year, there remains a ton of top-end talent at every level of the defense, and the depth seems good in many spots, as ...2025
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• Lions’ Dan Jackson was one of the best college football stories

Brett Davis-Imagn Images Five things to know about new Detroit Lions safety Dan Jackson, who was drafted in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Now a few weeks removed for the Detroit Lions’ 2025 draft, it’s time to finish out our “5 things to know” series with the team’s seventh-round picks. While Georgia’s Dan Jackson and Dominic Lovett may not be in line for starting jobs, both h...2025
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• Final 2025 NFL Draft grades for all 32 teams

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images Final grades for the 2025 NFL Draft for every team, with only one A+ When you write about the NFL Draft you’ve heard it all before: “Grading a draft is dumb,” We don’t know how these guys will be for three years,” and “Y’all were so wrong about [insert player here].” We get it. The draft in an imprecise science at best, and so much of evaluating a class i...2025
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• Best remaining players for Day 3

Will the Rams draft Isaiah Bond? | Brett Patzke-Imagn Images Les Snead appears focused on utilitarian additions thus far With his first two picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, Los Angeles Rams General Manager may be tipping his hand as to his plan of attack. After trading back from #26, L.A.had two selections on Day 2. At #46 they took tight end Terrance Ferguson out of Oregon and at #90 added ed...2025
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• NFL Draft 2025: Ray Didinger’s 5 sleeper picks for the Eagles

Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images Keep an eye on these names. Hall of Fame sportswriter Ray Didinger may be retired, but it does not mean he is retiring from poring over college film and talking to his numerous NFL sources to find out who can be sleepers in this coming NFL Draft. Last year, the prestigious Francis “Reds” Bagnell Award winner had on his yearly list 6’2,’’ 248-pound Ut...2025
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• Vikings Links: Free Agency Day 11 Open Thread

Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images We are still waiting on the backup QB spot to be filled The signings continue to trickle in and the pickup of Rondale Moore was a nice addition to the wide receiver group. Moore turns 25 on June 9th and still has a lot of upside IMO. He is averaging 45 catches a year for 400 yards and 1 TD in his short career. He has been banged up and did not play last...2025
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