SideLion Report

As the Lions get ready to head to Indianapolis for joint practices, Dan Campbell revealed he interviewed for the Colts head coaching job before Frank Reich got it. The Detroit Lions will take on the Indianapolis Colts in their second preseason game on Saturday. But before that, the two teams will have joint practices on

Lions starting right guard Halapoulivaati Vaitai left practice early on Monday, with an undisclosed issue that may not be clear for a couple days. After not playing a snap together last season, the Detroit Lions had their starting offensive line together for last Friday night’s preseason opener against the Atlanta Falcons, and they were as

Lions tight end Brock Wright, left, speaks with tight end Garrett Griffin during minicamp in Allen Park on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. Dan Campbell clearly has realistic expectations for Lions backup quarterbacks by Brad Berreman NFL teams have to be down to 85 players by Tuesday afternoon, and the Detroit Lions let go of three

The Detroit Lions got a glimpse of their backup quarterbacks in the preseason opener, and head coach Dan Campbell has realistic expectations of them. After the first series of Friday night’s preseason opener against the Atlanta Falcons, it was the Tim Boyle and David Blough show under center for the Detroit Lions as the two

As the definitive “X” receiver on the Detroit Lions roster, what can fantasy football managers expect out of DJ Chark this season? DJ Chark had an injury-shortened 2021 season with the Jacksonville Jaguars, as an ankle injury cost him all but four games. In need of a fresh start, he signed with the Detroit Lions as

Based on the preseason opener and what the regular season schedule brings, the Detroit Lions have a big problem defensively. The Detroit Lions‘ defense should automatically be better this year, but it will be a process. Aaron Glenn has changed the scheme to a base 4-3, as position battles at linebacker and the secondary will

Tom Kennedy took advantage of an opportunity in the Lions’ preseason opener, but could it launch him right into a 53-man roster spot? With injuries thinning the Detroit Lions wide recever ranks just enough, Tom Kennedy was lined up to play a lot in Friday night’s preseason opener against the Atlanta Falcons. And indeed he

Devin Funchess is transitioning to tight end in camp with the Detroit Lions, and he really couldn’t have had a better start. Devin Funchess last played an NFL regular season game in Week 1 of the 2019 season. After an opt-out of the 2020 campaign and never getting traction anywhere last year, he was a

The battle to be the Detroit Lions’ No. 2 quarterback is not necessarily going to be exciting, but David Blough took a step toward overtaking Tim Boyle in the preseason opener. In most NFL cities where there’s not a clear-cut established quarterback who’s immune to being benched for anything other than major injury, the backup

The Detroit Lions lost their preseason opener Friday night, but three players used the opportunity to get some notice. The Detroit Lions lost their preseason opener to the Atlanta Falcons on Friday night, 27-23. But there was a lot of good to be taken out of the game, including three players looking to establish themselves.

The Detroit Lions lost their preseason opener to the Atlanta Falcons, but there was a lot of good to be pulled from the game. Detroit Lions football is officially back! In typical Lions fashion, that meant snatching defeat from the jaws of victory Friday night against the Atlanta Falcons. Luckily it’s only the preseason, so

The NFL season is nearly here. So here’s how to watch the Detroit Lions in 2022 in a way that won’t destroy your wallet. Check out fuboTV today.  In just a few weeks we’ll get meaningful NFL games on our televisions again. We know you don’t want to miss a single touchdown, so here’s how

Somehow, though it’s not a new concept, the Lions have been named a ‘brand new landing spot’ for Jimmy Garoppolo. Just as soon as they get a trade offer to their liking, the San Francisco 49ers will trade Jimmy Garoppolo. Or they could cut him, since he’s persona non grata for them right now, or

Tracy Walker made the decision to re-sign with the Lions based on the current regime, and a story about his rookie season proves why. Tracy Walker had a resurgent season last year, no doubt positively impacted by a new regime with the Detroit Lions. He has openly said his decision to re-sign this offseason was

Lions left tackle Taylor Decker warms up during open practice at Family Fest at Ford Field on Saturday, August 6, 2022. Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams ruled out for Week 1 by Brad Berreman Another offensive line ranking is out, and the Detroit Lions have ranked highly again. By many accounts, the Detroit Lions have

Alabama wide receiver Jameson Williams (1) runs away from Mercer cornerback TJ Moore (25) after catching a pass Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Bryant-Denny Stadium. The gain was negated by a penalty. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.] Alabama Vs Mercer Tom Kennedy made most of opportunity at Lions camp Wednesday by Brad Berreman It’s not a

Opportunity knocked for Tom Kennedy during Wednesday’s practice, and by all accounts he took advantage. With the additions the Lions made at wide receiver, and Quintez Cephus and Trinity Benson showing well during OTAs and/or training camp, Tom Kennedy is a forgotten man perhaps on the wrong side of the roster bubble. If he’s even

As draft season goes on, these five Detroit Lions could be sneaky good options for fantasy football managers in 2022. The energy around the Detroit Lions couldn’t be more different under Dan Campbell than it was under his predecessor Matt Patricia, as will be  evidenced to a national audience by “Hard Knocks”. Players want to

Lions rookie wide receiver Jameson Williams switched the jersey number he’ll wear, and it’s a noteworthy number in recent team history. Jameson Williams originally chose No. 18 upon being drafted by the Detroit Lions, as a nod to Hall of Famer (and eventual mentor?) Calvin Johnson, who wore No. 81 for the team, and Randy

AJ Parker surfaced as a key piece in the Lions secondary as a rookie, and he’s bringing that experience along with some extra body bulk into his second season. AJ Parker earned the job as the Detroit Lions’ top slot corner last year, which is a solid accomplishement for an undrafted rookie regardless of a