One of the spots that the Detroit Lions have had trouble filling in recent years has been the kick return spot. Last year the Lions went through five different options. Khalil Dorsey, Craig Reynolds, Donovan Peoples-Jones, Mohamed Ibrahim and Zonovan Knight. None of them worked out well. Part of the problem is that when camp
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The Detroit Lions orchestrated a remarkable 12-5 season, clinching their inaugural division title and securing two playoff victories-a beacon of hope for a city long weathered by trials. With a youthful core and seasoned veterans in their ranks, the Lions appear poised to sustain their upward trajectory into the 2024 season. Thus far, astute moves
A warrant went out for Cameron Sutton‘s arrest in early March; more than three weeks later, the former Lions and Steelers cornerback turned himself in. Sutton was taken into custody on a domestic battery by strangulation charge, according to the Hillsborough County Sherriff’s Office. The Lions released Sutton, 29, last week. The alleged crime took
Recently released Lions cornerback has turned himself in to authorities in Florida for an arrest warrant that led to his release from the team. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office released a video of Sutton entering their facility and turning himself in. Sutton was wanted on a charge of domestic battery by strangulation stemming from an
A professional kicker made a 64-yard field goal inside Ford Field on Saturday. No, he doesn’t play for the Detroit Lions. But that could be changing… Michigan Panthers kicker Jake Bates boomed a 64-yarder game-winner home in the team’s victory over the St. Louis Battlehawks in the opening weekend of UFL competition. 64 YARDS FOR
The final game of the UFL’s opening weekend will be loaded with former Detroit Lions players. The Memphis Showboats will play the Houston Roughnecks, and a total of 12 players who once sported the Honolulu Blue are slated to make an appearance. Jonathan Adams – Wide Receiver, Memphis Showboats Detroit Lions receivers Jonathan Adams (82)
That ended up happening, with the four-year guard starter landing a three-year, $51M deal from the Rams. Jackson’s Rams deal came on a day in which two teams — the Rams and Panthers — each finalized plans to add two high-priced guards. Jackson joins Kevin Dotson as a well-paid Rams guard; the latter signed a
The second day of the UFL’s inaugural weekend is upon us. This league is a great opportunity for young players to showcase their skills and make an attempt to get back into the NFL. In the upcoming matchup between the D.C. Defenders and San Antonio Brahmas, several former Detroit Lions players are set to take
Each spot in the NFL draft has as much a chance to be a Hall of Fame talent as it does to be a roster cut in training camp. Don’t check our math on that, just run with the idea in your head as we get to the fun stuff. The Lions are drafting later
Welcome to the Detroit Lions Podcast Bish & Brown Show! Today in an extra special bonus episode, Scott and Russ are making their thoughts known about the draft’s offensive tackle prospects. It’s an interesting class at tackle. There are quite a few players who could fit what the Lions and GM Brad Holmes look for
The Lions Draft Prospect of the Day is a small-school standout who has a private visit set with Detroit before the 2024 NFL draft. The focus for these potential Lions prospects is on players who should hold some appeal for Detroit in the draft. Not all will be top-100 players, and today’s prospect might not
The Las Vegas Raiders took a real hit this offseason, even though they were busy making the splashiest move of signing defensive tackle Christian Wilkins. With every player you sign, you lose some, too, and the Raiders lost a great player to an NFC foe. When 2023 started, the Raiders weren’t a great defensive team.
For Lions fans looking for a UFL team to root for, it makes sense to cheer for the Michigan Panthers. Not only is it the other professional team in the state, but the team also plays in the Lions’ own Ford Field. The Panthers also have four former Detroit Lions on their roster heading into their
The United Football League, a combination of former spring leagues XFL and USFL, is kicking off for their inaugural season this weekend, giving plenty of non-NFL players a new chance to take the field. For many players, this is an opportunity to once again play professional football while also opening a door to get back
Last year, the Detroit Lions made a significant move in NFL free agency by signing former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Cameron Sutton. With Sutton now out of the picture, Bleacher Report’s Alex Ballentine suggests that the Lions could turn to another former Steelers defensive back in free agency: Patrick Peterson. Ballentine identifies the Lions as a
Last year, the Detroit Lions made a significant move in NFL free agency by signing former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Cameron Sutton. With Sutton now out of the picture (released amid legal issues), Bleacher Report’s Alex Ballentine suggests that the Lions could turn to another former Steelers defensive back in free agency: Patrick Peterson. Ballentine identifies
On Friday, it was reported that the San Francisco 49ers had made an offer to Detroit Lions restricted free-agent tight end Brock Wright. On Saturday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the latest details of the offer. Schefter wrote, “49ers signed Lions restricted free-agent TE Brock Wright to a three-year, $12 million offer sheet that includes $6
Former Lions wide receiver Josh Reynolds is now a member of the Denver Broncos. The veteran wideout signed in Denver this week as a free agent. Initially, reports indicated that Reynolds inked with the Broncos for a deal in the $7 million per season range for two years. The actual deal is considerably lower. Per
It is finally draft season for Lions fans. Brad Holmes and his front office have proven they are very capable of putting together great draft classes. They have had major hits on every day of the draft, but especially on Day Two. This roster isn’t in desperate need of much because of his work, but
This week’s first-round projections come as Spring Break hits for millions of families with less than a month until the 2024 NFL draft in Detroit. It’s almost the end of pro day season, and private visits are passing quickly as well. There are a few new trades in this edition, as well as some holdover