Tim Boyle is obviously not one of the best backups in the NFL, but the Lions’ No. 2 signal caller could have landed worse in a recent ranking of his backup brethren. Even with the caveat of his first substantial NFL action, and coming off a preseason injury in his first start, Tim Boyle was
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Allen Park — Lions rookie James Houston isn’t your traditional player. The Jackson State product is listed as an outside linebacker, but that doesn’t mean he’s been pigeonholed into that position. In fact, defensive line coach Todd Wash said during OTAs earlier this month that Houston has been working with his position group “a lot.” “He’ll play
The Detroit Lion’s great WR Herman Moore breaks down the film study of Lions WR Quintez Cephus. Quintez Cephus is in year 3 after being drafted by the Detroit Lions in the 2019 MFL draft. Herman Moore explains why WR Quintez Cephus will more than likely make the Lions 2022 53-man and Lions 2022 55-man
Lions defensive backs coach Aubrey Pleasant is not a big secret around the league, but he has been recognized on a notable list of rising NFL people. In the midst of his first season as Lions defensive backs coach, Aubrey Pleasant was noted on a list of rising young NFL assistant coaches put together by
If they fail to get Baker Mayfield, Jared Goff has been listed as a possible fallback option for the Seattle Seahawks. For the Detroit Lions under center in 2022, it’s Jared Goff or bust. For three games last season, there was a glimpse of what “bust” looks like when Tim Boyle started. But there’s no
The Detroit Lions didn’t try to get cute in the 2022 NFL draft. After posting one of the three worst statistical seasons as a defense in the history of the organization, addressing that side of the ball became a top priority. So not only did the Lions spend six of their eight picks on defense, but
Linebacker still looks like a weak area for the Detroit Lions, and it has been assessed as such. The Detroit Lions had a bad, and at times feeble or downright dreadful, run defense last season. Some of that can be chalked up to a defensive line that didn’t generate much push in the middle, but
Trinity Benson needs a strong training camp, and he’ll head into it off a strong showing during offseason work. The Detroit Lions added pieces to their wide receiver room this offseason, which will foster the competition receivers cach Antwaan Randle El wants for his group. Among those pushed toward the roster bubble is Trinity Benson,
Allen Park — With every spot in the Detroit Lions’ linebacker group up for grabs heading into training camp, there’s plenty to be excited about when it comes to Derrick Barnes. Just ask linebackers coach Kelvin Sheppard. Barnes, who was selected in the fourth round out of Purdue in last year’s draft, has impressed in
The Detroit Lions have announced their training camp schedule, with nine practices that will be open to fans. Last week we found out when the Detroit Lions will report to training camp. Rookies will report on July 23, with veterans to follow on July 26. On Tuesday the team announced camp will start on July 30,
Detroit Lions fans, mark your calendar. The Lions will hold seven training camp practices that will be open to the general public and two sessions that will be exclusively available to season-ticket holders, the team announced Tuesday. Those dates: ► Saturday, July 30 (season-ticket holders only): 8:30 a.m. practice (gates open at 7:30 a.m.) ►
Two former All-Pro NFL running backs with Michigan ties are set to throw hands. Ex-Detroit Lions rusher Adrian Peterson and former Michigan State football star Le’Veon Bell have signed contracts for a heavyweight boxing exhibition July 30 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, ESPN reported Monday. Peterson and Bell will compete on the undercard of Social Gloves 2,
The Detroit Lions moved their quest for a young quarterback to the 2023 draft, and in a new ESPN mock they get a potential quarterback of the future. With no quarterback worthy of the No. 2 overall pick this year and an eventual move up to No.12 overall, the Detroit Lions punted their move for
Lions training camp 2022 is about a month away and many are looking toward the improvements on offense. New Lions OC Ben Johnson would like to see the Detroit Lions offense become quicker with a higher tempo. Will Dan Campbell call offensive plays for the Lion’s 2022 NFL season? MicroMike will give his thoughts. Home
Allen Park — School’s out for the summer, but for some Detroit Lions players, OTAs and training camp made them feel like they were back in class. That’s because offensive line coach Hank Fraley and defensive line coach Todd Wash both put a little spin on learning the positions before final exams come in training camp. Both
The Detroit Lions’ secondary should be better this year, but Pro Football Focus has ranked the unit harshly and appropriately as of now. The Detroit Lions ranked in the bottom half of the NFL in interceptions with 11 last season. They were similarly dismal in passer rating (third-worst) and completion percentage (22nd in the league)
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As the 2022 season approaches, who is the most underrated player on each of the Detroit Lions NFC North rivals? Until further notice, as long as Aaron Rodgers is under center, the Green Bay Packers will be the team to beat in the NFC North. But even within the context of them resting players in
The Detroit Lion’s defensive line right now is built like tanks and is one of the strong points for Lion’s 2022 season. Players like Aidan Hutchinson, Romeo Okwara, and Alim McNeill will be big parts of Lion’s success on defense. Detroit Lion’s defense must be built for any success coming for the 2022 Detroit lions
Jared Goff is lined up to be better this year, and he’s gaining a little bit of traction as a fantasy sleeper. Jared Goff needed a strong finish last year (11 touchdowns and two interceptions over his last five starts) to get to the numbers he did (3,245 yards, 19 touchdowns, eight interceptions). So that