SideLion Report

Players signed to reserve/futures contract aren’t all that interesting most of the time, but the Detroit Lions did sign someone local football fans might be familiar with. The end of the season for non-playoff teams means starting to fill out spots on a 90-man offseason roster, and the Detroit Lions signed nine players to reserve/futures

The Detroit Lions will enter the draft looking for key pieces for this rebuild. Don’t expect a quarterback to be one of them. The Detroit Lions have completed the first season under the regime of general manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell. It wasn’t chocked full of wins, but a foundation to be

Credit: Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images Looking toward the 2022 season, these four Detroit Lions players are worth getting excited about. The Detroit Lions finished 3-13-1 in 2021, but that’s missing the bigger picture. Three wins in their final six games, all over teams that won at least eight games and the last two over playoff teams,

A full-on breakout didn’t happen, but let’s look at the 2021 campaign for Lions running back D’Andre Swift in a fantasy football light. Heading into the 2021 season, Detroit Lions running back D’Andre Swift was an easy fantasy breakout candidate. Full health and a bigger workload for an entire season were the top reasons for

His first two NFL seasons have been wrecked by injuries, but there’s widespread belief in Jeff Okudah within the Detroit Lions’ building. After being drafted third overall in the 2020 draft Detroit Lions cornerback Jeff Okudah struggled as a rookie, allowing a 118 passer rating in nine games (six starts). He missed the final four

After his season was shortened by a thumb injury, Lions tight end T.J. Hockenson is getting healthy in plenty of time to put in a full offseason. A thumb injury cost Lions tight end T.J. Hockenson the final five games of the 2021 season, as he opted for surgery ahead of Week 15. He still

Lions center Frank Ragnow missed a big chunk of the 2021 season with a foot injury, but he’s making good progress in rehab. The Detroit Lions literally never had their projected starting offensive line together for a game this season. Left tackle Taylor Decker missed the first eight games with a late preseason hand injury,

One was not a surprise, but the Detroit Lions had two rookies land on Pro Football Focus’ 2021 All-Rookie Team. By all accounts, Brad Holmes did pretty well in his first draft as Detroit Lions general manager. Two future stars were found (Penei Sewell-first round, Amon-Ra St. Brown-fourth round), and beyond the draft proceedings undrafted

It has felt likely, but the Detroit Lions coaching staff will indeed head down to Mobile for the 2022 Senior Bowl. The pre-draft process really gets rolling each year down in Mobile, Alabama at the Senior Bowl. The Detroit Lions’ coaching staff, under Matt Patricia, coached one of the Senior Bowl teams in 2020. They’ll

The Lions defense wasn’t great this season, but defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn is wanted for a head coaching interview. Despite having never been a coordinator before this year, and the undermanned Detroit Lions’ defense struggling the way it did at times (though with improvement late in the season), Aaron Glenn is a rising star in

Jared Goff played very well late in the season, and he’s not concerned the Lions will draft his replacement in April. For the first nine games this season, Jared Goff looked like the limited quarterback he showed himself to be toward the end of his run with the Rams–only without the talent and play caller

As they look to formally replace Anthony Lynn as offensive coordinator, could the Lions circle back to Ken Dorsey? As Dan Campbell formed his first staff as Detroit Lions head coach, he ultimately hired Anthony Lynn as offensive coordinator. Things did not go well, as Campbell took over play calling after the Week 9 bye

With a notable tie to the organization, could now former Vikings general manager Rick Spielman land with the Lions? It’s already been a particularly dark Black Monday in the NFC North, as the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears each fired their head coach and general manager. The Detroit Lions now have the second-longest tenured head

Credit: Rey Del Rio/Getty Images The 2021 season has officially come to an end for the Detroit Lions. They ended the season in winning style on Sunday though, beating the Green Bay Packers 37-30. With the win, Detroit officially ends the season with a 3-13-1 record. They maintained their hold the second overall pick in

Indianapolis Colts cornerback Anthony Chesley (47) tackles Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Marvin Jones (11) during the second quarter of the game on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville, Fla. The Indianapolis Colts Versus Jacksonville Jaguars On Sunday Jan 9 2022 Tiaa Bank Field In Jacksonville Fla Lions pull another play out

ATLANTA, GA – DECEMBER 26: Tom Kennedy #85 of the Detroit Lions is brought down by Deion Jones #45 of the Atlanta Falcons during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 26, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Chris Thelen/Getty Images) Former Lions head coach Jim Caldwell listed as candidate for NFC North job

ALLEN PARK, MICHIGAN – MAY 27: Anthony Lynn Offensive Coordinator of the Detroit Lions goes through the afternoon drills during the practice session on May 27, 2021 in Allen Park, Michigan. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images) Lions activate Taylor Decker and Penei Sewell from reserve/COVID-19 list by Brad Berreman It has been inevitable for several

Jan 2, 2022; Seattle, Washington, USA; Detroit Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker (68) celebrates after catching a touchdown pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown nominated for 2021 fantasy football award by Brad Berreman Heading into Sunday’s season

Amon-Ra St. Brown is getting plenty of accolades for his recent work, and Pro Football Focus has noticed him at the conclusion of the 2021 fantasy football season. From Week 13-17, also known as the stretch run in most fantasy football leagues, Amon-Ra St. Brown posted 43 receptions for 451 yards and four touchdowns. That’s

Jan 2, 2022; Seattle, Washington, USA; Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) rushes for a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports Detroit Lions 7-Round 2022 NFL Mock Draft: Week 18 edition by Brad Berreman Amon-Ra St. Brown is on the doorstep