Indianapolis — As usual, the biggest crowds for the media portion of this week’s NFL scouting combine were reserved for the quarterbacks expected to go early in the first round of the draft. Throngs gathered to listen to Bryce Young, C. J. Stroud and Anthony Richardson answer questions less than two months ahead of the
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Going against the broader narrative from him and GM Brad Holmes, Lions head coach Dan Campbell acknowledged consideration for who will succeed Jared Goff under center. Jared Goff responded to what was a pivotal season in his career with one of the best campaigns of his career in 2022. He has cemented himself as the
The 2023 NFL Combine has reached a critical day for Detroit Lions fans. On Friday afternoon, the defensive backs will take the field at Indianapolis. As anyone could tell you, cornerback is one of the biggest positions of need for the Lions, and to their luck, this NFL Draft class appears to be chock-full of…
Indianapolis — With all due respect to Amani Oruwariye’s six-interception season in 2021, it’s been a minute since the Detroit Lions have had a consistent, playmaking cornerback on the roster. Since trading Darius Slay to the Philadelphia Eagles following the 2019 season, the team hasn’t been able to find a guy at that position capable
If you could describe the Detroit Lions’ plan in a few words, what would it be? For Brad Holmes, there are two that properly encapsulate it. “I think you could sum it up in patience and resilience,” he said. “I think when Dan I first got here, we had a plan in place. We have…
His latest comments on Jameson Williams weren’t revolutionary, but Lions general manager Brad Holmes is holding expectations high for the young wide receiver. The six-game sample from Jameson Williams were a tease, as both of his touches went for at least 40 yards and he was eased into action coming off a torn ACL in
Indianapolis — The Detroit Lions have two first-round selections in the upcoming draft, but at his media session earlier in the week, general manager Brad Holmes was asked if it was almost like he had three, given last year’s No. 12 pick, wide receiver Jameson Williams, is expected to be at full strength after spending
Through the first two years under coach Dan Campbell and general manager Brad Holmes, the Detroit Lions have done a decent job hiding their intentions in the NFL Draft. But one thing we know about this regime is how much they value personality and passion. And while tape will still be the primary source of…
One aspect of team building that doesn’t get talked about as much is the difficult decisions general managers have to make regarding free agency and retaining one’s own players. And for the Detroit Lions and general manager Brad Holmes—that is the portion of the rebuild they are currently dealing with.
Dan Campbell said something worrisome on Wednesday at the NFL combine. It seemed like an innocuous comment at first. But I’ve heard it said enough by other coaches and general managers over the years that feels like it’s time for teams to revamp their process for interviewing prospective draft picks. It’s been no secret for
INDIANAPOLIS — The Detroit Lions are making big plans to get more out of explosive wide receiver Jameson Williams next season, and that could include using him on returns. Lions special teams coordinator Dave Fipp embraced the idea of incorporating Williams into a return role next season, when the team expects him fully healthy after
Indianapolis — From year-to-year, there are no guarantees in the NFL. That goes for players, coaches, executives — the whole lot. So one might understand if, say, head-coaching candidates and Detroit Lions coordinators Aaron Glenn and Ben Johnson were disappointed they’ll return to the Motor City in the same roles as last year. But as
Indianapolis — If you’re from Detroit, you’re conditioned to be defensive about outside perceptions of the city. Those perceptions have admittedly shifted in a positive direction in recent years, but the lazy jokes and stereotypes never fully fade. But, for new Detroit Lions running backs coach and assistant head coach Scottie Montgomery, this is where
INDIANAPOLIS — Jake Moody grabbed his coat and hopped in his car as soon as he got the text. Calvin Johnson and Matt Prater were at a pizza place in Northville, and when Moody, a kicker at Northville High at the time, heard the news, he raced out the door hoping to meet one of