A little more than two weeks after the league lifted his suspension for violating its gambling policy, the Detroit Lions are re-signing safety and special-teams standout C.J. Moore, a source familiar with the agreement confirmed. Moore has spent nearly all of his professional career with the Lions, initially signing with the team as an undrafted
Terrion Arnold returned to John Paul II Catholic High School to have his high school jersey retired. Arnold was drafted by the Detroit Lions last month in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. He played three seasons with the Alabama Crimson Tide after signing as a five-star recruit. “Words can’t express this moment,”
There is another big body on the Detroit Lions defensive line after Tuesday’s addition of DT Kyle Peko. Detroit added the 30-year-old Peko as a free agent on a reported one-year contract. The Lions will be Peko’s fifth NFL team since he joined the league as an undrafted rookie out of Oregon State following the
Johnson’s impressive career spanned nine seasons, during which he led the league in receiving yards twice, earned six Pro Bowl selections, and was named to three All-Pro First Teams. His remarkable 2012 season set an NFL record with 1,964 receiving yards, a feat yet to be surpassed. However, despite his individual success and playing alongside
By now, we can all agree that the Detroit Lions got an absolute steal when they selected Brian Branch in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Especially after the rookie season he put together with 74 total tackles, 13 pass deflections and three interceptions. Impact Play % for 2023 defensive backs pic.twitter.com/XHgV0pioh0 [affiliatewidget_smgtolocal]
Many fans stop paying attention to players when they leave their team. Their support and interest die when that player dons new colors. However, keeping track of former Detroit Lions players can help paint a picture of the team’s offseason mindset. Which players priced themselves out of Detroit? Which players were deemed not worth bringing…
Lions Nation Unite is live-talking the latest Detroit Lions news and rumors for the 2024 NFL free agency and the 2024 NFL draft. Who should the Lions look to target in free agency? Could they look to add Stephon Gilmore to the Lions’ secondary? Should the Lions draft Kool-Aid McKinstry out of Alabama? Mike Kimber
Kyle Peko has made his way around this site’s transaction posts over the years, bouncing to a few teams and on and off practice squads. But the veteran defensive tackle has continued to generate interest despite working mostly as a backup. A stint with the Titans last year brought new territory — regular starter run
The Lions joined the Eagles in going cornerback-cornerback to start the draft. Beyond slot corner Brian Branch, this will effectively complete a Detroit overhaul at the position. Terrion Arnold began the Lions’ CB-CB first two rounds, with Missouri’s Ennis Rakestraw Jr. going to Detroit a day after the team traded up for the Alabama-developed cover
The 2024 NFL schedule will likely be released on Wednesday, May 15. According to Adam Schefter, teams were informed on Tuesday that the schedule is “expected to be released” then, though it’s still not official. Knowing the NFL, there will be leaks and individual announcements throughout the entirety of next week.
The Lions have added another veteran to the mix at defensive tackle. Detroit has signed DT Kyle Peko, the team announced on Tuesday. Peko is a 30-year-old veteran who played the 2023 season with the Tennessee Titans. It was his meatiest role since entering the league in 2016, with Peko starting 10 games and recording
The Detroit Lions announced on Tuesday that they have signed veteran defensive tackle Kyle Peko. They also confirmed the previously reported signing of safety C.J. Moore to a one-year deal. Peko, who will turn 31 before the season begins, has bounced around five different teams since entering the NFL. Most recently, he started 10 games…
Peko is an undrafted defensive tackle that has been in the NFL since 2016. He’s spent time with the Colts, Raiders, Broncos, Bills and Titans. The last one is the notable one. He spent two seasons with new Lions defensive line coach Terrell Williams. In 2021 he played in eight games and stated three for
The Lions encountered more gambling suspensions than any other team last year. This led to several cuts, Jameson Williams not debuting until October and some staff dismissals. C.J. Moore was among the players jettisoned following a gambling suspension; the Lions cut the veteran special-teamer last April despite having re-signed him a month earlier. The team