Mike Payton
Columnist
Mike Payton has been the lead columnist for Pride of Detroit since 2016 and has been writing about the Detroit Lions since 2014. He is also a freelance writer for SB Nation. Member of the Pro Football Writers of America.
5 Qs with Tennessee blog: Can Hendon Hooker become an NFL starter?
What is Detroit Lions’ quarterback Hendon Hooker’s realistic ceiling?
Alabama writer explains why Detroit Lions got a ‘HUGE’ steal in Brian Branch
We chatted with Roll ‘Bama Roll to get to know Detroit Lions’ 2023 NFL Draft pick Brian Branch.
The Lions should lock down Jared Goff as soon as possible
The Lions need to secure the answer to the biggest question in the NFL.
5 questions: Sam LaPorta is ‘100% ready’ for a starting TE role with the Lions
Get to know the Detroit Lions newest tight end.
5 Questions: Jack Campbell may be best Iowa LB in last 25 years
Get to know the Lions 18th pick in the 2023 NFL Draft
Alabama Q&A: Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs will make you forget about positional value
Get to know the Detroit Lions first draft pick, Alabama running back Jahmyr Gibbs.
The Detroit Lions 2023 NFL Draft haul has opened the Super Bowl window
The Lions crossed the threshold of good team to great team during the NFL Draft
Lions mock draft: How Detroit may use their picks on Day 3
Taking a look at who the Lions can score on Day 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft.
Lions mock draft: How Detroit may use their picks on Day 2
Taking a look at who the Lions can score on Day 2 of the 2023 NFL Draft.
Why the Detroit Lions should draft Quentin Johnston
Making the case for the Detroit Lions to draft TCU wide receiver Quentin Johnston with the 18th overall pick.