Detroit Lions Notes
All the daily collected Detroit Lions news and notes from SB Nation's Pride of Detroit.
Notes: Detroit welcomes DJ Reader with open arms
Are you ready for the wrecking crew of DJ Reader and Alim McNeill? Opposing teams are not.
Notes: NFL analysts offer insight on Lions draft strategy
Everybody thinks the Lions go defense early, but there’s some room for offensive line and receiver depth as well.
Notes: 8 Lions make PFF’s top-101 players list—4 in top 25
A respectable number of Lions are getting props for their 2023 performance.
Notes: Lions land dominant OL in post-combine mock draft
In his second mock draft of the year, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press has the Lions selecting Oregon offensive lineman Jackson Powers-Johnson.
Notes: NFL analyst calls Chris Spielman’s influence underrated
Detroit Lions’ Chris Spielman’s influence has gone under-the-radar since the franchise’s recent turnaround.
Notes: Penei Sewell had a historically outstanding run-blocking season
Detroit Lions offensive tackle Penei Sewell may already be the best player at his position in Year 3.
Notes: Spotrac predicting very reasonable extension for Lions QB Jared Goff
If these numbers are close to the actual extension for Lions quarterback Jared Goff, sign me up.
Notes: C.J. Gardner-Johnson ranked surprisingly high in free agent list
At least one analyst is buying in on Ceedy Duce.
Notes: Lions OC Ben Johnson visits Red Wings, offensive explosion ensues
Both Jared Goff and Ben Johnson are fan favorites in Hockeytown.
Notes: Amon-Ra St. Brown finishes season as top-5 PFF graded WR
PFF writers are high on the Sun God.
Notes: NFL insider offers insight on Lions offseason, Jonah Jackson
Adam Caplan of Pro Football Network takes a look at the situations surrounding the Lions and the rest of the division before free agency kicks off in March.
Notes: What has Zach Zenner been up to?
The former Lions running back is engaged in new careers as an agent and sports nutrition expert.
Notes: Former NFL star says Aidan Hutchinson will contend for sack title
CBS Analyst J.J. Watt sees a bright future for Lions’ defensive end Aidan Hutchinson.
Notes: Lions own 4 of NFL’s top 100 plays of 2023 season
The Detroit Lions’ 2023 season was full of plenty unforgettable moments, but only four made the NFL’s top 100 plays.
Notes: Watch priceless mic’d up footage of Lions at the Pro Bowl Games
Amon-Ra St. Brown has a message for Lions fans at the end.
Notes: Brad Holmes explains his big, emotional post-game reactions
Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes sat down with team reporter Dannie Rogers for an end of the year chat, that was heavy in praise for the fans.
Notes: After falling just short, it’s Super Bowl or bust for Lions
The loss to the 49ers in the Conference title game should be motivation for everyone heading into 2024.
Notes: Lions earn division’s top grade for 2023 rookie class
NFL.com’s Eric Edholm is one of many writers handing out near-perfect grades to the Lions 2023 draft class.
Notes: Lions having a blast at the Pro Bowl Games in Orlando
Sure, there are the skills competitions and flag football, but so much more is happening at Pro Bowl weekend.
Notes: ‘Unfinished business’ may be the theme of the 2024 Detroit Lions
Print the T-shirts.
Notes: Former NFL agent breaks down potential Jared Goff extension
After a strong 2023 campaign, Lions’ quarterback Jared Goff may be in line for a contract extension.
Notes: Lions vs. 49ers NFC Championship Game draws massive ratings
Maybe not the most ideal game for it, but a strong feat no less.
Notes: Dan Campbell emphasizes good shoes in San Francisco
Experienced Head Equipment Manager Tim O’Neill will be a huge asset this weekend.
Notes: 49ers are up against the people’s NFC champion
The storyline lies in Detroit’s favor.
Notes: Detroit Lions land 4 on The Athletic’s All-Rookie team
The Athletic released their 2023 NFL All-Rookie team and the Detroit Lions had four players make the cut.
Notes: Detroit Lions named ‘best gameday experience in the NFL’
Bold are those who go into Ford Field without ear plugs these days.
Notes: City of Windsor flying Detroit Lions flag to support team
Detroit’s neighbors across the river in "South Detroit" have Lions fever, too.
Notes: Lions among youngest teams in NFL, set up well for future
According to Bill Barnwell’s data from the regular season, the Lions are the fifth youngest team in the NFL when accounting for Snap-Weighted Age.
Notes: Best national reactions following Detroit Lions’ big playoff win
Happy postseason Victory Monday.
Notes: GMFB’s Kyle Brandt has an EPIC message for Lions Fans
Uncle Lenny is going to become a Made Man this weekend.
Notes: The Ringer perfectly captures Lions fans’ emotions ahead of Rams game
Grab a tissue for this one, folks.
Lions Penei Sewell PFF’s OL of the year for 2023
Pro Football Focus released their 2023 end-of-season and All-Pro lists, and Penei Sewell earned a lot of recognition.
Notes: Ford Field staffer shares awesome Alim McNeill story
All these little things add up to show what kind of a culture the Lions have created these past few years.
Notes: Analyst believes Dan Campbell’s emotions could cost Lions in playoffs
NFL.com’s Adam Shein thinks some emotional coaching may be an issue in the home stretch.
Notes: Lions EDGE Aidan Hutchinson among elite pass-rushers in NFL
Offensive and defensive line analyst Brandon Thorn has Hutchinson ranked third amongst edge rushers according to his ‘True Pressure Score’ metric.