Detroit Lions Notes
All the daily collected Detroit Lions news and notes from SB Nation's Pride of Detroit.
Notes: Are the Detroit Lions being overhyped?
The Lions have been a trendy pick since the end of 2022, but are they being overhyped? Mike Jones of The Athletic examines why they and other teams might be getting too much notoriety.
Notes: How the Detroit Lions offense counters current NFL trends
Alex Rollins presents the best film breakdown you will watch this week.
Notes: How the Jared Goff, Ben Johnson partnership began and flourished
The relationship between starting quarterback and offensive coordinator can make or break a team. Dan Pompei of The Athletic dives into the partnership between Lions’ QB Jared Goff and OC Ben Johnson.
Notes: Jerry Jacobs predicts ‘dominant’ secondary for Lions in 2023
Jerry Jacobs told NFL Network’s "Good Morning Football" that he thinks the Detroit Lions secondary will be "pretty dominant" in 2023.
Notes: Lions tease latest ‘Inside the Den’ release date
The wait is over! Well, kinda.
Notes: Louis Riddick makes BOLD Detroit Lions prediction in another great rant
The NFL analyst is back at it with enthusiastic praise for Detroit.
Notes: Lions’ new alternate helmet is a big winner
The Lions unveiled their new alternate helmet for the 2023 season and it’s beautiful. J.P. Acosta of SB Nation has more on the Lions’ first win of 2023.
Notes: It’s been a great week for Detroit Lions linebackers
Both Malcolm Rodriguez and Alex Anzalone had big weeks, with engagement and pregnancy announcements!
Notes: Only 2 Lions make CBS Sports’ top 100 NFL players of 2023 list
Should more of the Lions squad made it on this list?
Notes: Video lowlights from the Detroit Media Combine
Do you want to see Jeremy eat grass? DO YOU?
Notes: Writer argues drafting Jahmyr Gibbs at No. 12 could age poorly for Lions
Gather ye pitchforks.
Notes: Former Lion Dominic Raiola on life as the father of No. 1 college QB recruit
Dominic Raiola has devoted much of his retirement to watching his children play sports. Dave Birkett of the Free Press has the story.
Notes: Darius Slay taking professional approach to reunion with Matt Patricia
At a local event in Detroit, former Lions CB Darius Slay talked about reuniting with Matt Patricia in Philadelphia.
Notes: Detroit Lions listed as top landing spot for Chase Young
Quite a few publications think there’s a decent chance it happens.
VIDEO: Hendon Hooker, Sam LaPorta receive inspirational message from NFL legends
Lots of Lions here, both receiving and giving!
Lions News: Marvin Jones Jr. thinks Lions can make playoff run like Jaguars
Can the Lions make the same playoff push the Jags did last season?
Notes: Hilarious video reveals so many Lions players are Swifties
With Taylor Swift set to perform this coming weekend at Ford Field, the Lions social media team asked players to name their favorite songs from the artist.
Notes: Dan Campbell has considered moving training camp to West Michigan
After a pleasant trip to the western side of the state, Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell said he’s given thought about moving training camp on the road.
Notes: Enjoy these photos of Jared Goff dripped in his teammate’s bling
Does this deserve an entire story? Yes, yes it does.
Notes: Why the Detroit Lions are a unique offseason darling
The Athletic Football Show’s hosts think so.
Notes: Penei Sewell becoming a more vocal leader thanks to Jared Goff
The third-year tackle explains the process of stepping into a more vocal role on the offense.
Notes: Aidan Hutchinson pens ESPN article on being the hometown hero
Count Aidan Hutchinson as one of the many in Detroit who often wonder what a Super Bowl would mean to the city and its fans.
Notes: Detroit Lions deemed best landing spot for DeAndre Hopkins
DeAndre Hopkins is suddenly a free agent. Could the three time All Pro receiver be what the Detroit Lions need to get to the next level?
VIDEO-: Lions rookies hilariously attempt to draw the team’s logo
What other non-lion animal did they end up drawing?
Notes: Calvin Johnson offers advice to Jameson Williams on handling adversity
Megatron has had his share of hardships and has learned how to adapt.
Notes: Highlights from first 2 days of Detroit Lions OTAs
Check out some video highlights from the Detroit Lions’ first two days of OTAs.
Notes: Gardner-Johnson recaps Day 1 of OTAs in Lions’ first gaming stream
The Detroit Lions have a new YouTube show and defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson recapped Day 1 of OTAs with David Montgomery.
Notes: George Kittle pays Lions rookie TE Sam Laporta a huge compliment
NFL All-Pro tight end George Kittle said Detroit Lions rookie—a fellow Iowa alumni—Sam LaPorta is in for a big NFL career.
Notes: Lions’ pilot high school Girls’ Flag Football League wraps up this weekend
A battle of two undefeated teams decides the inaugural season’s title.
Notes: Frank Ragnow bonds with grieving families over love of outdoors
Ragnow’s made it a mission to help kids develop a love for interests like fishing and hunting, especially kids who have lost loved ones.
Notes: Lions have 2 players in PFF’s top-25 under 25
PFF’s Trevor Sikkema released his top-25 players under 25 and two Lions made the list
Notes: Several analysts believe Detroit Lions had NFL’s best offseason
The Detroit Lions are being heralded as one of the most improved team in the NFL after the 2023 NFL Draft and free agency.
Notes: C.J. Gardner-Johnson talks ‘Family Feud,’ spoiling Chiefs in opener
New Lions defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson discusses his upcoming "Family Feud" appearance and his desire to spoil the Chiefs’ homecoming game after losing to them in the Super Bowl.
Notes: Several Lions players seek revenge in video of most-anticipated games
The Detroit Lions put together a great video of Detroit Lions players picking out the 2023 scheduled games they’re most excited to play in.
Notes: Former HC Mike Martz gushes over Lions 1st-round pick Jahmyr Gibbs
Former head coach Mike Martz breaks down first-round pick Jahmyr Gibbs’ fit in the Lions’ offense