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C.J. Gardner-Johnson sees young, talented Lions team capable of big things

C.J. Gardner-Johnson has been a part of some good teams in his young career, and he sees a lot of the same potential in the Detroit Lions.

VIDEO: Aidan Hutchinson praised David Montgomery a month before Lions signed him

Aidan Hutchinson called David Montgomery one of the most surprisingly good players he faced in 2022.

Lions RB David Montgomery salivating to play behind star-studded OL

David Montgomery has never played behind an offensive line like the Detroit Lions’, and he’s literally salivating to get going.

Lions DE John Cominsky expects to test free agency for ‘a few days’

John Cominsky reaffirmed his desire to re-sign with the Detroit Lions, but noted he may wait a few days into free agency.

Iowa TE Sam LaPorta offers revealing insight into Lions’ combine interview process

Iowa TE Sam LaPorta had a formal meeting with the Detroit Lions at the 2023 NFL Combine and spilled the beans on how the team conducts interviews.

Dan Campbell: Jared Goff has ‘bought us time’ but Lions still looking at QBs

For the first time, Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell acknowledged that the team may be looking at a quarterback to succeed Jared Goff.

Brad Holmes on drafting a QB: ‘We like Jared (Goff). He’s our starter’

The Lions general manager didn’t sound like he was interested in adding a starting quarterback, but the backup position sounds like a priority.

Duce Staley explains why he left Detroit Lions for Carolina Panthers

The former Lions coach credits being closer to home and reuniting with Frank Reich as two motivating factors for his move to Carolina.

Calvin Johnson says he’s excited to be around the Detroit Lions again

It certainly sounds like the Lions and Calvin Johnson are ready to make amends for good.

Ben Johnson explains plans for Jameson Williams in Year 2

The Lions offensive coordinator said Jameson Williams will be ‘all over the place’ in 2023.

Lions OC Ben Johnson explains why he stayed in Detroit

Ben Johnson said he’s never been more encouraged by the Lions’ direction and had to come back to see it through.

T.J. Hockenson says it ‘was huge’ Detroit Lions retained OC Ben Johnson

The former Lions tight end praised Detroit and his old offensive coordinator in a candid conversation at the Pro Bowl.

Interview: Aidan Hutchinson talks big win vs. GB, Aaron Rodgers slights, best rookie moment

Aidan Hutchinson joined the podcast to recap his rookie season, talk about their big finish to the season, and the motivation they got from Aaron Rodgers.

Maxx Crosby shows Detroit Lions some love in mic’d up conversation at Pro Bowl

A casual conversation between Maxx Crosby and Penei Sewell at the Pro Bowl was picked up by the Lions’ production crew.

Michael Brockers makes case for Aidan Hutchinson as Defensive Rookie of the Year

The veteran defensive lineman believes Aidan Hutchinson should win Defensive Rookie of the Year.

DJ Chark praises Lions coaching staff’s ability to build relationships, elevate players

DJ Chark said the Lions coaching staff has some unique qualities he hasn’t seen since college.

Taylor Decker provides more details on Duce Staley’s departure

Decker provided a little insight into why Duce Staley is leaving the Lions, and how it all happened.

Jamaal Williams speaks out against fines: ‘They trying to take my personality away’

Lions RB Jamaal Williams talked out against the two celebration fines he received during the 2022 season.

Former Lions QB Josh Dobbs raves about Detroit’s culture: ‘They just get it’

Josh Dobbs only was a Detroit Lion for 16 days, but he came away extremely impressed by the franchise.

VIDEO: Brad Holmes gets emotional talking about Amon-Ra St. Brown, Penei Sewell

Lions GM Brad Holmes fought back tears as he talked about how proud he was of Amon-Ra St. Brown and Penei Sewell.

Brad Holmes not changing free agency strategy despite better roster, more resources

Don’t expect the Lions to go on a shopping spree this offseason.

Lions GM Brad Holmes: Jared Goff has ‘proven’ he’s a starting QB

Brad Holmes with a profound line regarding NFL QBs: "I think it’s a lot easier to get worse at quarterback than to get better at quarterback in this league."

Dan Campbell leaves little doubt that Jared Goff will be Lions’ QB1 for 2023

After a strong finish to the season, Jared Goff has clearly earned the trust of the Detroit Lions and coach Dan Campbell.

What Detroit Lions players were saying in the locker room after win vs. Packers

Lions players share their thoughts on the win and the season.

DeShon Elliott feels disrespected by Aaron Rodgers: ‘I don’t like none of that shit’

The Detroit Lions safety feels like Aaron Rodgers and the Packers aren’t taking them seriously, and is eager to stand up for the franchise.

Aaron Glenn has no schematic regrets after poor run defense vs. Panthers

Glenn blamed execution and technique for the Detroit Lions’ poor performance against the run vs. the Panthers.

Frank Ragnow calls Pro Bowl nod ‘dream come true’ while battling injury

Frank Ragnow said 2022 has been one of the toughest years of his career, but also one of the most rewarding.

Jets defender praises Lions OC Ben Johnson for game-winning TD call

Jets cornerback D.J. Reed gave an interesting perspective of the Lions’ game-winning touchdown, and had to give it up to Ben Johnson.

LB coach thinks complacency would be a ‘joke’ for hot Lions team

Lions LB coach Kelvin Sheppard was nearly insulted by the insinuation that Detroit would grow complacent after their hot streak.

Despite fondness for old team, Aaron Glenn wants to ‘beat the hell’ out of Jets

Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn owes a lot to the New York Jets, which is exactly why he wants to take it to them on Sunday.

Taylor Decker played through appendicitis for a full month

Detroit Lions Taylor Decker is one tough dude.

How Lions players reacted to Penei Sewell’s game-clinching catch

Here’s how Detroit Lions players reacted to the team’s crazy, game-clinching play to Penei Sewell.

Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown is ‘playing like a top-5, top-10 receiver’

It’s getting hard to argue that Amon-Ra St. Brown belongs anywhere other than the top-10 among NFL wideouts.

Dan Campbell excited for Lions vs. Vikings: ‘This is why you get into coaching’

Dan Campbell expects an ‘electric’ atmosphere at Ford Field as big divisional matchup between the Lions and Vikings loom.

Detroit Lions have not made decision on activating Jameson Williams vs. Jaguars

The Lions haven’t made a decision on Jameson Williams, but everything is pointing to him sitting at least one more week.

Aidan Hutchinson will be thinking of draft-day snub from Jaguars on Sunday

The Detroit Lions’ second overall pick says getting passed over by the Jaguars will be in the back of his head Sunday

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