When safety Thomas Harper became the 53rd man on the Detroit Lions roster, it brought an end to rumors of a long-awaited Za’Darius Smith reunion. It was a disappointing conclusion to a scenario that captivated the imagination of fans, eager to see Smith play alongside Aidan Hutchinson. Putting An End To Rumors Of A Za’Darius Smith, Lions Reunion Smith proved to be an … [Read more...] about Putting An End To Rumors Of A Za’Darius Smith, Lions Reunion
Hendon Hooker’s Time In Detroit Comes To An End
When Hendon Hooker was drafted by the Lions in the third round of the 2023 draft, the Detroit Lions saw him as their future quarterback-in-waiting. Hendon Hooker’s Time In Detroit Comes To An End The former SEC Offensive Player of the Year was still recovering from a devastating ACL tear, and it was understood he couldn’t be an immediate contributor. However, with Jared Goff … [Read more...] about Hendon Hooker’s Time In Detroit Comes To An End
Dan Campbell’s Comments Could Lead to Lions, Raiders Trade
The Detroit Lions used a third-round pick on Hendon Hooker in the 2023 NFL Draft, and the Tennessee product could leave the team before ever making a start for the organization. Selected at a time when nobody definitively knew if Jared Goff was the future for the Lions, Hooker spent the past two seasons as the second- or third-string quarterback while Goff stayed healthy and … [Read more...] about Dan Campbell’s Comments Could Lead to Lions, Raiders Trade
The Detroit Lions Path to The 53-Man Roster
Tuesday, August 26th, is the date for the final roster cutdown. For players on the bubble of making the roster, the decision might come down to positional versatility. If a player can make an impact on special teams, that could open up a pathway to the Lions’ 53-man roster. The Detroit Lions Path to The 53-Man Roster If a talented DB or wide receiver can also make an impact … [Read more...] about The Detroit Lions Path to The 53-Man Roster
Takeaways From The Detroit Lions Preseason Loss to Miami
Even though the Detroit Lions lost 24-17 on Saturday, the preseason game against the Miami Dolphins served its purpose. One of the most important aspects of any preseason game is the opportunity to evaluate players who are on the bubble of making the 53-man roster. Takeaways From The Detroit Lions’ Preseason Loss to Miami When analyzing players, coaches want to see who is … [Read more...] about Takeaways From The Detroit Lions Preseason Loss to Miami