Lions The Lions appear set on bolstering their pass rush as they’ve met with some of the top EDGE rushers in this year’s draft during the combine. According to The Athletic’s Colton Pouncy, it wouldn’t be a surprise if Detroit walked away with one to two defensive ends before this off-season is over. Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated could also see the Lions targeting an edge … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Lions, Packers, Sam Darnold, Vikings
Lions Sign LB Derrick Barnes To Three-Year Extension
Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports that the Lions have signed LB Derrick Barnes to a three-year, $25.5 million extension on Friday. The contract reportedly includes $16 million fully guaranteed at signing. Barnes’ 2024 season was limited to just three games due to an injury that led to him being placed on season-ending injured reserve. Barnes, 25, was a three-year starter at … [Read more...] about Lions Sign LB Derrick Barnes To Three-Year Extension
NFC Notes: Bears, Lions, Sam Darnold, Vikings
Bears Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated could see the Bears eying an edge rusher or a versatile defensive back with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Lions Lions new OC John Morton arrived in Detroit after spending the last two years as the Broncos’ pass game coordinator. Denver HC Sean Payton called Morton a “super passionate” and dedicated coach. “Super … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Bears, Lions, Sam Darnold, Vikings
NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy, Vikings, Lions & Packers Combine Meetings
Lions Florida State CB Azareye’h Thomas had a formal Combine interview with the Lions. (Colton Pouncy) Louisville CB Quincy Riley had five formal Combine interviews, including with the Lions. (Devin Jackson) Iowa State CB Darien Porter had formal Combine interviews with six teams, including the Lions. (Tom Downey) Alabama TE CJ Dippre had a formal Combine interview with the … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy, Vikings, Lions & Packers Combine Meetings
NFC Notes: Justin Jefferson, Ben Johnson, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings
Bears Kevin Fishbain and Adam Jahns of The Athletic point out that multiple league sources believed there was a disconnect with the Bears development of QB Caleb Williams in his rookie season. “You got to have a plan to build around Caleb — and they seem to have that now,” said an anonymous scout. Many believe that the pairing of Williams and HC Ben Johnson will be a good … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Justin Jefferson, Ben Johnson, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Vikings