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Lions cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. has added bulk and density to his injury-prone frame, with Dan Campbell sounding genuinely optimistic about the second-round pick's chances of finally staying healthy.

Lions Finally Found the Fix for Their Injured Second-Round Pick

June 12, 2026

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Lions cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. has added bulk and density to his injury-prone frame, with Dan Campbell sounding genuinely optimistic about the second-round pick’s chances of finally staying healthy.

A deep dive into why Jahmyr Gibbs could be the next Detroit Lions player to land on the Madden cover after Caleb Williams gets the honor and what it would mean for franchise recognition.

Why Jahmyr Gibbs Should Be the Next Lions Star on the Madden Cover

June 12, 2026

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A deep dive into why Jahmyr Gibbs could be the next Detroit Lions player to land on the Madden cover after Caleb Williams gets the honor and what it would mean for franchise recognition.

Detroit Lions fans debate which player will be the next to grace the Madden cover after Calvin Johnson and Barry Sanders, with running back Jahmyr Gibbs emerging as the top candidate.

Which Lions Star Will Break the Madden Cover Drought After Watching the Bears Steal the Spotlight?

June 12, 2026

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Detroit Lions fans debate which player will be the next to grace the Madden cover after Calvin Johnson and Barry Sanders, with running back Jahmyr Gibbs emerging as the top candidate.

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THE GRIT LIST VAULT

Protected: Holmes Rebuilt the Defense, the Schedule Dropped, and Someone Put Campbell on a Hot Seat List

May 18, 2026

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Protected: Holmes Spoke, the Schedule Looms, and the Linebackers Are Still a Thing

May 11, 2026

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Protected: Blake Miller, Derrick Moore, and a Front Office That Just Changed How It Operates

May 4, 2026

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Detroit Lions Draft News

Giovanni Manu's position switch to guard might be his final chance to prove he belongs with the Detroit Lions after struggling to find his role on the offensive line.

Lions’ 2024 Draft Pick Giovanni Manu Fighting for His NFL Life at New Position

June 12, 2026

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Giovanni Manu’s position switch to guard might be his final chance to prove he belongs with the Detroit Lions after struggling to find his role on the offensive line.

Giovanni Manu is getting his last shot with the Lions as coaches experiment with moving the struggling trade-up pick from tackle to guard amid brutal competition for roster spots.

Giovanni Manu’s Last Chance: Why This Position Switch Could Save His Lions Career

June 12, 2026

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Giovanni Manu is getting his last shot with the Lions as coaches experiment with moving the struggling trade-up pick from tackle to guard amid brutal competition for roster spots.

The Detroit Lions are experimenting with Giovanni Manu at guard instead of tackle, potentially giving the struggling draft pick his last shot to prove he belongs on the roster.

Lions Give Giovanni Manu One Last Shot at New Position Before Cutting Him Loose

June 12, 2026

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The Detroit Lions are experimenting with Giovanni Manu at guard instead of tackle, potentially giving the struggling draft pick his last shot to prove he belongs on the roster.

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