Drew Petzing turned backup linemen into productive starters in Arizona, and now he's got real talent to work with in Detroit's rebuilt offensive line.
Sam LaPorta enters his fourth NFL season at the exact point where tight ends who exploded as rookies either become legends or fade into footnotes, and his massive contract extension hangs in the balance.
The Terrion Arnold situation is heartbreaking for Detroit, but calling it a collapse ignores the Lions' strong draft track record and the consensus support for picking the top-rated corner available.
The Lions' offensive line is getting a major shuffle with Penei Sewell moving to left tackle and a veteran possibly stealing the starting left guard job from Christian Mahogany.
The Lions need a cornerback after the Terrion Arnold situation, and Broncos CB Riley Moss fits the scheme, the budget, and the timeline Brad Holmes should be targeting.
Despite Terrion Arnold's arrest, Brian Branch's Achilles injury, and Kerby Joseph's knee concerns, the Lions secondary has more depth than panicking fans realize with proven veterans and emerging talent ready to step up.
The Lions' secondary just got thinner with Terrion Arnold's arrest, and Rock Ya-Sin might be the only realistic option to fill a massive hole at cornerback.
The Lions would save only $2.1 million by cutting Terrion Arnold after his arrest, but a CBA forfeitable breach clause could help recover bonus money if he's unable to play.
The Lions may need to sign a veteran corner like Adoree' Jackson, Rasul Douglas, or Tre'Davious White after Terrion Arnold's arrest on felony charges leaves a hole in the secondary.
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold faces multiple felony charges including kidnapping and robbery with potential life sentence as associates agree to testify against him.
