Six Lions players sat out Week 1 OTAs including LaPorta and Branch, but Dan Campbell's precautionary approach suggests smart injury management rather than major concerns.
Dan Campbell becomes the only NFL coach bold enough to skip rookie minicamp entirely, explaining his rookies "aren't ready for football" and prioritizing proper conditioning over traditional team activities.
Dan Campbell made the Lions the only NFL team to skip rookie minicamp because he's tired of watching rookies "all over the ground" when they could wait and actually learn something with the veterans instead.
Dan Campbell's no-nonsense end-of-year reset message signals a back-to-basics approach where every Lions player will have to prove themselves all over again in what could be the most competitive training camp of his coaching era.
Dan Campbell delivers classic coach speak on injury updates for Branch, Joseph, and LaPorta, saying they're all improving but won't practice during OTAs.
Three key Lions players including Kerby Joseph, Sam LaPorta, and Brian Branch are dealing with injuries during OTAs, but Dan Campbell says it's not panic time yet as the team takes a cautious approach to their recovery.
Brad Holmes' struggling draft class has two years left to prove they belong after a disappointing start that's testing the patience of Lions fans who watched him nail his first three drafts.
Seven position battles heating up at Lions OTAs from Miles Frazier's versatility to the nickel defense mystery that could reshape Detroit's roster.
The NFL's moved-up final roster cut deadline gives the Lions less than 24 hours after their Saturday preseason finale to trim to 53 players, creating a chaotic scramble for Brad Holmes and his staff.
We crunched the numbers on what it actually costs to follow the Lions to every single game, from $180 road trips to $750 nightmares that'll make your wallet bleed Honolulu Blue.
