Brad Holmes surprised Lions fans by trading up for projected third-rounder Derrick Moore and slot receiver Kendrick Law while seemingly drafting for need over talent for the first time.
The Lions traded up for Kentucky WR Kendrick Law, a versatile player buried in a bad offense who could shine on special teams and as a multi-position weapon under Brad Holmes' development.
Matt Campbell initially agreed to be the Detroit Lions head coach before changing his mind and staying at Iowa State, leading to the Lions hiring Dan Campbell instead in what turned out to be a franchise-changing sliding doors moment.
Detroit Lions almost hired Iowa State's Matt Campbell as head coach before he changed his mind, leading to Dan Campbell getting the job instead.
The Lions get an extra roster spot as sixth-round pick Ahmed Hassanein receives an international roster exemption, giving Brad Holmes more flexibility during training camp.
Cornerback Terrion Arnold reveals what makes Dan Campbell's Lions training camp different, from intense two-hour practices to veteran leadership that actually teaches teammates.
The Giants exploited the NFL's broken compensatory pick deadline to steal draft compensation that should have gone to the Lions for losing DJ Reader.
The Lions lost 11 free agents including DJ Reader to the Giants, but losing coverage linebacker Alex Anzalone and his $8.5 million per year contract hurts most with no obvious replacement ready.
Brad Holmes is aggressively reshaping the Lions roster with big signings like Cade Mays and painful departures including David Montgomery and Taylor Decker in a calculated offseason overhaul.
Nine new undrafted rookies join the Lions with DT Aidan Keanaaina and EDGE Anthony Lucas leading the pack as Holmes searches for hidden gems after zero UDFAs made the initial roster.
