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Observations: Tyleik Williams Limited at Lions Rookie Minicamp

6 days ago | sacbee.com | John Maakaron

The Detroit Lions began their trek toward training camp Friday with the start of rookie minicamp. From Friday through Sunday, the draft picks, undrafted free agents and tryout players will get acclimated to the Lions' scheme and compete for roster spots heading into OTAs, training camp and the preseason. Friday marked the first portion of workouts open to the media of the new season, allowing for a first look at all of Detroit's newcomers.
Lions 2025 Rookie Minicamp Roster Revealed

6 days ago | yardbarker.com | John Maakaron

The Detroit Lions will get their first look at their 2025 NFL draft picks during rookie minicamp, which begins Friday, but the opportunity will also be there for players on tryout basis to try and make the roster ahead of organized team activities. In addition to the seven draft picks and 10 undrafted free agents, the Lions filled their rookie minicamp roster with several players on tryout deals who have varying degress of experience.
Lions 2025 Rookie Minicamp Roster Revealed

6 days ago | si.com | John Maakaron

The Detroit Lions will get their first look at their 2025 NFL draft picks during rookie minicamp, which begins Friday, but the opportunity will also be there for players on tryout basis to try and make the roster ahead of organized team activities. In addition to the seven draft picks and 10 undrafted free agents, the Lions filled their rookie minicamp roster with several players on tryout deals who have varying degress of experience.
Notes: Former Eagles Standout Expects Hutchinson to Bounce Back Strong

1 week ago | idahostatesman.com | John Maakaron

The Detroit Lions will lean on Aidan Hutchinson to be a prominent piece of their defense in 2025. Hutchinson was playing at an elite level in 2024 prior to a season-ending injury suffered in Week 6. He appears to be progressing well in his recovery, and is expected to be ready to go for the start of the season.
Notes: Former Eagles Standout Expects Hutchinson to Bounce Back Strong

1 week ago | heraldsun.com | John Maakaron

Should Detroit Lions Sign Free Agent OLB Jadeveon Clowney? The Detroit Lions will lean on Aidan Hutchinson to be a prominent piece of their defense in 2025. Hutchinson was playing at an elite level in 2024 prior to a season-ending injury suffered in Week 6. He appears to be progressing well in his recovery, and is expected to be ready to go for the start of the season.
Former Eagles Standout Expects Detroit Lions Aidan Hutchinson to Bounce Back Strong

1 week ago | si.com | John Maakaron

The Detroit Lions will lean on Aidan Hutchinson to be a prominent piece of their defense in 2025. Hutchinson was playing at an elite level in 2024 prior to a season-ending injury suffered in Week 6. He appears to be progressing well in his recovery, and is expected to be ready to go for the start of the season.
Detroit Lions Defense Ranked Sixth Following 2025 NFL Draft

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | John Maakaron

With a secondary that is on the verge of becoming just as reliable as the offense, the team can continue to battle for division titles and playoff success. Last season, injuries decimated Detroit's defense, with over a dozen players eventually landing on the injured reserve list. Most notably, Hutchinson is expected to return to continue the stellar start to his NFL career. The teams ahead of the Lions in the ranking include the Ravens, Texans, Bills, Eagles and Broncos.
Detroit Lions defense ranked sixth following 2025 NFL Draft

1 week ago | si.com | John Maakaron

The Detroit Lions defense is not expected to have a dramatic dip in performance this upcoming NFL season. In a recent ranking of NFL defenses following the 2025 Draft by Bleacher Report, Kelvin Sheppard's unit ranked sixth. "With a healthy Hutchinson back in the fold, a line that also features tackles Alim McNeil and DJ Reader and edge-rusher Josh Paschal should be a problem for opponents, especially with first-rounder Tyleik Williams also working into the mix inside," writes Gary Davenport.
Lions Fans Have Mixed Reaction to Jadeveon Clowney Being Released

1 week ago | myrtlebeachonline.com | John Maakaron

Detroit Lions fans had a mixed reaction to the decision the Carolina Panthers made to release veteran outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney. The 32-year-old veteran recorded 5.5 sacks last season (team high) in his final season with Carolina. Heading into the 2025 season, Detroit is continuing to seek out players who can consistently disrupt the quarterback. General manager Brad Holmes re-signed Marcus Davenport and drafted Ahmed Hassanein.
Lions Fans Have Mixed Reaction to Jadeveon Clowney Being Released

1 week ago | islandpacket.com | John Maakaron

Free Agents Detroit Lions Could Still Target in 2025 Detroit Lions fans had a mixed reaction to the decision the Carolina Panthers made to release veteran outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney. The 32-year-old veteran recorded 5.5 sacks last season (team high) in his final season with Carolina. Heading into the 2025 season, Detroit is continuing to seek out players who can consistently disrupt the quarterback. General manager Brad Holmes re-signed Marcus Davenport and drafted Ahmed Hassanein.