Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs flashed the explosiveness and elusiveness in the open field as a rookie that made it easy to see why general manager Brad Holmes chose him in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft.
Jared Goff remains a key financial priority for the Lions, but no new deal exists for the team’s franchise passer.
The Detroit Lions were likely aware the Green Bay Packers were in need of a cornerback. As the first round progressed, it became clear that the early run on offensive players would cause some very talented and highly-coveted defensive players to drop.
The Detroit Lions' 2024 Draft class has been praised on a national scale. General manager Brad Holmes' six-player haul received high remarks from pundits across the league, mainly for the decision to double up with two solid cornerbacks.
Lions GM Brad Holmes explained how they evaluate prospects for comparison and noted they try not to refer to prospects by rounds because they are either a starter or backup on the roster.
The Detroit Lions identified the cornerback position as a clear need heading into the 2024 offseason. As a result, general manager Brad Holmes aggressively sought out talent at the position.
Professionals in the NFL react to Detroit’s 2024 draft haul. While it’s safe to say most people are pretty high on whatever Brad Holmes does at this point, some NFL executives speaking anonymously to The Athletic aren’t so sure.
The Detroit Lions' 2024 Draft class is full of potential. With six picks, general manager Brad Holmes attempted to stockpile talent that is capable of either starting right away or providing reliable depth.
Last year we were looking for inspiration for something to write about the Detroit Lions on a Friday a few weeks before camp. That's sort of what you have
Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes and the personnel department have been praised for their draft haul. After the dust has settled, there has been slightly more debate regarding the decisions made to trade up, especially in the fourth round.
After much debate about what the Detroit Lions would do in the 2024 NFL Draft, Brad Holmes & Co. came away with six players. And based on the early reviews, Holmes delivered another solid draft haul.
Aside from being the consensus top overall pick for more than a year, 2024 first-round QB Caleb Williams has a plethora of weapons players in his situation rarely have.
The Detroit Lions were puffing out their chests before the 2024 NFL Draft began. They nailed their picks in the first two rounds last year en route to an NFC Championship Game berth.
With sky high expectations for the Lions entering year four 4 under general manager Brad Holmes and coach Dan Campbell, the Lions needed a strong draft to fill out a few areas of concern.
For the Detroit Lions, rewarding players who embody everything the organization and coaching staff require is an easy decision. Amon-Ra St. Brown and Penei Sewell were rewarded with hefty contract extensions, three years after being drafted by general manager Brad Holmes in his first draft at the helm. "It meant everything.
Here's a look at how the NFC North stacked up on the first day of the NFL Draft.
It's the largest ever signed by an offensive lineman at $112 million for four years, per Adam Schefter. The deal reportedly includes $85 million worth of guaranteed money.
The 2024 NFL Draft is just days away and there has been a ton of talk about the players that everyone knows. Most fans could name 20-30 players they know are going to get drafted and which ones they hope the Detroit Lions will wind up with. What about the guys that are flying in under the radar?
The city of Detroit is hosting the 2024 NFL Draft, and Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes had a stark warning about how things may play out for the hometown team when the first round gets underway on Thursday, April 25.
Lions GM Brad Holmes has entertained the idea of trading out of the first round with teams looking to move back into it.
Coming off a 12-5 regular season and a narrow loss in the NFC Championship Game, the Detroit Lions look to take the next step and advance to the Super Bowl for the first time in franchise history.
Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes zigged while the rest of the NFL world was zagging.
Brad Holmes and the Detroit Lions have been very good at drafting. so good that at the end of the 2023 season, they still had every draft pick this regime has made on the team in some fashion.
The Detroit Lions are coming off one of their best seasons in franchise history. They ran away with the NFC North in 2023 and advanced to the NFC Championship Game, where they were defeated by the San Francisco 49ers.
The Lions are expected to address their cornerback position in a significant way this offseason.
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