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Getting reps with reserves
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 6:52 PM
Sorsdal (undisclosed) is participating at the Lions' training camp, Benjamin Raven of MLive.com reports.
Analysis: Sorsdal was sidelined for all of the 2025 campaign after being placed on Detroit's injured-reserve list with an unspecified injury, but he now appears to be healthy again with training camp starting up. He's competing for a depth role on the offensive line in 2026. |
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On field in camp
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 6:46 PM
Rakestraw (shoulder) is participating during training camp, Nolan Bianchi of The Detroit News reports.
Analysis: The cornerback suffered a shoulder injury during a training camp practice last August and had to undergo season-ending surgery. Rakestraw played in eight regular-season games as a rookie two seasons ago, seeing more action on special teams than defense. A 2024 second-round pick, Rakestraw should be able to compete for playing time now that he's healthy again. |
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Involved at training camp
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 4:27 PM
Onwuzurike passed his conditioning test and is participating in the Lions' training camp activities, John Maakaron of SI.com reports.
Analysis: Onwuzurike missed the entire 2025 season with an ACL injury he suffered last July. The starting defensive tackle's return alongside a healthy Alim McNeill means the Lions' defensive interior just got significantly stronger for the 2026 season. |
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Ready for training camp
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 4:20 PM
McNeill (abdomen) passed his conditioning test and is participating in training camp, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: McNeill ended the 2025 season with an abdominal issue that caused him to miss the final game of the regular season. The starting defensive tackle missed the first six games of the campaign while he finished his recovery from a December 2024 ACL tear. If the 26-year-old can maintain his current health throughout the 2026 season, the Lions' defensive line should be able to generate more consistent interior pressure. |
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Jahmyr Gibbs Jahmyr Gibbs Coach downplays absence
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 11:23 AM
Lions coach Dan Campbell said Thursday that he's "not even sweating" Gibbs' absence from training camp amidst contract negotiations, though Campbell also noted that the running back is dealing with minor back discomfort, ESPN.com's Eric Woodyard reports.
Analysis: Multiple reports point to the contract situation as the impetus for Gibbs' absence through the first two days of training camp. The back injury is something to keep in mind, but it doesn't sound serious and might heal in a hurry with a new contract in hand. The Lions have Gibbs under team control for two more years after picking up his fifth-year option for 2027 ($14.3 million). A prolonged hold-in is possible if the two sides can't reach an agreement, but the current CBA essentially guarantees that no player on a rookie contract will hold out from actual games. Still, it'd be a minor ding to Gibbs' immense fantasy value if the situation were to drag on and affect his practice participation well into August. |
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Jahmyr Gibbs Jahmyr Gibbs Not practicing Thursday
Thu, Jul 30, 2026, 9:31 AM
Gibbs (contract) remained absent from practice Thursday, Jeremy Reisman of Pride of Detroit reports.
Analysis: Entering the fourth year of his rookie contract, Gibbs is unable to stage a true holdout but seems to be opting for a hold-in, at least for the time being. The Lions picked up his fifth-year option this spring, keeping him under contract for 2027 at a bargain price of $14.3 million. Gibbs clearly wants a long-term deal, but he's unlikely to approach his open-market value when the Lions still have two years of team control. There's minimal chance of the situation impacting Week 1 availability, but it could affect Gibbs' preparation in the lead up to the regular season. |
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Moved to NFI list
Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 7:39 PM
The Lions placed Manu (knee) on the active/non-football injury list Wednesday.
Analysis: Manu appeared in four games (one start) for the Lions during the 2025 regular season before being placed on injured reserve in mid-October due to a knee injury, which prevented him from playing the rest of the year. He's eligible to participate in training camp practice once he is fully healthy. |
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Jahmyr Gibbs Jahmyr Gibbs Not practicing, awaits new deal
Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 9:07 AM
Gibbs is not participating in Wednesday's training camp practice due to his desire for a new contract extension, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: Gibbs doesn't appear to be dealing with any sort of injuries, but he nonetheless won't participate in Detroit's first training camp practice. The star running back had his fifth-year option picked up by the Lions, keeping him under contract through the 2027 for $14.3 million that year, but Gibbs' dynamic talents are certainly work beyond the total salary of $3.2 million he carries for 2026. It remains to be seen whether Gibbs will stage a true 'hold-in' that spans beyond the early portion of training camp. With the Detroit having replaced David Montgomery with Isiah Pacheco this offseason, Gibbs' role and ceiling are only expected to grow in 2026. |
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Starting training camp on NFI
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 7:09 PM
The Lions placed Mahogany (undisclosed) on the active/non-football injury list Tuesday.
Analysis: It's unclear when Mahogany picked up the injury, nor the severity or nature of the issue. He'll be eligible to participate in practice once he's fully recovered from his injury, but in his absence, the likes of Juice Scruggs, Miles Frazier and Ben Bartch will have the chance to work with the first-team offense at left guard. |
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Placed on NFI list
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 7:03 PM
The Lions placed Izien on the active/non-football illness list Tuesday.
Analysis: It's unclear how severe of an illness Izien is dealing with, but he'll be eligible to participate in practice once he has fully recovered from his ailment. Izien signed a one-year contract with the Lions in March after spending the first three years of his NFL career with the Buccaneers, where he mostly operated on special teams while occasionally working in the secondary in 2025. He finished last year with 25 tackles (16 solo) and one forced fumble across 14 regular-season games. |
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Signs with Detroit
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 6:16 PM
Reeder signed with the Lions on Monday, Dave Birkett of The Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: The veteran linebacker played more on special teams than defense in three of the past four seasons. Reeder projects for a similar role in Detroit. |
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Tyler Conklin Tyler Conklin Lands on PUP list
Sun, Jul 26, 2026, 4:58 PM
The Lions placed Conklin (knee) on the active/PUP list Sunday.
Analysis: Conklin signed a one-year contract with the team back in March, and it's currently unclear when he picked up his current injury. Once healthy, the 30-year-old is expected to compete with Brock Wright (neck) for backup snaps behind No. 1 TE Sam LaPorta. |
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Moved to PUP
Sun, Jul 26, 2026, 4:50 PM
The Lions placed Joseph (knee) on the active/PUP list Sunday.
Analysis: Joseph is continuing to battle a lingering knee injury that forced him to miss Detroit's final 13 games of the 2025 season. The 25-year-old could now be in danger of missing time during the upcoming campaign if he's unable to progress in his recovery. |
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Opening training camp on PUP
Sun, Jul 26, 2026, 4:41 PM
The Lions placed Branch (Achilles) on the active/PUP list Sunday.
Analysis: Branch's move to the PUP list doesn't come as a surprise, as the 24-year-old is continuing to recover from a torn Achilles suffered last December. While there's currently no concrete timeline on his return, he should resume his role as Detroit's starting strong safety once healthy. |
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Sam LaPorta Sam LaPorta Cleared for training camp
Tue, Jul 21, 2026, 5:28 PM
LaPorta (herniated disc) was fully cleared earlier this month, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: LaPorta was limited during OTAs and minicamp while rehabbing from back surgery, but now he's on track to participate in training camp with the expectation that he'll be available to work fully in the process, while his initial level of practice involvement will be determined by the Lions. As the coming season approaches, LaPorta is slated to remain on the fantasy radar as a key cog in Detroit's offense while working as the team's top pass-catching tight end. Prior to his injury, LaPorta logged a 40-489-3 line on 49 targets in nine regular-season contests in 2025. |
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Sam LaPorta Sam LaPorta Primed for TE-friendly scheme
Tue, Jul 21, 2026, 9:34 AM
LaPorta (back) is expected to be full go for training camp after he was limited during OTAs and minicamp while rehabbing from back surgery, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: LaPorta remains Detroit's clear top tight end after a 2025 season in which he was limited to nine games due to a herniated disc, and the arrival of new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing could be especially relevant for his 2026 fantasy outlook. Twentyman notes that under Petzing, the Cardinals' offense leaned heavily on multiple-tight end packages last year, ranking close to the top of the league in usage of 12 and 13 personnel. Brock Wright and Tyler Conklin give the Lions depth and formation flexibility, but a healthy LaPorta will remain the position group's clear primary receiving threat. As has been the case in recent seasons, the main thing clouding LaPorta's outlook will be target competition, with Jared Goff also spreading the ball between wide receivers Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams and Isaac TeSlaa, plus Pro Bowl RB Jahmyr Gibbs. |
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Isaac TeSlaa Isaac TeSlaa Athleticism jump standing out
Tue, Jul 14, 2026, 9:57 AM
Lions wide receivers coach Scottie Montgomery said Sunday that TeSlaa looks stronger and more athletic entering Year 2, Jacob Richman of MLive.com reports.
Analysis: TeSlaa flashed touchdown upside as a rookie, finishing with 16 catches for 239 yards and six scores, including eight catches for 119 yards and two touchdowns over Detroit's final three regular-season games. Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams remain Jared Goff's top two targets, with RB Jahmyr Gibbs and TE Sam LaPorta also highly involved, but Kalif Raymond's departure gives TeSlaa a clear path to the No. 3 WR role. If TeSlaa's added strength and cleaner route breaks help him separate more consistently, he could take a step forward in Year 2 despite Detroit's crowded offense. Head coach Dan Campbell also praised TeSlaa's maturity during mandatory minicamp. |
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Isiah Pacheco Isiah Pacheco Embracing complementary role
Sat, Jun 27, 2026, 10:51 AM
Pacheco appears locked into Detroit's No. 2 running back role behind Jahmyr Gibbs as training camp approaches, Ben Raven of MLive reports.
Analysis: Running backs coach Tashard Choice has challenged Pacheco during spring activities to "love every possession," emphasizing the importance of maximizing a complementary workload behind Gibbs rather than focusing on snap counts. After injuries slowed Pacheco over the past two seasons in Kansas City, the 27-year-old is embracing his new opportunities and is expected to play a key role in Detroit's backfield. While Gibbs remains the Lions' clear workhorse, Pacheco's physical running style should earn him steady touches and give him significant fantasy upside if he's forced into a larger workload. Sione Vaki is also in the mix for reps behind Gibbs. |
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Appears at hearing
Thu, Jun 25, 2026, 4:49 PM
Arnold (shoulder), who faces felony charges of armed robbery and kidnapping, appeared at a hearing Thursday in Tampa, Fla., ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Per the report, Arnold was ordered held without bail until a pretrial detention hearing, which is scheduled for Monday. In a statement, the Lions said they were aware of the cornerback's situation but declined to comment "out of respect for the ongoing legal process." Arnold, who the team selected in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, recorded 31 tackles and an interception while playing in eight games in 2025 before suffering a season-ending shoulder injury. |
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Arrested on multiple felony charges
Wed, Jun 24, 2026, 10:20 PM
Arnold (shoulder) was arrested Wednesday and is facing multiple felony counts of robbery and kidnapping, the Hillsborough County (Fla.) State Attorney's Office announced.
Analysis: The announcement also noted that Arnold's charges carry a potential sentence of up to life in prison after the cornerback was allegedly the primary conspirator of an elaborate armed robbery and kidnapping plot that happened earlier in the offseason. The 23-year-old was the No. 24 overall pick in the 2024 Draft and has started 22 regular-season games across his first two seasons. He missed the final five games last season with a shoulder injury that required surgery. |
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