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Dec 11, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez (44) is introduced

4 Detroit Lions players who could lose their job to a rookie

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Jun 8, 2023

Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes preparing himself in battle for role and roster spot

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Jun 3, 2023

Versatility is the new word in the Detroit Lions secondary

Curt Steele

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May 30, 2023

Halapoulivaati Vaitai is healthy and ready to resume role as Lions starting right guard

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May 26, 2023

Detroit Lions v Dallas Cowboys

Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn has high hopes for Josh Paschal

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May 26, 2023

BOCA RATON, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 18: Brodric Martin #99 of the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers sacks Chase Brice #7 of the Appalachian State Mountaineers during the first half of the RoofClaim.com Boca Raton Bowl at FAU Stadium on December 18, 2021 in Boca Raton, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Brodric Martin fully intends to contribute to Detroit Lions defensive line right away

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May 21, 2023

Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (87) talks to reporters after Rookie Minicamp Saturday, May 13, 2023.

Sam LaPorta makes strong first impression in quest to be the Lions’ No. 1 tight end

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May 14, 2023

DETROIT, MI - SEPTEMBER 18: Malcolm Rodriguez #44 of the Detroit Lions runs off the field during an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders at Ford Field on September 18, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)

5 biggest losers for the Detroit Lions after the 2023 NFL Draft

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May 9, 2023

Jack Campbell, Detroit Lions (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)

Detroit Lions: Will Jack Campbell take a starting job right away?

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May 7, 2023

TUSCALOOSA, AL - OCTOBER 22: Jahmyr Gibbs #1 of the Alabama Crimson Tide runs away from Collin Duncan #19 of the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the second half at Bryant-Denny Stadium on October 22, 2022 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Brandon Sumrall/Getty Images)

Did the Detroit Lions upgrade to their backfield this offseason?

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May 2, 2023

Dec 24, 2022; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) calls signals at the line of scrimmage during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

Updated Detroit Lions roster, depth chart ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft

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Apr 23, 2023

CHARLOTTE, NC - OCTOBER 9: Emmanuel Moseley #4 of the San Francisco 49ers defends during the game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on October 9, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The 49ers defeated the Panthers 37-15. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/Getty Images)

Detroit Lions free agent signing named a potential loser from the draft

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Apr 16, 2023

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 24: James Mitchell #82 of the Detroit Lions carries the ball against the Buffalo Bills during the second quarter at Ford Field on November 24, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Rey Del Rio/Getty Images)

New Lions tight ends coach has high hopes for James Mitchell in his second season

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Apr 14, 2023

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - DECEMBER 18: DJ Chark #4 of the Detroit Lions runs with the ball as D.J. Reed #4 of the New York Jets defends during the first half at MetLife Stadium on December 18, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Is DJ Chark’s replacement already on the Lions roster?

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Mar 27, 2023

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Lions essentially going to back to square one with D’Andre Swift

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Mar 2, 2023

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - JANUARY 01: Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears and Jeff Okudah #1 of the Detroit Lions embrace after the game at Ford Field on January 01, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images)

Dan Campbell says cornerback Jeff Okudah is not in the doghouse

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Jan 3, 2023

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JANUARY 02: Ifeatu Melifonwu #26 of the Detroit Lions celebrates after a defensive play during the second quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on January 02, 2022 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)

Opportunity set to knock for Ifeatu Melifonwu against the Panthers

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Dec 22, 2022

Detroit Lions linebacker James Houston (59) celebrates a sack of Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022.

Lions rookie James Houston made most of opportunity against the Bills

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Nov 25, 2022

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - OCTOBER 30: Kerby Joseph #31 of the Detroit Lions celebrates against the Miami Dolphins during the first quarter at Ford Field on October 30, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)

Kerby Joseph is a beacon of light in the Detroit Lions secondary

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Nov 3, 2022

ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 23: T.J. Hockenson #88 of the Detroit Lions makes the catch against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on October 23, 2022 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)

4 options for the Detroit Lions to replace T.J. Hockenson in 2023

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Nov 2, 2022

Oct 3, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Detroit Lions cornerback Jerry Jacobs (39) leaves the field after the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Quinn Harris-USA TODAY Sports

Jerry Jacobs playing more will only help the Detroit Lions secondary

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Nov 2, 2022

Lions defensive end John Cominsky celebrates after making a tackle against the Falcons during the second half of the Lions' 27-23 preseason loss to the Falcons on Friday, Aug. 12, 2022 at Ford Field.Lions Atl

Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn confirms defensive line reinforcements coming

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Oct 21, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - SEPTEMBER 25: Johnny Mundt #86 of the Minnesota Vikings catches the ball in the fourth quarter of the game against the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 25, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

Lions cornerback Amani Oruwariye ready for opportunity to rebound after benching

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Oct 20, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - SEPTEMBER 25: Cornerback Amani Oruwariye #24 of the Detroit Lions tries to tackle tight end Johnny Mundt #86 of the Minnesota Vikingsat U.S. Bank Stadium on September 25, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

Amani Oruwariye is not yet out of the mix in the Lions secondary

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Oct 18, 2022

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Lions might bench cornerback Amani Oruwariye, if they could

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Oct 5, 2022

Aug 28, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubiski (10) is brought down by Detroit Lions defensive lineman Demetrius Taylor (62) and Bruce Hector during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports

Lions undrafted rookie Demetrius Taylor lined up to make NFL debut on Sunday

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Oct 4, 2022

Lions linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez (foreground) celebrates with teammates after a tackle on Atlanta Falcons kick returner Avery Williams (35) during the first half of a preseason game Aug.12, 2022 at Ford Field.Lions Atl

It ultimately doesn’t matter if Malcolm Rodriguez is a Week 1 starter for the Lions

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Sep 9, 2022

Aug 28, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Oklahoma State Univresity alumni Detroit Lions linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez (44) Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) and quarterback Mason Rudolph (2) pose for a photo after the game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Bleacher Report confirms what was already obvious about Malcolm Rodriguez

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Sep 3, 2022

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