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Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Michael Colwander"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>5 of the Lions&#39; most interesting offensive players before the preseason</title><link>https://sidelionreport.com/5-of-the-lions-most-interesting-offensive-players-before-the-preseason-01kzvngy267w?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Bo Underwood</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzvngy267w</guid><description>Detroit&#39;s offense is certainly more set than their defense, but there are still some questions lingering for that side of the field. </description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2890,h_1625,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/53/01kzvp3h30a87ewz35sa.jpg" caption="Detroit Lions wide receiver Jackson Meeks (12) practices during OTAs at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Thursday, June 11, 2026. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Bo Underwood"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Lions fans shouldn&#39;t overreact to Blake Miller&#39;s preseason debut</title><link>https://sidelionreport.com/lions-fans-shouldn-t-overreact-to-blake-miller-s-preseason-debut-01kzv8s0axnh?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Michael Colwander</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzv8s0axnh</guid><description>Rookie OT Blake Miller is set to make is preseason debut, and it&#39;s best to temper expectations.</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5527,h_3108,x_0,y_444/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/53/01kzv8vw4ar9wdw2e9sn.jpg" caption="Detroit Lions tackle Blake Miller (76) speaks to media members after practice during training camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Michael Colwander"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Lions&#39; joint practice decision looks better by the day amid training camp brawls </title><link>https://sidelionreport.com/lions-joint-practice-decision-looks-better-by-the-day-amid-training-camp-brawls-01kzvbkww79z?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Candace Pedraza</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzvbkww79z</guid><description>Detroit might&#39;ve dodged a bullet this year by deciding against a joint practice. </description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4979,h_2800,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/53/01kzvbvnhw9zcggb3pjw.jpg" caption="Aug 3, 2026; Allen Park, MI, USA; Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell addresses the media prior to Detroit Lions training camp. 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</title><link>https://sidelionreport.com/lions-fa-will-finally-get-a-chance-to-introduce-himself-after-cade-mays-injury-01kzp9600sab?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Bo Underwood</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzp9600sab</guid><description>The Detroit Lions just had some crushing injury news come up, and will now be scrambling to come up with a backup plan.</description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1840,h_1035,x_241,y_285/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/53/01kzpae7xq8b14gbwaz3.jpg" caption="Detroit Lions center Seth McLaughlin (65), left, and guard Michael Niese (62), walk off the field with offensive line coach Hank Fraley after practice during OTAs at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Friday, May 29, 2026. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Bo Underwood"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Isiah Pacheco&#39;s injury gives an underrated player a chance to shine in the preseason</title><link>https://sidelionreport.com/isiah-pacheco-s-injury-gives-an-underrated-player-a-chance-to-shine-in-the-preseason-01kzp62y0wfd?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Candace Pedraza</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzp62y0wfd</guid><description>Pacheco being out for most of the preseason could mean Saylors is about to get major starting snaps the rest of August. </description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2863,h_1610,x_2447,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/53/01kzp6465767hhd68ahf.jpg" caption="Detroit Lions assistant wide receivers coach Bruce Gradkowski, left, talks to running back Jacob Saylors (25) before OTAs at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Thursday, June 11, 2026. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Candace Pedraza"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Lions 2026 training camp tracker: Latest updates, news, injuries, rumors, and more</title><link>https://sidelionreport.com/lions-2026-training-camp-tracker-latest-updates-news-injuries-rumors-and-more-01kyhsm6erem?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Candace Pedraza</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kyhsm6erem</guid><description>Bookmark this page to keep up with the schedule, news, and updates around Lions training camp. </description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3423,h_1925,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/53/01kyqfqm0be5gv67tkph.png" caption="Detroit Lions RB 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url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2310,h_1299,x_1698,y_238/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/53/01kzkkwz1vgf7179hhqq.jpg" caption="Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell  | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brad Berreman"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Josh Dobbs is the ideal replacement for Teddy Bridgewater as the Lions&#39; QB2</title><link>https://sidelionreport.com/josh-dobbs-is-the-ideal-replacement-for-teddy-bridgewater-at-the-lions-qb2?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brad Berreman</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzkry22f1f</guid><description>With Teddy Bridgewater leaving the team, the Detroit Lions had a QB2 option who stood out as a nice fit and he has quickly been signed.</description><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 20:11:18 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail 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</description><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5544,h_3118,x_318,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/53/01kzhw0kfqa8536rksa6.jpg" caption="Aug 3, 2026; Allen Park, MI, USA; Detroit Lions offensive lineman Juice Scruggs (70) walks off the field following Detroit Lions training camp. 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Mandatory Credit: Paul Barnick-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Candace Pedraza"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jacob Saylors has golden opportunity to add to his UFL success story with Lions</title><link>https://sidelionreport.com/jacob-saylors-has-golden-opportunity-to-add-to-his-ufl-success-story-with-lions-01kzbydp6qs1?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Max DeMara</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzbydp6qs1</guid><description>Jacob Saylors could be the leader in the clubhouse to be the Detroit Lions&#39; third running back due to his hard work and determination.</description><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2234,h_1256,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/53/01kzea5wxpyaqer9nc3s.jpg" caption="Aug 3, 2026; Allen Park, MI, USA; Detroit Lions running back Jacob Saylors (25) walks off the field following Detroit Lions training camp. 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22:01:39 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1372,h_771,x_203,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/53/01kzcgf9m8wggrakq679.jpg" caption="Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (26) and running back David Montgomery (5) celebrate 34-31 win over Green Bay Packers as he exits the field at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Candace Pedraza"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Lions next move after massive Jahmyr Gibbs extension could not be clearer</title><link>https://sidelionreport.com/lions-next-move-after-massive-jahmyr-gibbs-extension-could-not-be-clearer-01kzbjsg7cq7?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Lou Scataglia</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzbjsg7cq7</guid><description>With the Detroit Lions locking up Jahmyr Gibbs on a 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caption="Detroit Lions cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. (2) practices during training camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Thursday, July 30, 2026. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Bo Underwood"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Devin White arrives hungry to prove himself amid Lions injury woes in camp</title><link>https://sidelionreport.com/devin-white-arrives-hungry-to-prove-himself-amid-lions-injury-woes-in-camp-01kz77txdp8v?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Max DeMara</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kz77txdp8v</guid><description>Linebacker Devin White has come to the Detroit Lions ready to make a major impact this season and has wasted little time impressing coaches.</description><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail 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