Before any extension talks can be finalized, Detroit must first address Gibbs’ fifth-year option. That deadline arrives on May 1, and there is virtually no doubt the Lions will exercise it. Doing so would keep Gibbs under contract through the 2027 season at a fully guaranteed salary.

The Detroit Lions may have Alabama offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor on their NFL draft radar.

Mike Payton reveals the Detroit Lions offense now carries coaching DNA from Sean Payton, Andy Reid, and Norv Turner, giving Dan Campbell one of the most elite offensive brain trusts in the NFL.

Florida DT Caleb Banks, a Detroit native, was projected as a first-round NFL draft pick before missing most of the season with a foot injury.

Exploring could Tanner Engstrand return to Detroit Lions after departing New York Jets.

A prominent former Detroit Lions writer has thrown former Lions QB Matthew Stafford under the bus with some harsh commentary.

Free agency, the scouting combine and the 2026 NFL Draft highlight the NFL's offseason events, with the Lions aiming to be active participants to improve their roster for the 2026 season. There are key positions on Detroit's offensive and defensive line to upgrade, with the Lions having several options to make those upgrades.

The Rams recently agreed to a contract extension with fellow safety Quinten Lake, and as a result Curl could be headed for free agency. As mentioned earlier, the Lions have some injury questions with both of their starters at safety, and Curl could be someone who could plug in and play right away in their scheme.

Jared Goff will take part in the 2026 NFL Pro Bowl games. The team announced on Monday that he has been added to the All-Star Game, replacing Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold, who will be playing in Super Bowl 60 in two weeks.