Eric Woodyard
Coaching camps have kicked off across the NFL, and our group reporters are on the bottom every day following all of the motion. The Detroit Lions' camp is happening in Allen Park, Michigan and Lions reporter Eric Woodyard has the most recent intel on standouts, highlights, place battles, depth chart motion, reduce selections and naturally the quarterback room.
What follows is every little thing we're seeing and listening to at Lions camp. We'll replace this file typically with the most recent updates. Are the Lions able to grapple with one other season of overcoming playoff demons? Who're the breakouts to observe, particularly for fantasy soccer? And which gamers on the roster bubble might make the ultimate 53?
Let's get into all of it, and you'll want to maintain checking again for extra info.
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Thusday, Aug. 14
Lions QB Jared Goff was impressed with the general efficiency of his group, particularly on offense, after a robust week in opposition to the Miami Dolphins in joint practices.
Goff related with WR Jameson Williams for a 50-yard landing through the group interval as they proceed to mesh beneath new offensive coordinator John Morton.
“I feel issues began to type of jell just a little bit definitely,” Goff mentioned. “We have now a typical for ourselves, no matter who we're working towards in opposition to, that I feel we met two days in a row in each part and I feel that is a great factor. Now, does that imply we're there? No, we have nonetheless bought stuff to work on and loads of performs that I would prefer to have again.”
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Detroit Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff was in attendance, talking with Lions coach Dan Campbell and common supervisor Brad Holmes after follow. Bickerstaff watched carefully and was seeking to be taught as a lot as doable from members of the group to assist the Pistons turn out to be higher. “You see the atmosphere that is created. You see the competitors stage,” Bickerstaff instructed ESPN. “The eye to element and simply how one can mirror a few of these issues. You are simply making an attempt to select up as a lot as you possibly can.”
Second-year CB Terrion Arnold (hamstring) returned to the sector.
Professional Bowl tight finish Sam LaPorta shall be out for a few days whereas coping with an unspecified harm.
The Lions signed OL Zack Johnson and CB Allan George.
Detroit positioned CB Dicaprio Bootle (decrease leg) and OL Keaton Sutherland (knee) on injured reserve after each gamers have been injured in Wednesday's follow.
Lions legends Barry Sanders, Calvin Johnson and Herman Moore have been all in attendance for Wednesday's follow. Sanders instructed ESPN that he sees one other “nice yr out of” RB Jahmyr Gibbs getting into his third season and was impressed along with his development.
Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff with #Lions GM Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell following camp right now. pic.twitter.com/lSRShj8jo0
— Eric Woodyard (@E_Woodyard) August 14, 2025
Wednesday, Aug. 13
Of their first day of joint follow in opposition to the Miami Dolphins, Lions large receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown was impressed with the offense. As Detroit continues to regulate to its new coaches, together with first-year offensive coordinator John Morton, St. Brown mentioned they wanted a day like Wednesday through which they have been dominant at occasions. St. Brown was typically matched up with Dolphins cornerback Jack Jones, a fellow California native, however bought the higher of him in stay reps and one-on-one competitors.
“We really feel like day by day we might be higher, however I really feel like we needn't say it, it is the white elephant. We really feel like as an offense, possibly this camp, there was some struggles for us, as an offense, however I feel that is regular,” St. Brown mentioned. “We have new coaches, various things, transferring components, and you are going in opposition to a extremely good protection day by day.
“So, issues can get robust, however for us an offense, we all know the flexibility that we've got, the playmakers that we've got, the quarterback we've got, the O-line, so it is only a matter of time for us to simply maintain getting higher, bettering,” he mentioned. “That is the secret for us proper now and so long as we will simply maintain stacking days, I feel we'll be simply nice.”
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Motion bought chippy on the sector because the Lions and Dolphins have been concerned in just a few scuffles. Former Lions DB Ifeatu Melifonwu and wideout Jameson Williams had a dustup earlier than leaving the sector, which Melifonwu described to ESPN as simply “soccer.” Jones and Lions rookie large receiver Isaac TeSlaa additionally needed to be separated throughout stay reps after shoving one another just a few occasions close to the tip zone. TeSlaa did not again down even after having his helmet knocked off through the motion.
Lions offensive lineman Keaton Sutherland left follow early to be evaluated for a knee harm. He took a tough hit throughout a group interval that put him down for a protracted time frame earlier than being carted off the sector.
Cornerback Dicaprio Bootle additionally left follow early with a decrease leg harm.
#Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown was impressed with the offense, saying they wanted one like right now. He was typically matched up with Dolphins CB Jack Jones, a fellow Cali native who he is recognized since HS, however bought the higher of him in. “He is a talker however that is what will get him going,” he mentioned. pic.twitter.com/v1Pu0XFzvx
— Eric Woodyard (@E_Woodyard) August 13, 2025
Wednesday, Aug. 6
Initially, Lions coach Dan Campbell was contemplating enjoying all his rookies all through preseason. Nonetheless, Campbell stays uncertain if first-round decide Tyleik Williams and second-round offensive lineman Tate Ratledge will swimsuit up for the second preseason sport at Atlanta on Friday. The primary-year gamers additionally did not play within the Lions' Corridor of Fame Recreation versus the Los Angeles Chargers final week however are anticipated to contribute considerably instantly through the common season.
“Yeah, I am fascinated about that,” Campbell mentioned. “I want to get them going this sport, however I am not 100% set on that but.”
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Former Lions star Ndamukong Suh returned to the Lions follow facility for media obligations. It was his first time again since his departure in 2014. Suh was drafted No. 2 by the Lions in 2010 and introduced his retirement in July.
After follow, Lions security Kerby Joseph broke out his custom-made interception championship belt, which he mentioned was a present from his agent. He led the league with 9 interceptions in 2024.
Lions rookie receiver Dominic Lovett left Monday's follow early to be evaluated for an stomach harm. Campbell says he might miss 10 days. “I imply, it is simply going to take a minute,” Campbell mentioned.
#Lions S Kerby Joseph has an interception championship belt. Says he bought it from his agent. pic.twitter.com/ILLPV5ZHAu
— Eric Woodyard (@E_Woodyard) August 6, 2025
Camp recap: Who has been your standout performer of camp?
DE Aidan Hutchinson. New Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard says Hutchinson, regardless of coming off a season-ending leg harm, seems like a greater participant than final yr, and thus far, Sheppard is true.
Hutchinson has moved with no restrictions and has been dominant all through camp. Through the first scrimmage he logged three sacks and a stress — all on third down — as he continues to play with an edge.
“I can not wait. Camp is at all times a grind, so on these onerous days you sit up for September and we're opening up at Inexperienced Bay in order that's type of the thought sample,” Hutchinson mentioned. “All the things is to be prepared for that sport.”
Camp recap: What's the largest query to reply to your group in preseason video games?
The battle for QB2. Though veteran Jared Goff is the starter, Detroit should kind out its backup state of affairs all through preseason motion with most of the starters not suiting up.
Campbell introduced that Hendon Hooker will begin within the second sport in opposition to Atlanta, whereas Kyle Allen will play within the second half. Within the Corridor of Fame Recreation loss to the Chargers, Detroit completed with 5 turnovers as Allen threw two interceptions and Hooker tossed one. Neither QB has taken management all through camp as Hooker mentioned afterward that he was “very disillusioned” with the sloppy displaying.
“I can inform each of these guys are — it goes with out saying, they're pissed off with the best way that went, and so they each wish to enhance and get higher, and they'll,” Campbell mentioned.
Monday, Aug. 4
Detroit held its first “night time follow” of coaching camp, which started at 6 p.m. ET forward of the Lions' second preseason sport on Friday in Atlanta. Lions coach Dan Campbell likes to vary up follow occasions at the very least as soon as throughout camp to interrupt up the monotony just a little bit.
“After which it is, as to what our schedule has been over the past two to 3 years, you do not know once you're enjoying,” Campbell mentioned. “You are enjoying within the afternoon, you are enjoying at night time, you are enjoying 5 days away, 4 days away, six days, seven throughout. So, it is simply how will we combine up issues just a little bit and get them used to just a little little bit of the chaos in a great way.”
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The Lions signed CB Luq Barcoo.
Detroit positioned rookie security Dan Jackson on injured reserve, waived/injured RB Kye Robichaux and signed CB D.J. Miller. Miller most not too long ago performed for the UFL's Michigan Panthers. In 10 common season video games, Miller had 35 tackles and 9 move breakups to go along with a pair of interceptions.
Sunday, Aug. 3
The Lions returned to follow early Sunday morning after Thursday's 34-7 preseason loss to the Chargers within the Corridor of Fame sport, which included 5 turnovers.
Quarterback Hendon Hooker is predicted to begin the second preseason sport in opposition to Atlanta on Friday, whereas Kyle Allen, who threw two interceptions versus the Chargers, will play the second half. Hooker admitted that he was “very disillusioned” in himself after the primary sport, however he is seeking to bounce again and safe the QB2 spot behind Jared Goff.
Lions OT Taylor Decker (shoulder) took half within the particular person portion of follow for the primary time this coaching camp. In the meantime, Detroit head coach Dan Campbell mentioned veteran OT Dan Skipper will “be down for a few week” after struggling an ankle harm through the Corridor of Fame sport.
Skipper left the locker room in a strolling boot after the harm, but it surely should not be something long run. “He'll want to put off of it for just a little bit right here,” Campbell mentioned.
CB Terrion Arnold may even be down for just a little bit with a hamstring harm, though Campbell mentioned it isn't main. “This can be a low grade, however we're making an attempt to be sensible with it,” Campbell added. The Lions are hoping to have Arnold again at follow by the center of the week.
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Thursday, July 31
Lions nice Barry Sanders was in attendance, visiting the Professional Soccer Corridor of Fame Museum forward of Thursday's Corridor of Fame sport between the Lions and the Los Angeles Chargers.
Sanders referred to as it a “deal with” to see the Lions in Canton and mentioned it reminded him of a house sport, with so many Lions followers in attendance. Sanders was inducted into the Professional Soccer Corridor of Fame in 2004 after a legendary profession from 1989 to 1998.
“We really feel prefer it's gonna be one other nice yr,” Sanders instructed ESPN. “We all know it is a lot left for this group to perform, and it will get began tonight, so let's benefit from the trip.”
Tuesday, July 29
The Lions held their first scrimmage of coaching camp specializing in the gamers who will not be a part of the upcoming Corridor of Fame preseason sport on Thursday. It is unlikely that Detroit will play any of its big-name starters in opposition to the Chargers or prime rookies OL Tate Ratledge and DL Tyleik Williams, however the two first-year gamers might very properly swimsuit up for the Atlanta preseason sport on Aug. 8, in line with Lions coach Dan Campbell.
Williams additionally skilled his welcome-to-the-NFL second right now whereas being matched with Ratledge. “He bought me fairly good right now for certain,” Williams mentioned of the play. “It was a protracted drive, and he simply got here off the ball and he hit me. So, irons sharpen irons so we're gonna have plenty of good performs.”
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Star edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson continued to look stable in his return from the final yr's season-ending leg harm with three sacks and a stress — all on third down.
The Lions waived/injured tight finish Luke Deal and signed former UFL RB Jacob Saylors. Detroit additionally signed CB Nick Whiteside II, one other UFL product, on Monday. Final week, Campbell mentioned he's open to the NFL adopting the UFL as a farm system: “I feel it could be nice.”
All-Professional S Kerby Joseph missed his third consecutive follow resulting from “knee irritation,” however they're hoping to get him again Saturday, in line with Campbell.
CB Terrion Arnold left follow early and is being evaluated for a hamstring harm.
Monday, July 28
New Detroit Lions offensive coordinator John Morton addressed the media for the primary time throughout coaching camp, stating that he feels no stress following former OC Ben Johnson, who's now the top coach of the Chicago Bears, within the function. In Johnson's three seasons because the Lions offensive coordinator from 2022-24, Detroit led the NFL in factors per sport (29.0). Final season, Detroit additionally averaged a league-high 33.2. Morton was beforehand on the Lions' teaching employees in 2022 as a senior offensive assistant, so plenty of the gamers are already accustomed to him, which they are saying is useful.
“That is my twenty seventh yr so it's best to at all times really feel stress, however I do not really feel anxious or something like that. I really feel very assured,” Morton mentioned. “So, we'll see how this goes. We're nonetheless within the technique of all studying one another.”
Former Raiders and Tampa Bay head coach Jon Gruden, who was decked out in group gear, was additionally in attendance for Monday's follow. He was noticed speaking on the sidelines with GM Brad Holmes. Gruden has been a mentor to Morton and continues to be a giant affect on his teaching model.
“He's a hard-working man. For all of the Detroit followers, what you do not see is the work ethic that you simply're getting. This man is nuts,” Gruden mentioned of Morton. “Individuals thought I used to be nuts. This man is freakin' nuts, man. He loves it. He is a inventive man. He is a fantastic competitor and I can not wait to see the Lions open up the season.”
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Lions security Kerby Joseph missed his second straight follow right now. CB Amik Robertson additionally did not take part.
Gamers eliminated their pads halfway by way of right now's session in principally sunny, 84-degree climate. After follow, a number of gamers confirmed that head coach Dan Campbell anticipates extra stay motion on Tuesday, and he was seeking to protect their our bodies within the solar.
#Lions S Kerby Joseph has an interception championship belt. Says he bought it from his agent. pic.twitter.com/ILLPV5ZHAu
— Eric Woodyard (@E_Woodyard) August 6, 2025
Saturday, July 26
Observe ended early after a powerful 29-yard landing catch by rookie wideout Isaac TeSlaa from quarterback Hendon Hooker with the second unit. TeSlaa's consistency has been up and down all through camp, however the every day repetition has helped him transition as he is battling by way of knee ache.
“I'd say I attempt my greatest to not let my knee deter me in any respect. It hurts just a little bit, however I assure out of everybody that is out on the sector proper now, that somebody's coping with one thing ache sensible,” he mentioned. “That is simply how the sport of soccer is, so possibly mine's just a little extra noticeable, however for me it is simply making an attempt to grind by way of it and simply give attention to the issues I have to give attention to.”
After follow, TeSlaa, who was drafted No. 70 general in April, was noticed putting in extra work on the Jugs machine alongside veteran receiver Tim Patrick. Coach Dan Campbell thinks the first-year gamers, together with TeSlaa and receiver Dominic Lovett, may gain advantage from the stay motion because the Lions method the Corridor of Fame sport in opposition to the Chargers on July 31.
“Properly, I feel all of these guys have to play in sport, or video games. So, I feel our younger guys are going to – I see them enjoying on this sport,” Campbell mentioned. “Now, am I going to say that it is written in stone proper now? No, I am not. However I feel I would prefer to play these guys. That is the excellent news. We bought 4 video games right here beginning with the Corridor of Fame to get them some reps, in order that'll be the plan.”
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Cornerback Stantley Thomas-Oliver left follow early and is being evaluated for a hamstring harm.
Linebacker Alex Anzalone (hamstring) practiced for the primary time this summer time. He admitted to being “disillusioned” in how his contract negotiations have gone this offseason however did not provide any updates within the course of. “I am not gonna say something about that,” he mentioned.
Jon Gruden right here on the #Lions follow right now in group gear. Says he nonetheless has the teaching bug and likes to see how Dan Campbell and the group operates in follow. pic.twitter.com/Cg3LY9xvg8
— Eric Woodyard (@E_Woodyard) July 28, 2025
Friday, July 25
The Lions began padded practices for the primary time right now, which head coach Dan Campbell described because the half the place “the true analysis takes place.”
Cornerback Terrion Arnold (leg) and linebacker Derrick Barnes (hand) each returned to follow after leaving early on Thursday. After a few heated practices through which Campbell needed to briefly intervene and calm issues down, that wasn't the case Friday as gamers have been way more disciplined — however no much less energetic — with the pads on.
Large receiver Jameson Williams was fired up from the beginning, even throwing the ball within the air to have a good time after a few large catches in group drills. Williams and Goff are nonetheless working by way of just a few finer factors to higher get in sync earlier than the season, however they're anticipating one other large yr for Williams in Yr 4. Goff was additionally noticed placing in further work on routes with WR Amon-Ra St. Brown after follow as followers stood round on Household & Associates Day.
“We're simply at all times working. I do not know if it is one factor or one other,” Goff mentioned of Williams. “I feel he is come thus far within the final yr or so, it has been enjoyable to see it. I am engaged on stuff with him similar to I am engaged on stuff with St. Brown, (Sam) LaPorta… it is all the identical. It is enjoyable to see him develop and mature and turn out to be this man that we're enthusiastic about what he is gonna do that yr.”
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Lions LB Alex Anzalone (hamstring) nonetheless hasn't practiced after admitting that he is disillusioned with contract negotiations with the group. Campbell says there is not any “animosity” as talks have continued and feels they will “be good” as a result of they want him on the protection.
#Lions rookie Isaac TeSlaa getting in further work on the JUGs machine after follow. pic.twitter.com/81o7IMIPyY
— Eric Woodyard (@E_Woodyard) July 26, 2025
Thursday, July 24
Gamers introduced the warmth. On an 88-degree day, there wasn't any scarcity of depth right now on the Meijer Efficiency Middle. In actual fact, Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell stopped follow once more for roughly 5 minutes to share a message with the group on holding their cool after one other day marked by its physicality at Lions camp. Campbell pulled the group collectively within the heart of the sector for the second time this week to remind them to tone it down a bit, as Lions common supervisor Brad Holmes and group proprietor Sheila Ford Hamp regarded on whereas in attendance.
There have been at the very least 4 scuffles throughout right now's feisty session, highlighted by All-Professional receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown and defensive again Brian Department — who needed to be separated on a few totally different cases. Defensive lineman Brodric Martin and offensive lineman Giovanni Manu have been additionally concerned in a dustup because the group prepares for its first set of padded practices on Friday. Rookie OL Tate Ratledge, who's preventing for a beginning function, wasn't intimidated by the heated follow even in his first coaching camp, although.
“That is a throwback to Georgia. That was on a regular basis with [Georgia] coach [Kirby] Sensible having to wind us down,” Ratledge mentioned. “We bought after it, so I really like seeing that. It is like what I am used to.”
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Veteran LB Derrick Barnes left follow early and is being evaluated for a hand harm.
Second-year CB Terrion Arnold additionally left follow early to be evaluated for a leg harm.
#Lions stars Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jared Goff placing in just a little further work after follow. pic.twitter.com/ZqfRvk2Yj4
— Eric Woodyard (@E_Woodyard) July 25, 2025
Tuesday, July 22
It is Day 3 of coaching camp and the Lions will not start padded practices till Friday. Nonetheless, head coach Dan Campbell stopped follow throughout a group interval because of the bodily nature and urged the group to tone it down. Security Morice Norris was additionally faraway from follow after a tough hit.
RB Sione Vaki (hamstring) and DL Roy Lopez have been each held out of Tuesday's follow after Lopez had his foot stepped on with a cleat throughout Monday's session.
The Lions proceed to handle accidents as 5 gamers are on the Energetic/PUP checklist, together with veteran sort out Taylor Decker, who's projected to return after the Lions' Corridor of Fame sport versus the Los Angeles Chargers on July 31.
Rookie offensive lineman Miles Frazier can also be coping with a knee harm that'll maintain him out till September or October, in line with Campbell, whereas LB Malcolm Rodriguez (knee) is progressing however will not probably return till October. Second-year DL Mekhi Wingo (knee) might additionally return in September whereas veteran CB Khalil Dorsey (leg) might return by the tip of coaching camp.
DL Brodric Martin left follow early and was being evaluated for a foot harm.
OL Jamarco Jones additionally left early resulting from cramping.
Campbell on the return of star edge Aidan Hutchinson: “Anytime you see one in all your guys that what he brings to your group, what he brings on the sector … the manufacturing, the vitality, the violence. It does provide you with just a little increase, just a little raise. For me, it is simply good to see his confidence again in himself. That feels good to see.”
