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    The Detroit Lions Podcast

    The Detroit Lions Podcast is an independent, fan-run show covering the Detroit Lions every day — and has since 2015. Hosted by Chris with co-host and managing editor Jeff Risdon, the show breaks down every game with live post-game call-in shows, works through the roster and the schedule, and goes deep on the NFL Draft. Over 1,000 episodes in, it’s one of the longest-running Lions podcasts anywhere: no corporate desk, no borrowed takes, just people who have only ever covered this one team. Whether the Lions are rebuilding or contending, we’re on it — win, lose, or heartbreak. One Pride.

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    Daily DLP: Talking Garrett trade, Petzing & more with Jared Mueller Detroit Lions Podcast Jun 06, 2026
    Show notes

    Detroit fans wanted answers on Myles Garrett and why the Detroit Lions were not in the middle of it. The conversation laid out a tight timeline, guarded intentions, and a market that only cracked open very late. It was not an open auction. It was a narrow window.

    Why Detroit Stayed Quiet

    The show framed the local frustration clearly. People in Detroit felt miffed that the Lions were not involved or did not appear to be. The discussion pushed back. At the combine, the response to any Garrett inquiry was simple. Nothing had changed. The Browns were not moving him.

    That posture held until very recently. The message to other NFL teams was firm. There was no plan to trade Myles Garrett. Without a signal from Cleveland, there was no reason for Detroit to force a market that did not exist.

    The Browns’ Playbook for Leverage

    Why the late shift? The Browns wanted options, not a fire sale. Trading a player like Jared Verst was used as the example of rarity. A rookie contract edge rusher with two years of All Pro play and a Defensive Rookie of the Year on the shelf does not get moved. Valuation on that archetype ranged wildly. First and a third. First and a second. Two firsts. Maybe four. That spread underscores how unusual this type of deal would be.

    The front office approach was explained as aggressive and win focused, not a tear down. They pushed big money back to keep doors open in case a trade surfaced. They also explored whether the NFL would allow five years of future picks instead of three. That ask served two purposes. Maximize what could come back in a Garrett deal. Preserve flexibility to go get a quarterback like Arch Manning as a hypothetical, even if one of the picks landed as far out as 2032.

    Who Actually Knocked

    The market finally stirred. The Los Angeles Rams were very aggressive. The Philadelphia Eagles were communicative. The Dallas Cowboys were mentioned. That is where the real dialogue lived late. It tracks with why the Lions did not make noise. The window opened fast and selective. The Browns’ valuation was unconventional and steep.

    Put together, the NFL puzzle looked like this. No movement at the combine. No real plan to trade. Then a late-stage effort to expand trade mechanics and push money around. Only a few teams engaged with the nerve and the capital. Detroit kept its powder dry while the Browns tested the ceiling of leverage.

    #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #mylesgarrett #clevelandbrowns #jimschwartz #drewpetzing #garretttrade #denzelward #petzingscheme

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    Daily DLP: Lions Ota Injury Updates and Notes - Detroit Lions Podcast Jun 05, 2026
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    Kirby Joseph Timeline Grows Murky

    The Detroit Lions left Allen Park with a hard truth at safety. Dan Campbell said he does not know when Kirby Joseph will be ready. The staff is strengthening the knee and refusing to rush him. Treatment continues at multiple spots. The real answer will not come until the thick of training camp. That uncertainty hangs over a defense that feeds on takeaways. Joseph has not played in a long time and now sits as a major question mark. In the NFL, losing a ball-hawking back-end anchor changes how everyone fits.

    Safety Room Competition Heats Up

    Detroit spent the offseason building insulation for this scenario. Campbell pointed to Chuck Clark and Avonte Maddox as key veterans in the mix. Christian Isian drew praise as a heady, violent player. Branch will take a minute, according to Campbell, but remains central to the back end. Thomas Harper is back. Dan Jackson is coming off injury. Lawrence Strickland is in the room. It is a deeper, more competitive group than a year ago. That matters if Joseph’s knee lingers into August. Roles will sort only when the pads go on, but the numbers give Aaron Glenn options the defense lacked last summer.

    Kendrick Law Out for the Season

    Rookie wide receiver Kendrick Law tore his ACL in a non-contact injury earlier this week. He will miss his rookie season. It is a tough break for a player trying to win a depth spot. Law was competing with Dominic Lovett and Tom Kennedy on the back end of the receiver room. Kennedy’s punt return ability remains a notable edge. The starters are set, and Detroit’s expectations should not swing because of this loss. Still, the room loses a different skill set for summer reps, and special teams snaps will shift to others.

    OTA Snapshot from Allen Park

    Thursday’s open OTAs offered little true football, but the news was significant. The Detroit Lions Podcast focus was clear: health and depth. Campbell emphasized patience with Joseph, repeating that the team has done everything possible without pushing the knee before it is time. Clarity arrives in training camp. Until then, the Lions lean on a reinforced safety group and special teams flexibility at wide receiver. The roster-building approach shows a lesson learned from last year’s thin margin at safety. If Joseph returns, the ceiling rises. If not, Detroit’s deeper room must carry the back end.

    #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #kerbyjoseph #kendricklaw #dancampbell #allenpark #otas #detroitlionssafetydepth #chuckclark #avontemaddox #christianizien #branch #tyreduplessis #lionsinjuryupdates

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    Daily DLP: Do all-in moves like the Rams work historically? - Detroit Lions Podcast Jun 04, 2026
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    Rams Go All-In With Miles Garrett

    The Los Angeles Rams just reset the NFL conversation. They added Miles Garrett, called the best football player on the planet regardless of position. He is 30. He even set an NFL record last season. It is a thunderclap move that signals urgency right now.

    Detroit Lions fans feel that jolt. They want the same message. Push for the trophy today. The Lions have not thrown caution aside. They have also not stood still. The context matters. Splash does not always equal rings.

    How It Frames the Detroit Lions

    The comparison that landed hardest came from basketball. The Lakers once stacked Karl Malone and Gary Payton onto a roster with Shaq and Kobe. Detroit Pistons beat them four games to one. Age and cohesion mattered more than headlines. There is a fair echo with Matthew Stafford’s stage and a superstar at 30 who might be past peak. Still great. Still terrifying. But time is undefeated.

    Another parallel came from hockey. The New York Rangers added Wayne Gretzky to a lineup with Mark Messier, Luke Robitaille, Brian Leech, and Mike Richter. The stars were brilliant. Depth cracked. They ran into Eric Lindros and the Flyers and got bounced after two rounds. The Flyers later lost to the Red Wings in the Final. The lesson is simple. Depth, health, and timing beat posters on the wall.

    Detroit’s Front Office Note

    One more thread touched the Lions directly. Detroit hired Chris Grey. He is not the Lions’ GM. The hire stirred reactions, especially from Miami. The show kept it in perspective. Roles matter. Structure matters. The decision does not change who runs football operations in Detroit.

    Early Odds Put Detroit In a Crowded Tier

    Markets moved fast. As of last night, DraftKings listed the Rams at +550 to win the Super Bowl. That is the best number on the board. The next team sat at +750. The Detroit Lions fell into a second cluster with the Broncos, Packers, and Texans between +1700 and +1900. That is respect without coronation. It reflects belief in Detroit’s build and skepticism about any team in June.

    The Detroit Lions Podcast cut through the noise. Garrett to the Rams is massive. It does not end the season. Detroit’s path is still clear. Keep stacking depth. Stay healthy. Peak late. The slogans will not decide it. Snap counts and solutions will. The NFL rewards teams that can win ugly in January. That is still the target in Detroit.

    #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #losangelesrams #mylesgarrett #nflpreseasonfavorites #nflodds #historyofnflfavorites

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    Daily DLP: Lions hire ex-Dolphins GM Chris Grier Detroit Lions Podcast Jun 03, 2026
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    Breaking Front Office Move

    The Detroit Lions opened Wednesday with real news. The team hired Chris Greer as a personnel executive. The Detroit Lions Podcast shelved a planned segment on the Miles Garrett trade to the Rams to tackle the hire and its impact. The timing landed with morning coffee and school drop-offs. The message was clear. The NFL calendar never sleeps in Detroit.

    The Resume: Wins, Losses, and the Halloween Exit

    Greer’s GM run began in 2015. His record checked in at 82-83. Three playoff trips. No playoff wins. His final season ended with a Halloween firing. At the time, his team sat at two and seven. The group finished seven and ten without him, which adjusts his ledger to 77-80. From 2020 on, his clubs lived in the middle. The best mark was eleven and six. The low point was seven and ten. Too good to crater. Not strong enough to clear the next tier. That purgatory shaped how many fans viewed his work.

    His first move as GM set a tone. He hired Adam Gase as head coach. That start drew heat. Later seasons steadied the picture, but the ceiling never cracked. The math says it all. Close to even. Close to breakthrough. But not there.

    Draft Track Record and Fit in Detroit

    Greer’s background is scouting heavy. He served as a director of collegiate scouting. He worked in a Patriots building during the Pete Carroll era. His family tree runs through NFL personnel, including a father who ran player personnel for the Houston Texans from their inception through 2016. That history matters in a personnel executive chair.

    Draft choices framed the debate on the show. Tua was a signature swing that did not land as hoped, though it was not a total failure. Jaylen Waddle was a hit, yet the conversation weighed who he was not. The show asked how things might look if he had taken Penei Sewell instead of Waddle. That what-if loomed large. It spoke to value, trench play, and how one pick can change an arc.

    Why It Matters Now for the Lions

    Detroit adds another veteran evaluator to a rising operation. Greer has shown an eye for certain positions. He also carries scars from living at .500. Both traits can help the Lions. The title personnel executive points to scouting input and roster evaluation. Another voice for college boards. Another set of eyes on pro fits. The standard under Brad Holmes stays simple. Moves must lead to wins. The podcast framed it that way. Keep building. Avoid the middle. Use the experience without repeating the stall.

    #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #chrisgrier #lionsfrontoffice #detroitpersonnelmoves #miamidolphins #johndorsey

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    Daily DLP: Myles Garrett trade parallels with Lions Detroit Lions Podcast Jun 02, 2026
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    Myles Garrett is headed to the Los Angeles Rams. Cleveland moved its franchise pass rusher for a 2027 first-round pick, a 2028 second, a 2029 third, and defensive end Jared Verse. The package stretches across three drafts and includes a young edge who already owns hardware. The move echoes the Detroit Lions’ Matthew Stafford exit. Different positions. Same rhythm. A star sought a new path, and the team reset its timeline. The Detroit Lions Podcast dug into what changed in Cleveland, why the Rams’ offer won, and how this frames Detroit and the NFL.

    Why Cleveland Moved Its Franchise Star

    Garrett held a no-trade clause, built to steer his landing spot. He had been on board until recent weeks. Two issues pushed the situation. He was not thrilled with Todd Mangin as head coach. He also was not thrilled with Cleveland seriously considering a return to Deshaun Watson at quarterback. That combination turned the temperature. The Browns had zero intention of moving him at last season’s trade deadline. After the draft, during the owners meetings, they began listening. The door opened. Garrett was ready to leave. Cleveland did not need to broadcast it. They simply picked a lane.

    The Rams’ Price: Picks and Jared Verse

    The compensation is heavy. A 2027 first-round pick. A 2028 second-round pick. A 2029 third-round pick. And Jared Verse. Verse is a productive edge with traits and tape. He logged 4.5 sacks as a rookie. He followed with 7.5 last season. He was the AP Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2024. He is 25 and turns 26 in November. Cleveland valued him. Two NFC East teams made serious offers, but Verse was the key that swung the deal toward Los Angeles. The Browns surrendered an era. They took a player who can anchor the next one and spread the draft capital across three cycles.

    Detroit Context: Stafford Memories and Current Calculus

    The parallels to Detroit’s Stafford moment are direct. Stafford saw a new regime in Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes, measured the distance back to contention, and chose a quiet, professional exit. He had 12 seasons and played in three playoff games. He pushed for a fresh start without drama. Garrett’s path matches that mood. For the Detroit Lions, the Garrett market also offered a price check. In-season speculation last year for a realistic pursuit was steep: two first-round picks, two second-round picks, and a good young starter. A version of that hypothetical even named Jameson Williams. Post-draft, Detroit did not have a pressing need to put a cornerstone like Aidan Hutchinson or a speed piece like Williams into a bid. There is no indication the Lions were involved here. The takeaway is cleaner. A premier edge with a no-trade clause commanded three future picks and Jared Verse. That frames value across the NFL and reaffirms how the Lions measure elite pass rush, roster balance, and timing.

    #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #mylesgarretttrade #losangelesrams #jaredverse #jaredgofftrade #ramstrade #lionsrebuild

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    Daily DLP: Dan Campbell, Lions evolution vs change Detroit Lions Podcast Jun 01, 2026
    Show notes

    Dan Campbell flips the switch at OTAs

    Dan Campbell sounded different on Friday. The Detroit Lions head coach came across caffeinated, focused, and all business. He pushed a reset. He stressed football first, everything else second. "It takes everybody to win, and it takes everybody to probably lose," he said, framing the summer with clarity.

    Campbell acknowledged the noise that follows success. "It’s a lot easier when nobody knows who you are," he noted, pointing to hype, players getting paid, and coaches moving on as distractions from the core. His directive was simple. Get back to work. Make it about football. Make it about the guy next to you. That message read like a mission statement for 2026. It fit the Detroit Lions trajectory and the standards he set in previous climbs.

    Back to basics after a noisy offseason

    The discussion touched on process tweaks. Questions about a rookie camp and fewer pre draft visits came up around his offseason deep dive. Campbell would not pin last year’s disappointments on any one thing. He leaned into no nonsense. The NFL rewards teams that handle details and ignore the echo.

    Jeff Risdon framed the moment against a shifting landscape. He pointed to staff movement, citing the Ben Johnson departure and a Martin Glenn departure. He also noted how a roster with paid stars changes daily life. Internal hype can creep in. Campbell’s message cuts through that. The Detroit Lions Podcast circled it as the right antidote. Football first. Teammate first. Everything aligned with the head coach’s voice.

    OTAs snapshot and what comes next

    Friday’s open OTA session gave a look, but not a full reveal. Jeff was not in attendance and did not feel he missed much. Interviews from the field with Scott Bischoff and Scott DiBenedetto helped fill in context. It is June. Installation, tone setting, and baseline habits matter more than headlines.

    The show also teased summer content. Emery Hunt is slated to join to talk UFL prospects. Louisville has UFL buzz, with the Louisville Kings drawing interest even after the Michigan Panthers’ exit from the market. The viability of a second league will be a topic on a future live stream. The NFL calendar slows now, but the evaluation drum keeps beating.

    Campbell’s words are the thread through it all. Peel away the hype. Ignore the side shows. The Detroit Lions can fly under the radar again only by choice. They can choose the hard, boring work that wins. Friday sounded like that choice.

    #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #dancampbell #otas #lionsoffseason #pressconference #bradholmes

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    Breaking down Lions draft, Jack Campbell with Scott DiBenedetto Detroit Lions Podcast May 30, 2026
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    Why Blake Miller Fits the Job

    The Detroit Lions Podcast zeroed in on the offensive line build after the draft. The focus was Blake Miller stepping into the right tackle spot while Sewell moves to the left side. Miller was described as one of the most experienced linemen in this class, with four years of work and a heavy snap load at Clemson. The book on him is clear: reliable, steady, and ready to play early.

    There are limits. He plays upright at times, and his athletic profile may cap the ceiling. He is not expected to be flashy or perfect. He is expected to be consistent. Strong enough. Athletic enough. A steady performer on the right side once he settles into the NFL. That level of baseline competence on a rookie deal is valuable. The expectation is capable starter play after some early leeway.

    Sewell’s Switch and the Young Right Side

    The conversation backed the move of Sewell to the left without much trepidation. Confidence ran high that the transition will hold. A point of debate centered on the right side growing together, with Tate Ratlidge on that side and Miller as a rookie. The group acknowledged bumps are likely early in the year when a second-year player and a rookie share that edge.

    Coaching and structure are the counter. The Lions can help with tight end alignment to Miller’s side and avoid leaving both young players on an island. Continuity across the rest of the line and a smart play caller can shield them as they settle in. Expect some turbulence, then progress. The description of Miller’s game even echoed the reliable profile long tied to Taylor Decker at left tackle, a comparison that drew a nod that it worked out well.

    Petzing’s Offense, From a Voice Who Worked With Him

    The show also touched on new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing. One guest worked in Cleveland when Petzing was there as the tight ends coach and offered a positive read. The takeaway was practical: he helped with understanding the offense and details from the ground up. That perspective matters as the Lions tailor protections and calls to bring the young right side along.

    Put it together and the roadmap is straightforward. Miller brings dependable snaps. Sewell handles the left. The staff leans on continuity and targeted help to guide the right side. It is a plan built for the NFL grind, and the Detroit Lions Podcast laid out how it can work.

    #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #nfl #drewpetzing #jackcampbell #keithabney #blakemiller #jimmyrolder #derrickmoore #tyrewest #lionsdraft

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    Daily DLP: Talking Otas, Lions Schemes With Scott Bischoff - Detroit Lions Podcast May 29, 2026
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    OTAs hit Allen Park and the Detroit Lions face a real offensive question. What will new OC Drew Petzing actually build in Detroit? Many expect heavy 12 and 13 personnel. The roster suggests something different.

    What Petzing Might Really Want

    The tight end room did not get the draft attention many anticipated. Targets like a combo tight end were on the radar. Names such as Nate Boerkircher, Oscar Delp, and Sam Rausch came up as the type. Riley Nowakowski, a tight end fullback from Indiana, fit that mold too. The Lions passed. That matters.

    Skipping those additions hints at a base that leans into receivers. Picture Isaac Tesla with Jameson Williams and Amon-Ra St. Brown on the field, with Sam LaPorta as the primary tight end. That package spreads space without surrendering toughness. It also fits a room built to win with speed and timing. If Petzing favors matchups and spacing, this roster can live in 11 while still bullying light boxes.

    Why Arizona Is a Bad Template

    Projecting Detroit from Arizona tape misses context. In Arizona, the wide receiver group was thin or hurt. The passing game sputtered outside of McBride. There were quarterback issues. Those factors pushed 12 and 13 personnel to stabilize the run and protection.

    Detroit is not built the same way. The Lions offensive tackles run block at a high level. They can create movement without extra big bodies. Duo and other downhill concepts do not need a constant tight end convoy here. Against nickel defenses and two-high safeties, the Lions can force lighter fits with speed on the field and still run with force. That opens play action, quick game, and shots for Williams while St. Brown and LaPorta churn first downs. Petzing inherits flexibility, not a mandate to go heavy.

    OTA Reality Check in Allen Park

    It is shorts and shells. No contact. Helmets are allowed. Practice jerseys, no shoulder pads. Much of it is seven on seven. OTA standouts can vanish when pads arrive. Chase Lucas once looked like an instant slot option as a seventh round pick. When the contact started, the depth chart told a different story.

    So, take early reports with caution. Roles and usage are the real tells. Watch which group shows up most: three wideouts with LaPorta, or frequent two tight end sets. Track where Williams aligns and how often Tesla works with starters. Note how often the Lions stress light boxes rather than stack big bodies. Those clues will say more about Petzing’s NFL plan than any highlight from a non-contact Friday. This is the Detroit Lions Podcast lens on OTAs, focused on structure over sizzle.

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    Daily DLP: Jack Campbell speaks, we break down his new contract Detroit Lions Podcast May 28, 2026
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    A leader paid like a cornerstone

    Jack Campbell’s new deal landed, and the Detroit Lions linebacker matched the moment. In his press conference, he opened with thanks. Family. His wife and her family. Coaches. Jared Goff. It fit the player Detroit sees every Sunday. Grounded. Direct. Team first.

    He also remembered draft night noise. Campbell said someone sent him a clipping that called him the worst draft pick ever. His response set his tone. It was not about proving doubters wrong. It was about proving the believers right. That is the voice of a middle-of-the-defense anchor. The Lions treated him like one with this extension, and he earned it.

    Production that forces respect

    Campbell stacked an elite 2025. He recorded 176 tackles. That ranked fourth in the NFL and marked the 21st most in a season since 1983. He added five sacks, four pass breakups, and three forced fumbles. He was the only linebacker in football to top three in all those categories. That is volume and impact.

    Availability matched the output. He played all but four defensive snaps for Detroit last year. When injuries hit around him as a rookie, staying on the field taught him to lead. The growth carried into an All-Pro season. Coverage was once the knock. It is better now. The four pass breakups underscore that he is no longer flat-footed at the catch point like he was early. Campbell credited linebackers coaches Kelvin Sheppard and Shaun Dion Hamilton for sharpening his game.

    What’s next in the middle

    There is still ceiling. Campbell can keep tightening his coverage. He can time blitzes a little better. He can be cleaner strafing laterally when blockers climb. The context will test him. Without DJ Reader and Roy Lopez as true nose tackles, second-level linemen might get cleaner paths to him. He will have to beat those angles. The expectation is he will. First-team All-Pro status says plenty, but the standard rises again.

    Contract structure at a glance

    The extension runs four years for $81,000,000. Total guarantees are $51.15 million. Of that, $22.9 million is fully guaranteed at signing. New money guaranteed is $48.4 million. Campbell received an $8.6 million signing bonus. His 2026 and 2027 salaries are fully guaranteed. That is how a franchise invests in its defensive core.

    This Detroit Lions Podcast episode centered on a simple truth. Campbell’s game, voice, and durability align with what the Lions want in the middle. The numbers back it up. The contract does, too.

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    Daily DLP: Talking RBs then and now ahead of OTAs Detroit Lions Podcast May 27, 2026
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    On Wednesday, May 27, the Detroit Lions Podcast Daily opened with a quick curveball. Michael Grey recalled being at Cleveland Stadium the night Jose Canseco took a home run off his head. Then it was straight to the Detroit Lions and the NFL’s running back puzzles at OTAs.

    Gibbs locked in as RB1

    Jameer Gibbs is RB1. No debate. Expect more work than he saw down the stretch last season. The staff cut the RB2 load late in the year to about 10 to 12 touches. That let Gibbs tilt the field. It could be even more pronounced now.

    If you care about fantasy, Gibbs belongs at the top tier. The conversation is Gibbs or Bijan for the first running back off the board. That is where this usage is pointing.

    RB2 picture: Pacheco’s role and a Vaki push

    The Lions signed Isaiah Pacheco to take the late-season David Montgomery assignment. Between the tackles. Third and three. Move the chains. It is not 15 to 20 touches. It is 10 to 12 and hard yards. That is the brief.

    Will someone push him? Keep an eye on Vaki. He has been the fourth back because he is invaluable on special teams. This is his third season playing running back exclusively. At Utah he was a safety who ran well when handed the ball. Now the question is simple. Can he take on more on offense and still deliver on teams?

    Depth, roster math, and OTAs notes

    Craig Reynolds, the best RB3 in football by last season’s standard, is no longer in Detroit. That opens real snaps for hungry backs. Jacob Sailors is in the mix. So are holdovers Kai Robicheaux and Jabari Small. Both flashed last summer. Robicheaux did before he got hurt. Small had moments in camp.

    How many backs make it? Three or four. Recent history says four, with Vaki as the fourth because of special teams. But the staff could keep three on the 53 and flex a practice squad back on game weeks. OTAs will start to sort it out.

    Media availability does not open until Friday. Grey will not be on site this week due to the commute. The depth chart jockeying will still matter. Short yardage. Pass protection. Special teams. Those jobs decide RB3 and RB4 in June, not just big runs in August.

    One final note on a familiar face. David Montgomery looks good in Houston. The first thing mentioned down there is his feet. Quick and clean. That matches what Detroit saw when he carried the late-season load. Now the Lions move forward with Gibbs atop the room and Pacheco slotted for the bruising work. The rest will be won on the margins.

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