Here are three factors within the schedule that will mater, and two that won’t matter ahead of the 2026 NFL season.

Every year, the NFL schedule bring upon something new for the Detroit Lions. This year, it’s a trip to Germany, a rare “Sunday Night Football” game at Carolina, and an early bye week. Oh wait, scratch that last one.

The Detroit Lions close the 2026 NFL season with a challenging stretch of games. When the schedule was released, many supporters and pundits immediately noticed Dan Campbell's squad will play three of their last four games against division rivals.

Former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Sherman Lewis has passed away at the age of 83. The ex-Michigan State Spartans halfback (1961-1963) finished third in the Heisman Trophy race his final season in college.

Here's a look at how the New Orleans Saints have historically fared against the Detroit Lions, their opening opponent for the 2026 season.

Exploring Detroit Lions 2026 single-game and season ticket prices.

The Detroit Lions have decided to skip the rookie minicamp, choosing a path that focuses more on gradual player development rather than early reps. It’s a decision that stands out, especially since they’re the only team in the league taking this approach.

The football world is mourning the loss of a respected coach, Sherman Lewis, a former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator and one of the most accomplished assistant coaches in NFL history. He passed away on Friday,