Detroit Lions
NFC North | 9-8-0
Avg PTS
28.29
Rank: 4th
Avg Yds
388.71
Rank: 3rd
Avg PYds
268.65
Rank: 2nd
Avg RYds
120.06
Rank: 12th
Posted 4/29/2026 12:19 am GMT
Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs had his fifth-year option exercised by the team as expected on Tuesday, April 28, according to a report. The Lions, however, declined the fifth-year option on LB Jack Campbell.
Huddle Up: Gibbs rushed 243 times for 1,223 yards with 13 touchdowns last season and added 77 receptions for 616 yards with five touchdowns. He's one of if not the best overall players in fantasy football and his workload could increase after David Montgomery was traded to the Houston Texans.
Posted 4/17/2026 9:46 pm GMT
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta is a player that the Lions would like to sign to a contract extension this offseason, according to team president Rod Wood.
Huddle Up: LaPorta struggled with injury this past season but is a reliable target in the passing game when healthy. He will likely be a No. 1 tight end in most fantasy leagues this upcoming season.
Posted 4/05/2026 5:20 pm GMT
Detroit Lions WR Isaac TeSlaa has the confidence of the coaching staff, as it was pleased with his growth from the start of his rookie season to the end. "We really like TeSlaa. We feel like he's taken off," head coach Dan Campbell said at this league meetings this week. "You'd be hard-pressed to say that he didn't make the most growth of any rookie."
Huddle Up: TeSlaa ended up with just 16 receptions for 239 yards on 27 targets in his 17 games, but he had six touchdowns, sometimes on very acrobatic, highlight-reel grabs. The 24-year-old receiver is obviously behind Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams on the depth chart, but his arrow is pointing up, and should either of those players miss time to injury, TeSlaa is a guy who step right in and be a fantasy contributor, so file his name away as a late-round flier on draft day, knowing that the coaching staff has high trust in him.
Posted 3/21/2026 6:24 pm GMT
Updating a previous report, Detroit Lions WR Greg Dortch's one-year, $1.402 million contract includes $1.075 million fully guaranteed and a 2026 base salary of $1.215 million.
Huddle Up: For four seasons, Dortch had been the Cardinals' on-again, off-again slot receiver and return specialist. In 2025, he had his worst statistical season as a Cardinal with just 33 targets, 29 receptions and 206 yards. Dortch will do most of this in a new home in 2026 in Detroit, but keep him undrafted for fantasy football this season.
Posted 3/18/2026 12:41 am GMT
Updating a previous report, free-agent LB D.J. Wonnum (Panthers) is signing a one-year deal worth up to $6 million with the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, March 17, according his agents.
Posted 3/13/2026 2:02 am GMT
Free-agent RB Isiah Pacheco (Chiefs) officially signed with the Detroit Lions Thursday, March 12.
Huddle Up: Pacheco should fill the void left by the departure of David Montgomery, but with Jahmyr Gibbs emerging as one of the elite backs in the game, Pacheco will likely be more of a handcuff than a weekly starting option.
Posted 3/11/2026 1:19 pm GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff restructured his contract Wednesday, March 11. The move dropped his base salary from $55 million to $15 million and added a void year in 2030.
Huddle Up: Goff was the QB6 in fantasy last season despite the down season for the team. He threw for 4,564 yards, 34 TDs and eight INTs. That should be a stable projection with maybe a little upside if his weapons stay healthy. Consider him a high-floor, midrange QB1.
Posted 3/10/2026 10:46 pm GMT
Impending free-agent QB Teddy Bridgewater (Buccaneers) reportedly agreed to a contract with the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, March 10. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Huddle Up: Bridgewater played in four games with Tampa Bay in 2025 and hasn't been a full-time starter since 2021 with the Denver Broncos. He'll likely serve in a back-up capacity to starting QB Jared Goff.
Posted 3/10/2026 5:05 pm GMT
Impending free-agent RB Isiah Pacheco (Chiefs) reportedly agreed to terms on a contract with the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, March 10. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Huddle Up: Pacheco will undoubtedly be seen as a replacement for the David Montgomery role in the Lions' offense. Pacheco will have his work cut out for him, though, to carve out a meaningful and reliable fantasy role. He can be monitored to see how he is used in the preseason, but he does not have much fantasy value at this time due to Jahmyr Gibbs being ahead of him on the depth chart.
Posted 2/20/2026 6:30 pm GMT
Kansas City Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco is "likely to sign elsewhere" in free agency, according to The Athletic's Jesse Newell.
Huddle Up: Pacheco and the Chiefs' run game quit being efficient for a lot of the 2025 season for long stretches. The team is being mocked with new running back options for the 2026 NFL Draft, which leaves him looking for a fresh start, more than likely. He may not be an RB1 or RB2, but in deeper leagues, he could be worth a late-round flyer in the right landing spot.
Posted 2/09/2026 1:28 am GMT
Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs' 49 total touchdowns are the most in NFL history by a player age-23 or younger.
Huddle Up: Gibbs has scored at least 11 touchdowns in all three seasons in the NFL, and he has at least 18 scores in each of the last two seasons. Gibbs combines big-play speed with every-down versatility, making him one of the most dangerous back in the league. He should be a top-five pick in all formats in 2026.
Posted 2/03/2026 12:03 am GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff said he is excited to work with offensive coordinator Drew Petzing and that other quarterbacks that have worked with Petzing have given him great reviews.
Huddle Up: Goff will have to learn a new offense this offseason but will have most of his pass catchers back next season. He has been very productive during his time with Detroit but will probably start next season as a No. 2 fantasy quarterback.
Posted 1/31/2026 11:41 pm GMT
Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs recorded 819 rushing yards before contact this season, which ranked third in the NFL in that category.
Huddle Up: Gibbs finished the regular season with 1,223 rushing yards and 13 rushing touchdowns which ranked in the top 10 of each category in the NFL. He will be the main running back for the Lions next season and will be a weekly starting option in leagues.
Posted 1/31/2026 9:21 pm GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff had 2,424 of his 4,564 passing yards this season come after the catch, which led the league in that category.
Huddle Up: Goff has thrown for at least 4,400 yards in each of the last four seasons but will be working in a new offensive system next season. He should have most of his pass catchers back next season but probably will be a No. 2 fantasy quarterback in most leagues.
Posted 1/20/2026 12:28 am GMT
Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams recorded a league-high 12 drops during the 2025 regular season.
Huddle Up: Williams was still able to post 1,117 receiving yards this season despite the drops and should be one of the main receivers for the Lions in 2026. He will be working in a new offensive system next season but can still be at least a No. 3 receiver in fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/19/2026 4:18 am GMT
Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams ranked third in the NFL with 23 receptions of 20-plus yards in 2025, and his 17.2 yards per reception ranked third among players who appeared in at least 10 games.
Huddle Up: Despite a horribly slow start to the year, Williams still managed to finish ninth in the league with a career-high 1,117 receiving yards. He is more boom or bust than the elite fantasy receivers, but Williams' big-play speed gives him WR1 upside and gives him added value in best ball.
Posted 1/05/2026 1:44 am GMT
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown caught 11 of his 15 targets for 139 yards in a 19-16 win over the Chicago Bears in Week 18.
Huddle Up: St. Brown put the finishing touches on his third straight season with at least 115 catches, 1,200 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns. He continues to be one of the safest WR1 options in the game, especially in PPR formats.
Posted 1/05/2026 1:41 am GMT
Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams caught six of his eight targets for 74 yards in a 19-16 win over the Chicago Bears in Week 18.
Huddle Up: Despite a surprisingly slow start, Williams used a strong second half to set a career high in receiving yards. He ended up showcasing the WR2 upside that many expected from him, and if he can hit the ground running in 2026, a career year could be on tap for Williams.
Posted 1/05/2026 1:38 am GMT
Detroit Lions WR Isaac TeSlaa caught his only target for 18 yards in a 19-16 win over the Chicago Bears in Week 18.
Huddle Up: TeSlaa finished his rookie year with just 16 catches, but six of those went for touchdowns. He showed a knack for making contested catches in the red zone, which could make him worth a look as a late-round sleeper heading into next season.
Posted 1/05/2026 1:20 am GMT
Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs rushed 19 times for 80 yards and caught three passes for 33 yards and a touchdown in a 19-16 win over the Chicago Bears in Week 18.
Huddle Up: Gibbs' touchdown catch gave him 18 total scores on the year, and while his rushing numbers dipped a bit down the stretch, he remained one of the most complete backs in the league. Gibbs will enter 2026 as a potential top-five pick in fantasy drafts.
Posted 1/04/2026 8:26 pm GMT
Kansas City Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco (non-injury) has been declared inactive for the Week 18 game.
Huddle Up: Kareem Hunt should receive most of the work at running back this week and can be a No. 2 running back or flex option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/04/2026 8:14 pm GMT
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown (ankle, knee) is officially active for the Week 18 game.
Huddle Up: St. Brown should see plenty of targets in the passing game despite his injuries and will be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/04/2026 5:06 am GMT
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff completed 27 of his 42 passes for 331 yards, a touchdown and an interception in a 19-16 win over the Chicago Bears in Week 18.
Huddle Up: Goff put the finishing touches on a solid season that saw him finish second in the the NFL in touchdown passes and rank inside the top five in passing yards. That being said, his production tends to come in bunches, making Goff a QB2 with streaming upside heading into 2026.
Posted 1/02/2026 10:05 pm GMT
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown (ankle, knee) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 2, and is listed as questionable for Week 18.
Huddle Up: St. Brown seems to have a good chance to play in the finale, but fantasy players should check the inactive list for his official status. He will see a good amount of targets if he plays and will be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/02/2026 9:00 pm GMT
Kansas City Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco (non-injury) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 2, and is listed as questionable for Week 18.
Huddle Up: Fantasy players will need to check the inactive list to see if Pacheco will be available for the game. He will likely share playing time with Kareem Hunt if he plays and can be a flex option in fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/02/2026 6:17 pm GMT
Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown (knee, ankle) is "trending" towards playing in Week 18, according to head coach Dan Campbell.
Huddle Up: St. Brown has been quiet the last two weeks as the Lions' offense struggles, but he still has promise as a top-end wide receiver option in Week 18.
Posted 1/01/2026 1:55 am GMT
Kansas City Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco (non-injury) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Dec. 31.
Huddle Up: Pacheco has seen a slight boost in usage over the last few games, and with Kareem Hunt dealing with an illness, Pacheco could lead the backfield in touches in the finale. That being said, the Chiefs' offense is relying on a third-string quarterback, so Pacheco isn't likely to have much upside.
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