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Lions rest starters as Bengals seize early edge in preseason opener
sports12 days ago

Lions rest starters as Bengals seize early edge in preseason opener

Detroit rests most of its starters in the preseason opener, starting QB Luke Altmyer with first‑round rookie Blake Miller seeing action; Cincinnati’s first‑team offense moves the ball, helped by a 56-yard Evan McPherson FG and a Flacco-to-Endes TD to take a 10‑0 lead. Detroit answers with late-second-quarter field goals from Jake Bates to cut the deficit to 10‑6 at halftime. In the third, Cincinnati adds a field goal to make it 13‑6 as Detroit’s drive stalls after a muffed punt and a botched snap, leaving the Bengals with the edge in this live update.

Gibbs Sparks Lions Day 9 Camp Notes with Miller Locking RT
sports16 days ago

Gibbs Sparks Lions Day 9 Camp Notes with Miller Locking RT

Detroit Lions training camp Day 9 highlights Jahmyr Gibbs’s return to practice with immediate impact (a 5-yard run and a late 3rd‑and‑10 catch). The nickel cornerback spot remains unsettled among McCreary, Izien, and Abney II. Ben Bartch returned to practice at left guard, Blake Miller has seized the starting right tackle job, and Miles Frazier’s versatility along the line continues to stand out. The No. 3 tight end competition features Tyler Conklin, Jackson Meeks, and Thomas Gordon, while Skyler Gill-Howard drew notice with quickness and a sack in the late team period.

Blake Miller Emerges at Right Tackle as Lions Highlight Day 2 Camp Standouts
sports26 days ago

Blake Miller Emerges at Right Tackle as Lions Highlight Day 2 Camp Standouts

Detroit Lions’ 2026 training camp Day 2 showcased Blake Miller taking the first-team right tackle role, a matchup with Aidan Hutchinson that highlighted Miller’s rookie learning curve, a strong defensive line with players like Alim McNeill, Tyleik Williams, and DJ Wonnum making plays, and the offense installing base plays with new wrinkles from OC Drew Petzing. Cedric Wilson stood out as WR4, while Avonte Maddox, Derrick Barnes, Jimmy Rolder, Jackson Meeks, and Sione Vaki also contributed notable moments. Absences included Giovanni Manu (NFI) and Payton Turner (back).

Blake Miller Named Lions' 2026 Draft Favorite in Roundtable
sports3 months ago

Blake Miller Named Lions' 2026 Draft Favorite in Roundtable

Pride of Detroit staff roundtable debates the Lions' 2026 picks and converges on Blake Miller as their favorite, praising his fit, cost-effective selection at 17, and potential to start at right tackle after Taylor Decker. While Miller is the clear pick for most, Jeremy Reisman notes Keith Abney as a potential late-round starter, underscoring the value of late-round steals in a thinner class.

Cosell Breaks Down Lions' 2026 Draft Class: Four Prospects Highlighted
sports3 months ago

Cosell Breaks Down Lions' 2026 Draft Class: Four Prospects Highlighted

NFL analyst Greg Cosell analyzes the Detroit Lions' 2026 draft class, focusing on four evaluated picks (Blake Miller, Derrick Moore, Jimmy Rolder, Keith Abney II) and explaining how their 2025 tape projects to the next level, including Miller's pass protection potential, Moore's edge development, Rolder's polished tackling and vision, and Abney II's slot vs outside corner considerations.

Lions' 2026 Draft Pushes Youth, Depth and Competition to Forefront
sports3 months ago

Lions' 2026 Draft Pushes Youth, Depth and Competition to Forefront

Detroit’s 2026 draft prioritizes trenches and depth: first-round tackle Blake Miller is a strong Week 1 right-tackle candidate, and second-round edge Derrick Moore adds to the rush rotation, while Cade Mays and Tate Ratledge give the offensive line a younger, more athletic core. The class also injects competition at multiple spots—Miller vs Borom at RT, Moore vs Wonnum on the edge, and WILL linebacker depth behind Rodriguez/Clark—plus potential nickel and return roles for rookies. Day 3 picks Jimmy Rolder and Keith Abney II bring immediate special-teams value and potential early impact, and the Lions emphasize a culture-fit, interior-first building approach to enhance depth and competitiveness this fall.

Lions land Blake Miller as fans hail grit and upside in Reacts poll
sports4 months ago

Lions land Blake Miller as fans hail grit and upside in Reacts poll

The Detroit Lions drafted Clemson right tackle Blake Miller in the 2026 NFL Draft, and a SB Nation Reacts fan poll showed broad approval. Respondents praised Miller’s grit, potential as a decade-long RT, and the team’s retooling of the offensive line, with comments highlighting his athleticism and durability. Fan sentiment came alongside FanDuel’s odds listing Lions at +1700 to win the Super Bowl.

Lions Pass on Big Trade-Up for Blake Miller as Draft Board Falls
sports4 months ago

Lions Pass on Big Trade-Up for Blake Miller as Draft Board Falls

Detroit GM Brad Holmes said the Lions strongly explored trading up for Clemson tackle Blake Miller, but the price was too steep. After a run of offensive tackles went off the board (Spencer Fano at 9, Mauigoa at 10, Proctor at 12, and Ty Simpson at 13), Detroit stayed put at 17 to land Miller, preserving their 50th overall pick and seven Day 3 selections for future moves.