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Lions' 2026 ROY race: Miller vs. Moore for the rookie of the year
sports28 days ago

Lions' 2026 ROY race: Miller vs. Moore for the rookie of the year

Detroit’s 2026 rookie class looks to define the season, with five rookies on the 53-man roster and a staff split over who will win Lions Rookie of the Year. Several writers back first‑round right tackle Blake Miller for an immediate impact on the offensive line, while others point to defensive end Derrick Moore as the more disruptive, game‑changing edge. A poll included with the piece shows Miller as a leading pick among the staff, though Moore is firmly in the mix for the award depending on how the line and pass rush develop.

via Pride Of Detroit|
#blake-miller#derrick-moore#detroit-lions
Lions flash edge depth and WR competition in 17-13 preseason win
sports1 month ago

Lions flash edge depth and WR competition in 17-13 preseason win

Detroit Lions beat the Washington Commanders 17-13 in a 2026 preseason game that underscored the team’s new edge depth (DJ Wonnum and rookie Derrick Moore), showcased ongoing RB3 competition among Jacob Saylors, Trayveon Williams and Raheem Blackshear, and highlighted WR5/WR6 questions with Cedrick Wilson Jr. out and Tay Martin, Dominic Lovett, Lucky Jackson, and Tom Kennedy rotating. The defense continued to supply pressure and solid play (Devin White, D.J. Reed, Ennis Rakestraw), while the offensive line—without Sewell—showed growth but still allowed multiple sacks from backups. Heading into the regular season, roster battles and depth remain key storylines.

via Pride Of Detroit|
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Derrick Moore Breaks Out for Lions in Camp Return
sports1 month ago

Derrick Moore Breaks Out for Lions in Camp Return

Derrick Moore returned from a groin injury and immediately flashed in third-down packages, including sacks and disruptive bursts; TeSlaa and Ennis Rakestraw are turning a corner with improved showings; Hutchinson remained a constant threat but was briefly knocked down by a hard block in a drill; the session ended with several end-of-game situational drills that highlighted progress and lingering questions about depth and timing as Lions contend with injuries to Kendrick Law and Jimmy Rolder.

via Pride Of Detroit|
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Lions’ 2026 Draft Signals a Dawg-Driven Identity Reset
sports5 months ago

Lions’ 2026 Draft Signals a Dawg-Driven Identity Reset

Detroit’s 2026 NFL Draft drew mixed reviews: not flashy, but praised by some (notably Brett Whitefield) as a “dawg” rebuild with a focus on the trenches and value picks like Derrick Moore, signaling a reset of the Lions’ identity under Brad Holmes. The class is seen as practical and physically oriented, with emphasis on reinvesting in the offensive line, even as others called the approach a bit boring. The analysis is also explored in a YouTube breakdown accompanying the piece.

via Pride Of Detroit|
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Lions' 2026 Draft Pushes Youth, Depth and Competition to Forefront
sports5 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.

via Detroit Lions|
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Lions add Michigan edge Derrick Moore, Hutchinson reacts with hype
sports5 months ago

Lions add Michigan edge Derrick Moore, Hutchinson reacts with hype

The Detroit Lions drafted Michigan EDGE Derrick Moore at No. 44 in the 2026 NFL Draft, prompting a celebratory reaction from Aidan Hutchinson on X as the franchise adds another Wolverine to bolster its edge rush. Moore, a 6-3, 280-pound defender who posted 21 sacks and 24.5 tackles for loss in college, joins Hutchinson to form a potent two-Wolverine edge pairing, addressing a key pass-rush need as Detroit navigates the early rounds of the draft.

via Lions Wire|
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Lions Move Up to Grab Derrick Moore: Is the Price Worth It?
sports5 months ago

Lions Move Up to Grab Derrick Moore: Is the Price Worth It?

Detroit traded up from 50 to 44 to take Michigan edge Derrick Moore, sending 128 and 50 to the Jets; Holmes said Moore was their top edge available. Across draft-value charts, the move falls near even on modern sheets, while older charts show a small premium for Detroit; Fitzgerald-Spielberger suggests the Lions overpaid by a late‑fifth‑round equivalent, though Holmes and Detroit appear comfortable with the pick and their Day 2 strategy.

via Pride Of Detroit|
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Lions' Derrick Moore Draft Draws Mixed Grades
sports5 months ago

Lions' Derrick Moore Draft Draws Mixed Grades

Detroit moved up to select Michigan edge Derrick Moore at 44 in the 2026 NFL Draft, hoping he can pair with Aidan Hutchinson. Moore is a physical, production-heavy pass rusher with raw technique and room to refine his run defense. Draft grades across outlets were mixed (ranging from A to C+), reflecting divergent views on value and fit, with local writers generally more bullish than national ones and some questioning whether better options were available on the board.

via Pride Of Detroit|
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Lions Draft Derrick Moore, Bolstering the Edge
sports5 months ago

Lions Draft Derrick Moore, Bolstering the Edge

The Detroit Lions drafted Michigan edge Derrick Moore with the 44th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, trading up to land a versatile pass‑rusher who starred for Michigan. Moore posted 10.0 sacks and 10.5 tackles for loss last season, was Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and Michigan captain, and is praised for size, length and speed‑to‑power rushing ability—traits the Lions value to shore up their defensive front as he develops behind the current rotation.

via Detroit Lions|
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Lions land Michigan edge rusher Derrick Moore in bold draft move
sports5 months ago

Lions land Michigan edge rusher Derrick Moore in bold draft move

Detroit moved up from pick 50 to 44 in the second round to select Michigan edge rusher Derrick Moore, adding a versatile pass rusher to a defense that will battle DJ Wonnum for snaps opposite Aidan Hutchinson. Moore, a two-year Michigan starter, posted 30 tackles, 10.5 TFL and 10 sacks in 2025, carried a 17.5% pressure rate (tops among Big Ten ends), and earned team MVP/Defensive Player of the Year honors, signaling immediate impact potential for Detroit’s edge rotation.

via Detroit Lions|
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Michigan's Derrick Moore dismisses Ohio State's 2024 national title hopes
college-football1 year ago

Michigan's Derrick Moore dismisses Ohio State's 2024 national title hopes

Michigan's Derrick Moore humorously claimed Ohio State's recent national title wasn't a 'real win' because Michigan didn't lose to them, highlighting the intense rivalry and Michigan's role in Ohio State's success, while also addressing past incidents like flag planting and brawls. Both teams are preparing for their upcoming matchup in Ann Arbor.

via ESPN|
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