Mel Kiper Jr.'s latest first-round NFL mock draft has ESPN looking a different direction for the Detroit Lions.

The Detroit Lions are currently over the salary cap for 2026, but have ways of saving money before the March 11 deadline.

As the Detroit Lions continue evaluating options at center ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, three prospects have separated themselves with strong film and intriguing combine performances: Connor Lew of Auburn,

The NFL salary cap jumped another $22 million. But the Lions still have some work to do to get there before March 11th.

Essentially Sports' Tony Pauline reported Aaron Glenn and the New York Jets could overpay to add Detroit Lions LB Alex Anzalone.

The NFL offseason is a fluid environment where plans can change in an instant. For the Detroit Lions, what looked like a franchise-altering move for a superstar pass rusher has reportedly been put on hold due to unforeseen circumstances in their secondary.

Lions coach Dan Campbell expressed confidence in defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard by keeping the defensive coaching staff intact. The Lions' defense struggled in the final seven weeks of the season, ranking near the bottom in yards and points allowed.

The Detroit Lions have been advised to ink a former DPOY to help their pass rush rather than trade for Maxx Crosby or Myles Garrett.