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Lions strengthen defense, signing DJ Reader to 2-year deal worth up to $27.5M, AP sources say
The Detroit Lions made a relatively bold move to strengthen their run defense by signing veteran defensive tackle DJ Reader on Thursday. The Lions landed Reader with a two-year contract worth up to $27.5 million, two people familiar with the deal told The Associated Press. One person...
Lions extend the contracts of coach Dan Campbell and general manager Brad Holmes
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Lions went generations searching for a general manager and coach to lead them to success. The franchise finally found what it was looking for three years ago, hiring general manager Brad Holmes and coach Dan Campbell, and it doesn't want to look for new...
Lions agree to deals with Marcus Davenport, Graham Glasgow; acquire Carlton Davis, AP sources say
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Lions addressed three pressing needs Monday, two days before the new league year begins. Detroit agreed to a $10.5 million, one-year contract with edge rusher Marcus Davenport, according to a person familiar with the deal who spoke on condition of...
Lions retool defensive coaching staff, hiring Deshea Townsend, Terrell Williams and Jim O’Neil
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions have reshaped their staff on defense by hiring Deshea Townsend to coach defensive backs, Terrell Williams to lead the line and Jim O’Neil as an assistant. The Lions made the moves Wednesday, a day after releasing veteran safety Tracy...