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According to the NFL Network, the Detroit Lions will host defensive tackle D.J. Reader on a free agent visit this week. Reader is regarded as one of the best nose tackles in the league. Reader, who stands 6-foot-3 and weighs 335 pounds, has eight years of experience and has started 96 games for Houston and Cincinnati. He’s an excellent run stuffer who has also had an impact on the pass game, piling up at least 30 pressures in three consecutive seasons. Last year, Pro Football Focus ranked him as the No. 11 interior defender overall. Last season, the Lions’ interior…

Allen Park — Dan Skipper, maybe the most famous swing tackle in the league, has agreed to accept a one-year contract with the Detroit Lions, according to NFL Network. The journeyman offensive lineman has been cut more than 20 times in his seven-year career, which has brought him from Dallas to Denver, New England, Houston, Las Vegas, Indianapolis, and, of course, Detroit three times. Skipper, on the other hand, has finally found some traction with the Lions, establishing himself as a dependable swing tackle under Dan Campbell. Detroit Lions offensive tackle Dan Skipper celebrates as time winds down on the…

The Detroit Lions have reportedly agreed to terms with former Raiders cornerback Amik Robertson on a two-year contract. Let’s take a look at how Robertson fits into the Lions’ roster and scheme, as well as how his signing will affect Detroit’s summer preparations. Roster Fit After re-signing Emmanuel Moseley ahead of free agency, the Lions began the bargaining process with five corners scheduled to hit the open market. Their first big move was allegedly trading for Carlton Davis on Monday, followed by the addition of Robertson on Tuesday, demonstrating their commitment to rebuilding their cornerback room. Davis and Cameron Sutton…

Allen Park — A’Shawn Robinson is cashing in with the Carolina Panthers, reportedly agreeing to a three-year contract worth $22.5 million, with $10.4 million guaranteed. Robinson spent his first four seasons with the Detroit Lions. Since then, he has played for the Los Angeles Rams and the New York Giants. Robinson will also reunite with former Rams defensive assistant and current Panthers defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero after moving to Charlotte. Robinson was the Lions’ second-round pick from Alabama in 2016. He appeared in 58 games, starting 37 of them, and recorded five sacks and 16 tackles for loss during his…

According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the New York Yankees have restarted trade talks with the Chicago White Sox about standout pitcher Dylan Cease. Negotiations resumed as Yankees ace Gerrit Cole reported “discomfort” in his throwing elbow, with an MRI slated to establish the degree of a potential injury. The Yankees are now considering options for an Opening Day starter, and it appears that the team will add some roster insurance for their $324 million ace pitcher. Zachary Rotman, writing about FanSided, predicted that a trade including three top prospects and two young infielders could be enough to get…

TRAGIC: Packers are just about landing three players for two years deal $115 million each The Green Bay Packers received sad news lately when it was reported that the team has parted ways with Aaron Jones. Ignoring the emotional impact of his signing with the Vikings (which still hurts), the team did sign Josh Jacobs yesterday, but they may and should try to strengthen the running back group in any way possible. AJ Dillon’s statistically disastrous 2023 season suggests that the Packers will be on the lookout for yet another running back. The team may try to stick with Dillon,…

When the Las Vegas Raiders selected AmikRobertson in the fourth round of the 2020 NFL Draft, there was a lot of excitement.  He was a darling among draft gurus because he was a tough-talking ballhawk at Louisiana Tech. Robertson had his ups and downs during his four seasons with the Raiders, but he did show promise at times and was a solid rotational player. Robertson will now strive to improve as a member of the Detroit Lions. According to NFL Media, he intends to join with the Lions for a two-year contract. He is the fourth Las Vegas free agent…

FOX 2 (WJBK) – Larry Benjamin, a lifelong Detroit Lions fan who was lauded on social media for his blue-dyed hair, died in hospice care on Sunday morning. Larry died quietly in his sleep, according to his son Jeffrey Benjamin. He didn’t suffer. In fact, Jeff claimed his father was overjoyed that his decision to dye his hair Honolulu blue during the playoffs made so many people happy. He became an overnight sensation. And it all began with Jeff’s simple post on X in January. “I posted a picture of my dad with blue hair and captioned it, ‘My dad…

Despite their mediocre offense, the Pittsburgh Steelers finished the 2023 regular season with a winning record. They tried to make things work with Kenny Pickett at quarterback, but when he didn’t work out, the Steelers were forced to rely on their defense for the majority of their production. Despite their mediocre offense, the Pittsburgh Steelers finished the 2023 regular season with a winning record. They tried to make things work with Kenny Pickett at quarterback, but when he didn’t work out, the Steelers were forced to rely on their defense for the majority of their production. Russell Wilson, the team’s…

Blake Miller discussed what he’s learned from Clemson’s new offensive line coach, Matt Luke, and the conversation turned to Walt Disney. According to Luke, a young Disney attended a carnival and wanted to see the merry-go-round. What he discovered was less than pleasant. Some of the horses did not jump up and down. Some had chipped paint. Disney evolved from a boy into a brand associated with movies and amusement parks. He had a plaque on his desk till the day he died. There is no chipped paint. All horses jump. “So (Luke) kind of takes that approach to the…