A couple of years ago, the Detroit Lions selected a very intriguing quarterback in the NFL Draft: Hendon Hooker. Loaded with potential, many felt that Hooker could become a starter at some point in the near future.

Through three preseason games, Grant Stuard has recorded 112 yards on four kick returns for the Detroit Lions.

Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery pushed back against criticism that Jared Goff's success stems from his supporting cast, highlighting his leadership and toughness.

The Detroit Lions looked dominant in two joint practices last week against the Miami Dolphins. On Thursday, the Houston Texans visit.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/lions as David Shaw Quote About Lions Rookie WR Is Turning Heads. Detroit Lions rookie wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa has been the talk of training camp. His toughness and playmaking abilities have been on display during practices and during preseason games.

The Grant Stuard experiment at kick returner will continue for the Lions, with an enthusiastic endorsement from Detroit ST Coordinator Dave Fipp

In an interview with Kay Adams, Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson credited Dan Campbell with turning around the Detroit Lions.

Health is a big factor, as the team was without top cornerback Carlton Davis down the stretch last year. D.J. Reed is viewed as an ideal fit for their defensive style, while Terrion Arnold is expected to take a big leap in his second NFL season.

During the Monday Night Countdown before Monday's preseason game between the Cincinnati Bengals and Washington Commanders, the panel of experts each had 40 seconds to talk about a team and make their case for the upcoming season. Clark chose to talk about the Lions and made it clear he is very high on the reigning NFC North champions.

Miami Dolphins Face Crucial Quinn Ewers Call After Lions Victory originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Barring an injury, Miami Dolphins rookie Quinn Ewers almost certainly won’t open the season as the backup quarterback, not after Zach Wilson signed a one-year, $6 million deal in March.