1 month ago
At the beginning of the week, Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell dropped an interesting update that the left guard position was still up for grabs in the lead up to the team's season opener against the New Orleans Saints. Incumbent Christian Mahogany and free agent addition Ben Bartch were to split reps in practice all week, and Campbell even said he'd consider rotating the two in the game if a leader hadn't emerged in the competition.
But on Friday, Campbell gave a little clarity on the situation, suggesting that Mahogany will start on Sunday.
"I don't know. It's a good question. I'm still thinking about that. There's probably a good chance Mahogany starts," Campbell said.
Now, of course, who starts the game and who finishes it could very different. Campbell's comments are vague enough to suggest that the guard rotation could continue and/or Mahogany could be on a short leash. He could even change his mind before Sunday. Campbell did note that both players have played well in the two practices thus far this week.
"I thought both of those guys did a really good job in practice," Campbell said.
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But on Friday, Campbell gave a little clarity on the situation, suggesting that Mahogany will start on Sunday.
"I don't know. It's a good question. I'm still thinking about that. There's probably a good chance Mahogany starts," Campbell said.
Now, of course, who starts the game and who finishes it could very different. Campbell's comments are vague enough to suggest that the guard rotation could continue and/or Mahogany could be on a short leash. He could even change his mind before Sunday. Campbell did note that both players have played well in the two practices thus far this week.
"I thought both of those guys did a really good job in practice," Campbell said.
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1 month ago
Drew Petzing would rather not rotate offensive linemen.
"I'd like to have five Hall of Famers up there that we're going to sit in there for 15 years and roll," he said Thursday, Sept. 10, in Allen Park.
But after managing line rotations on multiple occasions during his three seasons with the Arizona Cardinals, the Detroit Lions' first-year offensive coordinator said a left guard rotation like the one the Lions could use Sunday against the New Orleans Saints (1 p.m., Fox) could benefit the team.
"I think the reality of the NFL ... is sometimes the best thing for the team is not to [have one lineman take all the snaps]," Petzing said. "And it's an opportunity for those guys to continue to compete and earn their reps and to help this team win games. So looking forward to seeing whatever that ends up looking like one way or the other kind of play out on Sunday."
Christian Mahogany started 11 games at left guard for the Lions last season and took most of the first-team reps at the position this summer, but Lions coach Dan Campbell said he planned to rotate Mahogany and Ben Bartch at left guard in practice this week.
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"I'd like to have five Hall of Famers up there that we're going to sit in there for 15 years and roll," he said Thursday, Sept. 10, in Allen Park.
But after managing line rotations on multiple occasions during his three seasons with the Arizona Cardinals, the Detroit Lions' first-year offensive coordinator said a left guard rotation like the one the Lions could use Sunday against the New Orleans Saints (1 p.m., Fox) could benefit the team.
"I think the reality of the NFL ... is sometimes the best thing for the team is not to [have one lineman take all the snaps]," Petzing said. "And it's an opportunity for those guys to continue to compete and earn their reps and to help this team win games. So looking forward to seeing whatever that ends up looking like one way or the other kind of play out on Sunday."
Christian Mahogany started 11 games at left guard for the Lions last season and took most of the first-team reps at the position this summer, but Lions coach Dan Campbell said he planned to rotate Mahogany and Ben Bartch at left guard in practice this week.
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1 month ago
Christian Mahogany and Ben Bartch will split reps at left guard in practice for the Detroit Lions this week and the team could use both players in their season opener Sunday, Sept. 13, against the New Orleans Saints, Lions coach Dan Campbell said.
"Yeah, we could," Campbell said. "[Tuesday] they're going to split. I see them splitting on Thursday, I see them splitting on Friday, and then if nothing's been decided by then, then maybe they both play."
Mahogany started 11 games at left guard for the Lions last season and handled most of the first-team reps at the position this summer, while Bartch was recovering from injuries.
Bartch underwent Lisfranc surgery last year while playing for the San Francisco 49ers and missed time with a concussion in training camp.
Campbell praised Bartch's play in camp but said Aug. 20 he did not think there was enough time for Bartch to win the starting job. The Lions signed Bartch this offseason with thoughts of having an open competition at left guard.
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"Yeah, we could," Campbell said. "[Tuesday] they're going to split. I see them splitting on Thursday, I see them splitting on Friday, and then if nothing's been decided by then, then maybe they both play."
Mahogany started 11 games at left guard for the Lions last season and handled most of the first-team reps at the position this summer, while Bartch was recovering from injuries.
Bartch underwent Lisfranc surgery last year while playing for the San Francisco 49ers and missed time with a concussion in training camp.
Campbell praised Bartch's play in camp but said Aug. 20 he did not think there was enough time for Bartch to win the starting job. The Lions signed Bartch this offseason with thoughts of having an open competition at left guard.
#campbell #team
2 months ago
The Detroit Lions are taking a look at some serious experience for an offensive line that suddenly could use more of it.
Detroit worked out veteran guards Will Hernandez and Laken Tomlinson on Thursday, according to the NFL transaction wire. Neither player had signed with the Lions as of Friday morning.
The timing isn't difficult to figure out.
Ben Bartch is in concussion protocol, cutting into what was already a shrinking opportunity for him to challenge Christian Mahogany at left guard. Detroit is also operating without center Cade Mays, whose wrist injury is expected to sideline him for roughly eight to 10 weeks.
Brad Holmes apparently decided it wouldn't hurt to have a couple of veteran guards stop by Allen Park.
#veteran #hernandez #thursday #neither
Detroit worked out veteran guards Will Hernandez and Laken Tomlinson on Thursday, according to the NFL transaction wire. Neither player had signed with the Lions as of Friday morning.
The timing isn't difficult to figure out.
Ben Bartch is in concussion protocol, cutting into what was already a shrinking opportunity for him to challenge Christian Mahogany at left guard. Detroit is also operating without center Cade Mays, whose wrist injury is expected to sideline him for roughly eight to 10 weeks.
Brad Holmes apparently decided it wouldn't hurt to have a couple of veteran guards stop by Allen Park.
#veteran #hernandez #thursday #neither
2 months ago
Allen Park — When the Detroit Lions take on the Washington Commanders in Saturday's preseason game at Ford Field, expect to see a number of Detroit's starters in uniform.
Lions coach Dan Campbell wouldn't reveal a full list of those he plans to have participate Saturday — "Not everybody will play," he **** ured — but he did say, "We are going to play a significant amount of starters. That's my plan right now."
Against the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday, the Lions had 59 players suited up, with most of their expected starters and key contributors attending but not playing. Exceptions included the entire rookie class, wide receivers Isaac TeSlaa and Greg Dortch, offensive lineman Christian Mahogany and safety Chuck Clark, among others.
The Lions have traditionally not played their starters in the preseason since Campbell was hired in 2021. But when asked about playing starters this year, Campbell on July 29 said, "I would like to. But there again, this thing moves as we get through these practices. What do we look like? Who needs work? Do they need to play together? Are there players that aren't getting enough intensity in practice? ... We'll work around that stuff.
"Right now, I would like to, but we'll see how it goes."
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Lions coach Dan Campbell wouldn't reveal a full list of those he plans to have participate Saturday — "Not everybody will play," he **** ured — but he did say, "We are going to play a significant amount of starters. That's my plan right now."
Against the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday, the Lions had 59 players suited up, with most of their expected starters and key contributors attending but not playing. Exceptions included the entire rookie class, wide receivers Isaac TeSlaa and Greg Dortch, offensive lineman Christian Mahogany and safety Chuck Clark, among others.
The Lions have traditionally not played their starters in the preseason since Campbell was hired in 2021. But when asked about playing starters this year, Campbell on July 29 said, "I would like to. But there again, this thing moves as we get through these practices. What do we look like? Who needs work? Do they need to play together? Are there players that aren't getting enough intensity in practice? ... We'll work around that stuff.
"Right now, I would like to, but we'll see how it goes."
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2 months ago
The Detroit Lions were back in pads on Sunday, slowly ramping things back up in their 13th training camp practice of the 2026 preseason.
A couple of unexpected absences popped up at Sunday's practice, but we also saw some injured players return, like Juice Scruggs and Derrick Moore. The pair took to the field in pads for the first time as they continue to build back up after soft-tissue injuries.
Because this was Scruggs' first practice in pads, the Lions appear like they want to keep his acclimation tempered a bit. He started most "team" series—save the final few—but at the halfway point, Scruggs went to the sidelines. That decision let the offensive line adjust its interior combination and test other options.
When Scruggs exited, Tate Ratledge stepped in at center with Christian Mahogany shifting from left to right guard to accommodate for Ben Bartch at left guard. With this combination, they could see where Ratledge is at in his development at center, make room for Bartch to get reps with the first team, and give Mahogany some looks from the right side.
The difference between the two combinations was drastic. When Scruggs was at center, the offensive line looked solid, but when they shifted to Ratledge inside, they appeared more vulnerable to blitzes, and Ratledge botched at least two snaps. While the second combination arguably puts the Lions' five most talented linemen on the field at the same time, the cohesion was clearly absent, illustrating how important it is to find the "right" combination and "fit."
#ratledge
A couple of unexpected absences popped up at Sunday's practice, but we also saw some injured players return, like Juice Scruggs and Derrick Moore. The pair took to the field in pads for the first time as they continue to build back up after soft-tissue injuries.
Because this was Scruggs' first practice in pads, the Lions appear like they want to keep his acclimation tempered a bit. He started most "team" series—save the final few—but at the halfway point, Scruggs went to the sidelines. That decision let the offensive line adjust its interior combination and test other options.
When Scruggs exited, Tate Ratledge stepped in at center with Christian Mahogany shifting from left to right guard to accommodate for Ben Bartch at left guard. With this combination, they could see where Ratledge is at in his development at center, make room for Bartch to get reps with the first team, and give Mahogany some looks from the right side.
The difference between the two combinations was drastic. When Scruggs was at center, the offensive line looked solid, but when they shifted to Ratledge inside, they appeared more vulnerable to blitzes, and Ratledge botched at least two snaps. While the second combination arguably puts the Lions' five most talented linemen on the field at the same time, the cohesion was clearly absent, illustrating how important it is to find the "right" combination and "fit."
#ratledge
2 months ago
Here are some observations from Day 13 of Lions training camp in Allen Park on Sunday.
▶ The most notable development out of Sunday's practice was Tate Ratledge's move to the first-team center position. While Ratledge wasn't at center for the full practice — Juice Scruggs also took reps at center — he took a healthy majority. When Ratledge was at center, the team deployed Ben Bartch at left guard and Christian Mahogany at right guard. When Scruggs was in at center, Mahogany and Ratledge played guard.
The practice was sloppy for the offense, in part because it started to pour halfway through. By our count, Ratledge had two botched snaps, and Scruggs had four. One or two of them might've been on quarterback Jared Goff; it was kind of hard to tell in the rain.
Part of the moving and shaking stems from the fact that, as Lions coach Dan Campbell mentioned on Saturday, they have no idea who their "best five" are with Cade Mays on the shelf. Prior to his injury, they only needed to figure out one spot (left guard) along the offensive line, with two clear favorites for the job: Mahogany and Bartch.
Now the situation is exponentially more complicated: While Seth McLaughlin played well at center in Thursday night's preseason game, he likely doesn't have the preferred size; Scruggs was dealing with a soft-tissue injury before returning to practice this week; Ratledge has never played the position before. Even if Scruggs was the clear front-runner for the gig, they'd likely want to hammer down a contingency plan before going into the season. It's clear the Lions are invested in preparing Ratledge to play center if it comes down to it.
#ratledge #practice #guard #clear
▶ The most notable development out of Sunday's practice was Tate Ratledge's move to the first-team center position. While Ratledge wasn't at center for the full practice — Juice Scruggs also took reps at center — he took a healthy majority. When Ratledge was at center, the team deployed Ben Bartch at left guard and Christian Mahogany at right guard. When Scruggs was in at center, Mahogany and Ratledge played guard.
The practice was sloppy for the offense, in part because it started to pour halfway through. By our count, Ratledge had two botched snaps, and Scruggs had four. One or two of them might've been on quarterback Jared Goff; it was kind of hard to tell in the rain.
Part of the moving and shaking stems from the fact that, as Lions coach Dan Campbell mentioned on Saturday, they have no idea who their "best five" are with Cade Mays on the shelf. Prior to his injury, they only needed to figure out one spot (left guard) along the offensive line, with two clear favorites for the job: Mahogany and Bartch.
Now the situation is exponentially more complicated: While Seth McLaughlin played well at center in Thursday night's preseason game, he likely doesn't have the preferred size; Scruggs was dealing with a soft-tissue injury before returning to practice this week; Ratledge has never played the position before. Even if Scruggs was the clear front-runner for the gig, they'd likely want to hammer down a contingency plan before going into the season. It's clear the Lions are invested in preparing Ratledge to play center if it comes down to it.
#ratledge #practice #guard #clear
2 months ago
After an off day on Saturday, the Lions returned to the practice field Sunday for their first training camp session in front of fans. Despite a threatening forecast, the rain held off, allowing Detroit to put together a lengthy, fast-paced, and competitive practice in shells.
The defense set the tone on the final day before the pads come on, turning in one of its strongest practices of camp while several players continued making their case for larger roles and roster spots.
Below are my nine biggest standouts from the day. Keep in mind that the Lions held two individual competition periods, where I primarily observed the offensive and defensive line one-on-one pass-rush drills alongside Erik Schlitt. When necessary, I've also incorporated additional observations from Jeremy Reisman on the one-on-one coverage and seven-on-seven periods.
With Blake Miller limited to individual drills, Penei Sewell receiving periodic rest, and Christian Mahogany still working his way back up to speed with the second team, Sunday served as another reminder of just how important quality depth and versatility are along the offensive line.
Miles Frazier went from working almost exclusively at left guard early in camp to taking reps at left tackle, left guard, right guard, and right tackle during Sunday's practice. It was a nonstop exercise in recalibrating his footwork and technique, yet he rarely looked out of place. Frazier appeared promisingly comfortable at tackle, even rotating in with the first team at right tackle while Larry Borom handled the sixth offensive lineman role. He also turned in one of the more impressive performances during one-on-one pass rush drills going 7-1 in a team-high eight reps. On one red-zone rep, after taking second-team reps at right tackle, Frazier immediately rotated in with the third team at right guard and snow-plowed Aidan Keanaaina out of the gap. His endurance and stamina stood out throughout the afternoon while further reinforcing his value as a versatile reserve and likely the team's fourth tackle option.
#team #right #camp
The defense set the tone on the final day before the pads come on, turning in one of its strongest practices of camp while several players continued making their case for larger roles and roster spots.
Below are my nine biggest standouts from the day. Keep in mind that the Lions held two individual competition periods, where I primarily observed the offensive and defensive line one-on-one pass-rush drills alongside Erik Schlitt. When necessary, I've also incorporated additional observations from Jeremy Reisman on the one-on-one coverage and seven-on-seven periods.
With Blake Miller limited to individual drills, Penei Sewell receiving periodic rest, and Christian Mahogany still working his way back up to speed with the second team, Sunday served as another reminder of just how important quality depth and versatility are along the offensive line.
Miles Frazier went from working almost exclusively at left guard early in camp to taking reps at left tackle, left guard, right guard, and right tackle during Sunday's practice. It was a nonstop exercise in recalibrating his footwork and technique, yet he rarely looked out of place. Frazier appeared promisingly comfortable at tackle, even rotating in with the first team at right tackle while Larry Borom handled the sixth offensive lineman role. He also turned in one of the more impressive performances during one-on-one pass rush drills going 7-1 in a team-high eight reps. On one red-zone rep, after taking second-team reps at right tackle, Frazier immediately rotated in with the third team at right guard and snow-plowed Aidan Keanaaina out of the gap. His endurance and stamina stood out throughout the afternoon while further reinforcing his value as a versatile reserve and likely the team's fourth tackle option.
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3 months ago
The Detroit Lions suffered what appears to be their first in-practice injuries of training camp on Thursday. Veteran defensive tackle Alim McNeill and rookie linebacker Jimmy Rolder left early and did not return.
But it wasn't all bad news for Detroit. They did get one player back from an injury list, and it appears others are making progress. Let's break down all of the Day 3 injury news below.
G Christian Mahogany (NFI)
Mahogany was officially taken off the Non-Football Injury list on Friday and immediately got some first-team reps, splitting time with Juice Scruggs. Mahogany told a small group of reporters that his absence was not injury related, and he's ready to improve upon last year's perforance.
RB Jahmyr Gibbs (not-injury related)
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But it wasn't all bad news for Detroit. They did get one player back from an injury list, and it appears others are making progress. Let's break down all of the Day 3 injury news below.
G Christian Mahogany (NFI)
Mahogany was officially taken off the Non-Football Injury list on Friday and immediately got some first-team reps, splitting time with Juice Scruggs. Mahogany told a small group of reporters that his absence was not injury related, and he's ready to improve upon last year's perforance.
RB Jahmyr Gibbs (not-injury related)
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3 months ago
The Detroit Lions, who will conduct their first training camp practice of the year Wednesday, placed offensive lineman Christian Mahogany on the active/Non-Football Injury (NFI) list Tuesday, and defensive back Christian Izien was placed on the active/Non-Football Illness (NFI) list.
These designations are similar to that of the active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, which safeties Kerby Joseph (knee) and Brian Branch (Achilles), as well as tight end Tyler Conklin (undisclosed), were placed on Sunday. All five players cannot practice until being activated, but they can be activated at any time. The one difference is PUP has to do with football-related injuries. NFI is for injuries or illnesses that occurred away from the team.
Veterans reported to Allen Park on Tuesday.
It's not immediately known what exactly Mahogany and Izien are dealing with, though Lions coach Dan Campbell will likely share injury updates regarding those two, along with Joseph, Branch and Conklin, during his news conference Wednesday.
The Lions on Tuesday also released defensive tackle Jay Tufele, a veteran who was signed in April and figured to compete for opportunties as depth behind presumed starters Alim McNeill and Tyleik Williams.
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These designations are similar to that of the active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, which safeties Kerby Joseph (knee) and Brian Branch (Achilles), as well as tight end Tyler Conklin (undisclosed), were placed on Sunday. All five players cannot practice until being activated, but they can be activated at any time. The one difference is PUP has to do with football-related injuries. NFI is for injuries or illnesses that occurred away from the team.
Veterans reported to Allen Park on Tuesday.
It's not immediately known what exactly Mahogany and Izien are dealing with, though Lions coach Dan Campbell will likely share injury updates regarding those two, along with Joseph, Branch and Conklin, during his news conference Wednesday.
The Lions on Tuesday also released defensive tackle Jay Tufele, a veteran who was signed in April and figured to compete for opportunties as depth behind presumed starters Alim McNeill and Tyleik Williams.
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3 months ago
The Detroit Lions open their 2026 training camp on Wednesday, and on Tuesday, their veterans reported to the team's Allen Park training facility. As players rejoin the team, it's common for the team to make a few last-minute transactions in preparation for camp. Earlier in the week, we saw the Lions place three players on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, and on Tuesday, they placed Christian Mahogany on the Non-Football Injury (NFI) list, Christian Izien on the Non-Football Illness (NFI) list, and released veteran nose tackle Jay Tufele.
If you're not familiar with the difference between the lists, which list a player lands on is based on where they were injured and the type of injury. If a player was hurt while participating in an activity directly related to the NFL (games, practices, workouts, etc.), they land on the PUP list. If a player was injured in a non-NFL activity (which can include private workouts or in their personal life), they land on the NFI (injury) list. If a player is dealing with an illness (which can range from having the flu or Mononucleosis—like Mahogany had as a rookie—or even more serious illnesses), they land in the NFI (illness) category.
These lists also have some similarities as well. Like with the PUP list, placing a player on either NFI list at this stage does not require them to miss any games. They are restricted from practicing while on the injury lists, but players are also eligible to be removed from any of these lists at any time if a team believes a player is healthy enough to begin practicing. However, if a player remains on any of the lists through roster cutdowns, they will be forced to miss the first four games of the regular season.
Mahogany returns to Detroit this season expecting to work to retain his starting left guard job, so any absence will certainly hinder his ability to compete for that role. While he is out, look for either veteran Ben Bartch, second-year lineman Miles Frazier, or recently traded-for Juice Scruggs to try to seize the opportunity in front of them.
Izien joined the Lions this offseason and was working with the starting safeties in the spring as he was trying to acclimate to the Lions' scheme quickly, as he was also expected to compete for a starting role with Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph on the PUP list. While Izien misses time, Thomas Harper and Avonte Maddox, along with veteran Chuck Clark, should have great opportunities to get into the starting rotation at practice.
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If you're not familiar with the difference between the lists, which list a player lands on is based on where they were injured and the type of injury. If a player was hurt while participating in an activity directly related to the NFL (games, practices, workouts, etc.), they land on the PUP list. If a player was injured in a non-NFL activity (which can include private workouts or in their personal life), they land on the NFI (injury) list. If a player is dealing with an illness (which can range from having the flu or Mononucleosis—like Mahogany had as a rookie—or even more serious illnesses), they land in the NFI (illness) category.
These lists also have some similarities as well. Like with the PUP list, placing a player on either NFI list at this stage does not require them to miss any games. They are restricted from practicing while on the injury lists, but players are also eligible to be removed from any of these lists at any time if a team believes a player is healthy enough to begin practicing. However, if a player remains on any of the lists through roster cutdowns, they will be forced to miss the first four games of the regular season.
Mahogany returns to Detroit this season expecting to work to retain his starting left guard job, so any absence will certainly hinder his ability to compete for that role. While he is out, look for either veteran Ben Bartch, second-year lineman Miles Frazier, or recently traded-for Juice Scruggs to try to seize the opportunity in front of them.
Izien joined the Lions this offseason and was working with the starting safeties in the spring as he was trying to acclimate to the Lions' scheme quickly, as he was also expected to compete for a starting role with Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph on the PUP list. While Izien misses time, Thomas Harper and Avonte Maddox, along with veteran Chuck Clark, should have great opportunities to get into the starting rotation at practice.
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3 months ago
As the month of July marches on, the first report dates for the Detroit Lions' 2026 training camp are now less than three weeks away.
With excitement building for the 2026 Lions campaign, CBS took a look at each franchise's top storyline heading into training camp.
CBS writes that the biggest training camp storyline for the Lions is the offensive line shuffle in front of quarterback Jared Goff.
This was a tight call between the offensive line and the health of safeties Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph. Ultimately, the offensive line got the nod. All-Pro right tackle Penei Sewell is switching to the left side after Taylor Decker's departure, and first-round pick Blake Miller is taking over at right tackle. Cade Mays is the new center and should add major size and power there, though this will be his first season as a full-time starter. Guards Christian Mahogany and Tate Ratledge must step up. - Zachary Pereles, CBS
The Lions' offensive line regression was one of the primary factors that contributed to Detroit's 9-8 record and fourth-place finish in the NFC North last season.
With excitement building for the 2026 Lions campaign, CBS took a look at each franchise's top storyline heading into training camp.
CBS writes that the biggest training camp storyline for the Lions is the offensive line shuffle in front of quarterback Jared Goff.
This was a tight call between the offensive line and the health of safeties Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph. Ultimately, the offensive line got the nod. All-Pro right tackle Penei Sewell is switching to the left side after Taylor Decker's departure, and first-round pick Blake Miller is taking over at right tackle. Cade Mays is the new center and should add major size and power there, though this will be his first season as a full-time starter. Guards Christian Mahogany and Tate Ratledge must step up. - Zachary Pereles, CBS
The Lions' offensive line regression was one of the primary factors that contributed to Detroit's 9-8 record and fourth-place finish in the NFC North last season.
4 months ago
The Detroit Lions will be depending upon a trio of young offensive linemen in 2026.
Both guards—Tate Ratledge and Christian Mahogany—have double-figure starts under their belt now, but Ratledge and Mahogany are in their second and third NFL seasons, respectively. The Lions are expected to start first-round 2026 NFL Draft pick Blake Miller at right tackle.
That's a large amount of youth that will join the more experienced Penei Sewell and Cade Mays along the Lions offensive line.
With Detroit still unable to put on the pads and have live contact during OTAs, new Lions OC Drew Petzing was asked what his points of emphasis are with his young trench players during OTAs.
"Yeah, I think the big thing is the learning aspect of we're still processing, we're still running different schemes, we're still making sure that we're ****** ignment sound and know where we're going and how we're doing and can do it quickly, because the game happens fast.
Both guards—Tate Ratledge and Christian Mahogany—have double-figure starts under their belt now, but Ratledge and Mahogany are in their second and third NFL seasons, respectively. The Lions are expected to start first-round 2026 NFL Draft pick Blake Miller at right tackle.
That's a large amount of youth that will join the more experienced Penei Sewell and Cade Mays along the Lions offensive line.
With Detroit still unable to put on the pads and have live contact during OTAs, new Lions OC Drew Petzing was asked what his points of emphasis are with his young trench players during OTAs.
"Yeah, I think the big thing is the learning aspect of we're still processing, we're still running different schemes, we're still making sure that we're ****** ignment sound and know where we're going and how we're doing and can do it quickly, because the game happens fast.
