Here is the list of 59 reasons why the Detroit Lions have never been Super Bowl champs, curated by longtime Free Press Lions insider Dave Birkett.

Mitchell is one of the few draft picks from Brad Holmes' regime as Lions general manager not still on the roster. He appeared in 30 games over three years.

After losing to Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers in Week 2 they won out, dominating the rest of their opponents en route to a 15-1 record and a bye in the first round of the playoffs. However, along the way they also suffered more injuries than any other team,

Following time spent on the Detroit Lions practice squad, former Union High School standout and Virginia Tech star, James Mitchell, has signed a future contract

The Lions currently hold the 28th pick in the NFL Draft. While the premier talent may be off the board by the time they pick, there are plenty of options that could suit Detroit's needs.

Morton is a name that some will find familiar, as he interviewed for the OC vacancy in Campbell's first season and spent a season with the Lions in 2022 as a senior offensive analyst. His year in Detroit coincided with Johnson's first year as offensive coordinator, so he likely had some influence on the offense in its beginning stages.

The Panthers have added ... Mitchell, 25, was a Lions fifth-round pick in 2022 and has appeared in 30 career games. He’s caught 13 passes for 141 yards with a touchdown. He appeared in only one game for Detroit in 2024. When the Colts drafted Peyton ...

The Carolina Panthers added a few new faces on Tuesday. As announced late this morning, the team has signed outside linebacker Carlos “Boogie” Basham and tight end James Mitchell to reserve/future contracts.

The Lions are the No. 1 seed in the NFC for the first time and host the Washington Commanders Saturday in the divisional round. With a win, the Lions could reach the NFC championship game for a second consecutive year and host the game for the first time in franchise history.

Teddy Bridgewater is in his 2nd stint with the Detroit Lions as Jared Goff's backup, having retired after the 2023 season and re-signing late in 2024.

Steve Wilks has agreed to terms to be the New York Jets' defensive coordinator under new head coach Aaron Glenn, multiple media outlets reported Wednesday night.

The New York Jets will surely be a defensive-minded team now that they're helmed by Aaron Glenn, a former Jets first-round cornerback who previously was the