The Detroit Lions lost 25 years worth of experience on their offensive line this offseason. Are they counting on ex-Tennessee Titans guard Leroy Harris for a big role after reportedly signing him Monday?

The Detroit Lions are notorious for selecting offensive players in the early rounds of the NFL draft. Is Central Michigan offensive tackle Eric Fisher among the Lions' first-round targets?

Jeff Backus, who spent his entire 12-year career with the Detroit Lions, retired Thursday. The Lions now need some serious help in the trenches.

Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Jake Long wants $11 million per season. Is he worth it? The jury is out on Long, who recently was given a clean bill of health from Dr. James Andrews.

Matthew Stafford directs one of the NFL's most potent passing offenses, but does a suspect Detroit Lions secondary stand a chance against the opposition? Chad Reuter reports from training camp.

2012 NFL Free Agents List

2011 NFL Free Agents List

Lions players aren't just caught up in what the lofty expectations that many national observers have for their team means to them. They're equally aware of what it means to Detroit.

Reggie Bush will miss Week 14, but who else is out for tonight's New Orleans-Atlanta clash at the Georgia Dome? We have the answer in our exclusive inactives list.