Pat O'Connor, a 7th-round pick by Detroit Lions in 2017 out of Eastern Michigan, said he wants to finish his career with the team that drafted him.

Ford Field scheduling conflicts with Chris Brown's concert series prevent the team from hosting the popular open practice that drew 18,000 fans in 2022.

Outstanding Bath and Scotland fly-half Finn Russell will want to finish his greatest ever season with a Lions series clean sweep against Australia in Sydney, writes Tom English.

▶ Saturday marked the first practice of the year with fans in attendance, and per usual, there was a noticeable change in the energy. Supporters in attendance gave Lions owner Sheila Hamp a standing ovation when she arrived, and later started a chant for linebacker Alex Anzalone, who returned to practice amid a contract dispute with the team.

Lopez has missed the past few practices. According to head coach Dan Campbell, the defensive tackle was stepped on during practice, and the cleat twisted on top of his foot. While Campbell didn’t offer a timeline for his return, Lopez told MLive that he’s fine and the injury isn’t serious.

British & Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell said his players had fulfilled the ultimate dream by pulling off a brilliant comeback win from 18 points down to claim a series-sealing victory over Australia on Saturday.

The British and Irish Lions will want to 3-0 series whitewash to be lauded as one of the most successful touring party for decades, writes Matt Dawson.

Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox thinks teams should be targeting Detroit Lions quarterback Hendon Hooker, and one of the teams he suggests is the Lions' division rival, the Chicago Bears.