"For all the Detroit fans, what you don’t see is the work ethic that you’re getting. This guy is nuts. People thought I was nuts. This guy is freaking nuts, man."

The Lions were without two starting defensive backs when they took the field for Monday's training camp practice in Allen Park.

John Morton said he will call plays from the coaches booth in Thursday's preseason opener against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Lions OC John Morton credits Jon Gruden for his initial coaching opportunity and schematic influence on his offense

Australia prop Allan Alaalatoa has been ruled out of the third Test against the British and Irish Lions in a major blow for the Wallabies. The vastly experienced tighthead had started the first two games of the three-match series but will miss the final encounter at Sydney’s Accor Stadium this weekend.

The Detroit Lions are not expected to play most starters this preseason, but top picks Tyleik Williams and Tate Ratledge could see action Thursday.

The Lions signed cornerback Nick Whiteside ahead of Monday's practice after waiving Stantley Thomas-Oliver over the weekend

Lions offensive coordinator John Morton delayed his vacation this year. No beaches, no trips to Cancun. He instead used his time to do what most offensive coordinators would rather be doing: locking themselves away and grinding tape. It’s what you’ll come to learn about Morton.

Lions undrafted rookie Jackson Meeks has two dreams: making an NFL roster and playing with his uncle, Za'Darius Smith.