With each passing week, the buzz around this team grows louder. From national rankings to individual player recognition and strong health reports, Detroit continues to get nods that show the football world is finally paying attention to what’s being built in the Motor City.
This week’s good news? Yet another wave of respect from league insiders and analysts, as multiple Lions players earned top spots in ESPN’s positional rankings. Safety duo Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph cracked the top 5, something no other safety tandem in the NFL managed to do. That kind of respect doesn’t come easy — it’s a sign of how far this defense has come under Aaron Glenn and Dan Campbell.
But that’s not all. Quarterback Jared Goff continues to get props for his consistency and leadership, rookie buzz around Tate Ratledge and Dominic Lovett is rising, and offensive star Amon-Ra St. Brown says new OC John Morton is pushing him to learn again — a good sign for a player who already posted 4,800+ receiving yards in his first four years.
On top of that, the team is heading into camp healthy, focused, and deep at multiple positions — especially in the trenches, which is exactly how Brad Holmes and Campbell wanted it. The front office made big moves, from re-signing key pieces like Jonah Jackson to doubling down on special teams and depth. And now, everything’s starting to click before a single snap is played.
The Lions have been patient in their rebuild, but all signs now point to a franchise on the verge of something special. This team doesn’t just want to win — they expect to. And with the regular season approaching fast, all this good news might just be the beginning of a memorable ride in 2025.
Lions Make Headlines for All the Right Reasons Ahead of Season Opener
