The Detroit Lions just got a firsthand look at what Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker can bring to a defense. Now, they should consider bringing him to Detroit. Baker remains one of the NFL's premier safeties, and at 30 years old, he's still producing at a high level. Through five games this season, Baker has recorded 36 total tackles, 2.5 sacks, three passes defended and an interception. He also earned his eighth pro bowl selection in 2025. For a Lions defense that is try
Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch took a major step toward returning to the field Wednesday, as the Pro Bowl defensive back returned to practice and officially opened his 21-day window to be activated from the PUP list. Branch has been recovering from the Achilles injury that ended his 2025 season and has missed the first four games of the 2026 season. His return would be a significant boost for a Lions defense that has struggled mightily through the opening month. Branch was
Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch is expected to return to practice as early as Wednesday, according to multiple reports. Head coach Dan Campbell said Monday that Branch still needs final medical clearance, but that "it looks really good" that he'll practice this week. If Branch returns Wednesday, the Lions will officially open his 21-day practice window to evaluate him before activating him to the 53-man roster. After watching Detroit's secondary struggle through the first f
