Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (5) and running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0). / Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson (97).

The Detroit Lions enter the 2025 preseason firmly in the conversation as one of the NFC’s elite franchises. However, they suddenly face some doubt about their long-term trajectory.

The Detroit Lions are certainly ready for padded practices to begin. Over their last two practices, there has been plenty of tension and intensity. The physicality has boiled over at times, with ...