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Jalen Reeves-Maybin elected as NFLPA president

Detroit Lions LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin elected as the new NFLPA president

Fresh off his new contract with the Lions, Jalen Reeves-Maybin has added another role to his game. The veteran linebacker has been elected as the new president of the NFLPA by the union’s board of representatives.

Reeves-Maybin has been active in the NFLPA for several years, serving on the Executive Committee in 2022 and 2023. He had been with the Lions since 2017 before departing for the Houston Texans for a season, returning to Detroit in 2023.

He earned second-team All-Pro honors as a special teams ace as well as playing some off-ball linebacker.

Congratulations to Jalen Reeves-Maybin on being elected as President by the Board of Player Representatives!

Jalen is currently a linebacker for the @Lions and was a member of our Executive Committee for the past two seasons. pic.twitter.com/eZfcTj56L5

— NFLPA (@NFLPA) March 8, 2024

Congrats to Reeves-Maybin on the election!

Detroit Lions unrestricted free agents now that the 2023 season is completed

With the 2024 offseason looming, here is the master list of the Detroit Lions unrestricted free agents

The Detroit Lions had an impressive season, coming within one game of a Super Bowl berth despite their loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Looking ahead, the future seems promising for the Lions.

GM Brad Holmes and Coach Dan Campbell are likely already diligently evaluating the roster, identifying areas for improvement to overcome the challenges. From a personal perspective, they should have the trust of the fanbase to execute the necessary moves. As they enter the offseason, the Lions possess $58.6 million in cap space, ranking sixth in the NFL according to Over the Cap. This substantial amount will likely be essential to bolster the roster, especially with only 38 players currently under contract for the upcoming season.

Certain players demonstrated their value this season, earning a return to the roster, while others failed to meet expectations. The decisions on who to retain and who to release will be intriguing. Here’s the comprehensive list of the Lions’ unrestricted free agents.

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Detroit Lions best and worst PFF grades from the playoff win over the Bucs

Let’s take a look at the best and worst PFF graded players for the Detroit Lions in their victorious encounter with the Buccaneers.

Following their triumph over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Detroit Lions are now on the cusp of glory, eyeing the NFC Championship game against the San Francisco 49ers.

The victory was the result of a collective effort from all three phases, reflecting the Lions’ characteristic resilience in close matches. This team is built to adapt, with each phase compensating when one aspect takes a moment to find its rhythm. While key players delivered outstanding performances that propelled the Lions to victory, there were also areas where improvement is needed as they prepare to face San Francisco.

Let’s take a look at the best and worst PFF graded players for the Lions in their victorious encounter with the Buccaneers.

Aidan Hutchinson headlines 4 Lions who made the All-NFC team

Aidan Hutchinson headlines 4 Lions who made the All-NFC team from PFWA

The Pro Football Writers of America (PFWA) announced the 2023 All-NFC team. The Detroit Lions, one of two remaining NFC teams in the playoffs, were well-represented on the list.

Four Lions earned All-NFC nods, led by DE Aidan Hutchinson. No. 97 joined San Francisco’s Nick Bosa on the all-conference team at end.

Two Detroit offensive players made the cut, too. Wideout Amon-Ra St. Brown and right tackle Penei Sewell also earned All-NFC honors. Sewell was the only Lions player to earn All-NFL status.

Special teams ace Jalen Reeves-Maybin earned his All-NFC nod for his work on the punt and kick units. The full team, from the PFWA press release:

In the spirit of disclosure, I am a PFWA voter and voted for all four Lions who earned All-NFC, as well as TE Sam LaPorta and P Jack Fox.

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NFL playoffs: Jalen Reeves-Maybin by the numbers against Tampa Bay

Detroit defeated the Buccaneers, 31-23, on Sunday in the NFC divisional round of the NFL playoffs.

Former Vol Jalen Reeves-Maybin recorded three tackles, one solo and two assisted, and 0.5 sacks against Tampa Bay.

In the wild card round against the Rams, Reeves-Maybin recorded two tackles, one solo and one assisted.

Reeves-Maybin recorded 20 tackles, two quarterback hits, one sack and two passes defended during the 2023 regular-season.

He played for Tennessee from 2013-16 under head coach Butch Jones and was a second-team All-SEC in 2015.

Reeves-Maybin finished his Tennessee career with 240 tackles, 27 tackles for a loss, eight sacks, one interception, two forced fumbles, four fumble recoveries and four passes defended.

Reeves-Maybin was selected by the Lions in the fourth round of the 2017 NFL draft (No. 124th overall).

NFL playoffs: Jalen Reeves-Maybin by the numbers against Los Angeles

Detroit defeated the Rams, 24-23, on Sunday in the Super Wild Card round of the NFL playoffs.

Former Vol Jalen Reeves-Maybin recorded two tackles, one solo and one assisted, against Los Angeles.

Reeves-Maybin recorded 20 tackles, two quarterback hits, one sack and two passes defended during the 2023 regular-season.

He played for Tennessee from 2013-16 under head coach Butch Jones and was a second-team All-SEC in 2015.

Reeves-Maybin finished his Tennessee career with 240 tackles, 27 tackles for a loss, eight sacks, one interception, two forced fumbles, four fumble recoveries and four passes defended.

Reeves-Maybin was selected by the Lions in the fourth round of the 2017 NFL draft (No. 124th overall).

PFF grades from Lions wild card round victory over Rams

Breaking down the top and bottom Lions performers in PFF grades from the playoff win over the Rams

For most the win over the Rams last night was the first playoff win in their lifetime. Watching it was one way of enjoying it but do the PFF numbers provide another way for it to show the game was won by the Lions?

All season longPFF has been able to show that this Lions team is good no matter what way you look at it. Players such as Penei Sewell, Aidan Hutchison and Amon-Ra St. Brown all had high grades all year. Their play on the field reflected that with them going as far to even earn All-Pro honors.

In Sunday’s playoff game the generous PFF grades rolled on but so did some critical one. Find them all here as we get ready to look ahead to their division-round matchup against either the Buccaneers or Eagles.

Amon-Ra St. Brown headlines 5 Lions who earned All-Pro status

St. Brown didn’t make the Pro Bowl but earned 1st-team All-Pro status

The Associated Press revealed the 2023 season All-Pro teams on Friday. The Detroit Lions are well-represented on the teams, which are considered the most prestigious of the postseason awards.

Two Lions earned first-team All-Pro status. Right tackle Penei Sewell and wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown each achieved the elite status. Only one player per position is selected except at positions like wide receiver and cornerback where multiple players are used by default.

The second team features three Lions:

TE Sam LaPorta
C Frank Ragnow
LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin as a special teams ace

It’s the second time Ragnow has earned second-team status, with the first coming in 2020. He is the only Lions player who previously earned All-Pro recognition on the first or second team.

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Jalen Reeves-Maybin voted 1st-team All-Pro on special teams by the NFLPA

Lions special teams captain Jalen Reeves-Maybin voted 1st-team All-Pro by the NFLPA

The NFL Players Association, or NFLPA, has released the results of the All-Pro balloting from the membership. One Lions player earned first-team honors in the NFLPA voting.

It’s linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin, who earned one of two spots as a designated core special teams player. Reeves-Maybin was outstanding in the role in his return to Detroit after a year away with the Houston Texans.

Center Frank Ragnow and right tackle Penei Sewell did not win the voting at their respective positions. The NFLPA only recognizes one player at each specific position on the offensive line.

The NFLPA announced its second annual Players’ All-Pro Team, voted on by the players themselves. pic.twitter.com/cZp5xqK659

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) January 10, 2024

5 Lions make initial 2024 Pro Bowl roster

The initial 2024 Pro Bowl roster has been announced and the NFC North division champions are well represented.

The roster is subject to change due to the results of the NFL playoffs but for now, five Lions made the initial roster. Sam LaPorta, Penei Sewell, Frank Ragnow, Aidan Hutchison, and Jalen Reeves-Maybin all were named to the roster but now were selected as starters.

Initial reaction on social media pointed to Amon-Ra St. Brown being left off despite his massive production. A.J. Brown of the Eagles, Ceedee Lamb of the Cowboys, Mike Evans of the Buccaneers, and Puka Nacua of the Rams were all selected ahead of him.

The Baltimore Ravens and Dallas Cowboys led the way with seven selections followed up with the Miami Dolphins and Philadelphia Eagles with six. The Lions were joined by the Cleveland Browns and Kansas City Chiefs with five.