Detroit Lions Sign Two Defensive Veterans, Including Former Michigan State Captain

Multiple reports indicate that Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes has signed a pair of defensive players, including a former Spartan.
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2026 NFL Draft Day 3: Lions add Michigan LB Jimmy Rolder in fourth round, corner and receiver in the fifth

The Detroit Lions selected Michigan linebacker Jimmy Rolder with the No. 118 overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, continuing a trend of adding former Wolverines to their defense.

Detroit Lions select Michigan LB Jimmy Rolder in fourth round.

The Detroit Lions have made their third pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, and it’s another Michigan Wolverine. With the 118th pick in the draft, the Lions have selected linebacker Jimmy Rolder. At 6-foot-2,

Former Eastern Michigan football player stands outside Lions facility, asks for chance on the field

Former Eastern Michigan football player Freddie McGee III went viral on Monday, doing anything he possibly could to get the Lions' attention for a tryout to make the team.
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Lions add more defensive line depth, also sign ex-Michigan State linebacker

As their post-draft roster construction continues, the Lions signed two more players on Wednesday, adding defensive lineman Jay Tufele and linebacker Joe Bachie.