🚨 What’s Really Going On With the Lions’ Defensive End Situation? 🦁🔥
Nobody’s talking about it… but they should be. While the Detroit Lions have built one of the most exciting young rosters in the NFL, there’s one position that’s quietly becoming a major concern — defensive end. Yes, Aidan Hutchinson is a beast, but who’s lining up on the other side? Where’s the consistent pressure? Where’s the depth?
In today’s video, we break down the shocking truth behind Detroit’s pass-rush issues, including:
🔍 Why the Lions’ defensive end group might be the weakest link on an otherwise loaded defense
💥 The failed trades and near-misses during the 2025 NFL Draft
👀 The under-the-radar player who could emerge as a future superstar at DE
🚫 Why some recent signings and draft picks haven’t lived up to expectations
📈 What Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell are planning behind the scenes to fix it before the season kicks off
📅 And how this issue could impact Detroit’s toughest matchups in the 2025 schedule
Could the Lions’ DE situation cost them a shot at the Super Bowl? Or are we about to witness a breakout from a name nobody’s expecting?
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All right. So, picture this. You’re walking into Allen Park. The sun’s just dipping below the horizon. That late summer Michigan breeze brushing against your face. And the flood lights over the practice field snap on with that cinematic buzz. Like something big’s about to happen. Like something real is about to go down. And trust me when I say it did. Because Monday night at Detroit Lions training camp wasn’t just another padded evening of drills. It was a statement. a loud, raw, physical, in-your-face declaration that this team isn’t coasting off last season’s momentum. They’re rewriting the script right now, one rep at a time, and we’re officially 10 days deep into camp. And yeah, this was the second Lion’s Loyal member practice of the schedule. And it felt different, not just because it was at night under the lights, but because the intensity, the urgency, it was like every player knew this was a proving ground. me. I’ve tried to get into one of these evening practices before. No luck. But now with two more coming up, Wednesday and the 14th, I know those are my final in-person looks before it all gets locked down. And Monday, Monday was wild because what everyone’s been whispering, tweeting, and texting suddenly became crystal clear. The defense isn’t just good. They’re stealing the show. They’re hitting harder, reacting faster, and playing with a chip so big you’d think someone disrespected their grandma. And yeah, we’ve got a new defensive coordinator steering the ship. We’ve got guys like Tyreek Williams turning heads and Hutchinson back in beast mode. But what stood out tonight was the total control the defense had over every rep, every formation, every offensive rhythm. And that’s not me being dramatic. That’s coming from Tim 20man of Detroit Lions.com who called it a dominant performance. And when Tim uses that word, you pay attention because the defense wasn’t just swarming. They were feasting, generating pressure in team drills, forcing turnovers left and right. Jack Campbell pouncing on a fumble like a linebacker possessed. Alex Ansalone snagging a pick like he knew the route better than the receiver. And Amic Robertson jumping into the action with his own interception. Like, come on. This wasn’t just a good night. It was a flex. And yeah, I know. I know. We’ve been here before. We’ve seen camp defenses dominate their own offense. But I’m telling you, this felt different. This felt personal. And as much as I respect what I’m seeing, I’m holding off on calling it real until we get to joint practices. Because once we line up against someone who doesn’t know our audles or our cadence, that’s when we’ll know what’s smoke and what’s fire. But until then, I’ve got my eyes wide open, especially on the guys nobody’s talking about, like DJ Reed, man. DJ Reed, who might be the smoothest fit we’ve had in the secondary in years. Because after losing Carlton Davis, we needed a glue guy, a lockown dog who could strap up against the best and read. He’s stepping into that CB-1 spotlight with zero hesitation. And the best part, he’s sticking to Jameson Williams like Velcro, like he’s reading his every twitch before the snap. And when you’re running hip-to-hip with a blur like JO and still finding the hands to break up passes, that’s not luck. That’s elite skill meeting veteran instincts. And with Terry and Arnold’s status still hazy and likely out for a while, DJ Reed just went from new guy to no to one corner. And that’s how fast things can change at camp. And speaking of change, there’s a name you need to learn right now. Keith Cooper Jr. And I swear if this guy makes the final 53, it’ll be one of the wildest stories of the summer because this dude was a tryyout player, undrafted, barely even had tape available online, and now he’s getting first team reps on the defensive line, lining up everywhere, inside, edge, across the front, and making plays like he’s been in the system for three years already. And at 65, 280, with that length, that motor, and that versatility, you better believe the coaches are watching. And I get it. Some of your favorite names might be on the bubble. And yeah, it’s going to hurt when cuts come, but that’s the price of progress. And if Cooper keeps stacking these days, he’s going to make it impossible to ignore. And while we’re on Dlineman, let’s talk about the real monster in the room, Tyreek Williams, the first round pick who I wasn’t down on necessarily, but I had some real questions. And let’s be honest, Brad Holmes goes all in on corners and DTS, but seems to leave that edge rusher opposite Hutch untouched. like he’s hoping it just solves itself. But listen, Tyreek might be that answer next to Hutch, not opposite. But that duo already wreaking havoc because I watched them collapse the left side of the offensive line in one violent synchronized motion, forcing the pocket back into golf. And the only debate was who got there first because they both got there fast, violent, and with bad intentions. And Tyreek, man, I saw him fire off the snap like he was shot out of a cannon. straight through the line, locked on, boom, play over. And yeah, I’m not going to stop saying this. We still need a true opposite side threat to complete the puzzle because Hutch is going to be doubled all season and we need someone who makes Oines pay for that. But until then, Tyreek’s development is going to be critical and I can’t wait to see more on Wednesday when I’m back out there because that’s my last chance to get eyes on this squad before the lights come on Friday for preseason game one. And then after that, it’s joint practice time. And that’s when the real decisions get made. The dreamers fade, the climbers rise, and we get a true look at who’s ready for Sundays. But let’s not forget the other side of this, the injuries, because they’re already here. Pat O’Conor had to exit with a leg injury. Dominic Love it went down with an abdomen issue, and Jamarco Jones left with an ankle. And that’s big, especially with Love It because if he’s limited Friday or can’t go, the door opens wide for Jackson Meeks to step into that WR6 conversation. And look, Love It still has the edge, but camp is about timing and seizing your window and Meeks. This might be his window. And yeah, we know how it goes with Tom Kennedy. He’ll probably get cut and resigned to the practice squad like clockwork. But that WR6 spot, that’s still very much up in the air. And that battle is far from over. And before we bounce, I got to say this. If you’re watching on your TV, pause this thing, scan the QR code, and sign the petition to keep the Michigan Panthers in Michigan because we’ve got the momentum. Over a thousand signatures already, and we’ve got less than a month to show the UFFL that we care, that this fan base doesn’t back down, doesn’t let our team slip away, and your voice. It matters. And I know this isn’t some corporate media channel. I’m here because you let me be here. And that means something because you could be anywhere on YouTube right now, but you’re locked in with me watching camp breakdowns and film cutups and roster battles in August and that’s loyalty and it means everything. And just know I see you. I appreciate you and we’re just getting started because Tuesday there’s no open practice. But Wednesday we go again one last ride before preseason begins and I’ll be there soaking it all in watching every drill like it’s a playoff game because this team isn’t just preparing for week one. They’re preparing for everything. And the vibes, the energy, the story lines, they’re shifting fast. And if you blink, you might miss something special.
