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Lions Begin 2026 at 10.5 Wins, Revamp Offensive Line

7/2/2026

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Summary

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The Detroit Lions start 2026 with 10.5 win odds and +1900 Super Bowl odds after a 9-8 2025 season that ranked third in DVOA.
Their defense ranked top ten in sack rate and third-down success but allowed 27+ points in most games.
John Morton left as offensive coordinator.
Drew Petzing arrived to shift the line, placing rookie Blake Miller at right tackle and moving Penei Sewell to the blind side.

History

Historical Context

After a 12-4 campaign in 1991, the Detroit Lions captured their first NFC Central title since 1983 and won the franchise’s first playoff game since the 1957 championship, a victory that would not be repeated until January 2024. Coach Wayne Fontes and quarterback Erik Kramer led that turnaround, a benchmark the 2026 team hopes to echo.

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Story summary

The Detroit Lions start 2026 with 10.5 win odds and +1900 Super Bowl odds after a 9-8 2025 season that ranked third in DVOA.
Their defense ranked top ten in sack rate and third-down success but allowed 27+ points in most games.
John Morton left as offensive coordinator.
Drew Petzing arrived to shift the line, placing rookie Blake Miller at right tackle and moving Penei Sewell to the blind side.

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