We talked to Brad Holmes about the draft, free agency and pass rushers. Dan Campbell and his new coordinators spoke to local media for the first time since the 2025 coaching staff was formally announced. Things are different, for sure, but it was fascinating to hear and see how these new coaches operate. Allow us to share some insight.

Here are some Detroit Lions-centric observations from the group, which included receivers, running backs and quarterbacks.

The Detroit Lions are building their defensive scheme based off the players on the roster and could look to the NFL Draft to add more depth & versatility to the linebacker room.

Detroit Lions defensive back Brian Branch has already become someone young college defenders entering the league are looking to study and emulate their game after.

Could Kenneth Grant end up with the Detroit Lions? The former Michigan football defensive tackle seems intrigued by the possibility in 2025 NFL draft.

The Detroit Lions have built through the draft over the past few years. While Jared Goff was brought in via trade, the rest of the roster was largely drafted by Brad Holmes.

One of the primary reasons a handful of pundits believe Detroit may regress is losing both Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn. Detroit's offensive and defensive coordinators became first-time head coaches, leaving Campbell to overhaul the staff after an early playoff exit.

Martin Mayhew was Detroit Lions general manager from 2009-15 and led the franchise to two playoff appearances.