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What We Know About the Detroit Lions’ 2024 Roster

Author Anne Erickson
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 28: Jared Goff #16 of the Detroit Lions looks on prior to a game against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship Game at Levi's Stadium on January 28, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

While teams are looking for a total remake going into the next season (I’m looking at you, New England), for the Detroit Lions, the key to our success will be retaining our best players and coaching and filling in a few gaps. But, for the most part, we want to keep doing what we’ve been doing. I mean, we were seconds away from getting to the Super Bowl. We could have been there. Many believe we should have been there. So, if it’s not broken, don’t fix it. But, we can certainly improve. Here’s what we know about the Detroit Lions’ 2024 roster so far.

Let’s get into the coaches first. We’re retaining the big three: head coach Dan Campbell, offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn. Campbell will be entering his fourth season with the Lions this coming fall. This is really a dream team of coaches for the Lions. I think we all breathed a collective sigh of relief when we found out that Johnson was coming back. Several NFL teams wanted him to be their new head coach, so it was a bit shocking, in a good way, when he decided to stay in Detroit. Of course, not all of our coaches will be staying. Brian Duker will reportedly head to the Miami Dolphins to be their defensive backs coach and pass game coordinator. But, we can’t have it all.

Now, onto management. Brad Holmes became the Lions Executive Vice President and General Manager in January of 2021. Holmes oversees the Lions’ football operations and seems to know the just-right guys to bring on the Lions roster. He’s staying with Detroit, and we’re luck to have him.

Finally, the players. The NFL Draft is coming up, and chances are, Holmes will use the Lions’ draft picks to beef up our defense. Some names floating around as possible additions to the Lions’ team include cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. of Missouri, defensive tackle Jer’Zhan Newton of Illinois, defensive tackle Byron Murphy II of Texas and edge rusher Laiatu Latu of UCLA. The Lions are also expected to renew quarterback Jared Goff’s contract a year early, as he has one year left on it.

7 Super Early Super Bowl Contenders for Next Season

  • 7. Seattle Seahawks

    One thing I like about this list is that I’m not necessarily even picking teams that made it to the playoffs this year. I’m picking teams that I think could be strong enough next season. The Seattle Seahawks are one of those teams. Their new coach, Mike Macdonald, is the former defensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens. Enough said. This guy is golden. Seattle’s defense is going to improve drastically with him at the helm, and they could go all the way very soon.

  • 6. Buffalo Bills

    The Buffalo Bills missed the playoffs by a hair. They played so well against the Kansas City Chiefs, but it just wasn’t enough. Josh Allen is a Super Bowl-caliber quarterback, but he hasn’t taken them there. Will next year be the year? Maybe.

  • 5. Houston Texans

    The Houston Texans will be the team to beat very soon. They pulled off an incredible season with a rookie coach and quarterback. They’re just getting started. The team got first place in AFC South this season but lost in the divisional round to the Baltimore Ravens.

  • 4. Baltimore Ravens

    Speaking of the Baltimore Ravens, I’m still shocked that they fell to the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship game. I think pretty much everyone was at least a little surprised. But, Lamar Jackson is back next year, and he’s not going to let it slip away again. Next year could be their year.

  • 3. Philadelphia Eagles

    It was a massive decline for the Philadelphia Eagles towards the end of last season. Everything fell apart at the seams. But, the Eagles have legacy, and they have Jalen Hurts. As long as he’s healthy, the Eagles will be back next year ready to fight.

  • 2. Green Bay Packers

    Yikes. Can the Green Bay Packers really be this good already? They almost upset the San Francisco 49ers in the playoffs this year. Jordan Love is the real deal. Watch out for this young team next year.

  • 1. Detroit Lions

    Okay, yes, I’m a Detroit Lions fan, born and raised. But, I think there’s reason to believe that the Detroit Lions can and will be back next year. They’ve had a taste of victory, and they liked it. Plus, golden guy Ben Johnson is coming back to Detroit, and he wants to take the Lions all the way. Jared Goff is playing fantastic football, too. The Lions could really make it to their first Super Bowl next season. What do you think? Let me know here.

Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.

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