The Detroit Lions could swing a trade for New England Patriots edge rusher Anfernee Jennings, a analysts suggests.

Detroit Lions don't have any 3rd-round picks in 2026 after trading up for Isaac TeSlaa, but they could receive a compensatory pick later in the draft.

The Detroit Lions could bolster their defense with edge rushers Trey Hendrickson and Jaelan Phillips, aiming to pressure quarterbacks.

Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard has enjoyed the echosystem created by the team's front office and coaching staff. He is able to focus every week on creating game plans and putting his defense in the best position to succeed. With the trade deadline looming, a new player added on defense could alter, enhance plans moving forward.

The Detroit Lions, Indianapolis Colts and Los Angeles Rams have some similar needs to address ahead of the trade deadline and all three teams have reportedly called about three Cincinnati Bengals players.

New England received a 2026 sixth-round draft pick in return for the veteran safety. The Patriots also sent a seventh-round pick with Dugger to Pittsburgh. Dugger was a second-round pick by the Patriots in 2020 and had been a primary starter for the team since 2021.

Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox called the Detroit Lions a potential suitor for New York Jets defensive lineman Quinnen Williams.