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The Detroit Lions are in the market for an edge rusher in the wake of the season-ending injuries to Marcus Davenport and Aidan Hutchinson. One NFL analyst has suggested the Lions as a possible trade partner for an edge rusher who would provide the help Detroit needs.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 15

Detroit Lions set add defensive end off Bengals' practice squad

With Marcus Davenport and now Aidan Hutchinson out, the Detroit Lions are adding some outside defensive line help. According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, the Lions are planning to sign defensive end Isaiah Thomas off the Cincinnati Bengals' practice squad.

Detroit Lions News / Sporting News / October 9

Lions predicted to land $23 million pass rusher at the NFL trade deadline

With the Detroit Lions having a need at edge rusher opposite star Aidan Hutchinson in the wake of the season-ending injury to Marcus Davenport, one NFL analyst predicts the team will strike a trade for a Cleveland Browns pass rusher.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 9

Veteran edge rusher on bad team lands as a viable trade target for the Lions

The gap between Aidan Hutchinson and everyone else is far narrower than it was last season, but the loss of Marcus Davenport has undoubtedly left a void in the Detroit Lions' pass rush off the edge.

Detroit Lions News / Sporting News / October 7

Detroit Lions predicted to land two-time Pro Bowler to beef up pass-rush

The Detroit Lions are in need of pass-rush help in the wake of the season-ending injury to Marcus Davenport. Knowing that, Bleacher Report believes the Lions are going to make a play for a two-time Pro Bowler who would provide a serious upgrade to the pass-rush.

Detroit Lions News / CBSSports.com / September 27

Biggest need for each NFL team ahead of Week 4: Broncos, Lions suffer losses of key defenders

Adam Thielen and Marcus Davenport were among the stars added to injured reserve this week

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / September 26

Marcus Davenport injury brings opportunity for Josh Paschal to fulfill potential

Injuries tend to yield opportunity for others, and with defensive end Marcus Davenport (elbow/torn triceps) all but certainly out for the season that brings an opportunity for someone to step up as the edge rusher opposite Aidan Hutchinson for the Detroit Lions.

Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / September 25

5 edge rushers the Lions could aggressively target to replace Marcus Davenport

First reported by NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and later confirmed by head coach Dan Campbell on Monday, Detroit Lions defensive end Marcus Davenport was officially placed on IR Tuesday.

Detroit Lions News / Sporting News / September 25

Detroit Lions suggested as possible trade suitor for star pass rusher

The Detroit Lions are in the market for another edge rusher in the wake of the season-ending injury to Marcus Davenport. Knowing that, one NFL analyst suggested the Lions as a possible trade suitor for a disgruntled New York Jets edge rusher.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 24

Lions Make Four Moves, Officially Place DE Marcus Davenport & LB Derrick Barnes On IR

The Lions announced four roster moves on Tuesday, including officially placing DE Marcus Davenport and LB Derrick Barnes on injured reserve. The team also signed WR Tim Patrick to their active roster and signed DB Morice Norris to the practice squad.

NFL News / Last Word On Sports / September 24

Chiefs, Panthers Could Steal Top Pass Rusher From Lions

The Detroit Lions lost Marcus Davenport for the season, which means they could test the trade market and land someone like edge defender Azeez Ojulari.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 24

Exploring Internal, External Replacement Options for Marcus Davenport

The Detroit Lions' depth will certainly be tested beginning with Monday's game against the Seattle Seahawks. In the team's 20-13 win over the Arizona Cardinals, three players suffered significant injuries.

Detroit Lions News / Field Level Media / September 23

Lions' Marcus Davenport (triceps) likely to miss rest of season

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell announced Monday that defensive end Marcus Davenport is likely out for the remainder of the season due to an elbow injury he sustained in Sunday's win over the Arizona Cardinals.

Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 23

Lions get defensive silver lining after Marcus Davenport injury

While Detroit Lions fans may be sad about pass rusher Marcus Davenport’s injury, there’s a light at the end of the tunnel. Defensive lineman Alim McNeill will be okay, and the squad has depth pieces who can step up as well.

Detroit Lions News / Larry Brown Sports / September 23

Lions lose former first-round pick for the season

The Detroit Lions have lost a former first-round pick for the season due to an injury.

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Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 23

Lions veteran DE suffers 'serious and significant' elbow injury

Marcus Davenport‘s first Lions campaign has been interrupted by the latest major injury of his career. The veteran edge rusher exited Sunday’s game with an elbow ailment which he was unable to play through.

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Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 23

4 edge rushers the Lions could trade for after their recent injury loss and what they would have to trade to get them

Man, this one sucks, but you also kind of knew it was going to happen. The Detroit Lions could be on the verge of losing Marcus Davenport for the season with an elbow injury. Davenport has never played a full season in the NFL and Brad Holmes and the Lions should have been better prepared for this.

Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 23

Lions DE Marcus Davenport Suffered Potentially Season-Ending Injury

According to Ian Rapoport, the Lions fear DE Marcus Davenport could be lost for the season with a serious elbow injury. Davenport was unable to return after going down in Sunday’s win against the Cardinals and Rapoport says he’s getting more evaluation. Davenport, 28, was drafted by the Saints in the first round out of UTSA in 2018.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 18

Lions 'Hopeful' Davenport Returns, Reader Has 'Huge Impact'

The Detroit Lions played without Marcus Davenport on Sunday in their 20-16 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Davenport, a free agent addition who proved he can make an impact in the pass-rush aspect of the game in his debut, missed the Week 2 game with a groin injury.

Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 10

Lions film study: Marcus Davenport caused a lot of problems for the Rams on Sunday night

Everyone agreed that the Detroit Lions needed some help on their defensive line after a 41 sack season in 2023. They went out and got that help on the cheaper side of things with Marcus Davenport.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / September 6

Marcus Davenport Details 'Tons of Excitement' Ahead of Lions Debut

The Detroit Lions needed to add pieces to a pass rush that struggled mightily in 2023. After finishing in the bottom third of the league in sacks a season ago, the Lions brought in Marcus Davenport on a one-year deal in an effort to bolster the group.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 11

Lions to add DE on one-year deal

Despite Aidan Hutchinson leading the NFL in pressures and mounting a sack charge late in the season, the Lions did not have much around him.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / December 19

Will Marcus Davenport return for Vikings this season?

Marcus Davenport's "prove-it" season with the Vikings hasn't gone to plan. Signed to a one-year, $13 million deal (with $10 million guaranteed) this offseason after his rookie contract with the Saints ended, he has played just two full games due to injury.