Last 12 months’s inside offensive line play for the Detroit Lions left a lot to be desired. The Lions went out and added many new gamers in free company and the draft to assist the state of affairs.
The following are among the gamers projected to be competing for backup positions. For the complete rundown of the all of the projected starters and different backup contenders, go to Lions 2026 Training Camp Medical Preview: Interior Offensive Line.
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(Age at begin of season in parentheses.) Click on participant identify for full medical report if out there.
Miles Frazier (25)
Medical concern stage: 4/10
As a rookie final season, Frazier missed a number of months with an unspecified knee damage, which raises some concern. Reassuringly, he seemed wholesome in restricted motion over the ultimate 5 video games and has been wholesome this offseason.
OUTLOOK: The Lions most likely are hoping this younger, former Fifth-rounder can turn into the first OG backup. He is in simply the second 12 months of his cheap, 4-year rookie contract.
Medical concern stage: 9/10
A Lisfranc ended his 2025 season, and he wasn’t able to take part this offseason in any respect.
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OUTLOOK: If wholesome, Bartch seemingly makes the roster. However, well being uncertainty may trigger the Lions to go along with somebody extra dependable.
Michael Niese (28)
Medical concern stage: 0/10
Niese has been with the Lions the previous three seasons and has performed in 26 video games over that span. I’ve no report of any accidents throughout that point.
OUTLOOK: The Lions hold bringing Niese again which suggests they like him. His long-term expertise with the group might assist him win a backup job.
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