Lions Preseason Preview: Battle for the Future | Detroit News

The Detroit Lions kick off preseason against the Bengals, offering their first real glimpse at a team hungry to rebound from last year’s disappointing 9-8 campaign. With starters likely limited, focus shifts to key battles: rookie Blake Miller stepping into the right tackle role on a revamped offensive line, while cornerback Keith Abney II takes over in the secondary after a previous first-round pick’s off-field issues. Penei Sewell moves to left tackle, and second-round safety Ennis Rakestraw Jr. gets his shot with key safeties sidelined. The QB situation remains uncertain post-Teddy Bridgewater’s retirement, and the defense needs a pass-rushing partner for Aidan Hutchinson. This game is more than just exhibition—it’s the start of building chemistry and proving this Lions squad is ready to rise. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3480e87e8056c1c2