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Lions talk preparing for preseason week two against Washington
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· August 17, 2026
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Key points Further details on the Lions' preparation and position battles are available from local news sources, including FOX 2 Detroit. The Detroit Lions are gearing up for their second preseason game.
The Detroit Lions are gearing up for their second preseason game. As they prepare to face Washington, the team is focused on addressing areas that need improvement. Position battles are becoming more intense, with players competing for spots.
The Lions have a lot of work to do before their next game, with multiple aspects of their performance needing cleanup. The upcoming game against Washington will be their second preseason matchup.
Further details on the Lions' preparation and position battles are available from local news sources, including FOX 2 Detroit.
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Category: local Published: August 17, 2026 Source: FOX 2 Detroit (WJBK) - News Reading time: 1 min
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