Quarterback Jared Goff, running back Jahmyr Gibbs, defensive end Aidan Hutchinson, defensive lineman Alim McNeill, and veteran safety Chuck Clark all expressed confidence Tuesday as Detroit prepared for its season opener against the New Orleans Saints inside Ford Field.

"And I’m really, really excited about not only what Petzing is going to bring, but Jared with Petzing. I think it’s going to be big for us."

Here are Detroit Lions who did not practice on Tuesday afternoon ahead of Saints game.

Once a perceived bridge quarterback, Detroit’s leader now commands an elite arsenal and impenetrable pocket, positioning him to dismantle defenses and claim the league’s most prestigious individual trophy.

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell compared his quarterback Jared Goff to a first-ballot Hall of Fame signal caller.

The Detroit Lions offensive line's ability to protect quarterback Jared Goff could decide how the season goes for Dan Campbell's group.

The Detroit Lions' preseason opener is Thursday against the Cincinnati Bengals. Dan Campbell said most of the Lions' starters won't play.

The Saints face a difficult Week 1 test against Jared Goff and the Lions’ high-powered offense as New Orleans prepares for a hostile trip to Ford Field.