Juice Scruggs shows promise for Lions center position in preseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Juice Scruggs made a strong case for the starting center role during the Lions' preseason game against the Washington Commanders on August 24, 2026. With Cade Mays recovering from a wrist injury, Scruggs, a 2023 second-round pick, demonstrated impressive versatility and effective play in multiple scenarios. General Manager Brad Holmes praised Scruggs' ability to adapt and excel in various positions on the offensive line, which is crucial as the team prepares for the upcoming regular season. The Lions look to solidify their interior line as they approach the season opener.
- •Scruggs showcased his skills in a key preseason matchup.
- •Cade Mays is currently sidelined with a wrist injury.
- •General Manager Brad Holmes highlighted Scruggs' promising attributes.
- •Scruggs effectively played both guard and center positions.
- •The Lions seek to strengthen their offensive line cohesion ahead of the season.
- 12:06 AMYahoo Sports — Lions Newcomer Takes Control of Starting Job
- 3:50 PMYahoo Sports — Lions May Have Found Their Week 1 Starting Center
- 12:30 PMPrideofdetroit.com — Lions preseason film breakdown: Juice Scruggs makes case for starting role - Pride Of Detroit
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Lions preseason film breakdown: Juice Scruggs makes case for starting role
"The Detroit Lions‘ battle for the starting center position might have ended before it ever really started. Whether it be the words of Dan Campbell, the actions of the coaching staff in the preseason, or the reaction from the Lions’ second preseason game, all indications point to Juice Scruggs being the Lions’ starting center. The […] The post Lions Newcomer Takes Control of Starting Job appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Detroit Lions needed somebody to settle their suddenly uncertain situation at center. Juice Scruggs may have done exactly that. Scruggs started at center in Detroit’s 17-13 preseason victory over the Washington Commanders and followed weeks of competition with perhaps…
"Juice Scruggs showed the Detroit Lions he can hold down the center position until Cade Mays returns.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 12:06 AMLions Newcomer Takes Control of Starting Job
The Detroit Lions‘ battle for the starting center position might have ended before it ever really started. Whether it be the words of Dan Campbell, the actions of the coaching staff in the preseason, or the reaction from the Lions’ second preseason game, all indications point to Juice Scruggs being the Lions’ starting center. The […] The post Lions Newcomer Takes Control of Starting Job appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 3:50 PMLions May Have Found Their Week 1 Starting Center
The Detroit Lions needed somebody to settle their suddenly uncertain situation at center. Juice Scruggs may have done exactly that. Scruggs started at center in Detroit’s 17-13 preseason victory over the Washington Commanders and followed weeks of competition with perhaps…
- Prideofdetroit.comAug 24, 2026, 12:30 PMLions preseason film breakdown: Juice Scruggs makes case for starting role - Pride Of Detroit
Juice Scruggs showed the Detroit Lions he can hold down the center position until Cade Mays returns.
- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 12:30 PMLions preseason film breakdown: Juice Scruggs makes case for starting role
Juice Scruggs showed the Detroit Lions he can hold down the center position until Cade Mays returns.
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