Lions hire Chris Grier as personnel executive from Dolphins
7 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 4:09 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The Detroit Lions have hired former Miami Dolphins GM Chris Grier as a personnel executive, according to reports on June 3, 2026. Grier, who previously spent 25 years with the Dolphins, including a decade as their general manager, joins a front office led by Lions GM Brad Holmes. This addition comes as the Lions continue to build a respected football operations team, enhancing their personnel department. Grier's experience includes significant roles in scouting and player evaluation, making him a valuable asset as the team moves forward.
- •Chris Grier joins the Lions' front office after being with the Dolphins.
- •Grier served as Dolphins GM from 2016 until his departure in 2025.
- •He will report to Lions GM Brad Holmes, enhancing their personnel department.
- •Grier was instrumental in notable drafts and player acquisitions during his tenure.
- •The Lions aim for championship contention with a strengthened front office.
- 4:09 PMYahoo Sports — Miami Dolphins' ex-GM Chris Grier to be hired by Detroit Lions
- 2:25 AMYahoo Sports — Lions Add Former Dolphins GM Chris Grier to Front Office
- 12:15 PMYahoo Sports — Former Dolphins GM Chris Grier lands job with Detroit Lions
- 11:50 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Detroit Lions hire ex-Dolphins GM Chris Grier to front office
- 11:43 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Lions hire long-time NFL GM to their front office
- 11:36 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Lions Make Surprising Front Office Addition in Chris Grier
"The Detroit Lions have added former Dolphins GM Chris Grier to their front office as a personnel executive, according to Adam Schefter.
"The Detroit Lions made a somewhat significant signing today, brining in former Dolphins GM Chris Grier to serve as personal executive
"Chris Grier, fired by the Dolphins on Oct. 30, is joining the Detroit Lions as a personnel executive, according to ESPN.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 4:09 PMMiami Dolphins' ex-GM Chris Grier to be hired by Detroit Lions
Chris Grier, fired by the Dolphins on Oct. 30, is joining the Detroit Lions as a personnel executive, according to ESPN.
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 2:25 AMLions Add Former Dolphins GM Chris Grier to Front Office
The Detroit Lions made a somewhat significant signing today, brining in former Dolphins GM Chris Grier to serve as personal executive
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 12:15 PMFormer Dolphins GM Chris Grier lands job with Detroit Lions
Grier joins former Dolphins interim coach Dan Campbell with Lions.
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 11:50 AMReport: Detroit Lions hire ex-Dolphins GM Chris Grier to front office
Chris Grier is the second former NFL GM on Brad Holmes' staff, along with senior personnel executive John Dorsey
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 11:43 AMReport: Lions hire long-time NFL GM to their front office
Former MIami Dolphins GM Chris Grier is joining the Detroit Lions as a personnel executive.
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 11:36 AMDetroit Lions Make Surprising Front Office Addition in Chris Grier
The Detroit Lions have added former Dolphins GM Chris Grier to their front office as a personnel executive, according to Adam Schefter.
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