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Nick Whiteside impresses in Lions training camp ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:39 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Nick Whiteside impresses in Lions training camp ahead of 2026 season

Summary

Nick Whiteside has emerged as a key player during the Detroit Lions' training camp in 2026. Previously an undrafted cornerback in the 2023 NFL Draft, Whiteside made strides with the Washington Commanders and St. Louis Battlehawks before signing with Detroit. After recording three pass deflections and five tackles in nine games during the 2025 season, he earned a contract extension. Whiteside's strong performance continued in the Lions' preseason opener against the Cincinnati Bengals, but he is currently managing a minor hamstring injury. His status for future games remains uncertain, but head coach Dan Campbell expressed optimism about his recovery.

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Status Watch

•Whiteside has climbed to No. 3 cornerback on the unofficial depth chart.
•He recorded one pass deflection and one tackle in the preseason opener.
•Whiteside had an impressive 83.0 overall PFF defensive grade in 2025.
•He is dealing with a minor hamstring injury but is expected back soon.
•Whiteside originally signed a one-year, $1.005 million contract extension with Detroit.

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What they're saying

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An undrafted corner who bounced between the NFL and UFL is suddenly making a serious case for a roster spot and Nick Whiteside may be one of Detroit’s biggest camp surprises.
— Yahoo Sports

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