The Detroit Lions learned plenty about their depth in their preseason opener. In Thursday's lopsided loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, plenty of players vying for roles and spots on the roster were given the opportunity to showcase their abilities.

Andy Farrell has left the door open to leading the next British and Irish Lions tour after presiding over a 2-1 series victory against Australia. The Lions’ dream of finishing their tour Down Under with a 100 per cent record ended with a 22-12 defeat in the final Test at a rain lashed Accor Stadium,