Pat O'Connor, a 7th-round pick by Detroit Lions in 2017 out of Eastern Michigan, said he wants to finish his career with the team that drafted him.

▶ Saturday marked the first practice of the year with fans in attendance, and per usual, there was a noticeable change in the energy. Supporters in attendance gave Lions owner Sheila Hamp a standing ovation when she arrived, and later started a chant for linebacker Alex Anzalone, who returned to practice amid a contract dispute with the team.

Cornerback Terrion Arnold left Detroit Lions practice on Thursday with a leg problem. But on Friday, the former Alabama defensive back returned to the field for the Lions’ first day in pads at training camp as he prepares for his second NFL season.

Alex Anzalone, who wants a new contract from Detroit Lions, took part in walk-through and individual drills Saturday for first time in training camp.

Detroit Lions Pro Bowlers Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St. Brown are doing everything they can for the team to have another successful season in 2025.