What happened: On the Good Morning Football podcast, analyst Manti Te'o argued that the answer to who will be the best running back in 2026 is found in Detroit. He pointed to the Lions' backfield as the clear front-runner heading into the upcoming season.

Why it matters: The endorsement adds to growing offseason hype around Detroit's offense, which is widely viewed as one of the league's most explosive entering 2026. A high-profile running back gives the Lions a centerpiece as they chase a deeper playoff run, and Te'o's pick reflects how much national attention the backfield is drawing. It echoes other recent praise, including a prediction that a Lions back wins 2026 Offensive Player of the Year.

What to watch: Watch how Detroit deploys its lead back in the upcoming 2026 season and whether the offense lives up to the offseason expectations. Te'o's broader takes on the Lions will continue rolling out on the GMFB podcast.