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On a lighter note; do you see what I did there? In a game where desperation needed to be there from start to finish, it was few and far between. In fact, it was another game where the offense didn’t do much with the momentum that the defense generated by making key stops late in … Read more
Sunday, December 22, 2013 is a big day inside of Ford Field. Eli Manning and the New York Football Giants are in town for an absolute must win game for the Detroit Lions. In a disappointing five game stretch that has seen only one win for the Lions, this truly is do or die; with … Read more
Monday Night Football this week features the Detroit Lions welcoming the defending Super Bowl Champion Baltimore Ravens. Both teams come into Monday with 7-6 records looking to secure a playoff spot. Baltimore has underachieved this season and Joe Flacco hasn’t played like the NFL’s highest paid player. But they come into Detroit on Monday night in position … Read more
The Detroit Lions lost a tough football game 34-20 Sunday afternoon, as the weather in Philadelphia made both offenses one-dimensional. Matthew Stafford finished the game just 10 of 25 for 148 yards, while Nick Foles was 11 for 22 with 179 yards throwing a touchdown and interception. The Lions were affected by the weather early … Read more
Alshon Jeffery, Darius Slay AP The Lions have shuffled their roster to respond to the knee injury suffered by rookie cornerback Darius Slay . Slay, the Lions’ second-round draft pick, was officially declared out today after he suffered a torn meniscus in practice on Thursday . That’s an injury […]
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After a somewhat lackluster preseason, the Detroit Red Wings will open up the 2013-2014 season on home ice against new divisional opponent Buffalo Sabers. [singlepic id=64 w=424 h=180 float=center] Game: Buffalo Sabres vs. Detroit Red Wings Venue: Joe Louis Arena; Detroit, MI Time: 8:00 PM EST Television: National- NBC Sports Network The Red Wings were able … Read more
The following is a four part feature on the summer transactions of the general managers for Detroit’s four major pro-sports teams. First up, Joe Dumars of the Pistons. Stick with DSN for assessments of Dave Dombrowski of the Tigers, Ken Holland of the Red Wings and Martin Mayhew of the Lions. Just when I … Read more
Allen Park, Mich.— The Detroit Lions announced today that they have released RB Jahvid Best. Best played in 22 games (15 starts) for the Lions after being drafted by the team in the first round (30th overall) of the 2010 NFL Draft. He saw action in all 16 games as a rookie in 2010, but was limited … Read more
The 2013 NFL Draft is officially in the books, which means that all 32 teams have new parts to fit into their system. We might be months away from the first game of the 2013 season, but that does not mean we can’t speculate a bit on who might shine the brightest amongst first-year talents. … Read more
The 2013 NFL draft kicks off tonight at 8pm live from Radio City Hall in New York City, NY. The Detroit Lions have the 5th overall pick, and what they are going to do with it is a highly debated question this year. I’m here to give you some insight on what I believe Martin … Read more
Draft party features introduction of Lions’ No. 1 draft pick DETROIT —The Detroit Lions are hosting Lions Draft Fan Fest at Ford Field, Friday, April 26 from 5-8 p.m. The free event will be highlighted by the introduction of the Lions’ 2013 first-round draft pick and is open to the general public (no ticket required). In addition … Read more
[wptab name=’#5 – Matthew Stafford’] 5. Matthew Stafford – Selected #1 overall – 2009 Our fearless leader. Even though Stafford has had outstanding yardage in the last 2 years, he is unproven as far as a successful QB. The Lions ended last year a dismal 4-12 after coming off a 10-6 playoff run … Read more
NFL Draft 2013 begins on Thursday, April 25 and ends on Saturday, April 27 Below are comments from Lions Executive Vice President of Football Operations and General Manager Martin Mayhew Opening statement: “We have finished up the vast majority of our draft preparation and draft meetings with the coaching staff. Very good process. I think that’s one of the benefits … Read more
The Detroit Lions announced today that they have signed K Havard Rugland. Additional contract terms were not disclosed. And somewhere there is a fan weeping in a Hanson jersey. A native of Aalgaard, Norway, Rugland played amateur soccer in Norway before taking an interest in American professional football in 2011. Rugland has been training with … Read more
PRESS CONFERENCE SET FOR TUESDAY, APRIL 9 Allen Park, Mich.— Jason Hanson, the greatest placekicker in Detroit Lions history and one of the best to ever play in the National Football League, today announced that he is retiring after 21 record-setting seasons with the Lions. “It’s time,” Hanson said. “I gave serious thought and consideration to … Read more
