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2013 Detroit Lions Mock Draft, Pick 36: Texas’s Alex Okafor the Best Option at Defensive End
April 18th, 2013 at 1:38 PM
The NFL Draft is just over a week away, and we're breaking down the Detroit Lions potential thought process as it relates to selections in a four round mock. Today, we're projecting who the team might select in round two. Check back Tuesday for round three.
There's always plenty of value in the NFL Draft,...
Detroit Lions NFL Draft Positional Preview: Breaking Down 2013′s Cornerback Class
April 17th, 2013 at 2:41 PM
From now until the 2013 NFL Draft begins on April 25, we'll be breaking down each position the Detroit Lions could target, both early and late. Today, a closer look at some top cornerbacks.
Of all the positions the Detroit Lions need a substantial upgrade in depth, the defensive backfield is most important. After resigning...
2013 Detroit Lions Mock Draft, Pick 5: Cornerback Dee Milliner Simply Too Good to Pass Up
April 16th, 2013 at 3:36 PM
The NFL Draft is just over a week away, and we're breaking down the Detroit Lions potential thought process as it relates to selections in a four round mock. Today, we're projecting who the team might select in round one. Check back Thursday for round two.
For weeks, the speculation surrounding...
Detroit Lions Links: Dee Milliner and Chance Warmack Visit, David Akers Takes Over Kicking
April 9th, 2013 at 12:29 PM
As the NFL Draft draws closer, the Detroit Lions are visiting with several players whom they might have interest in. Often times, it's hard to keep up with such matters, and news is coming fast after Detroit hosted two big prospects from Alabama this week and finally solved their kicking...
Detroit Lions Draft History Lesson: Since 2000, Most Value at Defensive End Found in Late Rounds
April 8th, 2013 at 9:26 AM
Welcome to your Detroit Lions draft history lesson for the day, a course which will run separate Mondays and Wednesdays from April 1 until April 24. The professor, Dr. DeMara, is currently in. We're looking back at some of the most interesting Lions' drafts in modern time.
In the coming weeks, Detroit Lions'...
Detroit Lions Add a Touch of Class Signing Defensive Tackle C.J. Mosley
April 4th, 2013 at 2:36 PM
NFL football players are huge men, who some might even say at times can resemble elephants. Wednesday's reunion provided by the Detroit Lions proved that just like their pachyderm counterparts, football players like Matthew Stafford never forget, either.
Looking for more depth on the defensive line, the Lions signed veteran defensive...
Detroit Lions NFL Draft Positional Preview: Breaking Down 2013′s Defensive End Class
April 3rd, 2013 at 12:55 PM
From now until the 2013 NFL Draft begins on April 25, we'll be breaking down each position the Detroit Lions could target, both early and late. Today, a closer look at some top defensive ends.
It's a transition year for the Detroit Lions at defensive end, as the team released veteran...
Dwight Freeney Says He Would Play for the Detroit Lions, but Will They Actually Be Listening?
March 29th, 2013 at 1:36 PM
For the third day in a row, the Detroit Lions have made some interesting news in free agency's offseason rumor mill. Free agent defensive end Dwight Freeney identified the Lions as one of three teams he'd play for, along with the Denver Broncos and Miami Dolphins.
Freeney, though, also claims to want more...
Osi Umenyiora Would Be a Valuable Asset to the Detroit Lions
March 19th, 2013 at 3:23 PM
Though the Detroit Lions have made some major moves in the past few weeks, general manager Martin Mayhew claims his team is done making waves on the roster front.
Interestingly enough, though, at the same exact time, the Lions have been linked with free agent defensive end Osi Umenyiora, formally of the...
Pipe Dream or not, Detroit Lions Should Still Explore Adding Elvis Dumervil
March 16th, 2013 at 12:51 PM
If not for a big mistake by the Denver Broncos and a fax machine, there wouldn't even be a conversation about Elvis Dumervil being on the open market.
But, late Friday afternoon, a mistake happened and Dumervil went from being extended to becoming the best free agent pass rusher available. The dominating defensive...
Ending Drama, Saftey Louis Delmas Re-Signs with Detroit Lions on a Two Year Deal
March 15th, 2013 at 4:22 PM
A week ago, Louis Delmas attempted to add some drama to his own free agency by intimating the Detroit Lions were cheating on him. As it would turn out, their search for other safeties only proved they were trying to find him some help.
Friday, Delmas agreed to stay in Detroit...
With Their Biggest Day Yet in Free Agency, Detroit Lions Show They’re Serious About Improving
March 13th, 2013 at 5:07 PM
As a popular quote reads, good things come to those who wait. Fortunately, the Detroit Lions didn't have to wait that long to strike it rich in free agency. The groundwork the team laid on day one led to a very fruitful day two, which saw the Lions snag Reggie...
Live Detroit Lions’ Free Agency Updates: Chris Houston, Jason Jones, Reggie Bush and Glover Quin Sign
March 12th, 2013 at 1:50 PM
The NFL's free agency period officially opens for business at 4 p.m. Tuesday, and the Detroit Lions have made a few headlines in the hours before which could showcase an aggressive mindset.
Already rumored to be in on Reggie Bush, reports have also linked Detroit to two top safeties on the...
After Injury-Riddled Past, Louis Delmas Should Be Greatful Detroit Lions are Still Showing Interest
March 9th, 2013 at 1:05 PM
Lately, it seems it simply wouldn't be an offseason without a member of the Detroit Lions saying or doing something utterly stupid.
Fortunately this time, the offense remained verbal and not physical in nature. Safety Louis Delmas---who's become a perennial injury risk---was awful cavalier about his potential return to the Lions in...
Considering Defensive Uncertanty, DeAndre Levy’s Return a Good Move for Detroit Lions
March 7th, 2013 at 11:58 AM
With plenty of defensive uncertainty across the board this offseason, the Detroit Lions had to keep the young heart and soul of their linebacking core locked up for the foreseeable future.
DeAndre Levy's resigning to a three year contract with still undisclosed terms might come as surprise to some given his tougher...
Detroit Lions Free Agency Preview: Team Must Take Hardest Looks at Wide Reciever, Defensive Back
March 6th, 2013 at 3:20 PM
The NFL's free agency period begins at 4 p.m. on March 12, which by my calculations is nearly six days and a mere hour from this very moment. At that time, the Detroit Lions can set about their two pronged approach toward fixing many of their frustrating roster problems from...
In Charles Woodson or Reggie Bush, the Detroit Lions Might Face a Major Philsohpical Crossroad
February 19th, 2013 at 12:01 PM
Offense wins games but defense wins championships. It's the oldest saying in the book with regards to sports and particularly, football.
For a long time, the Detroit Lions have been more apt to choose offense over defense, specifically at the skill positions. Many can argue that's led to their recent demise, considering...
Five Detroit Lions’ Themed Positions and Players to Monitor During This Week’s NFL Combine
February 18th, 2013 at 1:30 PM
The NFL Combine--or what some people like to refer to as the "Underwear Olympics"--get underway in Indianapolis this Wednesday and finally conclude by next Tuesday. During that time, plenty of young players will try and showcase their stuff to legions of interested scouts.
With a top five pick, the Detroit Lions will...
