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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 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...
Detroit Lions Links: Chris Houston and Louis Delmas Hurting, Kyle Vanden Bosch on Replacement Refs
September 4th, 2012 at 2:22 PM
The regular season is set to begin on Sunday, as the Detroit Lions will take on the St. Louis Rams at Ford Field. Before then, there's a few issues that need to be addressed, namely injuries and the salary cap. Here's the latest as the Lions prepare to open the 2012...
Detroit Lions 38, Buffalo Bills 32: Preseason Hunt Report
August 31st, 2012 at 12:38 PM
The Detroit Lions closed out the preseason with an offensive bang on Thursday night, scoring early and often and doing just enough on defense to hold off the pesky Bills. The starters looked solid, many second stringers looked solid and the team ended things on a high note. The preseason...
Detroit Lions Dodge Bullet with Matthew Stafford’s Injury, Must Shut Starters Down Against Buffalo
August 27th, 2012 at 10:14 AM
If there's two classifications of players the Detroit Lions cannot afford to lose at all, much less in a preseason game, its their star quarterback Matthew Stafford and any cornerback.
Stafford was dinged up early in Saturday night's tough loss when his left, non throwing hand absorbed a hit from Oakland's...
Detroit Lions 27, Baltimore Ravens 12: Hunt Report
August 18th, 2012 at 8:55 AM
Perhaps all the Detroit Lions needed to do in order to find a groove was hit the road. Much like 2011, they delivered a solid, comeback win away from home to defeat the Baltimore Ravens 27-12. Despite some early struggles, the defensive stars played the Ravens to a virtual tie,...
Detroit Lions Vs. Baltimore Ravens: Five Things to Watch in Preseason Game Two
August 17th, 2012 at 9:49 AM
After dropping their first preseason game to the new Cleveland Browns, the Detroit Lions make the trip to Charm City to take on the old Cleveland Browns, also known as the Baltimore Ravens. Armed with plenty of things to work on and improve upon, the Lions will be eager to...
After Second Straight Run in with Police, Detroit Lions Make Right Move to Release Aaron Berry
July 23rd, 2012 at 1:25 PM
Another offseason weekend brought yet another Detroit Lions arrest. This time, it was another repeat offender. Aaron Berry, he of the recent DUI troubles, was busted in Pennsylvania for assault and brandishing a weapon. Monday, just as fast, Berry was dropped from the roster in the most important and prudent...
Analyzing Five Detroit Lions Who Must Stay Consistent for Team Success in 2012
July 12th, 2012 at 5:16 PM
This summer, as part of looking ahead to the 2012 NFL season, we're going in-depth to analyze the Detroit Lions' roster. In August, we'll embark on in-depth previews of each position. This week, we're telling you about the players who must remain consistent in 2012 after their outstanding 2011 seasons.
It's...
Analyzing Five Detroit Lions Who Must Enjoy Breakout Seasons in 2012
July 6th, 2012 at 3:48 PM
This summer, as part of looking ahead to the 2012 NFL season, we're going in-depth to analyze the Detroit Lions' roster. Next Friday, we'll tell you what Lions must remain consistent producers for Detroit to achieve success in 2012. In August, we'll embark on in-depth previews of each position. This...
Detroit Lions’ Claim of Special Teams Ace Dontrell Johnson Easy to Understand
June 22nd, 2012 at 3:44 PM
So much of understanding certain football personnel moves these days, like life, is about finding infinite details which tie everything together.
Take Friday, when the Detroit Lions placed a waiver claim on Jacksonville Jaguars' cornerback Dontrell Johnson and were awarded his rights. The news probably didn't even make a ripple with...
