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Chicago Bears Vs. Detroit Lions: Five Things to Watch
December 30th, 2012 at 11:41 AM
A disappointing 2012 season finally comes to a close Sunday afternoon, as the Detroit Lions try desperately to avoid carrying an elongated losing streak into 2013. Positive momentum is the biggest reason for the Lions to try and get the job done, in addition to playing spoilers to the Chicago...
Scouting the Opposition, Part Two: Bears and Lions Fight to Overcome Sloppiness in Second Meeting
December 25th, 2012 at 1:58 PM
In a late October clash on Monday Night Football, the Chicago Bears didn't impress anyone with a sloppy performance which included plenty signs of troubling offensive inefficiency to come. The Detroit Lions also didn't impress with four turnovers, three of which came via fumble. These same turnover mistakes, much like...
Atlanta Falcons Vs. Detroit Lions: Five Things to Watch
December 22nd, 2012 at 9:52 AM
It's time for some Monday Night Football on Saturday night, as the Atlanta Falcons, the top birds in the NFC, cruise into town to take on the Detroit Lions. It's time to officially put this particular match up in the category of games that looked better when the schedule came...
Detroit Lions Vs. Arizona Cardinals: Five Things to Watch
December 16th, 2012 at 10:05 AM
This week, with very little to play for in the standings, the Detroit Lions head to University of Phoenix Stadium to take place in the 4-9 bowl against the Arizona Cardinals. There's not many compelling story lines to follow leading into this match up pitting two underachievers, so fans as...
Scouting the Opposition: Hapless Arizona Cardinals Can’t Even Be Considered One Dimensional
December 11th, 2012 at 1:16 PM
To the Arizona Cardinals, 4-0 must seem like 10 years ago. Many people forget that the now lost Cardinals started 2012 undefeated and were the talk of the league in early fall. Now, one week removed from getting housed 58-0 by the Seattle Seahawks, they're the talk of the league...
Detroit Lions Vs. Green Bay Packers: Five Things to Watch
December 9th, 2012 at 12:17 PM
Attempting to remove the bitter taste of defeat from their mouths, the Detroit Lions hit the road this weekend to take on the Green Bay Packers, the team which started this most recent three game streak of futility with a comeback win in November. Now, Detroit has the unenviable task...
Indianapolis Colts Vs. Detroit Lions: Five Things to Watch
December 2nd, 2012 at 11:47 AM
The Indianapolis Colts have been nothing short of inspiring in 2012 playing for Chuck Pagano while the Detroit Lions have gone completely in the opposite direction. When these two converging forces meet, there will be an interesting dynamic. This game will almost have a "good versus evil" feel to the...
Scouting the Opposition: Young Indianapolis Colts’ Heart, Inspiration Proving “Chuck Strong”
November 27th, 2012 at 1:08 PM
Unexpected runs are one of the most special things about sports. The 2012 Indianapolis Colts have been nothing short of amazing in this department, going from a potential rebuild to knocking on the door of the AFC wild card picture. How have they done it? Certainly, it has been through...
Houston Texans Vs. Detroit Lions: Five Things to Watch
November 22nd, 2012 at 9:27 AM
It wouldn't be Thanksgiving around Michigan without turkey, stuffing and some Detroit Lions' football as the appetizer. For the 78th season, the Lions welcome an opponent to celebrate a holiday of thanks in Detroit. This season, the top team in the AFC just happens to be on the docket in the...
Scouting the Opposition: Houston’s Tight Defense Could Make Matthew Stafford Very Unthankful
November 20th, 2012 at 8:53 AM
It's time for yet another Thanksgiving Super Bowl in Detroit, as the Lions, now with little to play for, kick off another traditional holiday game against the Houston Texans. Would it kill these schedule makers to give the Lions a break? Every year, they seem to draw football's cream of...
Green Bay Packers Vs. Detroit Lions: Five Things to Watch
November 18th, 2012 at 11:33 AM
The Green Bay Packers finally play their first game of the season against the Detroit Lions this weekend, and they're looking to continue an impressive string of dominance in Michigan. Aaron Rodgers is 5-1 all-time in Detroit, and with the Lions beginning to bottom out a bit in 2012, currently,...
Scouting the Opposition: Pressuring Aaron Rodgers, Scoring Through Air Important in Defeating Packers
November 13th, 2012 at 1:39 PM
A familiar tormentor re-enters the picture this weekend, as the Detroit Lions return home with their tail between their legs, getting set to take on the Green Bay Packers for the first of two late season meetings. Though the Packers aren't undefeated or running away with the NFC like in...
Detroit Lions Vs. Minnesota Vikings: Five Things to Watch
November 11th, 2012 at 11:03 AM
Though the Detroit Lions are back to even footing 4-4 and the Minnesota Vikings are beginning to spiral downward, this weekend's game from Mall of America Field is still a complete toss up. Prior to last season, the Lions hadn't won in Minneapolis since 1997, and do routinely struggle with...
Scouting the Opposition: Despite Recent Struggles, Minnesota Vikings Still Tackle and Rush the Passer
November 6th, 2012 at 12:39 PM
Whether Jim Schwartz wants to admit it or not, his Detroit Lions have some tangible momentum heading into a critical NFC North road battle against the Minnesota Vikings. Those Vikings, however, are heading in the opposite direction. After a sterling 5-2 start, Minnesota has crashed back to earth with a...
Detroit Lions Vs. Jacksonville Jaguars: Five Things to Watch
November 4th, 2012 at 8:44 AM
On the heels of another fourth quarter rally, the Detroit Lions head south to take on the Jacksonville Jaguars, trying to get back to 4-4 and enter the second half push at .500. This contest will be a battle of attrition, as both the Lions and Jaguars are dinged up...
Scouting the Opposition: Jacksonville Jaguars Struggling, Forcing Lions to Take Care of Business
October 30th, 2012 at 11:20 AM
Record wise, it would seem the Detroit Lions have finally caught a break on the schedule. After playing tough teams for weeks, now, the Lions head to take on the Jacksonville Jaguars,who are banged up, desperate and disconsolate at 1-6. Yet, with two notable exceptions (a 41-3 loss to the...
Seattle Seahawks Vs. Detroit Lions: Five Things to Watch
October 28th, 2012 at 10:08 AM
Once again, the Detroit Lions need a bounce back win at home after a tough road loss. Seattle's Best" also known as the Seahawks, enter Ford Field with a chance to send the Lions scrambling a bit with a win. Detroit can also rebound in a big way once again,...
Scouting the Opposition: Lions Must Crack Seattle’s Underrated Pass Defense
October 25th, 2012 at 12:56 PM
The Seattle Seahawks are the next team up for the Detroit Lions, and regardless of record, this game isn't the cakewalk many might have you think it is. Seattle has already toppled one NFC North titan in Green Bay (yes, with the help of replacement officials) but they've also beaten...
Detroit Lions Vs. Chicago Bears: Five Things to Watch
October 22nd, 2012 at 12:58 PM
This week marks the return of the Detroit Lions to the national stage, as they head to Chicago for Monday Night Football looking to capitalize on some positive momentum following last week's comeback in Philadelphia. The meat of the NFC North schedule still remains for Detroit, so a win this...
