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Signing “Kickalicious” Havard Rugland is Detroit Lions’ Most Interesting Gamble of the Offseason
April 12th, 2013 at 11:43 AM
As a familiar saying goes, "if I saw it on the internet, it must be true!"
The Detroit Lions are hoping that sentiment applies to YouTube kicking sensation Havard Rugland, who just so happens to be the team's latest signee at kicker. If you're not familiar with Rugland, who calls his brand "kickalicious,"...
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...
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...
David Akers Visits Detroit Lions as Kicker Contingancy Plan is Prepared
March 28th, 2013 at 3:24 PM
Yet another week has passed and without news on the status of kicker Jason Hanson, the Detroit Lions are doing some diligence towards perhaps moving on.
Thursday, they hosted kicker David Akers, formally of the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers to a visit. Hanson hasn't yet stated whether or not...
Darrius Heyward-Bey, Who Could Play a Major Offensive Role, Visiting Detroit Lions
March 27th, 2013 at 1:02 PM
The Detroit Lions could fill another need in free agency if Wednesday's visit with wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey, formally of the Oakland Raiders and their rabid "Black Hole" ends up going well.
It's no secret the Lions are in the need for another receiver, especially given the team's loss of malcontent Titus Young...
Detroit Lions Links: Debating Brian Urlacher’s Fit as Free Agency Wears on a Month Before NFL Draft
March 22nd, 2013 at 1:28 PM
As the second wave of free agency begins, the rumor mill continues to churn for the Detroit Lions, who are still in need of a few pieces to round out their roster prior to the draft.
Stunningly, a classic NFC North rival in Brian Urlacher has become available and Detroit has...
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...
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...
Detroit Lions’ Search for a Running Back Could Cast a Wider Net to LeGarette Blount
March 11th, 2013 at 1:30 PM
If Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports is correct, the Detroit Lions' search for a running back might take a few unique offseason turns before being completely resolved.
La Canfora reported that the Lions could have interest in Tampa Bay Buccaneers' running back LeGarette Blount. Last week, Tampa Bay resigned Blount to...
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...
Peter King’s Top 50 Free Agents Includes Three Interesting Detroit Lions’ Targets
March 8th, 2013 at 12:45 PM
Today, Sports Illustrated football guru Peter King released his top 50 free agent list. On it, he rated all the members of this year's free agency class 1-50 and included thoughts about the best team fits for each player.
With some money to spend and holes to fill, the Detroit Lions...
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...
Why the Outrage? Dominic Raiola was Never Going to Leave the Detroit Lions
February 17th, 2013 at 4:08 PM
Across the internet on Tuesday in various comment sections, the frustration was palpable.
"This is a terrible move! Dominic Raiola should go! My day is ruined!"
All the Detroit Lions did was restructure (operative word) center Raiola's contract for next season. By the reaction, you'd think the team had just rehired Matt Millen...
George Wilson Scheduled to Visit Detroit Lions After Buffalo Bills Released Him on Monday
February 13th, 2013 at 1:04 PM
The Detroit Lions had some well documented struggles within their secondary last year. These problems were seen specifically at safety, especially when the losses of Louis Delmas and Amari Spievey to injury were not easily covered up.
Now, with the offseason underway, the Lions are hoping to remedy that problem fast with...
Reggie Bush and the Detroit Lions? It’s the Perfect Marraige According to the Media
February 12th, 2013 at 1:04 PM
If you've glanced over the Detroit Lions' headline section on your favorite website or newspaper the past few weeks, you've no doubt noticed the name Reggie Bush surfacing more than usual.
Thus far, Lions 101 has stayed away from such speculation, but now. we'll add our name to the list of...
Cliff Avril’s Versatility Might Make Him a Free Agency Priority for Detroit Lions
February 11th, 2013 at 11:05 AM
The price for the Detroit Lions to keep their free agent to be defensive end Cliff Avril could have just gone up significantly.
This, of course, is given Avril's recently documented ability to switch sides, occupying the left defensive end spot recently vacated by the release of Kyle Vanden Bosch. As also...
