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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 31, Detroit Lions 18: Another Unhappy Holiday Hunt Report
December 23rd, 2012 at 12:17 AM
Unlike 2011, Santa Claus wasn't kind to the Detroit Lions and their fans this time around, probably because they have been naughty this year. The Atlanta Falcons blasted off to a huge lead, fell backwards a bit in the second half, but then restored order. Despite his record setting night,...
Jim Schwartz Monday Press Conference Recap: Packers Edition
December 10th, 2012 at 3:35 PM
A snowy night in Green Bay left the travel weary Jim Schwartz a little testy at this week's latest press conference. The questions didn't drag on for long and the responses were pointed as Schwartz attempted to explain what went wrong with the Detroit Lions in their 22nd consecutive defeat...
Green Bay Packers 27, Detroit Lions 20: Snowed Under at Lambeau Again Hunt Report
December 10th, 2012 at 12:55 AM
Same old Detroit Lions. It's a phrase that's often overused, but after yet another awful meltdown at Lambeau Field ended in typical Lions fashion, it's not cliche at all. Despite looking capable of blowing the Green Bay Packers out throughout the game's first half, the Lions made just enough of...
Detroit Lions Links: Yes, Jason Hanson was in College When the Lions Last Won in Wisconsin
December 7th, 2012 at 4:53 PM
The Detroit Lions hit the road once more this week trying to shake off the stench of three straight home losses. Unfortunately, the game is to be played at Lambeau Field, a place the Lions haven't won since 1991, so the Packers already have that going for them. As we get...
Jim Schwartz Monday Press Conference Recap: Vikings Edition
November 12th, 2012 at 4:01 PM
The Detroit Lions couldn't stop the Minnesota Vikings on defense or find a consistent offense in time to forge a comeback Sunday afternoon in the midst of an ugly 34-24 loss. As a result, the team is now on the outside looking in of the NFC playoff race. Despite all...
It’s Refreshing to See Homegrown Joique Bell Making Impact for Detroit Lions’ Ground Game
November 7th, 2012 at 11:13 AM
The understated local hero. It's become a lost trend in the NFL over time, but one that has proven no less important to the eventual success of great teams. After failing to be drafted in 2010 and bouncing around the league, Joique Bell appears to have finally found his home in...
Jim Schwartz Monday Press Conference Recap: Jaguars Edition
November 5th, 2012 at 3:54 PM
Jim Schwartz's Detroit Lions enjoyed their most consistent game of the season, battering the putrid Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday afternoon with an overwhelming rushing attack and a swarming, sticky defense en-route to a 31-14 thumping. The win was the Lions' second in a row, leading some to casually believe the team...
Detroit Lions 31, Jacksonville Jaguars 14: Complete and Total Domination Hunt Report
November 5th, 2012 at 10:30 AM
Winning a game you're expected to win by a large enough margin is often the toughest feat to accomplish in football, a sport where so much can always go wrong. On Sunday, nothing went wrong for the Detroit Lions, who blasted the Jacksonville Jaguars early and often, cruising home with...
Detroit Lions 28, Seattle Seahawks 24: Areal Attack Hunt Report
October 29th, 2012 at 10:28 AM
If the Detroit Lions were to have a team slogan, it would have to be "it's better late than never." Yet again, the Lions roared back from some large deficits, scoring a touchdown in the final five minutes to stun the Seattle Seahawks. This come from behind hunt saw the...
Jim Schwartz Tuesday Press Conference Recap: Bears Edition
October 23rd, 2012 at 5:35 PM
Another week brought another rough performance for the Detroit Lions offense. Jim Schwartz stood at the podium hours after his team quite literally fumbled a game away in Chicago, and addressed this week's biggest issues. Schwartz rapped on why his offense has struggled, the fumble problems at running back, Ndamukong...
Chicago Bears 13, Detroit Lions 7: Missed Opportunities Hunt Report
October 23rd, 2012 at 9:51 AM
For the Detroit Lions, it was the same old story. 2012 is quickly turning into the year of ugly failed chances. Though neither team played consistent offense, the Chicago Bears managed a few more productive drives and didn't make the critical turnovers, helping aid in their important 13-7 victory on...
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...
Jim Schwartz Monday Press Conference Recap, St. Louis Edition
September 10th, 2012 at 3:38 PM
After a summer off, Jim Schwartz has once again taken his rightful Monday place at the podium. Today, the coach chewed on some bits from the Detroit Lions' first win of the season. He discussed the elements of the clutch comeback, the play of his defense, the status of some...
Detroit Lions 2012 Positional Preview: Running Back
August 20th, 2012 at 1:06 PM
If there was one weakest link on the Detroit Lions last year, it came from the inability to sustain a consistent running game. Though many pointed the finger at the organization for not addressing the problem and replacement players for not getting the job done, it was hard to seriously...
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...
Cleveland Browns 19, Detroit Lions 17: Preseason Hunt Report
August 11th, 2012 at 10:43 AM
The preseason opener is now officially in the rearview mirror, and unlike last year, the Detroit Lions came up on the short end of the stick and tasted adversity right away. The first team offense struggled mightily, and the Browns won the battle of the backups by sneaking in a late...
Tuesday Odds & Ends: Detroit Lions Sign Joique Bell, Calvin Johnson to Pro Bowl
December 27th, 2011 at 11:04 PM
Today was a busier than normal Tuesday for the Detroit Lions, as the team made a small roster move and had some noteworthy events take place.
Early in the day, the Lions announced they had signed Joique Bell, a Benton Harbor native formally of Wayne State University. Bell had been signed...
