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Detroit Lions NFL Draft Positional Preview: Breaking Down 2013′s Tight End Class
April 22nd, 2013 at 11:30 AM
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 tight ends.
With Brandon Pettigrew and Tony Scheffler already in the fold, many would scratch their heads at the idea of the Detroit...
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...
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...
This Offseason, the Detroit Lions Must Evaluate Jim Schwartz, Scott Linehan and Gunther Cunningham
December 5th, 2012 at 2:57 PM
For some, the notion of firing coaches who guided the Detroit Lions from the depths of despair at 0-16 to a 10-6 record with a playoff birth three years later would seem downright insane.
Then again, when you consider that nearly half the winning games in 2011 could have ended up...
Detroit Lions Links: Mikel Leshoure’s Return, Tony Scheffler’s Injury and Joe Staley’s Trash Talk
September 19th, 2012 at 4:07 PM
The Detroit Lions emerged relatively healthy from a west coast fist fight with the San Francisco 49ers. Though Drayton Florence broke his arm, things are looking up midweek with regards to the defensive backfield's health. Two key members could return this weekend, in addition to running back Mikel Leshoure. Here's...
Detroit Lions 2012 Positional Preview: Wide Receiver and Tight End
August 27th, 2012 at 1:56 PM
A big strong point for the Detroit Lions over past three seasons has been a diverse and chiseled group of wide receivers and tight ends, each capable of hurting teams in their own unique way. From the imposing Calvin Johnson and Brandon Pettigrew to the shifty Nate Burleson and developing...
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...
Detroit Lions Ten Best Games of 2011, Number 9: Opening Win Over Tampa Bay Sparks Excitement
June 11th, 2012 at 2:07 PM
Back by popular demand this summer, it's the Detroit Lions "Ten Best" countdown. Every Monday over the next two months, we'll not only be counting down the best games, but also the best plays of last season. All of this will lead into our positional previews, which should take us...
Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions: Five Things To Watch
November 23rd, 2011 at 4:01 PM
Coming off a thrilling win over the Carolina Panthers, the Detroit Lions look to keep the momentum going on a short week, as they host the undefeated Green Bay Packers for their annual Thanksgiving Day battle.
The Lions have plenty of reason to feel thankful heading into the holiday. First of...
Detroit Lions 45, Denver Broncos 10: Hunt Report
October 31st, 2011 at 10:09 AM
It might be time to start officially referring to the Detroit Lions as road warriors. For the fourth time in 2011, the Lions had a successful road hunt, and emerged victorious in enemy territory. Sunday, Tim Tebow and the Denver Broncos were the latest victims, as the Lions bullied them...
Detroit Lions Vs. San Francisco 49ers: Five Things to Watch
October 16th, 2011 at 9:40 AM
This week, the Detroit Lions have a tiny bit of adversity to deal with coming off their Monday night coming out party against the Chicago Bears. First, they will be facing a short week of preparation for San Francisco. Second, the team will be without Justin Durant and Tony Scheffler,...
Justin Durant, Tony Scheffler Could Miss Game Vs. 49ers
October 14th, 2011 at 12:26 AM
The Detroit Lions could be short a couple of key contributors Sunday, when the surprising 4-1 San Francisco 49ers come calling. Linebacker Justin Durant, who's missed the past two games after suffering a concussion, missed his second straight practice Wednesday, putting into doubt his availability for Week 6.
Tight end Tony...
How The Detroit Lions Rate: Rounding Up Week Two’s NFL Power Rankings
September 22nd, 2011 at 9:21 AM
What a difference a week makes. The Lions' dominating 48-3 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs seems to have opened eyes nationally to the possibility of the team being a more than a feel good story in 2011. The national power rankings we're featuring here certainly reflect the mindset that...
Detroit Lions Execute Many of Their Plays Almost Perfectly in Rout of Kansas City
September 19th, 2011 at 7:05 PM
Detroit’s 48-3 win over the Kansas City Chiefs was an absolute blowout and it is the largest margin of victory in Detroit Lions history. The Lions played a nearly flawless game and there are several key plays that highlight just how well they played. Even when they didn’t look so...
Tony Scheffler Tops List of Detroit Lions Out of Friday’s Game
August 19th, 2011 at 1:22 AM
***PHOTO1*** At least eight Detroit Lions will sit out Friday's preseason game at Cleveland, including tight end Tony Scheffler, who needed stitches for a cut on his hand Thursday.
Joining Scheffler on inactive list against the Browns will be offensive tackles Jeff Backus and Jason Fox, running back Maurice Morris, defensive...
Lions’ 10 Best: No. 10 — Detroit Rolls Over Minnesota to Finish Season
July 11th, 2011 at 8:00 AM
[Editors Note: While we continue to stumble through the dark depression that is this year's NFL Lockout, we at Lions101 thought it would be a good idea to inject some football into people's lives. That is why we are bring you "The Ten Best", a countdown of the ten best...
Five Unheralded Detroit Lions Who Could Play Large Roles in 2011
May 28th, 2011 at 12:01 PM
The NFL lockout doesn't appear to be going away anytime soon, but just in case it does, we may as well start taking a look ahead to the 2011 Detroit Lions season.
And we all know about the big guns -- Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson, Ndamukong Suh, etc. -- but the...
