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October 4, 2014
Chad Johnson wants someone to take him to Lions training camp
He'll be in Detroit to watch his daughter run in the Junior Olympics, and former NFL player Chad Johnson also would like to pay a visit to Lions camp.
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Oops! Detroit Lions NFC North champions T-shirts being sold at department store
The Lions haven't won a division title since 1993, but T-shirts proclaiming their prowess are on sale at T.J. Maxx
All-time great Lions RB Barry Sanders back with team as ambassador
The Hall of Fame running back returns to the Detroit Lions as an ambassador, has an itinerary of events he will attend for fans, community.
Detroit Lions' best: No. 3 Darius Slay can prove elite status this season
Lions' No. 1 cornerback will see the likes of Beckham, Jones and Brown this coming season
Detroit Lions' Paul Worrilow has beaten odds, inspires others to help
Linebacker wants to help Lions on the field, while inspiring people to sign up to be donors off it.
Detroit Lions to host free agent LB Zach Orr on visit
Orr retired in January because of a spinal condition, but is planning a return to the NFL
Golden Tate is the NFL's hardest WR to tackle
Golden Tate does a lot of things well, but it's no secret that he's at his most dangerous when the ball is already in his hands. What even most Detroit Lions fans don't know, acco...
Lions Fantasy Preview
Evan Silva breaks down the fantasy football outlook for this year's Detroit Lions.
Drew Stanton thinks NFL has a QB development problem
Cardinals quarterback Drew Stanton entered the league as a second-round pick of the Lions in 2007 and has spent the last decade serving as a backup in Detroit, Indianapolis and Arizona. Stanton has seen a lot of quarterbacks move through the league over that time and that experience has left him with strong views about...
Devin Taylor could prove to be 'great signing' at bargain price for Giants
Former Lions defensive lineman Devin Taylor appears to be a low-risk, high-upside signing who could help the Giants' pass rush.
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Calvin Johnson's career day against the Dallas Cowboys
Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson sets a career high 329 yards receiving against the Dallas Cowboys.
Rams trade former No. 2 overall pick and only get a sixth-rounder back
Greg Robinson will now get a chance with the Detroit Lions
Lions acquire OT Robinson from Rams and sign OT Kouandjio | FOX Sports
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) The Detroit Lions have bolstered their offensive line to make up for the potential loss of tackle Taylor Decker.
Los Angeles Rams trade draft bust Greg Robinson to Lions
The Rams admitted defeat and traded tackle Greg Robinson, the second pick of the 2014 draft, to the Detroit Lions for a 2018 sixth-round pick.
Rams trade ex-No. 2 pick Greg Robinson to Lions
The Los Angeles Rams finally gave up on former No. 2 overall pick Greg Robinson. The Rams traded the offensive tackle to the Detroit Lions for a 2018 sixth-round pick, Ian Rapoport reported.
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Lions QB Stafford says he's ignoring contract implications
Matthew Stafford has made enough money already that his newborn twin daughters should be just fine, financially, for life. The Detroit Lions are expected to give their quarterback a new deal that will set up his family for generations. Stafford has said many times he wants to stay with Detroit.
Look away! Here's former Packers OL T.J. Lang in a Lions uniform
It doesn't become real until you actually see it. T.J. Lang will be a member of the Detroit Lions in 2017, and now there's photographic evidence confirming the tragedy. Here's a w...
Golden Tate Confirms He Wants Lions Contract Extension, Says He's Underpaid
Detroit Lions receiver Golden Tate is looking for an extension and hopefully a nice raise. He told Kyle Meinke of MLive.com Saturday that he feels underpaid and hopes he can get a new deal eventually...
Report: Lions LT Decker to miss 4-6 months
Detroit Lions starting left tackle Taylor Decker has a torn labrum and he's expected to miss at least four months after undergoing surgery, according to a NFL Network report.
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Lions' Austin on defense, and rookie Tabor
Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Teryl Austin speaks on the defense and rookie Teez Tabor, including Tabor's interception on wide receiver Marvin Jones Jr. during Tuesday's practice.
Taylor Decker Undergoes Shoulder Surgery, Could Miss Start of NFL Season
Former Buckeye and current Detroit Lion Taylor Decker may miss part of the 2017 season after undergoing shoulder surgery.
Lions left tackle Taylor Decker could miss start of season
Detroit Lions left tackle Taylor Decker could miss the start of the 2017 season with a shoulder injury.
Lions LT Taylor Decker could miss start of regular season with shoulder injury | FOX Sports
Decker was Detroit's first-round pick in 2016.
Mailbag part II: Which rookies contribute early for Detroit Lions?
Dave Birkett takes your Twitter questions
Ndamukong Suh Is a 'Nut Job', Says Lions OL T.J. Lang
Detroit Lions offensive lineman T.J. Lang didn't hold back in discussing what it was like to face off with Ndamukong Suh in the trenches...
Detroit Lions sign running back Matt Asiata, lineman Connor Bozick
The Detroit Lions signed running back Matt Asiata and offensive lineman Connor Bozick and waived fullback Michael Burton and injured linebacker Brandon Chubb, the team announced Tuesday.
Detroit Lions' Marvin Jones focused on not fizzling after disappointing 2016
Detroit Lions receiver Marvin Jones struggled after a hot start last year, but he remains confident.
Lions Sign Matt Asiata To 1-Year Deal
The Detroit Lions have agreed to a one-year deal with running back Matt Asiata.
Lions' Diggs not sweating heated competition
Quandre Diggs is on the hot seat, but the Detroit Lions cornerback isn't feeling the heat.
6 NFL quarterbacks with the best chance to become elite in 2017 | FOX Sports
Becoming elite is a goal of every QB. These six players have the best chance to reach that level in 2017. Ryan Tannehill, Dolphins: With another year in Adam Gase's system, Tannehill has a chance to be great next season. Dak Prescott, Cowboys: After a terrific rookie season, Prescott needs to keep developing into an all-around great QB. Jameis Winston, Buccaneers: Winston is a gunslinger, but i...
Antonio Brown matching career path of Calvin Johnson through seven seasons
For almost a decade, Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson was the gold standard at his position. While fans might argue the merits of various names for the title of best receiver currently ac...
Megatron didn't like Lions' treatment at end
Former Lions star Calvin Johnson says he doesn't think he was treated the way he should have been on the way out. The franchise leader in most receiving categories declined to give specifics.
Calvin Johnson says he was mistreated by the Lions when he retired | FOX Sports
Johnson abruptly retired after the 2015 season.
Former Lions' All-Pro linebacker Walker dies
Wayne Walker, the Detroit Lions' fourth-round pick in 1958, has died at the age of 80.
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ESPN: Lions merit 'C' for offseason doings
Detroit earns praise for retooling offensive line, but not having QB Matthew Stafford and DE Ezekiel Ansah signed to extensions hurts.
Lions rookie Teez Tabor expects to be past hamstring injury by camp
Cornerback Teez Tabor's final pre-draft workout was with the Lions because he wasn't able to do any more on-field work after tweaking his hamstring during that session. The turn of events seemed to work out OK for Detroit as they were able to use the 53rd pick in the draft on Tabor, but it appears...
Detroit preparing bids for future Super Bowls, NFL drafts
The Lions want both the Super Bowl and the NFL draft in Detroit. Lions President Rod Wood confirmed that the team plans to put in bids for the next available Super Bowl, which is in 2022 after Minnesota, Atlanta, Miami and Los Angeles host the next four. Detroit would have to be considered a long...
Detroit Lions sign offensive tackle Arturo Uzdavinis after rookie camp
The Lions waived offensive tackle Pierce Burton to make room for Uzdavinis following rookie minicamp
SI ranks Lions' backup QB situation 31st in NFL
QB Matthew Stafford has started 96 straight games for the Lions. They could be in trouble if that streak is snapped.
Lions sign free-agent OT Arturo Uzdavinis
The Detroit Lions on Monday signed free-agent offensive tackle Arturo Uzdavinis and waived offensive tackle Pierce Burton.
Lions sign free agent T Arturo Uzdavinis
The Detroit Lions announced Monday that they have signed free agent T Arturo Uzdavinis and waived T Pierce Burton.
Detroit Lions pass on Matt Asiata, go young at running back
The Lions did not sign veteran RB Matt Asiata after a weekend tryout during rookie minicamp
Lions Hall of Fame safety Yale Lary dies at 86
Detroit Lions great and Pro Football Hall of Fame safety Yale Lary died Friday morning at his home in Fort Worth, Texas, at the age of 86.
Taylor Decker: Detroit Lions' OL must make good on investment
A first-round pick last year, Decker said the Lions investment in offensive linemen proves the team believes if "you build well up front, the team will be good."
Jace Billingsley receives his shot at Detroit Lions rookie minicamp
He's one of seven first-year players among the 30 currently under contract participating in rookie minicamp.
Lions sign first-rounder Jarrad Davis, 7 other draft picks | FOX Sports
The Detroit Lions have signed eight of their draft picks.
Hall of Famer Yale Lary, won 3 titles with Lions, dies at 86
Yale Lary, a Hall of Fame safety who helped the Detroit Lions win three NFL titles during the 1950s, has died. The Pro Football Hall of Fame confirmed his death, citing information from the nine-time Pro Bowler's family. The Lions said Lary died Friday at his home in Fort Worth, Texas.
Hall of Famer Yale Lary, won 3 titles with Lions, dies at 86
DETROIT (AP) — Yale Lary, a Hall of Fame safety who helped the Detroit Lions win three NFL titles during the 1950s, has died. He was 86.
Lions sign rookie Davis, who will have a lot to learn at LB
Detroit coach Jim Caldwell was asked about positions that are supposed to be particularly tough to learn, like quarterback, tight end and middle linebacker. The context of the question was clear: The Lions drafted Jarrad Davis of Florida in the first round, and general manager Bob Quinn has said he
