Jared Goff throws Detroit Lions to brink of ending seven-year play-off wait
1 year ago

Jared Goff throws Detroit Lions to brink of ending seven-year play-off wait

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Lions beat Vikings 31-9, win NFC North and No. 1 seed, dropping division rivals to No. 5
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9 hours, 54 minutes ago

Lions beat Vikings 31-9, win NFC North and No. 1 seed, dropping division rivals to No. 5

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jahmyr Gibbs scored three of his franchise-record tying four touchdowns in the second half, and the Detroit Lions beat the Minnesota Vikings 31-9 on Sunday night to win their second straight NFC North title and earn home-field advantage until the Super Bowl. Detroit will have a much-needed bye for its banged-up team during the first week of the …

After topping 49ers, Lions face short week in hosting Vikings in key game to close regular season
5 days, 15 hours ago

After topping 49ers, Lions face short week in hosting Vikings in key game to close regular season

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions have a short week to prepare for a pivotal matchup against Minnesota, and they will not complain about that fact. “You couldn’t write a better scenario,” Detroit coach Dan Campbell said after a 40-34 win at San Francisco on Monday night. “You find me a quarterback that’s playing better than him in this league right now.” Goff …

Lions beat the 49ers 40-34 in a tune-up for Week 18 division showdown
6 days, 10 hours ago

Lions beat the 49ers 40-34 in a tune-up for Week 18 division showdown

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The big prizes for the Detroit Lions remain on the horizon, with the team seeking a division title, the top seed in the NFC playoffs and the franchise’s first Super Bowl trip. Jared Goff threw three touchdown passes and the Lions tuned up for their Week 18 division showdown against Minnesota by beating the 49ers 40-34 …

Today in Sports - Detroit Lions lose to Green Bay Packers, making them the first team to go 0-16
1 week, 2 days ago

Today in Sports - Detroit Lions lose to Green Bay Packers, making them the first team to go 0-16

Associated Press  

Dec. 28 1944 — Maurice Richard has five goals and three assists to lead the Montreal Canadiens to a 9-1 rout of the Detroit Red Wings. 1952 — Doak Walker’s 67-yard third-quarter touchdown run leads the Detroit Lions to a 17-7 victory over the Cleveland Browns for the NFL championship. He gained 114 yards on 27 carries in Baltimore’s 13-10 …

Lions head into NFC title game rematch vs. 49ers seeking top seed more than revenge
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1 week, 3 days ago

Lions head into NFC title game rematch vs. 49ers seeking top seed more than revenge

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Dan Campbell stood at the podium after Detroit blew a 17-point lead to San Francisco in last season’s NFC title game and talked about how that might have been the Lions’ only shot at reaching the Super Bowl. But this is where we’re at in the season, we know that we need another win, we understand …

Aiming for top seed, Lions play 49ers on road before closing regular season at home against Vikings
1 week, 6 days ago

Aiming for top seed, Lions play 49ers on road before closing regular season at home against Vikings

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions watched Washington beat Philadelphia on the way home following a bounce-back win at Chicago that helped them keep pace with Minnesota in the race for the NFC North title and top seeding in the conference. Detroit plays slumping San Francisco on the road next Monday night, a rematch of the NFC championship game …

Goff and Lions execute fake-fumble trick play, taking inspiration from Packers
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2 weeks ago

Goff and Lions execute fake-fumble trick play, taking inspiration from Packers

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions borrowed from Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers to trick the Chicago Bears on Sunday. With Detroit players yelling “Fumble!” and Jahmyr Gibbs pretending to dive for the ball, Goff threw to Sam LaPorta for a 21-yard touchdown that made it 34-14. It had the quarterback deliberately fumbling, similar to the …

Jared Goff throws 3 TD passes as Lions beat Bears 34-17 for franchise-record 13th win
2 weeks ago

Jared Goff throws 3 TD passes as Lions beat Bears 34-17 for franchise-record 13th win

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Jared Goff threw for 336 yards and three touchdowns, and the Detroit Lions remained on top of the NFC with their franchise-record 13th win, 34-17 over the Chicago Bears on Sunday. Jameson Williams had a career-high 143 yards receiving on five catches, including an 82-yard touchdown in the second quarter. Caleb Williams threw for 334 yards and two …

Detroit Lions lose Montgomery, McNeill, Dorsey for the season as injuries sap Super Bowl hopes
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Detroit Lions lose Montgomery, McNeill, Dorsey for the season as injuries sap Super Bowl hopes

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The banged-up Detroit Lions took some serious hits in their loss to the Buffalo Bills. “Nobody is going to give us a pass, or put an asterisk next to your record.” Running back David Montgomery and defensive tackle Alim McNeill need to have season-ending knee surgeries after both were hurt in the setback to Buffalo, Campbell …

Josh Allen has another huge game to lift Bills to a 48-42 victory that snaps Lions’ winning streak
3 weeks ago

Josh Allen has another huge game to lift Bills to a 48-42 victory that snaps Lions’ winning streak

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Josh Allen took a shotgun snap, moved up in the pocket and backed up, rolled left and threw right. Allen ran for two scores in the first quarter and threw two touchdown passes in the second half, leading the Buffalo Bills to a 48-42 victory Sunday that snapped the Detroit Lions ' franchise-record 11-game winning streak. “That’s how …

Lions aim to extend franchise-record winning streak to 12 against AFC East champion Bills
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Lions aim to extend franchise-record winning streak to 12 against AFC East champion Bills

Associated Press  

Buffalo at Detroit Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Lions by 2 1/2. In Detroit’s past five home games, Goff has thrown 14 TDs and only one INT since throwing two INTs without a TD in the team’s only loss to Tampa Bay in Week 2. His six catches on 14 targets were his most since joining the …

Campbell, Lions no longer satisfied with just making the playoffs
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Campbell, Lions no longer satisfied with just making the playoffs

Associated Press  

DETROIT — For most of a century, the Detroit Lions making the playoffs was a banner day. A week after a Thanksgiving win over the Chicago Bears, the Lions beat Green Bay 34-31 to move to 12-1 and clinch a second straight postseason berth — the first time they’ve done that since going three years in a row from 1993-95. …

Detroit Lions sneak past Green Bay Packers and into play-offs with 34-31 win
1 month ago

Detroit Lions sneak past Green Bay Packers and into play-offs with 34-31 win

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NFC-leading Lions host Packers, aiming for franchise-record, 11-game winning streak, playoff spot
1 month ago

NFC-leading Lions host Packers, aiming for franchise-record, 11-game winning streak, playoff spot

Associated Press  

Green Bay at Detroit Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EST, Amazon Prime Video. The Packers have won their past five division road games, including a 29-22 win at Detroit last year on Thanksgiving when Jordan Love threw a 53-yard TD to Christian Watson on the game’s first play and finished with three TDs.. Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur, who is from Michigan, …

Lions extend win streak to 10 games, hold off Bears for 23-20 victory
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1 month, 1 week ago

Lions extend win streak to 10 games, hold off Bears for 23-20 victory

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff threw two touchdown passes to Sam LaPorta, Jake Bates made three field goals in the first half and the Detroit Lions held off the Chicago Bears 23-20 on Thursday to extend their winning streak to 10 games. Caleb Williams threw an incomplete pass as time expired from the Detroit 41 after being sacked with about 30 …

Banged-up Lions edge Bears to earn elusive happy Thanksgiving: ‘We’ll take any win we can’
1 month, 1 week ago

Banged-up Lions edge Bears to earn elusive happy Thanksgiving: ‘We’ll take any win we can’

New York Times  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell admittedly wanted this one for more than just the win-loss column. “We’re trying to win a football game,” said Williams, who apologized in front of the team in the locker room. “Things like that can’t happen.” “We didn’t exhibit our best brand of ball, and we know that,” running back David Montgomery said. We’ll take any …

Lions coach Dan Campbell and his wife hoping for win over Bears to make him happy on Thanksgiving
1 month, 1 week ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell and his wife hoping for win over Bears to make him happy on Thanksgiving

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell hopes to be happy on Thanksgiving for the first time in four years. You want to win this game and be able to enjoy your Thanksgiving dinner with your family and it’ll be my first time experiencing that here and I want to do that.” Caleb’s comfort Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, who was taken No. 1 …

Anthony Richardson tries to take another big step by helping Colts navigate matchup with Lions
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Anthony Richardson tries to take another big step by helping Colts navigate matchup with Lions

Associated Press  

Detroit at Indianapolis Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, Fox BetMGM NFL odds: Lions by 7 1/2. These teams were part of two joint practices in suburban Indy in August 2022.. Jim Caldwell served as a head coach for both franchises and led the Colts to the Super Bowl following the 2009 season and was fired by the Lions after going 9-7 …

Lions haven’t taken any opponent lightly on the way to 9-1 record
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Lions haven’t taken any opponent lightly on the way to 9-1 record

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions were on the verge of their first Super Bowl appearance, but couldn’t finish off the San Francisco 49ers in last season’s NFC championship game. Defensively, they held Jacksonville to two field goals and 170 yards of offense — their 475-yard advantage was the NFL’s biggest margin since 1979. “When you score seven touchdowns and hold …

Jared Goff and NFC-leading Lions score at will in 52-6 win over Jaguars
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jared Goff and NFC-leading Lions score at will in 52-6 win over Jaguars

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Jared Goff stood on the sideline wearing a baseball cap in the fourth quarter while his teammates finished off another rout. Goff threw two of his four touchdown passes to Amon-Ra St. Brown, David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs combined for three rushing TDs and the Detroit Lions beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 52-6 on Sunday. “It’s a good problem …

Jared Goff looks to bounce back from throwing career-high 5 INTs when Lions host Jaguars
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jared Goff looks to bounce back from throwing career-high 5 INTs when Lions host Jaguars

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions are off to their best start in seven decades thanks in part to the play of Jared Goff. That’s the way we’re built.” The Lions became the first team since 1970 to win after trailing by at least 15 points and throwing five interceptions. Streaking St. Brown Detroit’s offense was sluggish in its first two …

Coach Dan Campbell still amazed at Lions comeback to beat Texans on Sunday night
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Coach Dan Campbell still amazed at Lions comeback to beat Texans on Sunday night

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell has seen a lot of things as an NFL player and coach. “That’s so tough for a defense, because they are out there keeping them out of the end zone and then we throw an interception two plays later and they are back on the field,” Campbell said. “How can you not love a cover corner …

Detroit Lions produce incredible comeback to defeat Houston Texans despite Jared Goff’s five interceptions
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Detroit Lions produce incredible comeback to defeat Houston Texans despite Jared Goff’s five interceptions

CNN  

CNN — Despite throwing a career-high five interceptions, Jared Goff led the Detroit Lions to a come-from-behind 26-23 victory over the Houston Texans on Sunday Night Football at NRG Stadium. The Lions trailed 23-7 heading into halftime after Goff threw three interceptions in the first half. Detroit rattled off 16 unanswered points to tie the game with just over five …

Goff and Lions bring a 6-game winning streak into their prime-time matchup with Stroud and Texans
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Goff and Lions bring a 6-game winning streak into their prime-time matchup with Stroud and Texans

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Jared Goff is aware that many around the NFL are high on the Detroit Lions as they bring a six-game winning streak into Sunday’s prime-time matchup with the Houston Texans. His return would certainly help take some of the pressure off Stroud after he relied almost entirely on Tank Dell last week in the first game since Stefon …

Lions Looking Like Contender as Expected, Leaning on Jared Goff's Arm, Run Game and Playmaking DBs
2 months ago

Lions Looking Like Contender as Expected, Leaning on Jared Goff's Arm, Run Game and Playmaking DBs

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions are looking like a Super Bowl contender, with their offense performing well and their defense holding their own against tough opponents. Despite missing key players, the team has shown resilience and adaptability, with Jared Goff leading the offense to new heights. The defense, led by Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch, has been a force, and the team's …

Lions Dominate Packers in Thrilling Victory
2 months ago

Lions Dominate Packers in Thrilling Victory

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions defeated the Green Bay Packers 24-14 in a thrilling game that saw both teams battle it out in the second half. Kerby Joseph's pick-6 proved to be a game-changing moment, securing the Lions' first win in over 60 years. The Lions dominated the first half, scoring two touchdowns and holding the lead throughout the second quarter. Despite …

NFC North Showdown: Lions' High-Powered Offense Facing Packers' Ball-Hawking Defense
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2 months ago

NFC North Showdown: Lions' High-Powered Offense Facing Packers' Ball-Hawking Defense

Associated Press  

The NFC North showdown between the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions is set to take place this Sunday. The Lions have a high-powered offense, while the Packers specialize in taking the ball away. The game is expected to be a high-scoring contest, as both teams are capable of scoring plenty of points. Detroit has been a dominant force …

Lions vs. Packers: A Battle of Titans
2 months ago

Lions vs. Packers: A Battle of Titans

Associated Press  

The Lions and Packers clash in a battle of titans. The Lions, fresh off a four-game winning streak, seek to extend their winning run against the Packers, who are coming off a tough loss to the Jaguars. The game features key matchups between the Lions' rushing duo of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery and the Packers' run defense led by …

Lions Struggle to Overcome Titans Despite Scoring 52 Points
2 months, 1 week ago

Lions Struggle to Overcome Titans Despite Scoring 52 Points

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions' 52-14 victory over the Tennessee Titans was a strange game, with the offense struggling to find its rhythm despite having 225 yards of offense. Despite the offensive struggles, the defense forced four turnovers and allowed only 40 return yards on 23 kicks. The Lions' performance highlights the importance of special teams, but they need to find more …

Lions Dominate Titans, Continue Their Winning Streak
2 months, 1 week ago

Lions Dominate Titans, Continue Their Winning Streak

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions dominated the Tennessee Titans 52-14 in a convincing performance. Jared Goff threw three touchdown passes and David Montgomery was the first of five players to score in the first half for the Lions. The Lions had their highest-scoring game since 1970 and scored at least 50 for the fourth time in franchise history.

Lions demolish Titans 52-14 as Kalif Raymond racks up 190 return yards and 2 TDs: Takeaways
2 months, 1 week ago

Lions demolish Titans 52-14 as Kalif Raymond racks up 190 return yards and 2 TDs: Takeaways

New York Times  

By Colton Pouncy, Joe Rexrode and Jelani Scott The red-hot Detroit Lions extended their winning streak to five games with a 52-14 beatdown of the Tennessee Titans at home Sunday by dominating in all three phases. 2 scoring unit, but the counting stats were diminished by big contributions from the special teams unit, led by Kalif Raymond’s 190 total return …

NFL Week 7 best and worst coaching decisions: Lions offense solves Brian Flores’ puzzle
2 months, 2 weeks ago

NFL Week 7 best and worst coaching decisions: Lions offense solves Brian Flores’ puzzle

New York Times  

It may seem like Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is a constant fixture on the positive side of this column, but he earns it as every week he attacks a new problem with creative, interesting and effective solutions. This week, the Lions did something a few offenses have been able to do: figure out coordinator Brian Flores’ Vikings defense. On …

Lions Struggle to Overcome Vikings in Crucial NFC North Matchup
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions Struggle to Overcome Vikings in Crucial NFC North Matchup

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions fought hard but fell to the Minnesota Vikings 31-29 in a crucial NFC North game. Despite Jared Goff's impressive passing performance, the Lions struggled to generate offense in the second half. The defense played well, limiting Minnesota to only 29 points on 36 attempts. The Lions' offense, meanwhile, was unable to find any rhythm, managing only 14 …

Lions Dominate Vikings in Thrilling Thriller, Secure NFC North Crown
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions Dominate Vikings in Thrilling Thriller, Secure NFC North Crown

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions secured their first division title in 30 years with a thrilling 31-29 victory against the Minnesota Vikings. Jake Bates's field goal with seconds left secured the win for the Lions, who dominated the game despite trailing for most of the contest. Jahmyr Gibbs led the Lions with 116 yards and two touchdowns, while Jared Goff threw for …

The undefeated Vikings and their stress-inducing defense take on the high-scoring and surging Lions
2 months, 2 weeks ago

The undefeated Vikings and their stress-inducing defense take on the high-scoring and surging Lions

Associated Press  

Detroit at Minnesota Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, Fox. The Lions have scored 40-plus points in two straight games for the first time since 1962, behind one of the NFL’s most complete offenses and one of its brightest strategical minds. DE Marcus Davenport, who played last season for the Vikings, is likely out for the year with a triceps injury.. Lions …

Lions' Loss to Cowboys Highlights Coaching Criticism and Defensive Struggles
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions' Loss to Cowboys Highlights Coaching Criticism and Defensive Struggles

Associated Press  

Jared Goff throws for 315 yards and three touchdowns, but the Lions lose 47-9 to the Cowboys. The loss is a blow to their playoff hopes, as they trail by 14 points at halftime. The Lions' offense struggled throughout the game, and their defense was unable to stop the Cowboys' rushing attack. The game was marred by several controversial officiating …

Lions visit Cowboys in return to scene of disputed 2-point call in 1-point loss
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions visit Cowboys in return to scene of disputed 2-point call in 1-point loss

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Dan Campbell can always count the way he enjoys the closest thing he has to a homecoming when he visits the Dallas Cowboys. “You’ve got to keep your head about you no matter what it is, and I think each game, you can always find something,” said Campbell, who was born and raised less than 100 miles …

Lions may be able to lean on a Jared Goff-led offense that got its groove back going into bye week
3 months ago

Lions may be able to lean on a Jared Goff-led offense that got its groove back going into bye week

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions got their groove back offensively going into their bye week. “That’s why you can’t worry about this and that, you can’t start panicking.” Goff’s poor play raised some concerns after the first two games when he had more interceptions than touchdown passes just months after signing a $212 million, four-year contract extension. Williams, …

Seahawks defense collapses in record-setting fashion in 42-29 loss
3 months ago

Seahawks defense collapses in record-setting fashion in 42-29 loss

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Seattle Seahawks came into Monday night with one of the best pass defenses in the NFL. “Give Detroit a lot of credit but it just wasn’t a good enough performance on the defensive side of the ball,” Seahawks coach Mike MacDonald said. “There were a lot of things that we’ve been executing at a high level defensively …

Jared Goff’s perfect night leads the Detroit Lions past the Seattle Seahawks
3 months ago

Jared Goff’s perfect night leads the Detroit Lions past the Seattle Seahawks

The Independent  

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Jared Goff’s historically perfect night powers Lions over Seahawks in MNF shootout: Key takeaways
3 months, 1 week ago

Jared Goff’s historically perfect night powers Lions over Seahawks in MNF shootout: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Michael-Shawn Dugar, Colton Pouncy and Mark Puleo Quarterbacking doesn’t get more efficient than Jared Goff’s showing Monday night. GO DEEPER Goff gets game ball from Dan Campbell day after historic performance Against the Seattle Seahawks, Goff’s perfect night through the air — which totaled nearly 300 yards and two touchdowns — powered the Lions to a 42-29 victory at …

Jared Goff throws 2 TD passes and Lions’ defense slows Kyler Murray in 20-13 win over Cardinals
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jared Goff throws 2 TD passes and Lions’ defense slows Kyler Murray in 20-13 win over Cardinals

Associated Press  

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Jared Goff looked as though he might never throw an incompletion for a while Sunday, picking apart the Arizona Cardinals’ defense for a pair of touchdowns in the first half. Detroit’s defense kept Kyler Murray and Arizona out of the end zone in the second half, giving up just one field goal. But I’m excited about the …

Lions, QB Jared Goff try to bounce back from frustrating loss, continue recent success vs. Cards
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions, QB Jared Goff try to bounce back from frustrating loss, continue recent success vs. Cards

Associated Press  

Detroit at Arizona Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EDT, Fox BetMGM NFL Odds: Lions by 3. After a record-breaking rookie season, LaPorta had a career-low 13 yards receiving and two catches to match a career low last week against Tampa Bay. Cardinals player to watch Rookie WR Marvin Harrison Jr. had his breakout game in last week’s blowout win over the Rams. …

Richardson’s inexperience shows as he throws 3 INTs in Colts’ 16-10 loss to Packers
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Richardson’s inexperience shows as he throws 3 INTs in Colts’ 16-10 loss to Packers

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Anthony Richardson figures to produce numerous electrifying plays and youthful mistakes in his first full season as a starter. “That’s on me.” Richardson went 17 of 34 for 204 yards with one touchdown pass to go along with the three INTs. Indianapolis had the ball on its own 41-yard line for the game’s final play, but …

Mayfield runs for a TD and throws a TD pass, lifting Bucs to 20-16 win over Lions in playoff rematch
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Mayfield runs for a TD and throws a TD pass, lifting Bucs to 20-16 win over Lions in playoff rematch

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Baker Mayfield took one step back, planted his left foot and took off for a zig-zagging, 11-yard touchdown run that gave Tampa Bay the lead for good in a playoff rematch. “I wasn’t expecting to get to the end zone from that far out, but I made a couple guys miss,” Mayfield said after the longest touchdown run …

Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown run in OT lifts Lions to 26-20 win over Rams
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown run in OT lifts Lions to 26-20 win over Rams

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions opened the season by outlasting the Los Angeles Rams with a balanced offense, grinding out yards on the ground and going to the air for some pivotal plays just as they did in their NFC wild-card game. David Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown run in overtime lifted the Lions to a 26-20 win over the Matthew Stafford-led …

Rams succeed at frustrating the Lions but not beating them ... again
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Rams succeed at frustrating the Lions but not beating them ... again

LA Times  

The Lions’ Jared Goff looks to pass as the Rams’ Kobie Turner rushes. If anything, the Lions were vaguely dissatisfied, even though they once again rebuffed the Rams — with all the history of quarterbacks Matthew Stafford and Jared Goff — as they did in the NFC wild-card game here in January. The Lions got to the NFC title game …

Lions prepare for Sunday night rematch with Matthew Stafford and the Rams
4 months ago

Lions prepare for Sunday night rematch with Matthew Stafford and the Rams

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions know they have to put the 2023 season behind them and focus on 2024. Detroit opens the season on Sunday night against the Los Angeles Rams in a rematch of their wild-card game in January — won by the Lions for the franchise’s first playoff victory in 40 years. “The hardest thing is that we’ve …

GM Brad Holmes expects Lions to be Super Bowl champions after breakthrough season
4 months, 1 week ago

GM Brad Holmes expects Lions to be Super Bowl champions after breakthrough season

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Expectations for the Detroit Lions have never been higher. “We’ve kept our approach and our process very consistent in terms of how we build it, the opportunities that we provide players, and that’s what gives us confidence,” Holmes said. “He’s an exciting kid to watch play and I’m expecting big things out of him this year …

The Uniquely Cruel Collapse of the Detroit Lions
55 years ago

The Uniquely Cruel Collapse of the Detroit Lions

Slate  

The Detroit Lions, until now the most likable team left in the NFL playoffs, subjected their fans to one of the worst days of their lives on Sunday. Detroit’s superstar rookie running back Jahmyr Gibbs fumbled on the first goddamn play after that, and the 49ers tied the score four plays later. The 49ers drove for a field goal to …

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