Lions wanted more in playoffs and ended up with less, falling short of last year's run
2 months, 1 week ago

Lions wanted more in playoffs and ended up with less, falling short of last year's run

Hindustan Times  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions came up with a marketing slogan for the playoffs. "We failed in that game.” The Commanders controlled Detroit's finale, with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels having his way with a short-handed defense and rookie cornerback Mike Sainristil intercepting two of Jared Goff’s passes while his teammates combined for three more takeaways. “When things aren’t going your way and you’re in adversity situations, it’s sometimes hard to overcome them.” Building blocks The Lions have four All-Pro players — right tackle Penei Sewell, wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, safety Kerby Joseph and punter Jack Fox — along with a pair of second-team All-Pros — center Frank Ragnow and punt returner Kalif Raymond — signed through at least next season. “I’m prepared to lose both.” Detroit also will have to decide whether to sign some key players such as guard Kevin Zeitler and cornerback Carlton Davis or to let them leave as unrestricted free agents. “You’re just kind of numb to it to a certain extent.” Hungry Lions The season-ending loss, with Washington players and coaches celebrating on Detroit's home turf, will provide a source of motivation during the offseason.

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Lions wanted more in playoffs and ended up with less, falling short of last year’s run
2 months, 1 week ago

Lions wanted more in playoffs and ended up with less, falling short of last year’s run

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions came up with a marketing slogan for the playoffs. “When things aren’t going your way and you’re in adversity situations, it’s sometimes hard to overcome them.” Building blocks The Lions have four All-Pro players — right tackle Penei Sewell, wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, safety Kerby Joseph and punter Jack Fox — along with a …

Lions’ historic season crashes in divisional round: ‘It’ll probably bother me forever, honestly’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions’ historic season crashes in divisional round: ‘It’ll probably bother me forever, honestly’

New York Times  

DETROIT — There were two very different scenes taking place simultaneously just before midnight on Saturday. “It’ll probably bother me forever, honestly,” Lions left tackle Taylor Decker said of his team’s 45-31 loss to the Washington Commanders. We’ve seen Montgomery, who worked his way back from an MCL injury, convert on the ground in short-yardage situations like that throughout the …

What’s next for Lions after dream season ends with one-and-done playoff exit? Key takeaways
2 months, 2 weeks ago

What’s next for Lions after dream season ends with one-and-done playoff exit? Key takeaways

New York Times  

With 24 seconds left in a game already out of reach, Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff threw his third interception. For a Lions team whose offense — arguably the best in the NFL — propelled it to the NFC’s No. The Lions gave up the third-most yards they had all season to the Commanders, who took advantage of nearly all …

Lions, Commanders know each other well, from players to front office, friendships to rivalry potential
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions, Commanders know each other well, from players to front office, friendships to rivalry potential

New York Times  

We’re just two days away from the Detroit Lions’ much-anticipated playoff opener against the Washington Commanders, and the start of what many in Detroit hope will be a lengthy playoff run, ending with a Lombardi Trophy. The Lions, Commanders, and the NFC Championship Game — then and now The 2024 playoffs were a resounding success for the Lions, even if …

Lions winning in ways they haven't in Super Bowl era after franchise finally found the right leaders
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions winning in ways they haven't in Super Bowl era after franchise finally found the right leaders

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Sheila Ford Hamp stepped up to support general manager Brad Holmes and coach Dan Campbell when the Detroit Lions were 4-18-1 under their leadership. In Hamp’s first year as team owner, she gave Holmes his first chance to run an NFL front office and Campbell his first opportunity to be a full-time head coach. AP AUDIO: …

Lions prepare for a new foe in the Commanders instead of a rematch with the Rams or Vikings
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions prepare for a new foe in the Commanders instead of a rematch with the Rams or Vikings

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions kicked back and relaxed during a three-day weekend, enjoying the benefits of having the NFC’s No. “The odds say that’s one less game that you’re playing to get to your ultimate goal,” Detroit coach Dan Campbell said. “That’s the benefit, really.” The top-seeded Lions also hope home field gives them another advantage against …

Lions celebrate regular-season milestones, rest up for the NFC playoffs
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions celebrate regular-season milestones, rest up for the NFC playoffs

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions and their ear-ringing fans celebrated a feat that the franchise pulled off for the first time. “We’re proud to be 15-2, NFC North division champs — back to back, one seed, bye week — all that stuff. 2 is next.” The Lions, who won consecutive division titles for the first time, will host the lowest-seed …

Plagued by injuries, Lions stay dominant to capture NFC’s No. 1 seed: ‘We’ve got a special group’
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Plagued by injuries, Lions stay dominant to capture NFC’s No. 1 seed: ‘We’ve got a special group’

New York Times  

DETROIT — A little past 3 a.m. in Downtown Detroit, hours after the conclusion of a regular season this city won’t soon forget, the message continues to flash on the Ford Field video board, there for all remaining to see. That was unbelievable, man.” 1) Win the NFC North 2) TURN UP pic.twitter.com/CHPqZ1Bhwc — Detroit Lions January 6, 2025 Even …

Lions coach Dan Campbell says it’s not time to freak out after first loss in 3 months
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell says it’s not time to freak out after first loss in 3 months

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions are coming off their first loss in three months. “This is not time to freak out and panic and start acting like things are worse than they are,” coach Dan Campbell said Monday. The Lions’ long list of injured players now includes running back David Montgomery, defensive tackle Alim McNeill, cornerback Carlton Davis …

Detroit Lions lose Montgomery, McNeill, Dorsey for the season as injuries sap Super Bowl hopes
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Lions got a reality check against Bills. How they respond will determine how far they can go
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions got a reality check against Bills. How they respond will determine how far they can go

New York Times  

DETROIT — Most teams, even contenders, could use a reality check at some point during a season. “It’s a tough pill to swallow, but at least we know now where we stack up against one of the AFC’s best teams,” head coach Dan Campbell said Sunday. It pitted two of the league’s best — the 12-1 Lions vs. the 10-3 …

Lions and Bills meet in matchup of odds-on Super Bowl favorite and a top contender
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions and Bills meet in matchup of odds-on Super Bowl favorite and a top contender

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The NFC-leading Detroit Lions are playing the AFC East-leading Buffalo Bills in a marquee, late-season matchup that might be a Super Bowl preview. “There’s no place you’d rather be than playing this type of football, this type of team, in December,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said. “You saw a team that’s fighting for their lives to try to …

Campbell, Lions no longer satisfied with just making the playoffs
3 months, 3 weeks 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. …

Lions may be able to lean on a Jared Goff-led offense that got its groove back going into bye week
5 months, 4 weeks 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, …

Lions lose two key defensive players just as they face tough stretch of games
6 months, 1 week ago

Lions lose two key defensive players just as they face tough stretch of games

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions are 2-1 thanks to a defense that has made up for a shaky start from what was expected to be a high-scoring offense. Coach Dan Campbell announced that defensive end Marcus Davenport will miss the rest of the season with an elbow injury and linebacker Derrick Barnes will miss a “significant amount of time” with …

Lions have had lots of recent success vs. Cards, but this version of Arizona looks much better
6 months, 1 week ago

Lions have had lots of recent success vs. Cards, but this version of Arizona looks much better

Associated Press  

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions need a bounce-back win after last week’s disappointing loss to the Tampa Bay Bucs. “They’re physical up front and they play good, they play well together, they play hard,” Campbell said. “So, this is going to be an outstanding test for us and they’re playing good football right now.” The lopsided …

Rams succeed at frustrating the Lions but not beating them ... again
6 months, 3 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 …

Detroit Lions 2024 schedule: Take care of business, and Week 17 at 49ers could be epic
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Detroit Lions 2024 schedule: Take care of business, and Week 17 at 49ers could be epic

New York Times  

Who were the biggest winners and losers of the NFL schedule release? L.A.’s defense held Detroit’s run game to just 79 yards on 25 rushes — the Lions’ third-lowest rushing total last season. The majority of this group helped the 49ers defeat the Lions in the NFC Championship Game, dropping 34 points on Detroit’s defense. Best defense the Lions will …

Lions lament the one that got away after blowing big lead with a chance to reach first Super Bowl
1 year, 2 months ago

Lions lament the one that got away after blowing big lead with a chance to reach first Super Bowl

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions had their best season in generations. “We know we accomplished a lot this year, but our ultimate goal was the Super Bowl and we were within reaching distance and there’s nothing worse than almost making it,” Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone said Sunday night. “That feeling that we all had walking off of that …

The Uniquely Cruel Collapse of the Detroit Lions
55 years, 3 months 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 …

Analysis: Hard to blame Dan Campbell for staying true to his aggressive self
1 year, 2 months ago

Analysis: Hard to blame Dan Campbell for staying true to his aggressive self

Associated Press  

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. On a Sunday filled with superlative performances by Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce in the AFC championship game and a stellar comeback by Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers against the Lions in the NFC title game, Campbell’s fourth-down decisions stole the spotlight. Detroit Lions fans …

Failed 4th downs contribute to blown lead for Lions in NFC title game loss to 49ers
1 year, 2 months ago

Failed 4th downs contribute to blown lead for Lions in NFC title game loss to 49ers

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The aggressiveness that characterized the turnaround for the Detroit Lions under coach Dan Campbell backfired at the worst possible time. Detroit failed on two fourth-down tries in field-goal range in the second half, contributing to a blown 17-point halftime lead and a 34-31 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game Sunday. “It …

Lions came far this season, but loss to 49ers defers Super Bowl dream yet again
1 year, 2 months ago

Lions came far this season, but loss to 49ers defers Super Bowl dream yet again

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The dichotomy between winner and loser, there on the field as the events of the night concluded, was a sight to behold. “When you lose that way, it’s hard,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said, face red at the lectern, answering questions after his team’s 34-31 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship Game. …

Dan Campbell on failed fourth-down conversions in Lions loss: ‘I don’t regret those decisions’
1 year, 2 months ago

Dan Campbell on failed fourth-down conversions in Lions loss: ‘I don’t regret those decisions’

New York Times  

The Detroit Lions rode the trademarked bravado of Dan Campbell’s decision-making to 14 total wins this season, winning the franchise’s first playoff game in three-plus decades and coming two quarters away from clinching a Super Bowl berth in Sunday’s NFC Championship Game. But the final two quarters of their season fell apart at the seams, with the biggest nail in …

NFL playoff predictions: 8 coaches, executives predict conference championship winners
1 year, 2 months ago

NFL playoff predictions: 8 coaches, executives predict conference championship winners

New York Times  

Update: The Chiefs beat the Ravens 17-10 to earn a trip to the Super Bowl. GO DEEPER NFL Championship game expert picks for Lions vs. 49ers and Chiefs vs. Ravens The Kansas City Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes and the Baltimore Ravens’ Lamar Jackson are two of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. “KC will be stuck playing catchup.” GO DEEPER Mike …

Lions hoping to make more history, seeking first road playoff win since 1957
1 year, 2 months ago

Lions hoping to make more history, seeking first road playoff win since 1957

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions have taken strides toward leaving their woeful history behind, pulling within a win of their first Super Bowl appearance. Detroit plays at San Francisco on Sunday in the NFC championship game, aiming for the franchise’s first road playoff win since 1957, when it beat the 49ers and went on to win the NFL …

Baumgardner: Dan Campbell, Lions fulfill promise to village that never lost hope
1 year, 2 months ago

Baumgardner: Dan Campbell, Lions fulfill promise to village that never lost hope

New York Times  

DETROIT — “I will not live long enough to see it.” You know someone who said it. Every person reading this with a tie to Michigan has someone in their life who swore they’d never live long enough to see the Detroit Lions actually contend for an NFL championship. “Things aren’t always easy here,” Lions coach Dan Campbell says. “The …

Lions are winning playoff games and changing perceptions of what they can accomplish
1 year, 2 months ago

Lions are winning playoff games and changing perceptions of what they can accomplish

New York Times  

DETROIT — There’s an oft-shared experience among those who’ve played for the Detroit Lions. You guys aren’t gonna do anything.’ Everyone on this team, I’m sure someone’s told them that,” wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown said Sunday evening. “We know what the perception is of being on the Detroit Lions,” St. Brown said Sunday, three years after this thing began, …

Lions finally have their elusive playoff victory. Now, just how far can they go?
1 year, 2 months ago

Lions finally have their elusive playoff victory. Now, just how far can they go?

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Buccaneers vs Lions in the NFC divisional round matchup DETROIT — It’s Jan. 18, and the Detroit Lions are still playing football. That he’s speaking like this suggests he feels the Lions have the right makeup to contend for it all — even if players won’t allow themselves to fully go there just yet. …

Lions coach Dan Campbell says he has a ton of receipts. He isn’t ready to show them after big win
1 year, 2 months ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell says he has a ton of receipts. He isn’t ready to show them after big win

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Dan Campbell has receipts. “There will be a time and place for that,” the Detroit Lions coach said Monday, a day after leading his team to a win over the Los Angeles Rams to give the franchise its first playoff win in 32 years. 2 seed, will host two playoff games in one postseason for the …

Lions’ first playoff win in 32 years was pure grit, followed by tears of joy
1 year, 2 months ago

Lions’ first playoff win in 32 years was pure grit, followed by tears of joy

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Buccaneers vs Lions in the NFC divisional round matchup DETROIT — When the challenge of a lifetime presents itself, you never know how you’ll respond in the moment. That’s what this week was for the Detroit Lions, hosting their first playoff game in 30 years, in search of their first playoff win in 32 …

As Lions eye playoff success, former team greats cheer them on: ‘Seize the moment’
1 year, 2 months ago

As Lions eye playoff success, former team greats cheer them on: ‘Seize the moment’

New York Times  

DETROIT — The banner hangs quietly from the rafters, inconspicuously tucked away in the corner, out of sight and out of mind. “It’s a special group,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said of his team, which went 12-5 in the regular season and won the NFC North. “It’s just a matter of executing well, keeping key guys on the team healthy …

How resilient are the Lions? After loss to Cowboys, we’re about to find out
1 year, 3 months ago

How resilient are the Lions? After loss to Cowboys, we’re about to find out

New York Times  

In the days before the season opener, his team positioned to finally break through with the playoffs in mind, Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell addressed his players, staff and others in the team meeting room. Instead, Allen said that Dan Skipper, regularly used in Detroit’s “Jumbo” package as a sixth lineman, reported as eligible. So, the issue is number 70 …

After wrapping up division, Lions aim for bigger goals going into the playoffs
1 year, 3 months ago

After wrapping up division, Lions aim for bigger goals going into the playoffs

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions haven’t been in this situation for decades. It’s going to be loud, but we’re looking forward to it.” To get the top seed, though, the Lions need a little help. That means Detroit’s best chance at a first-round bye is in the hands of an old friend, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford. WHAT’S WORKING …

Lions pummel Broncos en route to 10th victory; can clinch postseason berth with Seahawks loss Monday
1 year, 3 months ago

Lions pummel Broncos en route to 10th victory; can clinch postseason berth with Seahawks loss Monday

New York Times  

Rookie tight end Sam LaPorta caught three touchdown passes as the Detroit Lions walloped the Denver Broncos 42-17 to claim their 10th victory of the season, positioning themselves on the cusp of clinching a playoff berth. Lions quarterback Jared Goff threw three touchdown passes — and completed 19 of 26 passes for 215 yards — in the first half alone …

Lions survive another defensive breakdown to move to 9-3
1 year, 3 months ago

Lions survive another defensive breakdown to move to 9-3

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions turned an early rout into a nail-biter on Sunday, and not in the way Dan Campbell wanted. “There’s nothing easy about these wins, but we found a way.” WHAT’S WORKING Tight end Sam LaPorta had nine catches for 140 yards and a touchdown against the Saints. He only threw for 213 yards, but he didn’t …

How do Lions get back on track? Dan Campbell’s confident he has the answer
1 year, 4 months ago

How do Lions get back on track? Dan Campbell’s confident he has the answer

New York Times  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Dan Campbell hears the noise, the newfound questions, the lingering doubt and the teetering perception of his team from outsiders. “We’ve had some success up to this point,” quarterback Jared Goff said Thursday, after the Lions lost 29-22 to the Green Bay Packers. But, yeah, it’s a long road ahead and we’d like to still be …

What to make of the Lions after their Thanksgiving reality check vs. Packers?
1 year, 4 months ago

What to make of the Lions after their Thanksgiving reality check vs. Packers?

New York Times  

Follow our Kansas City Chiefs vs Green Bay Packers live coverage. GO DEEPER How Rashan Gary, Jordan Love ignited Packers' 'total team win' over Lions It begs the question: What should we make of the Lions when they’re playing like this? And, to be clear, they’re an improved unit overall — ranked ninth in total defense entering Thursday after ranking …

Lions have little time to celebrate comeback win over the Bears with Packers up next on Thanksgiving
1 year, 4 months ago

Lions have little time to celebrate comeback win over the Bears with Packers up next on Thanksgiving

Associated Press  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The NFC North-leading Detroit Lions are 8-2 for the first time since 1962 and yet they can’t celebrate because they’re hosting the rival Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving. Coach Dan Campbell said they played some of their best football of the season in the last four minutes of the 31-26 comeback win over the Chicago Bears. …

Lions show vs. Bears to never count them out: ‘If you think it’s over, it’s not’
1 year, 4 months ago

Lions show vs. Bears to never count them out: ‘If you think it’s over, it’s not’

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Lions vs Packers in the first NFL Thanksgiving game. “We’re gonna fight it till it says 0:00,” defensive tackle Alim McNeill said in the locker room, after the Lions’ 31-26 comeback win over the Chicago Bears improved their record to 8-2. If you think it’s over, it’s not.” GO DEEPER NFL Week 11 takeaways: …

Lions coach Dan Campbell focuses on strong offensive play instead of struggling defense
1 year, 4 months ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell focuses on strong offensive play instead of struggling defense

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Coach Dan Campbell knows his defense has to start making plays if the Detroit Lions are going to be a threat to win their first playoff game since the 1990s. “Coming off the bye, you want to know you haven’t lost your mojo or if it is going to take a little bit to get it back,” Campbell …

Dan Campbell thinks his 6-2 Detroit Lions still have another gear
1 year, 4 months ago

Dan Campbell thinks his 6-2 Detroit Lions still have another gear

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell knows his Detroit Lions have already taken a big step forward. “We have left so much out there and we’ve still played well enough to get six wins, but we need to take it up another notch.” After spending the bye week studying the team, Campbell and his staff think they’ve found three significant areas of …

Lions make no apologies for quiet trade deadline, committed to building roster their own way
1 year, 5 months ago

Lions make no apologies for quiet trade deadline, committed to building roster their own way

New York Times  

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell, the two men tasked with turning around this Detroit Lions franchise, have a habit of telling you exactly how they feel amid a sport mired in paranoia. So perhaps it shouldn’t have been much of a surprise to see the Lions betting on themselves, holding onto assets and largely standing pat …

Lions couldn’t be happier to hit the bye week after 6-2 start
1 year, 5 months ago

Lions couldn’t be happier to hit the bye week after 6-2 start

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Coach Dan Campbell couldn’t have picked a better week for his Detroit Lions to get a bye. Coming off Monday’s 26-14 win over the Las Vegas Raiders, the 6-2 Lions have a full week to rest before getting ready to play the Los Angeles Chargers on Nov. 12. We’ll have some reinforcements back by the time we play …

NFC North-leading Lions brought back to reality in 38-6 loss to Ravens
1 year, 5 months ago

NFC North-leading Lions brought back to reality in 38-6 loss to Ravens

Associated Press  

BALTIMORE — Having already beaten the powerful Kansas City Chiefs while getting off to their best start in 12 years, the Detroit Lions came to Baltimore with a 5-1 record, a solid grip on first place in the NFC North and with high expectations of knocking off another AFC contender. “I’ll be the first to say, when you go three-and-out …

Lions’ blowout loss to Ravens was unexpected. Now let’s see how Detroit responds
1 year, 5 months ago

Lions’ blowout loss to Ravens was unexpected. Now let’s see how Detroit responds

New York Times  

BALTIMORE — There are off days, there are bad days and then there’s whatever that was from the Detroit Lions. “They kicked our ass,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said after his team’s 38-6 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. They really got after us today, and we’ve got to respond right away.” GO DEEPER NFL Week 7 takeaways: Ravens look like …

Lions’ win over Packers shows again they know how to thrive and survive
1 year, 6 months ago

Lions’ win over Packers shows again they know how to thrive and survive

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Monday Night Football featuring the Packers vs. “Send us anywhere,” Lions quarterback Jared Goff said, matter of factly after the Lions emerged with a 34-20 win over the Packers to stand alone atop the NFC North. Best records since Week 9 last season W-L *49ers: 12-0 *Chiefs: 11-2 *Bengals: 9-2 DETROIT LIONS: 11-3 *Eagles: …

Lions scramble to prepare to play Packers for division lead on short week
1 year, 6 months ago

Lions scramble to prepare to play Packers for division lead on short week

Associated Press  

DETROIT — Dan Campbell isn’t the type of coach to hype up one game on his team’s schedule. “It doesn’t get any better than this when it comes to atmosphere.” WHAT’S WORKING The Lions held Atlanta to 183 yards of offense on Sunday, the lowest total of Campbell’s three seasons as coach and only the second time his team has …

Coach Dan Campbell’s Lions are 1-0 with no asterisk required, and they look like a playoff contender
1 year, 6 months ago

Coach Dan Campbell’s Lions are 1-0 with no asterisk required, and they look like a playoff contender

Associated Press  

The Detroit Lions can bask in the afterglow of one of their biggest wins in years before getting back to work. “It’s crucial,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said Friday. “Not the same old Lions, the 1-0 Lions,” NBC’s Mike Tirico said during the broadcast. Tirico went on to mention Kansas City’s win over the defending champion New England Patriots several …

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