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Dan Campbell’s second-half premonition propels Detroit Lions to historic comeback victory
Read full article: Dan Campbell’s second-half premonition propels Detroit Lions to historic comeback victoryAlthough we‘re way past Halloween, in a spooky turn of events, Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell’s premonition somehow came to fruition during their Sunday Night Football matchup vs. the Houston Texans.
Aidan Hutchinson gives update on injury right after Detroit Lions win over Vikings
Read full article: Aidan Hutchinson gives update on injury right after Detroit Lions win over VikingsDetroit Lions star Aidan Hutchinson gave an update on his injury right after the team’s big win over the Minnesota Vikings.
Morning 4: Everything we know so far in Warren crash that killed 2 friends, injured 2 officers -- and other news
Read full article: Morning 4: Everything we know so far in Warren crash that killed 2 friends, injured 2 officers -- and other newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
Detroit Lions break 6-game skid vs. Seahawks in high-scoring Monday Night Football track meet
Read full article: Detroit Lions break 6-game skid vs. Seahawks in high-scoring Monday Night Football track meetThe Detroit Lions snapped a six-game losing streak against the Seattle Seahawks with a 42-29 victory to cap off another shootout, which has become common between the two teams whenever they match up.
Lions coach Dan Campbell says leg injury to Jahmyr Gibbs is going to be 'fine'
Read full article: Lions coach Dan Campbell says leg injury to Jahmyr Gibbs is going to be 'fine'Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs, dressed in shorts, watched training camp from the sideline on Wednesday after he left practice earlier in the week with a leg injury.
‘Same Old Lions’ return at inopportune time as Detroit fumbles 17-point lead in NFC Championship
Read full article: ‘Same Old Lions’ return at inopportune time as Detroit fumbles 17-point lead in NFC ChampionshipThe old saying goes, “What makes you laugh will make you cry,” and the city of Detroit, alongside the state of Michigan, will be crying woefully throughout the offseason as fans thought the team shook off the “Same Old Lions” mantra, but it reared its ugly head at the most inopportune time.
The Buc stops in Detroit as an unlikely hero helps Lions advance to first NFC Championship in 32 years
Read full article: The Buc stops in Detroit as an unlikely hero helps Lions advance to first NFC Championship in 32 yearsThe Buc stops in Detroit as an unlikely hero helped the Lions advance to their first NFC Championship game in 32 years.
Nonchalant decision-making by Detroit Lions is proving to be costly after second-half shutout by Bears
Read full article: Nonchalant decision-making by Detroit Lions is proving to be costly after second-half shutout by BearsThe nonchalant decision-making by the Detroit Lions from the front office to the players is proving to be costly as they fell to the Chicago Bears while getting shut in the second half to a team in last place in the NFC North.
‘Playmakers making plays’: Phenomenal defense by Detroit Lions seals road victory over Buccaneers
Read full article: ‘Playmakers making plays’: Phenomenal defense by Detroit Lions seals road victory over BuccaneersPhenomenal defense played by the Detroit Lions sealed their 20-6 road victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to improve to 5-1 on the season.
Injury-depleted Detroit Lions use grit to boat race Panthers, extend win streak to 3
Read full article: Injury-depleted Detroit Lions use grit to boat race Panthers, extend win streak to 3The injury-depleted Detroit Lions hobbled into week five without some of their best players. However, their grit and next-man-up mentality still allowed them to boat race the winless Carolina Panthers 42-24, extending their winning streak to three.
Why didn’t Detroit Lions go for the win? Where’s the holding penalty? Answering 15 fan questions
Read full article: Why didn’t Detroit Lions go for the win? Where’s the holding penalty? Answering 15 fan questionsWhether it’s Dan Campbell’s decision making, the defensive play calling, officiating, or all the Patrick Mahomes commercials, Detroit Lions fans have plenty of frustrations after the loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
Lions rookies Gibbs, Campbell part of team’s plan to meet higher expectations
Read full article: Lions rookies Gibbs, Campbell part of team’s plan to meet higher expectationsThe Detroit Lions have generated enough excitement that the NFL chose them to kick off the season against the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs.
Detroit Lions stun Packers behind late-game stand, force 3 picks to snap 5-game losing streak
Read full article: Detroit Lions stun Packers behind late-game stand, force 3 picks to snap 5-game losing streakThe Detroit Lions and their last-ranked defense in terms of points and yards allowed in the NFL picked off future hall-of-fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers three times to defeat the Green Bay Packers 15-9 at Ford Field.
Final episode of Hard Knocks brings hope as Detroit Lions’ season nears
Read full article: Final episode of Hard Knocks brings hope as Detroit Lions’ season nearsAfter five weeks of episodic footage about the Detroit Lions, HBO’s Hard Knocks made its final cuts, and as the old saying goes, all good things must come to an end, well, except for players like Chase Lucas.
Final episode of Hard Knocks brings hope as Detroit Lions’ season nears
Read full article: Final episode of Hard Knocks brings hope as Detroit Lions’ season nearsAfter five weeks of episodic footage about the Detroit Lions, HBO’s Hard Knocks made its final cuts, and as the old saying goes, all good things must come to an end, well, except for players like Chase Lucas.
Lions rookie linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez eyeing starting spot
Read full article: Lions rookie linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez eyeing starting spotDetroit Lions rookie linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez has become a surprising star on HBO’s “Hard Knocks” — and the sixth-round selection from Oklahoma State has a shot to start in Week 1.
Detroit Lions: HBO’s Hard Knocks premiered Tuesday night -- what are your thoughts?
Read full article: Detroit Lions: HBO’s Hard Knocks premiered Tuesday night -- what are your thoughts?Episode one of HBO’s Hard Knocks featuring the Detroit Lions aired Tuesday night, and it taught us a lot about our football team and the direction it’s going in.
What to expect ahead of HBO’s Hard Knocks featuring Detroit Lions
Read full article: What to expect ahead of HBO’s Hard Knocks featuring Detroit LionsThe city of Detroit is buzzing about the upcoming Detroit Lions footage on Hard Knocks, as more than 18,000 fans filled Ford Field for Family Fest last Saturday.
Campbell-led Lions host 49ers, aiming to prove people wrong
Read full article: Campbell-led Lions host 49ers, aiming to prove people wrongDan Campbell is taking over a team that isn’t supposed to win much this year and is leading a franchise as synonymous with losing as any in the NFL over the last several decades.
Detroit Lions announce 2021 coaching staff: Here’s the full list
Read full article: Detroit Lions announce 2021 coaching staff: Here’s the full listIn this image provided by the Detroit Lions, Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell speaks during a news conference via video on his first day at the NFL football team's practice facility, Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021 in Allen Park, Mich. (Detroit Lions via AP). DETROIT – The Detroit Lions 2021 coaching staff has a completely new look after the team cleaned house after another losing season last year. Many on the list have already been announced, including head coach Dan Campbell, coordinators Anthony Lynn and Aaron Glenn, and position coaches Duce Staley (also assistant head coach), Dave Fipp and Mark Brunell. The Lions have hired several former players as coaches, in line with Campbell’s push to bring in personnel that can connect and engage with players. Related: NFL Draft 2021: Predictions for Lions after Stafford tradeSign up for the Laced Up Lions Newsletter!
More interviews didn’t equal more minority hirings in NFL
Read full article: More interviews didn’t equal more minority hirings in NFL(AP Photo)The NFL expanded the Rooney Rule to give more minority candidates opportunities to become a head coach and reward teams who develop them. The Houston Texans hired David Culley this week, making the 65-year-old longtime assistant the league’s third Black head coach hired. Culley and Saleh join Pittsburgh’s Mike Tomlin, Miami’s Brian Flores and Washington’s Ron Rivera as the league’s only minority head coaches. “We didn’t make as much progress on the head coaching side as we would have liked,” Rooney said. AdPerhaps an increase in minority executives will lead to more minority head coaches.
Stafford decision and 4 new hires -- Breaking down all 5 major moves by Detroit Lions this weekend
Read full article: Stafford decision and 4 new hires -- Breaking down all 5 major moves by Detroit Lions this weekendDETROIT – From new coordinators to front office hires to Matthew Stafford trade rumors that shook the whole league, the Detroit Lions had one of the busiest weekends in franchise history. Matthew StaffordThe most significant news of the weekend broke Saturday evening, when multiple experts revealed the Lions and Stafford are expected to part ways this offseason. The decision appears to be mutual as the Lions move forward under a new regime and Stafford enters his mid-30s. Stafford has started 165 games for the Lions since he was drafted with the No. Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford watches from the sidelines during warmups before an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago.
Lions hire Aaron Glenn as defensive coordinator
Read full article: Lions hire Aaron Glenn as defensive coordinatorPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 13: New Orleans Saints secondary coach Aaron Glenn calls to players against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on December 13, 2020 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)ALLEN PARK, Mich. – The Detroit Lions hired Aaron Glenn to be their defensive coordinator. Glenn joins new coach Dan Campbell's staff after spending the past five seasons as the secondary coach for the New Orleans Saints. Before his tenure in New Orleans, Glenn was an assistant defensive backs coach for the Cleveland Browns. Glenn was a three-time Pro Bowler as a player and played in 205 games in 15 years for the Jets, Texans, Cowboys, Jaguars and Saints.
Jets hire 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh as coach
Read full article: Jets hire 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh as coachFILE - San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh is shown during an NFL football game against Arizona Cardinals, in Santa Clara, Calif., in this Sept. 13, 2020, file photo. The search for a new coach continues for the New York Jets after they completed an in-person interview with San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, without apparently reaching a deal. The Jets reached an agreement in principle with the popular and energetic San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Thursday night to hire him as their head coach. The 20th coach in franchise history, Saleh beat out Smith, Kansas City offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, Carolina offensive coordinator Joe Brady, Buffalo offensive coordinator Brian Daboll, Indianapolis defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus, New Orleans defensive backs coach Aaron Glenn, former Cincinnati coach Marvin Lewis, and Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Brandon Staley. He’s also the fifth former defensive coordinator to get the job among New York’s last six hires, with Gase the only exception.