After 42 seasons, Bob Costas is retiring from baseball play-by-play.

The Detroit Lions issued a statement on a recent traffic stop involving wide receiver Jameson Williams.

Kirk Cousins threw for 276 yards and four touchdowns to help the Atlanta Falcons take sole possession of first place of the NFC South with a 31-26 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Lamar Jackson threw for 281 yards and five touchdowns, helping the Baltimore Ravens overcome an early double-digit deficit and extend their winning streak to five games with a 41-31 victory Monday night over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Detroit Lions star Aidan Hutchinson gave an update on his injury right after the team’s big win over the Minnesota Vikings.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are planning to relocate to the New Orleans area to prepare for Sunday’s game against the Saints with Hurricane Milton expected to make landfall along Florida’s west coast this week.

Kirk Cousins threw for a career-high 509 yards and four touchdowns, the last of them a 45-yard scoring pass to KhaDarel Hodge in overtime that gave the Atlanta Falcons an improbable 36-30 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Lions coach Dan Campbell is selling his suburban Detroit home to get more privacy.

Lions coach Dan Campbell is selling his suburban Detroit home to get more privacy.

The Detroit Lions are hosting a watch party inside Ford Field for their matchup against the Dallas Cowboys.

Dan Campbell is trying to take all the blame for the Detroit Lions’ loss to the Buccaneers, but he only deserves some of it.

Numerous miscues by the Detroit Lions caused them to squander the near-record-breaking day of defensive lineman Aidan Hutchinson in a 20-16 home loss during their rematch of the 2023 divisional round against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Dan Campbell was blunt about what happened when the Detroit Lions botched their final possession of the first half against the Buccaneers.

I really believe the Detroit Lions can do it this time.

It took Baker Mayfield one series to show the Tampa Bay Buccaneers everything they wanted to see from him in a preseason-closing 24-14 victory over the Miami Dolphins.

Three crucial players to the Detroit Lions’ Super Bowl dreams left practice Monday with injuries.

According to ESPN, three Detroit Lions young star players have left practice with injuries.

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell likes the options he has in the secondary, shifting Brian Branch to safety and bolstering the group with rookie cornerbacks Terrion Arnold and Ennis Rakestraw, along with veteran Carlton Davis.

Detroit Lions kicker Michael Badgley will miss the season with a significant injury, leaving United Football League sensation Jake Bates as the front-runner for the job.

Monte Kiffin, the longtime NFL and college assistant coach whose Tampa Bay defenses routinely ranked among the league’s best, died Thursday.

We’ve still got some time before the Detroit Lions put on a show for the city, but I could not be more excited.

The Detroit Lions have lost one day of organized offseason workouts after breaking rules relating to on-field contact during a practice last month.

An analyst chose between Jared Goff and other “elite” quarterbacks during a segment, and he only picked against the Detroit Lions QB in three of the nine instances.

The Chicago Bears picked USC quarterback Caleb Williams to open the 2024 NFL draft, the first of six QBs in the top 12 picks.

The Detroit Lions have invested in their future, keeping a pair of All-Pro players under contract for the next five seasons.

The Philadelphia Eagles agreed to terms with wide receiver DeVonta Smith on a three-year contract extension through the 2028 season.

The Detroit Lions retained tight end Brock Wright, preventing the San Francisco 49ers from signing the restricted free agent.

According to the latest update from ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter, the Detroit Lions have strategically bolstered their defense by acquiring talented cornerback Carlton Davis from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in exchange for a 2024 third-round pick.

A person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press that quarterback Baker Mayfield is staying with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after agreeing to a three-year contract worth up to $115 million.

A person familiar with the deal says Tampa Bay receiver Mike Evans has agreed to a two-year, $52 million contract to remain with the Buccaneers instead of testing his worth in free agency.

The Chicago Bears have hired Jennifer King as the first female assistant coach in franchise history.

A person familiar with the decision says the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have agreed to hire Kentucky assistant coach Liam Coen to be their offensive coordinator.

Tampa Bay’s Baker Mayfield beat Houston’s C.

It’s been quite the season for the Detroit Lions.

Fans at sporting events across the state of Michigan have been breaking out into chants of “Jared Goff.

The New York Post called the Detroit Lions "The Real America's Team" after their win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Why do you think so many people across the country are now rooting for the Lions?

Lamar Jackson, Christian McCaffrey and Dak Prescott are finalists for The Associated Press 2023 NFL Most Valuable Player and Offensive Player of the Year awards.

An ESPN broadcaster had major praise for Detroit Lions fans who were at Ford Field last weekend for the playoff game against the Buccaneers.

Most Detroiters are trying to figure out if they’re in Dream Land or reality.

Detroit and football fans are winning too

The Detroit Lions are one win away from a Super Bowl appearance after a thrilling victory over the Buccaneers.

The Detroit Lions announced seven inactive players ahead of their second-round playoff game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

If you are heading downtown this weekend for the Detroit Lions playoff game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, there are four top things you should know before heading into Ford Field.

The Detroit Lions listed three key players on the final injury report before their first-round playoff game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

This has been the best Detroit Lions season in decades, and now they’re only one win away from the NFC Championship Game.

Events for weekend of January 19-21.

Baker Mayfield threw for 337 yards and three touchdowns to lead the resurgent Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a 32-9 wild-card playoff victory over Jalen Hurts and the defending NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles.

The Detroit Lions will host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers next weekend in the second round of the playoffs.

Matthew Stafford vs.

Chase McLaughlin kicked three field goals, the Tampa Bay defense pitched a shutout and the Buccaneers won their third straight NFC South title with a 9-0 victory on Sunday over the Carolina Panthers.

Saints running back Alvin Kamara has been ruled out for New Orleans’ regular-season finale against the Atlanta Falcons.

Baker Mayfield’s sore ribs won’t stop the Tampa Bay quarterback from trying to help the Buccaneers clinch a division title and playoff berth in Sunday’s regular-season finale at Carolina.

Baker Mayfield has sore ribs and did not practice Wednesday, but the Tampa Bay quarterback says he’ll do everything he can to be ready to try to help the Buccaneers clinch a division title and playoff berth against the Carolina Panthers.

The Detroit Lions listed four players on the injury report ahead of their game at the Dallas Cowboys.

First-time candidates Julius Peppers and Antonio Gates joined nine returning finalists who advanced to the final stage of voting for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s class of 2024.

When it comes to getting big games from playmakers, the New England Patriots and Green Bay Packers have been lacking at a historic level.

The Detroit Lions listed five players on the injury report ahead of their game against the Denver Broncos.

Baker Mayfield threw an 11-yard touchdown pass to Cade Otton with 31 seconds remaining, capping a wild fourth quarter that pushed the Tampa Bay Buccaneers into a tie for first place with a 29-25 victory over the Atlanta Falcons.

Running back Jonathan Taylor will have thumb surgery on Wednesday and hopes to return to the Indianapolis Colts in about three weeks, a person with knowledge of the injury has told The Associated Press.

Three-time All-Pros Julius Peppers and Antonio Gates were chosen as semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s class of 2024 in their first year of eligibility.

Rookie C.

Josh Allen threw two touchdown passes and ran for another, and the Buffalo Bills hung on to beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 24-18 on Thursday night.

The Buffalo Bills haven’t looked like Super Bowl contenders in a month.

Amon-Ra St. Brown was asked after the win over the Buccaneers if he thinks the Detroit Lions are one of the best teams in the NFL. He had the perfect answer.

Jared Goff earned the NFC Offensive Player of the Week award for his performance in the Detroit Lions’ win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Jared Goff took some time after the game to break down his touchdown pass to Jameson Williams, which sealed the Detroit Lions’ win over the Buccaneers.

The Detroit Lions lost starting running back David Montgomery during their win in Tampa Bay, and we’ve gotten updates on his status each of the past two days.

Dan Campbell talked about the support his team feels on the road as Detroit Lions fans continue to take over opposing stadiums.

Morning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.

Jameson Williams made the best catch of his young career against the Buccaneers on Sunday, and the Detroit Lions posted a video of his reaction to the replay.

The Detroit Lions are now tied for the best record in the NFL after beating the first-place Buccaneers while both the 49ers and Eagles lost.

Phenomenal 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.

Another road game, another chance for Detroit Lions fans to take over an opponent’s stadium.

The Detroit Lions are earning respect as a “legit Super Bowl contender” after their latest win over a first-place team on the road.

The Detroit Lions’ defense suffocated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in their latest impressive road victory -- this one between two first-place teams.

Jameson Williams made an incredible touchdown catch at a critical moment Sunday to extend the Detroit Lions’ lead over Tampa Bay.

Craig Reynolds delivered one of the best blocks you’ll ever see to get the Detroit Lions on the board with their first touchdown against the Buccaneers.

The Detroit Lions announced six inactive players ahead of their game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The Detroit Lions are heading to Tampa Bay for one of the biggest remaining games on their schedule against the first-place Buccaneers.

Detroit Lions star safety Brian Branch missed the game against the Panthers this weekend, and he could be in danger of missing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers game, too.

The most unstoppable play in the NFL was on full display under the bright lights Monday night.

Jalen Hurts threw for one touchdown and ran for another to help the Philadelphia Eagles remain unbeaten with a 25-11 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Baker Mayfield passed for 317 yards and a touchdown, adding to his strong debut with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a 27-17 victory over the struggling Chicago Bears.

Former NFL receiver Mike Williams, who was injured in a construction accident two weeks ago and later put on a ventilator, has died at the age of 36.

Baker Mayfield recovered from a rough start to throw two touchdown passes without a turnover in his Tampa Bay debut, and the Buccaneers beat Minnesota 20-17 after three first-half turnovers by the Vikings.

The Los Angeles Rams have placed receiver Cooper Kupp on injured reserve.

The biggest storyline in the first NFL season this century without Tom Brady centers on Aaron Rodgers’ quest to turn the New York Jets into a championship contender.

Baker Mayfield might have moved closer to claiming Tampa Bay’s starting quarterback job without even taking a snap in the Buccaneers’ 13-6 preseason victory over the New York Jets.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers third-string quarterback John Wolford was taken to a hospital because of a neck injury after being carted from the field after being sacked in a preseason game against the New York Jets on Saturday night.

Aaron Rodgers has been the primary attraction at New York Jets camp this summer.

The Detroit Lions’ search for help at wide receiver continues.

NFL great Tom Brady has become a minority owner of English second-tier soccer team Birmingham and wants to bring a winning mentality to an underperforming club.

Late last night, Tom Brady became a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders. Is there anything this guy can't do?

The former chief lobbyist for the San Francisco 49ers has testified that a Silicon Valley city councilman illegally leaked a confidential report criticizing the team’s political influence.

Police say the 2-year-old daughter of Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Shaquil Barrett drowned in a swimming pool at the family’s home.

Cam Newton is looking for another shot.

Everyone woke up this morning to the news that Tom Brady has finally decided to retire.  Now everyone is trying to figure out -- why now? Why not stick to your word from exactly one year ago when you first retired, only to unretire 40 days later?

Byron Leftwich is out as offensive coordinator of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who are shaking up their coaching staff after finishing with the only losing record Tom Brady has had in more than two decades as a NFL starter.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers say wide receiver Russell Gage has movement in his extremities after suffering a neck injury and concussion in the team's wild-card playoff game against Dallas.

Dallas Cowboys kicker Brett Maher missed four straight extra points in his team's NFC wild-card game against Tampa Bay, becoming the first player in NFL history to miss that many in a game.