Articles:
Leshoure will not be out of sight and mind during two game suspension: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHara-Leshoure-will-not-be-out-of-sight-and-mind-during-two-week-suspension/df50bca1-8f20-4bd3-b08a-6c085f9d05b1
Notebook - Decimated secondary, Broyles catching stride and a close punting battle: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre4/article-1/Notebook-Decimated-secondary-Broyles-catching-stride-and-a-close-punting-battle/a5e9a983-8ba1-4489-bd66-723cf36a5fb3
Tom's take from Lions win: http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/football/lions/toms-take-from-lions-win-over-bills
Here's how the Lions roster may look after cuts: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120831/SPORTS0101/208310439/1126/Analysis-Here-s-how-Lions-roster-may-look-after-deadline-day
Graham wins punting job as Donahue is cut: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/120831068/detroit-lions-ben-graham-ryan-donahue?
Lions release Alphonso Smith: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/08/31/lions-release-alphonso-smith/
Momentum goes both ways for some teams as preseason ends: http://nfl.si.com/2012/08/31/momentum-going-both-ways-for-some-teams-as-preseason-ends/?sct=nfl_t11_a0
Ridson's 32 fearless predictions (#3 is that Stafford will pass for 5,000 yds. #13 is that CJ will be the leader in receiving yards. #24 is that the Lions will finish with no rusher gaining more than 400 yd on his own. #28 is that Willie Young will be the most improved player.): http://football.realgm.com/src_wiretap_archives/28810/20120831/risdons_32_fearless_predictions_for_2012_nfl_season/
Listing of all the roster cuts by team: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/08/31/53-man-roster-tracker/
Previews and Predictions:
NFC North Preview: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/barbara-bruno/nfl-2012-season-preview-t_b_1844852.html
PFW's Arthur Arkush's 2012 predictions (The Lions finish 3rd in the NFC North): http://www.profootballweekly.com/2012/08/31/arthur-arkushs-2012-nfl-predictions
Video:
Two in, two out of the playoff (Both experts pick the Lions to be one of the teams that don't make it in): http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056563/NFC-Two-out-two-in
Peter King previews the Lions: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/video/nfl/2012/08/30/083012-detroit-lions-nfl-peter-king.SportsIllustrated/
Friday, August 31, 2012
Morning Lions Links for Friday 8-31-12
Articles:
Stafford - Johnson connection can be dialed up at any time: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre4/article-1/OHara-The-Stafford-Johnson-connection-can-be-dialed-up-at-any-time/e5d545cc-04a9-4d0d-8570-8372fad3e632
After explosive first quarter, Lions almost don't get the win: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre4/article-1/After-explosive-first-quarter-Lions-almost-dont-get-the-win/dc8830e0-1cc6-4279-af4c-0b1990e2d647
Did Kellen Moore show enough to make the 53 man roster?: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre4/article-1/Did-Kellen-Moore-show-enough-to-make-the-53-man-roster/37878dea-9f17-4aba-9cf9-95258aa65d5a
Four Downs - Leshoure's performance, Stafford to Johnson, special teams and WR battle: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre4/article-1/Four-Downs-Leshoures-performance-Stafford-to-Johnson-special-teams-and-WR-battle/ac5c7d3b-1f4a-4a8d-9a23-ca055aec685c
Whether the Lions are ready for the opener and who stepped up: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre4/article-1/OHaras-Burning-Questions-Whether-the-Lions-are-ready-for-the-opener-and-players-who-stepped-up/d84b6b9f-87ed-4639-bf5f-de09c1f0c0da
Game notes - Lions vs Bills: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/article-1/Game-Notes-Lions-vs-Bills/355e95e2-a106-490c-a796-88c38d648b95
Leshoure makes big strides: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120831/SPORTS0101/208310368/1126/sports0101/Lions-RB-Mikel-Leshoure-makes-big-strides
Lions offense shines in final dress rehearsal: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120830/SPORTS0101/208300501/1126/sports0101/Lions-offense-shines-final-dress-rehearsal
Stafford, CJ connect for TD in final exhibition game: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120830/SPORTS0101/208300495/1126/sports0101/Lions-tandem-Matthew-Stafford-Calvin-Johnson-connect-TD-final-exhibition-tuneup
Detroit 38 Buffalo 32 - Running game gives Lions a leg up: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/308310210/Detroit-38-Buffalo-32-Run-game-gives-Lions-a-leg-up-vs-Bills?
Leshoure makes lasting impression in finale: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/308310197/Lions-RB-Mikel-Leshoure-makes-lasting-impression-in-finale?
Alphonso Smith shows versality, moves from CB to safety: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/308310211/Lions-Alphonso-Smith-shows-versatility-moves-from-CB-to-safety?
Lions - Bills notes and quotes: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/308310213/Lions-38-Bills-32-Notes-quotes-from-Thursday-night-s-win-over-Buffalo?
Moore saves best for last in exhibition finale: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/120831004/Lions-QB-Kellen-Moore-saves-best-for-last-in-exhibition-finale?
Graham hangs good impression in Lions' head: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/120831003/Punter-Ben-Graham-hangs-good-impression-in-Lions-head?
3 questions with Birkett: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/308310199/Three-Lions-questions-with-Free-Press-sports-writer-Dave-Birkett?
Preseason game ends on a high note: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2012/08/31/sports/doc50402e41a1df9036403157.txt
Moore to the rescue: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/30/12/Lions-beat-Bills-in-final-preseason-game/landing_lions.html?blockID=783113&feedID=3862
Lions stand victorious in final preseason game: http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/lions-stand-victorious-in-final-preseason-game
Lions beat Bills to end preseason: http://www.examiner.com/article/detroit-lions-beat-buffalo-bills-to-end-preseason
Say farewell to the 2012 preseason - Seifert wrapups the final preseason games: http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45612/say-farewell-to-the-2012-preseason
Lions beat Bill 38-32 in final preseason game: http://sports.yahoo.com/news/lions-beat-bills-38-32-023131112--nfl.html
Moore finishes preseason strong: http://www.idahostatesman.com/2012/08/31/2251792/moore-finishes-strong.html
Non-game Articles:
Status of Delmas is uncertain: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120831/SPORTS0101/208310387/1126/sports0101/Status-Lions-CB-Louis-Delmas-uncertain
Change in injured reserve rules doesn't impact the Lions right now: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120830/SPORTS0101/208300490/1126/sports0101/Change-injured-reserve-rules-doesn-t-impact-Lions-right-now
Lions 53 man roster will be set tonight; retaining talent is top priority: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/308310127/Lions-53-man-roster-will-be-set-tonight-retaining-talent-is-top-priority?
Lions report - Willie Young could be this year's front-four stud: http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2012-08-30/detroit-lions-willie-young-cliff-avril-fantasy-football-defense
Lions seem to be headed in the right direction: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/football/nfl/wires/08/30/2020.ap.fbn.lions.preview.1065/index.html
Stafford to star in new ESPN commercial: http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45601/draft-video
AFC West Chat wrap (there was a question on the chances of the Lions trading for Moreno): http://espn.go.com/blog/afcwest/post/_/id/47583/chat-wrap-a-terrelle-pryor-plan
Bills owner admitted to Detroit area hospital: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120830/SPORTS0101/208300494/1126/sports0101/Buffalo-Bills-owner-Ralph-Wilson-admitted-Detroit-area-hospital
Articles from Opposing Team's Media:
Bills quotes (Gilmore talks about CJ):
http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-2/Transcript-HC-Gailey-QB-Fitzpatrick-CB-Gilmore/c2f4fe45-66ba-4a0a-a557-f0ba114b197c
Season Previews and Predictions:
SN's NFC North Preview (The Lions are predicted to finish 3rd in the NFC North): http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2012-08-30/2012-nfl-predictions-packers-bears-lions-vikings-rodgers-nfc-north-breakdown
PFW's Dan Arkush's 2012 predictions (Lions finish 3rd in the NFC North): http://www.profootballweekly.com/2012/08/30/dan-arkushs-2012-nfl-predictions
Stafford - Johnson connection can be dialed up at any time: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre4/article-1/OHara-The-Stafford-Johnson-connection-can-be-dialed-up-at-any-time/e5d545cc-04a9-4d0d-8570-8372fad3e632
After explosive first quarter, Lions almost don't get the win: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre4/article-1/After-explosive-first-quarter-Lions-almost-dont-get-the-win/dc8830e0-1cc6-4279-af4c-0b1990e2d647
Did Kellen Moore show enough to make the 53 man roster?: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre4/article-1/Did-Kellen-Moore-show-enough-to-make-the-53-man-roster/37878dea-9f17-4aba-9cf9-95258aa65d5a
Four Downs - Leshoure's performance, Stafford to Johnson, special teams and WR battle: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre4/article-1/Four-Downs-Leshoures-performance-Stafford-to-Johnson-special-teams-and-WR-battle/ac5c7d3b-1f4a-4a8d-9a23-ca055aec685c
Whether the Lions are ready for the opener and who stepped up: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre4/article-1/OHaras-Burning-Questions-Whether-the-Lions-are-ready-for-the-opener-and-players-who-stepped-up/d84b6b9f-87ed-4639-bf5f-de09c1f0c0da
Game notes - Lions vs Bills: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/article-1/Game-Notes-Lions-vs-Bills/355e95e2-a106-490c-a796-88c38d648b95
Leshoure makes big strides: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120831/SPORTS0101/208310368/1126/sports0101/Lions-RB-Mikel-Leshoure-makes-big-strides
Lions offense shines in final dress rehearsal: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120830/SPORTS0101/208300501/1126/sports0101/Lions-offense-shines-final-dress-rehearsal
Stafford, CJ connect for TD in final exhibition game: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120830/SPORTS0101/208300495/1126/sports0101/Lions-tandem-Matthew-Stafford-Calvin-Johnson-connect-TD-final-exhibition-tuneup
Detroit 38 Buffalo 32 - Running game gives Lions a leg up: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/308310210/Detroit-38-Buffalo-32-Run-game-gives-Lions-a-leg-up-vs-Bills?
Leshoure makes lasting impression in finale: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/308310197/Lions-RB-Mikel-Leshoure-makes-lasting-impression-in-finale?
Alphonso Smith shows versality, moves from CB to safety: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/308310211/Lions-Alphonso-Smith-shows-versatility-moves-from-CB-to-safety?
Lions - Bills notes and quotes: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/308310213/Lions-38-Bills-32-Notes-quotes-from-Thursday-night-s-win-over-Buffalo?
Moore saves best for last in exhibition finale: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/120831004/Lions-QB-Kellen-Moore-saves-best-for-last-in-exhibition-finale?
Graham hangs good impression in Lions' head: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/120831003/Punter-Ben-Graham-hangs-good-impression-in-Lions-head?
3 questions with Birkett: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/308310199/Three-Lions-questions-with-Free-Press-sports-writer-Dave-Birkett?
Preseason game ends on a high note: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2012/08/31/sports/doc50402e41a1df9036403157.txt
Moore to the rescue: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/30/12/Lions-beat-Bills-in-final-preseason-game/landing_lions.html?blockID=783113&feedID=3862
Lions stand victorious in final preseason game: http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/lions-stand-victorious-in-final-preseason-game
Lions beat Bills to end preseason: http://www.examiner.com/article/detroit-lions-beat-buffalo-bills-to-end-preseason
Say farewell to the 2012 preseason - Seifert wrapups the final preseason games: http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45612/say-farewell-to-the-2012-preseason
Lions beat Bill 38-32 in final preseason game: http://sports.yahoo.com/news/lions-beat-bills-38-32-023131112--nfl.html
Moore finishes preseason strong: http://www.idahostatesman.com/2012/08/31/2251792/moore-finishes-strong.html
Non-game Articles:
Status of Delmas is uncertain: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120831/SPORTS0101/208310387/1126/sports0101/Status-Lions-CB-Louis-Delmas-uncertain
Change in injured reserve rules doesn't impact the Lions right now: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120830/SPORTS0101/208300490/1126/sports0101/Change-injured-reserve-rules-doesn-t-impact-Lions-right-now
Lions 53 man roster will be set tonight; retaining talent is top priority: http://www.freep.com/article/20120831/SPORTS01/308310127/Lions-53-man-roster-will-be-set-tonight-retaining-talent-is-top-priority?
Lions report - Willie Young could be this year's front-four stud: http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2012-08-30/detroit-lions-willie-young-cliff-avril-fantasy-football-defense
Lions seem to be headed in the right direction: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/football/nfl/wires/08/30/2020.ap.fbn.lions.preview.1065/index.html
Stafford to star in new ESPN commercial: http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45601/draft-video
AFC West Chat wrap (there was a question on the chances of the Lions trading for Moreno): http://espn.go.com/blog/afcwest/post/_/id/47583/chat-wrap-a-terrelle-pryor-plan
Bills owner admitted to Detroit area hospital: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120830/SPORTS0101/208300494/1126/sports0101/Buffalo-Bills-owner-Ralph-Wilson-admitted-Detroit-area-hospital
Articles from Opposing Team's Media:
Bills quotes (Gilmore talks about CJ):
http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-2/Transcript-HC-Gailey-QB-Fitzpatrick-CB-Gilmore/c2f4fe45-66ba-4a0a-a557-f0ba114b197c
Season Previews and Predictions:
SN's NFC North Preview (The Lions are predicted to finish 3rd in the NFC North): http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2012-08-30/2012-nfl-predictions-packers-bears-lions-vikings-rodgers-nfc-north-breakdown
PFW's Dan Arkush's 2012 predictions (Lions finish 3rd in the NFC North): http://www.profootballweekly.com/2012/08/30/dan-arkushs-2012-nfl-predictions
Video and Audio Highlights for Preseason Game 4 Lions vs. Bills
Videos:
Highlights:
CJ 24 yd TD catch: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056577/Calvin-Johnson-24-yard-touchdown-catch
Hill 1 yd TD run: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056580/Hill-1-yard-touchdown-run
Leshoure 2 yd TD run: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056582/Leshoure-2-yard-touchdown-run
Moore 1 yd TD run: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056884/Moore-1-yard-touchdown-run
Leshoure 33 yd catch and run: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056575/Leshoure-33-yard-catch-and-run
Lions intercept Thigpen: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056892/Lions-intercept-Thigpen
Green pick six: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056586/Green-pick-six
Bills fumble kickoff return: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056593/Bills-fumble-kickoff-return
Bills vs. Lions Highlights: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056907/Bills-vs-Lions-highlights
Stafford connects with Johnson: http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=8320468
Interviews:
Stafford post game video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Postgame-Video-Matthew-Stafford-08-30-12/9608de5a-c76c-4dc1-a87a-e06124cd5faa
Leshoure, Hill and Moore post game video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Postgame-Video-Leshoure-Hill-and-Moore/9f9092ab-782d-4d6a-b487-5905e5206a9b
Schwartz post game video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Postgame-Video-Jim-Schwartz-08-30-12/b75bfe40-0e59-4c43-8960-cb38058a5780
Audio:
Schwartz post game audio: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Postgame-Audio-Jim-Schwartz-08-30-12/d09591b9-8fa2-453f-bd27-2817155f56d0
Highlights:
CJ 24 yd TD catch: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056577/Calvin-Johnson-24-yard-touchdown-catch
Hill 1 yd TD run: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056580/Hill-1-yard-touchdown-run
Leshoure 2 yd TD run: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056582/Leshoure-2-yard-touchdown-run
Moore 1 yd TD run: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056884/Moore-1-yard-touchdown-run
Leshoure 33 yd catch and run: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056575/Leshoure-33-yard-catch-and-run
Lions intercept Thigpen: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056892/Lions-intercept-Thigpen
Green pick six: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056586/Green-pick-six
Bills fumble kickoff return: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056593/Bills-fumble-kickoff-return
Bills vs. Lions Highlights: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000056907/Bills-vs-Lions-highlights
Stafford connects with Johnson: http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=8320468
Interviews:
Stafford post game video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Postgame-Video-Matthew-Stafford-08-30-12/9608de5a-c76c-4dc1-a87a-e06124cd5faa
Leshoure, Hill and Moore post game video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Postgame-Video-Leshoure-Hill-and-Moore/9f9092ab-782d-4d6a-b487-5905e5206a9b
Schwartz post game video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Postgame-Video-Jim-Schwartz-08-30-12/b75bfe40-0e59-4c43-8960-cb38058a5780
Audio:
Schwartz post game audio: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Postgame-Audio-Jim-Schwartz-08-30-12/d09591b9-8fa2-453f-bd27-2817155f56d0
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Afternoon Lions Links for Thursday 8-30-12
Articles:
Leshoure's last action before beginning two game suspension: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Twentyman-Leshoures-last-action-before-beginning-two-game-suspension/1d4a971c-898f-4b90-83b2-7f8d3e6b5b19
Focus has been on the regular season, but there is still preseason work to be done: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHara-Focus-has-been-on-the-regular-season-but-there-is-still-preseason-work-to-be-done/62f6b3d0-2f94-463c-a19c-633bb46bc7f7
Lions release injured OT Jonathan Scott: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120830/SPORTS0101/208300447/1126/SPORTS0101/Lions-release-injured-offensive-tackle-Jonathan-Scott
Chat with Birkett: http://live.freep.com/Event/Chat_with_Lions_writer_Dave_Birkett_8
5 things to watch in Lions vs. Bills: http://www.freep.com/article/20120830/SPORTS01/308300284/Lions-One-more-chance-to-show-off-their-stuff?
CJ sets unparallel goals, find more (but minor) comfort with attention: http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/football/lions/calvin-johnson-sets-unparalleled-goals-finds-more-but-minor-comfort-with-attention
Leshoure, Barnes should get long looks against Buffalo: http://www.nationalfootballauthority.com/2012/08/detroit-lions-mikel-leshoure-kevin.html
Juggernaut Index No. 7 - Detroit Lions: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/fantasy-roto-arcade/juggernaut-index-no-7-detroit-lions-203337767--fantasy.html
NFL Playoff Parity - Who's in, who's out (3 of the experts predict the Lions to not make it in): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000055871/article/nfl-playoff-parity-cowboys-rams-jets-chiefs-eye-postseason?module=HP11_hot_topics
NFC North All Division Team (For the Lions CJ, Suh, Avril, and Delmas made the team): http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/storylist/19980101/6/2012-nfl-all-division-teams/nfc-north
Don Bank's twenty bold 2012 predictions (#10 is that the Lions will take a step back this year because of the running game and secondary.): http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/don_banks/08/30/2012-nfl-predictions/index.html?sct=nfl_t11_a0
Ranking the NFL's oldest offense and defense (Lions have the 3rd oldest offense, and the 20th oldest defense and overall ranking of 8): http://football.realgm.com/src_wiretap_archives/28788/20120830/ranking_the_nfls_oldest_youngest_starters_by_team/
Players Poll (Burleson thinks the stricter tackling rules have reduced the game): http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2012-08-30/roger-goodell-nfl-players-poll-commissioner-new-orleans-saints-bounty-bountygate
Articles from Opposing Team's Media:
Fox's Aikman sees Lions, not Bears, as Packers biggest challenge: http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/sports/168038796.html
Stafford, Johnson an elite duo in Detroit: http://www.csnchicago.com/football-chicago-bears/bears-talk/Lewis-Stafford-Johnson-an-elite-duo-in-D?blockID=765375&feedID=10330
Preseason Preview:
Lions vs Bills preseason game 4: http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45548/previewing-preseason-week-4-finally
Lions - Bills Preview: http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-2/Game-preview---Bills-Lions/124a9667-d32a-44af-9294-91de804d4871
Season Previews and Predictions:
ESPN's 2012 Lions Preview (4 out of 5 analysts pick the Lions to finish 3rd in the NFC North): http://espn.go.com/nfl/preview12/team/_/name/det
Seifert's NFC North Picks (there's also a video in there): http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45554/2012-nfl-preview-picking-the-nfc-north
ESPN Predictions (6 analysts out of 16 pick the Lions to be a wildcard team.): http://espn.go.com/nfl/preview12/team/_/name/det
Accuscore's predictions (The Lions finish 11-5): http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45579/nfl-season-preview-packers-go-16-0
NFL's Predictions (3 out of 16 experts picks the Lions to be a wildcard team): http://www.nfl.com/kickoff/story/0ap1000000055270/article/2012-nfl-predictions-stat-leaders-mvp-rookie-awards-more?module=HP11_hot_topics
Video:
NFC Predictions (Mike Silver thinks the Lions has a better chance of overtaking the Packers than the Bears, but he thinks the Packers will win the division): http://sports.yahoo.com/video/player/nfl/Y_Sports_NFL/30405736#nfl/Y_Sports_NFL/30405736
Leshoure's last action before beginning two game suspension: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Twentyman-Leshoures-last-action-before-beginning-two-game-suspension/1d4a971c-898f-4b90-83b2-7f8d3e6b5b19
Focus has been on the regular season, but there is still preseason work to be done: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHara-Focus-has-been-on-the-regular-season-but-there-is-still-preseason-work-to-be-done/62f6b3d0-2f94-463c-a19c-633bb46bc7f7
Lions release injured OT Jonathan Scott: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120830/SPORTS0101/208300447/1126/SPORTS0101/Lions-release-injured-offensive-tackle-Jonathan-Scott
Chat with Birkett: http://live.freep.com/Event/Chat_with_Lions_writer_Dave_Birkett_8
5 things to watch in Lions vs. Bills: http://www.freep.com/article/20120830/SPORTS01/308300284/Lions-One-more-chance-to-show-off-their-stuff?
CJ sets unparallel goals, find more (but minor) comfort with attention: http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/football/lions/calvin-johnson-sets-unparalleled-goals-finds-more-but-minor-comfort-with-attention
Leshoure, Barnes should get long looks against Buffalo: http://www.nationalfootballauthority.com/2012/08/detroit-lions-mikel-leshoure-kevin.html
Juggernaut Index No. 7 - Detroit Lions: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/fantasy-roto-arcade/juggernaut-index-no-7-detroit-lions-203337767--fantasy.html
NFL Playoff Parity - Who's in, who's out (3 of the experts predict the Lions to not make it in): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000055871/article/nfl-playoff-parity-cowboys-rams-jets-chiefs-eye-postseason?module=HP11_hot_topics
NFC North All Division Team (For the Lions CJ, Suh, Avril, and Delmas made the team): http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/storylist/19980101/6/2012-nfl-all-division-teams/nfc-north
Don Bank's twenty bold 2012 predictions (#10 is that the Lions will take a step back this year because of the running game and secondary.): http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/don_banks/08/30/2012-nfl-predictions/index.html?sct=nfl_t11_a0
Ranking the NFL's oldest offense and defense (Lions have the 3rd oldest offense, and the 20th oldest defense and overall ranking of 8): http://football.realgm.com/src_wiretap_archives/28788/20120830/ranking_the_nfls_oldest_youngest_starters_by_team/
Players Poll (Burleson thinks the stricter tackling rules have reduced the game): http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2012-08-30/roger-goodell-nfl-players-poll-commissioner-new-orleans-saints-bounty-bountygate
Articles from Opposing Team's Media:
Fox's Aikman sees Lions, not Bears, as Packers biggest challenge: http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/sports/168038796.html
Stafford, Johnson an elite duo in Detroit: http://www.csnchicago.com/football-chicago-bears/bears-talk/Lewis-Stafford-Johnson-an-elite-duo-in-D?blockID=765375&feedID=10330
Preseason Preview:
Lions vs Bills preseason game 4: http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45548/previewing-preseason-week-4-finally
Lions - Bills Preview: http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-2/Game-preview---Bills-Lions/124a9667-d32a-44af-9294-91de804d4871
Season Previews and Predictions:
ESPN's 2012 Lions Preview (4 out of 5 analysts pick the Lions to finish 3rd in the NFC North): http://espn.go.com/nfl/preview12/team/_/name/det
Seifert's NFC North Picks (there's also a video in there): http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45554/2012-nfl-preview-picking-the-nfc-north
ESPN Predictions (6 analysts out of 16 pick the Lions to be a wildcard team.): http://espn.go.com/nfl/preview12/team/_/name/det
Accuscore's predictions (The Lions finish 11-5): http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45579/nfl-season-preview-packers-go-16-0
NFL's Predictions (3 out of 16 experts picks the Lions to be a wildcard team): http://www.nfl.com/kickoff/story/0ap1000000055270/article/2012-nfl-predictions-stat-leaders-mvp-rookie-awards-more?module=HP11_hot_topics
Video:
NFC Predictions (Mike Silver thinks the Lions has a better chance of overtaking the Packers than the Bears, but he thinks the Packers will win the division): http://sports.yahoo.com/video/player/nfl/Y_Sports_NFL/30405736#nfl/Y_Sports_NFL/30405736
Morning Lions Links for Thursday 8-30-12
Articles:
Stafford ready if coach wants 1st team in tonight: http://www.freep.com/article/20120830/SPORTS01/308300222/detroit-lions-matthew-Stafford-ready-tonight
Birkett predicts the 53 man roster; Moore is on the bubble: http://www.freep.com/article/20120830/SPORTS01/308300246/Dave-Birkett-Predicting-Lions-53-man-roster-Kellen-Moore-on-the-bubble?
Lions last chance to show off comes with tonight's exhibition: http://www.freep.com/article/20120830/SPORTS01/308300284/Lions-One-more-chance-to-show-off-their-stuff?
Stafford ready if coach wants first team in tonight: http://www.freep.com/article/20120830/SPORTS01/308300222/detroit-lions-matthew-Stafford-ready-tonight?
What to watch today - Lions vs Bills: http://www.freep.com/article/20120830/SPORTS01/308300210/Watch-to-watch-today-Lions-vs-Bills?
Cuts are torture for Schwartz, too: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120830/OPINION03/208300380/1126/sports0101/Commentary-Cuts-torture-Lions-coach-Jim-Schwartz-too
These Lions have final chance to prove themselves Thursday night: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120830/SPORTS0101/208300374/1126/sports0101/These-Lions-final-chance-prove-themselves-Thursday
Lions exec makes SB prediction: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/29/12/Lions-exec-makes-Super-prediction/landing_lions.html?blockID=782483&feedID=3862
Boise State fans will be treated to double feature: http://www.idahostatesman.com/2012/08/30/2250065/double-feature.html
Lions Team Report: http://www.usatoday.com/sports/football/nfl/lions/notes.htm
Season Preview:
Don Bank previews the NFC North (He talks about the Lions at 1:16): http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/video/nfl/2012/08/29/082912.banks-division-preview-nfc-north.SportsIllustrated/?sct=nfl_bf2_a5
Articles from Opposing Team's Media:
Lions not at their best at RB: http://www.buffalonews.com/sports/bills-nfl/article1029740.ece
Stafford ready if coach wants 1st team in tonight: http://www.freep.com/article/20120830/SPORTS01/308300222/detroit-lions-matthew-Stafford-ready-tonight
Birkett predicts the 53 man roster; Moore is on the bubble: http://www.freep.com/article/20120830/SPORTS01/308300246/Dave-Birkett-Predicting-Lions-53-man-roster-Kellen-Moore-on-the-bubble?
Lions last chance to show off comes with tonight's exhibition: http://www.freep.com/article/20120830/SPORTS01/308300284/Lions-One-more-chance-to-show-off-their-stuff?
Stafford ready if coach wants first team in tonight: http://www.freep.com/article/20120830/SPORTS01/308300222/detroit-lions-matthew-Stafford-ready-tonight?
What to watch today - Lions vs Bills: http://www.freep.com/article/20120830/SPORTS01/308300210/Watch-to-watch-today-Lions-vs-Bills?
Cuts are torture for Schwartz, too: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120830/OPINION03/208300380/1126/sports0101/Commentary-Cuts-torture-Lions-coach-Jim-Schwartz-too
These Lions have final chance to prove themselves Thursday night: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120830/SPORTS0101/208300374/1126/sports0101/These-Lions-final-chance-prove-themselves-Thursday
Lions exec makes SB prediction: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/29/12/Lions-exec-makes-Super-prediction/landing_lions.html?blockID=782483&feedID=3862
Boise State fans will be treated to double feature: http://www.idahostatesman.com/2012/08/30/2250065/double-feature.html
Lions Team Report: http://www.usatoday.com/sports/football/nfl/lions/notes.htm
Season Preview:
Don Bank previews the NFC North (He talks about the Lions at 1:16): http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/video/nfl/2012/08/29/082912.banks-division-preview-nfc-north.SportsIllustrated/?sct=nfl_bf2_a5
Articles from Opposing Team's Media:
Lions not at their best at RB: http://www.buffalonews.com/sports/bills-nfl/article1029740.ece
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Evening Lions Links for Wednesday 8-29-12
Articles:
Lewand, Mayhew, Schwartz attribute Lions success to a constant plan: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/lewand-mayhew-schwartz-attribute-lions-success-to-a-constant-plan/6c3c4c9d-1120-499c-a291-14fec02ca115
NFC North - Five rookies who can make an impact week 1 (For the Lions it's Bill Bentley): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/nfc-north/article-1/nfc-north-five-rookies-who-can-make-an-impact-week-1/c489f4f1-0991-49e9-b2c2-69fb5417d126
Ford Jr vows a SB berth and he means it: http://www.freep.com/article/20120829/COL08/120829072/detroit-lions-luncheon-bill-ford-jr?
NFL's analyst 2012 predictions (4 out of 16 analysts pick Stafford to have the most passing yards and 9 out of 16 pick CJ to have the most receiving yards): http://www.nfl.com/kickoff/story/0ap1000000055270/article/2012-nfl-season-predictions-super-bowl-mvp-rookies-more?module=HP11_hot_topics
Rookie Predictions (He predicts Reiff will celebrate his all rookie season with a playoff berth): http://www.nfl.com/photoessays/09000d5d828c04b5/2012-rookie-predictions?module=HP11_content_stream#photo=22
QB Power Rankings (Stafford is in the third tier named knocking on the door): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000055891/article/quarterback-power-rankings-rodgers-reigns-supreme?module=HP11_content_stream
Preseason Preview:
Lions-Bills Preseason Preview: http://www.examiner.com/article/preseason-preview-game-four-detroit-lions-v-buffalo-bills
Video:
Tim and Mike on position battles: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/tim-and-mike-on-position-battles/e7f89285-4f4e-4154-98eb-fb4e8cc305cb
Lewand, Mayhew, Schwartz attribute Lions success to a constant plan: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/lewand-mayhew-schwartz-attribute-lions-success-to-a-constant-plan/6c3c4c9d-1120-499c-a291-14fec02ca115
NFC North - Five rookies who can make an impact week 1 (For the Lions it's Bill Bentley): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/nfc-north/article-1/nfc-north-five-rookies-who-can-make-an-impact-week-1/c489f4f1-0991-49e9-b2c2-69fb5417d126
Ford Jr vows a SB berth and he means it: http://www.freep.com/article/20120829/COL08/120829072/detroit-lions-luncheon-bill-ford-jr?
NFL's analyst 2012 predictions (4 out of 16 analysts pick Stafford to have the most passing yards and 9 out of 16 pick CJ to have the most receiving yards): http://www.nfl.com/kickoff/story/0ap1000000055270/article/2012-nfl-season-predictions-super-bowl-mvp-rookies-more?module=HP11_hot_topics
Rookie Predictions (He predicts Reiff will celebrate his all rookie season with a playoff berth): http://www.nfl.com/photoessays/09000d5d828c04b5/2012-rookie-predictions?module=HP11_content_stream#photo=22
QB Power Rankings (Stafford is in the third tier named knocking on the door): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000055891/article/quarterback-power-rankings-rodgers-reigns-supreme?module=HP11_content_stream
Preseason Preview:
Lions-Bills Preseason Preview: http://www.examiner.com/article/preseason-preview-game-four-detroit-lions-v-buffalo-bills
Video:
Tim and Mike on position battles: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/tim-and-mike-on-position-battles/e7f89285-4f4e-4154-98eb-fb4e8cc305cb
Afternoon Lions Links for Wednesday 8-29-12
Articles:
Schwartz says Lions will ultimately choose top 53 regardless of position: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/schwartz-says-lions-will-ultimately-choose-top-53-regardless-of-position/b90f6485-6cb6-4462-a7b9-d4e30437fd65
Kid Rock's Lions song, "In Detroit": http://www.freep.com/article/20120829/SPORTS01/120829038/kid-rock-in-detroit-pepsi-lions?
Bill Ford Jr to Lions fans - We're going to bring you a SB: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120829/SPORTS0101/208290451/1126/Bill-Ford-Jr-Lions-fans-We-re-going-bring-you-Super-Bowl-
Don't tell Lance Long the preseason doesn't matter: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2012/08/29/sports/doc503e5e80edb3f055380478.txt
Despite what many Lions fans may think, the Fords do care: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/michael_rosenberg/08/29/william-ford-detroit-lions/index.html?sct=nfl_wr_a2
Lol, did CJ forget part of his uniform in the cover shoot?: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2012/08/29/sports-illustrated-is-this-calvins-johnson/
Lions notebook - Healthy starters will play vs. Bills: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/nfl-rapidreports/19964028/lions-notebook-healthy-starters-will-play-vs-bills
5 storylines for the Lions last preseason game: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/29/12/Stars-likely-out-early-in-Lions-preseaso/landing_lions.html?blockID=782161&feedID=3862
Predictions and Previews:
PFW's Mike Wilkening's 2012 predictions (He picks the Lions to finish 2nd in the NFC North): http://www.profootballweekly.com/2012/08/29/mike-wilkenings-2012-nfl-predictions
Stafford and CJ grace SI's regional cover (They are picked to finish 3rd in the North with a record of 9-7):
http://www.freep.com/article/20120829/SPORTS01/120829054/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-calvin-johnson-sports-illustrated?
NFC North Preview Capsule (The Lions are predicted to finish second in the North): http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2012/08/29/nfl-2012-nfc-north-preview-capsules/
Audio:
The Colin Herd Show (They discuss the Lions and their immaturity issues at around 3:50):
Schwartz says Lions will ultimately choose top 53 regardless of position: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/schwartz-says-lions-will-ultimately-choose-top-53-regardless-of-position/b90f6485-6cb6-4462-a7b9-d4e30437fd65
Kid Rock's Lions song, "In Detroit": http://www.freep.com/article/20120829/SPORTS01/120829038/kid-rock-in-detroit-pepsi-lions?
Bill Ford Jr to Lions fans - We're going to bring you a SB: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120829/SPORTS0101/208290451/1126/Bill-Ford-Jr-Lions-fans-We-re-going-bring-you-Super-Bowl-
Don't tell Lance Long the preseason doesn't matter: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2012/08/29/sports/doc503e5e80edb3f055380478.txt
Despite what many Lions fans may think, the Fords do care: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/michael_rosenberg/08/29/william-ford-detroit-lions/index.html?sct=nfl_wr_a2
Lol, did CJ forget part of his uniform in the cover shoot?: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2012/08/29/sports-illustrated-is-this-calvins-johnson/
Lions notebook - Healthy starters will play vs. Bills: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/nfl-rapidreports/19964028/lions-notebook-healthy-starters-will-play-vs-bills
5 storylines for the Lions last preseason game: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/29/12/Stars-likely-out-early-in-Lions-preseaso/landing_lions.html?blockID=782161&feedID=3862
Predictions and Previews:
PFW's Mike Wilkening's 2012 predictions (He picks the Lions to finish 2nd in the NFC North): http://www.profootballweekly.com/2012/08/29/mike-wilkenings-2012-nfl-predictions
Stafford and CJ grace SI's regional cover (They are picked to finish 3rd in the North with a record of 9-7):
http://www.freep.com/article/20120829/SPORTS01/120829054/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-calvin-johnson-sports-illustrated?
NFC North Preview Capsule (The Lions are predicted to finish second in the North): http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2012/08/29/nfl-2012-nfc-north-preview-capsules/
Audio:
The Colin Herd Show (They discuss the Lions and their immaturity issues at around 3:50):
Morning Lions Links for Wednesday 8-29-12
Articles:
Backus eyes present, not future: http://www.freep.com/article/20120829/SPORTS01/308290144/detroit-lions-jeff-Backus-eyes-present-not-future?
WRs trying to catch on with Lions: http://www.freep.com/article/20120829/SPORTS01/308290137/detroit-lions-wide-receivers?
Locals Lance Long, Joique Bell work to stay on the team: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120829/SPORTS0101/208290364/1126/sports0101/Locals-Lions-Lance-Long-Joique-Bell-work-stay-team
CJ up close and personal on ESPN: http://www.freep.com/article/20120829/SPORTS18/308290088/Ticker-Lions-Calvin-Johnson-up-close-and-personal-on-ESPN?
Lions projected roster - getting to 53: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/nfl-rapidreports/19956857/lions-projected-roster-getting-to-53
32 Observations - Preseason: http://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2012/08/29/32-observations-preseason/
Video:
E-60 Calvin Johnson: http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=8311082
Backus eyes present, not future: http://www.freep.com/article/20120829/SPORTS01/308290144/detroit-lions-jeff-Backus-eyes-present-not-future?
WRs trying to catch on with Lions: http://www.freep.com/article/20120829/SPORTS01/308290137/detroit-lions-wide-receivers?
Locals Lance Long, Joique Bell work to stay on the team: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120829/SPORTS0101/208290364/1126/sports0101/Locals-Lions-Lance-Long-Joique-Bell-work-stay-team
CJ up close and personal on ESPN: http://www.freep.com/article/20120829/SPORTS18/308290088/Ticker-Lions-Calvin-Johnson-up-close-and-personal-on-ESPN?
Lions projected roster - getting to 53: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/nfl-rapidreports/19956857/lions-projected-roster-getting-to-53
32 Observations - Preseason: http://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2012/08/29/32-observations-preseason/
Video:
E-60 Calvin Johnson: http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=8311082
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Evening Lions Links for Tuesday 8-28-12
Articles:
Tough roster decisions loom at receiver: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Tough-roster-decisions-loom-at-receiver/fc9ff87c-3eab-4723-a90d-89add8e2244d
Twentyman's Daily notebook: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Twentymans-Daily-Notebook-Newest-Lion-Kevin-Barnes-adds-versatility-to-the-secondary/c15d28c2-ccef-454d-a138-c5f765169ed9
Mayhew wouldn't be doing his job if he wasn't calling around about RBs: http://blogs.detroitlions.com/2012/08/28/twentyman-mayhew-wouldnt-be-doing-his-job-if-he-wasnt-calling-around-regarding-a-rb/
Johnson blog Q and A: http://blogs.detroitlions.com/2012/08/28/johnson-blog-qa-edition-barry-on-calvin-calvin-on-barry/
Schwartz ascending according to ESPN's coaches ranking: http://www.freep.com/article/20120828/SPORTS01/120828084/detroit-lions-jim-schwartz-herm-edwards?
It's a special time for Lions fans, Barry says: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120828/SPORTS0101/208280409/1126/sports0101/It-s-special-time-Lions-fans-Barry-Sanders-tells-ESPN
Barnes brings size, speed, experience: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2012/08/28/sports/doc503d33c929235910586642.txt
Lions need depth at RB, 5 options: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000055762/article/detroit-lions-need-depth-rb-chris-ivory-an-option?module=HP11_content_stream
Blue Chip, Red Chip players on defense and coaches (Avril is picked as a red chip, Suh and Delmas are picked as blue chips, and Schwartz is picked as a red chip coach.): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000055554/article/darrelle-revis-jason-pierrepaul-among-defensive-bluered-chips?module=HP11_content_stream
Predictions and Previews:
NFC predictions (Lions are predicted to finish 3rd in the North): http://sports.yahoo.com/news/super-bowl-champion-giants-lacking-214516837--nfl.html
Video:
Logan, Long and Barnes post practice video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Post-Practice-Video-Long-Logan-and-Barnes/73c28154-286e-4bc6-81f2-f7d4ea29d345
Schwartz post practice video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Post-Practice-Video-Jim-Schwartz-08-28-12/a9a44c29-3664-4fa0-9bdf-0dddf7360159
Audio:
Logan post practice audio: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Post-Practice-Audio-Stefan-Logan-08-28-12/a03a58ca-85e9-47d0-8f3c-cf935cf27f39
Schwartz post practice audio: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Post-Practice-Audio-Jim-Schwartz-08-28-12/cd40cc12-7d2d-4f07-9133-943567771c19
Tough roster decisions loom at receiver: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Tough-roster-decisions-loom-at-receiver/fc9ff87c-3eab-4723-a90d-89add8e2244d
Twentyman's Daily notebook: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Twentymans-Daily-Notebook-Newest-Lion-Kevin-Barnes-adds-versatility-to-the-secondary/c15d28c2-ccef-454d-a138-c5f765169ed9
Mayhew wouldn't be doing his job if he wasn't calling around about RBs: http://blogs.detroitlions.com/2012/08/28/twentyman-mayhew-wouldnt-be-doing-his-job-if-he-wasnt-calling-around-regarding-a-rb/
Johnson blog Q and A: http://blogs.detroitlions.com/2012/08/28/johnson-blog-qa-edition-barry-on-calvin-calvin-on-barry/
Schwartz ascending according to ESPN's coaches ranking: http://www.freep.com/article/20120828/SPORTS01/120828084/detroit-lions-jim-schwartz-herm-edwards?
It's a special time for Lions fans, Barry says: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120828/SPORTS0101/208280409/1126/sports0101/It-s-special-time-Lions-fans-Barry-Sanders-tells-ESPN
Barnes brings size, speed, experience: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2012/08/28/sports/doc503d33c929235910586642.txt
Lions need depth at RB, 5 options: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000055762/article/detroit-lions-need-depth-rb-chris-ivory-an-option?module=HP11_content_stream
Blue Chip, Red Chip players on defense and coaches (Avril is picked as a red chip, Suh and Delmas are picked as blue chips, and Schwartz is picked as a red chip coach.): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000055554/article/darrelle-revis-jason-pierrepaul-among-defensive-bluered-chips?module=HP11_content_stream
Predictions and Previews:
NFC predictions (Lions are predicted to finish 3rd in the North): http://sports.yahoo.com/news/super-bowl-champion-giants-lacking-214516837--nfl.html
Video:
Logan, Long and Barnes post practice video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Post-Practice-Video-Long-Logan-and-Barnes/73c28154-286e-4bc6-81f2-f7d4ea29d345
Schwartz post practice video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Post-Practice-Video-Jim-Schwartz-08-28-12/a9a44c29-3664-4fa0-9bdf-0dddf7360159
Audio:
Logan post practice audio: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Post-Practice-Audio-Stefan-Logan-08-28-12/a03a58ca-85e9-47d0-8f3c-cf935cf27f39
Schwartz post practice audio: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Post-Practice-Audio-Jim-Schwartz-08-28-12/cd40cc12-7d2d-4f07-9133-943567771c19
Afternoon Lions Links for Tuesday 8-28-12
Articles:
Will depth at corner continue to be an issue for the Lions: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Will-depth-at-corner-continue-to-be-an-issue-for-the-Lions/0b45013d-ac71-4585-94fd-9f2663c46d8b
New CB Barnes on the field today for the Lions: http://blogs.detroitlions.com/2012/08/28/new-cornerback-kevin-barnes-on-the-practice-field-for-the-lions-today/
Broyles - It gives us a chance to come out there with the first half swag: http://blogs.detroitlions.com/2012/08/28/broyles-it-gives-us-our-chance-to-come-out-there-with-the-first-half-swag/
Barry Sanders - Lions poised to make a deep playoff run this year: http://www.freep.com/article/20120828/SPORTS01/120828051/detroit-lions-barry-sanders-playoff-run?
Graham, Donahue still punting it out: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/28/12/Graham-Donahue-still-punting-it-out/landing_lions.html?blockID=781767&feedID=3862
Lions trying to trade for a RB: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/08/28/report-lions-trying-to-trade-for-running-back/
Brandon Marshall rules - How to match up: http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/bears/post/_/id/4677442/brandon-marshall-rules-how-to-match-up
Seifert chat: http://espn.go.com/sportsnation/chat/_/id/45035/nfl-blogger-kevin-seifert
The players poll (6 players pick CJ to win offensive player of the year and 3 pick Suh to win defensive player of the year): http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2012-08-28/nfl-players-poll-aaron-rodgers-patrick-willis-tom-brady-drew-brees-demarcus-ware
NFL analysts debate which teams will make the playoffs (Casserly thinks the Lions have a better shot of making the playoffs than Atlanta and the Bears. Reuter thinks the Lions-Bears could be an elimination game.): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000055551/article/new-york-giants-philadelphia-eagles-at-risk-of-missing-playoffs?module=HP11_content_stream
Preseason Game Previews:
TSN's Lions-Bills Preview: http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/scores/live/preview.aspx?id=4103
Season Predictions and Previews:
TMQ's NFC preview: http://espn.go.com/espn/playbook/story/_/id/8307736/tmq-praises-coach-punt-celebrates-innovative-mind-football
NFC North loaded with good teams (He predicts the Lions to finish 3rd in the NFC North): http://www.tsn.ca/columnists/chris_schultz/?id=404009
PFW's Kevin Fishbain's 2012 predictions (He has the Lions finishing 3rd in the North and the Bears finishing 1st.): http://www.profootballweekly.com/2012/08/28/kevin-fishbains-2012-nfl-predictions
The Colin Herd Show (He makes his picks for the season. He doesn't think the Lions will be as good as the experts think. He thinks the Lions are too immature and will finish 3rd in the North and their record will be 8-8): http://espn.go.com/espnradio/play?id=8309885
Power Rankings:
SN's power rankings (The Lions are ranked 14th and CJ is picked as the Lions MVP): http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2012-08-28/nfl-power-rankings-giants-49ers-packers-ravens-patriots-jets
Audio:
Barry on the Mike Van Pelt show: http://espn.go.com/espnradio/play?id=8310633
Mike and mike discuss the Lions (One picks the Lions to finish 10-6 and the other one says 9-7): http://espn.go.com/espnradio/play?id=8309565
Will depth at corner continue to be an issue for the Lions: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Will-depth-at-corner-continue-to-be-an-issue-for-the-Lions/0b45013d-ac71-4585-94fd-9f2663c46d8b
New CB Barnes on the field today for the Lions: http://blogs.detroitlions.com/2012/08/28/new-cornerback-kevin-barnes-on-the-practice-field-for-the-lions-today/
Broyles - It gives us a chance to come out there with the first half swag: http://blogs.detroitlions.com/2012/08/28/broyles-it-gives-us-our-chance-to-come-out-there-with-the-first-half-swag/
Barry Sanders - Lions poised to make a deep playoff run this year: http://www.freep.com/article/20120828/SPORTS01/120828051/detroit-lions-barry-sanders-playoff-run?
Graham, Donahue still punting it out: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/28/12/Graham-Donahue-still-punting-it-out/landing_lions.html?blockID=781767&feedID=3862
Lions trying to trade for a RB: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/08/28/report-lions-trying-to-trade-for-running-back/
Brandon Marshall rules - How to match up: http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/bears/post/_/id/4677442/brandon-marshall-rules-how-to-match-up
Seifert chat: http://espn.go.com/sportsnation/chat/_/id/45035/nfl-blogger-kevin-seifert
The players poll (6 players pick CJ to win offensive player of the year and 3 pick Suh to win defensive player of the year): http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2012-08-28/nfl-players-poll-aaron-rodgers-patrick-willis-tom-brady-drew-brees-demarcus-ware
NFL analysts debate which teams will make the playoffs (Casserly thinks the Lions have a better shot of making the playoffs than Atlanta and the Bears. Reuter thinks the Lions-Bears could be an elimination game.): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000055551/article/new-york-giants-philadelphia-eagles-at-risk-of-missing-playoffs?module=HP11_content_stream
Preseason Game Previews:
TSN's Lions-Bills Preview: http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/scores/live/preview.aspx?id=4103
Season Predictions and Previews:
TMQ's NFC preview: http://espn.go.com/espn/playbook/story/_/id/8307736/tmq-praises-coach-punt-celebrates-innovative-mind-football
NFC North loaded with good teams (He predicts the Lions to finish 3rd in the NFC North): http://www.tsn.ca/columnists/chris_schultz/?id=404009
PFW's Kevin Fishbain's 2012 predictions (He has the Lions finishing 3rd in the North and the Bears finishing 1st.): http://www.profootballweekly.com/2012/08/28/kevin-fishbains-2012-nfl-predictions
The Colin Herd Show (He makes his picks for the season. He doesn't think the Lions will be as good as the experts think. He thinks the Lions are too immature and will finish 3rd in the North and their record will be 8-8): http://espn.go.com/espnradio/play?id=8309885
Power Rankings:
SN's power rankings (The Lions are ranked 14th and CJ is picked as the Lions MVP): http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2012-08-28/nfl-power-rankings-giants-49ers-packers-ravens-patriots-jets
Audio:
Barry on the Mike Van Pelt show: http://espn.go.com/espnradio/play?id=8310633
Mike and mike discuss the Lions (One picks the Lions to finish 10-6 and the other one says 9-7): http://espn.go.com/espnradio/play?id=8309565
Morning Lions Links for Tuesday 8-28-12
Articles:
Twentyman's notebook: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Twentymans-Daily-Notebook-Who-practiced-who-didnt-following-Saturdays-injury-ridden-game/966e7579-b988-47de-98f2-38c526ca9821
Stafford now laughing about non-injury and the commotion it caused: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHara-Stafford-now-laughing-about-non-injury-and-the-commotion-it-caused/6b3cb041-685f-4af8-a1af-2b19321f537a
Lions shaky secondary gets veteran help: http://www.freep.com/article/20120828/SPORTS01/308280101/Shaky-secondary-gets-veteran-help
Stafford all smiles after hand scare, won't say if he's playing on Friday: http://www.freep.com/article/20120828/SPORTS01/308280132/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-playing-thursday?
Schwartz somewhat positive on secondary, injuries: http://www.freep.com/article/20120828/SPORTS01/308280138/detroit-lions-jim-Schwartz-somewhat-positive-on-secondary?
Lions beginning to look eerily similar to last year: http://www.freep.com/article/20120828/SPORTS01/120827102/jamie-samuelsen-s-blog-detroit-lions?
Stafford expects to play: http://espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp12/story/_/id/8306307/matthew-stafford-detroit-lions-hand-ready-week-1-source-says
Dimke reflects on being cut by Lions: http://www.rrstar.com/carousel/x1782334827/Ex-Boylan-kicker-Derek-Dimke-reflects-on-being-cut-by-Lions?zc_p=0
NFC North things to consider: http://www.cbc.ca/sports/football/nfl/story/2012/08/28/sp-nfl-packers-bears-lions-vikings.html
Prediction:
Madden predicts the Lions won't make the playoffs: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120828/SPORTS0101/208280316/1126/sports0101/Madden-predicts-Lions-won-t-make-playoffs
Video:
Smith, Coleman, Burleson and Backus post practice video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Smith-Coleman-Backus-and-Burleson/eb861934-fb57-4d39-a1c9-91fe47f6aa48
Stafford post practice video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Post-Practice-Video-Matthew-Stafford-08-27-12/0baf0f16-bd44-47a6-90ff-6ab7123f2289
Schwartz post practice video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Post-Practice-Video-Jim-Schwartz-08-27-12/d297023b-476f-40f2-9942-ddb5ba28f511
Twentyman's notebook: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Twentymans-Daily-Notebook-Who-practiced-who-didnt-following-Saturdays-injury-ridden-game/966e7579-b988-47de-98f2-38c526ca9821
Stafford now laughing about non-injury and the commotion it caused: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHara-Stafford-now-laughing-about-non-injury-and-the-commotion-it-caused/6b3cb041-685f-4af8-a1af-2b19321f537a
Lions shaky secondary gets veteran help: http://www.freep.com/article/20120828/SPORTS01/308280101/Shaky-secondary-gets-veteran-help
Stafford all smiles after hand scare, won't say if he's playing on Friday: http://www.freep.com/article/20120828/SPORTS01/308280132/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-playing-thursday?
Schwartz somewhat positive on secondary, injuries: http://www.freep.com/article/20120828/SPORTS01/308280138/detroit-lions-jim-Schwartz-somewhat-positive-on-secondary?
Lions beginning to look eerily similar to last year: http://www.freep.com/article/20120828/SPORTS01/120827102/jamie-samuelsen-s-blog-detroit-lions?
Stafford expects to play: http://espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp12/story/_/id/8306307/matthew-stafford-detroit-lions-hand-ready-week-1-source-says
Dimke reflects on being cut by Lions: http://www.rrstar.com/carousel/x1782334827/Ex-Boylan-kicker-Derek-Dimke-reflects-on-being-cut-by-Lions?zc_p=0
NFC North things to consider: http://www.cbc.ca/sports/football/nfl/story/2012/08/28/sp-nfl-packers-bears-lions-vikings.html
Prediction:
Madden predicts the Lions won't make the playoffs: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120828/SPORTS0101/208280316/1126/sports0101/Madden-predicts-Lions-won-t-make-playoffs
Video:
Smith, Coleman, Burleson and Backus post practice video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Smith-Coleman-Backus-and-Burleson/eb861934-fb57-4d39-a1c9-91fe47f6aa48
Stafford post practice video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Post-Practice-Video-Matthew-Stafford-08-27-12/0baf0f16-bd44-47a6-90ff-6ab7123f2289
Schwartz post practice video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Post-Practice-Video-Jim-Schwartz-08-27-12/d297023b-476f-40f2-9942-ddb5ba28f511
Monday, August 27, 2012
Evening Lions Links for Monday 8-27-12
Articles:
Schwartz says Best's six week stay on PUP will coincide with Doctor's recommendation: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Schwartz-says-Bests-six-week-stay-on-PUP-will-coincide-with-doctor-recommendations/e25afb08-4459-4075-a289-3bbfccea30c2
Lions make roster moves to make league mandated 75 player limit: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/Lions-make-roster-moves-to-meet-league-mandated-75-player-limit/bf3a5419-c09f-4873-9c17-290d3308703f
Does Stafford play or sit, Leshoure's performance and fantasy trade talk: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHaras-Monday-Countdown-Does-Stafford-play-or-sit-Leshoures-performance-and-fantasy-trade-talk/d1ca1ba7-52f1-47e6-a4a6-4bd4b3bc5e9e
Stafford back at practice, but no Bentley, Smith or Houston: http://blogs.detroitlions.com/2012/08/27/stafford-back-at-practice-but-no-houston-bentley-or-smith/
Hanson will be Lions kicker in 2012: http://blogs.detroitlions.com/2012/08/27/hanson-will-be-lions-kicker-in-2012-with-expected-release-of-derek-dimke/
Best, Greenwood starting on PUP list: http://www.freep.com/article/20120827/SPORTS01/120827054/detroit-lions-chris-greenwood-jahvid-best?
Lions injury update: http://www.freep.com/article/20120827/SPORTS01/120827094/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-bill-bentley-chris-houston?
Lions release Dimke, Bryant and others in first round of cuts: http://www.freep.com/article/20120827/SPORTS01/120827031/detroit-lions-roster-cuts?
Skins trade CB Barnes to Lions: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120827/SPORTS0101/208270408/1126/Report-Skins-trade-CB-Kevin-Barnes-Lions
Stafford looks healthy, but Lions banged up: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2012/08/27/sports/doc503bd7d46cacb044142415.txt
The answer hasn't been good about the Lions biggest question mark entering preseason: http://patcaputo.blogspot.com/2012/08/the-answer-hasnt-been-good-about.html
Run-Off or not to Run-Off? (This is a look at whether or not the officials made the right call at the end of the first half when the Raiders fumbled the ball out of bounds. According to the rulebook, they called it right.): http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/football/lions/run-off-or-not-to-run-off
Lions run into trouble with o-line: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/27/12/Lions-run-into-trouble-with-offensive-li/landing_lions.html?blockID=781259&feedID=3862
Valenti and Foster - One-on-one with Stafford: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2012/08/27/valenti-and-foster-one-on-one-with-matt-stafford/
Numbers say the Lions may be in trouble: http://www.examiner.com/article/numbers-say-the-detroit-lions-may-be-some-trouble
Rookie Buzz - A dozen week one contributors for the NFC North teams (For the Lions it's Bentley): http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45424/rookie-buzz-a-dozen-week-1-contributors
Lombardi's Blue/Red Chip players on offense (CJ is a blue chip, Stafford and Pettigrew are red chips): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000055261/article/eli-manning-rob-gronkowski-among-bluered-chips-on-offense?module=HP11_hot_topics
NFL's award predictions (4 analysts out of 16 pick CJ for offensive player of the year): http://www.nfl.com/kickoff/story/0ap1000000055270/article/2012-nfl-season-predictions-super-bowl-mvp-rookies-more?module=HP11_hot_topics
A team by team listing of all the roster cuts: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/08/25/75-man-roster-tracker/
Season Preview and Predictions:
NFL.com Lions' Preview (2 analysts predict the Lions to finish 8-8 and 2 predict the Lions to finish 9-7): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000054805/article/detroit-lions-2012-nfl-season-preview-predictions
NFC North Preview (He predicts the Lions to finish 10-6 and 2nd in the NFC North): http://www.midlandfreepress.com/2012/08/27/nfc-north-preview-lions-and-packers-and-bears-oh-my
PFW's Lions 2012 Preview Video (They predict the Lions to finish 9-7): http://bcove.me/1s981nj4
PFW's Don Parr's 2012 Predictions (He predicts the Lions to finish 3rd in the NFC North): http://www.profootballweekly.com/2012/08/27/dan-parrs-2012-nfl-predictions
Audio:
Stafford post practice audio: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Post-Practice-Audio-Matthew-Stafford-08-27-12/bc99fe41-4657-43f0-a5cc-c17c0f0fea2d
Schwartz post practice audio: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Post-Practice-Audio-Jim-Schwartz-08-27-12/ad5d4771-4d4c-411b-8f4d-d4a91b888e6d
Schwartz says Best's six week stay on PUP will coincide with Doctor's recommendation: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Schwartz-says-Bests-six-week-stay-on-PUP-will-coincide-with-doctor-recommendations/e25afb08-4459-4075-a289-3bbfccea30c2
Lions make roster moves to make league mandated 75 player limit: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/Lions-make-roster-moves-to-meet-league-mandated-75-player-limit/bf3a5419-c09f-4873-9c17-290d3308703f
Does Stafford play or sit, Leshoure's performance and fantasy trade talk: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHaras-Monday-Countdown-Does-Stafford-play-or-sit-Leshoures-performance-and-fantasy-trade-talk/d1ca1ba7-52f1-47e6-a4a6-4bd4b3bc5e9e
Stafford back at practice, but no Bentley, Smith or Houston: http://blogs.detroitlions.com/2012/08/27/stafford-back-at-practice-but-no-houston-bentley-or-smith/
Hanson will be Lions kicker in 2012: http://blogs.detroitlions.com/2012/08/27/hanson-will-be-lions-kicker-in-2012-with-expected-release-of-derek-dimke/
Best, Greenwood starting on PUP list: http://www.freep.com/article/20120827/SPORTS01/120827054/detroit-lions-chris-greenwood-jahvid-best?
Lions injury update: http://www.freep.com/article/20120827/SPORTS01/120827094/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-bill-bentley-chris-houston?
Lions release Dimke, Bryant and others in first round of cuts: http://www.freep.com/article/20120827/SPORTS01/120827031/detroit-lions-roster-cuts?
Skins trade CB Barnes to Lions: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120827/SPORTS0101/208270408/1126/Report-Skins-trade-CB-Kevin-Barnes-Lions
Stafford looks healthy, but Lions banged up: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2012/08/27/sports/doc503bd7d46cacb044142415.txt
The answer hasn't been good about the Lions biggest question mark entering preseason: http://patcaputo.blogspot.com/2012/08/the-answer-hasnt-been-good-about.html
Run-Off or not to Run-Off? (This is a look at whether or not the officials made the right call at the end of the first half when the Raiders fumbled the ball out of bounds. According to the rulebook, they called it right.): http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/football/lions/run-off-or-not-to-run-off
Lions run into trouble with o-line: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/27/12/Lions-run-into-trouble-with-offensive-li/landing_lions.html?blockID=781259&feedID=3862
Valenti and Foster - One-on-one with Stafford: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2012/08/27/valenti-and-foster-one-on-one-with-matt-stafford/
Numbers say the Lions may be in trouble: http://www.examiner.com/article/numbers-say-the-detroit-lions-may-be-some-trouble
Rookie Buzz - A dozen week one contributors for the NFC North teams (For the Lions it's Bentley): http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45424/rookie-buzz-a-dozen-week-1-contributors
Lombardi's Blue/Red Chip players on offense (CJ is a blue chip, Stafford and Pettigrew are red chips): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000055261/article/eli-manning-rob-gronkowski-among-bluered-chips-on-offense?module=HP11_hot_topics
NFL's award predictions (4 analysts out of 16 pick CJ for offensive player of the year): http://www.nfl.com/kickoff/story/0ap1000000055270/article/2012-nfl-season-predictions-super-bowl-mvp-rookies-more?module=HP11_hot_topics
A team by team listing of all the roster cuts: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/08/25/75-man-roster-tracker/
Season Preview and Predictions:
NFL.com Lions' Preview (2 analysts predict the Lions to finish 8-8 and 2 predict the Lions to finish 9-7): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000054805/article/detroit-lions-2012-nfl-season-preview-predictions
NFC North Preview (He predicts the Lions to finish 10-6 and 2nd in the NFC North): http://www.midlandfreepress.com/2012/08/27/nfc-north-preview-lions-and-packers-and-bears-oh-my
PFW's Lions 2012 Preview Video (They predict the Lions to finish 9-7): http://bcove.me/1s981nj4
PFW's Don Parr's 2012 Predictions (He predicts the Lions to finish 3rd in the NFC North): http://www.profootballweekly.com/2012/08/27/dan-parrs-2012-nfl-predictions
Audio:
Stafford post practice audio: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Post-Practice-Audio-Matthew-Stafford-08-27-12/bc99fe41-4657-43f0-a5cc-c17c0f0fea2d
Schwartz post practice audio: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Post-Practice-Audio-Jim-Schwartz-08-27-12/ad5d4771-4d4c-411b-8f4d-d4a91b888e6d
Morning Lions Links for Monday 8-27-12
Articles:
Pass attack will carry Lions offense again: http://www.freep.com/article/20120827/SPORTS01/308270106/detroit-lions-passing-game?
Lions notebook - Leshoure takes baby steps in debut: http://www.freep.com/article/20120827/SPORTS01/308270108/detroit-lions-mikel-Leshoure-takes-baby-steps-in-debut
Video:
Sunday's with Stoney (they talk about the Lions at 2:30): http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/sundays-with-stoney-826
Roundtable Lions: http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/video?clipId=7655898&autostart=true
Pass attack will carry Lions offense again: http://www.freep.com/article/20120827/SPORTS01/308270106/detroit-lions-passing-game?
Lions notebook - Leshoure takes baby steps in debut: http://www.freep.com/article/20120827/SPORTS01/308270108/detroit-lions-mikel-Leshoure-takes-baby-steps-in-debut
Video:
Sunday's with Stoney (they talk about the Lions at 2:30): http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/sundays-with-stoney-826
Roundtable Lions: http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/video?clipId=7655898&autostart=true
Sunday, August 26, 2012
Evening Lions Links for Sunday 8-26-12
Articles:
If last preseason is any indicator, Stafford won't see much playing time on Thursday: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/If-last-preseason-is-an-indicator-Stafford-wont-see-much-playing-time-on-Thursday/4982cf40-7943-4c8d-941d-fac2b82e2e21
Problems mount, uncertainty grows as opener approaches: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120826/OPINION03/208260327/1126/SPORTS0101/Problems-mount-uncertainty-grows-Lions-opener-approaches
Young a pass rusher on the rise: http://www.profootballweekly.com/2012/08/26/lions-young-a-pass-rusher-on-the-rise
Lions Team Report: http://www.usatoday.com/sports/football/nfl/lions/notes.htm
If last preseason is any indicator, Stafford won't see much playing time on Thursday: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/If-last-preseason-is-an-indicator-Stafford-wont-see-much-playing-time-on-Thursday/4982cf40-7943-4c8d-941d-fac2b82e2e21
Problems mount, uncertainty grows as opener approaches: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120826/OPINION03/208260327/1126/SPORTS0101/Problems-mount-uncertainty-grows-Lions-opener-approaches
Young a pass rusher on the rise: http://www.profootballweekly.com/2012/08/26/lions-young-a-pass-rusher-on-the-rise
Lions Team Report: http://www.usatoday.com/sports/football/nfl/lions/notes.htm
Afternoon Lions Links for Sunday 8-26-12
Articles:
Notebook - Inconsistent progress, special teams excels and KVB doesn't get in the game: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Postgame-Video-Mikel-Leshoure-08-25-12/22263fbc-8987-4595-8eb0-6c7d1528ab90
Stafford - Left hand ok; I'm ready for the regular season: http://www.freep.com/article/20120826/SPORTS01/120826011/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-left-hand-ok-regular-season?
Preseason game 3 - Lions avoid injury catastrophe: http://espn.go.com/blog/nflnation/post/_/id/62209/preseason3-lions-avoid-injury-catastrophe
Lions notebook vs. Raiders: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/nfl-rapidreports/19922079/lions-notebook-vs-raiders-x-rays-negative-on-matthew-stafford-kevin-smith
First impressions - Lions at Raiders: http://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2012/08/26/first-impressions-lions-raiders/
Notebook - Inconsistent progress, special teams excels and KVB doesn't get in the game: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Postgame-Video-Mikel-Leshoure-08-25-12/22263fbc-8987-4595-8eb0-6c7d1528ab90
Stafford - Left hand ok; I'm ready for the regular season: http://www.freep.com/article/20120826/SPORTS01/120826011/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-left-hand-ok-regular-season?
Preseason game 3 - Lions avoid injury catastrophe: http://espn.go.com/blog/nflnation/post/_/id/62209/preseason3-lions-avoid-injury-catastrophe
Lions notebook vs. Raiders: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/nfl-rapidreports/19922079/lions-notebook-vs-raiders-x-rays-negative-on-matthew-stafford-kevin-smith
First impressions - Lions at Raiders: http://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2012/08/26/first-impressions-lions-raiders/
My thoughts on preseason game 3
This was not a good game for the Lions. There were some bright spots, but more bad than good.
I'll start on offense with the QBs. I thought Stafford looked decent. He didn't make any super spectacular highlight throws, but he was accurate and didn't make any mistakes. I like that he spread the ball around, but he needs to do a better job of getting the ball to CJ early in the game. In two of the three games, CJ didn't see the ball until the third drive. That can't happen in the regular season. Other than the scoring drive, Hill looked bad. His throws were inaccurate and he didn't have much zip on the ball. He did a nice of running for some yards. If Stafford goes down for any amount of time, it won't be pretty. Moore was unimpressive again. His throws are bad and he just doesn't look comfortable out there.
Running game - What running game? It was awful last night. Leshoure was unimpressive. The announcers were really hyping him up, but he looked below average. Ya he broke a couple tackles, but he couldn't capitalize. He had 1 yd on 5 carries. Smith didn't look any better either. He looked like the Smith of old. Keiland Williams looked the best out of the bunch. With Smith and Leshoure being injured, it'll be interesting to see if the Lions give Ryan Grant a call or perhaps Maurice Morris. I think they do need to add someone else.
WRs and TEs - Burleson looked good out there. They finally decided to use him and he was the best WR for the Lions yesterday. He made some nice catches and looked good on the end around. He did a better job of running the ball than our RBs. Scheffler also looked good. He too made a couple nice catches. Broyles looked good again. He caught the passes that were thrown to him. Lance Long made some nice plays.
O-line - They were solid overall, but didn't help our running game too much. Reiff took a bad penalty and wasn't as good yesterday as the previous games.
Special Teams - Our special teams was much better yesterday. Our return game was better without Logan. Greene and Hughes both had some nice returns to help out the offense. I'd like to see more of Titus Young on punt returns. Our coverage unit was much better too. No big returns and we even pinned them back a couple times.
Defense - Our secondary was bad. Bentley got beat, Houston got beat, Alphonso Smith was awful, Lacey was bad. If Houston and Bentley are out, the Lions secondary will be in big trouble. The D-line didn't get enough pressure on the QB. Suh had the one sack to start the game, but after that the Lions didn't really get any pressure on the QBs. The defense gave up way too many yards, over 500. Pryor looked like a HOF out there. It scares me to think what Rodgers and any other good QB will do against our defense. There were some bright spots on defense. The defense did get some turnovers that unfortunately our offense couldn't take advantage of. Willie Young continues to be impressive. Also Tulloch looked good too. He made a couple great plays.
Overall, the Lions looked sloppy and unprepared. This just was not a good game. Hopefully the injuries aren't serious. This is why I wanted the Lions to do more to address the secondary and RB positions.
I'll start on offense with the QBs. I thought Stafford looked decent. He didn't make any super spectacular highlight throws, but he was accurate and didn't make any mistakes. I like that he spread the ball around, but he needs to do a better job of getting the ball to CJ early in the game. In two of the three games, CJ didn't see the ball until the third drive. That can't happen in the regular season. Other than the scoring drive, Hill looked bad. His throws were inaccurate and he didn't have much zip on the ball. He did a nice of running for some yards. If Stafford goes down for any amount of time, it won't be pretty. Moore was unimpressive again. His throws are bad and he just doesn't look comfortable out there.
Running game - What running game? It was awful last night. Leshoure was unimpressive. The announcers were really hyping him up, but he looked below average. Ya he broke a couple tackles, but he couldn't capitalize. He had 1 yd on 5 carries. Smith didn't look any better either. He looked like the Smith of old. Keiland Williams looked the best out of the bunch. With Smith and Leshoure being injured, it'll be interesting to see if the Lions give Ryan Grant a call or perhaps Maurice Morris. I think they do need to add someone else.
WRs and TEs - Burleson looked good out there. They finally decided to use him and he was the best WR for the Lions yesterday. He made some nice catches and looked good on the end around. He did a better job of running the ball than our RBs. Scheffler also looked good. He too made a couple nice catches. Broyles looked good again. He caught the passes that were thrown to him. Lance Long made some nice plays.
O-line - They were solid overall, but didn't help our running game too much. Reiff took a bad penalty and wasn't as good yesterday as the previous games.
Special Teams - Our special teams was much better yesterday. Our return game was better without Logan. Greene and Hughes both had some nice returns to help out the offense. I'd like to see more of Titus Young on punt returns. Our coverage unit was much better too. No big returns and we even pinned them back a couple times.
Defense - Our secondary was bad. Bentley got beat, Houston got beat, Alphonso Smith was awful, Lacey was bad. If Houston and Bentley are out, the Lions secondary will be in big trouble. The D-line didn't get enough pressure on the QB. Suh had the one sack to start the game, but after that the Lions didn't really get any pressure on the QBs. The defense gave up way too many yards, over 500. Pryor looked like a HOF out there. It scares me to think what Rodgers and any other good QB will do against our defense. There were some bright spots on defense. The defense did get some turnovers that unfortunately our offense couldn't take advantage of. Willie Young continues to be impressive. Also Tulloch looked good too. He made a couple great plays.
Overall, the Lions looked sloppy and unprepared. This just was not a good game. Hopefully the injuries aren't serious. This is why I wanted the Lions to do more to address the secondary and RB positions.
Morning Lions Links for Sunday 8-26-12
Articles:
Lions hobble away from 31-20 preseason loss at Oakland: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre3/article-1/Lions-hobble-away-from-31-20-preseason-loss-at-Oakland/ab9af4b0-a78f-40b6-b8e8-c1d8a729009a
Lions post game quotes: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/article-1/Lions-Postgame-Qotes-08-25-12/6cf1a686-30d6-4151-81ed-50c9c58259c7
Four Downs - Leshoure's first action, Willie Young's playmaking and Titus Young's punt return: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre3/article-1/Four-Downs-Leshoures-first-action-Willie-Youngs-playmaking-and-Titus-Youngs-punt-return/cae2ef53-636b-4cad-896f-e0e581ac8c40
O'Hara's burning questions - How concerned should fans be regarding Lions' injuries: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre3/article-1/OHaras-Burning-Questions-How-concerned-should-fans-be-regarding-Lions-injuries/85cec25d-fa1e-4fd8-8b54-642c43be8e7c
Lions fans can breathe easier - Stafford is alright: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre3/article-1/OHara-Lions-fans-can-breathe---Stafford-is-alright/63b80d63-8404-48bf-9c37-0539d3ed1462
Oakland 31 Lions 20 - Lions suffer painful loss to Raiders: http://www.freep.com/article/20120826/NEWS01/308260298/Oakland-31-Detroit-20-Lions-suffer-painful-loss-to-Raiders?
Delmas injury does not impact the Lions gameplan: http://www.freep.com/article/20120826/SPORTS01/308260260/Louis-Delmas-injury-does-not-impact-the-Lions-game-plan?
Leshoure runs aggressively in Lions debut: http://www.freep.com/article/20120826/SPORTS01/120826002/Mikel-Leshoure-runs-aggressively-in-Lions-debut?
Lions starters and backups shine on o-line: http://www.freep.com/article/20120826/SPORTS01/308260231/Lions-starters-and-backups-shine-on-offensive-line?
Three questions with Birkett: http://www.freep.com/article/20120826/SPORTS01/308260296/Three-Lions-questions-with-Free-Press-sports-writer-Dave-Birkett?
Before Megatron, CJ was simply 'Butterfingers': http://www.freep.com/article/20120826/SPORTS01/308260147/Ticker-Before-Megatron-Lions-Calvin-Johnson-was-simply-Butterfingers-?
Lions avoid serious injuries in exhibition loss to Raiders: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120825/SPORTS0101/208250406/1126/sports0101/Lions-avoid-serious-injuries-exhibition-loss-Raiders
Lions notebook - Lions keep Leshoure's workload conservative: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120825/SPORTS0101/208250412/1126/sports0101/Lions-notebook-Lions-keep-Mikel-Leshoure-conservative-workload
Stafford leaves game with injury on non-throwing hand: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120825/SPORTS0101/208250399/1126/sports0101/Lions-QB-Matthew-Stafford-leaves-game-injury-non-throwing-hand
Lions can't stop Pryor, lose at Oakland 31-20: http://blogs.detroitnews.com/lions/2012/08/25/lions-cant-stop-terrelle-pryor-lose-31-20-at-oakland/
Lions loss to Raiders not pretty, marred by injuries: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2012/08/26/sports/doc503995d3cef4e644170634.txt
Tom's take from the Lions loss to the Raiders: http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/football/lions/toms-take-from-lions-loss-to-raiders
Stafford injures hand; Lions lose to Raiders: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/25/12/Stafford-injures-hand-Lions-lose-to-Raid/landing_lions.html?blockID=780821&feedID=3862
Lions outgunned in loss to Raiders: http://www.examiner.com/article/lions-outgunned-loss-to-raiders
Stafford's injury said to be minor: http://espn.go.com/blog/nflnation/post/_/id/62196/matthew-staffords-injury-said-to-be-minor
Stafford injures hand, Lions lose to Raiders: http://sports.yahoo.com/news/stafford-injures-hand-lions-lose-023626928--nfl.html
Leshoure makes debut, Stafford, Smith and both starting CBs leave game with injuries: http://www.nationalfootballauthority.com/2012/08/detroit-lions-mikel-leshoure-makes.html
What we learned from Saturday's preseason games: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000055013/article/lessons-learned-from-saturdays-preseason-games
Articles from Opposing Team's Media:
Raiders beat the Lions 31-20: http://www.mercurynews.com/raiders/ci_21402274/oakland-raiders-beat-detroit-lions-31-20?
Raiders batter the Lions: http://www.timesheraldonline.com/sports/ci_21404157/raiders-defense-hits-hard-win-over-lions
Raiders defense tames Megatron and Lions' run game: http://www.sbreport.net/raider_news/008/9458.html
Miscellaneous:
For those that wanted the Lions to draft DeCastro, he suffered a potentially serious knee injury: http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2012-08-25/david-decastro-injury-update-steelers-rookie-lineman-carted-off-with-knee-issue
Lions hobble away from 31-20 preseason loss at Oakland: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre3/article-1/Lions-hobble-away-from-31-20-preseason-loss-at-Oakland/ab9af4b0-a78f-40b6-b8e8-c1d8a729009a
Lions post game quotes: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/article-1/Lions-Postgame-Qotes-08-25-12/6cf1a686-30d6-4151-81ed-50c9c58259c7
Four Downs - Leshoure's first action, Willie Young's playmaking and Titus Young's punt return: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre3/article-1/Four-Downs-Leshoures-first-action-Willie-Youngs-playmaking-and-Titus-Youngs-punt-return/cae2ef53-636b-4cad-896f-e0e581ac8c40
O'Hara's burning questions - How concerned should fans be regarding Lions' injuries: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre3/article-1/OHaras-Burning-Questions-How-concerned-should-fans-be-regarding-Lions-injuries/85cec25d-fa1e-4fd8-8b54-642c43be8e7c
Lions fans can breathe easier - Stafford is alright: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/2012-pre3/article-1/OHara-Lions-fans-can-breathe---Stafford-is-alright/63b80d63-8404-48bf-9c37-0539d3ed1462
Oakland 31 Lions 20 - Lions suffer painful loss to Raiders: http://www.freep.com/article/20120826/NEWS01/308260298/Oakland-31-Detroit-20-Lions-suffer-painful-loss-to-Raiders?
Delmas injury does not impact the Lions gameplan: http://www.freep.com/article/20120826/SPORTS01/308260260/Louis-Delmas-injury-does-not-impact-the-Lions-game-plan?
Leshoure runs aggressively in Lions debut: http://www.freep.com/article/20120826/SPORTS01/120826002/Mikel-Leshoure-runs-aggressively-in-Lions-debut?
Lions starters and backups shine on o-line: http://www.freep.com/article/20120826/SPORTS01/308260231/Lions-starters-and-backups-shine-on-offensive-line?
Three questions with Birkett: http://www.freep.com/article/20120826/SPORTS01/308260296/Three-Lions-questions-with-Free-Press-sports-writer-Dave-Birkett?
Before Megatron, CJ was simply 'Butterfingers': http://www.freep.com/article/20120826/SPORTS01/308260147/Ticker-Before-Megatron-Lions-Calvin-Johnson-was-simply-Butterfingers-?
Lions avoid serious injuries in exhibition loss to Raiders: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120825/SPORTS0101/208250406/1126/sports0101/Lions-avoid-serious-injuries-exhibition-loss-Raiders
Lions notebook - Lions keep Leshoure's workload conservative: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120825/SPORTS0101/208250412/1126/sports0101/Lions-notebook-Lions-keep-Mikel-Leshoure-conservative-workload
Stafford leaves game with injury on non-throwing hand: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120825/SPORTS0101/208250399/1126/sports0101/Lions-QB-Matthew-Stafford-leaves-game-injury-non-throwing-hand
Lions can't stop Pryor, lose at Oakland 31-20: http://blogs.detroitnews.com/lions/2012/08/25/lions-cant-stop-terrelle-pryor-lose-31-20-at-oakland/
Lions loss to Raiders not pretty, marred by injuries: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2012/08/26/sports/doc503995d3cef4e644170634.txt
Tom's take from the Lions loss to the Raiders: http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/football/lions/toms-take-from-lions-loss-to-raiders
Stafford injures hand; Lions lose to Raiders: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/25/12/Stafford-injures-hand-Lions-lose-to-Raid/landing_lions.html?blockID=780821&feedID=3862
Lions outgunned in loss to Raiders: http://www.examiner.com/article/lions-outgunned-loss-to-raiders
Stafford's injury said to be minor: http://espn.go.com/blog/nflnation/post/_/id/62196/matthew-staffords-injury-said-to-be-minor
Stafford injures hand, Lions lose to Raiders: http://sports.yahoo.com/news/stafford-injures-hand-lions-lose-023626928--nfl.html
Leshoure makes debut, Stafford, Smith and both starting CBs leave game with injuries: http://www.nationalfootballauthority.com/2012/08/detroit-lions-mikel-leshoure-makes.html
What we learned from Saturday's preseason games: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000055013/article/lessons-learned-from-saturdays-preseason-games
Articles from Opposing Team's Media:
Raiders beat the Lions 31-20: http://www.mercurynews.com/raiders/ci_21402274/oakland-raiders-beat-detroit-lions-31-20?
Raiders batter the Lions: http://www.timesheraldonline.com/sports/ci_21404157/raiders-defense-hits-hard-win-over-lions
Raiders defense tames Megatron and Lions' run game: http://www.sbreport.net/raider_news/008/9458.html
Miscellaneous:
For those that wanted the Lions to draft DeCastro, he suffered a potentially serious knee injury: http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2012-08-25/david-decastro-injury-update-steelers-rookie-lineman-carted-off-with-knee-issue
Video Highlights for Preseason Game 3 Lions-Oakland
Videos:
Highlights:
Pettigrew 7 yd TD catch: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Pettigrew-7-yard-TD-catch/78175618-0a3e-4a17-8242-9499efd721f9
Gottlieb 10 yd TD catch: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Gottlieb-10-yard-TD-catch/54dfaa59-ffee-4abd-b736-906793002ee8
Tulloch interception: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Tulloch-interception/43dd8cc5-87e3-44b1-9036-aeeef3c2ff71
Lions vs. Raiders Highlights: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Lions-vs-Raiders-highlights/233041a9-c568-4851-9ca0-456f0520b1b2
Stafford injured in Lions loss: http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=8304095
Interviews:
Schwartz on Lions 31-20 loss at Oakland: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Schwartz-on-Lions-31-20-loss-at-Oakland/2e9f3da8-6372-47b7-9d73-5fa3666064f3
Leshoure post game video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Postgame-Video-Mikel-Leshoure-08-25-12/22263fbc-8987-4595-8eb0-6c7d1528ab90
Highlights:
Pettigrew 7 yd TD catch: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Pettigrew-7-yard-TD-catch/78175618-0a3e-4a17-8242-9499efd721f9
Gottlieb 10 yd TD catch: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Gottlieb-10-yard-TD-catch/54dfaa59-ffee-4abd-b736-906793002ee8
Tulloch interception: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Tulloch-interception/43dd8cc5-87e3-44b1-9036-aeeef3c2ff71
Lions vs. Raiders Highlights: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Lions-vs-Raiders-highlights/233041a9-c568-4851-9ca0-456f0520b1b2
Stafford injured in Lions loss: http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=8304095
Interviews:
Schwartz on Lions 31-20 loss at Oakland: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Schwartz-on-Lions-31-20-loss-at-Oakland/2e9f3da8-6372-47b7-9d73-5fa3666064f3
Leshoure post game video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Postgame-Video-Mikel-Leshoure-08-25-12/22263fbc-8987-4595-8eb0-6c7d1528ab90
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Evening Lions Links for Saturday 8-25-12
Articles:
Ten questions from Twentyman: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/article-1/10-questions-with-Twentyman-What-should-fans-expect-from-Leshoure-tonight/a6b98f56-06ef-4c4f-8b01-df85737308ed
Lions Bubble Watch - Longtime Lion Andre Fluellen fighting for job: http://www.cbssports.com/general/blog/nfl-rapidreports/19912195/lions-bubble-watch-longtime-lion-andre-fluellen-fighting-for-job
Things get closer to the real thing in week 3: http://nfl.si.com/2012/08/23/things-get-closer-to-the-real-thing-in-preseasons-week-3/#more-5797
Predictions:
Lions season, game by game prediction (Fans can vote on each game, either win or loss. Currently the Lions are predicted to win 12 games): http://www.freep.com/article/99999999/SPORTS01/120816024/Predict-Lions-season-game-by-game?
Ten questions from Twentyman: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/article-1/10-questions-with-Twentyman-What-should-fans-expect-from-Leshoure-tonight/a6b98f56-06ef-4c4f-8b01-df85737308ed
Lions Bubble Watch - Longtime Lion Andre Fluellen fighting for job: http://www.cbssports.com/general/blog/nfl-rapidreports/19912195/lions-bubble-watch-longtime-lion-andre-fluellen-fighting-for-job
Things get closer to the real thing in week 3: http://nfl.si.com/2012/08/23/things-get-closer-to-the-real-thing-in-preseasons-week-3/#more-5797
Predictions:
Lions season, game by game prediction (Fans can vote on each game, either win or loss. Currently the Lions are predicted to win 12 games): http://www.freep.com/article/99999999/SPORTS01/120816024/Predict-Lions-season-game-by-game?
Afternoon Lions Links for Saturday 8-25-12
Articles:
Leshoure to take the playing field for the first time in two years: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/article-1/OHara-Leshoure-to-take-the-playing-field-for-the-first-time-in-almost-two-years/376acebe-65b4-4447-bff9-2a88185f08ef
Lions at Raiders - What to watch for: http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/football/lions/lions-at-raiders-what-to-watch-for
Karsch, Anderson, Fithian think the Lions should grab MJD: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2012/08/25/karsch-anderson-fithian-think-lions-should-grab-maurice-jones-drew/
Season Preview:
SI's NFC North Preview (He predicts the Lions to finish 3rd in the North with a record of 9-7): http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/dennis_dillon/08/24/nfc-north-preview-2012/1.html
Leshoure to take the playing field for the first time in two years: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/gameday/article-1/OHara-Leshoure-to-take-the-playing-field-for-the-first-time-in-almost-two-years/376acebe-65b4-4447-bff9-2a88185f08ef
Lions at Raiders - What to watch for: http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/football/lions/lions-at-raiders-what-to-watch-for
Karsch, Anderson, Fithian think the Lions should grab MJD: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2012/08/25/karsch-anderson-fithian-think-lions-should-grab-maurice-jones-drew/
Season Preview:
SI's NFC North Preview (He predicts the Lions to finish 3rd in the North with a record of 9-7): http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/dennis_dillon/08/24/nfc-north-preview-2012/1.html
Morning Lions Links for Saturday 8-25-12
Articles:
Silva works hard to be trustworthy: http://www.freep.com/article/20120825/SPORTS01/308250104/Lions-Ricardo-Silva-works-hard-to-be-trustworthy?
Lions WR Wallace Miles catching on in the NFL: http://www.freep.com/article/20120825/SPORTS01/308250032/Lions-receiver-Wallace-Miles-catching-on-in-the-NFL?
Leshoure's long awaited debut looms: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120825/SPORTS0101/208250329/1126/sports0101/Running-back-Mikel-Leshoure-s-long-awaited-Lions-debut-looms
Lions at Raiders - 5 things to watch: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120825/SPORTS0101/208250330/1126/sports0101/Lions-Raiders-5-things-watch
Hazing rookies a hot topic among Lions: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120825/SPORTS0101/208250333/1126/sports0101/Hazing-rookies-hot-topic-among-Lions
Lions arrive in California for Saturday's game: http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/football/lions/lions-arrive-in-california-for-saturdays-game
Hughes offers glimpse of life on the NFL roster bubble: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/nfl-rapidreports/19902124/lions-nate-hughes-offers-glimpse-of-life-on-the-nfl-roster-bubble
Silva works hard to be trustworthy: http://www.freep.com/article/20120825/SPORTS01/308250104/Lions-Ricardo-Silva-works-hard-to-be-trustworthy?
Lions WR Wallace Miles catching on in the NFL: http://www.freep.com/article/20120825/SPORTS01/308250032/Lions-receiver-Wallace-Miles-catching-on-in-the-NFL?
Leshoure's long awaited debut looms: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120825/SPORTS0101/208250329/1126/sports0101/Running-back-Mikel-Leshoure-s-long-awaited-Lions-debut-looms
Lions at Raiders - 5 things to watch: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120825/SPORTS0101/208250330/1126/sports0101/Lions-Raiders-5-things-watch
Hazing rookies a hot topic among Lions: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120825/SPORTS0101/208250333/1126/sports0101/Hazing-rookies-hot-topic-among-Lions
Lions arrive in California for Saturday's game: http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/football/lions/lions-arrive-in-california-for-saturdays-game
Hughes offers glimpse of life on the NFL roster bubble: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/nfl-rapidreports/19902124/lions-nate-hughes-offers-glimpse-of-life-on-the-nfl-roster-bubble
Friday, August 24, 2012
Evening Lions Links for Friday 8-24-12
Articles:
Time for Fairley to show us what he's got: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2012/08/time-for-dt-nick-fairley-to-show-us.html
You could be the proud owner of paint chips from Suh's car accident: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2012/08/you-could-be-proud-owner-of-paint-chips.html
Spin Doctors - Stafford vs. Newton: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/fantasy-roto-arcade/spin-doctors-matthew-stafford-vs-cam-newton-203504179--fantasy.html
Preseason Preview:
Lions-Raiders Preview: http://www.examiner.com/article/preseason-preview-game-three-detroit-lions-v-oakland-raiders
Articles from Opposing Team's Media:
Game Preview - Lions vs. Raiders: http://www.raiders.com/news/article-1/Game-Preview-Raiders-vs-Lions/1fc26061-f8e6-4ce0-b895-42be27e181e6
Time for Fairley to show us what he's got: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2012/08/time-for-dt-nick-fairley-to-show-us.html
You could be the proud owner of paint chips from Suh's car accident: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2012/08/you-could-be-proud-owner-of-paint-chips.html
Spin Doctors - Stafford vs. Newton: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/fantasy-roto-arcade/spin-doctors-matthew-stafford-vs-cam-newton-203504179--fantasy.html
Preseason Preview:
Lions-Raiders Preview: http://www.examiner.com/article/preseason-preview-game-three-detroit-lions-v-oakland-raiders
Articles from Opposing Team's Media:
Game Preview - Lions vs. Raiders: http://www.raiders.com/news/article-1/Game-Preview-Raiders-vs-Lions/1fc26061-f8e6-4ce0-b895-42be27e181e6
Afternoon Lions Links for Friday 8-24-12
Articles:
Lions o-line has achieved unheard of consistency: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHara-Lions-O-line-has-achieved-unheard-of-consistency/9628cc17-ddb4-422b-a3c7-571eb84f5fa9
When will the Fairley of the first quarter at New Orleans be back?: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/When-will-the-Nick-Fairley-of-the-first-quarter-at-New-Orleans-be-back/ddda6ecc-b04c-4e9c-9b55-238988fcffbd
Moore has one more week to make case for inclusion on roster: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Moore-has-one-more-week-to-make-a-case-for-inclusion-on-the-final-roster/9be536b5-4e72-4946-b99c-9b4dffc0edf0
Lions - Raiders things to watch: http://www.freep.com/article/20120824/SPORTS01/120824044/detroit-lions-oakland-raiders-things-to-watch
Uniform rankings (Lions ranked 108 - I honestly don't know how the Lions can be ranked that poorly. I like their uniforms much better than any other Detroit team and and any other NFL team for that matter.): http://www.freep.com/article/20120824/SPORTS05/120824033/espn-uniform-rankings-detroit-red-wings?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Detroit%20Lions
Schefter - Lions 2nd round pick and Leshoure could get the Lions MJD?: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120824/SPORTS0101/208240423/1126/sports0101/ESPN-s-Schefter-2nd-round-pick-Lions-Leshoure-could-get-Jones-Drew
5 players that must perform against Raiders: http://det.scout.com/2/1214553.html
5 storylines for Saturday's preseason game: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/24/12/Lions-RB-Leshoure-expected-to-play-Satur/landing_lions.html?blockID=780193&feedID=3862
Potential trades entering the season (One mentioned is Burleson for CB Mike Jenkins): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000054037/article/reggie-bush-for-mike-wallace-potential-trades-entering-season?module=HP11_content_stream
Six players who retired too soon (The #1 player is Barry Sanders): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000054027/article/six-players-who-retired-from-the-nfl-too-soon?module=HP11_content_stream
Preseason Previews:
Week 3 Previews: http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45297/previewing-preseason-week-3-part-ii
Articles from Opposing Team's Media:
Raiders defensive makeover to be tested by the Lions: http://www.insidebayarea.com/raiders/ci_21392996/oakland-raiders-defensive-makeover-be-tested-by-detroit
Lions o-line has achieved unheard of consistency: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHara-Lions-O-line-has-achieved-unheard-of-consistency/9628cc17-ddb4-422b-a3c7-571eb84f5fa9
When will the Fairley of the first quarter at New Orleans be back?: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/When-will-the-Nick-Fairley-of-the-first-quarter-at-New-Orleans-be-back/ddda6ecc-b04c-4e9c-9b55-238988fcffbd
Moore has one more week to make case for inclusion on roster: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Moore-has-one-more-week-to-make-a-case-for-inclusion-on-the-final-roster/9be536b5-4e72-4946-b99c-9b4dffc0edf0
Lions - Raiders things to watch: http://www.freep.com/article/20120824/SPORTS01/120824044/detroit-lions-oakland-raiders-things-to-watch
Uniform rankings (Lions ranked 108 - I honestly don't know how the Lions can be ranked that poorly. I like their uniforms much better than any other Detroit team and and any other NFL team for that matter.): http://www.freep.com/article/20120824/SPORTS05/120824033/espn-uniform-rankings-detroit-red-wings?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Detroit%20Lions
Schefter - Lions 2nd round pick and Leshoure could get the Lions MJD?: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120824/SPORTS0101/208240423/1126/sports0101/ESPN-s-Schefter-2nd-round-pick-Lions-Leshoure-could-get-Jones-Drew
5 players that must perform against Raiders: http://det.scout.com/2/1214553.html
5 storylines for Saturday's preseason game: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/24/12/Lions-RB-Leshoure-expected-to-play-Satur/landing_lions.html?blockID=780193&feedID=3862
Potential trades entering the season (One mentioned is Burleson for CB Mike Jenkins): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000054037/article/reggie-bush-for-mike-wallace-potential-trades-entering-season?module=HP11_content_stream
Six players who retired too soon (The #1 player is Barry Sanders): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000054027/article/six-players-who-retired-from-the-nfl-too-soon?module=HP11_content_stream
Preseason Previews:
Week 3 Previews: http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45297/previewing-preseason-week-3-part-ii
Articles from Opposing Team's Media:
Raiders defensive makeover to be tested by the Lions: http://www.insidebayarea.com/raiders/ci_21392996/oakland-raiders-defensive-makeover-be-tested-by-detroit
Morning Lions Links for Friday 8-24-12
Articles:
Hope runs deep for Leshoure's debut: http://www.freep.com/article/20120824/SPORTS01/308240122/Hope-runs-deep-for-Mikel-Leshoure-s-Lions-debut?
Durant on newly acquired Osgood - He's just a beast: http://www.freep.com/article/20120824/SPORTS01/308240124/PUP-decision-for-Best-is-looming?
Moore locks up Lions 3rd QB position after Archer is released: http://www.freep.com/article/20120824/SPORTS01/308240080/Kellen-Moore-locks-up-Lions-third-string-QB-position-after-R-J-Archer-is-released?
Simple works for Lions OC Linehan: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120824/SPORTS0101/208240346/1126/Simple-works-Lions-offensive-coordinator-Scott-Linehan
Articles from Opposing Team's Media:
Raiders ready for big test with Lions: http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/teams/raiders/2012/08/raiders-defense-ready-big-test-lions
Video:
Osgood a Lion?: http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/video?clipId=7646285&autostart=true
Hope runs deep for Leshoure's debut: http://www.freep.com/article/20120824/SPORTS01/308240122/Hope-runs-deep-for-Mikel-Leshoure-s-Lions-debut?
Durant on newly acquired Osgood - He's just a beast: http://www.freep.com/article/20120824/SPORTS01/308240124/PUP-decision-for-Best-is-looming?
Moore locks up Lions 3rd QB position after Archer is released: http://www.freep.com/article/20120824/SPORTS01/308240080/Kellen-Moore-locks-up-Lions-third-string-QB-position-after-R-J-Archer-is-released?
Simple works for Lions OC Linehan: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120824/SPORTS0101/208240346/1126/Simple-works-Lions-offensive-coordinator-Scott-Linehan
Articles from Opposing Team's Media:
Raiders ready for big test with Lions: http://www.sfexaminer.com/sports/teams/raiders/2012/08/raiders-defense-ready-big-test-lions
Video:
Osgood a Lion?: http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/video?clipId=7646285&autostart=true
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Evening Lions Links for Thursday 8-23-12
Articles:
Stafford taking more ownership of Linehan's offense: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Stafford-taking-more-ownership-of-Linehans-offense/722e06e1-9560-43b8-b1d8-5a868bce4754
First impressions - second rounders 53-63 (Broyles is discussed): http://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2012/08/23/first-impressions-second-rounders-no-53-to-no-63/
Lions test Osgood with intense workout: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120823/SPORTS0101/208230469/1126/sports0101/Lions-test-newcomer-Kassim-Osgood-intense-workout
Osgood hopes to impact special teams: http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/football/lions/osgood-hopes-to-make-impact-on-special-teams
AJ Green learns how to be elite wideout from CJ: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000053184/article/aj-green-learns-how-to-be-elite-wideout-from-calvin-johnson?module=HP11_content_stream
Video:
Osgood on the importance of special teams: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Osgood-on-the-importance-of-special-teams/0a3192f0-1c0c-4663-bd97-6345079674d1
Linehan post practice video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Post-Practice-Video-Scott-Linehan-08-23-12/18c4be7f-14e7-4f81-80b7-82c0faf6cbcb
Audio:
Schwartz post practice audio: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Post-Practice-Audio-Jim-Schwartz-08-23-12/0eab79c7-4477-471b-a1b8-c98952095b7d
Linehan post practice audio: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Post-Practice-Audio-Scott-Linehan-08-23-12/76f5282b-eff0-446d-9cac-86454bae7aa5
Stafford taking more ownership of Linehan's offense: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Stafford-taking-more-ownership-of-Linehans-offense/722e06e1-9560-43b8-b1d8-5a868bce4754
First impressions - second rounders 53-63 (Broyles is discussed): http://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2012/08/23/first-impressions-second-rounders-no-53-to-no-63/
Lions test Osgood with intense workout: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20120823/SPORTS0101/208230469/1126/sports0101/Lions-test-newcomer-Kassim-Osgood-intense-workout
Osgood hopes to impact special teams: http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/football/lions/osgood-hopes-to-make-impact-on-special-teams
AJ Green learns how to be elite wideout from CJ: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000053184/article/aj-green-learns-how-to-be-elite-wideout-from-calvin-johnson?module=HP11_content_stream
Video:
Osgood on the importance of special teams: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Osgood-on-the-importance-of-special-teams/0a3192f0-1c0c-4663-bd97-6345079674d1
Linehan post practice video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Post-Practice-Video-Scott-Linehan-08-23-12/18c4be7f-14e7-4f81-80b7-82c0faf6cbcb
Audio:
Schwartz post practice audio: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Post-Practice-Audio-Jim-Schwartz-08-23-12/0eab79c7-4477-471b-a1b8-c98952095b7d
Linehan post practice audio: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/audio/Post-Practice-Audio-Scott-Linehan-08-23-12/76f5282b-eff0-446d-9cac-86454bae7aa5
Afternoon Lions Links for Thursday 8-23-12
Articles:
Leshoure looks to finally make his professional debut: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Leshoure-looks-to-finally-make-his-professional-debut/37a8b303-abe3-496e-9d3d-a733b96b6a68
Twentyman's Daily notebook: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Twentymans-Daily-Notebook-Bests-status-Osgood-arrives-and-injury-report/0eea08c0-cc51-4bf2-b476-181ad35b84c1
Johnson is the best today, but is better than Jerry Rice, the best of all time?: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHara-Johnson-is-the-best-today-but-is-he-better-than-Jerry-Rice-the-best-of-all-time/fd46ae3e-2bea-4a45-8be6-27a22fc91bf6
Lions sign special teams ace Kassim Osgood, release Archer: http://blogs.detroitlions.com/2012/08/23/lions-sign-special-teams-ace-kassim-osgood-release-qb-r-j-archer/
New Lion Kassim Osgood - Up here it's no nonsense: http://www.freep.com/article/20120823/SPORTS01/120823049/detroit-lions-kassim-osgood?
No decision yet on Best, but signs point to PUP: http://www.freep.com/article/20120823/SPORTS01/120823041/detroit-lions-jahvid-best-concussion-pup-list?
Good news for Kellen Moore? Lions release Archer: http://www.freep.com/article/20120823/SPORTS01/120823020/detroit-lions-kassim-osgood-rj-archer-kellen-moore?
KVB misses practice, unlikely to play vs. Raiders: http://www.freep.com/article/20120823/SPORTS01/120823033/detroit-lions-kyle-vanden-bosch-injury?
Lions notes: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2012/08/23/sports/doc50366b1c71881007787544.txt
Lions waiting on Fairley's breakout: http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45230/lions-still-waiting-on-nick-fairleys-breakout
Suh may have to settle for HOF status, while being vilified for how he got there: http://www.nationalfootballauthority.com/2012/08/detroit-lions-ndamukong-suh-may-have-to.html
Lions prepare for third exhibition tilt: http://det.scout.com/2/1214166.html
Young on track for breakout year: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/23/12/Young-on-track-for-breakout-year/landing_lions.html?blockID=779659&feedID=3862
Kevin Smith interview (there's an audio link in there too): http://sportsradiointerviews.com/2012/08/23/kevin-smith-detroit-lions-jahvid-best-nfl/
Statistical storylines will loom every team in 2012 season (For the Lions, he thinks the d-line is overrated.): http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/kerry_byrne/08/21/season-storylines/1.html
Clayton's QB rankings - Stafford is ranked in the elite group at #12: http://espn.go.com/nfl/preview12/story/_/id/8295967/nfl-quarterback-rankings-john-clayton-reveals-2012-hierarchy-signal-callers-part-2
5 single season NFL records that could be broken (#5 is passing yds and Stafford is mentioned as one of the QBs that could do it. #4 is the receiving yards. He thinks CJ could break this one. #1 is passing attempts and he also thinks Stafford could be one of the QBs that breaks this one):
http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/five-single-season-nfl-records-could-broken-2012-164717379--nfl.html
NFL Articles:
NFL's 2012-2013 calendar released: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/eye-on-football/19872086/2012-13-nfl-calendar-released
NFLPA rejects IR rule changes: http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/nflpa-rejects-rules-changes-trade-deadline-injured-reserve-082312
Preseason Previews:
TSN's Lions-Raiders Preview: http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/scores/live/preview.aspx?id=4102
Season Preview:
TSN's Lions 2012 Preview: http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4523457
Video:
Schwartz post practice video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Post-Practice-Video-Jim-Schwartz-08-23-12/73310c03-ae87-43c3-8697-694f81296931
Taking a look at possible MJD destinations (He discusses the Lions at 1:35, but thinks it's unlikely because of cap issues): http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/08/23/taking-a-look-at-the-teams-that-may-want-mjd/
Leshoure looks to finally make his professional debut: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Leshoure-looks-to-finally-make-his-professional-debut/37a8b303-abe3-496e-9d3d-a733b96b6a68
Twentyman's Daily notebook: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Twentymans-Daily-Notebook-Bests-status-Osgood-arrives-and-injury-report/0eea08c0-cc51-4bf2-b476-181ad35b84c1
Johnson is the best today, but is better than Jerry Rice, the best of all time?: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHara-Johnson-is-the-best-today-but-is-he-better-than-Jerry-Rice-the-best-of-all-time/fd46ae3e-2bea-4a45-8be6-27a22fc91bf6
Lions sign special teams ace Kassim Osgood, release Archer: http://blogs.detroitlions.com/2012/08/23/lions-sign-special-teams-ace-kassim-osgood-release-qb-r-j-archer/
New Lion Kassim Osgood - Up here it's no nonsense: http://www.freep.com/article/20120823/SPORTS01/120823049/detroit-lions-kassim-osgood?
No decision yet on Best, but signs point to PUP: http://www.freep.com/article/20120823/SPORTS01/120823041/detroit-lions-jahvid-best-concussion-pup-list?
Good news for Kellen Moore? Lions release Archer: http://www.freep.com/article/20120823/SPORTS01/120823020/detroit-lions-kassim-osgood-rj-archer-kellen-moore?
KVB misses practice, unlikely to play vs. Raiders: http://www.freep.com/article/20120823/SPORTS01/120823033/detroit-lions-kyle-vanden-bosch-injury?
Lions notes: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2012/08/23/sports/doc50366b1c71881007787544.txt
Lions waiting on Fairley's breakout: http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/45230/lions-still-waiting-on-nick-fairleys-breakout
Suh may have to settle for HOF status, while being vilified for how he got there: http://www.nationalfootballauthority.com/2012/08/detroit-lions-ndamukong-suh-may-have-to.html
Lions prepare for third exhibition tilt: http://det.scout.com/2/1214166.html
Young on track for breakout year: http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/08/23/12/Young-on-track-for-breakout-year/landing_lions.html?blockID=779659&feedID=3862
Kevin Smith interview (there's an audio link in there too): http://sportsradiointerviews.com/2012/08/23/kevin-smith-detroit-lions-jahvid-best-nfl/
Statistical storylines will loom every team in 2012 season (For the Lions, he thinks the d-line is overrated.): http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/kerry_byrne/08/21/season-storylines/1.html
Clayton's QB rankings - Stafford is ranked in the elite group at #12: http://espn.go.com/nfl/preview12/story/_/id/8295967/nfl-quarterback-rankings-john-clayton-reveals-2012-hierarchy-signal-callers-part-2
5 single season NFL records that could be broken (#5 is passing yds and Stafford is mentioned as one of the QBs that could do it. #4 is the receiving yards. He thinks CJ could break this one. #1 is passing attempts and he also thinks Stafford could be one of the QBs that breaks this one):
http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/five-single-season-nfl-records-could-broken-2012-164717379--nfl.html
NFL Articles:
NFL's 2012-2013 calendar released: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/eye-on-football/19872086/2012-13-nfl-calendar-released
NFLPA rejects IR rule changes: http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/nflpa-rejects-rules-changes-trade-deadline-injured-reserve-082312
Preseason Previews:
TSN's Lions-Raiders Preview: http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/scores/live/preview.aspx?id=4102
Season Preview:
TSN's Lions 2012 Preview: http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4523457
Video:
Schwartz post practice video: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Post-Practice-Video-Jim-Schwartz-08-23-12/73310c03-ae87-43c3-8697-694f81296931
Taking a look at possible MJD destinations (He discusses the Lions at 1:35, but thinks it's unlikely because of cap issues): http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/08/23/taking-a-look-at-the-teams-that-may-want-mjd/
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