Defensive Ends (5):
#94 - Ezekiel Ansah:
Before draft info: http://captainbluelionslinks.blogspot.com/2013/04/ezekiel-ansah.html
After draft info: http://captainbluelionslinks.blogspot.com/2013/04/ezekiel-ansah_25.html
Friday's comments from Schwartz, Cunningham (Cunningham discusses Ansah): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/10/12/4824976/lions-quotes-jim-schwartz-gunther-cunningham-friday
Lions notes (Ansah's sack in GB was changed to a half of sack) (10-11-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/10/12/4829178/lions-notes-israel-idonije-fined
Ansah, ignorance is bliss as he endures murderers' row of LTs (10-11-3): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/10/for_lions_ezekiel_ansah_ignora.html
Video - Ansah on bringing his game (10-11-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/PRACTICE-REPORT-Calvin-Johnson-listed-as-questionable-for-Sunday/d6bf9755-1cae-4651-965e-f7469d38a456
Two Lions remain on Kiper's Rookie Rankings (Ansah is 4th, Warford is 8th) (10-10-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/1742/two-lions-remain-on-kipers-rookie-rankings
Cunningham says Ansah and Taylor will be a devastating combo on the edges (10-9-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Cunningham-says-Ansah-and-Taylor-will-be-a-devastating-combo-on-the-edges/0ad15599-7b16-4a58-ad9e-aa971127dbaa
Stats Pack - Where do the Lions rank after week 5 (Ansah leads all rookies in sacks with a total of 3.5) (10-8-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/STATS-PACK-Where-do-the-Lions-rank-after-Week-5/e98f4b67-4580-4848-a717-f57d3a7e6bd1
PFF's Race for Rookie of the Year (Warford is #4 and Ansah is no longer on the list) (10-8-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/10/08/race-for-rookie-of-the-year-week-5/
Twentyman - The good and the bad from Sunday's loss (Ansah's play is picked as one of the good) ) (10-7-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/TWENTYMAN-The-good-and-the-bad-from-Sundays-loss/b531a05a-7941-4d98-a04c-831031ea2edb
Rookie Report - Taylor rising, Fauria falling (Ansah played in 48 of 67 defensive snaps. He had a sack and forced a fumble) (10-7-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/1599/rookie-report-taylor-rising-fauria-falling
Lions not the same minus CJ (One of the problems discussed is Ansah crashed on Cobb's 67 yd run) (10-6-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20131006/paula-pasche-detroit-lions-not-the-same-minus-calvin-johnson/1
Lions-Packers - What we learned (Ansah had the only sack, but it was because of outstanding coverage) (10-6-13): http://sports.yahoo.com/news/lions-packers-learned-234202589--nfl.html
Video - Lions defense, sack, 5 yd loss (Ansah) (10-6-13): http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000257972/Lions-defense-sack-5-yd-loss
Caputo's thoughts after the first quarter (he says Ansah is an amazingly instinctive football player and wouldn't be surprised if he finished the season with double digit sacks) (10-6-13): http://patcaputo.blogspot.com/2013/10/thoughts-after-1st-quarter-lions-packers.html
Early returns on rookie contributions (Lions are ranked 7th in the amount of snaps that 2013 rookies and UDFAs have played this season. Ansah is ranked 19th in amount of snaps played) (10-5-13): http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Early-returns-on-rookie-contributions.html
Practice Report - Ansah listed as probable on injury report for Sunday's game (10-4-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/PRACTICE-REPORT-CB-Chris-Houston-and-WR-Calvin-Johnson-back-at-practice/ba159856-69f9-42b5-9f65-199699a0f2c8
Lions not surprised by Ansah's early success (10-4-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/10/detroit_lions_rookie_ezekiel_a_1.html
Ansah listed as limited with abdomen injury on Thursday (10-3-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/PRACTICE-REPORT-Quin-and-Delmas-back-on-the-field-Houston-Johnson-still-out/cc34345a-3c2a-4007-a02c-02bc300e92ae
Ansah listed as limited with abdomen injury on Wednesday's injury report (10-2-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/10/detroit_lions_chris_houston_de.html
NFL award watch (Suh is #4 for defensive player of the year, Schwartz is #5 for coach of the year and Ansah is #5 for defensive rookie of the year) (10-2-13): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000254620/article/nfl-honors-watch-early-award-leaders
PFF Signature Stats - Pass Rush Productivity (Young is ranked 15 for exterior rushers and Ansah is 35. Suh is 3 for interior rushers) (10-2-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/10/02/signature-stats-pass-rushing-productivity/
5 best acquisitions for the Lions through the first quarter of the season (Ansah is #4) (10-1-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/10/5_best_offseason_acquisitions.html
Evaluating Lions rookies through first four games (Ansah is ranked ranked #15 for 4-3 DEs, his grade is a +4.3 and has 2.5 sacks and a forced fumble according to PFF.) (10-1-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/10/1/4791450/detroit-lions-rookies-2013-first-quarter-of-season
PFF's Race for Rookie of the Year, week 4 (Warford is #5 and Ansah is #7) (10-1-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/10/01/race-for-rookie-of-the-year-week-4-2/
Rookie Report - Roles starting to be defined (Ansah's numbers were down on Sunday. He only had 1 tackle, one pass defended and he didn't hit QB Cutler. He played in 49 of 72 defensive snaps.) (9-30-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/1265/rookie-report-roles-starting-to-be-defined?ex_cid=espnapi_public
CoachSpeak - Cunningham on Ansah (9-27-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/9/27/4777430/coachspeak-gunther-cunningham-on-ziggy-ansah
Ansah listed on injury report as questionable for game against Bears with an abdomen injury (9-27-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/detroit_lions_ezekiel_ansah_ja.html
Kiper offers high praise for Warford and Ansah (9-27-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/mel_kiper_jr_offers_high_prais.html
Ansah limited at Lions practice on Thursday (9-26-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/ndamukong_suh_chris_houston_bo.html
Ansah, Reiff turning draft day disappointment into game-winning delight (9-25-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20130924/pat-caputo-ansah-reiff-turning-draft-day-disappointment-into-game-winning-delight/1
Cunningham impressed with early play of Ansah and Young (9-25-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/coordinator-cut-up/article-1/COORDINATOR-CUT-UP-Gunther-Cunningham-impressed-with-early-play-of-Ziggy-Ansah-and-Willie-Young/2f47a5f1-bbd4-4a0f-b47c-bd12e05baed8
Ansah, Lotulelei making big impacts early in their career (9-25-13): http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865587032/Ezekiel-Ansah-Star-Lotulelei-making-big-impacts-early-in-their-NFL-careers.html
First Rounders in focus - week 3 (Ansah's grade against the Redskins was a +2.6. He's had 10 QB disruptions this season) (9-25-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/09/25/first-rounders-in-focus-week-3/
Stafford and Ansah for weekly awards (9-24-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/VOTE-NOW-Matthew-Stafford-and-Ziggy-Ansah-recognized-for-Week-3-performance/8dc430ed-22d2-415e-a065-1a0a0f5dec55
PFF's Race for the Rookie of the Year (Ansah is #7 and Warford is #8) (9-24-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/09/24/race-for-rookie-of-the-year-week-3-2/
Rookie watch (The good section has d-line and Ansah is mentioned in there) (9-24-13): http://nfl.si.com/2013/09/24/ziggy-ansah-kenny-vaccaro-nfl-rookie-watch/?sct=nfl_wr_a1
Monday Countdown - Ansah's play is discussed (9-23-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/MONDAY-COUNTDOWN-Days-of-our-Lions-Burleson-says-NFL-is-a-soap-opera/ad469f17-28c6-4324-8012-4f6f85b22be7
3 things we learned about the Lions (Ansah is off to a torrid start. He has recorded a team high 2.5 sacks and a unit high 11 tackles and that's not including his two sack fumbles that were negated by penalties): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/3_things_we_learned_about_the_2.html
Rookie Watch - Ansah continues his rise (Ansah had 7 tackles, 2 sacks, and a forced fumble against the Redskins. He has a season total of 5 QB hits.) (9-23-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/963/rookie-watch-ansah-continues-his-rise?ex_cid=espnapi_public
Three takeaways from Lions win over Washington (One is that Ansah is a star in the making) (9-22-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/9/23/4749600/lions-redskins-2013-takeaways
Notebook - Ansah left the game briefly with an injury, but returned (9-22-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NOTEBOOK-Lions-lose-DE-Jason-Jones-to-season-ending-knee-injury/7751405a-bb97-4ba7-8f46-ab081e4b1146
Caputo's thoughts after third quarter (He thinks Ansah looks more and more like he merited the 5th overall pick) (9-22-13): http://patcaputo.blogspot.com/2013/09/thoughts-after-3rd-quarter-lions_22.html?
Caputo's thoughts after first quarter (He thinks Ansah has excellent closing speed and is an excellent pass rusher) (9-22-13): http://patcaputo.blogspot.com/2013/09/thoughts-after-1st-quarter-lions_22.html?
Video - Lions defense, sack, 13 yd loss (Ansah) (9-22-13): http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000249300/Lions-defense-sack-13-yd-loss
Video - Lions defense, sack, 13 yd loss (Ansah) (9-22-13): http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000249343/Lions-defense-sack-13-yd-loss
Schwartz on Ansah (9-20-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/9/21/4749266/lions-quotes-jim-schwartz-gunther-cunningham-friday
10 questions - Twentyman responds to fans on twitter (He answered a question on how Ansah has played so far) (9-19-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/10-questions/article-1/10-QUESTIONS-Twentyman-responds-to-Lions-fans-on-Twitter-/7dd4dcf0-d47c-4dd7-b910-4dde1d945b4f
Lions second look - Taking a closer look at Ansah's performance vs Cardinals (9-17-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/detroit_lions_second_look_taki.html
Race for rookie of the year - week 2 (Warford is #3 and Ansah is #6 on the list) (9-17-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/09/17/race-for-rookie-of-the-year-week-2-2/
PFF's refocus - Lions at Cards (Ansah showed the potential that made him a top 10 pick. His grade was a +2.8) (9-16-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/09/17/refo-det-arz-week-2/
Rookie Report - Ansah making an impact (9-16-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/693/rookie-report-ansah-continuing-to-show-up
Lions snap count - Ansah has heaviest workload among DEs (9-16-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/detroit_lions_snap_count_repor_3.html
Solid foundation - Ansah's roots prepared him for an NFL career (9-12-13): http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865586287/Solid-foundation-Ziggy-Ansahs-roots-prepared-him-for-an-NFL-career.html
PFF's first rounders in focus - week 1 (Ansah's grade is a -0.4) (9-11-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/09/11/first-rounders-in-focus-week-1/
Film review - Lions rookies first day on the job (Ansah is discussed in here) (9-11-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/9/11/4718990/-lions-film-review-rookies-first-day-on-the-job
Rookie Report - Three make big impact (Ansah had 3 and a half sacks, and also a QB hit in the game against the Vikings) (9-10-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/437/rookie-report-three-make-big-impact
Lions players comments on win (Ansah comments on the win) (9-10-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/9/9/4709894/lions-vikings-2013-quotes
Ansah pleased with debut, even though it came as a reserve (9-8-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/ezekiel_ansah_pleased_with_det.html
Caputo's 3rd quarter thoughts (he discusses Ansah and his ability to make plays) (9-8-13): http://patcaputo.blogspot.com/2013/09/thoughts-atter-3rd-quarter-vikings-lions.html
Video - Lions defense, sack, 3 yds (Ansah and Fairley) (9-8-13): http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000241259/Lions-defense-sack-3-yd-loss
Four starters emerge from 2013 draft class (Pasche discusses Ansah) (9-6-13): http://oplions.blogspot.com/2013/09/detroit-lions-four-starters-emerge-from.html
Lions notes - Ansah progressing well; Broyles ready to go (9-6-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20130906/detroit-lions-notes-ansah-progressing-well-broyles-ready-to-go
Ansah could make debut against Vikings (9-6-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20130906/detroit-lions-notes-ansah-progressing-well-broyles-ready-to-go
Ansah breaks silence about concussion (9-6-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/detroit_lions_ezekiel_ansah_br.html
Injury report - Ansah a full participant in practice; probable for Sunday (9-6-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/INJURY-REPORT-Ziggy-Ansah-a-full-participant-in-practice-probable-for-Sunday/f295126b-e881-4dea-933f-a2294d5e5315
Injury Report - Ansah and Delmas both limited in practice (9-5-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/INJURY-REPORT-Ziggy-Ansah-and-Louis-Delmas-both-limited-in-practice/c14a3fe7-1c93-4329-af4f-47b62aa964da
Schwartz mum on why Ansah was allowed to finish practice after concussion (9-5-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/detroit_lions_jim_schwartz_mum.html
Ansah returns to practice (9-5-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/ezekiel_ansah_returns_to_detro.html
Lions injury report - Ansah listed as non-participant with concussion (9-4-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/INJURY-REPORT-DE-Ziggy-Ansah-listed-with-a-concussion/213c2b00-7bad-4a90-8cf4-e31f0ebafba7
Ansah jogs with trainers during practice (9-4-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/ezekiel_ansah_head_injury_jogs.html
ESPN 2013 predictions (3 experts pick Ansah to win DROY, one expert picks the Lions to be a wildcard team) (9-4-13): http://espn.go.com/nfl/preview13/story/_/id/9605608/experts-nfl-predictions-2013
Schwartz shrugs off concerns about Ansah (9-3-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/jim_schwartz_shrugs_off_concer.html
Ansah did not practice on Tuesday (9-3-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/detroit_lions_ezekiel_ansah_at.html
SI predictions on awards and playoff teams (Klemos picks the Lions to be
a #3 seed in the playoffs; Berard picks CJ to win offensive player of
the year; Vrentas picks Ansah for defensive rookie of the year. Lions
are picked as a team that might surprise. Mayhew and Schwartz are
discussed in the coaches on hotseat section) (9-3-13): http://mmqb.si.com/2013/09/03/the-mmqbs-2013-predictions-and-preview-spectacular/8/
XLVIII things to watch throughout 2013 (XLI is on how electric Reggie Bush can be and XLII is on how Ansah could be this year's Jason Pierre-Paul) (8-31-13): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000236466/article/xlviii-things-to-watch-throughout-the-2013-nfl-season
CBS NFL expert picks - Who will win defensive rookie of the year (One out of 6 picks Ansah to win) (8-30-13): http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/23396904/nfl-expert-picks-who-will-win-defensive-rookie-of-the-year
Ansah did not play in preseason game 4 against the Bills. He didn't travel with the team (8-29-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-will-be-without-a-number-of-starters-tonight-at-Buffalo/095ae3b0-3135-4bb2-8bb1-765e7f836e76
Ansah not in attendance at kickoff luncheon at Ford Field (8-28-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/ezekiel_ansah_not_in_attendanc.html
NFL award picks (CJ was picked by 3 experts for offensive player of the
year, Suh was picked by one expert for defensive player of the year,
Ansah was picked by 2 experts for rookie defensive player of the
year) (8-28-13): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000235062/article/analyst-picks-tom-brady-jj-watt-among-top-award-candidates
Ansah missed practice on Tuesday (8-27-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/calvin_johnson_ndamukong_suh_e.html
PFF's First Rounders in Focus - Preseason Week 3 (Ansah has a grade
of +2.1. He says Ansah hasn't done much as a pass rusher, but is
proving himself capable as an early down player) (8-27-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/08/26/first-rounders-in-focus-preseason-wk-3/
Ansah misses practice on Monday (8-26-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Notebook-Waddle-continues-to-impress-how-playing-time-will-be-given-out-in-Buffalo-and-more/81500784-2f4c-49bb-9f78-86a374bb30df
Twentyman discusses the impact of the 2013 rookies (8-26-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHaras-Monday-Countdown-What-impact-will-the-Lions-rookie-class-have/26e3d7a6-1298-499c-a70f-95cd10485d9d
Schwartz mum on Ansah concussion questions. Ansah left the field during the opening moments of practice (8-25-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_ezekiel_ansah_le.html
Ansah
got hit hard on the first play of full team drills. JRog thought he
had a concussion, but Ansah was inspected by the team doctor and given
the green light to play (8-24-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_2013_practice_ob.html
Ansah, Jones give Lions hope for better pass rush (8-24-13): http://mmqb.si.com/2013/08/23/detroit-lions-defensive-line/
Ansah recovers fumble in preseason game against Patriots (8-22-13): http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865585118/Ziggy-Ansah-recovers-fumble-in-Detroit-Lions-preseason-victory-over-New-England-Patriots.html
Caputo was impressed by Ansah (8-22-13): http://patcaputo.blogspot.com/2013/08/thoughts-at-halftime-lions-patriots.html
Video - Ansah comes up with the ball (8-22-13): http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/0ap2000000232888/Ansah-comes-up-with-the-ball
O'Hara - Ansah is a work in progess...and by all accounts progressing well (8-21-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHara-Ziggy-Ansah-is-a-work-in-progress--and-by-all-accounts-progressing-well/8083d0ec-100f-477a-b7f3-bbf3183a7749
PFF's first rounders in focus - preseason, week 2 (They discuss Ansah's performance. His grade is a +1.2): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/08/20/first-rounders-in-focus-preseason-wk-2/
Ansah is discussed in NFP's preseason rookie report for the Lions-Browns game (8-19-13): http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/NFP-preseason-rookie-report-Browns-vs-Lions.html
Ansah makes major jump from 1st to 2nd game (8-19-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_break_down_by_ez.html
Schwartz on if Ansah participating in the Senior Bowl helped him with the pro game (8-18-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/18/4634086/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-sunday
Ansah went one for two on one on one pass rush drills. He beat Reiff, but got stuffed by Hilliard (8-18-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_12.html
Stat sheet didn't show it, but Ansah played better vs Browns (8-18-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Schwartz-Stat-sheet-didnt-show-it-but-Ziggy-Ansah-played-better-vs-Browns/38a83df9-efec-40d0-a623-16ac816cfe8d
Schwartz on Ansah's performance over the past two games (8-17-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/17/4631830/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-saturday
Ansah continues to shine (8-16-13): http://sports.yahoo.com/news/detroit-lions-five-things-learned-preseason-week-2-035500730.html
JRog says Ansah made a head turning play. He read a quick out to a TE in the slot and dove to knock away a pass (8-13-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_11.html
Bill
Simonson thinks Ansah is the disruptive force the Lions have been
looking for. He provides an element of explosive speed on the edge
that the Lions never have had (8-13-13): http://www.mlive.com/sports/index.ssf/2013/08/analyzing_the_lions_preseason.html
Dear Mr. Ansah, don't ever change (8-12-13): http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865584552/Commentary-Dear-Mr-Ziggy-Ansah-dont-ever-change.html
Seifert
says Ansah wasn't nearly as noticed at practice as he was in the
preseason opener. Nothing he did in practice jumped out to suggest he
was on the cusp of being elite playmaker (8-12-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/59224/camp-confidential-detroit-lions-3?ex_cid=espnapi_public
PFF
examines the play of the 32 first round picks from the 2013 draft
(Ansah's grade was a 0.9. They say don't count on him to play likes
that.): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/08/12/rookie-review-first-round-rookies-preseason-week-1/
Teammates not surprised by Ansah's pick six (8-12-13): http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2013/08/12/teammates-not-surprised-by-ziggy-ansahs-pick-six/
PFF doesn't think Ansah made much of an impact after the TD in the Jets game (8-11-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/08/11/refo-lions-jets-preseason-week-1/
Caputo on Ansah (8-11-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2013/08/11/sports/doc52077f31bcccd600912984.txt?viewmode=fullstory
Video - Ansah's interception: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000228369/Pre-WK-1-Can-t-Miss-Play-Question-Ansah-d
Ansah delivers memorable moment against pro bowler D'Brickashaw Ferguson (8-9-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/ezekiel_ansah_delivers_memorab.html
Video - Ansah post game lockerroom (8-9-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Notebook-Reggie-Bush-shows-impact-Matt-Willis-impresses-and-Lions-escape-injury-free/90191466-c2ba-4730-8bf5-651fb2b00472
Still learning the game, Ansah is on the fast track (8-8-13): http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/nfl/news/20130808/ziggy-ansah/?sct=nfl_wr_a1
Ansah making a big impact with the Lions (8-8-13): http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865584321/Former-BYU-standout-Ziggy-Ansah-making-a-big-impact-with-Detroit-Lions.html?pg=1
Schwartz on Ansah's development since OTAs and if he will be NFL ready on opening day (8-7-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/7/4599102/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-wednesday
Seifert says Ansah has been working with the #2 unit and still has work to do to become a starter (8-7-13): http://espn.go.com/espn/liveblog/item?eventId=163791&itemId=4574672
Ansah pumped for his first preseason game (8-7-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_ezekiel_ansah_pu.html
Schwartz on Ziggy's performance with ones and his movement from team to team during reps (8-6-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/6/4595146/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-tuesday
Ansah was stuffed by Waddle on both snaps in one on one pass rush drills (8-6-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_7.html
Ansah listed as a starter on Lions first depth chart of fall camp (8-6-13): http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865584210/Ezekiel-Ansah-listed-as-starter-on-Detroit-Lions-first-depth-chart-of-fall-camp.html
Ansah was shutdown by Reiff (8-4-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_6.html
Twentyman says Ansah shows flashes here and there, but then has stretches where he needs to figure things out (8-4-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/10-Questions-with-Twentyman-Rating-the-secondary-surprise-performers-special-teams-competition/290b7fd8-609b-4a57-90cf-a1c8651778e4
A look at the rookies after 9 days of camp (8-4-13): http://oplions.blogspot.com/2013/08/detroit-lions-look-at-rookies-after-9.html
Ansah
had a really solid practice. He did get some heat from Schwartz for
giving an extra shove to an offensive player (8-3-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/3/4586334/lions-training-camp-2013-saturday-practice
Ansah got first team reps (8-2-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_4.html
Ansah, Taylor push hard at DE (8-1-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2013/08/01/sports/doc51fac9a1b3c4b100304756.txt?viewmode=fullstory
Schwartz on Ansah's progression (8-1-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/2/4579970/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-thursday
Reiff put Ansah on his backside (7-30-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_2.html
Ansah bouncing back from mistakes in training camp (7-29-13): http://sports.yahoo.com/news/lions-ansah-bouncing-back-mistakes-204343995--nfl.html
Tulloch compared Ansah to a young Kearse (7-29-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Slay-vs-Megatron-high-praise-for-Ansah-veteran-advice-and-more/ceb4a919-f212-4c43-94b3-0907f185478e
Ansah started on the right with Jones being out (7-29-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_1.html
Schwartz on Ansah's resiliency (7-28-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/7/28/4566342/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-day-3
Ansah continues to have an up and down camp. He had a problem jumping offsides on a hardcount (7-28-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob.html
Ansah showed terrific speed and won his matchup vs Hardman (7-28-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Typical-Calvin-Johnson-OL-vs-DL-practice-report-and-more/87a962cd-d836-4b17-a7f4-64f949542299
Ansah saw time with the first team while the offense was working on the run (7-27-13):
http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2013/07/27/sports/doc51f4174e7d1c2153861783.txt?viewmode=fullstory
Schwartz on Ansah's development (7-26-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/7/27/4561526/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-day-1
Ansah tweaks ankle at first training camp practice (7-26-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2013/07/26/sports/doc51f308b1d237f030366043.txt?viewmode=fullstory
Ansah got his hands on some of Stafford's throws (6-12-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/06/note_and_observations_from_the.html
Ansah worked some with the first unit at RDE at practice (6-12-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/06/note_and_observations_from_the.html
Ansah calls Suh a big brother and mentor (6-12-13): http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865581505/Ziggy-Ansah-calls-Ndamukong-Suh-a-big-brother-and-mentor.html
Caputo says Ansah doesn't look raw and inexperienced at practices (6-12-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2013/06/14/sports/columns/doc51bb428f3f434009207120.txt
Suh passing on knowledge to Ansah (6-11-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Ndamukong-Suh-passing-on-knowledge-to-Ezekiel-Ansah/0d57bd20-f4f2-413d-a7de-54f721f31d08
Ansah trying to learn on the fly (5-29-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Ezekiel-Ziggy-Ansah-trying-to-learn-on-the-fly/4e7e456d-f92f-48de-b35a-1034847c73f9
Ziggy Ansah and frequency of rookie sacks (5-29-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/56847/ziggy-ansah-and-frequency-of-rookie-sacks
Ansah was replaced by Willie Young on the first unit at OTA (5-30-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/detroit_lions_notes_and_observ_1.html
Former BYU DE Ansah adjusting to life in the NFL (5-29-13): http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865580767/Former-BYU-defensive-end-Ziggy-Ansah-adjusting-to-life-in-the-NFL.html
Ansah raw, but still very instinctive (5-27-13): http://www.freep.com/article/20130527/SPORTS01/305270023/detroit-lions-ziggy-ansah-jim-schwartz
Ansah starting from square one with his technique (5-23-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/detroit_lions_rookie_de_ezekie.html
Quotes
from Schwartz after Wed OTA on Ansah's technique and how far away he is
from being up to speed on his technique (5-23-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/5/23/4357916/lions-quotes-jim-schwartz-ota
Ziggy has good first day with the vets (5-21-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/Ezekiel-Ziggy-Ansah-has-a-good-first-day-with-the-vets/c0bd79e7-fb23-459b-a0ac-f81c93fdbb86
Ansah mini-camp observations (5-13-13) (He has remarkable acceleration
off the snap; he also showed the ability to transform from speed to
power; he did get caught of position a few times): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/observations_from_detroit_lion.html
Lions get another look at Ansah (5-13-13): http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2013/05/13/lions-get-another-look-at-ansah/
Ansah was one of 5 players that stood out at rookie mini-camp (5-12-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Twentyman-Five-players-that-stood-out-at-rookie-mini-camp/c5c0327c-35fe-4f71-9cf9-fb3cb91368f4
Big day for Ansah as rookie mini-camp starts (5-11-13): http://www.pressandguide.com/articles/2013/05/11/sports/doc518ea8b864993001551227.txt?viewmode=default
Ansah shows the kind of athleticism that made him a high pick (5-10-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Ziggy-Ansah-shows-the-kind-of-athleticism-that-made-him-a-high-pick/05a2e19d-01f7-4dcd-8f2a-6e238ee61b69
Schwartz talks about Ansah after the first rookie mini-camp practice (5-10-13): http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20130510/SPORTS0101/305100453/1004/sports/Transcript--Lions-coach-Jim-Schwartz-Q&A-after-Day-1-of-rookie-minicamp
New DE Ansah in spotlight on first day of Lions rookie camp (5-10-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/new_defensive_ends_ezekiel_ans.html
Lions sign Ansah to a 4 year deal with the 5th year as a team option (5-10-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/detroit_lions_announce_signing_1.html
Lions should place modest expectations on Ansah (5-2-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/detroit_lions_should_place_mod.html
Ansah does not need 10 sacks for the Lions in 2013 according to Mel Kiper (4-29-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/04/ezekiel_ansah_does_not_need_10.html
#77 - Israel Idonije:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/iidonije
Idonije fined $15K for leg whip (10-11-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/nflnation/post/_/id/93011/lions-israel-idonije-fined-15k-for-leg-whip
Lions-Packers - What we learned (Idonije had 1 tackle) (10-6-13): http://sports.yahoo.com/news/lions-packers-learned-234202589--nfl.html
Practice Report - Idonije listed as probable on injury report for Sunday's game (10-4-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/PRACTICE-REPORT-CB-Chris-Houston-and-WR-Calvin-Johnson-back-at-practice/ba159856-69f9-42b5-9f65-199699a0f2c8
Idonije explains his new comic book (10-4-13): http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2013/10/04/idonije-explains-his-new-comic-book-the-protectors-gives-teammates-superpowers/
Idonije listed as limited with hamstring injury on Thursday's injury report (10-3-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/PRACTICE-REPORT-Quin-and-Delmas-back-on-the-field-Houston-Johnson-still-out/cc34345a-3c2a-4007-a02c-02bc300e92ae
Schwartz's comments from Monday's Press Conference (Schwartz on Idonije) (10-1-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/10/1/4787908/lions-quotes-jim-schwartz-monday-press-conference
Idonije calls idea that he tipped Chicago's playcalls crazy, credits his team's preparation (9-30-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/detroit_lions_israel_idonije_o.html
Schwartz calls Bears complaints that Idonije tipped play calls ridiculous (9-30-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/detroit_lions_chicago_bears_is.html
Bush shreds Bears for 112 yds in a half (The Bears think Idonije was feeding the Lions the Bears defensive play calls) (9-29-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/bears/post/_/id/4686528/bush-shreds-bears-for-112-yards-in-a-half
Idonije knows Lions need more out of him following Jason Jones injury (9-26-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/detroit_lions_de_israel_idonij_1.html
Schwartz on Idonije (9-26-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/9/26/4774242/lions-quotes-jim-schwartz-scott-linehan-thursday
Video - CSN Chicago writers discuss Idonije and Stafford (9-26-13): http://www.csnchicago.com/video_content_type/3-and-out-will-tillman-play-stopping-stafford
Video - Idonije discusses playing the Bears (9-25-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Idonije-discusses-playing-Chicago-/b4ccb18b-ffe8-4669-8739-83a5eaf7baf7
3 things we learned about the Lions (Idonije's play may precipitate an even bigger shakeup. He's had no impact in the first three games. He played 35 snaps, but was shut out from the boxscore) (9-23-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/3_things_we_learned_about_the_2.html
Idonije fined $15750 for a personal foul (9-20-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/detroit_lions_louis_delmas_fin.html
Schwartz's comments from Monday's presser (he discusses Idonije and Jones. He doesn't they've been struggling) (9-16-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/9/16/4738186/lions-quotes-jim-schwartz-monday-press-conference
On David Akers and the Lions kicker situation (Idonije missed a block on Aker's blocked FG) (9-16-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/9/16/4735770/david-akers-lions-cardinals-field-goals
Idonije returned to practice on Sunday (8-11-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2013/08/11/sports/doc520822f33ded7283892443.txt?viewmode=fullstory
Idonije didn't play in preseason game 1 (8-9-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/seven_players_sitting_out_detr.html
Idonije - 10 things I think (8-8-13): http://mmqb.si.com/2013/08/07/israel-idonije-10-things/
Idonije returned, but only went through individual drills (8-6-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Reggie-Bush-looking-for-quality-preseason-reps/fdf7d497-5002-474d-95e3-6552c7e4b6e7
Schwartz on if Idonije's injury is short term (8-4-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/5/4587976/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-sunday
Idonije was still out (8-4-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/four_players_return_to_detroit.html
Idonije sat out again, but did do some running after practice (8-3-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Guard-competition-record-number-of-fans-and-other-camp-observations/a7309c81-7957-4c5a-be46-44be3af8a0c0
Cunningham on what Israel Idonije brings to the defense and his versatility (8-3-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/3/4583196/lions-training-camp-quotes-gunther-cunningham-friday
Idonije was still out (8-2-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Corey-Fuller-looking-to-impress-linebacker-competition-and-other-observations/44695591-4c97-49a0-9ebb-71f9588a3a85
Idonije sat out of practice with a leg injury (8-1-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Ronnell-Lewis-back-injury-breakdown-and-other-camp-observations/6db7793b-808c-435b-b968-a2cdc6955880
Lions have a playmaker and leader in Idonije (7-31-13): http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/nfl/detroit-lions/story/Lions-have-a-playmaker-and-a-leader-in-I?blockID=925139&feedID=3862
Idonije didn't do too well in half-line drills (7-30-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/7/30/4571614/lions-training-camp-2013-day-5
Idonije was on 2nd team defense (7-27-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/7/27/4563056/lions-training-camp-2013-day-2-defense
Canadian Idonije fits in with the Lions (7-27-13): http://www.windsorstar.com/sports/Canadian+fits+with+Lions/8716452/story.html
Schwartz discusses Idonije and what he can add to the team (7-26-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/7/27/4561526/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-day-1
Idonije pulled something on his side or hip (7-26-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_no_16.html
On Sedrick Ellis and Israel Idonije (7-25-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/58182/on-sedrick-ellis-and-israel-idonije
Idonije's main role on the Lions is to stop the run (7-4-13): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000216181/article/israel-idonije-main-role-on-detroit-lions-is-to-stop-run
Idonije's biggest impact on Motor City will most likely be off-field (7-4-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_de_israel_idonij.html
Idonije already looking forward to playing former teammates, the Bears (7-3-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_israel_idonije_a.html
Idonije latest NFC North'er to join an archrival (6-25-13): http://www.csnchicago.com/bears-talk/idonije-latest-nfc-north%E2%80%99er-join-archrival
Lions sign Idonije (6-25-13): http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/06/25/lions-sign-dl-israel-idonije/
#92 - Devin Taylor:
Draft info: http://captainbluelionslinks.blogspot.com/2013/04/devin-taylor.html
Video - Lions defense, sack, 14 yd loss (Taylor) (10-13-13): http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000262554/Lions-defense-sack-14-yd-loss
Friday's comments from Schwartz, Cunningham (Both discuss Taylor) (10-11-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/10/12/4824976/lions-quotes-jim-schwartz-gunther-cunningham-friday
Coaches say Taylor is earning more playing time (10-11-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/10/detroit_lions_coaches_say_devi.html
Rookie Report - Taylor rising, Fauria falling (Taylor played in 17 of 67 defensive snaps as a backup to Willie Young. He had 2 tackles and also played on 6 special teams snaps) (10-7-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/1599/rookie-report-taylor-rising-fauria-falling
Evaluating Lions rookies through first four games (Taylor's grade is a +1.5. He hasn't played much, but he's registered a +1.4 in pass rushing according to PFF.) (10-1-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/10/1/4791450/detroit-lions-rookies-2013-first-quarter-of-season
Schwartz's comments from Monday's Press Conference (Taylor was covering kickoffs and doing things like that) (10-1-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/10/1/4787908/lions-quotes-jim-schwartz-monday-press-conference
Rookie Report - Roles starting to be defined (Taylor hurried the QB once. He played in 12 of 72 defensive snaps and 5 special teams snaps, mostly in the second half: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/1265/rookie-report-roles-starting-to-be-defined?ex_cid=espnapi_public
Rookie Devin Taylor ready to jump in at DE (9-26-13): http://lionsreport.com/rookie-devin-taylor-ready-to-jump-in-at-defensive-end/
Rising/Falling - Lions week 4 (Taylor is in the rising group) (9-25-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/1055/risingfalling-detroit-lions-week-4
Lions plan to lean on rookie Devin Taylor after Jones season ending injury (9-23-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/detroit_lions_plan_to_lean_on.html
Taylor inactive for the game against the Redskins (9-22-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/reggie_bush_out_for_detroit_li.html
Broyles, Leshoure inactive for opener (Taylor inactive for game against Vikings) (9-8-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/ryan_broyles_mikel_leshoure_in.html
Four starters emerge from 2013 draft class (Pasche discusses Taylor) (9-6-13): http://oplions.blogspot.com/2013/09/detroit-lions-four-starters-emerge-from.html
PFF's refocus - Lions vs Bills (Devin Taylor quietly had a good preseason. His grade was a +2.7) (8-31-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/08/31/refo-det-buf-preseason-wk-4/
Better than players (Devin Taylor is one of the players Prisco takes a look at) (8-27-13): http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/pete-prisco/23346578/better-than-players-bills-surprise-week-1-starting-qb-tuel-leads-list
Twentyman discusses the impact of the 2013 rookies (8-26-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHaras-Monday-Countdown-What-impact-will-the-Lions-rookie-class-have/26e3d7a6-1298-499c-a70f-95cd10485d9d
Schwartz on Devin Taylor (8-25-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/25/4657396/lions-quotes-jim-schwartz-sunday
PFF
says Taylor put together a second impressive outing against the
Browns. He beat Rashad Butler off the edge on multiple occasions. He
finished with 3 hurries on his 10 pass rushes for a grade of +2.1
(8-17-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/08/17/refo-det-cle-preseason-wk-2/
Taylor showing Ansah isn't the only Lions rookie DE who makes plays (8-12-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/devin_taylor_showing_ezekiel_a.html
Video - Devin Taylor on developing as a player (8-11-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Devin-Taylor-on-developing-as-a-player/f7a4c967-adf4-4d67-832f-4476e13b61e5
Taylor had a sack in the game against the Jets (8-11-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/08/11/refo-lions-jets-preseason-week-1/
Twentyman thought Taylor was physical pushing o-linemen back all game (8-10-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Twentyman-Five-storylines-heading-into-Fridays-game-and-how-they-played-out/037d0234-0b44-486e-b13f-befeffa7cb42
Video - Devin Taylor forces a fumble (8-9-13): http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000228537/Lions-force-recover-fumble
Taylor made a head turning play. He dropped 10-15 yds into coverage and broke up a pass intended for Cody Wilson (8-7-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_8.html
Seifert says Taylor has alot of technique work to do. He would've been drafted much higher if he was polished (8-7-13): http://espn.go.com/espn/liveblog/item?eventId=163791&itemId=4574572
Taylor continues to impress (8-6-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_7.html
A look at the rookies after 9 days of camp (8-4-13): http://oplions.blogspot.com/2013/08/detroit-lions-look-at-rookies-after-9.html
Taylor got first team reps today (8-2-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_4.html
Taylor learning through highs and lows at camp (8-1-13): http://www.heritage.com/articles/2013/08/01/sports/doc51faa7dfd0742652531390.txt?viewmode=fullstory
Taylor is working on adding bull rush to his pass rushing repertoire (8-1-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_de_devin_taylor.html
Schwartz on Taylor (8-1-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/2/4579970/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-thursday
Taylor had an impressive day (8-1-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_3.html
Taylor really stood out using his length to bullrush Hardman (7-30-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_2.html
Taylor moved to the second team (7-29-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_1.html
Schwartz on his early impression of Taylor (7-28-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/7/28/4566342/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-day-3
Taylor is a non-entity so far (7-27-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/7/27/4563056/lions-training-camp-2013-day-2-defense
Taylor returned to the team portion of practice today (6-12-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Notebook-Darius-Slay-practices-in-full-Louis-Delmas-on-sideline-and-Kickalicious-is-perfect/38c25cd8-8a16-48a8-ae12-17a18484b135
Devin Taylor took part in individual drills at OTA (6-5-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Notebook-Reggie-Bush-sees-a-little-Drew-Brees-in-Matthew-Stafford-Darius-Slay-returns-to-field/a759cf1f-d694-4eb0-9ec4-ecabd1020339
Schwartz discusses Taylor's injury (5-29-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/5/30/4377220/lions-otas-jim-schwartz-quotes
Devin Taylor didn't participate in 2nd OTA because of a hamstring injury (5-29-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2013/05/29/sports/doc51a64002cd944772015573.txt?viewmode=default
Devin Taylor didn't participate in Wednesday OTA (5-22-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/detroit_lions_s_louis_delmas_a_3.html
Devin Taylor wants to shine, not showboat (5-21-13): http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20130521/OPINION03/305210384
Tim and Mike on Devin Taylor (5-14-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Tim-and-Mike-on-Devin-Taylor/e9e79acd-80d9-43d4-bebb-055655879194
Taylor got plenty of reps at DE in mini-camp (5-12-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2013/05/12/sports/doc518ff524385c7196657737.txt?viewmode=default
video - Taylor on d-line coach (5-12-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Devin-Taylor-on-defensive-line-coach-Kris-Kocurek/030e24e2-90d7-4bf2-ae1e-e33d96ed6835
Video - Devin Taylor on learning to adjust to the system (5-11-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Devin-Taylor-on-learning-and-adjusting-to-system/1624a5a5-f91e-4b27-8b00-b144e53c61de
Schwartz is hoping Taylor's length will have a measurable impact on opposing QBs (5-10-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Jim-Schwartz-not-concerned-with-Darius-Slay-missing-practice/70c1d782-0df0-4e52-97f9-6f126055505c
Schwartz on Taylor after the first OTA (5-10-13): http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20130510/SPORTS0101/305100453/1004/sports/Transcript--Lions-coach-Jim-Schwartz-Q&A-after-Day-1-of-rookie-minicamp
New DE Taylor in spotlight on first day of mini-camp (5-10-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/new_defensive_ends_ezekiel_ans.html
Lions sign Devin Taylor to a 4 year deal (5-9-13): http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/51836279/
#79 - Willie Young:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/YoungWill79
Website: http://www.willieyoung79.com/
Video - Lions defense, sack, 9 yd loss (Young) (10-13-13): http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000262471/Lions-defense-sack-9-yd-loss
Now a starter, Willie Young relishing his chance (10-11-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/1813/now-a-starter-willie-young-relishing-his-chance
Cunningham says Ansah and Taylor will be a devastating combo on the edges (10-9-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Cunningham-says-Ansah-and-Taylor-will-be-a-devastating-combo-on-the-edges/0ad15599-7b16-4a58-ad9e-aa971127dbaa
PFF's Had a Bad Day Team, Week 5 (Fairley and Young made this team) (10-8-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/10/08/had-a-bad-day-team-week-5-2/
Lions-Packers - What we learned (Young had 2 tackles) (10-6-13): http://sports.yahoo.com/news/lions-packers-learned-234202589--nfl.html
Friday's comments from Schwartz, Cunningham (Schwartz discusses Young) (10-4-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/10/5/4799954/lions-quotes-jim-schwartz-gunther-cunningham-friday
Young seizing his opportunity (10-4-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Willie-Young-seizing-his-opportunity/f3a7a21c-36df-4455-82d2-6d929bde4a03
Young making the most of expanded role (10-4-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/10/detroit_lions_de_willie_young_4.html
PFF Signature Stats - Pass Rush Productivity (Young is ranked 15 for exterior rushers and Ansah is 35. Suh is 3 for interior rushers) (10-2-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/10/02/signature-stats-pass-rushing-productivity/
Lions second look - Jeffrey's huge block sprung Forte on long TD run (Willie Young failed to contain on the Edge) (10-1-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/10/detroit_lions_second_look_chic.html
Lions second look - Willie Young played key role in Suh sack strip (10-1-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/10/detroit_lions_second_look_will.html
Evaluating Lions rookies through first four games (Willie Young is ranked 18 for 4-3 DEs according to PFF) (10-1-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/10/1/4791450/detroit-lions-rookies-2013-first-quarter-of-season
PFF's Had a Bad Day Team (Young got a dishonorable mention. Also, former Lion Felton made the team) (10-1-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/10/01/had-a-bad-day-team-week-4-2/
Friday comments from Schwartz, Cunningham (9-27-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/9/28/4774750/lions-quotes-jim-schwartz-gunther-cunningham-friday
Young steps up his game (9-26-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20130926/detroit-lions-willie-young-steps-up-his-game
Cunningham impressed with early play of Ansah and Young (9-25-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/coordinator-cut-up/article-1/COORDINATOR-CUT-UP-Gunther-Cunningham-impressed-with-early-play-of-Ziggy-Ansah-and-Willie-Young/2f47a5f1-bbd4-4a0f-b47c-bd12e05baed8
Lions top three players from the first three weeks (Young is one of the players with a PFF grade of +6.2) (9-25-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/9/25/4770178/detroit-lions-top-players
Lions Notes (Schwartz discusses Young and him filling in for Jones) (9-23-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20130923/detroit-lions-notes-andre-fluellen-signed-again-with-jason-jones-out-for-season
Game in review - Lions rebound with a 27-20 win in Washington (Young had 4 QB hits) (9-23-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/GAME-IN-REVIEW-Lions-rebound-with-a-27-20-win-at-Washington/b7b30e3d-e121-4b5c-8830-6fe6d23ee683
3 things we learned about the Lions (Young along with Ansah are the Lions two most disruptive DEs) (9-23-13) : http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/3_things_we_learned_about_the_2.html
Lions use clutch plays to halt 21 game losing streak in Washington (Highlights - Young is discussed) (9-22-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/detroit_lions_use_clutch_plays.html
Lions depth key in win over Redskins (Pasche says Young does get the odd penalty, but he trumps with his pass rush) (9-22-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20130922/paula-pasche-detroit-lions-depth-key-in-win-over-redskins
Caputo's halftime thoughts (he thinks Willie Young accumulates a ridiculous amount of penalties) (9-22-13): http://patcaputo.blogspot.com/2013/09/thoughts-halftime-lions-redskins.html?
New pash rush stastic (Young is #6 for Edge Rushers for week 2. Suh is #4 for Interior Rushers for week 2 and #1 overall) (9-19-13): http://mmqb.si.com/2013/09/19/nfl-sacks-pressures/
Film reviews - Two overlooked plays that sunk the Lions (One of the
mistakes is on the defense. Young's play was discussed) (9-18-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/9/18/4744562/lions-film-review-two-overlooked-plays
Lions defense, sack, 4 yd loss (Willie Young) (9-16-13): http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000245536/Lions-defense-sack-4-yd-loss
Lions lose at Arizona - A look inside the numbers (Willie Young had the only sack on Palmer, but he also had two costly penalties) (9-15-13): http://oplions.blogspot.com/2013/09/detroit-lions-lose-at-arizona-look.html
Video - Willie Young on penalties, playing hard (9-15-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Willie-Young-on-penalties-playing-hard/001e0d1e-357d-4646-9bce-323e4dbe537e
Young takes a big step (9-14-13): http://oplions.blogspot.com/2013/09/detroit-lions-willie-young-takes-big.html
Schwartz and Cunningham on Willie Young (9-14-13): http://captainbluelionslinks.blogspot.com/2013/09/game-2-lions-vs-cardinals-previews-and.html
Notebook - Lions look for consistency from Willie Young; Cunningham on Suh (9-13-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NOTEBOOK-Lions-looking-for-consistency-from-Willie-Young-Cunningham-speaks-on-Suh/dd242f4a-d206-4c8b-914b-3b60f0be8089
It's early, but Lions coaches like what they've seen from Willie Young (9-13-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/its_early_but_detroit_lions_co.html
Schwartz on Willie Young and DeAndre Levy (9-13-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Schwartz-on-Willie-Young-and-DeAndre-Levy/6bc11660-fc89-4737-af66-38d095c53c44
PFF's refocus, Lions vs Vikings (Willie Young was given PFF's game ball. He dominated on the ground and as a pass rusher) (9-9-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/09/09/refo-mindet-week-1/
Video - Herman Moore one on one with Willie Young (9-6-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Herman-Moore-one-on-one-with-Willie-Young/d03dcda0-fc72-43c3-997f-719c8e64eda0
2013 PFF team of Preseason (Willie Young and Dwight Bentley made this team) (9-2-13): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/09/02/2013-pff-team-of-preseason/
Willie Young puts benching behind him with help of Burleson, two big sacks (9-2-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/09/detroit_lions_willie_young_tak.html
Young among 5 Lions fined $7,875 for personal fouls in Patriots game (8-30-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/willie_young_among_4_detroit_l.html
Notebook - Young back to sacking (8-30-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NOTEBOOK-Slay-bounces-back-Young-back-to-sacking-and-Burlesons-pledge/56812751-2e5b-4be9-80d5-ca15a2221e1c
5 things learned from win at Buffalo (Young's play is discussed) (8-29-13): http://oplions.blogspot.com/2013/08/detroit-lions-five-things-learned-from_29.html
Willie Young on benching (8-24-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_willie_young_on.html
Schwartz benches Willie Young for foolish penalty (8-22-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/sick_of_personal_foul_penaltie.html
Caputo discusses Young's foolish penalty (8-22-13): http://patcaputo.blogspot.com/2013/08/thoughts-at-halftime-lions-patriots.html
Video - Brady gets taunted by Young (8-22-13): http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/0ap2000000232903/Brady-gets-taunted-by-Lions-Young
Fox got beat by Young who had a good inside move. Later on Fox and Gandy were able to stuff Young and Suh: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_12.html
Caputo on Willie Young losing his cool and getting flagged in the Browns game (8-18-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2013/08/17/sports/doc52105394e1a06915747003.txt?viewmode=fullstory
Entering the 4th season, DE Willie Young feels like the game is slowing down for him (8-15-13): http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/entering_fourth_season_detroit.html
Young had three solo stops, two hurries, and a batted pass in just 23 plays against the Jets. His grade was a 4.8: https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/08/11/refo-lions-jets-preseason-week-1/
Willie Young off to another strong preseason start (8-10-13): http://captainbluelionslinks.blogspot.com/ht%20%20http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_de_willie_young_3.html
Young getting his sore ankle looked at (8-7-13): https://twitter.com/Justin_Rogers/status/365103091424575488
Young had some nice rushes against Reiff (8-6-13): http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/58893/lions-camp-day-1
Young
took most of his snaps on the left side with the first unit. On a
play-action, rollout to his side he didn't bite on a misdirection and
pursued Stafford the entire time. The play would've led to a sack or
throwaway (8-4-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_6.html
Young returned to practice (8-4-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/four_players_return_to_detroit.html
Young sat out again (8-3-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Guard-competition-record-number-of-fans-and-other-camp-observations/a7309c81-7957-4c5a-be46-44be3af8a0c0
Willie did some individual work, but was held out of team portions (8-2-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_4.html
Young sat out of practice today (8-1-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Ronnell-Lewis-back-injury-breakdown-and-other-camp-observations/6db7793b-808c-435b-b968-a2cdc6955880
Hillard held Willie Young in one of the drills. Young then came up limping and had to have his ankle taped (7-30-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_2.html
Willie Young moved to the left side with Jones being out (7-29-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_1.html
Schwartz on Willie Young and what he needs to work on this year (7-28-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/7/28/4566342/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-day-3
Young started with the first team again (7-27-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2013/07/27/sports/doc51f4174e7d1c2153861783.txt?viewmode=fullstory
Young lined up with starters for 7 on 7 drills (7-26-13): http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2013/07/26/sports/doc51f308b1d237f030366043.txt?viewmode=fullstory
Young worked with the first unit at RDE at practice (6-12-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/06/note_and_observations_from_the.html
Willie Young says he's ready for his shot (6-6-13): http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20130606/SPORTS0101/306060028/1126/sports0101/Lions-DE-Willie-Young-says-he-s-ready-his-shot
Willie Young replaced Ansah on the first unit at OTA (5-30-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/detroit_lions_notes_and_observ_1.html
Development of Young and Fox will be telling (5-23-13): http://www.freep.com/article/20130523/COL08/305230049/willie-young-jason-fox-detroit-lions
Quotes from Schwartz after Wed OTAs on what Young has to do to earn a starting spot and jump to the next level (5-23-13): http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/5/23/4357916/lions-quotes-jim-schwartz-ota
Willie Young isn't worried about anything but producing in 2013 (5-14-13): http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Willie-Young-isnt-worried-about-anything-but-producing-in-2013/6cf803b9-f374-46ad-87b9-df9305d9b744
McCosky on Young's contract (5-12-13): http://blogs.detroitnews.com/lions/2013/05/12/on-willie-youngs-contract/
Lions sign Willie Young to a one year deal (4-15-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/04/willie_young_and_jason_fox_sig.html
Willie Young must step up in 2013 (4-7-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/04/detroit_lions_for_breakfast_wi.html
After failing to live up to preseason hype, Willie Young hoping to rebound in 2013 (1-9-13): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/01/after_failing_to_live_up_to_pr.html
Young nearly amputated finger (12-8-12): http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Lions-defensive-end-Willie-Young-nearly-amputated-finger.html
Secret Superstar - Willie Young (6-11-12): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2012/06/11/secret-superstar-willie-young-de-detroit-lions/
Draftscout draft profile from 2012 (He was ranked 19 for DEs and 132 overall): http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=11482&draftyear=2010&genpos=de
SI draft profile: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/football/2010/draft/players/10830.html
NFL draft profile: http://www.nfl.com/draft/2010/profiles/willie-young?id=496891
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