Lions Articles:
National Media:
Lions Mailbag: Who is sacking the QB?: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8241/lions-mailbag-who-is-sacking-the-qb
Fairley's weight loss a positive for Detroit: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8259/fairleys-weight-loss-a-positive-for-detroit
Nick Fairley accepts option decision: http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11012056/nick-fairley-detroit-lions-says-kind-good-thing-option-was-denied
PFT’s All-Unemployed Team: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/14/pfts-2014-all-unemployed-team/
Local Media:
Week In Review: Offense Plays Catch-up: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/WEEK-IN-REVIEW-Offense-plays-catch-up/9dc322cf-fee3-4611-bc00-11b7f80431d7
Role Players Stepping Up In Lombardi's Eyes: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Role-players-stepping-up-in-Lombardis-eyes/117dd950-e3f0-4ce9-8db6-ac7c4797f3e5
Gates: Lions' Stafford 'reminds me of a young Drew Brees': http://www.freep.com/article/20140531/SPORTS01/305310091/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-antonio-gates
Players say aggressiveness will be the trademark of the Lions defense: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140601/SPORTS0101/306010010/0/sports0101/Players-say-aggressiveness-will-trademark-Lions-defense
Nick Fairley healthly and determined to stay a Lion: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140531/SPORTS0101/305310040/Nick-Fairley-healthly-determined-stay-Lion
Champ Bailey taught Detroit Lions CB Cassius Vaughn to be aggressive, trust in his ability: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/champ_bailey_taught_detroit_li.html
Chad Abram scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/31/5764448/chad-abram-scouting-report
Saturday, May 31, 2014
Friday, May 30, 2014
Morning Lions Links for Saturday 5-31-14
Lions Articles:
National Media:
Cornerback Bill Bentley has swagger back: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8224/cornerback-bill-bentley-has-swagger-back
As D impresses, Lombardi defends offense: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8247/as-d-impresses-lombardi-defends-offense
Local Media:
Devin Taylor Learning To Use Size To His Advantage: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Devin-Taylor-learning-to-use-size-to-his-advantage/1275116c-3764-4d56-922e-d6a42bc8854a
Golden Tate Blog: He Won’t Be Breaking Up That Route Again: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/golden-tate/article-1/Golden-Tate-Blog-He-won%E2%80%99t-be-breaking-up-that-route-again/5ef57267-0fbc-4ae8-973f-9f0f89431d53
Lions' Fairley slims down, gets motivated this off-season: http://www.freep.com/article/20140531/SPORTS01/305310036/nick-fairley-detroit-lions
Gates thought Whisenhunt would coach Lions ... but income tax might've tipped scale: http://www.freep.com/article/20140530/SPORTS01/305300151/detroit-lions-tennessee-titans-whisenhunt
CB Vaughn trying to seize 'great opportunity' to earn a spot with Lions: http://www.freep.com/article/20140530/SPORTS01/305300103/detroit-lions-cassius-vaughn
Lions QB Kellen Moore will have to fight off James Franklin for third-string job: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140530/SPORTS0101/305300111/0/sports0101/Lions-QB-Kellen-Moore-will-fight-off-James-Franklin-third-string-job
Detroit Lions waive defensive end Kourtnei Brown: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_waive_defensive.html
Detroit Lions' Jason Jones still clearing physical and mental hurdles as he nears return to full practices: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_jason_jones_stil.html
Detroit Lions' multiple fronts reminiscent of what Seattle Seahawks are running: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_multiple_fronts.html
ESPN gives Detroit Lions 'C+' for offseason (with poll): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/espn_gives_detroit_lions_c_for.html
Lions notes: Darius Slay continues to impress: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/30/5762800/lions-notes-darius-slay
James Franklin scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/30/5764446/james-franklin-scouting-report
National Media:
Cornerback Bill Bentley has swagger back: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8224/cornerback-bill-bentley-has-swagger-back
As D impresses, Lombardi defends offense: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8247/as-d-impresses-lombardi-defends-offense
Local Media:
Devin Taylor Learning To Use Size To His Advantage: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Devin-Taylor-learning-to-use-size-to-his-advantage/1275116c-3764-4d56-922e-d6a42bc8854a
Golden Tate Blog: He Won’t Be Breaking Up That Route Again: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/golden-tate/article-1/Golden-Tate-Blog-He-won%E2%80%99t-be-breaking-up-that-route-again/5ef57267-0fbc-4ae8-973f-9f0f89431d53
Lions' Fairley slims down, gets motivated this off-season: http://www.freep.com/article/20140531/SPORTS01/305310036/nick-fairley-detroit-lions
Gates thought Whisenhunt would coach Lions ... but income tax might've tipped scale: http://www.freep.com/article/20140530/SPORTS01/305300151/detroit-lions-tennessee-titans-whisenhunt
CB Vaughn trying to seize 'great opportunity' to earn a spot with Lions: http://www.freep.com/article/20140530/SPORTS01/305300103/detroit-lions-cassius-vaughn
Lions QB Kellen Moore will have to fight off James Franklin for third-string job: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140530/SPORTS0101/305300111/0/sports0101/Lions-QB-Kellen-Moore-will-fight-off-James-Franklin-third-string-job
Detroit Lions waive defensive end Kourtnei Brown: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_waive_defensive.html
Detroit Lions' Jason Jones still clearing physical and mental hurdles as he nears return to full practices: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_jason_jones_stil.html
Detroit Lions' multiple fronts reminiscent of what Seattle Seahawks are running: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_multiple_fronts.html
ESPN gives Detroit Lions 'C+' for offseason (with poll): http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/espn_gives_detroit_lions_c_for.html
Lions notes: Darius Slay continues to impress: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/30/5762800/lions-notes-darius-slay
James Franklin scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/30/5764446/james-franklin-scouting-report
Thursday, May 29, 2014
Morning Lions Links for Friday 5-30-14
Lions Articles:
National Media:
Devin Taylor covets increased role on line: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8209/taylor-looking-for-increased-role-on-the-lions-line
Avoiding injuries like Lee's key to OTAs: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8213/avoiding-injuries-like-lees-key-to-otas
How would Barry Sanders fare today?: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8204/how-would-barry-sanders-fare-today
Why these are the NFC’s most overrated players (for the Lions it's Stafford): http://q.usatoday.com/2014/05/29/why-these-are-the-nfcs-most-overrated-players/
Does a team really need an elite receiver to get to the Super Bowl?: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/24575823/does-a-team-really-need-an-elite-receiver-to-get-to-the-super-bowl
Local Media:
De'Andre Levy's plan is simple: Stay healthy, keep producing: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/DeAndre-Levys-plan-is-simple-Stay-healthy-keep-producing/2c07ba50-7a82-45e3-8fb3-e7937d930cb9
Joique Bell: 'i Get Mental Reps Every Play': http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/Joique-Bell-I-get-mental-reps-every-play/d3428b03-820e-47c0-b4d5-7e043ee23211
Lions grow scouting department: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-grow-scouting-department/86fe60c2-0e1f-413b-81c8-85e12bb8fc85
Lions' Lombardi pleasantly surprised by 3 of his unheralded new players: http://www.freep.com/article/20140529/SPORTS01/305290154/detroit-lions-theo-riddick
Lions trying to avoid injuries, especially after seeing Cowboys' Lee get hurt: http://www.freep.com/article/20140529/SPORTS01/305290093/dallas-cowboys-detroit-lions-sean-lee
Lions' Ebron asked about Aaron Hernandez by TMZ: http://www.freep.com/article/20140529/SPORTS01/305290150/aaron-hernandez-tmz-detroit-lions
Lions make front office changes, promote Lohman to assistant director of pro personnel: http://www.freep.com/article/20140529/SPORTS01/305290182/detroit-lions-scouting
Getting Matthew Stafford out of his comfort zone can only be good for Lions: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140530/SPORTS0101/305300033/0/sports0101/Getting-Matthew-Stafford-out-his-comfort-zone-can-only-good-Lions
New Lions fullback Jed Collins: 'I'm a small offensive lineman': http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140529/SPORTS0101/305290117/0/sports0101/New-Lions-fullback-Jed-Collins-m-small-offensive-lineman-
Detroit Lions RB Reggie Bush keeping nose to the grindstone in effort to alleviate ball security issues: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_rb_reggie_bush_k_1.html
The art of going hard -- but not too hard -- during OTAs: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_police_themselve.html
Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford picking up new offense quickly, adjusting to new footwork drills: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_matthew_stafford_42.html
Detroit Lions RB Joique Bell (knee) might not be back until training camp: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_rb_joique_bell_k.html
Detroit Lions shake up scouting department, promote the guy who found Larry Warford: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_shake_up_scoutin.html
Detroit Lions’ Matthew Stafford takes on new offense, footwork drills: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140529/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-takes-on-new-offense-footwork-drills
Detroit Lions Calvin Johnson healthy, amazes new coordinator: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140528/detroit-lions-calvin-johnson-healthy-amazes-new-coordinator
Detroit Lions WR Golden Tate fits in as he learns new system: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-wr-golden-tate-fits-in-as.html
New Lions CB Cassius Vaughn Learned From 'Big Brother' Champ Bailey: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/29/new-lions-cb-cassius-vaughn-learned-from-big-brother-champ-bailey/
Four Reason The Lions MIGHT Be Better In 2014: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/29/four-reason-the-lions-might-be-better-in-2014-blog/
Notes: Jim Caldwell, Gunther Cunningham, more: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/29/5761200/lions-notes-jim-caldwell-gunther-cunningham
Lions get C+ grade for offseason from ESPN: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/29/5762448/nfl-offseason-grades-detroit-lions
Miscellaneous:
Former Lions offensive line coach George Yarno diagnosed with cancer: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140529/SPORTS0101/305290120/0/sports0101/Former-Lions-offensive-line-coach-George-Yarno-diagnosed-cancer
Video:
National Media:
Breakout wide receivers of 2014 (Tate is picked as one): http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-videos/0ap2000000354262/Breakout-wide-receivers-of-2014
Local Media:
Reggie Bush on learning the Lions offense: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Reggie-Bush-on-learning-the-Lions-offense/912f0f66-4cd3-4026-95e2-f2991c6a072f
Devin Taylor on defense's communication: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Devin-Taylor-on-defenses-communication/00563399-8dc2-4645-86b0-fc0a3c4afadd
Golden Tate on practicing against Lions defense: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Golden-Tate-on-practicing-against-Lions-defense/d39c74b6-5d52-449f-a608-607314914d6b
Eric Ebron compares college practices to NFL: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Eric-Ebron-compares-college-practices-to-NFL/5689b253-b03e-4d00-a7a3-d0917e03f90f
Rookie Caraun Reid Talks Rec Specs, Music And NFL Life: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/29/rookie-caraun-reid-talks-rec-specs-music-and-nfl-life-video/
National Media:
Devin Taylor covets increased role on line: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8209/taylor-looking-for-increased-role-on-the-lions-line
Avoiding injuries like Lee's key to OTAs: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8213/avoiding-injuries-like-lees-key-to-otas
How would Barry Sanders fare today?: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8204/how-would-barry-sanders-fare-today
Why these are the NFC’s most overrated players (for the Lions it's Stafford): http://q.usatoday.com/2014/05/29/why-these-are-the-nfcs-most-overrated-players/
Does a team really need an elite receiver to get to the Super Bowl?: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/24575823/does-a-team-really-need-an-elite-receiver-to-get-to-the-super-bowl
Local Media:
De'Andre Levy's plan is simple: Stay healthy, keep producing: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/DeAndre-Levys-plan-is-simple-Stay-healthy-keep-producing/2c07ba50-7a82-45e3-8fb3-e7937d930cb9
Joique Bell: 'i Get Mental Reps Every Play': http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/Joique-Bell-I-get-mental-reps-every-play/d3428b03-820e-47c0-b4d5-7e043ee23211
Lions grow scouting department: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-grow-scouting-department/86fe60c2-0e1f-413b-81c8-85e12bb8fc85
Lions' Lombardi pleasantly surprised by 3 of his unheralded new players: http://www.freep.com/article/20140529/SPORTS01/305290154/detroit-lions-theo-riddick
Lions trying to avoid injuries, especially after seeing Cowboys' Lee get hurt: http://www.freep.com/article/20140529/SPORTS01/305290093/dallas-cowboys-detroit-lions-sean-lee
Lions' Ebron asked about Aaron Hernandez by TMZ: http://www.freep.com/article/20140529/SPORTS01/305290150/aaron-hernandez-tmz-detroit-lions
Lions make front office changes, promote Lohman to assistant director of pro personnel: http://www.freep.com/article/20140529/SPORTS01/305290182/detroit-lions-scouting
Getting Matthew Stafford out of his comfort zone can only be good for Lions: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140530/SPORTS0101/305300033/0/sports0101/Getting-Matthew-Stafford-out-his-comfort-zone-can-only-good-Lions
New Lions fullback Jed Collins: 'I'm a small offensive lineman': http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140529/SPORTS0101/305290117/0/sports0101/New-Lions-fullback-Jed-Collins-m-small-offensive-lineman-
Detroit Lions RB Reggie Bush keeping nose to the grindstone in effort to alleviate ball security issues: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_rb_reggie_bush_k_1.html
The art of going hard -- but not too hard -- during OTAs: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_police_themselve.html
Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford picking up new offense quickly, adjusting to new footwork drills: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_matthew_stafford_42.html
Detroit Lions RB Joique Bell (knee) might not be back until training camp: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_rb_joique_bell_k.html
Detroit Lions shake up scouting department, promote the guy who found Larry Warford: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_shake_up_scoutin.html
Detroit Lions’ Matthew Stafford takes on new offense, footwork drills: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140529/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-takes-on-new-offense-footwork-drills
Detroit Lions Calvin Johnson healthy, amazes new coordinator: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140528/detroit-lions-calvin-johnson-healthy-amazes-new-coordinator
Detroit Lions WR Golden Tate fits in as he learns new system: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-wr-golden-tate-fits-in-as.html
New Lions CB Cassius Vaughn Learned From 'Big Brother' Champ Bailey: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/29/new-lions-cb-cassius-vaughn-learned-from-big-brother-champ-bailey/
Four Reason The Lions MIGHT Be Better In 2014: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/29/four-reason-the-lions-might-be-better-in-2014-blog/
Notes: Jim Caldwell, Gunther Cunningham, more: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/29/5761200/lions-notes-jim-caldwell-gunther-cunningham
Lions get C+ grade for offseason from ESPN: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/29/5762448/nfl-offseason-grades-detroit-lions
Miscellaneous:
Former Lions offensive line coach George Yarno diagnosed with cancer: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140529/SPORTS0101/305290120/0/sports0101/Former-Lions-offensive-line-coach-George-Yarno-diagnosed-cancer
Video:
National Media:
Breakout wide receivers of 2014 (Tate is picked as one): http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-videos/0ap2000000354262/Breakout-wide-receivers-of-2014
Local Media:
Reggie Bush on learning the Lions offense: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Reggie-Bush-on-learning-the-Lions-offense/912f0f66-4cd3-4026-95e2-f2991c6a072f
Devin Taylor on defense's communication: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Devin-Taylor-on-defenses-communication/00563399-8dc2-4645-86b0-fc0a3c4afadd
Golden Tate on practicing against Lions defense: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Golden-Tate-on-practicing-against-Lions-defense/d39c74b6-5d52-449f-a608-607314914d6b
Eric Ebron compares college practices to NFL: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Eric-Ebron-compares-college-practices-to-NFL/5689b253-b03e-4d00-a7a3-d0917e03f90f
Rookie Caraun Reid Talks Rec Specs, Music And NFL Life: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/29/rookie-caraun-reid-talks-rec-specs-music-and-nfl-life-video/
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
Morning Lions Links for Thursday 5-29-14
Lions Articles:
National Media:
Healthy Calvin Johnson talks injuries: http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/10996150/nfl-calvin-johnson-detroit-lions-opens-injuries-plagued-last-season
NFL's All-breakout team for 2014 (Warford made the team. He thinks Warford will make the pro bowl. Ansah and Martin also made the team.): http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2014-05-27/nfl-top-25-breakout-players-sleepers-fantasy-ryan-tannehill-ball-bell/slide/10
Coaches in waiting: Broncos' Gase tops list of coordinators on rise (one of them is Joe Lombardi): http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/jason-la-canfora/24574661/coaches-in-waiting-broncos-gase-tops-list-of-coordinators-on-rise
NFL division-by-division point differentials for past decade plus: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/24574480/nfl-division-by-division-point-differentials-for-past-decade-plus
Calvin Johnson's GF -- Threatens to 'Molly Wop' Alleged Baby Mama according to a police report: http://www.tmz.com/2014/05/28/calvin-johnson-girlfriend-baby-mama-molly-wop-police-report/?adid=sidebarwidget-tmzsports
Taking stock of NFC North: Bears very much in championship hunt: http://www.csnchicago.com/bears/taking-stock-nfc-north-bears-very-much-championship-hunt
Olympic champ Boudia remembers Suh's big splash: http://blogs.windsorstar.com/2014/05/28/olympic-champ-boudia-remembers-suhs-big-splash/
Local Media:
Megatron healthy, ready to flourish in new offense: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Megatron-healthy-ready-to-flourish-in-new-offense/cb24c9c6-bbbc-41c8-a757-686e8ded4eac
Drew Sharp: Oh, captain! Suh letting down Lions over contract stalemate: http://www.freep.com/article/20140529/COL08/305290029/detroit-lions-drew-sharp-ndamukong-suh
For Lions, keeping star Calvin Johnson healthy is wise: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140529/SPORTS0101/305290025/For-Lions-keeping-star-Calvin-Johnson-healthy-wise
Lions host ex-Giants cornerback Terrell Thomas for workout: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140528/SPORTS0101/305280097/0/sports0101/Lions-host-ex-Giants-cornerback-Terrell-Thomas-workout
Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson says knee, finger are feeling good: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_wr_calvin_johnso_32.html
From post player to pass rusher, Detroit Lions DE Larry Webster takes unique route to the NFL: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/from_post_player_to_pass_rushe_1.html
Ask Kyle: Why Darius Slay could be among the Detroit Lions' most improved players: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/ask_kyle_why_darius_slay_could.html
Window of opportunity could be closing for Stafford, Suh, Johnson and Detroit Lions, Pat Caputo writes: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140528/window-of-opportunity-could-be-closing-for-stafford-suh-johnson-and-detroit-lions-pat-caputo-writes
Detroit Lions Calvin Johnson, Matthew Stafford impresses OC Joe Lombardi: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-calvin-johnson-matthew.html
Reggie Bush: 'Without Leadership ... We're Not Going To Go That Far': http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/28/reggie-bush-without-leadership-were-not-going-to-go-that-far/
Now Healthy, Calvin Johnson Asks Golden Tate To Deliver Super Bowl Message To Obama: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/28/now-healthy-calvin-johnson-asks-golden-tate-to-deliver-super-bowl-message-to-obama/
Lions notes: Derek Landri works out for Detroit: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/28/5755948/lions-notes-derek-landri-workout
Lions OTA Notes and Observations:
Lions OTA Notes and Observations for Wednesday 5-28-14: http://captainbluelionslinks.blogspot.com/2014/05/lions-ota-notes-and-observations-for.html
Video:
National Media:
NFL Nation Buzz: Detroit Lions: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8128/nfl-nation-buzz-detroit-lions-29
Local Media:
Calvin Johnson on health, new offense: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Calvin-Johnson-on-health-new-offense/5cf327e2-154e-46cb-a584-5f5428670d1d
Detroit Lions reporters discuss level of concern with team's early offensive struggles: http://videos.mlive.com/mlive/2014/05/detroit_lions_reporters_discus_1.html
National Media:
Healthy Calvin Johnson talks injuries: http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/10996150/nfl-calvin-johnson-detroit-lions-opens-injuries-plagued-last-season
NFL's All-breakout team for 2014 (Warford made the team. He thinks Warford will make the pro bowl. Ansah and Martin also made the team.): http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2014-05-27/nfl-top-25-breakout-players-sleepers-fantasy-ryan-tannehill-ball-bell/slide/10
Coaches in waiting: Broncos' Gase tops list of coordinators on rise (one of them is Joe Lombardi): http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/jason-la-canfora/24574661/coaches-in-waiting-broncos-gase-tops-list-of-coordinators-on-rise
NFL division-by-division point differentials for past decade plus: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/24574480/nfl-division-by-division-point-differentials-for-past-decade-plus
Calvin Johnson's GF -- Threatens to 'Molly Wop' Alleged Baby Mama according to a police report: http://www.tmz.com/2014/05/28/calvin-johnson-girlfriend-baby-mama-molly-wop-police-report/?adid=sidebarwidget-tmzsports
Taking stock of NFC North: Bears very much in championship hunt: http://www.csnchicago.com/bears/taking-stock-nfc-north-bears-very-much-championship-hunt
Olympic champ Boudia remembers Suh's big splash: http://blogs.windsorstar.com/2014/05/28/olympic-champ-boudia-remembers-suhs-big-splash/
Local Media:
Megatron healthy, ready to flourish in new offense: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Megatron-healthy-ready-to-flourish-in-new-offense/cb24c9c6-bbbc-41c8-a757-686e8ded4eac
Drew Sharp: Oh, captain! Suh letting down Lions over contract stalemate: http://www.freep.com/article/20140529/COL08/305290029/detroit-lions-drew-sharp-ndamukong-suh
For Lions, keeping star Calvin Johnson healthy is wise: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140529/SPORTS0101/305290025/For-Lions-keeping-star-Calvin-Johnson-healthy-wise
Lions host ex-Giants cornerback Terrell Thomas for workout: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140528/SPORTS0101/305280097/0/sports0101/Lions-host-ex-Giants-cornerback-Terrell-Thomas-workout
Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson says knee, finger are feeling good: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_wr_calvin_johnso_32.html
From post player to pass rusher, Detroit Lions DE Larry Webster takes unique route to the NFL: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/from_post_player_to_pass_rushe_1.html
Ask Kyle: Why Darius Slay could be among the Detroit Lions' most improved players: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/ask_kyle_why_darius_slay_could.html
Window of opportunity could be closing for Stafford, Suh, Johnson and Detroit Lions, Pat Caputo writes: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140528/window-of-opportunity-could-be-closing-for-stafford-suh-johnson-and-detroit-lions-pat-caputo-writes
Detroit Lions Calvin Johnson, Matthew Stafford impresses OC Joe Lombardi: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-calvin-johnson-matthew.html
Reggie Bush: 'Without Leadership ... We're Not Going To Go That Far': http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/28/reggie-bush-without-leadership-were-not-going-to-go-that-far/
Now Healthy, Calvin Johnson Asks Golden Tate To Deliver Super Bowl Message To Obama: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/28/now-healthy-calvin-johnson-asks-golden-tate-to-deliver-super-bowl-message-to-obama/
Lions notes: Derek Landri works out for Detroit: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/28/5755948/lions-notes-derek-landri-workout
Lions OTA Notes and Observations:
Lions OTA Notes and Observations for Wednesday 5-28-14: http://captainbluelionslinks.blogspot.com/2014/05/lions-ota-notes-and-observations-for.html
Video:
National Media:
NFL Nation Buzz: Detroit Lions: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8128/nfl-nation-buzz-detroit-lions-29
Local Media:
Calvin Johnson on health, new offense: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Calvin-Johnson-on-health-new-offense/5cf327e2-154e-46cb-a584-5f5428670d1d
Detroit Lions reporters discuss level of concern with team's early offensive struggles: http://videos.mlive.com/mlive/2014/05/detroit_lions_reporters_discus_1.html
Lions OTA Notes and Observations for Wednesday 5-28-14
Articles:
Notebook: Defense Ahead Of Offense: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NOTEBOOK-Defense-ahead-of-offense/ded4b3c2-7bfc-440b-9100-70f4a3f2655f
O'hara: There's No Rosetta Stone For Nfl Playbooks: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARA-Theres-no-Rosetta-Stone-for-NFL-playbooks/6991c01b-252b-419f-81ee-c6de0da6a8ed
Progress seems a bit slow for Stafford, new offense: http://www.freep.com/article/20140529/SPORTS01/305290030/detroit-lions-new-offense-slow-progress
Free Press' Birkett's article on OTAs: www.freep.com/article/20140528/SPORTS01/305280142/detroit-lions
Lions OTA notes: Megatron glad to be healthy, touts new offense's variety: http://www.freep.com/article/20140528/SPORTS01/305280152/detroit-lions-calvin-johnson
Lions' 'remarkably bright' Stafford working on footwork, timing: http://www.freep.com/article/20140528/SPORTS01/305280164/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford
Mindful of injuries, Lions use caution in OTAs: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140528/SPORTS0101/305280135/Mindful-injuries-Lions-use-caution-OTAs
Offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi's comments following Lions' workout: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140528/SPORTS0101/305280103/0/sports0101/Offensive-coordinator-Joe-Lombardi-s-comments-following-Lions-workout
Lions' defense churns while 'sloppy' offense learns: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140528/SPORTS0101/305280110/Lions-defense-churns-while-sloppy-offense-learns
Injuries: www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/kevin_ogletree_nick_fairley_ch.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+detroit-lions+%28Detroit+Lions+-+MLive.com%29
Detroit Lions OTA notes and observations: Darius Slay playing with confidence: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_ota_notes_and_ob_1.html
Detroit Lions OC Joe Lombardi frustrated by offense's sloppiness during OTAs: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_oc_joe_lombardi_2.html
Oakland Press' Lions OTA Notes: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/general-news/20140528/detroit-lions-notes-offense-sloppy-jim-caldwell-remembers-maya-angelou
Pasche's blog post on the Lions offense being sloppy and dropping passes: oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-offense-sloppy-drops.html
Johnson healed, participating in Lions' OTA practices: http://msn.foxsports.com/detroit/story/johnson-healed-participating-in-lions-ota-practices-052814
ESPN's Rothstein's OTA Observations (Ebron had 2 of the drops and Durham didn't drop much): espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8181/observations-from-the-lions-ota-practice
Lions' offense still has issues to work on: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8187/lions-offense-still-has-issues-to-work-on
Joe Lombardi's comments from Wednesday's Lions OTA: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/28/5759172/lions-otas-joe-lombardi-quotes
Tweets:
Apparently the Lions offense is still sloppy and dropping too many passes: twitter.com/cmonarrez/status/471685286750339072
Birkett also said the Lions was 1 for 5 in must score situations. Only conversion was a second team offense FG: twitter.com/davebirkett/status/471680637439844352
Birkett on the kicking competition (Freese was 3 of 4 and missed a 46 yder and his longest made was a 48 yder, Tavecchio was 4 for 4 and hit a 56 yder): twitter.com/davebirkett/status/471692519378792448
Katzenstein thought Slay was one of the best players today: twitter.com/jkatzenstein/status/471693024741691392
Kyle Meinke also thought Slay was the best player out there today. He got his hands on a few of Stafford's passes: twitter.com/kmeinke/status/471699971113508864
He also said Stafford really struggled with his accuracy today. Lions are tweaking his footwork so he could be adjusting to that: twitter.com/kmeinke/status/471700237548290048
Video:
Joe Lombardi on offense's progress: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Joe-Lombardi-on-offenses-progress/3bb6a50e-f6b2-4c5a-a093-ead955fafac2
Matthew Stafford on working with new coaches: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Matthew-Stafford-on-working-with-new-coaches/98486433-c319-4186-9373-4e91f40db532
No reason to worry about Detroit Lions' offense yet (video): http://www.freep.com/article/20140528/SPORTS01/140528015/detroit-lions
Paula Pasche has videos of drills on this page: www.tout.com/m/631v5x?ref=twfw5e7z
Lions OTA Wrap 5-28: http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/video?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=10209505
Notebook: Defense Ahead Of Offense: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NOTEBOOK-Defense-ahead-of-offense/ded4b3c2-7bfc-440b-9100-70f4a3f2655f
O'hara: There's No Rosetta Stone For Nfl Playbooks: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARA-Theres-no-Rosetta-Stone-for-NFL-playbooks/6991c01b-252b-419f-81ee-c6de0da6a8ed
Progress seems a bit slow for Stafford, new offense: http://www.freep.com/article/20140529/SPORTS01/305290030/detroit-lions-new-offense-slow-progress
Free Press' Birkett's article on OTAs: www.freep.com/article/20140528/SPORTS01/305280142/detroit-lions
Lions OTA notes: Megatron glad to be healthy, touts new offense's variety: http://www.freep.com/article/20140528/SPORTS01/305280152/detroit-lions-calvin-johnson
Lions' 'remarkably bright' Stafford working on footwork, timing: http://www.freep.com/article/20140528/SPORTS01/305280164/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford
Mindful of injuries, Lions use caution in OTAs: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140528/SPORTS0101/305280135/Mindful-injuries-Lions-use-caution-OTAs
Offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi's comments following Lions' workout: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140528/SPORTS0101/305280103/0/sports0101/Offensive-coordinator-Joe-Lombardi-s-comments-following-Lions-workout
Lions' defense churns while 'sloppy' offense learns: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140528/SPORTS0101/305280110/Lions-defense-churns-while-sloppy-offense-learns
Injuries: www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/kevin_ogletree_nick_fairley_ch.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+detroit-lions+%28Detroit+Lions+-+MLive.com%29
Detroit Lions OTA notes and observations: Darius Slay playing with confidence: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_ota_notes_and_ob_1.html
Detroit Lions OC Joe Lombardi frustrated by offense's sloppiness during OTAs: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_oc_joe_lombardi_2.html
Oakland Press' Lions OTA Notes: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/general-news/20140528/detroit-lions-notes-offense-sloppy-jim-caldwell-remembers-maya-angelou
Pasche's blog post on the Lions offense being sloppy and dropping passes: oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-offense-sloppy-drops.html
Johnson healed, participating in Lions' OTA practices: http://msn.foxsports.com/detroit/story/johnson-healed-participating-in-lions-ota-practices-052814
ESPN's Rothstein's OTA Observations (Ebron had 2 of the drops and Durham didn't drop much): espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8181/observations-from-the-lions-ota-practice
Lions' offense still has issues to work on: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8187/lions-offense-still-has-issues-to-work-on
Joe Lombardi's comments from Wednesday's Lions OTA: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/28/5759172/lions-otas-joe-lombardi-quotes
Tweets:
Apparently the Lions offense is still sloppy and dropping too many passes: twitter.com/cmonarrez/status/471685286750339072
Birkett also said the Lions was 1 for 5 in must score situations. Only conversion was a second team offense FG: twitter.com/davebirkett/status/471680637439844352
Birkett on the kicking competition (Freese was 3 of 4 and missed a 46 yder and his longest made was a 48 yder, Tavecchio was 4 for 4 and hit a 56 yder): twitter.com/davebirkett/status/471692519378792448
Katzenstein thought Slay was one of the best players today: twitter.com/jkatzenstein/status/471693024741691392
Kyle Meinke also thought Slay was the best player out there today. He got his hands on a few of Stafford's passes: twitter.com/kmeinke/status/471699971113508864
He also said Stafford really struggled with his accuracy today. Lions are tweaking his footwork so he could be adjusting to that: twitter.com/kmeinke/status/471700237548290048
Video:
Joe Lombardi on offense's progress: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Joe-Lombardi-on-offenses-progress/3bb6a50e-f6b2-4c5a-a093-ead955fafac2
Matthew Stafford on working with new coaches: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Matthew-Stafford-on-working-with-new-coaches/98486433-c319-4186-9373-4e91f40db532
No reason to worry about Detroit Lions' offense yet (video): http://www.freep.com/article/20140528/SPORTS01/140528015/detroit-lions
Paula Pasche has videos of drills on this page: www.tout.com/m/631v5x?ref=twfw5e7z
Lions OTA Wrap 5-28: http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/video?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=10209505
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
Morning Lions Links for Wednesday 5-28-14
Lions Articles:
National Media:
Lions Chat with ESPN's Rothstein: http://espn.go.com/sportsnation/chat/_/id/50651/lions-with-rothstein
More questions from Tuesday's Lions chat: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8167/more-questions-from-tuesdays-lions-chat-2
Things to watch in this week's Lions OTAs: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8157/things-to-watch-in-this-weeks-lions-ota
Lions running back Reggie Bush: Without leadership, we're not going too far: http://nfl.si.com/2014/05/27/reggie-bush-detroit-lions-leadership-jim-caldwell/
Lions enjoying Jim Caldwell's approach to the job: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/27/lions-enjoying-jim-caldwells-approach-to-the-job/
Former Bulldog Montgomery chasing NFL dream: http://www.jcfloridan.com/sports/article_8b9162d2-e5fb-11e3-ad7f-001a4bcf6878.html
Local Media:
Gunther Cunningham settling into new role: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/Gunther-Cunningham-settling-into-new-role/640dc33b-aede-40ef-81d1-3285805b5573
NFC North: Scanning The Headlines: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NFC-North-Scanning-the-headlines/ff25a6ed-2395-4d45-8808-2173dbad6aaa
Lions Gab: Don't underestimate importance of accountability: http://www.freep.com/article/20140528/SPORTS01/305280080/detroit-lions-gab-accountability
Lions host former Bucs DT for workout: http://www.freep.com/article/20140527/SPORTS01/305270112/detroit-lions-tampa-bay-buccaneers
Ravens bummed they didn't get Eric Ebron: http://www.freep.com/article/20140527/SPORTS01/305270096/baltimore-ravens-detroit-lions-ebron
Lions' Slay 'way more ready' after rookie season, work with Rod Woodson: http://www.freep.com/article/20140527/SPORTS01/305270075/detroit-lions-darius-slay
Lions' DE Devin Taylor ready for big encore after productive rookie campaign: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140528/SPORTS0101/305280019/Lions-DE-Devin-Taylor-ready-big-encore-after-productive-rookie-campaign
Lions' Larry Warford ranked among NFL's most underrated players: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140527/SPORTS0101/305270063/0/sports0101/Lions-Larry-Warford-ranked-among-NFL-s-most-underrated-players
Lions host defensive tackle Derek Landri for workout: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140527/SPORTS0101/305270087/0/sports0101/Lions-host-defensive-tackle-Derek-Landri-workout
Sam Martin tweaks form after suffering through back, groin injuries; ready for Lions kickoff battle: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/sam_martin_tweaks_form_after_s.html
As second round of OTAs begin, Detroit Lions are making Eric Ebron, Kyle Van Noy earn their reps: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/as_second_round_of_otas_begin.html
Detroit Lions over/under on 2014 wins set at 8 by Las Vegas sports book: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_overunder_on_201.html
Detroit Lions getting to know coach Jim Caldwell: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140527/detroit-lions-getting-to-know-coach-jim-caldwell
Detroit Lions - Ihedigbo, Tapp, Vaughn could provide boost on defense: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-ihedigbo-tapp-vaughn.html
Lions have formed new players leadership committee under Jim Caldwell: http://www.wxyz.com/sports/football/lions/lions-have-formed-new-players-leadership-committee-under-jim-caldwell
Williams grew out of being a tight end: http://msn.foxsports.com/detroit/story/williams-grew-out-of-tight-end-position-052714
Lions notes: Jim Caldwell, Chris Greenwood, more: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/27/5755796/lions-notes-jim-caldwell-chris-greenwood
National Media:
Lions Chat with ESPN's Rothstein: http://espn.go.com/sportsnation/chat/_/id/50651/lions-with-rothstein
More questions from Tuesday's Lions chat: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8167/more-questions-from-tuesdays-lions-chat-2
Things to watch in this week's Lions OTAs: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8157/things-to-watch-in-this-weeks-lions-ota
Lions running back Reggie Bush: Without leadership, we're not going too far: http://nfl.si.com/2014/05/27/reggie-bush-detroit-lions-leadership-jim-caldwell/
Lions enjoying Jim Caldwell's approach to the job: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/27/lions-enjoying-jim-caldwells-approach-to-the-job/
Former Bulldog Montgomery chasing NFL dream: http://www.jcfloridan.com/sports/article_8b9162d2-e5fb-11e3-ad7f-001a4bcf6878.html
Local Media:
Gunther Cunningham settling into new role: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/Gunther-Cunningham-settling-into-new-role/640dc33b-aede-40ef-81d1-3285805b5573
NFC North: Scanning The Headlines: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NFC-North-Scanning-the-headlines/ff25a6ed-2395-4d45-8808-2173dbad6aaa
Lions Gab: Don't underestimate importance of accountability: http://www.freep.com/article/20140528/SPORTS01/305280080/detroit-lions-gab-accountability
Lions host former Bucs DT for workout: http://www.freep.com/article/20140527/SPORTS01/305270112/detroit-lions-tampa-bay-buccaneers
Ravens bummed they didn't get Eric Ebron: http://www.freep.com/article/20140527/SPORTS01/305270096/baltimore-ravens-detroit-lions-ebron
Lions' Slay 'way more ready' after rookie season, work with Rod Woodson: http://www.freep.com/article/20140527/SPORTS01/305270075/detroit-lions-darius-slay
Lions' DE Devin Taylor ready for big encore after productive rookie campaign: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140528/SPORTS0101/305280019/Lions-DE-Devin-Taylor-ready-big-encore-after-productive-rookie-campaign
Lions' Larry Warford ranked among NFL's most underrated players: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140527/SPORTS0101/305270063/0/sports0101/Lions-Larry-Warford-ranked-among-NFL-s-most-underrated-players
Lions host defensive tackle Derek Landri for workout: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140527/SPORTS0101/305270087/0/sports0101/Lions-host-defensive-tackle-Derek-Landri-workout
Sam Martin tweaks form after suffering through back, groin injuries; ready for Lions kickoff battle: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/sam_martin_tweaks_form_after_s.html
As second round of OTAs begin, Detroit Lions are making Eric Ebron, Kyle Van Noy earn their reps: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/as_second_round_of_otas_begin.html
Detroit Lions over/under on 2014 wins set at 8 by Las Vegas sports book: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_overunder_on_201.html
Detroit Lions getting to know coach Jim Caldwell: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140527/detroit-lions-getting-to-know-coach-jim-caldwell
Detroit Lions - Ihedigbo, Tapp, Vaughn could provide boost on defense: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-ihedigbo-tapp-vaughn.html
Lions have formed new players leadership committee under Jim Caldwell: http://www.wxyz.com/sports/football/lions/lions-have-formed-new-players-leadership-committee-under-jim-caldwell
Williams grew out of being a tight end: http://msn.foxsports.com/detroit/story/williams-grew-out-of-tight-end-position-052714
Lions notes: Jim Caldwell, Chris Greenwood, more: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/27/5755796/lions-notes-jim-caldwell-chris-greenwood
Monday, May 26, 2014
Morning Lions Links for Tuesday 5-27-14
Lions Articles:
National Media:
The biggest issues facing each NFC team at minicamp: http://q.usatoday.com/2014/05/26/nfl-offseason-nfc-biggest-questions-minicamp/
Mandatory Monday: The Hope Index (the Lions are ranked 30th): http://www.sportsonearth.com/article/76751244/mandatory-monday-hope-index-rankings-san-francisco-49ers-seattle-seahawks#!QYYMx
Expecting The Usual Turnover Among Nfl Playoff Teams? Not In 2014: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/jason-la-canfora/24572855/la-canfora-what-nfl-playoff-field-turnover-power-squads-seahawks-49ers-pats-will-rule-2014-wi
Local Media:
O'hara's Monday Countdown: Lions' Youth Movement At Kicker: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARAS-MONDAY-COUNTDOWN-Lions-youth-movement-at-kicker/20c7ec5a-3854-4aa8-b6ef-bf51d0bcf7f1
Jim Caldwell treats Detroit Lions players like men, expects personal accountability: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/jim_caldwell_will_treat_detroi.html
Rodney Austin gets first-team reps at left guard with Detroit Lions: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_rodney_austin.html
Regner: Suh speak doesn't matter to Lions: http://msn.foxsports.com/detroit/story/regner-suh-speak-doesn-t-matter-to-lions-052614
Nate Freese scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/26/5735574/lions-draft-picks-2014-nate-freese-scouting-report
National Media:
The biggest issues facing each NFC team at minicamp: http://q.usatoday.com/2014/05/26/nfl-offseason-nfc-biggest-questions-minicamp/
Mandatory Monday: The Hope Index (the Lions are ranked 30th): http://www.sportsonearth.com/article/76751244/mandatory-monday-hope-index-rankings-san-francisco-49ers-seattle-seahawks#!QYYMx
Expecting The Usual Turnover Among Nfl Playoff Teams? Not In 2014: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/jason-la-canfora/24572855/la-canfora-what-nfl-playoff-field-turnover-power-squads-seahawks-49ers-pats-will-rule-2014-wi
Local Media:
O'hara's Monday Countdown: Lions' Youth Movement At Kicker: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARAS-MONDAY-COUNTDOWN-Lions-youth-movement-at-kicker/20c7ec5a-3854-4aa8-b6ef-bf51d0bcf7f1
Jim Caldwell treats Detroit Lions players like men, expects personal accountability: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/jim_caldwell_will_treat_detroi.html
Rodney Austin gets first-team reps at left guard with Detroit Lions: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_rodney_austin.html
Regner: Suh speak doesn't matter to Lions: http://msn.foxsports.com/detroit/story/regner-suh-speak-doesn-t-matter-to-lions-052614
Nate Freese scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/26/5735574/lions-draft-picks-2014-nate-freese-scouting-report
Morning Lions Links for Monday 5-26-14
Happy Memorial Day!!
Lions Articles:
Local Media:
Mikel Leshoure Taking Full Advantage Of Extra Practice Reps: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Mikel-Leshoure-taking-full-advantage-of-extra-practice-reps/0671ec20-f48e-457a-9bd5-a05548790845
Caldwell: Depth chart is more like rep chart: http://www.freep.com/article/20140526/SPORTS01/305260025/Detroit-Lions
Detroit Lions CB Darius Slay looks impressive in OTAs after working out kinks with Rod Woodson: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_cb_darius_slay_l.html
Meet The New Guy: TJ Jones: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/26/meet-the-new-guy-tj-jones/
TJ Jones Scouting Report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/25/5735572/lions-draft-picks-2014-tj-jones-scouting-report
Lions Articles:
Local Media:
Mikel Leshoure Taking Full Advantage Of Extra Practice Reps: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Mikel-Leshoure-taking-full-advantage-of-extra-practice-reps/0671ec20-f48e-457a-9bd5-a05548790845
Caldwell: Depth chart is more like rep chart: http://www.freep.com/article/20140526/SPORTS01/305260025/Detroit-Lions
Detroit Lions CB Darius Slay looks impressive in OTAs after working out kinks with Rod Woodson: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_cb_darius_slay_l.html
Meet The New Guy: TJ Jones: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/26/meet-the-new-guy-tj-jones/
TJ Jones Scouting Report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/25/5735572/lions-draft-picks-2014-tj-jones-scouting-report
Saturday, May 24, 2014
Morning Lions Links for Sunday 5-25-14
Lions Articles:
National Media:
Lions Mailbag: Personnel questions: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8144/lions-mailbag-personnel-questions-everywhere
Second year spotlight: NFC North: http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Second-year-spotlight-NFC-North.html
Reggie Bush: The Chicago Bears have gotten better: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000353203/article/reggie-bush-the-chicago-bears-have-gotten-better
Eckel: Six NFL teams who may have reversed their fortunes (One of those teams is the Lions. He thinks Caldwell is a major upgrade over Schwartz.): http://www.nj.com/times-sports/index.ssf/2014/05/eckel_six_nfl_teams_who_may_ha.html
Local Media:
Week In Review: OTAs In Full Swing: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/WEEK-IN-REVIEW-OTAs-in-full-swing/5f4d5f9d-24d4-4c2d-8c0e-8a2590eefdf9
New Lions LB Kyle Van Noy projected as starter, but Ashlee Palmer won't just step aside: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140524/SPORTS0101/305240053/0/sports0101/New-Lions-LB-Kyle-Van-Noy-projected-starter-Ashlee-Palmer-won-t-just-step-aside
Lions rookie Ebron already building rapport with fellow TE Pettigrew: http://www.freep.com/article/20140525/SPORTS01/305250107/detroit-lions-eric-ebron-brandon-pettigrew
Detroit Lions rookie Eric Ebron proudly identifies as a tight end, not a wide receiver: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_rookie_eric_ebro.html
Caraun Reid scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/24/5735570/lions-draft-picks-2014-caraun-reid-scouting-report
National Media:
Lions Mailbag: Personnel questions: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8144/lions-mailbag-personnel-questions-everywhere
Second year spotlight: NFC North: http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Second-year-spotlight-NFC-North.html
Reggie Bush: The Chicago Bears have gotten better: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000353203/article/reggie-bush-the-chicago-bears-have-gotten-better
Eckel: Six NFL teams who may have reversed their fortunes (One of those teams is the Lions. He thinks Caldwell is a major upgrade over Schwartz.): http://www.nj.com/times-sports/index.ssf/2014/05/eckel_six_nfl_teams_who_may_ha.html
Local Media:
Week In Review: OTAs In Full Swing: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/WEEK-IN-REVIEW-OTAs-in-full-swing/5f4d5f9d-24d4-4c2d-8c0e-8a2590eefdf9
New Lions LB Kyle Van Noy projected as starter, but Ashlee Palmer won't just step aside: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140524/SPORTS0101/305240053/0/sports0101/New-Lions-LB-Kyle-Van-Noy-projected-starter-Ashlee-Palmer-won-t-just-step-aside
Lions rookie Ebron already building rapport with fellow TE Pettigrew: http://www.freep.com/article/20140525/SPORTS01/305250107/detroit-lions-eric-ebron-brandon-pettigrew
Detroit Lions rookie Eric Ebron proudly identifies as a tight end, not a wide receiver: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_rookie_eric_ebro.html
Caraun Reid scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/24/5735570/lions-draft-picks-2014-caraun-reid-scouting-report
Friday, May 23, 2014
Morning Lions Links for Saturday 5-24-13
Lions Articles:
National Media:
Lions setting up for an aggressive defense: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8140/lions-setting-up-for-an-aggressive-defense
Morning Roar: Bush and the Lions: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8136/morning-roar-bush-and-the-lions
Top 10 veteran vs. rookie competitions for starting jobs (One of the competitions mentioned is Pettigrew vs Ebron): http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2014-05-22/nfl-2014-top-10-starting-competitions-hoyer-manziel-locker-dalton/slide/7
Local Media:
10 Questions With Twentyman: What Concerns Do The Lions Still Have?: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/10-QUESTIONS-WITH-TWENTYMAN-What-concerns-do-the-Lions-still-have/e0defcde-c324-4034-a385-d7f5920fd7ec
Kyle Van Noy Blog: 'i'm Going To Learn A Lot': http://www.detroitlions.com/news/kyle-van-noy/article-1/Kyle-Van-Noy-Blog-Im-going-to-learn-a-lot/c0ae5f1d-6cf1-4bb8-9595-2769a786eade
Lions' Williams gaining weight to switch from TE to OT: http://www.freep.com/article/20140524/SPORTS01/305240026/michael-williams-detroit-lions
Transcript of chat with Lions writer Dave Birkett: http://live.freep.com/Event/Chat_with_Lions_writer_Dave_Birkett_28
Lions running back Mikel Leshoure is set for fresh start: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140523/SPORTS0101/305230120/Lions-running-back-Mikel-Leshoure-set-fresh-start
Detroit Lions WR Ryan Broyles on his way to full strength, 'not scared' of competition in slot: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_ryan_broyles_on.html
LaAdrian Waddle's mindset unchanged after Detroit Lions pass on drafting Taylor Lewan: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/laadrian_waddle_didnt_breathe.html
Detroit Lions' Michael Williams sees brighter future at OT as NFL moves away from blocking TEs: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_michael_williams.html
Detroit Lions CB Cassius Vaughn impresses early: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-cb-cassius-vaughn.html
Lions’ Golden Tate hits home run in batting practice with Tigers: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140523/lions-golden-tate-hits-home-run-in-batting-practice-with-tigers
Drafting Ebron made Fauria the odd-man out: http://msn.foxsports.com/detroit/story/drafting-ebron-made-fauria-the-odd-man-out-052214
Larry Webster scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/23/5735568/lions-draft-picks-2014-larry-webster-scouting-report
National Media:
Lions setting up for an aggressive defense: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8140/lions-setting-up-for-an-aggressive-defense
Morning Roar: Bush and the Lions: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8136/morning-roar-bush-and-the-lions
Top 10 veteran vs. rookie competitions for starting jobs (One of the competitions mentioned is Pettigrew vs Ebron): http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2014-05-22/nfl-2014-top-10-starting-competitions-hoyer-manziel-locker-dalton/slide/7
Local Media:
10 Questions With Twentyman: What Concerns Do The Lions Still Have?: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/10-QUESTIONS-WITH-TWENTYMAN-What-concerns-do-the-Lions-still-have/e0defcde-c324-4034-a385-d7f5920fd7ec
Kyle Van Noy Blog: 'i'm Going To Learn A Lot': http://www.detroitlions.com/news/kyle-van-noy/article-1/Kyle-Van-Noy-Blog-Im-going-to-learn-a-lot/c0ae5f1d-6cf1-4bb8-9595-2769a786eade
Lions' Williams gaining weight to switch from TE to OT: http://www.freep.com/article/20140524/SPORTS01/305240026/michael-williams-detroit-lions
Transcript of chat with Lions writer Dave Birkett: http://live.freep.com/Event/Chat_with_Lions_writer_Dave_Birkett_28
Lions running back Mikel Leshoure is set for fresh start: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140523/SPORTS0101/305230120/Lions-running-back-Mikel-Leshoure-set-fresh-start
Detroit Lions WR Ryan Broyles on his way to full strength, 'not scared' of competition in slot: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_ryan_broyles_on.html
LaAdrian Waddle's mindset unchanged after Detroit Lions pass on drafting Taylor Lewan: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/laadrian_waddle_didnt_breathe.html
Detroit Lions' Michael Williams sees brighter future at OT as NFL moves away from blocking TEs: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_michael_williams.html
Detroit Lions CB Cassius Vaughn impresses early: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-cb-cassius-vaughn.html
Lions’ Golden Tate hits home run in batting practice with Tigers: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140523/lions-golden-tate-hits-home-run-in-batting-practice-with-tigers
Drafting Ebron made Fauria the odd-man out: http://msn.foxsports.com/detroit/story/drafting-ebron-made-fauria-the-odd-man-out-052214
Larry Webster scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/23/5735568/lions-draft-picks-2014-larry-webster-scouting-report
Thursday, May 22, 2014
Morning Lions Links for Friday 5-23-14
Lions Articles:
National Media:
Lions offseason wrap-up: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8022/lions-offseason-wrap-up
Contract details on Nevin Lawson, TJ Jones: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8104/contract-details-on-nevin-lawson-tj-jones
The heat is on: Guys who must perform in 2014 (one of the players discussed is Stafford): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000352823/article/robert-griffin-iii-sam-bradford-among-guys-who-must-deliver
Joseph Fauria knows chances will be harder to come by: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/22/joseph-fauria-knows-chances-will-be-harder-to-come-by/
Secret Superstars 2014: Lions (Tulloch is picked for the Lions): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2014/05/22/secret-superstars-2014-detroit-lions/
Local Media:
Twentyman: Lions Sign Third-round Pick Travis Swanson: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/TWENTYMAN-Lions-sign-third-round-pick-Travis-Swanson/9f0a5d7d-1187-411b-801d-c1b4a05a1cc7
Fauria Continues His Quest For A Bigger Role: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Fauria-continues-his-quest-for-a-bigger-role/caaa29e8-5f55-42d5-b336-c41aba9caed5
Reggie Bush A Proven Commodity In New Offense: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Reggie-Bush-a-proven-commodity-in-new-offense/a35a45ef-0ea5-4b0d-bce1-afe4776ee5de
Swanson becomes sixth Lions draft pick to sign: http://www.freep.com/article/20140522/SPORTS01/305220239/detroit-lions-travis-swanson
Lions show faith in their tackles: http://www.freep.com/article/20140522/SPORTS01/305220230/detroit-lions-laadrian-waddle
Lions' Caldwell taking players out to dinner to get to know them: http://www.freep.com/article/20140522/SPORTS01/305220187/detroit-lions-jim-caldwell
Ticker: Lions' Ebron is a rookie, but he knows the ropes: http://www.freep.com/article/20140523/SPORTS18/305230041/Ticker-Lions-Ebron-rookie-he-knows-ropes
Brandon Pettigrew excited Lions drafted another tight end in Eric Ebron: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140522/SPORTS0101/305220114/0/sports0101/Brandon-Pettigrew-excited-Lions-drafted-another-tight-end-Eric-Ebron
Travis Swanson, Detroit Lions' third-round pick, officially signs rookie contract: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/travis_swanson_detroit_lions_t.html
Detroit Lions DT Ndamukong Suh focused on consistent offseason approach, not criticism: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_ndamukong_suh.html
Detroit Lions could look to pick up their offensive pace in 2014: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_will_look_to_pic.html
Las Vegas showing Detroit Lions early love, favoring team in 10 games: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/las_vegas_showing_detroit_lion.html
Detroit Lions TE Joe Fauria up for the challenge: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140522/detroit-lions-te-joe-fauria-up-for-the-challenge
Detroit Lions Jim Caldwell says fans not shy about giving advice: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-jim-caldwell-says-fans.html
Nevin Lawson scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/22/5718028/lions-draft-picks-2014-nevin-lawson-scouting-report
Lions OTA Articles:
National Media:
The importance of OTAs: http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/The-importance-of-OTAs.html
Local Media:
Jim Caldwell puts a twist on Detroit Lions' receiver drills: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/jim_caldwell_puts_a_twist_on_r.html
Cornerback Cassius Vaughn shines during Detroit Lions OTAs, helps defense 'get crunk': http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/cornerback_cassius_vaughn_deli.html
Lions notes: Recapping Wednesday's OTA practice: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/22/5738492/lions-notes-ota-practice
Video:
National Media:
Eric Ebron visits PFT on NBCSN: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/22/eric-ebron-visits-pft-on-nbcsn/
National Media:
Lions offseason wrap-up: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8022/lions-offseason-wrap-up
Contract details on Nevin Lawson, TJ Jones: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8104/contract-details-on-nevin-lawson-tj-jones
The heat is on: Guys who must perform in 2014 (one of the players discussed is Stafford): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000352823/article/robert-griffin-iii-sam-bradford-among-guys-who-must-deliver
Joseph Fauria knows chances will be harder to come by: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/22/joseph-fauria-knows-chances-will-be-harder-to-come-by/
Secret Superstars 2014: Lions (Tulloch is picked for the Lions): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2014/05/22/secret-superstars-2014-detroit-lions/
Local Media:
Twentyman: Lions Sign Third-round Pick Travis Swanson: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/TWENTYMAN-Lions-sign-third-round-pick-Travis-Swanson/9f0a5d7d-1187-411b-801d-c1b4a05a1cc7
Fauria Continues His Quest For A Bigger Role: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Fauria-continues-his-quest-for-a-bigger-role/caaa29e8-5f55-42d5-b336-c41aba9caed5
Reggie Bush A Proven Commodity In New Offense: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Reggie-Bush-a-proven-commodity-in-new-offense/a35a45ef-0ea5-4b0d-bce1-afe4776ee5de
Swanson becomes sixth Lions draft pick to sign: http://www.freep.com/article/20140522/SPORTS01/305220239/detroit-lions-travis-swanson
Lions show faith in their tackles: http://www.freep.com/article/20140522/SPORTS01/305220230/detroit-lions-laadrian-waddle
Lions' Caldwell taking players out to dinner to get to know them: http://www.freep.com/article/20140522/SPORTS01/305220187/detroit-lions-jim-caldwell
Ticker: Lions' Ebron is a rookie, but he knows the ropes: http://www.freep.com/article/20140523/SPORTS18/305230041/Ticker-Lions-Ebron-rookie-he-knows-ropes
Brandon Pettigrew excited Lions drafted another tight end in Eric Ebron: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140522/SPORTS0101/305220114/0/sports0101/Brandon-Pettigrew-excited-Lions-drafted-another-tight-end-Eric-Ebron
Travis Swanson, Detroit Lions' third-round pick, officially signs rookie contract: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/travis_swanson_detroit_lions_t.html
Detroit Lions DT Ndamukong Suh focused on consistent offseason approach, not criticism: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_ndamukong_suh.html
Detroit Lions could look to pick up their offensive pace in 2014: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_will_look_to_pic.html
Las Vegas showing Detroit Lions early love, favoring team in 10 games: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/las_vegas_showing_detroit_lion.html
Detroit Lions TE Joe Fauria up for the challenge: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140522/detroit-lions-te-joe-fauria-up-for-the-challenge
Detroit Lions Jim Caldwell says fans not shy about giving advice: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-jim-caldwell-says-fans.html
Nevin Lawson scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/22/5718028/lions-draft-picks-2014-nevin-lawson-scouting-report
Lions OTA Articles:
National Media:
The importance of OTAs: http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/The-importance-of-OTAs.html
Local Media:
Jim Caldwell puts a twist on Detroit Lions' receiver drills: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/jim_caldwell_puts_a_twist_on_r.html
Cornerback Cassius Vaughn shines during Detroit Lions OTAs, helps defense 'get crunk': http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/cornerback_cassius_vaughn_deli.html
Lions notes: Recapping Wednesday's OTA practice: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/22/5738492/lions-notes-ota-practice
Video:
National Media:
Eric Ebron visits PFT on NBCSN: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/22/eric-ebron-visits-pft-on-nbcsn/
Wednesday, May 21, 2014
Morning Lions Links for Thursday 5-22-14
Lions Articles:
National Media:
Could Suh's statement be good for Detroit?: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8084/could-suhs-statement-be-good-for-detroit
Morning Roar: A way Caldwell will bond: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8045/morning-roar-a-way-caldwell-will-bond
Coach, teammate defend Suh for his no-shows: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/21/coach-teammates-defend-suh-for-his-no-shows/
Eight NFL quarterbacks at career crossroads (Stafford is one of the eight QBs): http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2014-05-21/nfl-quarterbacks-career-crossroads-eli-manning-griffin-dalton-stafford/slide/1
SI's NFL Power Rankings: Post-draft edition (Lions ranked 18): http://nfl.si.com/2014/05/21/nfl-power-rankings-post-2014-nfl-draft/2/
Reggie Bush: Leadership was an issue for Lions: http://larrybrownsports.com/football/reggie-bush-leadership-detroit-lions/230116
Catching Up With Lions WR Golden Tate: http://www.thepostgame.com/blog/men-action/201405/golden-tate-nfl-seattle-seahawks-detroit-lions-football
Colonials OT tries to impress Detroit: http://www.post-gazette.com/sports/rmu/2014/05/22/Colonials-OT-tries-to-impress-Detroit/stories/201405220181
Local Media:
O'hara: Suh's Puzzling Draft Comment Overshadows All: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARA-Suhs-puzzling-draft-comment-overshadows-all/4a51b804-663c-4673-804c-9f1eec4c7f68
Theo Riddick Welcomes Golden Tate, Tj Jones To Lions: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/Theo-Riddick-welcomes-Golden-Tate-TJ-Jones-to-Lions/90473f1d-a760-4329-9daf-39bcd8aedf36
Darius Slay, Lions Embracing New Defense: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Darius-Slay-Lions-embracing-new-defense-/9384e4e9-29d4-43c4-80fb-d6bc762c52a1
Lions' Jason Jones almost back from knee surgery: 'I feel good': http://www.freep.com/article/20140521/SPORTS01/305210108/detroit-lions-jason-jones
Suh: I could've gone elsewhere in draft but chose to be a Lion: http://www.freep.com/article/20140521/SPORTS01/305210169/ndamukong-suh-detroit-lions
Detroit Lions' Eric Ebron's Twitter war with Calvin Pryor just friendly smack talk: http://www.freep.com/article/20140521/SPORTS01/305210219/detroit-lions-eric-ebron-calvin-pryor
Lions TE Fauria eager to fight for his position versus No. 10 draftee Ebron: http://www.freep.com/article/20140522/SPORTS01/305220146/Lions-TE-Fauria-eager-fight-his-position-versus-No-10-draftee-Ebron
Lions' Bush: New offensive scheme like one Saints used: http://www.freep.com/article/20140522/SPORTS01/305220154/Lions-Bush-New-offensive-scheme-like-one-Saints-used
Lions coach Jim Caldwell's comments following Wednesday's workout: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140521/SPORTS0101/305210108/Lions-coach-Jim-Caldwell-s-comments-following-Wednesday-s-workout
Ndamukong Suh remains Lions' befuddling behemoth: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140522/SPORTS0101/305230002/Ndamukong-Suh-remains-Lions-befuddling-behemoth
Lions' Joseph Fauria undaunted despite arrival of first-rounder Eric Ebron: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140521/SPORTS0101/305210103/Lions-Joseph-Fauria-undaunted-despite-arrival-first-rounder-Eric-Ebron
Joseph Fauria understands Detroit Lions' selection of Eric Ebron, but wants to play too: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/joseph_fauria_detroit_lions_1.html
Ndamukong Suh says he could have opted to not be drafted by Detroit Lions http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/ndamukong_suh_says_he_could_ha.html
Jim Caldwell: Ndamukong Suh 'didn't do anything wrong,' doesn't owe teammates explanation: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/jim_caldwell_ndamukong_suh_did.html
Darius Slay: Detroit Lions' cornerbacks could play exclusively in press coverage: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/darius_slay_detroit_lions_corn.html
Detroit Lions moving Michael Williams to offensive tackle: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_moving_michael_w.html
Detroit Lions RB Reggie Bush's take on Ndamukong Suh: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-rb-reggie-bushs-take-on.html
Season Looks Bleaker For Lions As Soon As Suh Opens His Mouth: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/21/season-looks-bleaker-for-lions-as-soon-as-suh-opens-his-mouth-opinion/
Lions OTA Notes and Observations:
National Media:
Some thoughts from Lions' OTA practice: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8067/some-thoughts-from-the-lions-ota-practice
Bell not concerned about nagging injury: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8089/bell-not-concerned-about-nagging-injury
Local Media:
Notebook: Lions Convert Michael Williams To Tackle: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NOTEBOOK-Lions-convert-Michael-Williams-to-tackle/a28e415b-8926-40a5-b30c-46fbcc98b5ec
Tim And Mike: Talking OTAs: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/TIM-AND-MIKE-Talking-OTAs/1ed8d8bd-b243-403f-a9e7-bbf61d6071f3
Lions practice up-tempo, diverse attack: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140522/SPORTS0101/305220036/Lions-practice-up-tempo-diverse-attack
Lions' Tate misses OTAs today, joins Seahawks for White House visit: http://www.freep.com/article/20140521/SPORTS01/305210205/detroit-lions-golden-tate-barack-obama
Detroit Lions OTA notes and observations: Defense dominates first full practice open to media: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_ota_notes_and_ob.html
3 absent (including Golden Tate), 5 sit out Detroit Lions' OTA practice: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/3_absent_including_golden_tate.html
Detroit Lions notes: Reggie Bush says offense ‘exactly’ like Saints: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140521/detroit-lions-notes-reggie-bush-says-offense-exactly-like-saints
Jim Caldwell's comments from Wednesday's Lions OTA: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/21/5739174/lions-otas-jim-caldwell-quotes
Lions notes: Nick Fairley, Levy beard update, more: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/21/5735318/lions-notes-nick-fairley-deandre-levy-beard
Video:
National Media:
NFL Nation Buzz: Detroit Lions: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7850/nfl-nation-buzz-detroit-lions-28
Rapoport: Suh's agent spoke with Lions before draft: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000352740/Rapoport-Suh-s-agent-spoke-with-Lions-before-draft#
Local Media:
Ndamukong Suh on participating in OTAs: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Ndamukong-Suh-on-participating-in-OTAs/b9a592a7-7770-4bdb-9b6a-a30e0b8eabd1
Teammates talk Ndamukong Suh's arrival: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Teammates-talk-Ndamukong-Suhs-arrival/fd63dfef-06e7-4189-9bf2-478f7f7961c6
Reggie Bush on Lions offense: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Reggie-Bush-on-Lions-offense/13194f7a-6de1-4f5d-aed4-7bde87bdef6e
Tim and Mike on Suh, OTA first impressions: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Tim-and-Mike-on-Suh-OTA-first-impressions/90697b1b-da24-49f7-9d3c-abd9a31b4a60
The good and the bad from Detroit Lions OTAs, including Ndamukong Suh's press conference bombshell: http://videos.mlive.com/mlive/2014/05/the_good_and_the_bad_from_detr.html
National Media:
Could Suh's statement be good for Detroit?: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8084/could-suhs-statement-be-good-for-detroit
Morning Roar: A way Caldwell will bond: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8045/morning-roar-a-way-caldwell-will-bond
Coach, teammate defend Suh for his no-shows: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/21/coach-teammates-defend-suh-for-his-no-shows/
Eight NFL quarterbacks at career crossroads (Stafford is one of the eight QBs): http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2014-05-21/nfl-quarterbacks-career-crossroads-eli-manning-griffin-dalton-stafford/slide/1
SI's NFL Power Rankings: Post-draft edition (Lions ranked 18): http://nfl.si.com/2014/05/21/nfl-power-rankings-post-2014-nfl-draft/2/
Reggie Bush: Leadership was an issue for Lions: http://larrybrownsports.com/football/reggie-bush-leadership-detroit-lions/230116
Catching Up With Lions WR Golden Tate: http://www.thepostgame.com/blog/men-action/201405/golden-tate-nfl-seattle-seahawks-detroit-lions-football
Colonials OT tries to impress Detroit: http://www.post-gazette.com/sports/rmu/2014/05/22/Colonials-OT-tries-to-impress-Detroit/stories/201405220181
Local Media:
O'hara: Suh's Puzzling Draft Comment Overshadows All: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARA-Suhs-puzzling-draft-comment-overshadows-all/4a51b804-663c-4673-804c-9f1eec4c7f68
Theo Riddick Welcomes Golden Tate, Tj Jones To Lions: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/Theo-Riddick-welcomes-Golden-Tate-TJ-Jones-to-Lions/90473f1d-a760-4329-9daf-39bcd8aedf36
Darius Slay, Lions Embracing New Defense: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Darius-Slay-Lions-embracing-new-defense-/9384e4e9-29d4-43c4-80fb-d6bc762c52a1
Lions' Jason Jones almost back from knee surgery: 'I feel good': http://www.freep.com/article/20140521/SPORTS01/305210108/detroit-lions-jason-jones
Suh: I could've gone elsewhere in draft but chose to be a Lion: http://www.freep.com/article/20140521/SPORTS01/305210169/ndamukong-suh-detroit-lions
Detroit Lions' Eric Ebron's Twitter war with Calvin Pryor just friendly smack talk: http://www.freep.com/article/20140521/SPORTS01/305210219/detroit-lions-eric-ebron-calvin-pryor
Lions TE Fauria eager to fight for his position versus No. 10 draftee Ebron: http://www.freep.com/article/20140522/SPORTS01/305220146/Lions-TE-Fauria-eager-fight-his-position-versus-No-10-draftee-Ebron
Lions' Bush: New offensive scheme like one Saints used: http://www.freep.com/article/20140522/SPORTS01/305220154/Lions-Bush-New-offensive-scheme-like-one-Saints-used
Lions coach Jim Caldwell's comments following Wednesday's workout: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140521/SPORTS0101/305210108/Lions-coach-Jim-Caldwell-s-comments-following-Wednesday-s-workout
Ndamukong Suh remains Lions' befuddling behemoth: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140522/SPORTS0101/305230002/Ndamukong-Suh-remains-Lions-befuddling-behemoth
Lions' Joseph Fauria undaunted despite arrival of first-rounder Eric Ebron: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140521/SPORTS0101/305210103/Lions-Joseph-Fauria-undaunted-despite-arrival-first-rounder-Eric-Ebron
Joseph Fauria understands Detroit Lions' selection of Eric Ebron, but wants to play too: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/joseph_fauria_detroit_lions_1.html
Ndamukong Suh says he could have opted to not be drafted by Detroit Lions http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/ndamukong_suh_says_he_could_ha.html
Jim Caldwell: Ndamukong Suh 'didn't do anything wrong,' doesn't owe teammates explanation: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/jim_caldwell_ndamukong_suh_did.html
Darius Slay: Detroit Lions' cornerbacks could play exclusively in press coverage: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/darius_slay_detroit_lions_corn.html
Detroit Lions moving Michael Williams to offensive tackle: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_moving_michael_w.html
Detroit Lions RB Reggie Bush's take on Ndamukong Suh: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-rb-reggie-bushs-take-on.html
Season Looks Bleaker For Lions As Soon As Suh Opens His Mouth: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/21/season-looks-bleaker-for-lions-as-soon-as-suh-opens-his-mouth-opinion/
Lions OTA Notes and Observations:
National Media:
Some thoughts from Lions' OTA practice: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8067/some-thoughts-from-the-lions-ota-practice
Bell not concerned about nagging injury: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8089/bell-not-concerned-about-nagging-injury
Local Media:
Notebook: Lions Convert Michael Williams To Tackle: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NOTEBOOK-Lions-convert-Michael-Williams-to-tackle/a28e415b-8926-40a5-b30c-46fbcc98b5ec
Tim And Mike: Talking OTAs: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/TIM-AND-MIKE-Talking-OTAs/1ed8d8bd-b243-403f-a9e7-bbf61d6071f3
Lions practice up-tempo, diverse attack: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140522/SPORTS0101/305220036/Lions-practice-up-tempo-diverse-attack
Lions' Tate misses OTAs today, joins Seahawks for White House visit: http://www.freep.com/article/20140521/SPORTS01/305210205/detroit-lions-golden-tate-barack-obama
Detroit Lions OTA notes and observations: Defense dominates first full practice open to media: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_ota_notes_and_ob.html
3 absent (including Golden Tate), 5 sit out Detroit Lions' OTA practice: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/3_absent_including_golden_tate.html
Detroit Lions notes: Reggie Bush says offense ‘exactly’ like Saints: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140521/detroit-lions-notes-reggie-bush-says-offense-exactly-like-saints
Jim Caldwell's comments from Wednesday's Lions OTA: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/21/5739174/lions-otas-jim-caldwell-quotes
Lions notes: Nick Fairley, Levy beard update, more: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/21/5735318/lions-notes-nick-fairley-deandre-levy-beard
Video:
National Media:
NFL Nation Buzz: Detroit Lions: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7850/nfl-nation-buzz-detroit-lions-28
Rapoport: Suh's agent spoke with Lions before draft: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000352740/Rapoport-Suh-s-agent-spoke-with-Lions-before-draft#
Local Media:
Ndamukong Suh on participating in OTAs: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Ndamukong-Suh-on-participating-in-OTAs/b9a592a7-7770-4bdb-9b6a-a30e0b8eabd1
Teammates talk Ndamukong Suh's arrival: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Teammates-talk-Ndamukong-Suhs-arrival/fd63dfef-06e7-4189-9bf2-478f7f7961c6
Reggie Bush on Lions offense: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Reggie-Bush-on-Lions-offense/13194f7a-6de1-4f5d-aed4-7bde87bdef6e
Tim and Mike on Suh, OTA first impressions: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Tim-and-Mike-on-Suh-OTA-first-impressions/90697b1b-da24-49f7-9d3c-abd9a31b4a60
The good and the bad from Detroit Lions OTAs, including Ndamukong Suh's press conference bombshell: http://videos.mlive.com/mlive/2014/05/the_good_and_the_bad_from_detr.html
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
Morning Lions Links for Wednesday 5-21-14
Lions Articles:
National Media:
2011 NFL Draft Revisited: Part 1, teams 17-32 (The Fairley pick is ranked 30th and the grade is a D+): http://www.cbssports.com/general/blog/rob-rang/24566816/nfl-draft-revisited-part-1-teams-17-32
Jason Jones improving in recovery: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8038/jason-jones-improving-in-recovery-process
As Suh returns, Fairley now out: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8035/as-suh-returns-fairley-now-out
Five interesting topics for Lions' first OTA: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8007/five-interesting-topics-for-detroits-first-ota
Projected 2014 starters: Detroit Lions: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000352290/article/projected-2014-starters-detroit-lions
Ebron: Watkins will win Offensive Rookie of the Year: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000352285/article/ebron-watkins-will-win-offensive-rookie-of-the-year
Eric Ebron: Lions’ offense “should take it to a whole new level”: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/20/eric-ebron-lions-offense-should-take-it-to-a-whole-new-level/
NFL coaches set for first-year success (Caldwell is 5th): http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/nfl/news/20140520/bill-o-brien-houston-texans-nfl-playoffs-2015/
Joseph Hayes: Suh Will Answer The Call: http://www.thetimesherald.com/article/20140520/SPORTS/305200029/Joseph-Hayes-Detroit-Tigers-hired-right-manager
Local Media:
Chad Abram's Pro Day Performance Put Him On The Lions' Radar: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Chad-Abrams-pro-day-performance-put-him-on-the-Lions-radar/a2f5babb-7422-40b2-ac04-b242d52976e2
Five Storylines To Follow Heading Into OTAs: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Five-storylines-to-follow-heading-into-OTAs/3ff29b33-e39b-4c65-8218-5d9f6dc20a60
Lions Gab: A deeper look at each stage of an NFL team's offseason workouts: http://www.freep.com/article/20140521/SPORTS01/305210061/detroit-lions-gab-offseason
Caldwell not concerned about Suh; Fairley out with 'medical issue': http://www.freep.com/article/20140520/SPORTS01/305200187/detroit-lions-taste-of-the-lions-jim-caldwell-ndamukong-suh-nick-fairley
Suh back on field with Lions: 'The word is 'intensity' ... I know he's ready': http://www.freep.com/article/20140520/SPORTS01/305200131/detroit-lions-ndamukong-suh
Lions' Raiola happy to help his heir apparent, Travis Swanson: http://www.freep.com/article/20140520/SPORTS01/305200083/detroit-lions-travis-swanson
Lions cornerback Darius Slay sees last season as learning experience, is ready to excel: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140520/SPORTS0101/305200116/0/sports0101/Lions-cornerback-Darius-Slay-sees-last-season-learning-experience-ready-excel
Lions' Ndamukong Suh shows up for workouts; Fairley out after surgery: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140520/SPORTS0101/305200104/Lions-Ndamukong-Suh-shows-up-workouts-Fairley-out-after-surgery
Lions' Ndamukong Suh makes Sports Illustrated's most disliked list: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140520/SPORTS0101/305200063/Lions-Ndamukong-Suh-makes-Sports-Illustrated-s-most-disliked-list
Detroit Lions' Nick Fairley misses OTAs after undergoing procedure and other injury notes: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_nick_fairley_mis_1.html
Dominic Raiola understands Detroit Lions fans' criticism of officiating: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_dominic_raiola_u.html
Rookie Detroit Lions receiver TJ Jones could help replace Nate Burleson in slot: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/tj_jones_nate_burleson_detroit.html
Detroit Lions' Dominic Raiola plans to embrace mentoring eventual replacement Travis Swanson: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_dominic_raiola_p.html
5 things to watch as Detroit Lions open first wave of OTAs: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/5_things_to_watch_as_detroit_l.html
Detroit Lions QB James Franklin aims for 53-man roster: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140520/detroit-lions-qb-james-franklin-aims-for-53-man-roster
New Lions Offense Means Fresh Start For Practice Squad WR Corey Fuller: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/20/new-lions-offense-means-fresh-start-for-practice-squad-wr-corey-fuller/
James Franklin is a jack-of-all-trades: http://msn.foxsports.com/detroit/story/james-franklin-is-a-jack-of-all-trades-051914
5 questions on Travis Swanson with Arkansas Fight: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/20/5721218/lions-draft-picks-2014-travis-swanson
Lions notes: Reggie Bush, Calvin Johnson, more: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/20/5728880/lions-notes-reggie-bush-calvin-johnson
U-M study examines Lions' philanthropy: http://www.wxyz.com/sports/football/lions/university-of-michigan-study-examines-lions-philanthropy
Video:
Local Media:
Video: Detroit Lions reporters discuss Ndamukong Suh rejoining the team for OTAs: http://videos.mlive.com/mlive/2014/05/video_detroit_lions_reporters.html
Miscellaneous:
Ex-Lions RB Kevin Smith signs with CFL's Blue Bombers: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140520/SPORTS0101/305200085/Ex-Lions-RB-Kevin-Smith-signs-CFL-s-Blue-Bombers
Former Detroit Lion among ex-players suing NFL over painkillers: http://www.freep.com/article/20140520/SPORTS01/305200145/nfl-painkiller-lawsuit-detroit-lions
Minnesota awarded 2018 Super Bowl: http://msn.foxsports.com/north/story/minnesota-awarded-2018-super-bowl-052014
National Media:
2011 NFL Draft Revisited: Part 1, teams 17-32 (The Fairley pick is ranked 30th and the grade is a D+): http://www.cbssports.com/general/blog/rob-rang/24566816/nfl-draft-revisited-part-1-teams-17-32
Jason Jones improving in recovery: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8038/jason-jones-improving-in-recovery-process
As Suh returns, Fairley now out: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8035/as-suh-returns-fairley-now-out
Five interesting topics for Lions' first OTA: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/8007/five-interesting-topics-for-detroits-first-ota
Projected 2014 starters: Detroit Lions: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000352290/article/projected-2014-starters-detroit-lions
Ebron: Watkins will win Offensive Rookie of the Year: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000352285/article/ebron-watkins-will-win-offensive-rookie-of-the-year
Eric Ebron: Lions’ offense “should take it to a whole new level”: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/20/eric-ebron-lions-offense-should-take-it-to-a-whole-new-level/
NFL coaches set for first-year success (Caldwell is 5th): http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/nfl/news/20140520/bill-o-brien-houston-texans-nfl-playoffs-2015/
Joseph Hayes: Suh Will Answer The Call: http://www.thetimesherald.com/article/20140520/SPORTS/305200029/Joseph-Hayes-Detroit-Tigers-hired-right-manager
Local Media:
Chad Abram's Pro Day Performance Put Him On The Lions' Radar: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Chad-Abrams-pro-day-performance-put-him-on-the-Lions-radar/a2f5babb-7422-40b2-ac04-b242d52976e2
Five Storylines To Follow Heading Into OTAs: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Five-storylines-to-follow-heading-into-OTAs/3ff29b33-e39b-4c65-8218-5d9f6dc20a60
Lions Gab: A deeper look at each stage of an NFL team's offseason workouts: http://www.freep.com/article/20140521/SPORTS01/305210061/detroit-lions-gab-offseason
Caldwell not concerned about Suh; Fairley out with 'medical issue': http://www.freep.com/article/20140520/SPORTS01/305200187/detroit-lions-taste-of-the-lions-jim-caldwell-ndamukong-suh-nick-fairley
Suh back on field with Lions: 'The word is 'intensity' ... I know he's ready': http://www.freep.com/article/20140520/SPORTS01/305200131/detroit-lions-ndamukong-suh
Lions' Raiola happy to help his heir apparent, Travis Swanson: http://www.freep.com/article/20140520/SPORTS01/305200083/detroit-lions-travis-swanson
Lions cornerback Darius Slay sees last season as learning experience, is ready to excel: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140520/SPORTS0101/305200116/0/sports0101/Lions-cornerback-Darius-Slay-sees-last-season-learning-experience-ready-excel
Lions' Ndamukong Suh shows up for workouts; Fairley out after surgery: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140520/SPORTS0101/305200104/Lions-Ndamukong-Suh-shows-up-workouts-Fairley-out-after-surgery
Lions' Ndamukong Suh makes Sports Illustrated's most disliked list: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140520/SPORTS0101/305200063/Lions-Ndamukong-Suh-makes-Sports-Illustrated-s-most-disliked-list
Detroit Lions' Nick Fairley misses OTAs after undergoing procedure and other injury notes: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_nick_fairley_mis_1.html
Dominic Raiola understands Detroit Lions fans' criticism of officiating: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_dominic_raiola_u.html
Rookie Detroit Lions receiver TJ Jones could help replace Nate Burleson in slot: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/tj_jones_nate_burleson_detroit.html
Detroit Lions' Dominic Raiola plans to embrace mentoring eventual replacement Travis Swanson: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_dominic_raiola_p.html
5 things to watch as Detroit Lions open first wave of OTAs: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/5_things_to_watch_as_detroit_l.html
Detroit Lions QB James Franklin aims for 53-man roster: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140520/detroit-lions-qb-james-franklin-aims-for-53-man-roster
New Lions Offense Means Fresh Start For Practice Squad WR Corey Fuller: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/20/new-lions-offense-means-fresh-start-for-practice-squad-wr-corey-fuller/
James Franklin is a jack-of-all-trades: http://msn.foxsports.com/detroit/story/james-franklin-is-a-jack-of-all-trades-051914
5 questions on Travis Swanson with Arkansas Fight: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/20/5721218/lions-draft-picks-2014-travis-swanson
Lions notes: Reggie Bush, Calvin Johnson, more: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/20/5728880/lions-notes-reggie-bush-calvin-johnson
U-M study examines Lions' philanthropy: http://www.wxyz.com/sports/football/lions/university-of-michigan-study-examines-lions-philanthropy
Video:
Local Media:
Video: Detroit Lions reporters discuss Ndamukong Suh rejoining the team for OTAs: http://videos.mlive.com/mlive/2014/05/video_detroit_lions_reporters.html
Miscellaneous:
Ex-Lions RB Kevin Smith signs with CFL's Blue Bombers: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140520/SPORTS0101/305200085/Ex-Lions-RB-Kevin-Smith-signs-CFL-s-Blue-Bombers
Former Detroit Lion among ex-players suing NFL over painkillers: http://www.freep.com/article/20140520/SPORTS01/305200145/nfl-painkiller-lawsuit-detroit-lions
Minnesota awarded 2018 Super Bowl: http://msn.foxsports.com/north/story/minnesota-awarded-2018-super-bowl-052014
Monday, May 19, 2014
Morning Lions Links for Tuesday 5-20-14
Lions Articles:
National Media:
Morning Roar: Final rookie camp thoughts: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7960/morning-roar-final-rookie-camp-thoughts
Ebron trying to earn veteran respect: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7964/detroit-lions-eric-ebron-trying-to-earn-veteran-respect-in-otas
Details on Webster, Freese, Reid contracts: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7971/details-on-webster-freese-reid-contracts
Bad draft day could end up good for Lucas: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7977/bad-draft-day-could-end-up-good-for-lucas
Watkins thought he'd be drafted by the Lions or the Buccaneers: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/19/watkins-thought-hed-be-drafted-by-the-lions-or-the-buccaneers/
Detroit Lions' versatile, confident rookie Eric Ebron ready for do-it-all role: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/detroit-lions--versatile--confident-rookie-eric-ebron-ready-for-do-it-all-role-161631150.html
Cumulative Effect: Hitting the QB: https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2014/05/19/cumulative-effect-hitting-the-qb/
Local Media:
O'hara's Monday Countdown: Expectations For The 2014 Draft Class: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARAS-MONDAY-COUNTDOWN-Expectations-for-the-2014-draft-class/b1581997-eeec-49be-85d0-b9491c3de3e8
Franklin Settles On Qb, Looks To Land Job With Lions: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Franklin-settles-on-QB-looks-to-land-job-with-Lions/391b20d2-7e80-4ff0-9145-7bf29a5d3b9f
Jamie Samuelsen's blog: Caldwell just doing his job in publicly backing Suh: http://www.freep.com/article/20140520/SPORTS01/305200029/jamie-samuelsen-blog-detroit-lions-ndmaukong-suh
Raiola can't wait for OTAs, to see Suh: http://www.freep.com/article/20140519/SPORTS01/305190194/detroit-lions-dominic-raiola-ndamukong-suh-otas
Lions' Ebron wants to be rookie of the year, but learning offense comes first: http://www.freep.com/article/20140519/SPORTS01/305190086/eric-ebron-detroit-lions
Jason Hanson gives thumbs up to Lions' kicking heir apparent Nate Freese: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140520/SPORTS0101/305200015/Jason-Hanson-gives-thumbs-up-Lions-kicking-heir-apparent-Nate-Freese
Lions can't give up on Suh, no matter the headache: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140519/SPORTS0101/305190017/Lions-can-t-give-up-Suh-no-matter-headache
Lions WR Fuller hopes to make the team, face his brother: http://www.freep.com/article/20140519/SPORTS01/305190147/detroit-lions-chicago-bears-fuller
Lions rookie QB James Franklin prefers passing to running: http://www.freep.com/article/20140519/SPORTS01/305190037/Lions-dual-threat-rookie-QB-James-Franklin-prefers-passing-to-running
Snubbed in draft, Lions' Cornelius Lucas has 'boulder' on his shoulder: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140518/SPORTS0101/305180043/Snubbed-draft-Lions-Cornelius-Lucas-has-boulder-his-shoulder
Detroit Lions sign tryout DT Gregory Hickman, release Corvey Irvin: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_sign_tryout_dt_g.html
Healthy diet helps Detroit Lions WR Corey Fuller put on good weight, drop 12 pounds: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_wr_corey_fuller.html
Detroit Lions, rookie TE Eric Ebron not concerned about dropped passes: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_rookie_te_eric_e.html
Detroit Lions rookie Nate Freese will challenge Sam Martin for kickoff duties: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_rookie_nate_free.html
Dual-threat QB James Franklin makes bid for spot with Detroit Lions: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/qb_james_franklin_detroit_lion.html
Detroit Lions QB James Franklin reaches out to former Missouri teammate Michael Sam: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_qb_james_frankli.html
Detroit Lions' Dominic Raiola confirms Ndamukong Suh will join team for OTAs, will look like Adonis: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_dominic_raiola_c_3.html
Ndamukong Suh many things, but great leader for Detroit Lions not one of them, Pat Caputo says: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140519/ndamukong-suh-many-things-but-great-leader-for-detroit-lions-not-one-of-them-pat-caputo-says
Detroit Lions' Dominic Raiola expects Ndamukong Suh back, welcomes rookie center: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140519/detroit-lions-dominic-raiola-expects-ndamukong-suh-back-welcomes-rookie-center
Cornelius Lucas Explains Why He Signed With Lions Over Five Or Six Other Teams: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/19/cornelius-lucas-explains-why-he-signed-with-lions-over-five-or-six-other-teams/
Lions notes: Wrapping up Detroit's rookie minicamp: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/19/5728870/lions-notes-rookie-minicamp-2014
Travis Swanson scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/19/5718026/lions-draft-picks-2014-travis-swanson-scouting-report
Video:
National Media:
PFT Live: Lions talk with Dave Birkett, PFT Planet calls and tweets: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/19/pft-live-lions-talk-with-dave-birkett-pft-planet-calls-and-tweets-2/
Local Media:
Bowlin with Joique Bell: http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/video?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=10179475
National Media:
Morning Roar: Final rookie camp thoughts: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7960/morning-roar-final-rookie-camp-thoughts
Ebron trying to earn veteran respect: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7964/detroit-lions-eric-ebron-trying-to-earn-veteran-respect-in-otas
Details on Webster, Freese, Reid contracts: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7971/details-on-webster-freese-reid-contracts
Bad draft day could end up good for Lucas: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7977/bad-draft-day-could-end-up-good-for-lucas
Watkins thought he'd be drafted by the Lions or the Buccaneers: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/19/watkins-thought-hed-be-drafted-by-the-lions-or-the-buccaneers/
Detroit Lions' versatile, confident rookie Eric Ebron ready for do-it-all role: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/detroit-lions--versatile--confident-rookie-eric-ebron-ready-for-do-it-all-role-161631150.html
Cumulative Effect: Hitting the QB: https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2014/05/19/cumulative-effect-hitting-the-qb/
Local Media:
O'hara's Monday Countdown: Expectations For The 2014 Draft Class: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARAS-MONDAY-COUNTDOWN-Expectations-for-the-2014-draft-class/b1581997-eeec-49be-85d0-b9491c3de3e8
Franklin Settles On Qb, Looks To Land Job With Lions: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Franklin-settles-on-QB-looks-to-land-job-with-Lions/391b20d2-7e80-4ff0-9145-7bf29a5d3b9f
Jamie Samuelsen's blog: Caldwell just doing his job in publicly backing Suh: http://www.freep.com/article/20140520/SPORTS01/305200029/jamie-samuelsen-blog-detroit-lions-ndmaukong-suh
Raiola can't wait for OTAs, to see Suh: http://www.freep.com/article/20140519/SPORTS01/305190194/detroit-lions-dominic-raiola-ndamukong-suh-otas
Lions' Ebron wants to be rookie of the year, but learning offense comes first: http://www.freep.com/article/20140519/SPORTS01/305190086/eric-ebron-detroit-lions
Jason Hanson gives thumbs up to Lions' kicking heir apparent Nate Freese: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140520/SPORTS0101/305200015/Jason-Hanson-gives-thumbs-up-Lions-kicking-heir-apparent-Nate-Freese
Lions can't give up on Suh, no matter the headache: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140519/SPORTS0101/305190017/Lions-can-t-give-up-Suh-no-matter-headache
Lions WR Fuller hopes to make the team, face his brother: http://www.freep.com/article/20140519/SPORTS01/305190147/detroit-lions-chicago-bears-fuller
Lions rookie QB James Franklin prefers passing to running: http://www.freep.com/article/20140519/SPORTS01/305190037/Lions-dual-threat-rookie-QB-James-Franklin-prefers-passing-to-running
Snubbed in draft, Lions' Cornelius Lucas has 'boulder' on his shoulder: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140518/SPORTS0101/305180043/Snubbed-draft-Lions-Cornelius-Lucas-has-boulder-his-shoulder
Detroit Lions sign tryout DT Gregory Hickman, release Corvey Irvin: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_sign_tryout_dt_g.html
Healthy diet helps Detroit Lions WR Corey Fuller put on good weight, drop 12 pounds: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_wr_corey_fuller.html
Detroit Lions, rookie TE Eric Ebron not concerned about dropped passes: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_rookie_te_eric_e.html
Detroit Lions rookie Nate Freese will challenge Sam Martin for kickoff duties: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_rookie_nate_free.html
Dual-threat QB James Franklin makes bid for spot with Detroit Lions: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/qb_james_franklin_detroit_lion.html
Detroit Lions QB James Franklin reaches out to former Missouri teammate Michael Sam: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_qb_james_frankli.html
Detroit Lions' Dominic Raiola confirms Ndamukong Suh will join team for OTAs, will look like Adonis: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_dominic_raiola_c_3.html
Ndamukong Suh many things, but great leader for Detroit Lions not one of them, Pat Caputo says: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140519/ndamukong-suh-many-things-but-great-leader-for-detroit-lions-not-one-of-them-pat-caputo-says
Detroit Lions' Dominic Raiola expects Ndamukong Suh back, welcomes rookie center: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140519/detroit-lions-dominic-raiola-expects-ndamukong-suh-back-welcomes-rookie-center
Cornelius Lucas Explains Why He Signed With Lions Over Five Or Six Other Teams: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/19/cornelius-lucas-explains-why-he-signed-with-lions-over-five-or-six-other-teams/
Lions notes: Wrapping up Detroit's rookie minicamp: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/19/5728870/lions-notes-rookie-minicamp-2014
Travis Swanson scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/19/5718026/lions-draft-picks-2014-travis-swanson-scouting-report
Video:
National Media:
PFT Live: Lions talk with Dave Birkett, PFT Planet calls and tweets: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/05/19/pft-live-lions-talk-with-dave-birkett-pft-planet-calls-and-tweets-2/
Local Media:
Bowlin with Joique Bell: http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/video?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=10179475
Sunday, May 18, 2014
Morning Lions Links for Monday 5-19-14
Lions Articles:
National Media:
Fuller hoping experience lands him roster spot: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7953/fuller-hoping-experience-lands-him-roster-spot
Franklin learning in first week with Lions: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7948/franklin-learning-in-first-week-with-lions
Jim Caldwell praises Ndamukong Suh: http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/10950293/ndamukong-suh-great-leadership-ability-detroit-lions-coach-jim-caldwell-says
Reid eager to make an impact on Detroit's DL: http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2014/05/18/reid-eager-to-make-an-impact-on-detroits-dl/9257353/
Local Media:
Notebook: Freese And Hanson; Suh And Ota's And More: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NOTEBOOK-Freese-and-Hanson-Suh-and-OTAs-and-more/7b320563-7e2b-4419-8588-31fbb791e021
Caldwell Testing Rookies In The Meeting Room: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/Caldwell-testing-rookies-in-the-meeting-room/7835eaef-a6ff-4a11-b2aa-271c9422da6b
Corey Fuller Has Extra Motivation To Make 53-man Roster: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Corey-Fuller-has-extra-motivation-to-make-53-man-roster/99d26fff-bbf6-43dd-80e5-7a09f4d781a7
Lions coach: Suh, a great leader, will be at OTAs this week: http://www.freep.com/article/20140518/SPORTS01/305180146/detroit-lions-ndamukong-suh-otas
Lions rookie QB disappointed he wasn't draft, but happy for ex-teammate Michael Sam: http://www.freep.com/article/20140518/SPORTS01/305180150/detroit-lions-james-franklin-michael-sam-missouri
Lions' dual-threat rookie QB Franklin prefers passing to running: http://www.freep.com/article/20140519/SPORTS01/305190037/Lions-dual-threat-rookie-QB-Franklin-prefers-passing-running
Big rookie OT Lucas has 'a great upside,' Lions' Caldwell says: http://www.freep.com/article/20140519/SPORTS01/305190028/Big-rookie-OT-Lucas-has-great-upside-Lions-Caldwell-says
Rookie kicker Freese wants to challenge for Lions' kickoff duties: http://www.freep.com/article/20140519/SPORTS01/305190022/detroit-lions-kickers
For better or worse, Lions' Suh just might stay: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140519/SPORTS0101/305190017/For-better-worse-Lions-Suh-just-might-stay
Chance to face Bear brother is extra motivation for Lions' Corey Fuller: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140518/SPORTS0101/305180031/0/sports0101/Chance-face-Bear-brother-extra-motivation-Lions-Corey-Fuller
Ndamukong Suh expected to attend Detroit Lions' OTAs this week: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/ndamukong_suh_expected_to_atte.html
Detroit Lions LB Kyle Van Noy getting in work as stand-up pass rusher during rookie minicamp: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_lb_kyle_van_noy_1.html
Hold off on purchasing Kyle Van Noy's Detroit Lions jersey, No. 95 likely temporary: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/hold_off_on_purchasing_kyle_va.html
Detroit Lions rookie CB Nevin Lawson trying to clean up bad habits: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_rookie_cb_nevin.html
Detroit Lions' early contact helped land UDFA target Cornelius Lucas: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_first_reached_ou.html
Detroit Lions notes - Ndamukong Suh expected for OTAs: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140518/detroit-lions-notes-ndamukong-suh-expected-for-otas
Detroit Lions - Five things learned at rookie mini-camp: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-five-things-learned-at.html
TJ Jones Getting Used To Playing With 'Role Models' Calvin Johnson, Golden Tate: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/18/tj-jones-getting-used-to-playing-with-role-models-calvin-johnson-golden-tate/
Caldwell's comments from Day 3 of rookie minicamp: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/18/5728886/jim-caldwell-lions-rookie-minicamp-day-3
Kyle Van Noy scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/18/5718024/lions-draft-picks-2014-kyle-van-noy-scouting-report
Video:
Local Media:
Caldwell on wrapping up rookie minicamp: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Caldwell-on-wrapping-up-rookie-minicamp/f334b02e-8de8-4106-92cf-22d59a320b70
Travis Swanson on first days as a pro: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Travis-Swanson-on-first-days-as-a-pro/b10af48f-ad49-42a5-b4ee-f4a3364b16b2
Nate Freese on learning from Jason Hanson: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Nate-Freese-on-learning-from-Jason-Hanson/45e0807f-1c91-4412-8bc3-6c60b694ca6c
James Franklin on versatile background: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/James-Franklin-on-versatile-background/7d7bb4d3-6a06-408a-b8fe-0b6c8d687bbf
Cornelius Lucas on choosing Lions: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Cornelius-Lucas-on-choosing-Lions/59b1d796-2cdd-441f-9139-7903ba89ad19
Fuller on family ties in the NFC North: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Fuller-on-family-ties-in-the-NFC-North/5232d2b2-7f70-416d-b395-940c586f6995
Suh a great leader (?), plus which Lions rookies stood out at minicamp: http://freep.com/videonetwork/3574319168001
Video: Lions' Jim Caldwell on Ndamukong Suh: http://www.detroitnews.com/VideoNetwork/3574353814001/Jim-Caldwell-on-Ndamukong-Suh?
Lions Rookie Camp Wrap 5-18: http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/video?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=10174593
National Media:
Fuller hoping experience lands him roster spot: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7953/fuller-hoping-experience-lands-him-roster-spot
Franklin learning in first week with Lions: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7948/franklin-learning-in-first-week-with-lions
Jim Caldwell praises Ndamukong Suh: http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/10950293/ndamukong-suh-great-leadership-ability-detroit-lions-coach-jim-caldwell-says
Reid eager to make an impact on Detroit's DL: http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2014/05/18/reid-eager-to-make-an-impact-on-detroits-dl/9257353/
Local Media:
Notebook: Freese And Hanson; Suh And Ota's And More: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NOTEBOOK-Freese-and-Hanson-Suh-and-OTAs-and-more/7b320563-7e2b-4419-8588-31fbb791e021
Caldwell Testing Rookies In The Meeting Room: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/Caldwell-testing-rookies-in-the-meeting-room/7835eaef-a6ff-4a11-b2aa-271c9422da6b
Corey Fuller Has Extra Motivation To Make 53-man Roster: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Corey-Fuller-has-extra-motivation-to-make-53-man-roster/99d26fff-bbf6-43dd-80e5-7a09f4d781a7
Lions coach: Suh, a great leader, will be at OTAs this week: http://www.freep.com/article/20140518/SPORTS01/305180146/detroit-lions-ndamukong-suh-otas
Lions rookie QB disappointed he wasn't draft, but happy for ex-teammate Michael Sam: http://www.freep.com/article/20140518/SPORTS01/305180150/detroit-lions-james-franklin-michael-sam-missouri
Lions' dual-threat rookie QB Franklin prefers passing to running: http://www.freep.com/article/20140519/SPORTS01/305190037/Lions-dual-threat-rookie-QB-Franklin-prefers-passing-running
Big rookie OT Lucas has 'a great upside,' Lions' Caldwell says: http://www.freep.com/article/20140519/SPORTS01/305190028/Big-rookie-OT-Lucas-has-great-upside-Lions-Caldwell-says
Rookie kicker Freese wants to challenge for Lions' kickoff duties: http://www.freep.com/article/20140519/SPORTS01/305190022/detroit-lions-kickers
For better or worse, Lions' Suh just might stay: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140519/SPORTS0101/305190017/For-better-worse-Lions-Suh-just-might-stay
Chance to face Bear brother is extra motivation for Lions' Corey Fuller: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140518/SPORTS0101/305180031/0/sports0101/Chance-face-Bear-brother-extra-motivation-Lions-Corey-Fuller
Ndamukong Suh expected to attend Detroit Lions' OTAs this week: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/ndamukong_suh_expected_to_atte.html
Detroit Lions LB Kyle Van Noy getting in work as stand-up pass rusher during rookie minicamp: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_lb_kyle_van_noy_1.html
Hold off on purchasing Kyle Van Noy's Detroit Lions jersey, No. 95 likely temporary: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/hold_off_on_purchasing_kyle_va.html
Detroit Lions rookie CB Nevin Lawson trying to clean up bad habits: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_rookie_cb_nevin.html
Detroit Lions' early contact helped land UDFA target Cornelius Lucas: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/05/detroit_lions_first_reached_ou.html
Detroit Lions notes - Ndamukong Suh expected for OTAs: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140518/detroit-lions-notes-ndamukong-suh-expected-for-otas
Detroit Lions - Five things learned at rookie mini-camp: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/05/detroit-lions-five-things-learned-at.html
TJ Jones Getting Used To Playing With 'Role Models' Calvin Johnson, Golden Tate: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/05/18/tj-jones-getting-used-to-playing-with-role-models-calvin-johnson-golden-tate/
Caldwell's comments from Day 3 of rookie minicamp: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/18/5728886/jim-caldwell-lions-rookie-minicamp-day-3
Kyle Van Noy scouting report: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/5/18/5718024/lions-draft-picks-2014-kyle-van-noy-scouting-report
Video:
Local Media:
Caldwell on wrapping up rookie minicamp: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Caldwell-on-wrapping-up-rookie-minicamp/f334b02e-8de8-4106-92cf-22d59a320b70
Travis Swanson on first days as a pro: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Travis-Swanson-on-first-days-as-a-pro/b10af48f-ad49-42a5-b4ee-f4a3364b16b2
Nate Freese on learning from Jason Hanson: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Nate-Freese-on-learning-from-Jason-Hanson/45e0807f-1c91-4412-8bc3-6c60b694ca6c
James Franklin on versatile background: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/James-Franklin-on-versatile-background/7d7bb4d3-6a06-408a-b8fe-0b6c8d687bbf
Cornelius Lucas on choosing Lions: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Cornelius-Lucas-on-choosing-Lions/59b1d796-2cdd-441f-9139-7903ba89ad19
Fuller on family ties in the NFC North: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Fuller-on-family-ties-in-the-NFC-North/5232d2b2-7f70-416d-b395-940c586f6995
Suh a great leader (?), plus which Lions rookies stood out at minicamp: http://freep.com/videonetwork/3574319168001
Video: Lions' Jim Caldwell on Ndamukong Suh: http://www.detroitnews.com/VideoNetwork/3574353814001/Jim-Caldwell-on-Ndamukong-Suh?
Lions Rookie Camp Wrap 5-18: http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/video?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=10174593
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