Morning Lions Links for Wednesday 7-1-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

NFC North Q&A: What would it take to supplant the Packers in the division?:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17543/nfc-north-qa-what-would-it-take-to-supplant-the-packers-in-the-division

Haloti Ngata 'hasn't thought' about new deal in Detroit:   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000499372/article/haloti-ngata-hasnt-thought-about-new-deal-in-detroit

NFL Sets July 9 Date For Supplemental Draft:   http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/06/30/nfl-sets-july-9-date-for-supplemental-draft/

Local Media:

GET TO KNOW: Fullback Michael Burton:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/GET-TO-KNOW-Fullback-Michael-Burton/312ceefd-640c-4d75-9632-ad26bb2d10aa

Lions' Golden Tate: 'I think it's time for us':   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/30/detroit-lions-golden-tate/29521777/

Lions jump to 12th in ESPN's future power rankings:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/30/detroit-lions-espn-future-rankings/29512867/

Lions' Teryl Austin: No. 46 on NFL influential list:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/30/detroit-lions-teryl-austin/29508077/

THREE AND OUT: Lions have 'great synergy' between rookies, vets:   http://www.foxsports.com/detroit/story/three-and-out-lions-have-great-synergy-between-rookies-vets-063015

Lions newbies already sick of old story vs. Packers:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/30/lions-newbies-already-sick-of-old-story-vs-packers/29510813/

Lions' Joique Bell: I'd be surprised if I don't rush for 1,200 yards:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/joique_bell_ill_be_surprised_i.html

In a year when Duke wins national title in basketball, Lions' Laken Tomlinson named ACC's top male athlete:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/lions_first-rounder_laken_toml.html

Detroit Lions — Five reasons run game will improve:   http://oplions.blogspot.com/2015/06/detroit-lions-five-reasons-run-game.html

Detroit Lions — Five low-profile players who have shot at final roster:   http://oplions.blogspot.com/2015/06/detroit-lions-five-low-profile-players.html

Lions notes: Ameer Abdullah, Taylor Mays, more:   http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/30/8864669/lions-notes-ameer-abdullah-taylor-mays

Morning Lions Links for Tuesday 6-30-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Matthew Stafford wants to get Lions receivers some extra work:  http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/06/29/matthew-stafford-wants-to-get-lions-receivers-some-extra-work/

LOOK: DeAndre Levy's offseason travel excursion is the best thing ever:   http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/25228512/look-deandre-levys-offseason-travel-excursion-is-the-best-thing-ever

Pass Rusher Profile: Ezekiel Ansah:   https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2015/06/29/pass-rusher-profile-ezekiel-ansah/

Looking for the NFL's Lebron James: & nbsp;  http://www.sportsonearth.com/article/133646504/any-nfl-player-valuable-lebron-james-wilson

Local Media:

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: Secondary paths to the NFL:  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARAS-MONDAY-COUNTDOWN-Secondary-paths-to-the-NFL-/c006b972-f224-47ce-a075-cf9da309dbfb

TWENTYMAN: Lions should strive for better balance:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/TWENTYMAN-Lions-should-strive-for-better-balance/58d915bd-fa55-4f27-8760-05f3125730a4

Top 10 running backs on the Lions' 2015 schedule:  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Top-10-running-backs-on-the-Lions-2015-schedule/4fc56a76-0955-4eeb-b529-3fc388cc30cd

Laser-pointing Lions fan was fined for October incident:  http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/29/detroit-lions-fan-laser-pointer/29456255/

Abdullah will be ready if Lions give him Nebraska-like load:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/29/abdullah-will-be-ready-if-lions-give-him-nebraska-like-load/29484421/

Detroit Lions will host training camp practices at 2 local high schools:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_will_host_traini.html

Jim Caldwell contacted La'el Collins after draft:   http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/29/8862663/lael-collins-lions-jim-caldwell

Morning Lions Links for Monday 6-29-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Mailbag: How can Detroit Lions make NFC title game?:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17842/lions-sunday-mailbag-how-can-detroit-lions-make-nfc-title-game

Local Media:

Stafford wants to set up passing drills before Lions camp:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/28/matthew-stafford-detroit-lions-training-camp/29441763/

5 reasons why the Detroit Lions' defense could still be pretty good without Ndamukong Suh:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/5_reasons_why_the_detroit_lion.html

Detroit Lions: Darryl Tapp among 5 top leaders on defense:   http://oplions.blogspot.com/2015/06/detroit-lions-darryl-tapp-among-5-top.html

Morning Lions Links for Sunday 6-28-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Mailbag: Is Lions' Calvin Johnson still NFL's top receiver?:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17840/lions-saturday-mailbag-is-calvin-johnson-still-nfls-top-receiver

Ranking the eight divisional all-star teams (5. NFC North: Scoring points won't be an issue: Aaron Rodgers to Calvin Johnson/Jordy Nelson/Alshon Jeffery ... with Adrian Petersoncarrying the football? Yikes! The defense, however, figures to struggle in spite of some nice individual pieces.):   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000499049/article/nfc-west-reigns-supreme-among-divisional-allstar-teams

Local Media:

In 1st year, Abdullah just wants to contribute to Lions:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/27/detroit-lions-ameer-abdullah/29389737/

Bucs' David could impact Lions signing LB Levy:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/27/deandre-levy-detroit-lions-signing/29411547/

Small Lions cornerback has big game:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/28/small-lions-cornerback-big-game/29418391/

Morning Lions Links for Sunday 6-27-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Darius Slay improves game by studying NFL's top corners:  http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17777/darius-slay-improves-game-by-watching-joe-haden-darrelle-revis-and-richard-sherman

Lions rookie Ameer Abdullah up for ESPY award for best play:  http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17847/detroit-lions-rookie-ameer-abdullah-up-for-espy-award

Starting Over? Ngata Prob:  http://mmqb.si.com/2015/06/26/haloti-ngata-detroit-lions-nfl/

What else we learned during the NFL's Rookie Symposium ( Detroit Lions rookie running back Ameer Abdullah -- who we think could end up eventually being a starter this season -- said he could be a three-down player if asked. "Most definitely," he said. "I came into this league hoping to get the opportunity to play running back on every down. I full-heartedly believe that is what my calling is. That is what I'm supposed to do. So I'm looking forward to it. "That's what I've done my whole life," Abdullah added when asked why he's so confident. "I haven't done anything else, so I don't see why I wouldn't be confident in my game. I know my teammates trust me in such a short time to do so. I trust myself."):   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000499027/article/boys-db-byron-jones-praise-shows-im-on-right-path

Local Media:

Top 10 pass rushers on Lions’ 2015 schedule:  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Top-10-pass-rushers-on-Lions%E2%80%99-2015-schedule/0511bfc6-db8c-4d72-a1ee-e1f4935ff060

Lions' Ngata similar to Suh? We're both 'great players':  http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/26/detroit-lions-ngata-suh/29329985/

Lions' Tomlinson: Not starting yet, and not worried either:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/26/laken-tomlinson-detroit-lions-nfl/29352151/

Rookie orientation teaches Lions what they need to know:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/26/nfl-rookie-symposium-detroit-lions/29350737/

La'el Collins gave 'great' thought to picking Lions:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/26/lael-collins-nfl-dallas-cowboys/29333721/

Lions' Alex Carter links up with father at symposium:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/26/tom-carter-joins-son-alex-carter-at-symposium/29345333/

Lions rookies reflect 'Detroit vs. Everybody' spirit:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/2015/06/26/lions-spring-fashion-statement/29340849/

Lions rookies learn to mind their manners:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/26/lions-rookies-learn-etiquette/29344253/

Darryl Tapp is a 'force multiplier' on Detroit Lions' defensive line:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/darryl_tapp_is_a_force_multipl.html

Stafford can quiet critics with strong seventh NFL season:  http://www.foxsports.com/detroit/story/stafford-can-quiet-critics-with-strong-seventh-season-in-nfl-062615

Lions notes: Matt Prater, Rashean Mathis, more:  http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/26/8846263/lions-notes-matt-prater-rashean-mathis

Morning Lions Links for Friday 6-26-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Lions' defensive line, other than Haloti Ngata and Ziggy Ansah, are unknowns:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17769/the-detroit-lions-dl-other-than-haloti-ngata-and-ziggy-ansah-are-unknowns

NFL's Most Underrated: 32 teams, 32 players who don't get their due (Detroit Lions - Cornerback Darius Slay:He improved greatly last season, showing off the ability to play press-man coverage, which all the good ones can do well. Entering his third season, Slay might be poised to take an even bigger step in 2015, maybe even the Pro Bowl.):   http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/pete-prisco/25224915/nfls-most-underrated-32-teams-32-players-who-dont-get-their-due

NFL's Most Overrated: 32 teams, 32 players who are good -- not great (Detroit Lions - Safety James Ihedigbo: Yes, he made some plays early in the season and he is a nice player near the line of scrimmage. But he isn't great in coverage and he had some problems in that area in key games.): :  http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/pete-prisco/25224917/nfls-most-overrated-32-teams-32-players-who-are-good----not-great

NFC Team-by-Team OTA Notes:   http://sports.yahoo.com/news/nfc-team-team-ota-notes-015200545--nfl.html

Local Media:

GET TO KNOW: Cornerback Quandre Diggs:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/GET-TO-KNOW-Cornerback-Quandre-Diggs/768bcf35-c071-4403-a614-5228035beaf5

Lions' Tate still has sure hands, despite negative stat:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/25/detroit-lions-golden-tate/29268047/

Ranking the Detroit Lions' 53 best players heading into training camp:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/ranking_detroit_lions_53_best.html

Lions notes: Larry Webster, Devin Taylor, more:   http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/25/8826425/lions-notes-larry-webster-devin-taylor

Morning Lions Links for Thursday 6-25-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Detroit Lions receive above-average mark despite not re-signing Ndamukong Suh:  http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17743/detroit-lions-receive-above-average-mark-despite-not-re-signing-ndamukong-suh

After playoff season, Matthew Stafford has goals to set:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17765/after-a-playoff-season-in-2014-matthew-stafford-has-goals-to-set-for-the-detroit-lions

Ranking the NFL's top 20 coordinators: Who's No. 1? (8. Teryl Austin, defensive coordinator, Detroit Lions: Credit Austin for transforming the Lions' underachieving defense into a powerhouse in his first season. The Lions ranked second in total defense and third in scoring defense in 2014. Coaches laud Austin's adaptability and schematic versatility, but his communication skills and trustworthiness are what make him a hit with players.):   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000498592/article/ranking-the-top-20-coordinators-across-the-nfl-who-is-no-1

Calvin Johnson gives props to Steelers' Brown:   http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/calvin-johnson-gives-props-to-steelers-brown-062415

Unreliable Red Zone Receivers in 2014 (Golden Tate is in this list):  http://sports.yahoo.com/news/unreliable-red-zone-receivers-150800130--nfl.html

Local Media:

O'HARA'S NOW AND THEN: Michael Burton and Cory Schlesinger:  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARAS-NOW-AND-THEN-Michael-Burton-and-Cory-Schlesinger/91136e25-a072-4a9f-b4e2-7fed4ad3f26b

Top 10 quarterbacks on the Lions’ 2015 schedule:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Top-10-quarterbacks-on-the-Lions%E2%80%99-2015-schedule/1de632dd-e315-4e17-9863-6fe1391d0a78

Lions' Prater wants to handle kickoffs this year:  http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/24/matt-prater-detroit-lions/29206285/

Learning, losing help Lions' Caldwell carve his path:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/24/learning-losing-help-lions-caldwell-carve-path/29253645/

Lions' Rashean Mathis, Darius Slay doing their best 'Rocky' impression this week in Jacksonville:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/lions_rashean_mathis_darius_sl.html

Detroit Lions — Five reasons Lance Moore was a good signing:   http://oplions.blogspot.com/2015/06/detroit-lions-five-reasons-lance-moore.html

Detroit Lions — Five reasons Kellen Moore could be No. 2 QB:   http://oplions.blogspot.com/2015/06/detroit-lions-five-reasons-kellen-moore.html

Lions notes: Calvin Johnson, Brian Suite, more:  http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/24/8826421/lions-notes-calvin-johnson-brian-suite

Previews:

Lions Fantasy Preview:   http://sports.yahoo.com/news/lions-fantasy-preview-181400341--nfl.html

Morning Lions Links for Wednesday 6-24-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

NFC North Q and A: Is Calvin Johnson still the division's most feared skill-position player?:  http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17507/nfc-north-qa-is-calvin-johnson-still-the-most-feared-skill-position-player-in-the-division

DeAndre Levy is on the roster, but how does rest of Detroit Lions' defense project?:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17752/deandre-levy-is-on-the-roster-but-how-does-the-rest-of-the-detroit-lions-defense-project

Glover Quin and Rashean Mathis signed babies and other odd autograph tales:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17760/glover-quin-and-rashean-mathis-signed-babies-and-other-odd-autograph-tales

Top 10 defensive coordinators: Leader of Boom (4. Teryl Austin, Detroit Lions: It is uncommon for a novice play caller to transform an underachieving defense into a juggernaut in his first season, but that is precisely what happened when Austin took over the Lions' defense in 2014. The first-time coordinator oversaw a D that finished second in the NFL in total defense and held the opposition to fewer than 100 rushing yards in 14 games. Utilizing a 4-3 scheme with a variety of line stunts and second-level pressures, Austin exposed opponents' vulnerabilities while masking some of the Lions' deficiencies in the secondary. While the loss of Ndamukong Suh threatens to impact Detroit's defensive prowess, the arrival of Haloti Ngata could allow Austin to dig deeper into his playbook to incorporate the hybrid 3-4 looks that routinely befuddle quarterbacks around the league. Given Austin's experience and exposure to multiple schemes during his time as a highly regarded secondary coach (Austin learned hybrid 3-4 schemes under Ray Rhodes in Seattle and Dean Peas in Baltimore), as well as his superb communication skills and teaching ability, it is not surprising he is already regarded as a top head-coaching candidate heading into the season.):   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000498479/article/wade-phillips-vic-fangio-among-top-10-defensive-coordinators

Local Media:

Expectations high for Caldwell's second season in Detroit:  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Expectations-high-for-Caldwells-second-season-in-Detroit/e6626b23-c076-436d-b73a-ddae9c8ab117

GET TO KNOW: Tackle Corey Robinson:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/GET-TO-KNOW-Tackle-Corey-Robinson/94613f61-4588-4c80-9b4b-ca0c34c45fe3

Seidel: New attitude for LB Van Noy, ready to prove worth:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/columnists/jeff-seidel/2015/06/24/detroit-lions-kyle-van-noy-jeff-seidel/29197609/

Lions' Reid is a 'new guy,' and Suh deserves the credit:  http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/23/detroit-lions-ndamukong-suh/29151979/

Lions' Matthew Stafford showing signs of becoming a more accurate QB:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_matthew_stafford_60.html

THREE AND OUT: Lions hope Taylor can help fill void on D-line:   http://www.foxsports.com/detroit/story/three-and-out-lions-hope-taylor-can-help-fill-void-on-d-line-062315

Notes: Rookie training week, Bill Bentley, more:  http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/23/8826419/lions-notes-rookie-training-week-bill-bentley

Lions scouting report: Kyle Brindza:   http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/23/8799851/lions-scouting-report-kyle-brindza

Morning Lions Links for Tuesday 6-23-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Matthew Stafford is a lock, but what about projecting rest of Detroit Lions offense?:  http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17748/matthew-stafford-is-a-lock-but-what-about-projecting-the-rest-of-the-detroit-lions-offense

NFC North Q and A: After six mediocre years with Bears, will Jay Cutler reach potential?:  http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago-bears/post/_/id/4698791/nfc-north-qa-after-6-years-of-mediocre-years-with-bears-will-jay-cutler-reach-potential

Bell tells Detroit Lions rookie RB Ameer Abdullah to 'sleep on the playbook:   http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/bell-tells-detroit-lions-rookie-rb-ameer-abdullah-to-sleep-on-the-playbook-062215

Local Media:

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: Where the Lions stand:  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARAS-MONDAY-COUNTDOWN-Where-the-Lions-stand/6faae9cc-823a-4d32-8c1c-c67a5304db24

Spieth gets a Mega-delivery:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/Spieth-gets-a-Mega-delivery/d474f6a9-47cb-4dca-a3e7-cab64433191c

Undrafted safety Suite makes impression on Lions:  http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/22/brian-suite-detroit-lions-usu/29107631/
 
For Lions' Megatron, health allows work on fundamentals:  http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/21/detroit-lions-calvin-johnson-fundamentals/29072859/

Minicamp no sweat for Lions' ageless wonder Rashean Mathis:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/lions_rashean_mathis_now_secon.html

Lions scouting report: Brian Suite:   http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/22/8799849/lions-scouting-report-brian-suite

Morning Lions Links for Monday 6-22-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Mailbag: Is Ameer Abdullah the favorite at returner for Lions?:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17732/lions-sunday-mailbag-is-ameer-abdullah-the-favorite-at-returner-for-the-detroit-lions

Ranking NFL backfields (The Lions backfield is ranked 24):   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000496901/article/ranking-nfl-backfields-from-no-1-to-32

Local Media:

For Calvin Johnson, a healthy off-season allow for sharpening fundamentals:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/21/detroit-lions-calvin-johnson-fundamentals/29072859/

Ngata is getting accustomed to Lions defense:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/21/ngata-getting-accustomed-lions-defense/29085531/

Morning Lions Links for Sunday 6-21-15

Happy Father's Day!!!

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Mailbag: What will Kyle Van Noy's role be this season?:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17726/17726

Calvin Johnson as good as ever for Detroit Lions:   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000498110/article/calvin-johnson-as-good-as-ever-for-detroit-lions

Route Breakdown: WR Screens:   https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2015/06/19/route-breakdown-wr-screens/

Lions, Bengals, And Fails: Why Two Wildcard Winners May Miss the Playoffs In 2015:   http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/lions-bengals-and-fails-why-two-wildcard-winners-may-miss-the-playoffs-in-2015/

2011 NFL Draft: The Year of the Superstar (Mayhew totally messed up this draft):   http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/2011-nfl-draft-the-year-of-the-superstar/

Local Media:

All Lions rookies taking part in annual Rookie Training Week:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/All-Lions-rookies-taking-part-in-annual-Rookie-Training-Week/fe65c653-5397-4e76-990d-7805ca07c83b

Five things we learned from Lions minicamp:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/20/detroit-lions-minicamp/29040227/

Lions' Slay, Mathis are pretty entertaining together:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/20/detroit-lions-darius-slay-rashean-mathis/29031915/

Report: Detroit Lions signing safety Taylor Mays:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/report_detroit_lions_signing_s.html

Calvin Johnson shrugs off concerns about declining production as 30th birthday nears:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_calvin_johnson_3.html

Lions scouting report: Isaiah Johnson:   http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/20/8799845/lions-scouting-report-isaiah-johnson

Morning Lions Links for Saturday 6-20-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Matthew Stafford, Quandre Diggs help themselves during Lions' spring workouts:  http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17720/matthew-stafford-quandre-diggs-help-themselves-during-detroit-lions-spring-workouts

Laken Tomlinson, Ameer Abdullah, Quandre Diggs could start for Detroit Lions:  http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17650/laken-tomlinson-ameer-abdullah-michael-burton-and-quandre-diggs-could-start-for-the-detroit-lions

Jeremy Ross, Mohammed Seisay among players in position battles for Lions:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17724/jeremy-ross-mohammed-seisay-among-players-in-position-battles-for-detroit-lions

What we know about each NFL team after minicamps (Detroit: Ameer Abdullah could be the answer to Detroit’s long-standing rushing woes. The Lions have fielded only one 1,000-yard rusher in the past decade and that came when Reggie Bush barely reached the mark with 1,006 yards in 2013. Projecting how well rookie running backs will perform from offseason workouts without pads is dangerous, but early indications are that Abdullah could be pushing starter Joique Bell for snaps. Upgrades to the offensive line also indicate Detroit has made a renewed commitment to its ground game. Mounting a successful rushing attack will take some of the heat off a defense with plenty of questions surrounding its front four following the offseason departure ofNdamukong Suh to Miami.):   http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/minicamps-lessons-learned-cowboys-patriots-packers-lessons-062015

Local Media:

TIM AND MIKE: Minicamp observations:  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/tim-mike/article-1/TIM-AND-MIKE-Minicamp-observations/6d9ea84e-7f22-4daf-b360-6c55826b4395

Zach Zenner already looking forward to padded practices:  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Zach-Zenner-already-looking-forward-to-padded-practices/11b5c43f-6646-4fb5-9c0b-48cb405fce7e

6 candidates to be this year's George Johnson:  http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/19/nfl-breakout-stars-2015/28971945/

Chat transcript with Lions writer Dave Birkett:   http://live.freep.com/Event/Chat_with_Lions_writer_Dave_Birkett_58

Desmond Martin hopes to copy Joique Bell's NFL path:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/19/desmond-martin-hopes-copy-joique-bells-nfl-path/29009649/

Tyrunn Walker adjusting to Lions’ attacking scheme:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/19/tyrunn-walker-adjusting-lions-attacking-scheme/29023307/

Lions secondary keeps it close off the field:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/18/secondary-keeps-tight-bond/28934895/

Stock report: 5 players who are trending up after Detroit Lions minicamp:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/stock_report_5_players_who_are.html

Detroit Lions' offense needs to improve says Jim Caldwell, not necessarily score more:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_offense_needs_to.html

Detroit Lions 2014 draft class looks impressive now:  http://oplions.blogspot.com/2015/06/detroit-lions-2014-draft-class-looks.html
Jim Caldwell's comments from Day 3 of Lions minicamp:  http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/19/8799031/lions-minicamp-jim-caldwell-quotes-day-3

Caldwell's comments from Day 3 of Lions minicamp:  http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/19/8799031/lions-minicamp-jim-caldwell-quotes-day-3

Video:

National Media:

Can Lions remain a top defense next season?:   http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=13112614&categoryid=2459789

Lions' Johnson feeling good, turning 30 this year:  http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=13109270&categoryid=2459789

Rookie Confessional: Ameer Abdullah:   http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap3000000498058/Rookie-Confessional-Ameer-Abdullah

Local Media:

Best Of Minicamp Highlights:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Best-of-minicamp-highlights/b6db9797-73ed-4d27-b66e-551c3912d365

Morning Lions Links for Friday 6-19-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Calvin Johnson confident he'll remain productive despite age, injuries:  http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/13106816/calvin-johnson-detroit-lions-says-age-injuries-slow-down

Eric Ebron's confidence could help him in second year with Lions:  http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17687/eric-ebrons-confidence-could-help-him-improve-in-second-year-with-detroit-lions

Haloti Ngata believes he fits in well with Lions as workouts conclude:  http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17695/haloti-ngata-believes-he-fits-in-well-with-the-detroit-lions-as-workouts-conclude

Darius Slay remains mum on the source of his self-inflicted hand injury:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17713/darius-slay-remains-mum-on-the-source-of-his-self-inflicted-hand-injury-this-spring

39 things you need to know from NFC minicamps;   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000497954/article/39-things-you-need-to-know-from-nfc-minicamps

Adrian Peterson, Ziggy Ansah featured on All-NFC North Team:  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000497651/article/adrian-peterson-ziggy-ansah-featured-on-allnfc-north-team

The difference between NFL OTAs and minicamp? Nothing:   http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2015-06-18/nfl-the-difference-between-otas-and-minicamp-nothing

Local Media:

O'HARA: Kellen Moore a contender for backup QB job:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARA-Kellen-Moore-a-contender-for-backup-QB-job/d00a6e23-2741-4be4-acb2-22aa8a2cbb77

Fauria: 'I’m expecting myself to come back strong':  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Fauria-I%E2%80%99m-expecting-myself-to-come-back-strong/a7394fad-c1d3-456e-bea4-839397392c00

Tapp's love for football brings out his unmatched enthusiasm:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Tapps-love-for-football-brings-out-his-unmatched-enthusiasm/4e737029-f3d7-4328-8af9-627049505ffb

Sharp: Almost 30, Megatron is winding down with Lions:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/columnists/drew-sharp/2015/06/18/calvin-johnson-detroit-lions/28932135/

QB Stafford not worried about huge numbers:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/18/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford/28950175/

Lions' Haloti Ngata still getting to know new teammates:  http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/18/detroit-lions-haloti-ngata-new-system/28908811/

After solid year, Lions' Slay expects greatness:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/18/darius-slay-detroit-lions/28958697/

Lions' Devin Taylor emerging with inside move:  http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/17/lions-tinker-defensive-line/28905441/

Lions secondary keeps it close off the field:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/18/secondary-keeps-tight-bond/28934895/

Lions emphasize efficiency on offense:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/18/lions-emphasize-efficiency-offense/28963791/

Wojo: Lions' Calvin Johnson feels he's as good as ever:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/columnists/bob-wojnowski/2015/06/18/wojo-lions-calvin-johnson-feels-good-ever/28964427/

Lions' Caldwell: Playoff loss to Cowboys a distant memory:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/18/jim-caldwell-moves-on/28928321/

Detroit Lions waive CB Bill Bentley:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_waive_cb_bill_be.html

Detroit Lions DE Jason Jones out after undergoing procedure:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_de_jason_jones_o_1.html

Detroit Lions counting on DE Devin Taylor to take big step forward this season:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_devin_taylor.html
 
Lions kicker Matt Prater finishes Day 2 of minicamp in dramatic fashion:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/lions_kicker_matt_prater_finis.html

Pat Caputo - Why, believe it or not, Detroit Lions could be Super Bowl contenders in 2015:  http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20150617/pat-caputo-why-believe-it-or-not-detroit-lions-could-be-super-bowl-contenders-in-2015

Stafford More Comfortable In Offense, Plans To Work With Teammates More Before Training Camp:   http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2015/06/18/stafford-more-comfortable-in-offense-plans-to-work-with-teammates-more-before-training-camp/

Lions notes: Caraun Reid, LaAdrian Waddle, more:  http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/18/8784351/lions-notes-caraun-reid-laadrian-waddle

Mini-Camp Notes:

NOTEBOOK: Caldwell explains Jason Jones' absence from minicamp:  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NOTEBOOK-Caldwell-explains-Jason-Jones-absence-from-minicamp/dcef8de8-aa9f-483a-a795-de8b4b52a654

Lions minicamp observations: Offense not too crisp:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/18/detroit-lions-minicamp-thoughts/28930271/

Lions minicamp observations: Coach stresses clean living:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/18/lions-minicamp-observations-thursday/28937919/

12 quick observations from Detroit Lions minicamp, including some chippiness from the defense:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/12_quick_observations_from_det.html

Detroit Lions: Ten quick hits after final day of minicamp:  http://oplions.blogspot.com/2015/06/detroit-lions-ten-quick-hits-after.html

Detroit Lions notes: Calvin Johnson rested and ready; Bentley cut:   http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20150618/detroit-lions-notes-calvin-johnson-rested-and-ready-bentley-cut

As Jason Jones recovers from injury, Detroit Lions defense has a good day:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17700/jason-jones-is-recovering-from-an-injury-and-the-detroit-lions-defense-had-a-good-day

Notes from Day 3 of Lions minicamp:   http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/18/8808251/lions-minicamp-day-3

Previews and Outlooks:

2015 Season Preview: Detroit Lions:  http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/2015-season-preview-detroit-lions/

Gabriel’s NFC North Outlook: Detroit Lions:  http://chicago.cbslocal.com/2015/06/18/gabriels-nfc-north-outlook-detroit-lions/

Videos:

Local Media:

Caldwell wraps up mandatory mincamp:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Caldwell-wraps-up-mandatory-mincamp-/1634f69a-2420-4305-b095-c5e8f7125db2

Stafford on improvements made this spring:  http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Stafford-on-improvements-made-this-spring/540d76a7-fe83-43c7-a09c-dfa7c8b268f7

Johnson on improving the offense in year two:  http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Johnson-on-improving-the-offense-in-year-two/d1d40326-5ada-4e48-ab35-5078cca1c188
 
Burton on maintaining blocking skills without pads:  http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Burton-on-maintaining-blocking-skills-without-pads/181b591f-86ec-4853-8cdd-87f07c47e160

Slay on creating more turnovers:  http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Slay-on-creating-more-turnovers/214e15ec-6964-4e2d-a110-f69d7958805b

Tapp on being an unknown defense:  http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Tapp-on-being-an-unknown-defense/630ff762-8741-474a-adee-167923355172

Celebrate good times! Detroit Lions minicamp wrapup:  http://www.freep.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/18/28930199/

Beard and Katzenstein on Lions:   http://www.detroitnews.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/18/28950343/

Watch Detroit Lions reporters praise rookie RB Ameer Abdullah's minicamp performance:   http://videos.mlive.com/mlive/2015/06/watch_detroit_lions_reporters_6.html

Morning Lions Links for Thursday 6-18-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Detroit Lions WR TJ Jones trying to become better than his college self:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17684/detroit-lions-wr-tj-jones-trying-to-become-better-than-his-college-self

NFL Power Rankings: Who is the best coach in the league? (17. Jim Caldwell, Detroit Lions - With the Lions finishing 11-5 last season, Caldwell proved he didn't need to play with Peyton Manning to flourish as an NFL head coach.):   http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/lists/nfl-power-rankings-who-is-the-best-coach-in-the-league-061715#img_12

Now a veteran, Bell can help rookies such as Abdullah:   http://sports.yahoo.com/news/now-veteran-bell-help-rookies-abdullah-003137970--nfl.html

Local Media:

Ihedigbo ready to face the top QBs: 'It's exciting':  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/Ihedigbo-ready-to-face-the-top-QBs-Its-exciting/f97d89c0-c610-4fff-af3a-aae8c027a8d7

Ex-TE Williams 'doing quite well' now as a Lions tackle:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/17/mike-williams-detroit-lions/28857597/

Lions cut RB Rasheed Williams; lineman coming?:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/17/detroit-lions-roster-rasheed-williams/28856303/

New Lion Haloti Ngata getting used to attacking more on D-line:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/18/detroit-lions-haloti-ngata-new-system/28908811/

Seidel: Lions' Abdullah using fear in quest to make roster:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/columnists/jeff-seidel/2015/06/17/detroit-lions-ameer-abdullah/28905459/

Lions not among NFL teams using drones at practice:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/17/nfl-teams-drones/28903221/

Writer: Lions' Johnson one of NFL's most overpaid:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/17/detroit-lions-calvin-johnson-overpaid/28856603/

Competition at corner doesn't worry Lions' Lawson:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/17/competition-corner-worry-lions-lawson/28874245/

Lions wide receiver fine-tunes to expand role:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/17/wide-receiver-fuller-fine-tunes-expand-role/28899529/

Lions tinker with defensive line:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/17/lions-tinker-defensive-line/28905441/

Lions tight end Fauria 'itching' to return:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/17/lions-tight-end-fauria-itching-return/28887821/

Detroit Lions clear roster spot, possibly for a tackle, by cutting RB Rasheed Williams:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_clear_roster_spo.html

Detroit Lions looking for Eric Ebron to start stringing good practices together:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_eric_ebron_4.html

Detroit Lions rookie Ameer Abdullah learns from Joique Bell:   http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20150617/detroit-lions-rookie-ameer-abdullah-learns-from-joique-bell

Newcomers making an impact at Lions minicamp:   http://www.wxyz.com/sports/football/lions/newcomers-quickly-making-an-impact-at-lions-minicamp

Caldwell's comments from Day 1 of Lions minicamp:   http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/17/8791281/lions-minicamp-jim-caldwell-quotes-day-1

Lions notes: Recapping Day 1 of minicamp:   http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/17/8793333/lions-notes-day-1-minicamp

Mini-Camp Notes:

NOTEBOOK: Devin Taylor getting reps at defensive tackle:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NOTEBOOK-Devin-Taylor-getting-reps-at-defensive-tackle/f3361a99-8105-438c-a469-6251f1dc0a61

Prater practicing with Arena League goal posts:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/Prater-practicing-with-Arena-League-goalposts/a5a9552c-2acb-4302-98a6-185b9e28616c

Lions minicamp: Dime defense and other observations:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/17/lions-dime-defense/28887561/

Lions minicamp observations: Skinny posts help Prater get straight:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/17/lions-minicamp-observations-skinny-posts-help-prater-get-straight/28891623/

11 quick observations from Detroit Lions minicamp, including a good day for Matthew Stafford:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/11_quick_observations_from_det_1.html

Pair of TD grabs signal Detroit Lions WR TJ Jones closer to returning to form:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_tj_jones.html

Ten quick hits from Detroit Lions minicamp Day 2:   http://oplions.blogspot.com/2015/06/ten-quick-hits-from-detroit-lions.html

Detroit Lions notes: Joe Fauria close to 100 percent; TJ Jones impresses:   http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20150617/detroit-lions-notes-joe-fauria-close-to-100-percent-tj-jones-impresses

Quarterback Matthew Stafford had a productive day for the Detroit Lions:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17672/quarterback-matthew-stafford-had-a-productive-day-for-the-detroit-lions

Notes from Day 2 of Lions minicamp:   http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/17/8799363/lions-minicamp-day-2

Day 1 Tuesday 6-16-15:

Former TE Michael Williams earns first-team OT reps in Lions minicamp:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/converted_offensive_tackle_mic.html

Video:

Local Media:

Caldwell on day two of mandatory minicamp:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Caldwell-on-day-two-of-mandatory-minicamp/b042c842-d49d-4cd7-aa44-587fb40c5297

Fauria on coming back from injury:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Fauria-on-coming-back-from-injury-/787017c9-7947-4c11-a6ed-f4e85e922e30

Jones on being healthy:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Jones-on-being-healthy/114b228e-fb6b-4b20-a7c0-81aa2c6b9421

Taylor on being versatile:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Taylor-on-being-versatile-/8753504d-58de-42a1-9818-79c77b79e56c

Van Noy on Coach Caldwell:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Van-Noy-on-coach-Caldwell/114761ae-0cfc-4e9e-86bc-6c4d9c6c5240

Abdullah on learning from Joique Bell:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Abdullah-on-learning-from-Joique-Bell/76aad6ff-99d2-467b-bedf-327ced3f624b

Ngata on the camaraderie of the defensive line:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Ngata-on-the-camaraderie-of-the-defensive-line/7678efaa-9f00-454c-ad35-6d0686d8a958

Prater on improving the kicking game:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Prater-on-improving-the-kicking-game/f7b6e26f-9adc-4ab4-b833-64c84a2a8df8

Highlights from Day 2 of Lions minicamp:   http://www.freep.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/17/28887999/

Watch Detroit Lions reporters break down the offense's strong showing in minicamp:   http://videos.mlive.com/mlive/2015/06/watch_detroit_lions_reporters_5.html

Morning Lions Links for Wednesday 6-17-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Bills sign veteran DT Andre Fluellen:  http://espn.go.com/blog/buffalo-bills/post/_/id/19237/bills-sign-veteran-dt-andre-fluellen

Prisco's ideal roster (He picked Quin as his starting Safety and Darryl Tapp as a backup DE):   http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/pete-prisco/25216407/pete-priscos-ideal-53-man-roster-dez-worthy-of-top-dollar-but-rbs-no-way

Joel Corry's ideal 53-man roster: Aaron Rodgers worth the price tag (He picks Warford as his starting RG and Golden Tate as his starting WR):   http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/25216090/joel-corrys-ideal-53-man-roster-aaron-rodgers-worth-the-price-tag

Russell Wilson among the most underpaid players (Ihedigbo is picked as runner up for most underpaid Safety):   http://www.si.com/nfl/2015/06/16/nfl-most-underpaid-players-andrew-luck-russell-wilson-demarco-murray

Local Media:

Offense more comfortable in Year 2:  http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/16/detroit-lions-comfortable-offense-minicamp/28796115/

Here's what the Lions are paying Tomlinson through 2018 (2015: $435,000 base salary (guaranteed), $4,478,360 signing bonus; 2016: $823,648 base salary (guaranteed); 2017: $1,212,296 base salary (guaranteed); 2018: $1,600,904 base salary):   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/16/detroit-lions-laken-tomlinson/28818511/

Lions' Eric Ebron hopes to build on his good day in minicamp:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/17/detroit-lions-eric-ebron/28850399/

How Arena League goalpost could help Lions' Prater:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/16/detroit-lions-matt-prater-arena-football-league-goalpost/28846221/

Former Lions OL Rob Sims: 'I still can play':  http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/16/rob-sims-nfl-detroit-lions/28799575/

Lions' Martin ready to kick aside miscues, continue upward trend:  http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/16/lions-martin-ready-to-kick-aside-miscues-continue-upward-trend/28807907/

Ask Kyle: Projecting how much of a jump to expect from Detroit Lions TE Eric Ebron:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/ask_kyle_projecting_how_much_o.html

Silence broken: Martha Firestone Ford expresses disappointment in Ndamukong Suh, optimism in future of Detroit Lions:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/in_her_first_public_comments_a.html

Detroit Lions' Haloti Ngata puts family over football during voluntary OTA practices:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_haloti_ngata.html

Detroit Lions owner Martha Ford tried to influence Suh to stay:   http://oplions.blogspot.com/2015/06/detroit-lions-owner-martha-ford-tried.html

Lions notes: Justin Blalock, Chris Houston, more:  http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/16/8784347/lions-notes-justin-blalock-chris-houston

Lions scouting report: Kevin Snyder:  http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/16/8753873/lions-scouting-report-kevin-snyder

Mini-Camp:

Previews:

10 things to watch: Minicamp:  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/10-things-to-watch-Minicamp/c2d9872f-ca75-46aa-b6d8-0830ce2f3047

Lions mandatory minicamp schedule:  http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/16/8784361/lions-mandatory-minicamp-schedule

Michael Rothstein looks at five players who he'll focus on during the Lions' minicamp this week:  http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17636/haloti-ngata-is-expected-to-return-to-detroit-lions-for-minicamp

Where will Lions' rookies, including Laken Tomlinson, fall during minicamp?:  http://espn.go.com/nfl/team/_/name/det/detroit-lions

Minicamp questions for 25 teams (Detroit Lions:  Is Ameer Abdullah the real deal or just another hype bunny? Who will play defensive tackle alongside Haloti Ngata? Is Joe Lombardi's offense still stuck in second gear):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000497229/article/minicamp-questions-for-25-teams

Notes:

NOTEBOOK: Consistency will be key for Eric Ebron:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NOTEBOOK-Consistency-will-be-key-for-Eric-Ebron/adab00d8-7efe-43e7-bdce-2b80600676a7

Observations from Lions minicamp: TE Eric Ebron shines:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/16/detroit-lions-minicamp-notes/28838733/

Lions notes: Injured Lucas having a 'great off-season':   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/16/detroit-lions-cornelius-lucas/28837563/

Lions' newest DT Ngata makes presence felt and other Mini-Camp observations:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/16/ngata-takes-part-in-minicamp/28836975/

OT Cornelius Lucas comes up limping after minicamp:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/16/cornelius-lucas-injured/28839775/

Lions' Ebron looks to be more himself: 'A bad man':   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/16/lions-ebron-looks-bad-man/28839017/

10 quick observations from Detroit Lions minicamp, including an injury to Cornelius Lucas:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/9_observations_from_detroit_li.html

Detroit Lions notes: Eric Ebron needs to stack good days:   http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20150616/detroit-lions-notes-eric-ebron-needs-to-stack-good-days

Eric Ebron had a good minicamp day for the Detroit Lions:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17661/eric-ebron-had-a-good-minicamp-day-for-the-detroit-lions

Jason Jones, Corey Wootton miss Detroit Lions minicamp practice:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17656/jason-jones-corey-wootton-miss-detroit-lions-minicamp-practice

Detroit's revamped offensive line draws attention at mini-camp:   http://blogs.windsorstar.com/sports/detroits-revamped-offensive-line-draws-attention-at-mini-camp

Ford meets with media for first time as owner:   http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/16/8792055/martha-ford-lions-owner

Video:

Local Media:

Caldwell on day one of mandatory minicamp:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Caldwell-on-day-one-of-mandatory-minicamp-/0160922d-6f41-4bd7-b572-fff0fa81a51a

Martha Firestone Ford on being more involved:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Martha-Firestone-Ford-on-being-more-involved/806b7c4a-f079-46b8-89a4-1b700cc7c0d8

Tate on improving the details of the offense:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Tate-on-improving-the-details-of-the-offense/fd6adb13-0e57-4a05-8b6c-7abb7d0eedd3

Ebron on getting better oppurtunities:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Ebron-on-getting-better-oppurtunities-/0bfd35bb-a49c-467a-b52d-fead51579d7f

Abdullah on learning from the veterans:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Abdullah-on-learning-from-the-veterans/a3f84514-297c-4809-b43e-353978bd687b

Ihedigbo on the faster pace of minicamp:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Ihedigbo-on-the-faster-pace-of-minicamp/c66403df-880c-4e0d-be72-9d34b609e941

Highlights from Lions' first day of minicamp:   http://www.freep.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/16/28835863/

Eric Ebron, Rashean Mathis impress on first day of mandatory minicamp:   http://videos.mlive.com/mlive/2015/06/eric_ebron_rashean_mathis_impr.html

Day 1 of Lions Mini-Camp:   http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/clip/11603959/special-visitor-arrives-at-lions-mini-camp

Morning Lions Links for Tuesday 6-16-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Lions WR Golden Tate uses hands, quickness to become elite:  http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17621/golden-tate-uses-his-hands-and-quickness-to-become-a-top-receiver

Ranking NFL backfields (The Lions is ranked 24.  There's hope in Detroit based on what Jeremiah said about Abdullah and Riddick: "I know they lack size, but they're both guys who can really be dynamic in the passing game as well as hit home runs," adding that Detroit will be "able to scare safeties" out of position with how they spread the field with both backs and tight end Eric Ebron. Jeremiah called Abdullah "a lot like Gio Bernard," saying: "He is really, really quick, but the issue with him is fumbling. He got better at it during his college career. He also can be a real asset to them in the return game. He's strong, he's quick, he can catch the heck out of it and he's good after the catch."):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000496901/article/ranking-nfl-backfields

NFL's top quarterback franchise? Historical countdown from No. 32 to 1 (26. Lions: Bobby Layne, Matthew Stafford, Greg Landry - Contrary to popular belief, Layne -- not Johnny Unitas -- was the original two-minute quarterback. Layne won back-to-back NFL titles in 1952 and '53, and was the starter for most of Detroit's championship season of 1957. Stafford seems to have regressed somewhat from his brilliant campaign of 2011, but still is in the top-11-to-15 range of NFL quarterbacks. Landry was the last Pro Bowl QB (1971) in Detroit before Stafford made the cut 40 years later.):   http://www.nfl.com/photoessays/0ap3000000497140/nfls-top-quarterback-franchise-historical-countdown-from-no-32-to-1

Snap Continuity: Which teams return high-usage players most often (Detroit has steadily retained more of its defense year after year, even with the loss ofNdamukong Suh and Nick Fairley this offseason. The back seven of the elite Detroit defense is mostly still around.):   http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/25215547/snap-continuity-which-teams-return-high-usage-players-most-often

Minicamp madness: What to watch for as teams take the field (Detroit: How is the defensive line shaping up post-Ndamukong Suh? This minicamp will be especially valuable to Haloti Ngata, who has struggled in adjusting to a role that requires him to attack rather than occupy blockers like when he played end in Baltimore’s 3-4 scheme. The Lions also need another 4-3 defensive tackle to step up and replace Nick Fairley, who, like Suh, left Detroit in free agency during the offseason. Tyrunn Walker, Caraun Reed and rookie Gabe Wright are battling for Fairley’s vacated space. The starting left end spot on the opposite side of Ziggy Ansah is up for grabs as well. The Lions will be closely monitoring the progress of 2014 fourth-round pick Larry Webster, an athletic freak who didn’t dress last season while making the major transition from playing at Division II Bloomsburg.):  http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/minicamp-madness-what-to-watch-for-as-teams-take-the-field-061515

NFL coach rankings 2015: Belichick still taking the air out of his rivals (Caldwell ranked 14):   http://www.sportingnews.com/list/4647299-nfl-head-coach-rankings-2015-bill-belichick-pete-carroll-chip-kelly-garrett-mccarthy-harbaugh/slide/331999

Lions were one of ten teams that tried to claim for TE Tim Wright: profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/06/15/bucs-beat-the-land-rush-as-10-teams-tried-to-claim-tim-wright/

Panthers sign Chris Houston:   http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/06/15/panthers-sign-chris-houston/

Secret Superstars: Detroit Lions:  https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2015/06/14/secret-superstars-detroit-lions/

Local Media:

O'Hara's Monday Countdown: The QB shuffle:  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARAS-MONDAY-COUNTDOWN-The-QB-shuffle/c3472b71-bef7-4020-aea0-bd8c07256d76

Anything can happen when Tate gets the football:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Anything-can-happen-when-Tate-gets-the-football/10300295-98df-4c60-ab4a-ff4ba814c78e

Lions' Darryl Tapp sees potential on revamped defensive line:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/16/detroit-lions-darryl-tapp-defensive-line/28794781/

Golden Tate pleased with way Detroit Lions' roster responding to post-playoff challenge:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_golden_tate_3.html

Detroit Lions quarterbacks have come a long way since last season:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/dan_orlovsky_detroit_lions_qua.html
 
Lions notes: Teryl Austin, Joe Lombardi, more:  http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/15/8762185/lions-notes-teryl-austin-joe-lombardi

Mini-Camp Notes:

5 things to watch as Lions open minicamp:  http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/15/detroit-lions-ameer-abdullah/71239710/

Detroit Lions: Five things to watch during minicamp:   http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20150615/detroit-lions-five-things-to-watch-during-minicamp

Video:

Local Media:

Tori's take: 5 things to watch for in minicamp:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Toris-Take-5-things-to-watch-for-in-minicamp/d3cfcb97-8cbd-4fa7-bbf0-f18f7983adc0

Morning Lions Links for Monday 6-15-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Lions Sunday Mailbag: Do Riley Reiff and Cornelius Lucas start at tackle?:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17614/lions-sunday-mailbag-do-riley-reiff-and-cornelius-lucas-start-at-tackle

Local Media:

Waterford's laid-back style keeps Lions OL loose:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/14/larry-waterford-detroit-lions/71213502/

5 questions as Detroit Lions prepare for mandatory portion of offseason program:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_5_questions.html

Morning Lions Links for Sunday 6-14-14

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Mailbag: Is this Teryl Austin's last year in Detroit?:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17610/lions-saturday-mailbag-is-this-teryl-austins-last-year-in-detroit

Local Media:

Lions' Lombardi: Stafford might be ready to go deep more:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/13/joe-lombardi-matthew-stafford/71192096/

Nate Burleson eager for TV career, high on Lions:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/13/nate-burleson-eager-tv-career-high-lions/71180586/

Lions scouting report: Torrian Wilson:   http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/13/8753871/lions-scouting-report-torrian-wilson

Morning Lions Links for Saturday 6-13-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Michael Williams figuring out offensive tackle after a year at the position:  http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17600/michael-williams-figuring-out-offensive-tackle-after-a-year-at-the-position

Lions trying to figure out who will line up next to Haloti Ngata:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/17604/the-detroit-lions-still-trying-to-figure-out-who-lines-up-next-to-haloti-ngata

Rodney Austin refutes assault allegations brought by ex-girlfriend:   http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/13065774/rodney-austin-refutes-assault-allegations-brought-ex-girlfriend

15 things you need to know from this week (Another fantasy nugget: There is concern in Detroit about Joique Bell's readiness for the season coming off knee and Achilles injuries. Rookie Ameer Abdullah has been turning heads in Bell's absence.):   www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000496882/article/15-things-you-need-to-know-from-this-week

Rookie buzz: Dorsett, Cooper receiving rave reviews (Second-round tailback Ameer Abdullah has taken advantage of Joique Bell's absence,endearing himself to quarterback Matthew Stafford. "I think as a runner he has great balance," Stafford said recently. "He's obviously a low-to-the-ground guy. He seems to hide pretty well behind there and he's got good vision. Out of the backfield, catching the ball, he's great. He's got great hands. He has a good feel for route running."):   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000496905/article/rookie-buzz-dorsett-cooper-receiving-rave-reviews

Local Media:

Five takeaways from OTAs:  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Five-takeaways-from-OTAs/7ebcb78c-ca79-411d-a0c4-e67f79a63961

Michael Williams in the mix at reserve tackle:  http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Michael-Williams-in-the-mix-at-reserve-tackle/8a5d4683-aeeb-419b-883f-6ae8216b8fe1
 
Lions' OT Lucas settling into role as right-side starter:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/12/cornelius-lucas-detroit-lions/71136826/

Caldwell: 'I feel good about where we are':  http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/06/11/lions-jim-caldwell/71096364/

Report: Detroit Lions claim QB Garrett Gilbert from Patriots, release Anthony Boone:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/report_detroit_lions_claim_qb.html

Detroit Lions DT Caraun Reid worked out with Ndamukong Suh this offseason, and it's paying off:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_dt_caraun_reid_w.html

After conservative season, Matthew Stafford should get back to taking more downfield shots:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/after_conservative_year_matthe.html

Detroit Lions OT LaAdrian Waddle (ACL) ahead of schedule, has not ruled out season opener:  http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/06/detroit_lions_ot_laadrian_wadd.html

Three and out: Lions need last year's draft class to step up in 2015:  http://www.foxsports.com/detroit/story/three-and-out-lions-need-last-year-s-draft-class-to-step-up-in-2015-061215

Lions notes: Calvin Johnson, David Ausberry, more:  http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2015/6/12/8762181/lions-notes-calvin-johnson-david-ausberry

Video:

Local Media:

Best of OTA highlights:  http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Best-of-OTA-highlights/eda609b1-acc0-4b56-a632-4193b480316a