Morning Lions Links for Wednesday 9-2-15

Lions Articles:

National Media:

Previous performances might have attracted Detroit to Tim Wright:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/18632/previous-performances-might-have-attracted-detroit-to-tim-wright

Ryan Broyles among cuts as Lions trim roster to 75:   http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/18636/ryan-broyles-among-cuts-as-lions-trim-roster-to-75

NFC preseason player grades (Detroit Lions: Zach Zenner, RB - GRADE: B+, Strengths: Zenner is an instinctive runner with adequate vision, balance and body control. He runs well between the tackles, exhibiting surprising strength and power running through arm tackles at the point of attack. The rookie's 21-yard run against the Jaguars on Friday showcased his ability to spot creases and run through contact, which is why coaches should be excited about what he could bring as a backup and special-teams contributor. Weaknesses: Zenner needs to be a consistent pass catcher out of the backfield. Though he entered Friday's contest as one of the Lions' top receivers, Zenner dropped an easy pass in the fourth quarter; the miscue could lead to some concerns about his dependability as a receiver. What he needs to work on: Zenner is definitely making a strong push to secure a roster spot after a pair of solid performances in consecutive weeks, but he must put the cherry on top of the sundae with a brilliant showing in Week 4. The undrafted rookie needs to run with authority between the tackles to convince coaches he can handle the workload as a potential grinder. Most importantly, he must show strong hands and solid receiving skills in the passing game. With the Lions poised to throw it around behind Matthew Stafford, Zenner must be able to contribute in that area if he is to stick with the team.):   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000520063/article/nfc-preseason-player-grades-week-3-aaron-donald-rolls

Lessons learned: What the preseason told us about every NFC team (Detroit Lions: What we know: A mediocre running game since the retirement of Barry Sanders is showing signs of life thanks to an upgraded offensive line and the emergence of two rookies (second-round pick Ameer Abdullah, pictured, and the undrafted Zach Zenner). The running back group got even stronger this week with Joique Bell coming off the PUP list. What we don’t: Just how much of a drop-off there will be in defensive-line play with Ndamukong Suh now with Miami. Haloti Ngata, who was acquired via trade from Baltimore, is just returning to practice following a hamstring injury. The Lions do have better depth at defensive end this season – Darryl Tapp, in particular, is enjoying a career resurgence -- and unearthed a gem in defensive tackle Tyrunn Walker, who wasn’t tendered as a restricted free agent by New Orleans.):   http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/photos/nfc-lessons-philadelphia-eagles-dallas-cowboys-san-francisco-49ers-green-bay-packers-090115#img_6

Joique Bell calls out Ameer Abdullah for autocorrect fail:   http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/detroit-lions-joique-bell-ameer-abdullah-autocorrect-fail-called-out-090115

Local Media:

NOTEBOOK: TE Tim Wright joins Lions:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/NOTEBOOK-TE-Tim-Wright-joins-Lions-/df1b55db-e66c-4ff9-8e82-4820390fecc6

O'HARA: Hunt could tip scales in his favor Thursday:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARA-Hunt-could-tip-scales-in-his-favor-Thursday/2fe34829-a333-4a8e-8446-dbf38d1ae237

Thursday's game very important to Nate Ness:   http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Thursdays-game-very-important-to-Nate-Ness/516f5bb7-5cf7-402c-9183-61d26bebcb05

Not easy for injured Lions' Carter to miss more time:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/09/01/detroit-lions-alex-carter/71534062/

Lions release WR, LB, TE to reach roster limit:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/09/01/detroit-lions-roster-cuts/71513928/

New Lions TE Wright a quick study but may sit Thursday:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/09/01/tim-wright-detroit-lions/71521586/

Ngata says he’ll play with chip on shoulder:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/09/01/detroit-lions-haloti-ngata/71549462/

Lions' Keyton won't let injury derail NFL dream:   http://www.freep.com/story/sports/columnists/jeff-seidel/2015/09/01/jeff-seidel-lions-keyton/71554494/

Well-traveled Tim Wright poised to compete for Lions TE spot:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/2015/09/01/well-traveled-tim-wright-poised-compete-lions-te-spot/71536262/

Levy, Warford remain sidelined as Lions heal:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/2015/09/01/levy-warford-remain-sidelined-lions-heal/71528330/

Abdul-Quddus' stats belie value to Lions' special teams:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/09/01/abdul-quddus-stats-belie-value-lions-special-teams/71544416/

Johnson leads three Lions on ESPN’s NFL top 100 list:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/09/01/johnson-leads-three-lions-espns-nfl-top-list/71535788/

Replay: Tuesday Lions chat with Josh Katzenstein:   http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2015/08/31/talk-lions--josh-katzenstein-tuesday--1-pm/71488598/

DeAndre Levy's absence reaches a week after another missed Lions practice:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/09/deandre_levys_absence_reaches.html

Detroit Lions release WR Andrew Peacock and LB Justin Cherocci:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/09/detroit_lions_release_wr_andre.html

Detroit Lions get to 75-man limit by parting with TE Jacob Maxwell:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/09/detroit_lions_get_to_75-man_li.html

Former Detroit Lions WR Ryan Broyles clears waivers, now a free agent:   http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2015/09/former_detroit_lions_wr_ryan_b.html

Detroit Lions notes: Roster cut to 75; Haloti Ngata so far, so good:   http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20150901/detroit-lions-notes-roster-cut-to-75-haloti-ngata-so-far-so-good

Detroit Lions — Five things to know about newest TE Tim Wright:   http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20150901/detroit-lions-x2014-five-things-to-know-about-newest-te-tim-wright

Video:

National Media:

Breakout running back candidates:   http://www.nfl.com/goto?id=0ap3000000519727

Local Media:

Caldwell on the roster moves:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Caldwell-on-the-roster-moves/e2080bc2-60b6-48bf-ada3-5fe19e7bcd60

Wright on joining the Lions:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Wright-on-joining-the-Lions/c65eb179-06c6-4b40-b564-7185491157d9

Hunt on the final preseason game:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Hunt-on-the-final-preseason-game/5f060c77-7b33-4a71-b663-09c3e1424cf4

Copeland on being on the roster bubble:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Copeland-on-being-on-the-roster-bubble/994c81ce-b0da-4a0f-b503-3f83b59b414c

Quin on playing the Bills:   http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Quin-on-playing-the-Bills/2375f791-cce4-48e5-bc18-fe5f7cc31d79

Watch Detroit Lions reporters break down what the Timothy Wright trade means for Joseph Fauria:   http://videos.mlive.com/mlive/2015/09/watch_detroit_lions_reporters_26.html