Afternoon Lions Links for Tuesday 7-31-18

O'HARA: What we learned from first four training camp practices:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/o-hara-what-we-learned-from-first-four-training-camp-practices

Tabor's passion for football could lead him to coaching one day:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/tabor-s-passion-for-football-could-lead-him-to-coaching-one-day

Chris Lacy has bright future, even if Detroit Lions cut him:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/31/detroit-lions-chris-lacy/869021002/

Lions' Riddick has developed into ideal third-down back:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/31/detroit-lions-theo-riddick-has-developed-into-ideal-third-down-running-back/870558002/

Detroit Lions sign undrafted rookie OT Jamar McGloster:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_sign_undrafted_r.html

Report: Lions hosting LB Kelvin Sheppard:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/31/report-lions-hosting-lb-kelvin-sheppard/

Coach Patricia making his own path in Lions' training camp:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/31/coach-patricia-making-own-path-lions-training-camp/

Matthew Stafford finding intense new gear for Lions:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Matthew-Stafford-finding-intense-new-gear-for-Lions-120234686/

2018 NFL All Comeback Player Team: Andrew Luck edges out Aaron Rodgers at quarterback (OT: Taylor Decker, Lions -- After an impressive rookie season in 2016, the Ohio State product was limited to just eight games last year with a labrum issue that ultimately was the catalyst for the Lions offensive line falling apart. Detroit invested even more in the offensive line this offseason, drafting Frank Ragnow out of Arkansas in the first round. Decker's return is supposed to kickstart the first good Lions rushing attack in what feels like a decade.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/2018-nfl-all-comeback-player-team-andrew-luck-edges-out-aaron-rodgers-at-quarterback/

Video:

Training camp 1 on 1: MMQB's Andy Benoit:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/training-camp-1-on-1-mmqb-s-andy-benoit

Morning Lions Links for Tuesday 7-31-18

Articles:

Riddick's pass blocking a plus for Lions:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/riddick-s-pass-blocking-a-plus-for-lions

Lions O-line elite? Not just health must improve:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/30/detroit-lions-offensive-line/867230002/

Lions WR Powell standing out despite stature:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/30/detroit-lions-rookie-brandon-powell-standing-out-camp/867276002/

Detroit Lions' Christian Jones a 'sponge' soaking up new defense: 

Niyo: Lions camp radiates with crackle and pop:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/columnists/john-niyo/2018/07/30/lions-inject-crackle-and-pop-early-training-camp/863948002/

Nevin Lawson welcomes 2nd child, explaining absence from Lions' training camp:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/30/nevin-lawson-welcomes-2nd-child-explaining-absence-from-lions-training-camp/

Detroit Lions training camp: Da'Shawn Hand dinged up:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Detroit-Lions-training-camp-DaShawn-Hand-dinged-up-120208843/

Tracy Walker loves the physicality of Lions defense:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Tracy-Walker-loves-the-physicality-of-Lions-defense-120218080/

Miscellaneous:

Packers LB Jake Ryan leaves practice with 'serious' injury:  https://www.mlive.com/sports/2018/07/packers_linebacker_reportedly.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Video:

Patricia's practices aim to simulate game pressure:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/patricias-practices-aim-to-simulate-game-pressure

Training camp highlights: Day 4:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/training-camp-highlights-day-4

WATCH: Miller goes one-on-one with Jarrad Davis:  http://www.fox2detroit.com/sports/watch-miller-goes-one-on-one-with-jarrad-davis-1

Watch: Lions Wire's Erik Schlitt recaps Lions' training camp: Day 4:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/30/watch-lions-wires-erik-schlitt-recaps-lions-training-camp-day-4/

Afternoon Lions Links for Monday 7-30-18

Camp Notes/Observations:

TIM AND MIKE: Training camp Day 4 observations:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/tim-and-mike-training-camp-day-4-observations

Lions training camp observations, Day 4: OL Frank Ragnow, WR Brandon Powell shine:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/lions_training_camp_observatio_2.html

Camp observations: Michael Roberts toughs it out:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/30/detroit-lions-camp-observations-michael-roberts-toughs-out/863938002/

Lions observations: Going vanilla for young guys:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/30/detroit-lions-training-camp-observations/864228002/

Lions training camp observations: Day 4:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/30/lions-training-camp-observations-day-4/

Articles:

Jamal Agnew's in search of a new edge: 'I'm not going to sneak up on anybody':   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/lions_all-pro_jamal_agnew_im_n.html#incart_river_mobile_index

A 2006 playoff game got Matt Patricia fascinated with the strip-fumble drill:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/a_2006_game_got_matt_patricia.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Camp Spotlight: Defensive back Quandre Diggs:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-spotlight-defensive-back-quandre-diggs

Lions' Tabor wants to be CB now, coach later:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/30/detroit-lions-teez-tabor/860255002/

LeGarrette Blount back at Lions practice, Tavon Wilson sits:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/30/legarrette-blount-back-detroit-lions-practice-tavon-wilson-sits/864216002/

Lions testing Barrett in new role on defense:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/30/detroit-lions-testing-alex-barrett-new-role-defense/865215002/

Retractable roof for Ford Field remains in play:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/2018/07/30/retractable-roof-ford-field-still-under-study/863580002/

Brandon Powell impressing early in Lions camp:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Brandon-Powell-impressing-early-in-Lions-camp-120214322/

Theo Riddick motivated to be the guy for Lions at running back:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Theo-Riddick-motivated-to-be-the-guy-for-Lions-at-running-back-120211113/

Video:

Lang on Day 4 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/lang-on-day-4-of-training-camp

Walker on learning from veterans in secondary:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/walker-on-learning-from-veterans-in-secondary

Jones on progress:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/jones-on-progress

Powell on first NFL training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/powell-on-first-nfl-training-camp

Patricia on takeaways from first padded practice:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/patricia-on-takeaways-from-first-padded-practice

Lions training camp: What makes 2018 different:  https://www.freep.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/30/detroit-lions-training-camp-ol-outlook-plus-what-makes-year-different/864442002/

Morning Lions Links for Monday 7-30-18

O'HARA: Abdullah controlling what he can with work ethic, determination:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-spotlight-offensive-lineman-frank-ragnow

Camp Spotlight: Offensive lineman Frank Ragnow:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-spotlight-offensive-lineman-frank-ragnow

How Slay benefitted from offseason workouts with Richard Sherman, other top cornerbacks:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/how-slay-benefitted-from-offseason-workouts-with-richard-sherman-other-top-corne

First day in pads gives Kerryon Johnson a chance to show who he is:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/first_day_in_pads_will_give_ke.html

Lions' Ameer Abdullah credits yoga for helping him find peace in tumultuous year:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/lions_ameer_abdullah_credits_y.html

Lions' Blount leaves practice; Jones returns: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/29/detroit-lions-legarrette-blount-marvin-jones/859773002/

'Real football' arrives: Lions break out the pads:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/29/real-football-arrives-detroit-lions-practice-pads-first-time/859148002/

Wojo: Tabor could be more than a tease in Lions' new defense:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/columnists/bob-wojnowski/2018/07/29/bob-wojnowski-teez-tabor-could-more-than-tease-detroit-lions-new-defense/859146002/

A'Shawn Robinson plays critical role for Lions defensive success:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/26/ashawn-robinson-plays-critical-role-for-lions-defensive-success/

Lions' big three at WR is solidified, but don't forget about TJ Jones:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/23/lions-big-three-at-wr-is-solidified-but-dont-forget-about-tj-jones/

Analyst believes Lions offensive line will be tough: https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Analyst-believes-Lions-offensive-line-will-be-tough-120198673/

Video:

First padded practice brings extra energy:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/first-padded-practice-brings-extra-energy

Training camp 1 on 1: Albert Breer:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/training-camp-1-on-1-albert-breer

Lions' Patricia talks WR Golladay development:  https://www.freep.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/29/detroit-lions-coach-matt-patricia-talks-development-kenny-golladay/859115002/

WATCH: Lions WR Marvin Jones returns to practice after injury:  http://www.fox2detroit.com/sports/lions-wr-marvin-jones-returns-to-practice-after-injury

Watch: Lions Wire's Erik Schlitt recaps Lions' training camp: Day 3:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/29/watch-lions-wires-erik-schlitt-recaps-lions-training-camp-day-3/

Afternoon Lions Links for Sunday 7-29-18

Camp Notes/Observations:

TIM AND MIKE: Training camp Day 3 observations:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/tim-and-mike-training-camp-day-3-observations

Lions training camp observations, Day 3: Hitting picks up in first padded practice:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/lions_training_camp_observatio_1.html

Lions observations: Pads come on at camp:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/29/detroit-lions-training-camp-observations/859229002/

Camp observations: Lions rookie Frank Ragnow dominates:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/29/camp-observations-detroit-lions-rookie-frank-ragnow-dominates/859149002/

Lions training camp observations: Day 3:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/29/lions-training-camp-observations-day-3/

Articles:

Agnew hit the film room this offseason to scout opponents:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/agnew-hit-the-film-room-this-offseason-to-scout-opponents

LeGarrette Blount leaves Lions camp with injury; Marvin Jones returns:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/legarrette_blount_leaves_lions.html

Matt Patricia trying to change Lions' culture with more physicality:  http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/24226827/matt-patricia-trying-change-detroit-lions-culture-more-physicality-intensity-practices

Michael Roberts shows off sweet catch from Lions camp:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Michael-Roberts-shows-off-sweet-catch-from-Lions-camp-120180243/

Frank Ragnow a Lions player worth rooting for:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Frank-Ragnow-a-Lions-player-worth-rooting-for-120177837/

Video:

Jones Jr. on Day 3 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/jones-jr-on-day-3-of-training-camp

Abdullah on Day 3 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/abdullah-on-day-3-of-training-camp

Tabor on the depth of the secondary:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/tabor-on-the-depth-of-the-secondary

Robinson on Day 3 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/robinson-on-day-3-of-training-camp

Wagner on getting back into padded practice:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/wagner-on-getting-back-into-padded-practice

Patricia on the first day of training camp with pads:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/patricia-on-the-first-day-of-training-camp-with-pads

Audio:

Inside the Lions podcast camp edition: Who is the favorite for No. 2 CB job?:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/inside_the_lions_podcast_camp_1.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Morning Lions Links for Sunday 7-29-18

Articles:

Lions ready for first padded practice of camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-ready-for-first-padded-practice-of-camp

Slay adds to game working with Richard Sherman:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/28/darius-slay-richard-sherman-cornerback-workouts/855708002/

Lions' Marvin Jones injures leg, two others miss practice:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/28/detroit-lions-receiver-marvin-jones-injures-leg-three-others-miss-practice/855011002/

Video:

Training camp highlights: Day 2:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/training-camp-highlights-day-2

Watch: Lions Wire's Erik Schlitt recaps Lions' training camp: Day 2:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/28/watch-lions-wires-erik-schlitt-recaps-lions-training-camp-day-2/

Afternoon Lions Links for Saturday 7-28-18

Camp Notes/Observations:

TIM AND MIKE: Training camp Day 2 observations:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/tim-and-mike-training-camp-day-2-observations

Lions observations: Time to make goal-line stand:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/28/detroit-lions-training-camp-observations/855022002/

Camp observations: Johnson's ball security tested:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/28/detroit-lions-camp-observations-kerryon-johnsons-ball-security-tested/855395002/

Lions training camp observations, Day 2: Tight ends off to fast start:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/lions_training_camp_observatio.html

Lions training camp observations: Day 2:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/28/lions-training-camp-observations-day-2/

Articles:

Tate keeping his focus on camp, not contract talks:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/tate-keeping-his-focus-on-camp-not-contract-talks

O’HARA: Ragnow’s been waiting for first padded practice:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/o-hara-ragnow-s-been-waiting-for-first-padded-practice

Lions' Marvin Jones injures leg in practice:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/28/detroit-lions-marvin-jones-injury/854938002/

Kerryon Johnson learning fast in Lions' offense:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/28/detroit-lions-kerryon-johnson/854937002/

Lions' Slay fine-tunes game at Sherman's CB summit:   https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/28/detroit-lions-darius-slay-refines-game-richard-sherman-cb-summit/855280002/

Matt Patricia is using plays at the goal line to find his edge with the Lions:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/matt_patricia_wants_goal-line.html

DeShawn Shead earns first crack at Lions' open cornerback spot:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/deshawn_shead_gets_to_show_off.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Video:

Golladay on Day 2 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/golladay-on-day-2-of-training-camp

Ragnow on Day 2 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/ragnow-on-day-2-of-training-camp

Johnson on Day 2 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/johnson-on-day-2-of-training-camp

Slay on Day 2 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/slay-on-day-2-of-training-camp

Quin and Slay leading competitive secondary:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/quin-and-slay-leading-competitive-secondary

Patricia on roster competition:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/patricia-on-roster-competition

Camp spotlight: Kerryon Johnson:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/camp-spotlight-kerryon-johnson

Morning Lions Links for Saturday 7-28-18

Articles:

Back from injury, Decker is key to Lions OL:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/27/detroit-lions-taylor-decker/852864002/

Jean Francois: Lions have championship pedigree:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/27/detroit-lions-patriots-ricky-jean-francois/853322002/

Lions CB Shead finally healthy, gets early look:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/27/detroit-lions-deshawn-shead-happy-healthy-field/849580002/

Detroit Lions still don't have anthem policy in place:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_still_dont_have_1.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Lions kick off 1st training camp with coach Matt Patricia:  http://www.fox2detroit.com/sports/lions-kick-off-1st-training-camp-with-coach-matt-patricia

3 Detroit Lions position battles to watch this training camp:  https://www.clickondetroit.com/sports/3-detroit-lions-position-battles-to-watch-this-training-camp

Stafford scoffs at idea that Lions have a problem with Patricia making them run:  https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2018/07/27/stafford-scoffs-at-idea-that-lions-have-a-problem-with-patricia-making-them-run/

Lions understand, respect Matt Patricia's tough approach:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Lions-understand-respect-Matt-Patricias-tough-approach-120139357/

Video:

Matt Patricia discusses the transition from coordinator to head coach:  http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-training-camps/0ap3000000942627/Matt-Patricia-discusses-the-transition-from-coordinator-to-head-coach

Stafford says Patricia doesn't make team run too much: 'It's part of the game':  http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-training-camps/0ap3000000942526/Stafford-says-Patricia-doesn-t-make-team-run-too-much-It-s-part-of-the-game

WATCH: Lions Training Camp Special:  http://www.fox2detroit.com/sports/watch-lions-training-camp-special

Watch: Lions Wire's Erik Schlitt recaps Lions' training camp: Day 1:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/27/watch-lions-wires-erik-schlitt-recaps-lions-training-camp-day-1/

Audio:

Inside the Lions podcast camp edition: Is a Golden Tate deal likely or unlikely?:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/inside_the_lions_podcast_camp.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Afternoon Lions Links for Friday 7-27-18

Camp Notes/ Observations:

TIM AND MIKE: Training camp Day 1 observations:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/tim-and-mike-training-camp-day-1-observations

Lions observations: Ansah quiet, busy on Day 1:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/27/detroit-lions-training-camp-observations/850362002/

Notes and observations from Day 1 of Lions training camp:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/notes_and_observations_from_da_3.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Lions observations: Shead works as first-team CB:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/27/detroit-lions-camp-observations-teo-redding-still-popping-deshawn-shead-works-first-team-cb/851165002/

Lions training camp observations: Day 1:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/27/lions-training-camp-observations-day-1/

Articles:

Camp Spotlight: Cornerback Teez Tabor:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-spotlight-cornerback-teez-tabor

Lions GM Quinn: 'We can compete with any team':  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/27/detroit-lions-bob-quinn/847791002/

Decker happy to be at camp after missing last year's: https://www.detroitlions.com/news/decker-happy-to-be-at-camp-after-missing-last-year-s

O'HARA: Quin quick to adapt, learn and lead others:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/o-hara-quin-quick-to-adapt-learn-and-lead-others

Lions camp with Patricia: First impressions:  https://www.freep.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/27/detroit-lions-first-training-camp-practice-matt-patricia-first-impressions/850020002/

Lions' Matt Patricia: Why he loves training camp:  https://www.freep.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/27/detroit-lions-coach-matt-patricia-explains-why-he-loves-nfl-training-camp/847909002/

Windsor: No more excuses for Lions' Stafford:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/27/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford/846329002/

Lions' Patricia brushes off anthem questions:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/27/detroit-lions-matt-patricia-national-anthem/848014002/

Lions' Tate: We're discussing how to handle anthem:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/27/detroit-lions-matt-patricia-national-anthem/848014002/

Lions GM Quinn: Mediocrity no longer acceptable:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/27/detroit-lions-gm-bob-quinn-makes-clear-mediocrity-no-longer-acceptable/851034002/

Lions pass rushers are facing another battle to get on the field:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/lions_pass_rushers_are_facing.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Golden Tate wants a new deal from Lions, but never considered a hold out:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/golden_tate_wants_a_new_deal_f.html#incart_river_mobile_index

5 players who are on the roster bubble heading into Lions training camp:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/5_players_who_are_on_the_roste.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Eric Ebron heaps praise on Matthew Stafford at Colts camp:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/27/eric-ebron-talks-about-matthew-stafford/

Video:

Tate on Day 1 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/tate-on-day-1-of-training-camp

Jones Jr. on Day 1 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/jones-jr-on-day-1-of-training-camp

Rudock on Day 1 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/rudock-on-day-1-of-training-camp

Decker on Day 1 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/decker-on-day-1-of-training-camp

Hyder Jr. on Day 1 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/hyder-jr-on-day-1-of-training-camp

Willson on Day 1 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/willson-on-day-1-of-training-camp

Training camp 1 on 1: Ian Rapoport:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/training-camp-1-on-1-ian-rapoport

Training camp highlights: Day 1:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/training-camp-highlights-day-1

Lions are happy to be back to football:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/lions-are-happy-to-be-back-to-football

Lions fans excited, superstitious entering 2018:  https://www.wxyz.com/sports/football/lions/lions-fans-excited-superstitious-entering-2018-season

Morning Lions Links for Friday 7-27-18

Matthew Stafford reports early to Lions camp in great shape:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/matthew_stafford_reports_early.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Lions believe Ezekiel Ansah can be great again, despite injury:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/lions_believe_ezekiel_ansah_ca.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Detroit Lions plan to keep working Frank Ragnow at guard -- for now:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_plan_to_keep_wor.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Lions say they have a punting battle between Sam Martin and Ryan Santoso:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/lions_say_they_have_a_punting.html#incart_river_mobile_index

10 takeaways from Cooter & Pasqualoni:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/10-takeaways-from-cooter-pasqualoni

O'HARA: Lions know run game needs to improve:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/o-hara-lions-know-run-game-needs-to-improve

Despite comfort level, Stafford knows there's still room to improve:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/despite-comfort-level-stafford-knows-there-s-still-room-to-improve

Lions to find out if Patricia makes a difference:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/26/detroit-lions-matt-patricia/842856002/

Lions' Cooter, all studied up, ready for camp:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/26/detroit-lions-jim-bob-cooter/841718002/

Lions 'have confidence' Ansah can stay on field:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/26/detroit-lions-ziggy-ansah-injury-history/841341002/

Lions plan to use Ragnow at center during camp:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/26/detroit-lions-frank-ragnow-graham-glasgow/843652002/

Niyo: Lions ‘anxious’ to see the ‘D,’ and so are we:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/26/niyo-detroit-lions-anxious-see-new-defense-and-so-we/841763002/

Lions' Stafford still looking for ways to get better in Year 10:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/26/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-still-looking-ways-get-better-year-10/843295002/

Jarrad Davis ready to lead in 2nd season with Lions:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/26/jarrad-davis-ready-lead-second-season-detroit-lions/841741002/

The Detroit News ranks the top 25 Lions in value for 2018:  https://www.detroitnews.com/picture-gallery/sports/nfl/lions/2018/06/25/the-detroit-news-ranks-the-top-25-lions-in-value-for-2018/36356659/

Lions sign Darnell Sankey, place Devon Kennard on non-football injury list:  https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2018/07/26/lions-sign-darnell-sankey-place-devon-kennard-on-non-football-injury-list/

A'Shawn Robinson plays critical role for Lions defensive success:    https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/26/ashawn-robinson-plays-critical-role-for-lions-defensive-success/

Glover Quin firmly in PFF's top 10 safeties for 2018 (8. GLOVER QUIN, DETROIT LIONS:  A nine-year veteran after being drafted by the Houston Texans in the fourth round out of New Mexico in 2009, Quin has found his perfect fit in Detroit. Delivering the highest-graded season of his career at 89.0, he tied with Byard for the fourth-highest grade at the position last year. Quin excelled against the run and in coverage, allowing just 113 yards from the 23 plays where he was targeted in primary coverage.):   https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-smith-paces-the-nfls-top-10-safeties-heading-into-2018

10 bold predictions for what will happen in Lions camp:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/23/10-bold-predictions-for-what-will-happen-in-lions-camp/

NFC training camp battles: Josh Rosen to start Week 1? (8. Detroit Lions running back: LeGarrette Blount vs. Kerryon Johnson vs. Theo Riddick vs. Ameer Abdullah - Most analysts believe Abdullah will be the odd man out. That's probably how the Lions envision the position shaking out, too, but Blount's career has been too uneven and Johnson is too unproven to assume anything. This is a group that screams committee, and Abdullah might still be the most talented runner.):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000942199/article/nfc-training-camp-battles-josh-rosen-to-start-week-1

Steelers top NFL's best receiver duos IF Josh Gordon's absent (4.  Tate and Jones:  Tate and Jones always seem to go under the radar but are a great combination. Tate works the slot like no other, ranking first among all receivers in yards after the catch (639) in 2017. Jones makes the contested catch nine of 10 times on the outside, and making the tough catches is what being a wide receiver in this league is all about. He does that. Their versatility is what makes it hard for defenses to guard the Lions.  Tate and Jones each put up 1,000 receiving yards and haven't had a solid run game since 2013, when the Lions featured my colleague Reggie Bush in the backfield. With a loaded running back room that includes LeGarrette Blount, Ameer Abdullah, Theo Riddick and rookie Kerryon Johnson, the Lions should benefit off play-action passes with a renovated ground game. Lastly, Matthew Stafford is a great quarterback who will give Tate and Jones plenty of chances to make plays. No. 9 doesn't get enough credit.):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000942356/article/steelers-top-nfls-best-receiver-duos-if-josh-gordons-absent

Which Bill Belichick disciple will lead his team to most wins in 2018?:  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000942070/article/which-bill-belichick-disciple-will-lead-his-team-to-most-wins-in-2018

Video:

Stafford on getting back to football:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/stafford-on-getting-back-to-football

Davis on preparations for second season:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/davis-on-preparations-for-second-season

Cooter on the start of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/cooter-on-the-start-of-training-camp

Pasqualoni on getting back to football:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/pasqualoni-on-getting-back-to-football

Lions defensive coaches on beginning training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/lions-defensive-coaches-on-beginning-training-camp

Lions offensive coaches on the start of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/lions-offensive-coaches-on-the-start-of-training-camp

2018 Lions Offseason Recap:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/2018-lions-offseason-recap

WATCH: Stafford talks as Lions report to camp:  http://www.fox2detroit.com/sports/watch-stafford-talks-as-lions-report-to-camp

Lions Lowdown: Breaking down Matt Patricia's defense:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/06/19/lions-lowdown-breaks-down-detroit-lions-coach-matt-patricias-defense/716484002/

Lions Lowdown: Breaking down Patricia's offense:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/06/12/wojo-niyo-rogers-talk-matt-patricias-offense-after-lions-minicamps/696552002/

Morning Lions Links for Thursday 7-26-18

Detroit Lions training camp preview: Secondary looks like strength of defense:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_pr_35.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Detroit Lions reportedly sign ex-Patriots DT Ricky Jean Francois:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_reportedly_sign_1.html#incart_river_mobile_index

10 QUESTIONS: Which young player could have a big impact this season?:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/10-questions-which-young-player-could-have-a-big-impact-this-season

Here's why Lions can finally escape mediocrity:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/25/detroit-lions-training-camp/833197002/

Wojo: Don't even try to figure out the Lions yet:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/columnists/bob-wojnowski/2018/07/25/wojo-dont-even-try-figure-out-detroit-lions-yet/834580002/

Matt Patricia takes over, but Lions did little to help defense:  http://www.espn.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/33973/matt-patricia-takes-over-but-lions-did-little-to-help-defense

Matt Patricia planning up-tempo Lions training camp:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Matt-Patricia-planning-up-tempo-Lions-training-camp-120070205/

Analyst: Matthew Stafford disrespected in quarterback rankings:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Analyst-Matthew-Stafford-disrespected-in-quarterback-rankings-120074906/

Lions rated a potential 2018 dumpster fire by Colin Cowherd:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Lions-rated-a-potential-2018-dumpster-fire-by-Colin-Cowherd-120085658/

2018 NFL stat leaders: Aaron Rodgers will retake TD pass crown (Slay is picked to lead in interceptions):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000941949/article/2018-nfl-stat-leaders-aaron-rodgers-will-retake-td-pass-crown

Lions 53-man roster prediction for start of training camp: offense:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/25/lions-53-man-roster-prediction-for-start-of-training-camp-offense/

Video:

Previewing training camp - Tori Petry, Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara preview what to watch for when the Lions kick off training camp practices on Friday:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/previewing-training-camp

Morning Lions Links for Wednesday 7-25-18

O'HARA: Lions face top quarterbacks early:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/o-hara-lions-face-top-quarterbacks-early

Lions place FB Nick Bawden on reserve-injured, sign LB Freddie Bishop:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-place-fb-nick-bawden-on-reserve-injured-sign-lb-freddie-bishop

O'HARA: Why Agnew is considered one of Detroit's rising young stars: https://www.detroitlions.com/news/o-hara-why-agnew-is-considered-one-of-detroit-s-rising-young-stars

Lions training camp preview: Get ready to see a whole lot of Devon Kennard:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_pr_34.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Here are the Detroit Lions' top 10 cap hits entering training camp:  https://www.mlive.com/expo/sports/erry-2018/07/aca123d8437020/here-are-the-detroit-lions-top.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Lions defense preview: Breaking down new look:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/24/detroit-lions-training-camp-defense-preview/825716002/

Stafford rated 2nd-tier QB; what holds him back?:   https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/24/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-second-tier-qb/829781002/

Lions' defensive success hinges on quick mastery of Patricia's scheme:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/24/lions-defensive-success-hinges-quick-mastery-patricias-scheme/826882002/

Lions worked out Sealver Siliga:  https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2018/07/24/lions-worked-out-sealver-siliga/

Lions place Ziggy Ansah on PUP list, sign Freddie Bishop:  https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2018/07/24/lions-place-ziggy-ansah-on-pup-list-sign-freddie-bishop/

Analyst: Lions could have won Super Bowl with current wage scale:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Analyst-Lions-could-have-won-Super-Bowl-with-current-wage-scale-120053442/

Predictions for '18 bubble teams (4. Detroit Lions - Case for: Matthew Stafford is a stud -- the kind of tough, clutch franchise quarterback every coach wants. Speaking of coaches, I loved the Matt Patricia hire. The defense got better the minute he walked in the door. Meanwhile, the Lions' offensive line and run game got much better and tougher this offseason, through the draft (adding mauling OL Frank Ragnow and versatile back Kerryon Johnson in the first two rounds) and free agency (scooping up 247-pound hammer LeGarrette Blount).  Case against: CB Darius Slay and S Glover Quin are nice, but overall, the defense lacks talent -- especially in the front seven. Ziggy Ansah has difficulty staying healthy. The Vikings are much better. Aaron Rodgers is healthy.  Early gut feeling: The Lions are a tough team to project. In theory, this group is much better than the 2017 version, starting with the coach. But every team in the division improved this offseason. And the NFC is jammed. Eight or nine wins.):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000941661/article/2018-nfl-bubble-teams-case-for-case-against-early-prediction

NFL secondary rankings: All 32 teams entering 2018 (Lions ranked 12th):   https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-nfl-secondary-rankings-all-32-teams-entering-2018

The Top 50 Players in the NFL For 2018-2019 (37. Matt Stafford:  Stafford may never reach the heights of winning an MVP or being recognized as one of the best quarterbacks in the game, but he is without question one of the better quarterbacks in the game right now and in his prime. With a rocket arm that can never be counted out, Stafford finished top six in yards (3rd), passing touchdowns (4th), passer rating (6th), and completion percentage (6th).):  https://thebiglead.com/2018/07/24/aaron-rodgers-tom-brady-aaron-donald-top-50-nfl-players/5/

What would make 2018 a success for the Lions ?:  http://www.nfl.com/videos/good-morning-football/0ap3000000941639/What-would-make-2018-a-success-for-the-Lions&icampaign=%22search-video-detroit+lions%22

Which team is set up to surprise many this season?:  http://www.nfl.com/videos/good-morning-football/0ap3000000941640/Which-team-is-set-up-to-surprise-many-this-season&icampaign=%22search-video-detroit+lions%22

Morning Lions Links for Tuesday 7-24-18

Here's how MLive users graded the Lions roster entering training camp:  https://www.mlive.com/expo/sports/erry-2018/07/8a4444cb82650/heres-how-mlive-users-graded-t.html

O'HARA: Lions offensive line by the numbers:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/o-hara-lions-offensive-line-by-the-numbers

Lions offense preview: Success rests on run game:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/23/detroit-lions-training-camp-preview-offense-matthew-stafford/819032002/

Improved run game would elevate Lions' offense among NFL's elite:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/23/improved-run-game-would-elevate-detroit-lions-offense-among-nfls-elite/818538002/

What's new, what's gone as Lions open camp:  https://www.wxyz.com/sports/football/lions/at-a-glance-what-s-new-what-s-gone-as-lions-set-to-open-camp

Lions' big three at WR is solidified, but don't forget about TJ Jones:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/23/lions-big-three-at-wr-is-solidified-but-dont-forget-about-tj-jones/

10 bold predictions for what will happen in Lions camp:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/23/10-bold-predictions-for-what-will-happen-in-lions-camp/

Former Bucs corner Jude Adjei-Barimah working out for Lions and Browns:  https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2018/07/23/former-bucs-corner-jude-adjei-barimah-has-some-workouts/

Lions made right choice not rushing to sign Ezekiel Ansah:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Ezekiel-Ansah-contract-Lions-made-right-choice-not-rushing-to-sign-120026148/

Who's on the roster bubble? (Should find a way to stay - Ameer Abdullah, RB, Detroit Lions: It's crowded in the Lions backfield, with LeGarrette Blount, rookie Kerryon Johnson and passing-down specialist Theo Riddick in the mix. That puts Abdullah squarely on the bubble, but his talent should keep him around. It's not like Blount or Johnson are sure things, so I wouldn't even rule out Abdullah earning a significant role in this offense again.): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000941494/article/nfl-training-camp-cuts-notable-guys-on-roster-bubble

The 10 Best Cornerbacks in the NFL (9. Darius Slay:  ‘Big Play’ Slay led the NFC with eight interceptions last year, but he also gave up three TDs and ranked 28th among cornerbacks in yards allowed per game (43).):  https://thebiglead.com/2018/07/23/jalen-ramsey-xavier-rhodes-10-best-cornerbacks-nfl/2/

Lions picked to finish 7-9 by CBS Sports Prisco:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Lions-picked-to-finish-7-9-by-CBS-Sports-120012849/

Morning Lions Links for Monday 7-23-18

2018 training camp preview: Special teams:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-special-teams

Detroit Lions training camp preview: New scheme reshuffles defensive line:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_pr_33.html

Windsor: Next big star could come from Lions:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/2018/07/22/shawn-windsor-lions-red-wings-detroit-next-big-star/810199002/

Matt Patricia gracious and sociable with the fans at Tigers game:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/22/matt-patricia-gracious-and-sociable-with-the-fans-at-tigers-game/

Morning Lions Links for Sunday 7-22-18

Detroit Lions training camp preview: Receivers could be among NFL's best:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_pr_32.html

Detroit Lions training camp preview: Things are looking up on the offensive line:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_pr_31.html

2018 training camp preview: Interior offensive line:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-interior-offensive-line

Lions Training Camp Capsule:  https://sports.yahoo.com/lions-training-camp-capsule-160550402--nfl.html

Camp setup: Lions begin new chapter with Patricia:  https://www.themaven.net/nfldraftscout/lions/camp-setup-lions-begin-new-chapter-with-patricia-UC3_XInHZ0uwhk__ik-yhw/

Lions: Three camp goals and top battle:  https://www.themaven.net/nfldraftscout/lions/lions-three-camp-goals-and-top-battle-3uORJYIk6kWzpH1SYieajw/

Drilling in: Lions' unit by unit analysis:  https://www.themaven.net/nfldraftscout/lions/drilling-in-lions-unit-by-unit-analysis-i9-v9ZuIQkSW3HFPNBQhCQ/

Lions notebook: Ziggy on franchise tag:  https://www.themaven.net/nfldraftscout/lions/lions-notebook-ziggy-on-franchise-tag-AMNoDLgmS0u567Bx7YdKcQ/

Next big star in Detroit? Here are 12 candidates:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/2018/07/21/detroit-sports-next-star-red-wings-lions-tigers-pistons/790287002/

NFL 2018: Ranking the NFL head coaches - No. 1 is easy, but after that, it's tougher (21. Matt Patricia, Detroit Lions:  Could Patricia finally be the Belichick student who excels away from the teacher? (Houston’s Bill O’Brien, who spent years under other HCs before being hired in New England, doesn’t count.) After spending his entire NFL career climbing the ladder in New England, Patricia was hired by a familiar face, former Patriots front-office executive Bob Quinn, to lead the Lions. Right now, Patricia is known for his ever-present pencil behind his ear, but Detroit fans will need him to be known for success in the NFC North.):  https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl-2018-ranking-nfl-head-coaches-no-1-easy-tougher-140031738.html

5 important Lions who can be free agents after 2018:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/21/5-important-lions-who-can-be-free-agents-after-2018/

5 remaining NFL free agents who can help the Lions:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/06/22/5-remaining-nfl-free-agents-who-can-help-the-lions/

Morning Lions Links for Saturday 7-21-18

2018 training camp preview: Safety:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-safety

Camp questions: Most important Lion in 2018?:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-questions-most-important-lion-in-2018

Lions waive Barnes from injured reserve:  https://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/lions-waive-barnes-from-injured-reserve-072018

Top 4 reasons why the Lions could be lousy in 2018:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/20/top-4-reasons-why-the-lions-could-be-lousy-in-2018/

Lions land at 31 on Forbes NFL franchise value list:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/20/lions-land-at-31-on-forbes-nfl-franchise-value-list/

Morning Lions Links for Friday 7-20-18

2018 training camp preview: Offensive tackle:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-offensive-tackle

Camp questions: Position with the most to prove on defense?:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-questions-position-with-the-most-to-prove-on-defense

Detroit Lions training camp preview: Just how good could Matthew Stafford be?:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_pr_30.html

Lions 2nd most efficient team on play-action passes:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/19/lions-2nd-most-efficient-team-on-play-action-passes/

What happened with prior Lions who played under franchise tag?:   https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/19/what-happened-with-prior-lions-who-played-under-franchise-tag/

NFL run-defense rankings: All 32 teams entering 2018 (Lions 26th):   https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-nfl-run-defense-rankings-all-32-teams-entering-2018

All 32 QB subplots with camps on tap (Detroit Lions:  Honestly this is the exception to the rule. This has long been Matthew Stafford's offense and that remains the case. Can he get over the playoff hump, over time, with Matt Patricia at the helm?):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/every-teams-quarterback-subplot-as-2018-nfl-training-camps-get-ready-to-begin/

NFL record predictions: How each team will fare (The Lions finish 4th in the NFC North.  Detroit Lions (6-10): Could be two steps forward and one step back under rookie head coach Matt Patricia. This year will be the  step back for a team that has one home game in its final four weeks.):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2018/07/19/2018-nfl-record-projections-patriots-falter-super-bowl-atlanta-falcons/794037002/

Colin Cowherd reminds the world just how bad the Detroit Lions have been:  https://www.foxsports.com/watch/the-herd-with-colin-cowherd/video/1281273411714

Morning Lions Links for Thursday 7-19-18

2018 training camp preview: Cornerback:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-questions-position-with-the-most-to-prove-on-offense

Camp questions: Position with the most to prove on offense?:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-questions-position-with-the-most-to-prove-on-offense

PFF Training Camp Preview: Detroit Lions:  https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-pff-training-camp-preview-lions

Detroit Lions training camp preview: Running game gets total overhaul:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_pr_29.html

Best and worst outcomes for Lions rookies this season:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/18/detroit-lions-attempt-copy-new-orleans-saints-rookie-success/799097002/

GMFB's Kay Adams projects RB Kerryon Johnson as rookie of the year:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/18/gmfbs-kay-adams-projects-rb-kerryon-johnson-as-rookie-of-the-year/

Niyo: Detroit suffers starless nights:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/columnists/john-niyo/2018/07/18/niyo-detroit-sports-scene-berift-star-players/796253002/

5 games the Lions must win in Matt Patricia's rookie season:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/18/5-games-the-lions-must-win-in-matt-patricias-rookie-season/

Underappreciated Theo Riddick is the ultimate security blanket on passing downs:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/18/underappreciated-theo-riddick-is-the-ultimate-security-blanket-on-passing-downs/

The NFL's most outsize contracts: 20 players with bloated deals (19. Matthew Stafford, QB, Detroit Lions - Three-year compensation: $87 million (30.4 percent over baseline):  As a No. 1 overall draft pick under the old rookie system, Stafford entered the league on a six-year, $72 million deal with $41.7 million in guarantees. The deals handed to Stafford, Ndamukong Suh and Calvin Johnson were so onerous that the Lions had to restructure Stafford's rookie deal twice and give him a three-year, $53 million extension with three years left to go on that rookie contract. After four years of that contract, the Lions were staring down the final year of Stafford's deal with little leverage and had to give him a five-year, $135 million deal to stick around.  Stafford has made the Pro Bowl once, and that was as a replacement in 2014 for Peyton Manning. He's obviously a good quarterback, and this isn't to say the 30-year-old Georgia product has been greedy or selfish in negotiating with the Lions. Because of where and when Stafford was drafted, though, the Lions have been behind the eight ball in paying him like a superstar for virtually his entire career.):  http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/24107215/nfl-20-most-outsized-contracts-adjusting-position-2018

NFL's best bargain contracts: The underpaid and the overachieving (14.  Golden Tate: years, $31 million, $14.25 million guaranteed - Tate had a breakout year in 2013 with the Seahawks right before he entered free agency. Teams back then were more cautious with receivers, which allowed the Lions to pounce on a deal worth just more than $6 million per season. In his four years with the Lions, Tate has had three 1,000-yard seasons. He underpaid by at least $5 million per season.):  http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/list/nfl-best-contracts-bargains-aaron-rodgers-packers-gronk-patriots/nkbdsupo61aj1guz2cskv34e9/slide/19

5 Offseason Headlines: Lions:  http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap3000000940844/5-Offseason-Headlines-Lions&icampaign=%22search-video-detroit+lions%22

Morning Lions Links for Wednesday 7-18-18

2018 training camp preview: Tight end:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-tight-end

Camp questions: Player who could surprise Lions fans?:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-questions-player-who-could-surprise-lions-fans

Lions No. 18 in ESPN's future power rankings:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/17/detroit-lions-espn-future-power-rankings/792793002/

Stafford makes Forbes top 100 highest-paid list:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/17/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-forbes-list/792356002/

Third-year Lions face critical year in development:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/17/third-year-detroit-lions-players-face-critical-year-development/792613002/

Ezekiel Ansah and the Lions: What's next for Ziggy and Detroit?:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/17/ezekiel-ansah-and-the-lions-whats-next-for-ziggy-and-detroit/

The most glaring problem with the Lions' 0-16 team:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/17/the-most-glaring-problem-with-the-lions-0-16-team/

Morning Lions Links for Tuesday 7-17-18

Ezekiel Ansah will officially play on the franchise tag this season:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/ezekiel_ansah_will_officially.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Camp questions: Best position battle?:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-questions-best-position-battle

2018 training camp preview: Linebacker:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-linebacker

2018 Lions top 20: No. 1 Stafford key to season:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/17/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford/789049002/

Health, scheme are key components for Lions' Ansah:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/16/detroit-lions-ziggy-ansah-dont-reach-long-term-deal-before-deadline/788829002/

Running back rankings: Ezekiel Elliott tops backfield renaissance (Riddick ranked 29th:  He's a passing-down specialist, but a very good specialist. Riddick's outrageous receiving ability is one of the biggest reasons why Matthew Stafford and the Lions are one of the best teams at running a two-minute offense with the game on the line):   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000940527/article/running-back-rankings-ezekiel-elliott-tops-backfield-renaissance

NFL pass-rush rankings: All 32 team's entering 2018 (Lions ranked 24th):   https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-nfl-pass-rush-rankings-all-32-teams-entering-2018

Examining the Lions' backup QB competition:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/16/examining-the-lions-backup-qb-competition/

Morning Lions Links for Monday 7-16-18

2018 training camp preview: Quarterback:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-quarterback

2018 Lions top 20: No. 2 Patricia, a new era:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/16/detroit-lions-2018-matt-patricia/786547002/

Firmly on the bubble, will Ameer Abdullah make the team in Detroit?:   https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2018/07/15/firmly-on-the-bubble-will-ameer-abdullah-make-the-team-in-detroit/

Lions should keep improving positive trend with penalties:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/15/lions-should-keep-improving-positive-trend-with-penalties/

5 big-name free agents the Lions must avoid:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/06/23/5-big-name-free-agents-the-lions-must-avoid/

Morning Lions Links for Sunday 7-15-18

2018 training camp preview: Defensive tackle:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-defensive-tackle

2018 Lions top 20: No. 3 Decker key to O-line:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/15/detroit-lions-2018-taylor-decker/785393002/

Lawrence, Ansah to play on franchise tag:  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/demarcus-lawrence-ziggy-ansah-both-reportedly-expected-to-play-2018-on-franchise-tag/

NFL Network and NFL.com project how Lions can make the playoffs:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/14/nfl-network-and-nfl-com-project-how-lions-can-make-the-playoffs/

Roster impact of all 6 picks in the Lions' 2018 NFL Draft class:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/04/30/roster-impact-of-all-6-picks-in-the-lions-2018-nfl-draft-class/

Watch: Ex-Lions RB Jahvid Best makes incredible catch in AFFL game:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/09/watch-ex-lions-rb-jahvid-best-makes-incredible-catch-in-affl-game/

Detroit Lions 2018 Previews

Training Camp:

Team:

PFF Training Camp Preview: Detroit Lions:  https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-pff-training-camp-preview-lions

NFC North training camp preview:  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000940091/article/nfc-north-training-camp-preview-key-issues-players-to-watch

2018 NFL Preview: Can Lions' Matt Patricia reverse a trend from Bill Belichick:  https://sports.yahoo.com/2018-nfl-preview-can-lions-matt-patricia-reverse-trend-bill-belichick-assistants-140533401.html

Previewing training camp - Tori Petry, Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara preview what to watch for when the Lions kick off training camp practices on Friday:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/previewing-training-camp

Camp questions: Best position battle?:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-questions-best-position-battle

Camp questions: Player who could surprise Lions fans?:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-questions-player-who-could-surprise-lions-fans

Camp questions: Position with the most to prove on defense?:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-questions-position-with-the-most-to-prove-on-defense

Camp questions: Position with the most to prove on offense?:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-questions-position-with-the-most-to-prove-on-offense

Camp questions: Most important Lion in 2018?:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-questions-most-important-lion-in-2018

Camp setup: Lions begin new chapter with Patricia:  https://www.themaven.net/nfldraftscout/lions/camp-setup-lions-begin-new-chapter-with-patricia-UC3_XInHZ0uwhk__ik-yhw/

Lions: Three camp goals and top battle:  https://www.themaven.net/nfldraftscout/lions/lions-three-camp-goals-and-top-battle-3uORJYIk6kWzpH1SYieajw/

Drilling in: Lions' unit by unit analysis:  https://www.themaven.net/nfldraftscout/lions/drilling-in-lions-unit-by-unit-analysis-i9-v9ZuIQkSW3HFPNBQhCQ/

What's new, what's gone as Lions open camp:  https://www.wxyz.com/sports/football/lions/at-a-glance-what-s-new-what-s-gone-as-lions-set-to-open-camp

Positional:

Lions defense preview: Breaking down new look:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/24/detroit-lions-training-camp-defense-preview/825716002/

Lions offense preview: Success rests on run game:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/23/detroit-lions-training-camp-preview-offense-matthew-stafford/819032002/

Detroit Lions training camp preview: Secondary looks like strength of defense:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_pr_35.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Lions training camp preview: Get ready to see a whole lot of Devon Kennard:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_pr_34.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Detroit Lions training camp preview: New scheme reshuffles defensive line:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_pr_33.html

Detroit Lions training camp preview: Receivers could be among NFL's best:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_pr_32.html

Detroit Lions training camp preview: Things are looking up on the offensive line:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_pr_31.html

Detroit Lions training camp preview: Just how good could Matthew Stafford be?:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_pr_30.html

Detroit Lions training camp preview: Running game gets total overhaul:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_pr_29.html

2018 training camp preview: Special teams:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-special-teams

2018 training camp preview: Interior offensive line:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-interior-offensive-line

2018 training camp preview: Safety:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-safety

2018 training camp preview: Offensive tackle:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-offensive-tackle

2018 training camp preview: Cornerback:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-questions-position-with-the-most-to-prove-on-offense

2018 training camp preview: Tight end:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-tight-end

2018 training camp preview: Linebacker:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-linebacker

2018 training camp preview: Quarterback:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-quarterback

2018 training camp preview: Defensive tackle:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-defensive-tackle

2018 training camp preview: Wide receiver:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-wide-receiver

2018 training camp preview: Running back:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-running-back

2018 training camp preview: Defensive end:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2018-training-camp-preview-defensive-end

Predictions:

Lions picked to finish 7-9 by CBS Sports Prisco:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Lions-picked-to-finish-7-9-by-CBS-Sports-120012849/

NFL record predictions: How each team will fare (The Lions finish 4th in the NFC North.  Detroit Lions (6-10): Could be two steps forward and one step back under rookie head coach Matt Patricia. This year will be the  step back for a team that has one home game in its final four weeks.):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2018/07/19/2018-nfl-record-projections-patriots-falter-super-bowl-atlanta-falcons/794037002/

PFF Forecast: NFC North preview, projections, win/loss totals:  https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-pff-forecast-nfc-north-preview-projections-winloss-totals