#74 - Rodney Austin:
Lions establish 8 man practice squad (9-1-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-establish-eight-man-practice-squad/364a5c40-750e-4f46-a923-7a0170fa01ba
Lions release OT Rodney Austin and DT Xavier Proctor (8-31-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_release_ot_rodne.html
It was not a good practice for Rodney Austin on Monday (8-12-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_10.html
O-lineman Rodney Austin is bigger than advertised (8-8-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_offensive_linema_3.html
Austin got considerable time at RG with the first unit in the team portion of practice on Sunday (7-28-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHara-Rob-Sims-has-become-a-teacher-for-Larry-Warford/a86d8074-6bf6-48a4-b8e2-d68dc9a2bb0f
Austin got first team reps at RG (7-27-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_no_17.html
Rodney Austin got some first string ROG reps at minicamp (6-12-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/06/note_and_observations_from_the.html
Rodney Austin got reps at 1st string RG at OTA (5-29-13):
http://twitter.com/davebirkett/status/339779825621413888
Austin was a honorable mention for stand out players at rookie mini-camp (5-12-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Twentyman-Five-players-that-stood-out-at-rookie-mini-camp/c5c0327c-35fe-4f71-9cf9-fb3cb91368f4
Rodney Austin prefers playing guard, but will do whatever it takes to make the 53 man roster (5-11-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/detroit_lions_rodney_austin_pr.html
Guards Nagy and Austin have something to prove this offseason (2-28-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/02/detroit_lions_guards_bill_nagy.html
Lions sign Rodney Austin to practice squad (9-3-12):
http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/09/03/12/Lions-sign-4-to-practice-squad/landing_lions.html?blockID=784553
Lions signed UDFA Rodney Austin (4-29-12):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2012/04/detroit_lions_sign_seven_more.html?
PFW draft profile from 2012:
http://www.profootballweekly.com/prospects/player/rodney-austin-64/
SI draft tracker:
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/football/nfl/draft-2012/players/65609.html
NFL draftscout draft profile (he was ranked 43 for OGs and 999 overall):
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=120749&draftyear=2012&genpos=OG
#45 - Shaun Chapas:
Lions establish 8 man practice squad (9-1-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-establish-eight-man-practice-squad/364a5c40-750e-4f46-a923-7a0170fa01ba
TE Michael Williams out for season after landing on IR; Chapas and White cut (8-31-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_te_michael_willi.html
Schwartz on Chapas playing Fullback (7-27-13):
http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/7/27/4563532/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-day-2
Shaun Chapas went to the Wings game with Suh, Durham and Stafford (5-23-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/Ndamukong-Suh-embraces-Detroit-tradition-at-Joe-Louis-Arena/fa0648cb-6a97-486e-b841-c1ded3055b07
Lions tender exclusive rights contract to Shaun Chapas (3-11-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/03/detroit_lions_tender_exclusive.html
NFL draftscout draft profile from 2011 (he was ranked 6 for FBs and 292 overall):
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=64782&draftyear=2011&genpos=FB
CBS draft profile:
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/historical/1114912
SI draft profile:
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/football/nfl/draft-2011/players/54155.html
NFL.com draft profile:
http://www.nfl.com/draft/2011/profiles/shaun-chapas?id=2495270
#10 - Corey Fuller:
Draft info:
http://captainbluelionslinks.blogspot.com/2013/04/corey-fuller.html
Four starters emerge from 2013 draft class (Pasche discusses Fuller) (9-6-13):
http://oplions.blogspot.com/2013/09/detroit-lions-four-starters-emerge-from.html
Lions establish 8 man practice squad (9-1-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-establish-eight-man-practice-squad/364a5c40-750e-4f46-a923-7a0170fa01ba
Lions cut 6th round pick Corey Fuller, LB Jon Morgan and OL Darren Keyton (8-31-13):
http://www.freep.com/article/20130901/SPORTS01/309010071/
Twentyman discusses the impact of the 2013 rookies (8-26-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHaras-Monday-Countdown-What-impact-will-the-Lions-rookie-class-have/26e3d7a6-1298-499c-a70f-95cd10485d9d
It may be too late for Fuller, but he made more plays on Saturday than he did during any training camp practice (8-24-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_2013_practice_ob.html
Schwartz on Fuller - He's had his ups and downs, but still made alot of plays and improved as a blocker (8-19-13):
http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/20/4637750/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-monday
Twentyman thinks Fuller is on the roster bubble. He hasn't seen a whole lot from him (8-16-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/10-Questions-with-Twentyman-After-two-preseason-games-what-do-the-Lions-need-to-work-on/f68dd32f-e1c1-4080-b998-be30639c3108
Lions plan for Fuller should become clearer in tonight's game against Browns (8-15-13):
http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20130815/SPORTS0101/308150112/Lions-plans-WR-Corey-Fuller-may-become-clearer-game-vs-Browns
Dave Dye thinks Fuller will probably end up on the practice squad. He has not stood out at all at practice (8-14-13):
http://www.foxsportsdetroit.com/nfl/detroit-lions/story/Lions-at-Browns-Five-things-to-watch?blockID=929219&feedID=3862
Fuller is working on playing low (8-8-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/as_a_tall_receiver_detroit_lio.html
Schwartz on Fuller's progression from rookie camp to now (8-7-13):
http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/7/4599102/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-wednesday
Fuller continues to have an up and down camp. He dropped back to back throws during team drills (8-7-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_8.html
Twentyman says Fuller is very raw and is getting alot of third and fourth team reps (8-4-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/10-Questions-with-Twentyman-Rating-the-secondary-surprise-performers-special-teams-competition/290b7fd8-609b-4a57-90cf-a1c8651778e4
A look at the rookies after 9 days of training camp (8-4-13):
http://oplions.blogspot.com/2013/08/detroit-lions-look-at-rookies-after-9.html
Fuller showed excellent quickness (8-3-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_5.html
Fuller looking to impress (8-2-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Corey-Fuller-looking-to-impress-linebacker-competition-and-other-observations/44695591-4c97-49a0-9ebb-71f9588a3a85
Fuller made an excellent catch on a deep ball (7-30-13):
http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/7/30/4571614/lions-training-camp-2013-day-5
Fuller returned a punt today, but muffed it (7-28-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob.html
Fuller pulled down a fade with a DB all over his back. He showed excellent concentration and body control (7-27-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_no_17.html
CJ's leadership can be seen in his work with Corey Fuller (6-3-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/Calvin-Johnsons-leadership-can-be-seen-in-his-work-with-Corey-Fuller/5d5334f1-e319-4477-a6df-330cf166839c
Corey fuller went through individual drills, but did not participate in the team portion of OTAs (5-29-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Notebook-Mikel-Leshoure-still-nursing-hamstring-injury-Shaun-Hill-back/f3a24432-b691-4632-832d-e5fa78783160
Chris Houston benefits from battling CJ practice after practice (5-24-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/Chris-Houston-will-be-an-integral-part-of-the-development-and-mentoring-of-Detroits-young-corners/dfaaed8d-3d84-40f8-969b-09130d59bd06
CJ discusses Fuller (5-20-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Calvin-Johnson-studying-up-on-rookie-Corey-Fuller/50ac1193-940f-4838-992e-4cab85e811fe
Corey Fuller hopes to go from triple jumper to big play receiver (5-16-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/detroit_lions_corey_fuller_hop.html
Tim and Mike on Fuller (5-14-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Tim-and-Mike-on-Corey-Fuller/5a98f8f2-2b7d-404b-9068-31c3f290421c
Fuller is one of five players that stood out at rookie mini-camp (5-12-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Twentyman-Five-players-that-stood-out-at-rookie-mini-camp/c5c0327c-35fe-4f71-9cf9-fb3cb91368f4
Fuller out to prove he's not as raw as Lions first thought (5-11-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Corey-Fuller-out-to-prove-he%E2%80%99s-not-as-raw-as-Lions-first-thought/8b5a39d0-9422-42fc-8eb6-4ea924309b40
Schwartz on Warford injury, Fuller's speed (5-10-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Jim-Schwartz-on-Larry-Warford-Injury-Corey-Fuller/bd0cd727-cc8d-4b42-8d49-47c750e29d78
Lions sign Fuller to a 4 year deal (5-8-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/detroit_lions_sign_four_draft.html
Chris Greenwood #33:
Chris Greenwood twitter:
https://twitter.com/gwood2
Lions establish 8 man practice squad (9-1-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-establish-eight-man-practice-squad/364a5c40-750e-4f46-a923-7a0170fa01ba
Lions release former 5th round pick Chris Greenwood (8-31-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_release_former_f.html
With roster cuts the next order of business, who helped themselves in
Buffalo? (Greenwood is picked as one of the players who didn't help themselves)
(8-30-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/With-roster-cuts-the-next-order-of-business-who-helped-themselves-in-Buffalo/6385a1ae-0e25-4084-80ee-28417674d801
3 who trended up, 3 who didn't in preseason finale against Bills (Greenwood is one of the players who trended down) (8-30-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/3_who_trended_up_3_who_didnt_i_1.html
Film review - Where the Lions CBs stand (8-28-13):
http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/28/4666552/lions-film-review-cornerback-competition
Greenwood came down with an interception during redzone work (8-27-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_practice_observa_1.html
Schwartz on the importance of preseason game 4 for Greenwood (8-26-13):
http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/26/4661324/lions-quotes-jim-schwartz-monday
CB Chris Greenwood facing important preseason test in Buffalo (8-25-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/CB-Chris-Greenwood-facing-important-preseason-test-in-Buffalo/6eb23721-9b3f-4a51-9175-343fca8b1143
Greenwood finally overcomes injury to make long awaited debut (8-24-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_chris_greenwood.html
Schwartz on Greenwwod (8-18-13):
http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/18/4634086/lions-training-camp-quotes-jim-schwartz-sunday
Greenwood took brief 1st team reps in his return from hamstring injury (8-18-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_cb_chris_greenwo_5.html
Greenwood returned to practice and participated in team drills for the first time since injuring his hamstring (8-17-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/calvin_johnson_returns_to_detr.html
Twentyman discusses Greenwood situation and what he has to do to make the roster (8-16-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/10-Questions-with-Twentyman-After-two-preseason-games-what-do-the-Lions-need-to-work-on/f68dd32f-e1c1-4080-b998-be30639c3108
Greenwood misses game against Browns with Hamstring injury (8-15-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_wr_calvin_johnso_28.html
CB Greenwood back to training camp after missing 11 practices (8-13-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_cb_chris_greenwo_4.html
Greenwood missed Monday's practice (8-12-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/chris_houston_patrick_edwards.html
Greenwood didn't practice on Sunday (8-11-13):
http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2013/08/11/sports/doc520822f33ded7283892443.txt?viewmode=fullstory
Greenwood didn't play in the first preseason game (8-9-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/seven_players_sitting_out_detr.html
Greenwood missed practice today (8-8-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/injury_roundup_detroit_lions_n.html
Greenwood missed practice again (8-7-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Herman-Moore-catches-a-TD-Broyles-gets-a-day-off-and-Lions-prep-for-Jets/59e2ffa0-abea-4c6a-8739-d31724a4252c
Greenwood remained out (8-6-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Reggie-Bush-looking-for-quality-preseason-reps/fdf7d497-5002-474d-95e3-6552c7e4b6e7
Greenwood still out (8-4-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/four_players_return_to_detroit.html
Greenwood sat out again (8-3-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Guard-competition-record-number-of-fans-and-other-camp-observations/a7309c81-7957-4c5a-be46-44be3af8a0c0
Cunningham on Greenwood's injury history (8-2-13):
http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/3/4583196/lions-training-camp-quotes-gunther-cunningham-friday
Greenwood still out (8-2-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Corey-Fuller-looking-to-impress-linebacker-competition-and-other-observations/44695591-4c97-49a0-9ebb-71f9588a3a85
Greenwood sat out again (8-1-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Ronnell-Lewis-back-injury-breakdown-and-other-camp-observations/6db7793b-808c-435b-b968-a2cdc6955880
Greenwood missed practice again (7-30-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Mayhew-impressed-with-talent-time-running-out-for-Ronnell-Lewis/43eba791-f6ec-4812-9f62-1df481772044
Greenwood left early after suffering a hamstring injury towards the end of Monday's practice (7-29-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_guard_leroy_harr.html
Greenwood showed some nice press coverage skills (7-28-13):
http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/7/28/4564970/lions-training-camp-2013-day-3
Greenwood making positive strides, according to Schwartz (6-5-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/06/detroit_lions_cb_chris_greenwo_3.html
Greenwood is coming along; he started to make flashy plays, but he has an occasional lapse (6-4-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Notebook-Reggie-Bush-sees-a-little-Drew-Brees-in-Matthew-Stafford-Darius-Slay-returns-to-field/a759cf1f-d694-4eb0-9ec4-ecabd1020339
Chris Greenwood, young corners, competing for starting job (6-3-13):
http://lionsreport.com/2013/06/8431/
How quickly can Greenwood apply classroom training to the field (5-24-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/How-quickly-can-Chris-Greenwood-apply-classroom-training-to-the-field/b6c27c16-3251-4f40-8951-6a3bdf424b10
CB Chris Greenwood ready for his second chance (5-24-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/detroit_lions_cb_chris_greenwo_2.html
Greenwood came into camp heavier - aiming to add strength, but not lose speed (5-22-13):
http://lionsreport.com/2013/05/detriot-lions-wednesday-otas-obeservations/
Greenwood
back after missing last season with an abdominal injury. His foot
moved with ease and he covered alot of ground (5-22-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/detroit_lions_notes_and_observ.html
Greenwood is one of the great unknowns on Lions roster (5-7-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Chris-Greenwood-one-of-the-great-unknowns-on-the-Lions-roster/f8435072-d2ca-439e-92a1-189b5b3a2b0f
Greenwood projected to compete for starting CB spot opposite Houston (3-29-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Chris-Greenwood-projected-to-compete-for-starting-cornerback-spot-opposite-Chris-Houston/57d54198-d3df-4460-8b1d-def496f3166a
Lofty expectations for Greenwood (1-26-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/10-Questions-with-Twentyman-What-are-the-Detroit-Lions-going-to-do-with-Titus-Young/335faa48-6f29-47c1-810a-c15b8105f275
Mayhew evaluates 2012 draft class (1-3-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Martin-Mayhew-evaluates-the-2012-Detroit-Lions-draft-class/4f90fa89-ffbe-48f9-ab36-3593cf36b876
Greenwood will stay on PUP ending his rookie season (11-6-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2012/11/detroit_lions_cb_chris_greenwo_1.html
Lions say Greenwood's measurables are off the charts (8-29-13):
http://www.freep.com/article/20120429/SPORTS01/204290660/Lions-say-Adrian-CB-Chris-Greenwood-s-measurables-are-off-charts
NFL draftscout 2012 profile (Greenwood is ranked 18 for CBs and 143 overall):
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=121129&draftyear=2012
CBS draft profile:
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1852398/chris-greenwood
PFW Draft Profile from 2012:
http://www.profootballweekly.com/prospects/player/chris-greenwood-2/
NFL.com profile (His grade is a 54.5):
http://www.nfl.com/draft/2012/profiles/chris-greenwood?id=2534745
#57 - Brandon Hepburn:
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/Hepburn52
Four starters emerge from 2013 draft class (Pasche discusses Hepburn) (9-6-13):
http://oplions.blogspot.com/2013/09/detroit-lions-four-starters-emerge-from.html
Lions establish 8 man practice squad (9-1-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-establish-eight-man-practice-squad/364a5c40-750e-4f46-a923-7a0170fa01ba
Lions cut a second 2013 draft pick, LB Brandon Hepburn (8-31-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_cut_a_second_201.html
With roster cuts the next order of business, who helped themselves in
Buffalo? (Hepburn is picked as one of the players who didn't help themselves)
(8-30-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/With-roster-cuts-the-next-order-of-business-who-helped-themselves-in-Buffalo/6385a1ae-0e25-4084-80ee-28417674d801
Twentyman discusses the impact of the 2013 rookies (8-26-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHaras-Monday-Countdown-What-impact-will-the-Lions-rookie-class-have/26e3d7a6-1298-499c-a70f-95cd10485d9d
Hepburn
had a good pass break up on Pettigrew. He was able to slap the pass
away from Pettigrew on a short sit-down route (8-19-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_13.html
JRog thinks Hepburn could be squeezed out of the picture (8-13-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_11.html
Bell and Hepburn had a pair of extremely physical battles with Bell winning both snaps (8-12-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_10.html
A look at the rookies after 9 days of camp (8-4-13):
http://oplions.blogspot.com/2013/08/detroit-lions-look-at-rookies-after-9.html
LB Coach Matt Burke says players on equal footing for open outside LB spot (5-20-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/Matt-Burke-says-players-on-equal-footing-for-open-outside-linebacker-spot/a86583d5-3492-410b-904a-f2a424d4348c
Lions sign Brandon Heburn to a 4 year contract (5-8-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/detroit_lions_sign_four_draft.html
Draft Info:
http://captainbluelionslinks.blogspot.com/2013/04/brandon-hepburn.html
#40 - Steven Miller:
Draft info:
http://captainbluelionslinks.blogspot.com/2013/04/2013-udfa-scouting-reports-and-articles.html
Lions establish 8 man practice squad (9-1-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-establish-eight-man-practice-squad/364a5c40-750e-4f46-a923-7a0170fa01ba
Steven Miller, Jake Scott cut after losing out on starting spot (8-31-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/steven_miller_jake_scott_cut_b.html
With roster cuts the next order of business, who helped themselves in
Buffalo? (Miller is picked as one of the players who helped themselves)
(8-30-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/With-roster-cuts-the-next-order-of-business-who-helped-themselves-in-Buffalo/6385a1ae-0e25-4084-80ee-28417674d801
3 who trended up, 3 who didn't in preseason finale against Bills (Miller is one of the players who trended up) (8-30-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/3_who_trended_up_3_who_didnt_i_1.html
As cut day draws near, bubble players like Miller await their fate (8-30-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/as_cut_day_nears_bubble_player.html
Four downs - 3rd Down - Miller or Riddick (8-29-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Four-Downs-A-look-at-position-battles-and-the-Lions-turnover-turnaround/fb10c16b-d9ea-4f7e-b7c6-c00a1d84044e
Video - Miller on the opportunity to make the roster (8-29-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Steven-Miller-on-the-opportunity-to-make-roster/d1320326-8022-4ec5-8a9c-c38b188b5523
Miller and Spurlock handled all the punt returns in Tuesday's practice. Miller also botched a hand off near the end of practice (8-27-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_practice_observa_1.html
The
Lions must really want Steven Miller to win the return job. He
handled return duties for three quarters in the game against the
Patriots and got most of the work on punts on Sunday (8-25-130:
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_practice_observa.html
Schwartz on Miller (8-24-13):
http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/24/4655224/lions-quotes-jim-schwartz-saturday
In the mix for Lions return man job, Miller not feeling any pressure (8-21-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/fighting_for_return_man_job_de.html
The punt and kick return jobs appears to be down to Miller and Edwards (8-20-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_14.html
Miller worked on fielding kicks in Monday's practice. He bobbled a kick right into the hands of the gunner (8-19-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_13.html
Miller
brought a kick off from the endzone all the way to the 50 yd line, but
it was brought back because of a penalty (8-15-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_starters_embarra.html
Seifert says Miller has elite quickness and took most of the reps at punt returner (8-12-13):
http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/59224/camp-confidential-detroit-lions-3?ex_cid=espnapi_public
Miller showed off his speed as punt returner (8-7-13):
http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/7/4598572/lions-training-camp-2013-wednesday-practice
Miller is really, really fast. During punt coverage duty, he blew past two defenders and they never touched him (8-6-13):
http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/58893/lions-camp-day-1
Miller returned punts (8-3-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_5.html
Miller worked on punt returns (8-1-13):
http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2013/8/1/4579680/lions-training-camp-2013-thursday-practice
Miller wants to show he has more to offer than just speed (7-30-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/rb_detroit_lions_rb_steven_mil.html
Miller
is trying to catch on with the Lions and his best opportunity might be
as a return man. Bush gave him advice - hang on to the ball
(7-29-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Slay-vs-Megatron-high-praise-for-Ansah-veteran-advice-and-more/ceb4a919-f212-4c43-94b3-0907f185478e
RB Miller has been flashing while running with third team (7-28-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob.html
Miller muffed an attempt at punt return (7-27-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_no_17.html
Miller returned punts for the Lions today (7-26-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Camp-Notebook-Reiff-fitting-in-at-left-tackle-Fairley-impressive-and-other-observations/0f9e79ea-cf07-4365-990d-87eb04ef15bc
Miller one of Lions 5 standouts from OTAs (6-8-13):
http://oplions.blogspot.com/2013/06/detroit-lions-five-standouts-from-otas.html
Lions size up FA Steven Miller (5-27-13):
http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20130527/SPORTS0101/305270313
Miller returned punts at OTAs (5-22-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/detroit_lions_notes_and_observ.html
A 43 inch vertical jump helped Lions rookie FA RB Steven Miller gain notice (5-15-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/05/a_43-inch_vertical_jump_helped.html
Miller was one of the honorable mention players at Lions rookie mini-camp (5-12-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Twentyman-Five-players-that-stood-out-at-rookie-mini-camp/c5c0327c-35fe-4f71-9cf9-fb3cb91368f4
Steven Miller buzzes at rookie mini-camp (5-12-13):
http://www.theoaklandpress.com/articles/2013/05/12/sports/doc518ff524385c7196657737.txt
Video - Miller on paying attention to detail (5-12-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Steven-Miller-on-paying-attention-to-detail/c10de177-a079-45cc-abd1-f4097d1de51d
Lions sign UDFA Steven Miller (5-2-13):
http://oplions.blogspot.com/2013/05/detroit-lions-sign-11-undrafted-rookies.html
#69 - DT Xavier Proctor:
Lions establish 8 man practice squad (9-1-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-establish-eight-man-practice-squad/364a5c40-750e-4f46-a923-7a0170fa01ba
Lions release OT Rodney Austin and DT Xavier Proctor (8-31-13):
http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_release_ot_rodne.html
Proctor made Warford struggle in one of one drills (8-6-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_7.html
Lions sign Proctor (8-1-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_release_two_incl.html
Proctor gets shot in AFL with Orlando Predators (7-24-13):
http://www.wralsportsfan.com/nccu-s-proctor-gets-shot-in-afl-with-orlando-predators/12697780/
Proctor headed to Lions mini-camp (5-9-13):
http://www.hbcugameday.com/2013/05/nccus-proctor-headed-to-lions-minicamp.html
Q and A with Proctor (11-4-12):
http://nccueaglepride.com/news/2012/11/1/FB_1101122207.aspx
2013 NFL draftscout profile (he's ranked 91 for DTs):
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=95910&draftyear=2013&genpos=DT
Optimum Scouting ranks him #44 in a list of 2013 DE prospects:
http://www.optimumscouting.com/rankings/static/de-rankings.html
Optimum Scouting ranks him 74 in a small school big board:
http://www.optimumscouting.com/draft/static/sleepers.html
Highlight Video - Xavier Proctor vs Hampton:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPnc1TXFJeg
#63 - Jimmy Saddler-McQueen:
Lions establish 8 man practice squad (9-1-13):
http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-establish-eight-man-practice-squad/364a5c40-750e-4f46-a923-7a0170fa01ba
Lions finalize roster; TE Fauria and WR Durham make the team; Saddler-McQueen cut:
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_finalize_53-man.html
The battle for the 4th DT seems to be between Fluellen and Saddler-McQueen (8-13-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_11.html
McQueen had a sack in the Jets game (8-11-13):
https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2013/08/11/refo-lions-jets-preseason-week-1/
Saddler-McQueen showed good burst and got plenty of praise from coaches Washburn and Kocurek (8-4-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/08/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_6.html
Saddler-McQueen executed an outstanding swim move on Warford, who looked like he was wearing cement shoes (7-30-13):
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2013/07/detroit_lions_training_camp_ob_2.html
Lions promote Saddler-McQueen to active roster (12-29-12):
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/nfl-rapidreports/21469270/report-lions-promote-dt-jimmy-saddlermcqueen-to-active-roster
Lions sign Jimmy to practice squad (10-4-12):
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/nfl-rapidreports/21469270/report-lions-promote-dt-jimmy-saddlermcqueen-to-active-roster
Jimmy Saddler-McQueen interview from TB (3-20-12):
http://www.tampabaystorm.com/news/detail/dl-jimmy-saddler-mcqueen-in-the-eye-of-the-storm
Draftscout Draft Profile from 2010 (he's ranked 50 for DTs and 709 overall):
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=102932&draftyear=2010&genpos=DT
