Morning Lions Links for Tuesday 4-8-14

Lions Articles:

Lions sign veteran cornerback: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-sign-veteran-cornerback/2bdfbc04-08ba-45cf-823f-991c4b252aa7

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: A 10-year history of who's been available at No. 10: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARAS-MONDAY-COUNTDOWN-A-10-year-history-of-whos-been-available-at-No-10-/81eb1c1f-3142-47c8-9a5e-fdeda0df2237

Most Lions gather for off-season workouts today, but still no Suh: http://www.freep.com/article/20140407/SPORTS01/304070118/detroit-lions-offseason-workouts

Dan Orlovsky gets second chance as Lions' No. 2 QB: http://www.freep.com/article/20140407/SPORTS01/304070143/Dan-Orlovsky-gets-second-chance-Lions-No-2-QB

Jim Caldwell, new culture made Dan Orlovsky pursue return to Lions: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140407/SPORTS0101/304070108/Jim-Caldwell-new-culture-made-Dan-Orlovsky-pursue-return-Lions

Detroit Lions sign veteran CB Cassius Vaughn to a 1-year deal: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_sign_veteran_cb.html

Nick Fairley attends first day of Detroit Lions' voluntary workouts; Ndamukong Suh a no-show: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/nick_fairley_attends_first_day.html

Darius Slay among players with a lot on the line as Detroit Lions begin voluntary workouts today: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_to_begin_volunta.html

Detroit Lions - Eyes on Nick Fairley as offseason workouts begin: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140407/eyes-on-detroit-lions-nick-fairley-as-offseason-program-opens

Orlovsky excited about return to Lions: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7045/orlovsky-excited-about-new-chance-with-lions

Breaking down Dan Orlovsky's contract: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7039/breaking-down-dan-orlovskys-contract

Martin Mayhew and the first round: 2009: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/6949/martin-mayhew-and-the-first-round-2009

Team Blitzing (Lions ranked 31 in blitzing): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2014/04/07/team-blitzing/

Federovitch: NFC North was the Black & Blue Division, now it is just blue: http://www.nj.com/times-sports/index.ssf/2014/04/federovitch_nfc_north_was_the.html

Teryl Austin: Breaking Down What to Expect in Detroit: http://www.detroitlionsdraft.com/2014/04/2876/

2014 Pro Days:

Terrance West's pro day gives Towson its biggest NFL exposure yet: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/jason-la-canfora/24518294/wests-pro-day-gives-towson-its-biggest-nfl-exposure-yet

2014 Draft:

Lions take Pitt DT Aaron Donald in Pro Football Talk's updated mock draft: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140407/SPORTS0101/304070088/0/sports0101/Lions-take-Pitt-DT-Aaron-Donald-Pro-Football-Talk-s-updated-mock-draft

Detroit Lions reportedly working out LSU QB Zach Mettenberger in Baton Rouge: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_reportedly_worki.html

Report: Indiana WR Cody Latimer set to visit Detroit Lions this week: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/report_rising_wr_prospect_cody.html

Brandt: Mettenberger has much to prove at pro day: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339638/article/zach-mettenberger-could-be-secondround-pick-if-healthy

Zach Mettenberger meeting with five NFL teams this week: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339771/article/zach-mettenberger-meeting-with-five-nfl-teams-this-week

Indiana WR Latimer climbing into discussion as potential first-rounder: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339778/article/indiana-wr-cody-latimer-rising-fast-on-nfl-draft-boards

NFL Prospect Focus: Donte Moncrief and Cody Latimer: http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/NFL-Prospect-Focus-Donte-Moncrief-and-Cody-Latimer.html

Indiana WR Cody Latimer has been working with Brandon Marshall during the draft process: http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/playerbreakingnews.asp?sport=CFB&id=132257&line=30982&spln=1

Mayock: Manziel, Evans and Matthews will be gone by picks 10-12: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339751/article/mayock-manziel-evans-matthews-wont-last-beyond-picks-1012

Top OL prospect Brandon Thomas reportedly tears ACL: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339813/article/exclemson-ol-brandon-thomas-suffers-torn-acl

SI 64: Nos. 54-50 on our Big Board (Mason, Hyde, Seferian-Jenkins, Roby and Fuller): http://nfl.si.com/2014/04/07/si-64-nos-54-50-carlos-hyde-kyle-fuller-bradley-roby/

Prospect Profile: Notre Dame D Line: http://www.sportsonearth.com/article/71316676/notre-dame-defensive-linemen-louis-nix-and-stephon-tuitt-nfl-draft-chances

Video - Is taking a WR in first round a risk?: http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-draft/0ap2000000339885/Is-taking-a-WR-in-first-round-a-risk

Video:

Calvin Johnson will make Golden Tate better: http://www.nfl.com/videos/detroit-lions/0ap2000000339715/Calvin-Johnson-will-make-Golden-Tate-better

Morning Lions Links for Monday 4-7-14

Lions Articles:

Mayhew, coaches will learn a lot in these first two weeks of training: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Mayhew-coaches-will-learn-a-lot-in-these-first-two-weeks-of-training/1a4423e4-be63-4090-86fa-e3c84920cdbd

Mystery removed from Quin's role: He's Lions' free safety: http://www.freep.com/article/20140407/SPORTS01/304070021/detroit-lions-glover-quin

Detroit Lions acquire Super Bowl experience, which they hope helps yield a title of their own: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/jim_caldwell_hopes_to_change_d.html

2014 Draft:

NFL evaluators pick apart Michigan OT Lewan's game: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339676/article/report-scout-questions-michigan-ot-taylor-lewans-toughness

Plenty of defensive line, linebacker talent outside first round (one of the players discussed is Attaochu): http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/pat-kirwan/24516640/plenty-of-defensive-line-linebacker-talent-outside-first-round

Miscellaneous:

Browns sign Burleson: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/ex-detroit_lions_receiver_nate.html

Morning Lions Links for Sunday 4-6-13

Lions Articles:

Caldwell impressed by Curtis Modkins, expects big things from ground game: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Caldwell-impressed-by-Curtis-Modkins-expects-big-things-from-ground-game/97cdf9ff-0976-4d07-b75c-be8e9eb9e946

WEEK IN REVIEW: Lions host three NFL Draft prospects: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/WEEK-IN-REVIEW-Lions-host-three-NFL-Draft-prospects/cf1c5a32-442e-4c84-90ea-49a273e32366

Lions can finally say hello to new coach beginning Monday: http://www.freep.com/article/20140406/SPORTS01/304060066/detroit-lions-offseason-workouts-jim-caldwell

Dominic Raiola wants to end this 'one-year deal' better in 2014: http://www.freep.com/article/20140406/SPORTS01/304060078/detroit-lions-dominic-raiola

Lions take a proactive risk with defensive tackle Nick Fairley: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140405/SPORTS0101/304050046/

Lions Mailbag: Draft questions: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/7009/lions-mailbag-some-draft-questions

Notes: Contract details out for Orlovsky, Shugarts: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/4/5/5582690/lions-notes-contract-details-dan-orlovsky-j-b-shugarts

2014 Pro Days:

Pro days notebook: http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Pro-days-notebook-2697.html

2014 Draft:

Number of QBs drafted in top 10 key factor to Detroit Lions' first-round options: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/number_of_qbs_selected_in_top.html

Brandon Dixon Scouting Profile: http://www.detroitlionsdraft.com/2014/04/brandon-dixon-scouting-profile/

Underrated Cornerbacks (Sleepers/Gems): http://blogs.ourlads.com/2014/04/05/underrated-cornerbacks-sleepersgems/

Mayock's new top five: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000338425/article/mike-mayocks-updated-position-rankings-for-2014-nfl-draft

Morning Lions Links for Saturday 4-5-14

Lions Articles:

Lions also like Golden Tate's "toughness" as blocker: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-also-like-Golden-Tates-toughness-as-blocker/4f3d1478-141c-48b2-a33b-259e00b0a44e

Lions add tackle depth to roster: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-add-tackle-depth-to-roster/7f714d08-e11f-4ac8-9076-fdc8d70a6932

O'HARA'S BURNING QUESTIONS: What free agent moves in the NFC North affect the Lions?: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/ohara/article-1/OHARAS-BURNING-QUESTIONS-What-free-agent-moves-in-the-NFC-North-affect-the-Lions/30815f3f-9ac2-47e9-854c-711e0967de68

Lions eager to take advantage of two-week jump-start on offseason: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140404/SPORTS0101/304040080/Lions-eager-take-advantage-two-week-jump-start-offseason-training

Detroit Lions' Dan Orlovsky will count just $635000 against salary cap: http://www.freep.com/article/20140404/SPORTS01/304040119/detroit-lions-dan-orlovsky-salary

Detroit Lions save more than $1 million in cap space signing Dan Orlovsky: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_save_more_than_1.html

Expect change under new Detroit Lions coach Jim Caldwell, but not a revolution: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/expect_change_under_new_detroi.html

Detroit Lions - Five who need a good offseason, starting Monday: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/04/detroit-lions-five-who-need-good.html

Did The Lions Miss The Boat On Jackson And Johnson?: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/04/04/did-lions-miss-the-boat-on-jackson-and-johnson-blog/

Offseason Intrigue: Questions For Each Team Before Nfl Draft: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/jason-la-canfora/24513446/offseason-intrigue-questions-for-each-team-before-nfl-draft

Martin Mayhew and the first round: 2008: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/6931/martin-mayhew-and-the-first-round-2008

Lions notes: NFL schedule coming later this month: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/4/4/5576172/lions-notes-2014-nfl-schedule-release-date

Sig Stats: Slot Tight Ends (Pettigrew is in the top 7 with 0 drops): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2014/04/04/sig-stats-slot-tight-ends/

Shutdown Corner's NFL Free Agency Grades For Every Team (the Lions got a C+): http://sports.yahoo.com/photos/team-by-team-grades-for-nfl-free-agency-1396571767-slideshow/

Draft winners and losers (the Lions were picked as a winner in 2009 along with the Packers): http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Draft-winners-and-losers.html

2014 Draft:

Kiper: Lions' 'Grade A' draft would include Gilbert, Van Noy: http://www.freep.com/article/20140404/SPORTS01/304040027/matthew-stafford-detroit-lions

Detroit Lions 2014 NFL draft prospect: BYU linebacker Kyle Van Noy: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_2014_nfl_draft_p_9.html

2014 NFL Draft: Mike Evans' stock rises with Williams trade: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/nfl-draft-scout/24513532/nfl-draft-mike-evans-stock-rises-with-williams-trade

Russ Lande's draft surprises (he said many teams have CB Fuller as the top CB on their draft board): http://www.sportsonearth.com/article/70873538/nfl-draft-rumors-kyle-fuller-marquis-lee-kony-ealy-kyle-van-noy

SI 64, Nos. 59-55:  Bashaud Breeland, AJ McCarron, Jarvis Landry, Will Sutton and Jackson Jeffcoat: http://nfl.si.com/2014/04/04/2014-nfl-draft-top-64-aj-mccarron/

2014 Pro Days:

Week 5 Pro Day Takeaways: Clowney sails, Henderson bails: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/blog/rob-rang/24513544/week-5-pro-day-takeaways-clowney-sails-henderson-bails

TCU cornerback has his sights set on being the defensive rookie of the year: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339450/article/tcus-jason-verrett-my-goal-is-to-be-the-rookie-of-the-year

Randell Johnson of FAU worked out by Miami Dolphins coach: http://blogs.nfl.com/2014/04/04/randell-johnson-of-fau-worked-out-by-miami-dolphins-coach/

ICYMI: Top 10 draft takeaways of the week: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339411/article/icymi-what-we-learned-about-draft-prospects-this-week

Five prospects who will shape draft-day trade market: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339514/article/five-prospects-worth-trading-up-for-in-2014-nfl-draft

Video - First Draft: Chris Davis: http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-network-path-to-the-draft/0ap2000000339484/First-Draft-Chris-Davis

Video - First Draft: Lamarcus Joyner: http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-first-draft/0ap2000000339482/First-Draft-Lamarcus-Joyner

Video - First Draft: Odell Beckham Jr.: http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-first-draft/0ap2000000339488/First-Draft-Odell-Beckham-Jr

Video:

Golden Tate blocking highlights: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/Golden-Tate-blocking-highlights/487a2b86-7e8c-4a3c-b32f-abd7d7bb95f2

Morning Lions Links for Friday 4-4-13

Lions Articles:

Lions offseason workout schedule set: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-offseason-workout-schedule-set/81921b09-0432-444f-9a78-3e81ede75008

TIM AND MIKE: DeSean Jackson, smokescreens and remaining needs: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/article-1/TIM-AND-MIKE-DeSean-Jackson-smokescreens-and-remaining-needs/f01192ab-7647-43ce-923b-baa4641c3434

Lions QB Stafford's mechanics just need to be tweaked, experts say: http://www.freep.com/article/20140404/SPORTS01/304040027/matthew-stafford-detroit-lions

Caldwell knows how much Lions need leadership in locker room: http://www.freep.com/article/20140403/SPORTS01/304030073/detroit-lions-jim-caldwell-leadership

Ticker: Why Orlovsky, of all QBs, an ESPN writer wants to know: http://www.freep.com/article/20140404/SPORTS01/304040035/Ticker-Why-Orlovsky-all-QBs-an-ESPN-writer-wants-know

Detroit Lions sign offensive tackle JB Shugarts: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_sign_offensive_t.html

Detroit Lions announce dates for minicamps, OTAs; Jim Caldwell eager to implement system: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_announce_dates_f.html

Jim Caldwell: To determine what Joseph Fauria can be, Detroit Lions must understand what he's not: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/jim_caldwell_to_determine_what.html

Where do Calvin Johnson/Golden Tate rank among the NFL's best receiving duos?: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/where_do_calvin_johnsongolden.html

OT J.B. Shugarts announces deal with Detroit Lions: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/04/jb-shugarts-announces-deal-with-detroit.html

The Lions Have Had An Underwhelming Off-Season So Far: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/04/03/the-lions-have-had-an-underwhelming-off-season-so-far-blog/

Martin Mayhew and the first round: 2007: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/6928/martin-mayhew-and-the-first-round-2007

Lions notes: Jadeveon Clowney, Ziggy Ansah, more: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/4/3/5576074/lions-notes-jadeveon-clowney-ziggy-ansah-more

Offseason workout program dates announced for all 32 teams: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339264/article/nfl-offseason-workout-program-dates-announced

Unblocked Pressure: Defense (Lions ranked 27th in total unblocked pressures): https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2014/04/03/unblocked-pressure-defense/

2014 Draft:

Lions host interesting WR prospect Martavis Bryant: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-host-interesting-WR-prospect-Martavis-Bryant/f288a7a9-ff87-4fb0-ab6f-8fb4e0f3c53b

In photos: Possible Lions draft picks 4.0: http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/gallery?Avis=C4&Dato=20140403&Kategori=SPORTS01&Lopenr=304030086&Ref=PH

Detroit Lions bring in other Clemson WR, Martavis Bryant, for pre-draft visit: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_bring_in_other_c.html

Detroit Lions 2014 NFL draft prospect: Furman guard Dakota Dozier: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_2014_nfl_draft_p_8.html

WR Brandin Cooks says he can 'do it better' than DeSean Jackson: http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/laces-out/brandin-cooks-says-he-can-do-it-better-than-desean-jackson-040314

WR Watkins is high on his pro potential: 'I have some freakish talents': http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339177/article/sammy-watkins-i-have-some-freakish-talents

Second-round interior lineman who can start right away? Jeremiah names four (one of them is Richburg): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339199/article/weston-richburg-brandon-thomas-could-start-as-rookies

Davis: Manziel leads list of polarizing prospects (Logan is one of those players): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339242/article/love-or-hate-johnny-manziel-among-nfl-drafts-biggest-enigmas

Jets source on Florida State WR Kelvin Benjamin: 'You can't teach 6-5': http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339167/article/new-york-jets-showing-interest-in-fsu-wr-kelvin-benjamin

Seferian-Jenkins predicts when he'll be healthy following foot surgery: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339156/article/austin-seferianjenkins-says-he-has-eight-team-visits-lined-up

Browns coach Pettine likens OLB Mack to former No. 1 overall draft pick: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339306/article/browns-head-coach-likens-khalil-mack-to-bills-mario-williams

NFL prospect focus: Phillip Gaines and Walt Aikens: http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/NFL-prospect-focus-Phillip-Gaines-Walt-Aikens.html

Receivers brag and talk trash; the 2014 Draft prospects are no exception: http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2014-04-03/2014-nfl-draft-best-receivers-sammy-watkins-mike-evans-benjamin-cooks-lee-beckham-bragging

Position rankings for strong OT class: http://nfl.si.com/2014/04/03/2014-nfl-draft-position-rankings-tackles/

Si 64: Nos. 64-60: Jimmie Ward, Jared Abbrederis, Weston Richburg, Jimmy Garoppolo and Bishop Sankey: http://nfl.si.com/2014/04/03/2014-nfl-draft-top-64-jimmy-garoppolo/

Underrated Wide Receivers (Sleepers/Gems): http://blogs.ourlads.com/2014/04/01/underrated-wide-receivers-sleepersgems/

Video - Scout vs. Scout: Kelvin Benjamin or Mike Evans?: http://www.nfl.com/videos/scout-vs-scout/0ap2000000339243/Scout-vs-Scout-Kelvin-Benjamin-or-Mike-Evans

Video - Players that could jump into the Top 10: http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-draft/0ap2000000339259/Players-that-could-jump-into-the-Top-10

2014 Pro Days:

Former Utah State Football Players Perform Well at Pro Day; Lions attended it: http://www.utahstateaggies.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/040114aaa.html

2014 Pro Days: Offensive linemen draw a crowd at Tennessee: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/blog/rob-rang/24512658/pro-days-offensive-linemen-draw-a-crowd-at-tennessee

2014 Pro Days: Miami OT Seantrel Henderson leaves Pro Day early: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/nfl-draft-scout/24512717/pro-days-miami-ot-seantrel-henderson-leaves-pro-day-early

University of Miami OT Seantrel Henderson unable to finish pro day: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/24512448/university-of-miami-ot-seantrel-henderson-unable-to-finish-pro-day

Henderson falls, Linder’s draft stock rises at Miami’s pro day: http://blogs.nfl.com/2014/04/03/henderson-falls-linders-draft-stock-rises-at-miamis-pro-day/

OT prospect Henderson's pro day as confounding as his Miami career: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339272/article/agent-miamis-henderson-felt-dehydrated-cut-workout-short

Pierre Warren of Jacksonville State attracts 15 NFL teams: http://blogs.nfl.com/2014/04/03/pierre-warren-of-jacksonville-state-attracts-15-nfl-teams/

Kedrick Rhodes impresses at West Alabama’s pro day: http://blogs.nfl.com/2014/04/03/kedrick-rhodes-impresses-at-west-alabamas-pro-day/

Kerry Wynn's Pro Day: http://blogs.nfl.com/2014/04/03/kerry-wynn-of-richmond-has-visit-with-miami-dolphins/

Miscellaneous:

Former Lion Nate Burleson to visit Dolphins, Browns: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339158/article/former-lion-nate-burleson-to-visit-dolphins-browns

Video:

TIM AND MIKE: What's next for the Lions?: http://www.detroitlions.com/media-center/videos/TIM-AND-MIKE-Whats-next-for-the-Lions/6baada24-de36-4e3a-9d8a-367ba769c42f

PFT one-on-one: Jim Caldwell: http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/04/03/pft-one-on-one-jim-caldwell/

Morning Lions Links for Thursday 4-3-14

Lions Articles:

TWENTYMAN: Lions find their backup quarterback in Dan Orlovsky: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/TWENTYMAN-Lions-find-their-backup-quarterback-in-Dan-Orlovsky/d8afcb08-a40d-4fca-bcad-2788faf5f51f

Draft being pushed back two weeks gives teams more time to evaluate: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Draft-being-pushed-back-two-weeks-gives-teams-more-time-to-evaluate/c3417af7-b15a-48ad-b4af-b8d9b413b37d

Lions may have to restructure some contracts to complete roster: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140402/SPORTS0101/304020078/0/sports0101/Lions-may-restructure-some-contracts-complete-roster

Detroit Lions sign Dan Orlovsky -- yes, that Dan Orlovsky -- as backup QB: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_sign_dan_orlovsk.html

Detroit Lions GM Martin Mayhew shoulders blame for failed Mike Thomas trade: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_gm_martin_mayhew_39.html

Detroit Lions have opening at tackle after Jason Fox signs with Dolphins: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_have_opening_at.html

Why the Lions signing QB Dan Orlovsky equals subtraction by addition: http://patcaputo.blogspot.com/2014/04/the-detroit-lions-have-signed-dan.html

Detroit Lions bring back quarterback Dan Orlovsky: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140402/detroit-lions-bring-back-quarterback-dan-orlovsky

Detroit Lions short a tackle after Jason Fox signs with Miami: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/04/detroit-lions-short-tackle-after-jason.html

Orlovsky returns to Lions as backup quarterback: http://msn.foxsports.com/detroit/story/orlovsky-returns-to-lions-as-backup-quarterback-040214

Jeff Riger: Lions Signing Orlovsky For Back-Up QB Is Disappointing: http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/04/02/jeff-riger-lions-signing-orlovsky-for-back-up-qb-is-disappointing/

Lions tempting fate with Orlovsky signing: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/6963/lions-tempting-fate-with-orlovsky-signing

Martin Mayhew and the first round: 2006: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/6917/martin-mayhew-and-the-first-round-2006

Examiner's take on Orlovsky signing: http://www.examiner.com/article/detroit-lions-bring-back-dan-orlovsky

Lions notes: Jim Caldwell, Mike Evans, more: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/4/2/5568236/lions-notes-jim-caldwell-mike-evans-more

Nfl's Best Wide Receiver Duos (he has CJ and Tate ranked 3rd): http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339025/article/nfls-best-wide-receiver-duos

Top 10 NFL receiving duos (CJ and Tate ranked 5th): http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/top-10-nfl-receiving-duos--signing-of-desean-jackson-s-puts-washington-on-the-list-153307992.html

2014 Pro Days:

Clowney's pro day workout goes as expected: It's mighty impressive: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000338935/article/jadeveon-clowney-wows-with-phenomenal-pro-day-workout

Brett Smith, Robert Herron of Wyoming to work out for Panthers: http://blogs.nfl.com/2014/04/02/brett-smith-robert-herron-of-wyoming-to-work-out-for-panthers/

Wenning is best QB prospect in draft we haven’t heard about: http://blogs.nfl.com/2014/04/02/wenning-is-best-qb-prospect-in-draft-we-havent-heard-anything-about/

Increase in NFL attendance shows improvement at North Texas: http://blogs.nfl.com/2014/04/02/increase-in-nfl-attendance-shows-improvement-at-north-texas/

Little-known Gregory Ducre impresses at Washington’s pro day: http://blogs.nfl.com/2014/04/02/little-known-gregory-ducre-impresses-at-washingtons-pro-day/

Running back, linemen among standouts at Tennessee's pro day: http://blogs.nfl.com/2014/04/02/jawuan-james-rajion-neal-stand-out-at-tennessees-pro-day/

Jadeveon Clowney draws large NFL audience to pro day: http://blogs.nfl.com/2014/04/02/jadeveon-clowney-draws-large-crowd-to-south-carolinas-pro-day/

Pro day roundup: Clowney lives up to hype, Richardson helps draft stock: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339075/article/2014-nfl-draft-what-we-learned-from-wednesdays-pro-days

2014 Pro Days: QB Keith Price is right at Washington workout: http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/nfl-draft-scout/24511502/pro-days-qb-keith-price-is-right-at-washington-workout

Jadeveon Clowney shines at South Carolina Pro Day: http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2014/04/jadeveon_clowney_shines_at_sou.html

Jadeveon Clowney’s pro day cements his spot near the top of the 2014 NFL draft: http://nfl.si.com/2014/04/02/jadeveon-clowney-pro-day-2014-nfl-draft/

Jadeveon Clowney turns in another impressive workout at South Carolina pro day: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/jadeveon-clowney-turns-in-another-impressive-workout-at-south-carolina-pro-day-172534009.html

Clowney's pro day: http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2014-04-02/jadeveon-clowney-pro-day-performance-texans-impressed-bill-obrien-work-ethic-questions-answered

2014 Draft:

Mock Draft Round Up: http://captainbluelionslinks.blogspot.com/2014/03/mock-draft-round-up-17.html

Lions host safety Deone Bucannon, who doesn't believe in stereotypes: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Lions-host-safety-Deone-Bucannon-who-doesnt-believe-in-stereotypes/2197dbaa-a24a-45cc-8966-2d896ea5c11a

NFL draft: Sammy Watkins has thought a lot about playing with Megatron: http://www.freep.com/article/20140403/SPORTS01/304030039/detroit-lions-sammy-watkins

How QBs will affect Lions' pick at No. 10 overall: http://www.freep.com/article/20140402/SPORTS01/304020073/detroit-lions-nfl-draft

Detroit Lions 2014 NFL draft prospect: Oregon State wide receiver Brandin Cooks: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_2014_nfl_draft_p_7.html

Detroit Lions host Washington State safety Deone Bucannon for pre-draft visit: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_host_washington.html

Sammy Watkins likes idea of pairing with Lions' Calvin Johnson: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000338892/article/sammy-watkins-likes-idea-of-pairing-with-lions-calvin-johnson

Mayock: Clowney has more ability than anyone that's ever played DE: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339111/article/mayock-jadeveon-clowney-reminds-me-of-bruce-smith

Brooks: Clowney's pro day cements him as top prospect in 2014 draft: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339051/article/brooks-clowneys-pro-day-cements-him-as-top-prospect-in-draft

Bears WR Jeffery makes bold prediction about DE Clowney's pro career: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339007/article/alshon-jeffery-jadeveon-clowney-will-be-in-hall-of-fame

In the Green Room with Ohio State RB Carlos Hyde: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000339019/article/in-the-green-room-with-ohio-state-rb-carlos-hyde

NFL draft: Q and A with Indiana WR Cody Latimer: http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/nfl-draft--q-a-with-indiana-wr-cody-latimer-202644222.html

2014 NFL draft position rankings: UCLA’s Xavier Su’a-Filo the name to know at guard: http://nfl.si.com/2014/04/02/2014-nfl-draft-position-rankings-guards/

CB Fuller follows brothers' footsteps: http://www.panthers.com/news/article-2/CB-Fuller-follows-brothers-footsteps/99992f1d-576d-42b1-884d-00a2ffc03815

Five Skill Position Prospects To Know (Fiedorowicz is a vastly underrated athlete who possesses the skill set to be a complete tight end.): http://www.sportsonearth.com/article/70699358/cj-fiedorowicz-isaiah-crowell-jerick-mckinnon-jeremy-gallon-erik-lora-nfl-draft-skill-position-prospects

Final Cornerback Big Board: http://www.detroitlionsdraft.com/2014/04/final-cornerback-big-board/

Video - Dennard: I'm more physical than Gilbert: http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-player-interviews/0ap2000000339108/Dennard-I-m-more-physical-than-Gilbert

Video:

NFL Nation Buzz: Detroit Lions: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/6884/nfl-nation-buzz-detroit-lions-21

Morning Lions Links for Wednesday 4-2-14

Lions Articles:

Broyles and others offered clean slate in 2014: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/Ryan-Broyles-and-others-offered-clean-slate-in-2014/998c0a0f-2fd9-4ddb-8834-61280f3ff995

Lions Gab: A closer look at 2013 defensive numbers shows Lions were much better than you thought: http://www.freep.com/article/20140402/SPORTS01/304020044/detroit-lions-gab

Lions' Lewand is in favor of expanding NFL playoffs: http://www.freep.com/article/20140401/SPORTS01/304010066/detroit-lions-nfl-playoffs-expansion

Lions still focused on improving at cornerback: http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20140401/SPORTS0101/304010077/0/SPORTS0101/Lions-still-focused-improving-cornerback

Detroit Lions want a 'flamethrower' at pass-rushing outside linebacker: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_want_a_flamethro.html

Detroit Lions fans willing to part with third-round pick, no more, in trade to draft Watkins: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_fans_willing_to.html

PFF: Detroit Lions' Ezekiel Ansah was top rookie against the run, but struggled against pass: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/pff_detroit_lions_ezekiel_ansa.html

Detroit Lions notes - Don’t forget about Ryan Broyles: http://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/20140401/detroit-lions-notes-dont-forget-about-ryan-broyles

NFC North - Lions, Bears and Packers missing veteran QBs: http://oplions.blogspot.com/2014/04/nfc-north-lions-bears-and-packers.html

Lions notes: James Ihedigbo, Glover Quin, more: http://www.prideofdetroit.com/2014/4/1/5568098/lions-notes-james-ihedigbo-glover-quin

Martin Mayhew and the first round: 2005: http://espn.go.com/blog/detroit-lions/post/_/id/6899/martin-mayhew-and-the-first-round-2005

Rookies In Focus: Ezekiel Ansah: https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2014/04/01/rookies-in-focus-ezekiel-ansah/

NFL Draft Needs: Lions: http://www.rotoworld.com/articles/nfl/46721/71/nfl-draft-needs-lions

2014 Pro Days:

Indianapolis Colts’ Chuck Pagano present at USC’s pro day: http://blogs.nfl.com/2014/04/01/indianapolis-colts-chuck-pagano-present-at-uscs-pro-day/

Mike Pennel of CSU-Pueblo worked out by 49ers scout: http://blogs.nfl.com/2014/04/01/mike-pennel-of-csu-pueblo-worked-out-by-49ers-scout/

2014 Draft:

TWENTYMAN: Lions host former Michigan OT Taylor Lewan: http://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-insider/article-1/TWENTYMAN-Lions-host-former-Michigan-OT-Taylor-Lewan/4cf3421b-532f-45b0-bec5-43a7f43070db

Detroit Lions host Michigan's Taylor Lewan for visit, would need explanation for legal troubles to draft him: http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_host_michigan_al.html

Detroit Lions 2014 NFL draft prospect: Lindenwood cornerback Pierre Desir: http://mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2014/04/detroit_lions_2014_nfl_draft_p_6.html

Scout's Take Blog: Evans could be next great big WR: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000329921/article/scouts-take-blog-draft-observations-by-an-exnfl-player-scout

Jeremiah: Gilbert 'head and shoulders' over every other CB in 2014 draft: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000338818/article/jeremiah-justin-gilbert-head-and-shoulders-above-other-cbs

NFL draft position rankings: Centers: http://nfl.si.com/2014/04/01/2014-nfl-draft-position-rankings-centers/

NFL draft: Top 10 safeties: http://q.usatoday.com/2014/04/01/nfl-draft-top-10-safeties-ha-ha-clinton-dix-calvin-pryor-jimmie-ward/

Bradley Roby: Roby has highest back 7 risk factor in draft: http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/playerbreakingnews.asp?sport=CFB&id=131809&line=30843&spln=1

  Former UConn LB Smallwood generates plenty of interest despite setback: http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/former-uconn-lb-smallwood-generating-plenty-of-interest-despite-setback-040114

Boom or bust: http://www.sportsonearth.com/article/70603844/dominique-easley-nfl-career-injuries-acl-florida-gators