Morning Lions Links for Saturday 8-4-18

Camp Notes/Observations:

Lions training camp observations: Day 7:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/08/03/lions-training-camp-observations-day-7/

Articles:

Even this NFL official admits the catch rule was confusing:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/even_nfl_officials_admit_the_c.html

Lions' Roberts: 'This year could change my life':  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/03/detroit-lions-michael-roberts/899587002/

Lions looking for this skill in CB battle:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/03/detroit-lions-cornerback-battle-deshawn-shead-nevin-lawson-teez-tabor/898343002/

Lions learning new catch, helmet rules; A'Shawn Robinson sits:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/03/nfl-catch-rule/902382002/

Lions' Shead trying to punch his way into starting CB job:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/03/detroit-lions-deshawn-shead-trying-punch-his-way-into-starting-cb-job/901423002/

Lions among NFL teams using instant replay in training camp:  https://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/lions-among-nfl-teams-using-instant-replay-in-training-camp/article_0d2c0fa1-eda5-5267-b67d-77bbc12692db.html

Lions training camp: Five thoughts from veteran RB LeGarrette Blount:   https://lionslowdown.com/2018/08/01/lions-training-camp-five-thoughts-from-veteran-rb-legarrette-blount/

Five reasons the Detroit Lions offensive line will improve this season:   https://lionslowdown.com/2018/07/31/five-reasons-the-detroit-lions-offensive-line-will-improve-this-season/

Detroit Lions training camp: Marvin Jones back to work for first day of pads:   https://lionslowdown.com/2018/07/29/detroit-lions-training-camp-marvin-jones-back-to-work-for-first-day-of-pads/

Lions training camp: This could be big season for Kenny Golladay:   https://lionslowdown.com/2018/07/28/lions-training-camp-this-could-be-big-season-for-kenny-golladay/

Lions camp: Nick Bellore ‘super excited’ to make transition to fullback:   https://lionslowdown.com/2018/08/02/lions-camp-nick-bellore-super-excited-to-make-transition-to-fullback/

How the Lions defensive backs will operate in a multiple defense:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/08/03/how-the-lions-defensive-backs-will-operate-in-a-multiple-defense/

Lions getting no love for choosing depth over star talent:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/06/20/lions-getting-no-love-for-choosing-depth-over-star-talent/

Lions running back position showing serious depth:   https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Lions-running-back-position-showing-serious-depth-120357463/

Tyrell Crosby ready to be versatile for Lions line:   https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Tyrell-Crosby-ready-to-be-versatile-for-Lions-line-120355708/

Ranking All 70 Players Who Have Ever Caught a Touchdown Pass From Tom Brady (#25 Legarrette Blount:  Blount wasn’t used much as a receiver in New England but did manage to catch one.):   https://thebiglead.com/2018/08/03/tom-brady-touchdown-passes-ranking-every-player/3/

Video:

Training camp highlights: Day 7:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/training-camp-highlights-day-7

Camp Spotlight: Kenny Golladay:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/training-camp-spotlight-kenny-golladay

Watch: Lions Wire's Erik Schlitt recaps Lions' training camp: Day's 6 & 7:   https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/08/03/watch-lions-wires-erik-schlitt-recaps-lions-training-camp-days-6-7/

Afternoon Lions Links for Friday 8-3-18

Camp Notes/Observations:

TIM AND MIKE: Training camp Day 7 observations:   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/tim-and-mike-training-camp-day-7-observations

Detroit Lions camp observations: Most starting jobs appear locked up:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/03/detroit-lions-depth-chart-training-camp/898375002/

Lions training camp, Day 7: How the running back battle could shake out:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/lions_training_camp_day_7_how.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Lions camp observations: Matt Prater drills reporter:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/03/detroit-lions-camp-observations-matt-prater-drills-reporter/900666002/

Articles:

Lions sign free agent WR Dom Williams and waive-injured WR Deontez Alexander:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/lions-sign-free-agent-wr-dom-williams-and-waive-injured-wr-deontez-alexander

Officials give Lions presentation on helmet rule, other 2018 changes:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/officials-give-lions-presentation-on-helmet-rule-other-2018-changes

Camp Spotlight: Wide receiver Kenny Golladay:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-spotlight-wide-receiver-kenny-golladay

Ex-Lions TE Darren Fells sees some Matthew Stafford in Baker Mayfield:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/ex-lions_te_darren_fells_sees.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Cornelius Washington to join Lions practice -- along with a new receiver:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/cornelius_washington_to_join_l.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Fore! Lions kicker Matt Prater hits reporter with moonshot:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/fore_lions_kicker_matt_prater.html

Lions cornerback battle heating up:   https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/03/detroit-lions-cornerback-battle-deshawn-shead-nevin-lawson-teez-tabor/898343002/

Freddie Bishop cherishes return home, looks to stick with Lions:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/03/freddie-bishop-cherishes-return-home-looks-stick-detroit-lions/900436002/

A'Shawn Robinson, TJ Lang among Lions not practicing Friday:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/08/03/ashawn-robinson-t-j-lang-among-lions-not-practicing-friday/

Matthew Stafford the star attraction at Lions camp:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/08/03/matthew-stafford-the-star-attraction-at-lions-camp/

Nevin Lawson on Matt Patricia: 'feels like he cares a lot about us':  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/08/03/nevin-lawson-on-matt-patricia-feels-like-he-cares-a-lot-about-us/

Detroit Lions training camp: Two minute drill struggles:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/ContentGallery/Detroit-Lions-training-camp-Two-minute-drill-struggles-120353507/#120353507_1

Da'Shawn Hand's health a key for Lions defense:  https://247sports.com/college/alabama/Article/DaShawn-Hands-health-a-key-for-Lions-defense-120354598/

Video:

Lawson on offseason growth:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/lawson-on-offseason-growth

Washington on first day of practice:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/washington-on-first-day-of-practice

Freeny on bringing intensity to practice: https://www.detroitlions.com/video/freeny-on-bringing-intensity-to-practice

Rookies getting used to NFL speed:   https://www.detroitlions.com/video/rookies-getting-used-to-nfl-speed

Patricia on new rules:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/patricia-on-new-rules

Audio:

Inside the Lions podcast: How TE will be a different position in 2018:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/inside_the_lions_podcast_how_t.html

Morning Lions Links for Friday 8-3-18

Camp Notes/Observations:

Lions training camp observations: Day 6:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/08/02/lions-training-camp-observations-day-6/

Articles:

O'HARA: Martin not taking training camp for granted:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/o-hara-martin-not-taking-training-camp-for-granted

Lions' Billingsley studies Edelman, could fill 5th WR spot this year:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/02/jace-billingsley-detroit-lions-fifth-receiver-julian-edelman/894398002/

Lions RB LeGarrette Blount is still a load to bring down:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/lions_rb_legarrette_blount_is.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Ex-LB Nick Bellore could play major role in Lions' new-look running game:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/get_ready_to_see_a_whole_lot_o.html

Lions have choices if they keep five receivers:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/02/detroit-lions-have-choices-if-they-plan-keep-five-receivers/892771002/

Rookie Tyrell Crosby works to give Lions options on offensive line:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/02/tyrell-crosby-works-give-detroit-lions-options-offensive-line/892455002/

Pat Caputo - Lions' offensive line could be weakness turned to strength:  https://www.theoaklandpress.com/sports/pat-caputo---lions-offensive-line-could-be-weakness/article_ac079080-9679-11e8-a1d1-dbb065960c72.html

Matt Patricia could help Lions offense get over the top:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Matt-Patricia-could-help-get-Lions-offense-over-the-top-120328691/

Video:

Training camp highlights: Day 6:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/training-camp-highlights-day-6

Camp Spotlight: LeGarrette Blount:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/camp-spotlight-legarrette-blount

Afternoon Lions Links for Thursday 8-2-18

Training Camp Notes/Observations:

TIM AND MIKE: Training camp Day 6 observations:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/tim-and-mike-training-camp-day-6-observations

Detroit Lions camp observations: Kerryon Johnson the complete RB:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/02/detroit-lions-training-camp-kerryon-johnson/890267002/

Lions camp observations: Running backs hold own in pass protection:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/02/detroit-lions-observations-kerryon-johnson-holds-own-pass-protection/890498002/

Lions training camp observations, Day 6: Kerryon Johnson impresses with his hands:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/lions_training_camp_observatio_4.html

Articles:

Lang, offensive line focused on improving:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/lang-offensive-line-focused-on-improving

Camp Spotlight: Running back LeGarrette Blount:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-spotlight-running-back-legarrette-blount

Devon Kennard is finally practicing with the Lions, but now the work begins:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/devon_kennard_is_finally_pract.html

Detroit Lions great Chris Spielman likes new-look LBs:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/02/detroit-lions-chris-spielman-linebackers/892477002/

Detroit Lions' Devon Kennard a perfect fit at linebacker:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/02/detroit-lions-devon-kennard/883949002/

Lions' Nick Bellore goes from linebacker to fullback:  https://www.detroitnews.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/02/lions-nick-bellore-goes-linebacker-fullback/890917002/

Lions WR Golladay's consistency likely to be key during 2018 NFL season:  https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-lions-wr-golladays-consistency-to-be-key-in-2018

Matthew Stafford through his 10 Lions years:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/gallery/matthew-stafford-through-10-lions-years/

Kerryon Johnson earning rave reviews in Lions camp:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/08/02/kerryon-johnson-lions-camp/

Kenny Golladay picked as young NFL breakout player:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Kenny-Golladay-picked-as-young-NFL-breakout-player-120304470/

Video:

Bellore on adjusting to playing fullback:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/bellore-on-adjusting-to-playing-fullback

Toilolo on importance of being well rounded:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/toilolo-on-importance-of-being-well-rounded

Crosby on versatility of offensive line:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/crosby-on-versatility-of-offensive-line

Williams on camaraderie between defensive line:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/williams-on-camaraderie-between-defensive-line

Patricia on player growth:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/patricia-on-player-growth

Offensive line building chemistry:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/offensive-line-building-chemistry

Training camp 1 on 1: ESPN's Beth Mowins:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/training-camp-1-on-1-espn-s-beth-mowins

Training camp 1 on 1: Chris Spielman:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/training-camp-1-on-1-chris-spielman

Audio:

Inside the Lions podcast: What will the offense look like with a fullback?: https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/inside_the_lions_podcast_what_3.html

Morning Lions Links for Thursday 8-2-18

Camp Notes/Observations:

What we saw at Day 5 of Detroit Lions training camp:  https://www.mlive.com/expo/sports/erry-2018/08/0ee1c918354625/what-we-saw-at-day-5-of-detroi.html

Lions camp observations: Good day for the defense:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/01/detroit-lions-camp-observations-good-day-defense/882277002/

Lions camp: Patricia brings energy:  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/2018-nfl-training-camps-matt-patricia-a-breath-of-fresh-air-for-the-lions/

Articles:

O'HARA: Golladay's learning curve continues:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/o-hara-golladay-s-learning-curve-continues

Kennard takes part in first Lions training camp practice:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/kennard-takes-part-in-first-lions-training-camp-practice

Camp Spotlight: Linebacker Jarrad Davis:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/camp-spotlight-linebacker-jarrad-davis

Lions O-Line looks to tap into potential after taking lumps last season:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/detroit_lions_offensive_line_t_1.html

Lions notes: Rookies Ragnow, Crosby impressing:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/02/detroit-lions-rookies-frank-ragnow-tyrell-crosby/884864002/

Bulked up Reeves-Maybin looks to make 'big jump':  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/01/bulked-up-jalen-reeves-maybin-looks-make-big-jump-year-2-detroit-lions/883281002/

Kerryon Johnson can help boost Lions passing game:  https://247sports.com/nfl/detroit-lions/Article/Kerryon-Johnson-can-help-boost-Lions-passing-game-12030164 high-

Will Patricia Make A Difference Defensively For The Lions?:  https://971theticket.radio.com/articles/will-patricia-make-difference-defensively-lions-opinion

2018 NFL season: One unpopular opinion for each NFC team (DETROIT LIONS: Will be competitive in Matt Patricia's debut season.  My editor, Dan Parr, wants me to say the Lions are going to the playoffs. Not because he wears Honolulu Blue, but to spice things up. Sorry, Dan: I'm sticking with "they'll be competitive" as my final answer. We can't have four teams making the playoffs from the North. People act like Bill Belichick's coaching tree is as barren as his tie drawer. But Eric Mangini, Romeo Crennel, Josh McDaniels and Bill O'Brien all had some level of success in Year 1 in the big chair. They went a combined 33-31 in their debut seasons as a head coach, and three of the four improved their team's record from the previous season. So don't sleep on Patricia this fall. Now, is it particularly bold to say the Lions will be competitive? Well, not if you actually look at the franchise's recent history: Detroit has posted winning records in three of the past four seasons. But it still seems like most people generally think of this organization in a certain way. (And it ain't good.):   http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000943717/article/2018-nfl-season-one-unpopular-opinion-for-each-nfc-team

Video:

Training camp highlights: Day 5:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/training-camp-highlights-day-5

Lions training camp: Top pass-rushing threat?:  https://www.freep.com/videos/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/01/detroit-lions-training-camp-whos-teams-biggest-pass-rushing-threat/882879002/

How do Patricia's practices compare to Belichick's? Blount explains:  http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-training-camps/0ap3000000944024/How-do-Patricia-s-practices-compare-to-Belichick-s-Blount-explains&icampaign=%22search-video-detroit+lions%22

Watch: Lions Wire's Erik Schlitt recaps Lions' training camp: Day 5:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/08/01/watch-lions-wires-erik-schlitt-recaps-lions-training-camp-day-5/

Afternoon Lions Links for Wednesday 8-1-18

Camp Notes/Observations:

TIM AND MIKE: Training camp Day 5 observations:  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/tim-and-mike-training-camp-day-5-observations

Detroit Lions camp observations: Stafford's arm still stands out:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/01/detroit-lions-matthew-stafford-arm/879886002/

Lions training camp observations, Day 5: Darius Slay shakes off injury scare:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/lions_training_camp_observatio_3.html

Lions training camp observations: Day 5:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/08/01/lions-training-camp-observations-day-5/

Articles:

Detroit Lions want to compete for Super Bowls? O-line better prove it:  https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/01/detroit-lions-offensive-line/875989002/

Detroit Lions star CB Darius Slay fine after injury scare:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/01/detroit-lions-star-cornerback-darius-slay-fine-after-injury-scare/880634002/

Detroit Lions activate Devon Kennard, sign CB Josh Okonye and release Central Michigan University alum Amari Coleman:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/01/detroit-lions-activate-devon-kennard-sign-cb/878147002/

Lions' Hyder impresses with drive to get back:  https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/08/01/kerry-hyders-aggressive-rehab-impresses-detroit-lions-coach-matt-patricia/881585002/

Is Kenny Golladay primed for a breakout second season?:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/is_kenny_golladay_primed_for_a.html#incart_river_mobile_index

Ask Kyle: How practice is different under new Lions coach Matt Patricia:  https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/08/ask_kyle_detroit_lions_35.html

Michael Roberts, Da'Shawn Hand among new Lions missing practice:  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/08/01/michael-roberts-dashawn-hand-among-new-lions-missing-practice/

Detroit Lions have new culture with Matt Patricia:  https://www.si.com/nfl/2018/08/01/detroit-lions-2018-nfl-training-camp-postcard-matt-patricia

Matt Patricia Has a Lot to Learn About Coaching the Detroit Lions:  https://thebiglead.com/2018/08/01/matt-patricia-detroit-lions/

Video:

Patricia on player development:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/patricia-on-player-development

Blount on Day 5 of training camp:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/blount-on-day-5-of-training-camp

Prater on adjusting to new coaching staff:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/prater-on-adjusting-to-new-coaching-staff

Zettel on replicating success of last season:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/zettel-on-replicating-success-of-last-season

Lawson on competition in secondary:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/lawson-on-competition-in-secondary

Kennard on getting back into football:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/kennard-on-getting-back-into-football

Training camp 1 on 1: ESPN's Kevin Seifert:  https://www.detroitlions.com/video/training-camp-1-on-1-espn-s-kevin-seifert

Morning Lions Links for Wednesday 8-1-18

O'HARA: Roberts looking to 'dominate within his role':   https://www.detroitlions.com/news/o-hara-roberts-looking-to-dominate-within-his-role

Another NFC North receiver cashes in; is Golden Tate next?:   https://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2018/07/another_nfc_north_receiver_cas.html

Stafford once kept a secret RV for Lions QBs:   https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/31/matthew-stafford-secret-rv-detroit-lions/870613002/

Report: Lions working out veteran linebacker Kelvin Shepphard:   https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2018/07/31/report-detroit-lions-working-out-veteran-lb-kelvin-sheppard/870478002/

Instant analysis of the Lions' signing OL Jamar McGloster:   https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/31/instant-analysis-of-the-lions-signing-ol-jamar-mcgloster/

Nate Burleson working on surprise project with Lions:   https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2018/07/31/nate-burleson-surprise-project-lions/

Detroit Lions bring two unique Canadians to NFL training camp:   https://www.thestar.com/sports/football/2018/07/31/detroit-lions-bring-two-unique-canadians-to-nfl-training-camp.html

NFL receiving corps rankings: All 32 teams entering 2018 (8. DETROIT LIONS - Yards per route run as a unit, rank: 1.49 (T-7th) - Golden Tate and Marvin Jones have been consistently productive in their time with the Lions. Jones has been the big-play weapon with 599 deep receiving yards last year – the third most in the league. Tate on the other hand has been the league’s foremost underneath threat as he led all receivers with 22 broken tackles a season ago.):  https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-nfl-receiving-corps-rankings-all-32-teams-entering-2018

Ranking triplets for 2018: Steelers, Saints looking strong (14. Detroit Lions: Matthew Stafford (No. 7), LeGarrette Blount (21), Marvin Jones (21) - Previous rank: No. 22 - Stafford still might not quite get his due, but at least he's left comparisons with reality TV star Jay Cutler behind, thanks to his empirically elevated play SINCE Calvin Johnson hung 'em up. Of course, Jones and Golden Tate deserve some credit for that, especially considering NFL defenses haven't needed to bother trying to stop the Lions' nonexistent run game. That'll change this season, with Blount and talented rookie Kerryon Johnson. (In other words, watch out for this offense in 2018.)):   http://www.nfl.com/photoessays/0ap3000000943194/ranking-triplets-for-2018-steelers-saints-looking-strong

SN's NFC North 2018 predictions: Vikings, Packers will duel for division (He has the Lions finishing 3rd in the North with a 7-9 record):   http://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfc-north-2018-picks-predictions-vikings-packers-bears-lions/9mn0a3qs59mv1srui7wqtmbxe