Tommylee Lewis 1 of 12 cuts announced by Lions
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - Tommylee Lewis was one of 12 cuts announced by the Detroit Lions on Friday. Lewis was the receiver involved in the controversial play late in last year's NFC championship game, when he was playing for New Orleans. He was hit in the fourth quarter by Nickell Robey-Coleman of the Rams, but no flag for pass interference was thrown. Los Angeles took advantage of the...
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - Tommylee Lewis was one of 12 cuts announced by the Detroit Lions on Friday. Lewis was the receiver involved in the controversial play late in last year's NFC championship game, when he was playing for New Orleans. He was hit in the fourth quarter by Nickell Robey-Coleman of the Rams, but no flag for pass interference was thrown. Los Angeles took advantage of the...
REPORT: Lions cut former 2nd round pick Teez Tabor
A report from the NFL network says the Detroit Lions have parted ways with 2017 second round pick defensive back Teez Tabor.
A report from the NFL network says the Detroit Lions have parted ways with 2017 second round pick defensive back Teez Tabor.
WATCH: Browns down winless Lions 20-16
CLEVELAND (AP) - Once Austin Seibert straightened himself out, the Browns' kicking competition got on target. Seibert appeared to lock up Cleveland's kicking job after a summer-long battle with Greg Joseph, and the Browns ended the preseason with a 20-16 win Thursday night over the Detroit Lions, who finished 0-4.
CLEVELAND (AP) - Once Austin Seibert straightened himself out, the Browns' kicking competition got on target. Seibert appeared to lock up Cleveland's kicking job after a summer-long battle with Greg Joseph, and the Browns ended the preseason with a 20-16 win Thursday night over the Detroit Lions, who finished 0-4.
WATCH: Lions sign QB Luis Perez as backup option, cut David Fales
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions have signed quarterback Luis Perez and cut quarterback David Fales, giving them another option behind Matthew Stafford. Detroit made the move Tuesday, two days before playing its final preseason game at Cleveland. Later in the day, the Lions released running back Zach Zenner. He ran for 685 yards and eight touchdowns in 36 games over four years in...
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions have signed quarterback Luis Perez and cut quarterback David Fales, giving them another option behind Matthew Stafford. Detroit made the move Tuesday, two days before playing its final preseason game at Cleveland. Later in the day, the Lions released running back Zach Zenner. He ran for 685 yards and eight touchdowns in 36 games over four years in...
Detroit Lions release RB Zach Zenner
The Detroit Lions announced Tuesday they have released veteran running back Zach Zenner.
The Detroit Lions announced Tuesday they have released veteran running back Zach Zenner.
LISTEN: Patricia 'not season-ending' on injuries to Davis & Ragnow
Detroit Lions Head Coach Matt Patricia held a conference call Saturday afternoon and said the injuries suffered by starting middle linebacker Jarrad Davis and starting center Frank Ragnow Friday night are "not season-ending" and would give no timetable on their return.
Detroit Lions Head Coach Matt Patricia held a conference call Saturday afternoon and said the injuries suffered by starting middle linebacker Jarrad Davis and starting center Frank Ragnow Friday night are "not season-ending" and would give no timetable on their return.
WATCH: Stafford plays as Lions lose Davis, Ragnow to injuries and game 24-20 to Bills
DETROIT (AP) - Matthew Stafford got on the field for the first time in the preseason and left the game unscathed. Some teammates and opponents were not as fortunate. Stafford threw a go-ahead touchdown pass and the Buffalo Bills came back to beat the Detroit Lions 24-20 Friday night in a preseason game that became significant because key players on both teams were hurt.
DETROIT (AP) - Matthew Stafford got on the field for the first time in the preseason and left the game unscathed. Some teammates and opponents were not as fortunate. Stafford threw a go-ahead touchdown pass and the Buffalo Bills came back to beat the Detroit Lions 24-20 Friday night in a preseason game that became significant because key players on both teams were hurt.
Stafford, Lions host Bills
Baker Mayfield wants to play half of Cleveland's third exhibition game at Tampa Bay on Friday night. "But it's not my call," the quarterback said. It's up to coach Freddie Kitchens, who said he will use his starters some but seems inclined to keep them fresh and uninjured heading into the Sept. 8 opener with Tennessee. He said his decision will be made on "a...
Baker Mayfield wants to play half of Cleveland's third exhibition game at Tampa Bay on Friday night. "But it's not my call," the quarterback said. It's up to coach Freddie Kitchens, who said he will use his starters some but seems inclined to keep them fresh and uninjured heading into the Sept. 8 opener with Tennessee. He said his decision will be made on "a...
Lions banking on QB Stafford with no backup plan
DETROIT (AP) - The Detroit Lions have leaned heavily on Matthew Stafford since selecting him No. 1 overall in the 2009 NFL draft. Stafford has started since he was a rookie, and after injuries stunted his first two seasons, the strong-armed quarterback has started every game for eight straight years.
DETROIT (AP) - The Detroit Lions have leaned heavily on Matthew Stafford since selecting him No. 1 overall in the 2009 NFL draft. Stafford has started since he was a rookie, and after injuries stunted his first two seasons, the strong-armed quarterback has started every game for eight straight years.
Lions agree to extension with Harrison
The Detroit Lions announced Thursday morning they have signed a contract extension with defensive tackle Damon Harrison.
The Detroit Lions announced Thursday morning they have signed a contract extension with defensive tackle Damon Harrison.
WATCH: Miller in Houston wrapping up day one of Lions joint practices with the Texans
HOUSTON (AP) - Wednesday's joint practice between the Texans and Lions was a reunion for Houston coach Bill O'Brien and Detroit coach Matt Patricia. The two worked as assistants with the New England Patriots from 2007-11. O'Brien said the first of two practices between these teams before Saturday's preseason game ran like clockwork.
HOUSTON (AP) - Wednesday's joint practice between the Texans and Lions was a reunion for Houston coach Bill O'Brien and Detroit coach Matt Patricia. The two worked as assistants with the New England Patriots from 2007-11. O'Brien said the first of two practices between these teams before Saturday's preseason game ran like clockwork.
Lions put Kearse on injured reserve, sign QB Josh Johnson
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - Jermaine Kearse checked several boxes for the Detroit Lions when they brought in the wide receiver as a free agent during mini-camp in June. Kearse was familiar with new offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell's scheme, had the flexibility to play outside or in the slot, and added a veteran presence to a locker room that formerly had strong wide receiver leadership...
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - Jermaine Kearse checked several boxes for the Detroit Lions when they brought in the wide receiver as a free agent during mini-camp in June. Kearse was familiar with new offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell's scheme, had the flexibility to play outside or in the slot, and added a veteran presence to a locker room that formerly had strong wide receiver leadership...
WATCH: Kearse hurt as Patriots rout Lions 31-3
DETROIT (AP) - If Jakobi Meyers wanted to, he could probably use his status as an undrafted rookie as motivation. Not need for that, the New England receiver says. The Patriots gave him an opportunity, and that's who he needs to impress.
DETROIT (AP) - If Jakobi Meyers wanted to, he could probably use his status as an undrafted rookie as motivation. Not need for that, the New England receiver says. The Patriots gave him an opportunity, and that's who he needs to impress.
Lions agree to extension with OL Joe Dahl through 2021
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions have agreed to a contract extension with offensive lineman Joe Dahl through 2021. A Lions spokesman confirmed the deal Wednesday. The 26-year-old Dahl has made four starts in his career with the Lions, including one last season. Dahl was drafted in the fifth round in 2016 by the Lions out of Washington State. He has played in 22 games in his three...
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions have agreed to a contract extension with offensive lineman Joe Dahl through 2021. A Lions spokesman confirmed the deal Wednesday. The 26-year-old Dahl has made four starts in his career with the Lions, including one last season. Dahl was drafted in the fifth round in 2016 by the Lions out of Washington State. He has played in 22 games in his three...
WATCH: Van Noy complimentary of Lions in return
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - Kyle Van Noy had plenty of nice things to say about his former team. Of course, it's been his own career that has taken off since he left Detroit.
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - Kyle Van Noy had plenty of nice things to say about his former team. Of course, it's been his own career that has taken off since he left Detroit.
WATCH: Woodriffe with Amendola, Patricia, Hockenson & Killebrew before Pats come to town
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - Danny Amendola earned plenty of laughs from the assembled reporters when he was asked after practice what he can learn from his younger teammates. "How to run fast," Amendola said before wrapping up his chat with the media Sunday.
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - Danny Amendola earned plenty of laughs from the assembled reporters when he was asked after practice what he can learn from his younger teammates. "How to run fast," Amendola said before wrapping up his chat with the media Sunday.
Lions focused on forcing more turnovers in 2019
DETROIT (AP) - After a public practice at Ford Field, Detroit cornerback Darius Slay offered his assessment of the defense. His area of emphasis was telling. "We all got ball skills," he said. "I like that." The Lions enter the 2019 season with room for improvement across the board, and one stat that definitely could use a boost is takeaways. Detroit had only 14 last...
DETROIT (AP) - After a public practice at Ford Field, Detroit cornerback Darius Slay offered his assessment of the defense. His area of emphasis was telling. "We all got ball skills," he said. "I like that." The Lions enter the 2019 season with room for improvement across the board, and one stat that definitely could use a boost is takeaways. Detroit had only 14 last...
Lions activate Slay from NFI list
DETROIT (AP) - Darius Slay was activated from the active/non-football injury list prior to the Detroit Lions' practice Friday night at Ford Field. Slay had been on the NFI list since the start of camp, but the cornerback was on the field in uniform Friday.
DETROIT (AP) - Darius Slay was activated from the active/non-football injury list prior to the Detroit Lions' practice Friday night at Ford Field. Slay had been on the NFI list since the start of camp, but the cornerback was on the field in uniform Friday.
Free Detroit Lions Family Fest Aug. 2 at Ford Field
Lions fans can get a sneak peek at what's in store this football season at the Family Fest presented by southeast Michigan Ford dealers on Friday, August 2.
Lions fans can get a sneak peek at what's in store this football season at the Family Fest presented by southeast Michigan Ford dealers on Friday, August 2.