Detroit Lions Football News
Keep up with the latest Detroit Lions Football News. The NFC North Lions are led by a number of great players including Jamaal Williams, Amon-Ra St. Brown and also quarterback Jared Goff. Dan Campbell is the head coach of the team and he will expect his team to play hard each and every game day. Will the team have the right chemistry this season to make another playoff run and win the NFL Superbowl?
Detroit Free Press
- Detroit Lions' playoff push possible; Bills loss illustrates Goff's shortcomings at QBon November 25, 2022 at 6:10 pm
At 4-7, the Detroit Lions have room for at most one loss in their final six games if they are going to make the playoffs
- Detroit Lions' Austin Bryant: 'No excuse' for costly roughing the passer penaltyon November 25, 2022 at 2:00 pm
Austin Bryant's penalty came on an incomplete pass on second-and-10 with 3:22 to play, two plays before the Bills scored their go-ahead TD
- Detroit Lions grades vs. Bills: A lot to like, but coaches docked for clock managementon November 25, 2022 at 1:05 pm
Free Press sports writer Dave Birkett grades the Detroit Lions in their 28-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills at Ford Field on Thursday:
- Houston, we have a problem: Detroit Lions 'unleashed' rookie sack-machine on Thanksgivingon November 25, 2022 at 11:09 am
In his first taste of NFL action, Detroit Lions rookie James Houston added to the list of building blocks the team and fans should be happy about.
- Detroit Lions stock watch: James Houston is latest to star loaded rookie classon November 25, 2022 at 11:05 am
James Houston, a sixth-round pick, had 2 sacks and recovered a fumble in his first NFL game after being elevate from Detroit Lions' practice squad.
Detroit News
- Detroit Lions 2023 NFL Draft watch: Five prospects to watch for Week 13on November 25, 2022 at 4:00 pm
The Detroit News' Justin Rogers takes a look at some college prospects who could be of interest to the Lions in the 2023 NFL Draft.
- Four Downs: James Houston hype, Lions' clock management and Ford Field's atmosphereon November 25, 2022 at 3:55 pm
Here are four observations after having a night to ponder the Detroit Lions' 28-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills.
- Thursday's NFL: Prescott, TEs help Cowboys to Thanksgiving win over Giantson November 25, 2022 at 4:44 am
Dak Prescott threw two touchdown passes to tight end Dalton Schultz, Ezekiel Elliott ran for a score and the Dallas Cowboys beat the New York Giants 28-20.
- Wojo: Lions battle Bills to final play, can't close the dealon November 25, 2022 at 1:43 am
This was a fiercely fought game destined to come down to one play, and considering the pedigrees of the teams, it was surprising, even mesmerizing.
- The News' Justin Rogers, Bob Wojnowski analyze Lions' loss to the Billson November 25, 2022 at 1:14 am
The Lions gave a Super Bowl contender their best shot, but fell just short, snapping the team's three-game winning streak. We talk about what it means.
News from Around the NFL
ESPN Sports
- Pats' Henry disputes overturned TD: 'I caught it'on November 25, 2022 at 9:39 pm
Patriots tight end Hunter Henry didn't agree with the officials' decision to overturn a third-quarter touchdown Thursday against the Vikings, saying his "hand was under the ball."
- Sources: No ACL tear, no timeline for Bills' Milleron November 25, 2022 at 9:39 pm
Doctors are still determining how much time Bills pass-rusher Von Miller will miss, but for now, he is considered out indefinitely, sources told ESPN.
- Sources: Huskers targeting Rhule as new coachon November 25, 2022 at 9:39 pm
Nebraska has zeroed in on Matt Rhule as the Cornhuskers' new coach and the two sides are working on finalizing a deal, sources told ESPN.
- Chiefs' Smith-Schuster to return vs. Ramson November 25, 2022 at 9:39 pm
JuJu Smith-Schuster will return to the Kansas City Chiefs' lineup for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Rams after missing last week while in the concussion protocol.
- Chargers' Williams out with lingering ankle injuryon November 25, 2022 at 9:39 pm
Chargers receiver Mike Williams, who reaggravated a right high ankle sprain last week, has been ruled out of Sunday's game vs. Arizona.
CBS Sports
- NFL Week 12 injuries: Justin Fields (shoulder) game-time decision; Leonard Fournette doubtful for Bucson November 25, 2022 at 10:00 pm
Your one-stop shop for every Week 12 injury report
- 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Steelers face decision at No. 4 overall; Seahawks invest in future of the offenseon November 25, 2022 at 9:53 pm
Also, the Texans add a foundational star on each side of the ball with their two top-10 picks
- Nebraska eyes Matt Rhule as coach: Cornhuskers nearing agreement with ex-Carolina Panthers boss, per reporton November 25, 2022 at 9:10 pm
Rhule was fired by the Panthers this season but has led two major turnarounds as a college coach
- Former Steelers great, Super Bowl XL MVP Hines Ward shares main reason why he is not in Hall of Fameon November 25, 2022 at 7:22 pm
One specific thing may be keeping Ward out of Canton
- Bengals' Joe Mixon (concussion) ruled out vs. Titans; Ja'Marr Chase (hip) game-time decisionon November 25, 2022 at 6:46 pm
Samaje Perine will have a heavier workload with Mixon out
Fox Sports
- NFL, College football odds: Michigan-Ohio State, Packers-Eagles best betson November 25, 2022 at 10:09 pm
FOX Sports Gambling Analyst Sammy P is back with his football picks of the weekend, including his best bet for the big Michigan-OSU game on FOX!
- NFL odds Week 12: How to bet Chargers-Cardinalson November 25, 2022 at 8:12 pm
Here's everything you need to know about the Chargers-Cardinals, from the point spread, moneyline and total Over/Under.
- NFL odds Week 12: How to bet Raiders-Seahawkson November 25, 2022 at 7:28 pm
Here's everything you need to know about the Raiders-Seahawks, from the point spread, moneyline and total Over/Under.
- Josh Allen leads Buffalo Bills to Thanksgiving Day win over Detroit Lions | UNDISPUTEDon November 25, 2022 at 6:12 pm
Josh Allen gained 48 yards on three plays to get the Buffalo Bills within field goal range to kick the game winner over the Detroit Lions yesterday. Allen finished with 331 total yards, three total touchdowns and one interception. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe give their letter grade for the performance.
- Kirk Cousins, Justin Jefferson & Vikings defeat Patriots 33-26 on Thanksgiving | UNDISPUTEDon November 25, 2022 at 6:08 pm
Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings bounced back from their 40-3 loss last week to beat the New England Patriots 33-26 yesterday on Thanksgiving. Cousins had three passing touchdowns and was a yard shy of 300. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe share their biggest takeaways from the Vikings win.
History of Franchise
Stadium: Ford Field
City: Detroit, Michigan
Conference: National Football Conference
Division: NFC North
Owner Martha Firestone Ford
Chairman Martha Firestone Ford
President Rod Wood
General manager Bob Quinn
Head coach Matt Patricia
Championships
League championships (4)
NFL Championships (pre–1970 AFL–NFL merger) (4)
1935, 1952, 1953, 1957
Conference championships (4)
NFL National: 1952
NFL Western: 1953, 1954, 1957
Division championships (8)
NFL Western: 1935, 1953, 1954, 1957
NFL National: 1952
NFC Central: 1983, 1991, 1993
Playoff appearances (17)
NFL: 1935, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1957, 1970, 1982, 1983, 1991, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1997, 1999, 2011, 2014, 2016
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Detroit Lions 2019 Schedule
Preseason
Week DATE OPP RESULT
1 8/8/2019 vs L 31-3
New England
2 8/17/2019 @ L 30-23
Houston
WK DATE OPP TIME VENUE
3 8/23/2019 vs 8:00 PM Ford Field
Buffalo
4 8/29/2019 @ 7:30 PM FirstEnergy Stadium
Cleveland
Regular Season
WK DATE OPP TIME TV VENUE
1 9/8/2019 @ 4:25 PM FOX State Farm Stadium
Arizona
2 9/15/2019 vs 1:00 PM Ford Field
L.A. Chargers
3 9/22/2019 @ 1:00 PM FOX Lincoln Financial Field
Philadelphia
4 9/29/2019 vs 1:00 PM FOX Ford Field
Kansas City
5 — BYE — — —
6 10/14/2019 @ 8:15 PM ESPN Lambeau Field
Green Bay
7 10/20/2019 vs 1:00 PM FOX Ford Field
Minnesota
8 10/27/2019 vs 1:00 PM FOX Ford Field
N.Y. Giants
9 11/3/2019 @ 4:05 PM FOX Oakland Coliseum
Oakland
10 11/10/2019 @ 1:00 PM Soldier Field
Chicago
11 11/17/2019 vs 1:00 PM FOX Ford Field
Dallas
12 11/24/2019 @ 1:00 PM FOX FedEx Field
Washington
13 11/28/2019 vs 12:30 PM FOX Ford Field
Chicago
14 12/8/2019 @ 1:00 PM FOX U.S. Bank Stadium
Minnesota
15 12/15/2019 vs 1:00 PM FOX Ford Field
Tampa Bay
16 12/22/2019 @ TBA — Broncos Stadium at Mile High
Denver
17 12/29/2019 vs 1:00 PM FOX Ford Field
Green Bay
Detroit Lions 2019 Stats Leaders
2019 Lions Passing Leader
Matthew Stafford Passing Yards 2,499
2019 Lions Receiving Leader
Kenny Golladay Receiving Yards 1,190
2019 Lions Rushing Leader
Kerryon Johnson Rushing Yards 403
Detroit Lions All Time Leaders
| Rk | Player | Cmp | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | Int | Lng |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matthew Stafford | 3421 | 5480 | 62.4 | 39156 | 242 | 131 | 87 |
| 2 | Bobby Layne | 1074 | 2193 | 49.0 | 15710 | 118 | 142 | 97 |
| 3 | Scott Mitchell | 1049 | 1850 | 56.7 | 12647 | 79 | 57 | 91 |
| 4 | Greg Landry | 957 | 1747 | 54.8 | 12451 | 80 | 81 | 84 |
| 5 | Gary Danielson | 952 | 1684 | 56.5 | 11885 | 69 | 71 | 87 |
| 6 | Eric Hipple | 830 | 1546 | 53.7 | 10711 | 55 | 70 | 94 |
| 7 | Joey Harrington | 986 | 1802 | 54.7 | 10242 | 60 | 62 | 86 |
| 8 | Jon Kitna | 795 | 1277 | 62.3 | 9034 | 44 | 47 | 91 |
| 9 | Charlie Batch | 743 | 1326 | 56.0 | 9016 | 49 | 40 | 98 |
| 10 | Milt Plum | 671 | 1315 | 51.0 | 8536 | 55 | 87 | 92 |
| Rush | Rush | Rush | Rush | Rush | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rk | Player | Att | Yds | TD | Lng | Y/A |
| 1 | Barry Sanders | 3062 | 15269 | 99 | 85 | 5.0 |
| 2 | Billy Sims | 1131 | 5106 | 42 | 81 | 4.5 |
| 3 | Dexter Bussey | 1203 | 5105 | 18 | 46 | 4.2 |
| 4 | Altie Taylor | 1165 | 4297 | 24 | 38 | 3.7 |
| 5 | Nick Pietrosante | 938 | 3933 | 28 | 57 | 4.2 |
| 6 | James Jones | 960 | 3452 | 23 | 39 | 3.6 |
| 7 | Ace Gutowsky | 864 | 3077 | 20 | 0 | 3.6 |
| 8 | Mel Farr | 739 | 3072 | 26 | 57 | 4.2 |
| 9 | Kevin Jones | 761 | 3067 | 24 | 74 | 4.0 |
| 10 | James Stewart | 713 | 2890 | 15 | 56 | 4.1 |
| Rk | Player | Rec | Yds | Y/R | TD | Lng |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calvin Johnson | 731 | 11619 | 15.9 | 83 | 96 |
| 2 | Herman Moore | 670 | 9174 | 13.7 | 62 | 93 |
| 3 | Johnnie Morton | 469 | 6499 | 13.9 | 35 | 98 |
| 4 | Brett Perriman | 428 | 5244 | 12.3 | 25 | 91 |
| 5 | Gail Cogdill | 325 | 5221 | 16.1 | 28 | 84 |
| 6 | Charlie Sanders | 336 | 4817 | 14.3 | 31 | 54 |
| 7 | Golden Tate | 416 | 4741 | 11.4 | 22 | 73 |
| 8 | Leonard Thompson | 277 | 4682 | 16.9 | 35 | 94 |
| 9 | Roy Williams | 262 | 3884 | 14.8 | 29 | 91 |
| 10 | Terry Barr | 227 | 3810 | 16.8 | 35 | 80 |
| Rk | Player | From | To | Rec ▼ |
Yds | Y/R | TD | Lng |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calvin Johnson | 2007 | 2015 | 731 | 11619 | 15.9 | 83 | 96 |
| 2 | Herman Moore | 1991 | 2001 | 670 | 9174 | 13.7 | 62 | 93 |
| 3 | Johnnie Morton | 1994 | 2001 | 469 | 6499 | 13.9 | 35 | 98 |
| 4 | Brett Perriman | 1991 | 1996 | 428 | 5244 | 12.3 | 25 | 91 |
| 5 | Golden Tate | 2014 | 2018 | 416 | 4741 | 11.4 | 22 | 73 |
| 6 | Barry Sanders | 1989 | 1998 | 352 | 2921 | 8.3 | 10 | 66 |
| 7 | Charlie Sanders | 1968 | 1977 | 336 | 4817 | 14.3 | 31 | 54 |
| 8 | Gail Cogdill | 1960 | 1968 | 325 | 5221 | 16.1 | 28 | 84 |
| 9 | Brandon Pettigrew | 2009 | 2015 | 301 | 2965 | 9.9 | 17 | 35 |
| 10 | Jim Gibbons | 1958 | 1968 | 287 | 3561 | 12.4 | 20 | 82 |
| Def | Def | Def | Def | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rk | Player | Int ▼ |
Yds | TD | Lng |
| 1 | Dick LeBeau | 62 | 762 | 3 | 70 |
| 2 | Lem Barney | 56 | 1077 | 7 | 71 |
| 3 | Yale Lary | 50 | 787 | 2 | 73 |
| 4 | Jack Christiansen | 46 | 717 | 3 | 92 |
| 5 | Jim David | 36 | 259 | 0 | 28 |
| 6 | Bob Smith | 29 | 719 | 3 | 102 |
| 7 | James Hunter | 27 | 279 | 1 | 39 |
| 8 | Don Doll | 26 | 464 | 2 | 95 |
| 9 | Jimmy Allen | 24 | 231 | 0 | 34 |
| 10 | Joe Schmidt | 24 | 294 | 2 | 30 |
| Def | Def | Def | Tack | Tack | Tack | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rk | Player | Int | Yds | TD | Sk ▼ |
Solo | Ast | TFL |
| 1 | Robert Porcher | 1 | 5 | 0 | 95.5 | 429 | 171 | 56 |
| 2 | Mike Cofer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 62.5 | |||
| 3 | Tracy Scroggins | 1 | 0 | 0 | 60.5 | 250 | 71 | 23 |
| 4 | Ezekiel Ansah | 0 | 0 | 0 | 48.0 | 162 | 56 | 60 |
| 5 | William Gay | 2 | 14 | 0 | 44.5 | |||
| 6 | Cliff Avril | 1 | 4 | 1 | 39.5 | 124 | 44 | 37 |
| 7 | Ndamukong Suh | 1 | 20 | 0 | 36.0 | 181 | 60 | 66 |
| 8 | James Hall | 1 | 30 | 0 | 33.0 | 212 | 63 | 44 |
| 9 | Curtis Green | 29.0 | ||||||
| 10 | Shaun Rogers | 1 | 66 | 1 | 29.0 | 250 | 103 | 65 |
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