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- Ex-Michigan football's Mark Campbell is coronavirus cautionary tale: 'It kicked my ass'on April 7, 2020 at 10:00 am
Mark Campbell, who played on Michigan's 1997 national championship football team and in the NFL, was not prepared for what COVID-19 could do to him
- Detroit Lions great Joe Schmidt has an epic piece of Al Kaline memorabiliaon April 7, 2020 at 1:09 am
Detroit Lions legend Joe Schmidt will always cherish the photo of him, Detroit Tigers legend Al Kaline and Red Wings legend Gordie Howe.
- Ex-Detroit Lions Calvin Johnson, Ndamukong Suh make NFL all-decade team of 2010son April 6, 2020 at 5:35 pm
Calvin Johnson, the Detroit Lions' all-time leading receiver, will be in his first year of eligibility for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021
- NFL mock draft 4.0: Predicting the Detroit Lions' first- and second-round pickson April 6, 2020 at 4:18 pm
Jeff Okudah remains the Detroit Lions' pick at No. 3 in this mock draft, but there's plenty of intrigue when it comes to whom they take in Round 2
- Meet the Detroit Lions' 2020 opponentson April 6, 2020 at 2:37 pm
We don't know when the Detroit Lions will be playing in 2020, but we know who they'll face and where. Here's a look at the schedule for this season.
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- Lions: Monday's NFL: Commissioner Roger Goodell says draft will be done remotelyon April 6, 2020 at 11:00 pm
- Lions: Monday's coronavirus roundup: NFL planning telethonon April 6, 2020 at 11:00 pm
- Lions: Monday's NFL: Draft will be done remotely, with team personnel in their homeson April 6, 2020 at 11:00 pm
- Lions: Pro Football Hall of Famer Bobby Mitchell dies at 84on April 5, 2020 at 11:00 pm
- Lions: Early-life tragedies taught Lions' Jamie Collins to 'keep pushing'on April 5, 2020 at 11:00 pm
Detroit News
- Monday's coronavirus roundup: NFL planning telethonon April 7, 2020 at 8:58 am
The league hopes to raise awareness and money in battling the pandemic, a source told the AP on the condition on anonymity because the event has not announced publicly.
- Early-life tragedies taught Lions' Jamie Collins to 'keep pushing'on April 7, 2020 at 8:57 am
Jamie Collins, one of the Detroit Lions' biggest additions this offseason, was well-versed in tragedy before he graduated high school.
- Monday's NFL: Draft will be done remotely, with team personnel in their homeson April 7, 2020 at 8:56 am
The draft originally was scheduled to be held in Las Vegas, but the NFL canceled all public events last month as a safeguard against the coronavirus.
- View the daily Detroit News sports front pages (Updated: April 7)on April 7, 2020 at 3:22 am
View the daily Detroit News sports front pages (Updated: April 7)
- Notable sports deaths in 2020 (Updated: April 6)on April 6, 2020 at 7:53 pm
Notable sports deaths in 2020 (Updated: April 6)
News from Around the NFL
ESPN Sports
- Cam says he's 'a fish out of water' as free agenton April 7, 2020 at 2:06 pm
Cam Newton told Chris Paul on Instagram Live that he's "a fish out of water" as a free agent for the first time after being released by the Panthers.
- Ravens' Harbaugh worried about tech securityon April 7, 2020 at 2:06 pm
Ravens coach John Harbaugh is concerned about team information being hacked with new technology being rolled out because of the coronavirus.
- Sources: Rams, Chargers set for 'Hard Knocks'on April 7, 2020 at 12:16 pm
The show "Hard Knocks" may feature two teams, the Los Angeles Rams and Chargers, for the first time, sources tell ESPN -- if there are training camps.
- From the archives: Gleason's 2006 blocked punt symbolized 'rebirth' of the Saints, N.O.on April 7, 2020 at 1:11 am
The Saints' win on Sept. 25, 2006, was a magical homecoming after Hurricane Katrina.
- The best of Saints players and fans live-tweeting 2006 Superdome homecomingon April 7, 2020 at 1:11 am
Many former Saints are sharing their memories of the emotional 2006 win via social media.
CBS Sports
- Ben Roethlisberger 'really impressed' with new Steelers tight end Eric Ebronon April 7, 2020 at 1:34 pm
Roethlisberger believes this offense can take a major step forward with Ebron in 2020
- Sean McVay never envisioned Rams cutting Todd Gurley, offers explanation to decisionon April 7, 2020 at 12:52 pm
The Rams drafted Gurley with the No. 10 pick in the 2015 NFL Draft
- 2020 NFL Draft: Top quarterbacks and a trio of LSU Tigers headline buyer beware list in the first roundon April 7, 2020 at 12:30 pm
Teams need to do their homework and be comfortable with the results on these prospects
- 2020 NFL Mock Draft: Six potential first-round trades as two teams jump for QBs while Jets swing two dealson April 7, 2020 at 12:21 pm
Plus the Ravens and Redskins make big moves to help their defense and every projected first round pick
- 'Hard Knocks' 2020: Rams, Chargers reportedly to be featured on show if training camps happen this summeron April 7, 2020 at 12:10 pm
Film crews will not have to travel far for their 2020 subject
Fox Sports
- NFL Calendaron April 7, 2020 at 1:09 pm
NFL Calendar
- LA Rams hope to run ball by committee without Todd Gurleyon April 6, 2020 at 11:19 pm
The Los Angeles Rams don't expect to replace Todd Gurley with just one running back
- Tom Brady, Von Miller and more highlight the NFL's 2010s All-Decade Teamon April 6, 2020 at 10:31 pm
With the calendar rolling into 2020, the NFL announced its All-Decade Team on Monday featuring a list of legends and future Hall of Famers.
- Virtual NFL Draft will put spotlight on teams’ top talent evaluators — Jimmy Johnsonon April 6, 2020 at 10:22 pm
Jimmy Johnson said teams with experienced front-office executives and great talent evaluators will be at even more of an advantage this NFL Draft. Since draft communication will be virtual, he said the spotlight will be on the guys making the final decisions.
- NFL teams and players stepping up to help their communities in fight against COVID-19on April 6, 2020 at 10:21 pm
Take a look at how NFL teams and players are helping those in need in their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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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