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• Why is Saquon Barkley going off after halftime? Eagles RB having a Barry Sanders-like season

Barkley has second-half numbers the NFL hasn't seen since the legendary Lions RB...2024
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• 5 winners, 3 losers from the Lions’ win against Colts

Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images In their victory against the Colts on Sunday, five Lions players stepped up and positively impacted the game, while three others struggled. Here are my winners and losers from the win. The Detroit Lions took a short trip down to Indiana to play the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, coming off a dismantling of the Jacksonville Jaguars last week. The Lions made their tri...2024
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• Lions News: How Detroit became contenders in just 3 years

Photo by Amy Lemus/NurPhoto via Getty Images Cameron Wolfe joined NFL Network to talk about how the Lions have gone from their meager start to Super Bowl contenders during the Dan Campbell era. It hasn’t been an easy road for the Detroit Lions. At this point, everyone knows the history. For decades, the franchise felt as though they couldn’t get things right. Even when there were glimmers ...2024
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• VIDEO: Jahmyr Gibbs TD run looks remarkably like Barry Sanders

Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images This Jahmyr Gibbs touchdown from Sunday looks REMARKABLY like a Barry Sanders touchdown. It’s sacrilege to refer to any NFL running back as “Barry Sanders-esque” regardless of whether he plays for the Detroit Lions or any other team. There is—and will only ever be—one Barry Sanders. Buuuuuuuuuuuuuut... it’s pretty hard to deny the resemblance of this one particul...2024
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• RB Alvin Kamara is now the last remaining member of the Saints’ 2017 draft class

Bill Streicher-Imagn Images And then there was one... With the New Orleans Saints trading star CB Marshon Lattimore to the Washington Commanders for draft compensation, RB Alvin Kamara now appears to be the last remaining member of the Saints’ famous 2017 draft class, pending the expected retirement of RT Ryan Ramczyk, whose career may be cut short due to a serious knee issue. The Saints’...2024
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• Lions News: Instant reactions to Za’Darius Smith trade

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images Instant reactions to the Lions acquiring Za’Darius Smith at the trade deadline. Just hours before the NFL trade deadline, the Detroit Lions secured some much-needed help with the addition of pass rusher Za’Darius Smith. The Lions receive the veteran and a 2026 seventh-round pick from the Cleveland Browns in exchange for a 2025 fifth-round pick and a 2026...2024
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• 5 winners, 3 losers from the Lions’ win against Colts
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• VIDEO: Jahmyr Gibbs TD run looks remarkably like Barry Sanders
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• RB Alvin Kamara is now the last remaining member of the Saints’ 2017 draft class
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• Lions News: Instant reactions to Za’Darius Smith trade
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• 5 takeaways from Detroit Lions’ obliteration of Tennessee Titans

Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images The Detroit Lions annihilated the Tennessee Titans on their way to a 52-14 victory. Here are 5 takeaways from that beatdown. At one point in time, the scoreboard said 14-14 and this game was looking like a potential shootout. Yet, by the time the final whistle blew, only one team had blown up the scoreboard. The Detroit Lions walked away from their Week...2024
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• Why Lions defensive line is X factor against Rams

Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports How the Detroit Lions defensive line can have the biggest impact on the season opener against the Rams It’s a new year, but a familiar matchup to start the 2024 NFL season on Sunday night. The Detroit Lions host the Los Angeles Rams again, a rematch from their Wild Card playoff game last season where the Lions won 24-23. This time, though, the rosters on both t...2024
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• The stage is set: Is Riq Woolen ready to be a Seahawks star?

Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images Entering his 3rd season, Woolen faces lofty expectations. With the 153rd pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, the Seattle Seahawks select, Tariq Woolen, cornerback, from the University of Texas-San Antonio. When I first saw the pick on Twitter/X, I was— underwhelmed. As I combed through the mess of tweets to try and learn something about him, I found a few r...2024
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• NFC East news: Eagles’ Saquon Barkley defiant in the face of RB longevity narrative

Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports The latest news from around the division. Eagles’ Saquon Barkley not concerned with career longevity at RB: Don’t ‘tell me how long I can play’ - Kevin Patra, NFL.com The talented RB stands defiant against the critics. One argument against paying big money to running backs is longevity concerns. Younger, cheaper talent can offer similar production, the ra...2024
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• Did the Giants misvalue Saquon Barkley?

Photo by Candice Ward/Getty Images He certainly thinks so Did the New York Giants accurately value Saquon Barkley in their plan for building the roster for 2024? That’s one of the major questions that has hung over the Giants since the end of the 2023 season. GM Joe Schoen acknowledged on the first episode of ‘Hard Knocks’ that running back was a need for the team with Barkley entering f...2024
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• Cowboys 2024 opponent preview: X-factors for the Detroit Lions

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK Three Detroit x-factors when the Lions come to AT&T Stadium. What a difference a few years makes. After starting his career as the coach of the Detroit Lions with a 3-13-1 record, Dan Campbell has had a tangible impact on what’s long been known as a moribund franchise. Campbell has the toughness to fight from his opening press conference of proclaiming to bite...2024
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• Lions icon Barry Sanders on hand to open restaurant in downtown Detroit

Sanders was on site for the grand opening of Barry Sanders' Lefty's Cheesesteak, located just minutes away from Ford Field. The restaurant will commemorate his Pro Football Hall of Fame career....2022
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• In a Year of Big Offense and Big Controversy, J.J. Watt Stands as Brightest Star
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"Barry Sanders to serve as Lions honorary captain for 2024 NFC championship game vs. 49ers"

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"Lions legend Barry Sanders finally explains why he decided to retire at the prime of his career"

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"Barry Sanders turns 54: Five fast facts on Hall of Fame running back's 54th birthday"

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"Former Lions great Barry Sanders is excited about the new era his former team is entering and hopeful this group will be the one that breaks through."

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"Country music star Garth Brooks' decision to wear a Barry Sanders Number 20 Lions jersey for his show in Detroit led to a political mix-up."

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"What followed was the likes of Mike Singletary, Joe Montana, Barry Sanders, Jerry Rice, Peyton Manning and Tom Brady, who asked Baker Mayfield to hold his Super Bowl rings."

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"Ex-Detroit Lions running back Barry Sanders told some teammates he was retiring before he shocked the world by not showing up to training camp in 1999 "

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"Barry Sanders, World Cup and Wrestlemania: The requiem of the Pontiac Silverdome"

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"Because of the franchise involved, it's impossible to not draw a direct parallel to Barry Sanders."

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" There's also little concern he'll pull a Barry Sanders and pack it in early by choice."

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"The word of Barry Sanders carries a lot of weight when it comes to the discussion of running back talent."

• 5 winners, 3 losers from the Lions’ win against Colts
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• RB Alvin Kamara is now the last remaining member of the Saints’ 2017 draft class
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• Lions News: Instant reactions to Za’Darius Smith trade
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• Staff Reactions: Ravens blow out Broncos behind MVP performance from Lamar Jackson

Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images Baltimore Beatdown Staff Reactions to the Ravens’ victory over the Denver Broncos. The Baltimore Ravens dominated at home against the Denver Broncos and their heralded defense to the tune of a 41-10 beatdown. Below are the reactions from the Beatdown staff. Surgical. Profound. The Ravens fired on all three phases and resulted in their greatest win this sea...2024
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• Lions Game Ball, Unsung Hero vs. Titans: Sweet sweet Raymond revenge

Photo by Jorge Lemus/NurPhoto via Getty Images Handing out the game ball and unsung hero from the Lions 50-burger of the Titans The Detroit Lions took a herculean-sized sledgehammer to the Tennessee Titans—the first win ever against the franchise since they moved from Houston—to the tune of 52-14. Not only was it the team’s most points scored of the Dan Campbell era but it was the most p...2024
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• Ultimate Fan: Run defense is key to win in NOLA

Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images Stopping the run and having a run game...pretty much the evergreen recipe for success! Nothing like a quick turnaround from a loss to a big road game to get everyone focused. Especially at the UFG! Last week’s loss was super annoying as three quarters of the game were abysmal and then the fourth quarter was so fun...but so late. This week jlfreck is m...2024
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• Chargers land 2025’s RB1 in new NFL mock draft

Photo by Tom Hauck/Getty Images Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty surpassed 1,000 rushing yards this season before he hit 100 total carries. The Chargers began the 2024 season playing exactly the type of football Jim Harbaugh wanted to play. They beat both the Raiders and Panthers with a productive run game and a stout defense. They controlled the clock and won both game by double-digits. Then, ...2024
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• The stage is set: Is Riq Woolen ready to be a Seahawks star?
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• Lions news: Detroit’s linebacking crew continues to be overlooked

David Reginek-USA TODAY Sports National experts continue to overlook and underrate the Detroit Lions’ linebacking corps. Both Detroit Lions fans and coaches have been pretty excited about the team’s linebacking crew for a few years now. Whether it is Malcolm Rodriguez’s improbable rookie season, Alex Anzalone’s ascension, the potential of first-round pick Jack Campbell, or just the team’s...2024
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• Why Seahawks vs. Lions on ‘Monday Night Football’ will have extra special atmosphere

Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images ‘Megatron’ will go into the Lions Ring of Honor at halftime of this Monday Night Football matchup. The Seattle Seahawks and Detroit Lions will wrap up the opening month of the 2024 NFL regular season with a Monday Night Football showdown in Motown, and it’ll be a special occasion for the Lions organization. Legendary wide receiver Calvin Johnson has som...2024
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• Derrick Henry continues to make history while adding a ‘different dimension’ to Ravens offense

Photo by Charles Brock/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The two-time league rushing champion is well on his way to another crown and then some as the final piece that is taking this unit to another elite level. Through the first nine games of the 2024 season, the Baltimore Ravens signing four-time Pro Bowl running back Derrick Henry already has a strong argument to be not only the best off...2024
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• Staff Reactions: Ravens blow out Broncos behind MVP performance from Lamar Jackson
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• Lions Game Ball, Unsung Hero vs. Titans: Sweet sweet Raymond revenge
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• Lions News: Best reactions to the Lions beating the undefeated Vikings

Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images The football world yet again takes notice of another exciting Lions win. The Detroit Lions toppleD the undefeated Minnesota Vikings on their home turf to take their rightful spot atop the NFC North. After mounting a heroic comeback to the tune of 21 unanswered points, the Lions were victorious 31-29. Here are some of the best reactions from around the inte...2024
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• Chargers land 2025’s RB1 in new NFL mock draft
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• Calvin Johnson inducted into ‘Pride of the Lions’ ring of honor

The Detroit Lions will induct Hall-of-Famer Calvin Johnson into the “Pride of the Lions” ring of honor at halftime of their game on Monday night. Detroit Lions Hall-of-Fame wide receiver Calvin Johnson will be inducted into the “Pride of the Lions” ring of honor at halftime of the Lions' upcoming homecoming game against the Seattle Seahawks on “Monday Night Football.” Johnson played nine seasons i...2024
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• Why Seahawks vs. Lions on ‘Monday Night Football’ will have extra special atmosphere
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• VIDEO: Jahmyr Gibbs TD run looks remarkably like Barry Sanders
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• Lions News: Instant reactions to Za’Darius Smith trade
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• Staff Reactions: Ravens blow out Broncos behind MVP performance from Lamar Jackson
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• 5 takeaways from Detroit Lions’ obliteration of Tennessee Titans
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• The stage is set: Is Riq Woolen ready to be a Seahawks star?
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• Lions News: Aqib Talib says Lions CBs will be a top tandem in the NFL

Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images The Lions’ revamped secondary is turning some heads. Watch out Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, there’s a new dynamic duo in town. Former cornerback turned analyst Aqib Talib expressed excitement over the Detroit Lions’ cornerback pairing of Carlton Davis Jr. and Terrion Arnold on “Up and Adams” with Kay Adams. Aqib Talib thinks that Detroit Lions C...2024
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• Did the Giants misvalue Saquon Barkley?
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• WATCH: Calvin Johnson learns he’s entering Detroit Lions’ ring of honor

Eric Seals-USA TODAY Sports Calvin Johnson will be inducted into the Detroit Lions’ ring of honor this year. Watch the moment he learned of the honor here. The Detroit Lions announced on Monday that they will be inducting Calvin Johnson into their ring of honor: the “Pride of the Lions.” The ceremony will take place during halftime of the team’s “homecoming game” against the Seattle Seaha...2024
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• Notes: NFL Films employees falling in love with Detroit Lions

Kirthmon F. Dozier / USA TODAY NETWORK After “Hard Knocks” and “Receiver,” NFL Films employees are starting to fall in love with the Detroit Lions organization. On Wednesday, NFL Films and Netflix dropped all eight episodes of the docuseries “Receiver.” The show follows five NFL receivers, including Detroit Lions wideout Amon-Ra St. Brown, as they navigate through the 2023 season. For th...2024
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• Barry Sanders jersey leads to political mix-up
Country music star Garth Brooks' decision to wear a Barry Sanders No. 20 Lions jersey for his show in Detroit led to a political mix-up....2020
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• People mad online at Garth Brooks because they don't know Barry Sanders from Bernie Sanders
Garth Brooks gets called "a big freaking liberal socialist" because of his . . . wardrobe choice for a concert in Detroit....2020
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• At Current Pace, Aaron Rodgers Is on Track to Shatter Most QB Records
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• LaDainian Tomlinson: An Epic and Misunderstood Hall of Fame Career
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• Barry Sanders Says It's 'Fun' to Think About Playing for Lions Again
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• Why Marshawn Lynch Would Even Consider Retirement
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• Lions legend Barry Sanders finally explains why he decided to retire at the prime of his career

Sanders broke his silence nearly a quarter-century later...2023
• Mike Freeman's 10-Point Stance: Cam Newton's Star Turn
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• 5 takeaways from Detroit Lions’ obliteration of Tennessee Titans
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• Patrick Mahomes includes Ja’Marr Chase on all-time fantasy football team

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK Mahomes has witnessed the power of Chase first hand. The week leading up to the Super Bowl is a frenzy of interviews and press conferences with players from both teams. It’s hard to keep track of all of it, and the majority ends up being ignored. T he players and coaches are, after all, just repeating the same sound bytes as before, just twisting...2024
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• Cigar Thoughts, Game 3: Seahawks play with their food before devouring Panthers

Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images The Seattle Seahawks improved to 2-1, outscoring the Carolina Panthers 37-27. ***As most of you know, Cigar Thoughts is now a podcast. One of the perks of the pod is getting these articles in audio form, in addition to our sit-downs with our amazing guests. You can listen to all the shows, including this article, right here: — You’d be hard-pressed to ...2023
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• Fantasy Football Week 9 Rankings: Rounding Up Top 50 Players
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• Who Should Be in the Fantasy Football Hall of Fame?
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• Fantasy Football 2016: Tips for Surviving an Auction Draft
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• Can Melvin Gordon Avoid Being a Draft Bust in His 2nd Season?
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• NFL Super Bowl Week Hangover: Cam Newton vs. Peyton Manning vs. America
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• Monday Morning Hangover: Scary, Sad, Season-Changing Week 8 Injuries
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• It's on You, DeMarco Murray: The Fate of Chip Kelly, Running Backs and Philly
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• 5 winners, 3 losers from the Lions’ win against Colts
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• RB Alvin Kamara is now the last remaining member of the Saints’ 2017 draft class
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• Derrick Henry continues to make history while adding a ‘different dimension’ to Ravens offense
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• Lions Game Ball, Unsung Hero vs. Titans: Sweet sweet Raymond revenge
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• Horse Tracks: The Broncos need an edge player to take a big step forward in 2024

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images The Broncos need pass rush in the worst way on defense and did little to add a premier talent to that area in the offseason The Denver Bronco pass rush in 2023 was in the bottom half of the league in sacks. For overall pressure, they were completely average. To improve this year, they need someone at edge to take a big step forward. Jonathan Cooper improv...2024
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• An Ode to ‘NFL Street’: Picking the Indianapolis Colts’ All-Time 7-on-7 Playground Squad

Photo by Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images Which Colts are you selecting for a playground style 7-on-7 pickup game where chosen players have to play both ways? It’s a blast from the past! Since it’s the dog days of the offseason, where it’s too early to start talking about training camp, I decided to take a pause and write an article just for fun here. Some of you may remember ‘NFL Street,’ ...2024
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• Arrowheadlines: The Chiefs have the best backup quarterback — and the best starting quarterback

Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Chiefs headlines for Wednesday, June 12 The latest Top 10 backup QB situations ahead of the 2024 season: Chiefs, Eagles and Vikings among the best-prepared teams | CBS Sports 1. Chiefs Carson Wentz It’s been years since Wentz was a regular difference-maker, let alone a surefire starter. But his big-bodied dual-threat ability has bee...2024
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• Madden 25 cover: 10 creative options besides just another star QB

Here are our picks for the next Madden cover star. There are few things in sports that have withstood the test of time like the “Madden NFL” video game. The cultural phenomenon has also made “Who is on the cover?” an important tentpole in the NFL’s offseason. EA Sports shared that they would be announcing the “Madden NFL 24” cover athlete on June 11th: The Stage is Set.Cover Reveal | 6.11.24#Ma...2024
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• Open thread: Who are the current faces of the Lions?

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK The Lions have plenty of star-power on their roster who could cement themselves as household names, but who are the specific faces of the franchise? Detroit really is the place to be lately, and if you need more proof, look no further than the grand re-opening of Michigan Central Station in Corktown. Situated directly on Michigan Avenue in Detroit, Michigan C...2024
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• The Cowboys have handled the running back position perfectly this offseason

Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports Some people are fine with how the Cowboys are handling the running back spot. The 2024 NFL Draft has come and gone, and while teams are still doing their final bit of work on signing players from the undrafted free agent pool, the Cowboys have just about wrapped up the most significant player-acquisition event of their offseason. That has led to quite the outra...2024
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• JJ Watt offers high praise for Aidan Hutchinson, Barry Sanders

Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images Future Hall-of-Famer J.J. Watt offered some praise for a current Lions player—and got an unexpected response from a Lions legend. During the Detroit Lions' big win over the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card round, social media was a buzz. While the national audience was watching the best game of the weekend, there was a fun interaction between Lions Hall-of-...2024
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• The Detroit Lions are finally taking NFC North, and everyone else is playing for second

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images After three long decades, the Lions are finally running the NFC North The NFC Central got a new name when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers moved out of the division in 2002. The newly minted NFC North would include four old rivals — the Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, and Detroit Lions — but the first two decades of the division has lacked th...2023
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• Best reactions from the Detroit Lions dismantling of the Packers

Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images Never a doubt. These are some Brand New Lions. The mantra fans are using to expunge its predecessor certainly looked to be true as the Detroit Lions took down the Green Bay Packers on prime time. The boys in Honolulu blue pummeled the cheeseheads 34-20 in their own territory at Lambeau Field, although there was so much blue in the crowd, it was hard to t...2023
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