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• Injury report: Sam LaPorta sits, Taylor Decker returns on Wednesday

Troy Taormina-Imagn Images The Detroit Lions released their Week 11 initial injury report and while TE Sam LaPorta sat out Wednesday, LT Taylor Decker returned to practice. The Detroit Lions (8-1) are hosting the Jacksonville Jaguars (2-8) in Week 11 and both teams have a couple of key players injured that necessitate monitoring. Just like last week, the Lions are starting the week slow a...2024
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• Lions News: Freep dives into Jameson Williams’ background

Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images The Detroit Free Press dove into Jameson Williams’ background and shared some fascinating stories. That and more in Notes. As we all know, how a person comes up through their youth can really shape someone. How they think about things, how they trust people, and how they move through life can all be formed through early experiences. So when you consider ...2024
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• Za’Darius Smith trade: Grading the Detroit Lions’ move

Lon Horwedel-USA TODAY Sports Grading the Detroit Lions’ trade for Browns EDGE Za’Darius Smith. It took a while to hammer out the details, but the Detroit Lions finally got a deal done before Tuesday’s trade deadline. Cleveland Browns defensive end Za’Darius Smith is heading to Detroit after agreeing to a trade. Let’s break down the trade and offer an overall grade for the move. Terms As...2024
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• Lions News: Analyst believes Aidan Hutchinson was best player in NFL in 2024

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images Steve Palazzolo of The 33rd Team believes Lions edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson was the best player in the NFL before his season ended prematurely. It’s hard to really put into words just how dominant Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson was to start the 2024 season. Through the five weeks prior to his regular season ending early during a blowout wi...2024
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• 2024 POD Movember charity drive: How to donate, raffle prizes, auction items

Happy Movember! This entire month, we’re raising money for the @umrogelcancer! Here are all the prizes, special streams, and donation incentives we’re doing this year. It’s time for our Fourth Annual Movember Charity Drive. If you haven’t been around, for the entire month of November, we’ll be raising money through live streams and the website for a good, local cause. Last year, we raised over $4...2024
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• Lions News: 4 Lions make PFF’s midseason All-Pro team

Photo by Amy Lemus/NurPhoto via Getty Images Four Detroit Lions players made PFF’s midseason All-Pro team. Can you name them? The Detroit Lions are 6-1 through seven games and currently occupy the top spot not only in their division but in the entire conference. Their hot start has been the result of strong complementary play, with all sides of the ball contributing in important moments. ...2024
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• Injury report: Sam LaPorta sits, Taylor Decker returns on Wednesday
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• Lions News: Analyst believes Aidan Hutchinson was best player in NFL in 2024
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• 2024 POD Movember charity drive: How to donate, raffle prizes, auction items
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• Lions News: 4 Lions make PFF’s midseason All-Pro team
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• Lions @ Vikings: Final Injury Report

Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images Some interesting developments... The Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions have put out their final injury reports in advance of Sunday’s showdown, and there are a couple interesting developments. Minnesota Vikings LB Blake Cashman, Toe, DNP (did not practice), OUT CB Akayleb Evans, Hip, DNP, OUT OLB Patrick Jones II, Shoulder, FP (full participant), QU...2024
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• Lions News: ESPN details Jameson Williams'’ ‘complicated’ journey

Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images ESPN’s big profile on Jameson Williams is excellent, and it follows the star receiver’s arduous journey in his first two years. For Detroit Lions fans, it’s nothing new to say that Jameson Williams’ path to today was a tough one. His battle through injuries, a gambling suspension, and early inconsistencies have been well documented here and in every other Detroit...2024
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• Notes: What does Dan Campbell do away from football?

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Brad Galli of WXYZ Detroit sat down with Lions coach Dan Campbell to talk about several subjects, including what Campbell does away from football. Back when the NFL schedule first dropped, I think a lot of people surrounding the Detroit Lions let out a collective groan. Early bye weeks, especially for those with championship aspirations like t...2024
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• Seahawks-Lions Friday injury report: (Mostly) more of the same for Seattle

Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images The Seahawks didn’t go full throttle for Friday’s practice. The Seattle Seahawks’ Friday injury report for Monday’s Week 4 showdown with the Detroit Lions has been released. If you were expecting drastic changes, then this is not the article you’re looking for. Having practiced on Wednesday (without having to put anything in the injury report), Seattle op...2024
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• Sam LaPorta among several Lions injured in first half vs. Cardinals

Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images The Detroit Lions have a long injury list after the first half against the Arizona Cardinals. The Detroit Lions suffered several injuries in the first half of their Week 3 game against the Arizona Cardinals, including one to tight end Sam LaPorta. Dan Skipper The Lions opened the game with a couple of jumbo plays, including Skipper as the extra tackle. He woul...2024
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• Lions ST coordinator Dave Fipps takes ‘share of ownership’ for too-many-men error

Kimberly P. Mitchell / USA TODAY NETWORK Despite Dan Campbell owning 100% of the blame, Lions ST coordinator Dave Fipp says he has ownership over Detroit’s end-of-half error vs. the Bucs, too. We still don’t know exactly what caused the communication breakdown for the Detroit Lions at the end of the first half that cost them a chance at a short field goal, and we likely never will. But on...2024
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• 2024 POD Movember charity drive: How to donate, raffle prizes, auction items
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"The All-Pro offensive lineman told Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press in no uncertain terms that he plans on playing in 2024."

2023
"But with Bridgewater telling Dave Birkett of the Free Press that he plans on retiring at the end of the season, getting Hooker some reps sooner than later is important to his development."

2022
"com spoke with the Detroit Free Press’ Dave Birkett."

2021
"“We’ll just see where Decker goes and how he feels and just take it from there,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said, via Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press."

2020
"Longtime agent Leigh Steinberg told Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press that he thinks not starting [more]"

2019
"Via Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press, the Lions quarterback is out again for Sunday’s game against the Vikings, as is defensive end Da'shawn Hand."

2018
"Free Press sports writer Dave Birkett graded their first-half performance accordingly "

2017
"Via Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press, Slay’s holding out hope he gets the call now."

2016
""Oh, yeah," Peppers said when asked if he will play next season, per Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press."

2015
"Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press noted Matthew Stafford is Manning's likely replacement: Stafford, the fourth alternate at the quarterback position, is next in line for the game after the Denver Post reported that Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning pulled out of the NFL's annual postseason all-star game today with a quad injury."

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"Talking to Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press, Raiola explained why he went low (h/t Jeff Howe of the Boston Herald): "I cut him," Raiola told Birkett and Jeff Seidel—also from the Detroit Free Press."

• Injury report: Sam LaPorta sits, Taylor Decker returns on Wednesday
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• Za’Darius Smith trade: Grading the Detroit Lions’ move
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• Notes: David Montgomery reveals new, awesome nickname for RB duo

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Lions running back David Montgomery did the media rounds this week, and he revealed a great nickname for Detroit’s backfield. Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery has been busy lately. On top of being one of the best running backs in the NFL, and signing a new two-year contract extension with the Lions, he has also been making his medi...2024
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• Report: Lions, David Montgomery agree to 2-year extension

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images The Detroit Lions have reportedly agreed to a 2-year extension with RB David Montgomery. According to Fox 2 Detroit’s Dan Miller, the Detroit Lions and running back David Montgomery have agreed to a two-year extension to keep him under contract through the 2027 season. At this point, there are no additional details on the deal. UPDATE: Per Dave Birkett,...2024
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• Lions News: ESPN details Jameson Williams'’ ‘complicated’ journey
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• Notes: What does Dan Campbell do away from football?
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• Notes: Why the Lions are built for today’s NFL

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK Tyler Dunne takes a look at why Dan Campbell’s Lions are tailor-made for today’s NFL in his latest piece for his substack “Go Long.” If you aren’t from the state of Michigan or a fan of the Detroit Lions, then one word likely still comes to mind when you think of the team—kneecaps. These days, a polite Lions fan will hear the word and likely conjure up a fake ...2024
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• Notes: JJ Watt gives high praise to Aidan Hutchinson after 4.5-sack game

Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images JJ Watt has some extremely nice things to say about Aidan Hutchinson following his dominant performance against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. When it comes to pass rushers, there are not many that know better about the craft than future Hall of Famer JJ Watt. The Houston Texans legend, finished his career with 114.5 sacks, which currently ranks 24th all-ti...2024
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• Lions Mailbag: Is pressure the reason for Jared Goff’s early struggles?

Eamon Horwedel-Imagn Images Is Jared Goff succumbing to the pressure, or is there something else to explain his early season struggles? That and more in our written mailbag. While we work through some technical difficulties to get this week’s Midweek Mailbag off the ground, I figured this was a good opportunity to get a head start on our written Detroit Lions mailbag. This week, I only pi...2024
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• Lions Week 2 injury report: Kerby Joseph returns, 2 starters don’t practice

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK The Detroit Lions returned Kerby Joseph to practice on Thursday, but two starters are still not practicing. The Detroit Lions and Tampa Bay Buccaneers will face off in Week 2, and both teams were back on the practice field on Thursday. For the Lions, they were able to return one starter to practice but they still have two starters not practicing, which will r...2024
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• Lions News: 4 Lions make PFF’s midseason All-Pro team
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• Notes: Lions statistical achievement bodes well for Super Bowl chances

Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images The Detroit Lions have achieved a statistical benchmark that has resulted in Super Bowl wins for 6 of the previous 8 teams who accomplished it. Earlier on Tuesday, we wrote about how the Detroit Lions were the best team in the NFL through eight weeks by a large margin when it comes to the DVOA statistic. In that article, I marveled at the fact the Lions...2024
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• Lions vs. Titans: Top reactions to yet another blowout win

Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images The Lions dismantled the Titans to the tune of 38 unanswered points. Here are the best reactions from the game. On Sunday afternoon before thousands of screaming fans, the Detroit Lions delivered another trashing to an unsuspecting team. Some worried, especially after a testy first quarter, the Lions perhaps let their guard down. But 14-to-14 quickly t...2024
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• Lions @ Vikings: Final Injury Report
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• Lions News: ESPN details Jameson Williams'’ ‘complicated’ journey
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• Lions ST coordinator Dave Fipps takes ‘share of ownership’ for too-many-men error
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• Lions Mailbag: Is pressure the reason for Jared Goff’s early struggles?
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• Lions Week 2 injury designations: Penei Sewell questionable, Bucs RT OUT

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images The Detroit Lions have released their Week 2 injury designations and Penei Sewell is listed as questionable, while three other Lions may not be available. The Detroit Lions and Tampa Bay Buccaneers have declared their injury designations as they prepare to face off in Week 2. Both teams starting right tackles were dealing with injuries this week, but the ...2024
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• Lions News: How Amon-Ra St. Brown thwarted potentially game-winning pick

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images Amon-Ra St. Brown had one of the most important, overlooked plays against the Rams. He explained how he did it on his latest podcast. As if you need another reason to be impressed by Amon-Ra St. Brown, some quick thinking by the star receiver may have saved the Detroit Lions from the losing the game Sunday night. After squandering a sizable lead in the se...2024
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• Notes: A timeline of Jared Goff’s Detroit renaissance

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK ESPN’s Eric Woodyard takes readers through a timeline of Lions quarterback Jared Goff’s revival in Detroit. I still remember where I was and many other details from the moment when I first heard the news. For essentially an entire night and the next morning, the Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Rams had the attention of the entire football world. The Lions, who w...2024
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• Lions News: Freep dives into Jameson Williams’ background
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• 2024 POD Movember charity drive: How to donate, raffle prizes, auction items
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• Lions News: 4 Lions make PFF’s midseason All-Pro team
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• Notes: Lions statistical achievement bodes well for Super Bowl chances
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• Lions News: ESPN details Jameson Williams'’ ‘complicated’ journey
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• Notes: What does Dan Campbell do away from football?
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• Notes: Why the Lions are built for today’s NFL
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• Lions ST coordinator Dave Fipps takes ‘share of ownership’ for too-many-men error
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• Lions Mailbag: Is pressure the reason for Jared Goff’s early struggles?
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• Notes: 5 questions with Lions CB Terrion Arnold

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK Detroit Lions rookie CB Terrion Arnold did a Q&A with the Detroit Free Press and explained why he wears the number zero. Ahead of another tough matchup in Week 2 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Detroit Lions rookie cornerback Terrion Arnold sat down with Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press and answered five questions. And staying true to the unwavering c...2024
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• Peyton Manning to Miss 2015 NFL Pro Bowl: Latest Details, Comments, Reaction
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• Julius Peppers Announces Return to Packers: Latest Comments and Reaction
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• Calvin Johnson: Latest News, Rumors, Speculation Surrounding Lions WR's Future
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• Lions vs. Seahawks: Score and Twitter Reaction for Monday Night Football
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• Chip Kelly: Latest News, Rumors, Speculation on Coach's Future with Eagles
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• NFL Head of Officiating Speaks on Controversial Play in Lions vs. Cowboys
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• Jeremy Lane Suffers Graphic Arm Injury Following Interception in Super Bowl 2015
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• Vikings and Mascot Ragnar Part Ways After Failure to Reach New Agreement
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• Notes: David Montgomery reveals new, awesome nickname for RB duo
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• Detroit Lions president has money quote about crumbling franchise
New Detroit Lions president said something in his introductory speech that sums up the state of the franchise perfectly. New Lions president Rod Wood: "I would probably say that Im not qualified to run any other NFL team but I think I'm qualified to run this 1" — Dave Birkett (@davebirkett) November 20, 2015 Wait, what? How to take this is the question. Does he mean the Lions (2-7) are so bad ...2015
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• Pro Bowl 2015: Score, MVPs and Twitter Reaction for Team Carter vs. Team Irvin
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• NFL Predictions Week 16: Final Odds Projections and Fantasy Stars to Watch
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• Calvin Johnson Will Put Up Modest Fantasy Numbers in Week 10 Against Dolphins
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• Injury report: Sam LaPorta sits, Taylor Decker returns on Wednesday
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• Lions News: Freep dives into Jameson Williams’ background
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• Za’Darius Smith trade: Grading the Detroit Lions’ move
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• Lions News: Analyst believes Aidan Hutchinson was best player in NFL in 2024
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• Lions @ Vikings: Final Injury Report
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• Report: Lions, David Montgomery agree to 2-year extension
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• Notes: What does Dan Campbell do away from football?
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• Notes: Why the Lions are built for today’s NFL
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• Lions Mailbag: Is pressure the reason for Jared Goff’s early struggles?
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• Notes: 5 questions with Lions CB Terrion Arnold
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• Lions Mailbag: Is pressure the reason for Jared Goff’s early struggles?
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• Best reactions to Amon-Ra St. Brown, Penei Sewell contract extensions

Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images A look at how Lions teammates and other NFL players reacted to Amon-Ra St. Brown’s and Penei Sewell’s contract extensions. In a historic day in franchise history, the Detroit Lions gave a pair of record-setting contracts to receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown and offensive tackle Penei Sewell. Both members of the 2021 NFL Draft class—the first draftees of Lions g...2024
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• Lions free agency rumors: Latest on St. Brown, Jonah Jackson, CB search

Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images The latest news and rumors on the Detroit Lions and Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jonah Jackson, and their free agency search for a cornerback. The NFL Combine is a place where draft prospects display their talents, but it’s also a week of teams mingling and discussing potential moves in free agency. With the legal tampering period just a week away, general manage...2024
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• Notes: Lions to honor 90th season with commemorative uniform patch
Photo by Ric Tapia/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images To honor their 90th year in the NFL, the Lions will wear a commemorative patch on their uniforms during the 2023 season. Today the Detroit Lions announced plans to commemorate their 90th season in club history with a patch that will be worn on uniforms during gameday. And with all of the excitement currently surrounding the team, now is a...2023
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• Notes: Top draft DT Jalen Carter ‘struggles’ at Georgia pro day
Joshua L. Jones / USA TODAY NETWORK Potential No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, defensive tackle Jalen Carter, struggles to impress at his pro day. Georgia defensive Jalen Carter has been hailed as one of, if not the best player in the 2023 NFL Draft class. A dominating player at Georgia, Carter, by most accounts, has been the best player in Athens for the last two seasons. Several...2023
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• Lions haven't 'fielded any calls' on TE T.J. Hockenson, despite trade whispers

However, according to Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press, teams haven't shown much interest in the former Pro Bowler....2022
• Kenny Golladay wants to stay in Detroit
Lions receiver Kenny Golladay has struggled through an injury-plagued season, one that has led to speculation that he wants out. Golladay says that’s not the case. “I want to be here, like the city, like what’s going on,” Golladay said, via Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press. Golladay says he’d love to stay in [more]...2020
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• Matthew Stafford’s wife says house sale is for safety of kids
Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford is selling his house, but according to his wife, it’s only for the safety of their children. Via Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press, Kelly Stafford said in a video posted to social media that it wasn’t for any reason related to football. “No speculation is needed,” she said. “We’re [more]...2020
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• Lions GM Bob Quinn emphatically shoots down Matthew Stafford trade rumors
The Detroit Lions hold the third overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft, and there has been some speculation that they could look to trade Matthew Stafford and select a quarterback at that spot. According to Lions general manager Bob Quinn, the first part is not going to happen. A report from WDIV-TV in Detroit late Wednesday night claimed the Lions have been in discussions about trading Stafford ...2020
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• Glover Quin undecided on playing in 2019
Lions safety Glover Quin does not know yet if he will play in the NFL in 2019, according to the Detroit Free Press’ Dave Birkett. When asked by reporters if he would be returning next season, the veteran defender responded by saying, “I don’t know. We’ll see.” Asked if he would consider another place to play besides Detroit, he answered, “I don’t know. Depends on the situation.” Quin, who turns 3...2018
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