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Allen Park — Jeff Okudah was trying to keep a positive mindset following the immediate evaluation of his injured leg from last year’s season opener, but as he eased himself into his aunt’s car outside of Ford Field after the game, an emotional wave washed over the Detroit Lions cornerback. “The second I got into the

Allen Park — We’re nearing the summer break for the NFL, that dead period between the end of OTAs and the start of training camp at the end of July. With that, I’ll also be looking to take a little time away. But before I go, I thought I’d clear out the mailbag one last time,

Allen Park — The Detroit Lions added defensive line depth on Tuesday, claiming John Cominsky off waivers from the Atlanta Falcons. A fourth-round draft pick out of Charleston in 2019, the 6-foot-5, 285-pound Cominsky played sparingly as a rookie, logging just 100 defensive snaps across 10 games. That grew to nearly 400 snaps in his second season, where he

A Plymouth native from a football family was crowned Miss Michigan on Saturday. Aria Hutchinson, 23, competed against 77 candidates at the McMorran Entertainment Center in Port Huron before advancing to the top six and finally being crowned by last year’s winner, Taylor Hale. Hutchinson will represent the state at the Miss USA 2022 pageant in November. Hutchinson graduated

Allen Park — Heading into the offseason, it seemed likely the Detroit Lions would aggressively seek to improve the team’s linebacker corps through either a splash addition in free agency or utilizing an early-round draft pick. Instead, the Lions took a far more conservative approach to address the perceived need. First, they brought back veterans Alex Anzalone

Allen Park — Heading into the offseason, it seemed likely the Detroit Lions would aggressively seek to improve the team’s linebacker corps through either a splash addition in free agency or utilizing an early-round draft pick. Instead, the Lions took a far more conservative approach to address the perceived need. First, they brought back veterans Alex Anzalone

Continuing to fill the offseason void familiarizing ourselves with the Detroit Lions’ newest additions, we’re taking a closer look at linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez’s film this week. ► Games watched: at Boise State (Sept. 18), at Texas (Oct. 16), vs. Oklahoma (Nov. 27), vs. Baylor (Big 12 Championship, Dec. 4), vs. Notre Dame (Fiesta Bowl, Jan. 1)

Allen Park — They were both nervous, albeit for slightly different reasons. Back in early February, Aaron Glenn was waiting anxiously for the phone call of a lifetime, as one of two finalists for an NFL head-coaching job with the New Orleans Saints. Dan Campbell was waiting on that same call, really. But beyond what

Allen Park — In the early days of training camp during Ifeatu Melifonwu’s rookie season, Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn was asked if he had given any thought to trying the supersized, athletic cornerback at safety. Glenn didn’t hesitate, saying he’d be a bad coach if he put that much responsibility on a rookie’s plate. Melifonwu

Allen Park — The Detroit Lions had their first open OTA practice on Thursday at their practice facility. Here are some notes and observations: ► It’s been three seasons since the Lions have had a defender tally 3.0 sacks in a game, but first-round draft pick Aidan Hutchinson managed to record sacks on three consecutive plays during a

Allen Park — It’s early, months before he’ll play his first game as a member of the Detroit Lions, but rookie defensive end Aidan Hutchinson is universally being described as advertised by the teammates and the coaching staff. “Here’s my initial read, everything that we thought we were getting shows up, not just in practice but

Continuing to fill the offseason void familiarizing ourselves with the Detroit Lions’ newest additions, we shift our attention this week to wide receiver Jameson Williams. The team traded up 20 spots to secure the speedy, productive wideout in the first round of last month’s NFL Draft. We’ve seen the highlights and read what others have had to

In a continued effort to address the league’s lack of head-coaching and front-office diversity, the NFL announced plans for an inaugural leadership development program on Thursday, aiming to help build and strengthen the pipeline for female and minority candidates. The NFL announced 60 participants will participate in the two-day program, which will take place next week, coinciding

Allen Park — As he walked off the field following Friday’s rookie minicamp practice, Kalil Pimpleton scanned his surroundings and let the moment sink in for the first time. The former Muskegon High School star and Central Michigan standout has grown accustomed to shades of red, but the waves of Honolulu blue washed over him. The blue-accented

Karen Guregian |  Boston Herald During a video conference with the media Monday, both Joe Judge and ex-Lions coach Matt Patricia acknowledged now having roles with the Patriots’ offense. Judge, the former head coach of the New York Giants, and former special teams coach with the Patriots, confirmed reports he was working with the quarterbacks. Patricia,

Allen Park — The six players the Detroit Lions signed in free agency officially received uniform numbers on Monday. Best known for belonging to Jason Hanson, DJ Chark will wear No. 4 with the Lions. During his four years in Jacksonville, the veteran receiver sported the No. 17, after donning No. 7 while playing for LSU. In

Allen Park — In the Detroit Lions’ search for fiery competitors to build a culture around, they stumbled upon a rookie linebacker in Malcolm Rodriguez who has never done well with losing. As a sophomore at Wagoner (Okla.) High School, Rodriguez finishing second in the state wrestling championships in the 152-pound weight class. That’s a remarkable accomplishment

Allen Park — The Detroit Lions have signed linebacker Natrez Patrick after the young veteran received an extended tryout as part of the team’s rookie minicamp over the weekend. Patrick attended the University of Georgia, appearing in 44 games for the Bulldogs from 2015-19, including 26 starts. The 6-foot-3, 242-pounder tallied 160 tackles (14.0 for a loss) during his

Allen Park — Immediately after he was drafted by the Detroit Lions, wide receiver Jameson Williams showed little emotion in an interview with the NFL Network, and he was similarly subdued the next day at his introductory press conference at the team’s practice facility. Human nature being what it is, it left many fans speculating Williams

Allen Park — Last year, Dan Campbell humorously established a no-turd policy for the roster. This year, ahead of the second day of the Detroit Lions rookie minicamp, the coach was decrying “floaters.” Regardless of his colorful terminology, the message is consistent. The Lions only want players willing to give everything they have every day. “Listen, I can’t