The last time the Detroit Lions had the No. 6 pick in the NFL draft, they kept their plans so secret even the player they picked was surprised to get a phone call telling him he was coming to Detroit. “Darryl Rogers called me and said, ‘Hey, congratulations, you are a Detroit Lion,’ and I
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Allen Park — In his first public comments since withdrawing his name from head coaching interview opportunities, Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson joined a podcast on the team’s official website and detailed his experiences being considered for top jobs, the interview process and why he’s more than happy to remain with the Lions in
Former Detroit Lions defensive back Stanley Wilson died earlier this month, according to TMZ. He was just 40 years old. Wilson collapsed at Metropolitan State Hospital in Los Angeles County on Feb. 1. He was in the process of being transferred to the facility after being declared incompetent to stand trail for twice breaking into a
Former Detroit Lions defensive back Stanley Wilson has died at the age of 40, the team confirmed on Wednesday. According to TMZ, Wilson died while being transferred from Los Angeles County jail to a hospital that specializes in mental health on Feb. 1. Wilson collapsed during the intake process and eventually died, according to the
Despite some notable second-half improvements, the Detroit Lions still finished with the worst-ranked defense in the NFL last season, allowing 392.4 yards per game. So as the slew of national draft analysts project what the team will do with its two first-round picks come April, it should come as no surprise many will have the
Now that that’s over, and you’ve had your fun imagining the Detroit Lions sharing the field with the Vikings, Eagles and the 49ers and the Chiefs, next season officially begins, and it’s time to consider what the Lions need to make a run to the playoffs — and maybe one in the playoffs. But that’s
Nearly four years removed from his last NFL coaching position, former Detroit Lions head coach Jim Caldwell is joining Frank Reich’s staff with the Carolina Panthers as a senior defensive assistant, according to multiple reports. Caldwell, who posted a 36-28 record in four seasons with the Lions, briefly served as quarterbacks coach and assistant head
Several years ago, I was in the Detroit Lions locker room speaking with cornerbacks about the changing nature of the NFL and how much more of a pass-friendly league it had become. Chris Houston listed all the benefits offenses enjoyed. More stringent rules against hitting the quarterback were being instituted. Very little contact was allowed
Ten thoughts on the Kansas City’s Super Bowl win over the Philadelphia Eagles, and what’s in store for 2023: Mahomes’ career best ever to this point It’s not hyperbole to say Patrick Mahomes is off to the greatest start by a player in NFL history. In five years as a starter, Mahomes has five 12-win
The Kansas City Chiefs are the latest Super Bowl champions. Now, could the Lions’ actually be next in line? Detroit, it turns out, has some early believers in the Vegas oddsmakers, who late Sunday night listed the Lions as the ninth-favorite to be hoisting the Lombardi Trophy a year from now, according to early odds
While metro Detroit prepares for the April return of the Michigan Panthers in Year 2 of the USFL’s reboot — now with games at Ford Field! — there’s another league revving up a reboot beginning next weekend. It’s time for the XFL, Version 3.0, which kicks off Feb. 18 in Arlington, Texas (and elsewhere). The
After ranking near the top of the NFL in games lost due to player injuries for the second straight year, the Detroit Lions will have a new director of player health and performance in 2023. Arizona Cardinals physical therapist consultant Brett Fischer announced on social media he is leaving to become director of player health
Jerry Green | Special to The Detroit News The Super Bowl is not quite Hamlet, but close. It is supposed to be pure theater. Drama. Unscripted.. On a shiny, vast, bright green stage. With thespians in the major roles. It is not comedy. Yet! Stuff happens! Once upon a time, the Super Bowl featured comedy in
Lamar Jackson, Detroit Lions. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images) The Ravens reportedly could eye a Lamar Jackson trade that is heavy on draft picks after Baltimore franchise tags the QB and these teams should be ready. Lamar Jackson almost definitely won’t hit free agency in the 2023 season. The plan appears to be for the
With the Super Bowl on deck for this weekend, and free agency a little more than a month away, we had a window to churn out a Detroit Lions mailbag. So, let’s see what’s on your mind. ▶ Question: In your mock draft you just wrote, you mocked Bijan Robinson to Detroit at 18. If Bijan
Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and rookie defensive end Aidan Hutchinson both finished as runner-ups for year-end awards, announced the “NFL Honors” Thursday evening. Johnson finished behind former San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans for Assistant Coach of the Year. He received 35 of 50 first-place votes after leading the No. 1 scoring
Aidan Hutchinson joined FanSided on behalf of Courtyard by Marriott and the Super Bowl Sleepover contest at State Farm Stadium. Even after a season where he took home Pepsi Zero Sugar Rookie of the Year honors, Detroit Lions defensive powerhouse Aidan Hutchinson is still hungry. Luckily, if he wants food, he can just zip down the highway
It’s tempting to imagine the Lions could beat either Super Bowl team, but fans should resist the urge to dream of a title as early as next season because they don’t have a record of sustained success. On Sunday, you’re going to plop yourself down on a couch. You’ll grab some chips and guac and
Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and rookie defensive end Aidan Hutchinson both finished as runner-ups for year-end awards, announced the “NFL Honors” Thursday evening. Johnson finished behind former San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans for Assistant Coach of the Year. He received 35 of 50 first-place votes after leading the No. 1 scoring
Aidan Hutchinson said being passed over for the first pick in last year’s NFL draft “will stick with me forever.” Now, the Detroit Lions defensive end has another sleight to use for motivation. Hutchinson, the second pick of last year’s draft, finished second in NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year voting announced Thursday, behind New