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That’s more like it.  After a week of being called pretenders following a one-sided loss to the Chicago Bears, the Detroit Lions bounced back in a big way on Saturday night. Looking better on both sides of the ball, they took out their frustrations on the Denver Broncos (7-7), winning going away, 42-17.  While the

I always say that I never want to lie to you guys. So I’m going to be brutally honest. This was a tough week for me from a mental health standpoint. I fully realize I brough a lot of that on myself because after a very bad game from Goff, I took to social media

On Saturday, the Denver Broncos, led by their star quarterback Russell Wilson, went against the Detroit Lions in their week 15 matchup. Ahead of the Broncos’ tough road game, the Lions were involved in some mind plays as they continuously played Future’s songs while Wilson was warming up at Ford Field. Future is the ex-boyfriend

We are getting even closer to game time for the Detroit Lions. They’ll take on the Broncos at 8:15 tonight. The big question going into this one is whether or not Taylor Decker and Frank Ragnow will play.  The answer is yes. Both are good to go after some injury scares this week. The Lions

The Detroit Lions announced Saturday that they’ve officially elevated DL Bruce Irvin and K Michael Badgley to their active roster for Week 15.  Irvin, 36, is a former first-round pick of the Seahawks back in 2012. He spent four years in Seattle before signing a four-year, $37 million contract that included $19 million guaranteed with

Detroit Lions quarterback Teddy Bridgewater has made a major decision regarding his football future. The veteran quarterback told Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press that he intends to retire at the end of the 2023 season. Bridgewater admitted he had nearly retired prior to this season, but decided to come to Detroit in order

Detroit Lions quarterback Teddy Bridgewater made it known that he plans to retire from the NFL after this season in a discussion with Detroit Free Press Lions beat writer Dave Birkett on Saturday. After nine years in the NFL, Bridgewater plans to move back to Florida and coach high school football.  Here’s where things get interesting

The Detroit Lions have hit a rough patch in recent weeks. They have lost two out of their last three games, providing the Minnesota Vikings with a chance to climb back into the NFC North divisional title race. The rivals will face off twice in the final three weeks of the season, which will go

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is expected to be the most sought after head coaching candidate in the NFL this offseason. Whenever the Lions season ends, Ben Johnson season will begin around the NFL. We just took a massive step towards Johnson being gone on Friday though.  The Los Angeles Chargers have fired head

Week 15 is off to an exciting start after the Las Vegas Raiders scored 63 points Thursday in a rout of the Los Angeles Chargers, who fired head coach Brandon Staley on Friday. Here are five players to watch this weekend, including two rookies set up to have big days: SATURDAY’S POSTGAME HEADLINE TODAY |

True, we provide you with all you need to make smart bets. But some of you would just rather do it yourself. We get it. So here you go. Sort through each game and come to your own conclusions. Good luck! Saturday games Minnesota Vikings (7-6) at Cincinnati Bengals (7-6): Nick Mullens starts for the 18th

It’s a beautiful thing when the NFL has some Saturday games, and it’s made even better when all three games offer up some fantastic value for player props. We’ve got a pick for each game here for a strong Week 15 start. T.J. Hockenson over 52.5 receiving yards (-115 ESPN) Before I get to why

C.J. Gardner-Johnson suffered a torn pectoral muscle in Week 2, altering his chance to impress this season and command a more lucrative deal for the 2024 season. Months later, the Lions safety has a chance to come back. Rumored to not be shutting down his effort to play again this season, the fifth-year DB is indeed

A big reason why the Detroit Lions have experienced a little bit of a slide in recent weeks has been the performance of their defense. The Lions started off the season hot on that side of the ball, complementing their explosive offense well. But, over the last weeks, they have begun regressing, looking more like

The 2023 fantasy football playoffs are upon us, so we’re tailoring our starts and sits toward fantasy managers who have clinched a postseason berth. With that, here’s what to do about a few players who you may be on the fence about locking into your starting lineup for Week 15.  Quarterbacks Start: Matthew Stafford, Los

Detroit Lions safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson fired back at Cam Newton on Wednesday over some comments the ex-NFL MVP made about current Lions quarterback Jared Goff. On his podcast, Newton gave his assessment of several top quarterbacks. However, the former Carolina Panthers star was less-than-complimentary of numerous top-end quarterbacks. Newton termed Brock Purdy, Tua Tagovailoa, Dak

Detroit Lions rookie tight end Sam LaPorta has impressed this season, and he was humble when he was asked about approaching the records for receptions and yards for a rookie tight end. “I mean, to put your name in conversation with other great players and hopefully you stay on that track for a decade plus,

I often feel like my parents have no idea what I do for a living. They’re always asking if I have tickets to the game or if I’m bringing my wife to the away game or if she’s allowed in the press box. I have never felt more like I couldn’t explain my job to

The NFC North race is coming to a head with the entire division still mathematically alive for the postseason with four weeks remaining. Here are our Week 15 predictions:  Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-7) at Green Bay Packers (6-7): The Packers have 14 players in total on their injury report ahead of their matchup with the

Potholes are becoming a common theme as the Detroit Lions map their route to the playoffs and their first division title in 30 years. The Lions control the NFC North but must clear more obstacles to reach their desired postseason destination. They host the surging Denver Broncos on Saturday night with plenty at stake. The