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‘My past is my past, I live it,’ Texans’ John Metchie III soaks up moment of first touchdown, not beating leukemia
Read full article: ‘My past is my past, I live it,’ Texans’ John Metchie III soaks up moment of first touchdown, not beating leukemiaTexans wide receiver caught first NFL touchdown pass
What happened on Texans tackle Tytus Howard’s strange forced fumble on C.J. Stroud? ‘He wasn’t trying to take the ball’
Read full article: What happened on Texans tackle Tytus Howard’s strange forced fumble on C.J. Stroud? ‘He wasn’t trying to take the ball’Texans tackle inadvertently took football from C.J. Stroud
Jake Bates makes 52-yarder as time expires, Lions overcome Jared Goff's 5 INTs to beat Texans 26-23
Read full article: Jake Bates makes 52-yarder as time expires, Lions overcome Jared Goff's 5 INTs to beat Texans 26-23Jake Bates made a 52-yard field goal as time expired, and the Detroit Lions overcame a career-high five interceptions by Jared Goff to rally for a 26-23 win over the Houston Texans.
Tony Dungy interacts with Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud: ‘Tremendous talent, great role model’
Read full article: Tony Dungy interacts with Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud: ‘Tremendous talent, great role model’Texans quarterback, retired Super Bowl winning coach, NBC analyst interact at practice
Kerby Joseph's pick-6 helps Lions beat Packers 24-14 and take command of NFC North
Read full article: Kerby Joseph's pick-6 helps Lions beat Packers 24-14 and take command of NFC NorthKerby Joseph scored on a 27-yard interception return and the Detroit Lions converted two fourth downs into touchdowns as they continued one of the best starts in franchise history by beating the Green Bay Packers 24-14.
Police investigate handling of a traffic stop involving Lions WR Jameson Williams and a gun
Read full article: Police investigate handling of a traffic stop involving Lions WR Jameson Williams and a gunPolice in Detroit are conducting an internal investigation after Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams was not locked up following a traffic stop despite the discovery of a gun under his seat.
Lions top previously unbeaten Vikings 31-29 on late FG to cap NFC North thriller
Read full article: Lions top previously unbeaten Vikings 31-29 on late FG to cap NFC North thrillerJake Bates kicked a 44-yard field goal with 15 seconds left to lift the Detroit Lions to a 31-29 victory that handed the Minnesota Vikings their first loss in a back-and-forth game befitting of the NFL’s strongest division.
Lions sign DT Alim McNeill to $97 million, 4-year deal in franchise's latest investment
Read full article: Lions sign DT Alim McNeill to $97 million, 4-year deal in franchise's latest investmentThe Detroit Lions have decided to make defensive tackle Alim McNeill their latest investment, retaining a key player with a long-term deal.
Jared Goff throws 3 TD passes, Lions win 47-9 and hand Cowboys another lopsided home loss
Read full article: Jared Goff throws 3 TD passes, Lions win 47-9 and hand Cowboys another lopsided home lossJared Goff threw for 315 yards and three touchdowns after his completion streak ended on his first throw, and the Detroit Lions blew out Dallas 47-9.
Aidan Hutchinson likely down 4-6 months with broken leg, Lions coach Dan Campbell says
Read full article: Aidan Hutchinson likely down 4-6 months with broken leg, Lions coach Dan Campbell saysDetroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson had successful surgery to repair a fractured tibia and fibula he sustained against the Dallas Cowboys.
Goff's perfect night and Daniels' fast start contribute to record pace for completion percentage
Read full article: Goff's perfect night and Daniels' fast start contribute to record pace for completion percentageJared Goff and Jayden Daniels have put up record-breaking performances in recent weeks when it comes to completing passes at a high rate.
Jared Goff makes 1st NFL TD reception and throws for 2 TDs in Lions' 42-29 win over Seahawks
Read full article: Jared Goff makes 1st NFL TD reception and throws for 2 TDs in Lions' 42-29 win over SeahawksJared Goff threw a perfect game, setting an NFL record by completing all 18 of his passes to help the Detroit Lions beat the Seattle Seahawks 42-29 Monday night.
Hall of Famer Joe Schmidt, who helped Detroit Lions win 2 NFL titles, dies at 92
Read full article: Hall of Famer Joe Schmidt, who helped Detroit Lions win 2 NFL titles, dies at 92Joe Schmidt, the Hall of Fame linebacker who helped the Detroit Lions win NFL championships in 1953 and 1957 and later coached the team, has died.
Montgomery's 1-yard touchdown run in OT lifts Lions to 26-20 win over Rams
Read full article: Montgomery's 1-yard touchdown run in OT lifts Lions to 26-20 win over RamsDavid Montgomery scored on a 1-yard touchdown run in overtime, lifting the Detroit Lions to a 26-20 win over the Matthew Stafford-led Los Angeles Rams in a rematch of an NFC wild-card game.
Steelers QB Russell Wilson dealing with calf tightness as Week 1 trip to Atlanta looms
Read full article: Steelers QB Russell Wilson dealing with calf tightness as Week 1 trip to Atlanta loomsPittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson is dealing with calf tightness again, putting his status for the opener at Atlanta in question.
Patrick Mahomes wants better start for Chiefs, more Week 1 magic when Ravens visit Thursday night
Read full article: Patrick Mahomes wants better start for Chiefs, more Week 1 magic when Ravens visit Thursday nightThe Kansas City Chiefs insist they are not thinking about last year’s opener against Detroit, when they played flat in a loss to the Lions.
The Chiefs' pursuit of a 3-peat is the hot topic among many storylines entering 2024 NFL season
Read full article: The Chiefs' pursuit of a 3-peat is the hot topic among many storylines entering 2024 NFL seasonPatrick Mahomes and the Chiefs chasing history will be the hottest topic throughout the NFL season.
Giants taking historic number out of retirement for rookie receiver Malik Nabers
Read full article: Giants taking historic number out of retirement for rookie receiver Malik NabersThe New York Giants are putting their first retired number back into service for sensational rookie receiver Malik Nabers.
Russell Wilson, Justin Fields lead TD drives for Steelers in 24-17 loss to Lions in preseason finale
Read full article: Russell Wilson, Justin Fields lead TD drives for Steelers in 24-17 loss to Lions in preseason finaleRussell Wilson and Justin Fields led touchdown drives for the Pittsburgh Steelers, who lost 24-17 to the Detroit Lions in the preseason finale for both teams.
Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes completes behind-the-back pass to Travis Kelce in preseason game vs Detroit
Read full article: Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes completes behind-the-back pass to Travis Kelce in preseason game vs DetroitPatrick Mahomes completed a behind-the-back pass to longtime tight end Travis Kelce on the Kansas City Chiefs’ second drive against the Detroit Lions on Saturday, injecting a little bit of life into the preseason game.
Lions coach Dan Campbell says leg injury to Jahmyr Gibbs is going to be 'fine'
Read full article: Lions coach Dan Campbell says leg injury to Jahmyr Gibbs is going to be 'fine'Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs, dressed in shorts, watched training camp from the sideline on Wednesday after he left practice earlier in the week with a leg injury.
Gray runs for 2 touchdowns as the Giants beat the Lions 14-3 in a preseason game with few starters
Read full article: Gray runs for 2 touchdowns as the Giants beat the Lions 14-3 in a preseason game with few startersTommy DeVito replaced an injured Drew Lock late in the first quarter and led New York on two first-half scoring drives that Eric Gray capped with runs of 48 and 1 yard as the Giants beat the Detroit Lions 14-3 in a preseason opener limited to mostly backups.
Lions lose K Michael Badgley to a season-ending injury, giving UFL star Jake Bates chance to win job
Read full article: Lions lose K Michael Badgley to a season-ending injury, giving UFL star Jake Bates chance to win jobDetroit Lions kicker Michael Badgley will miss the season with a significant injury, leaving United Football League sensation Jake Bates as the front-runner for the job.
Former Chiefs lineman Isaiah Buggs sentenced to hard labor in Alabama on animal cruelty charges
Read full article: Former Chiefs lineman Isaiah Buggs sentenced to hard labor in Alabama on animal cruelty chargesFormer Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs has been convicted on two counts of misdemeanor animal cruelty charges.
NFL suspends Steelers CB Cam Sutton for 8 games for violating the league's personal conduct policy
Read full article: NFL suspends Steelers CB Cam Sutton for 8 games for violating the league's personal conduct policyThe NFL has suspended Pittsburgh Steelers safety Cam Sutton for the first eight games of the 2024 season for violating the league’s personal conduct policy.
Kansas governor signs bills enabling effort to entice Chiefs and Royals with new stadiums
Read full article: Kansas governor signs bills enabling effort to entice Chiefs and Royals with new stadiumsKansas' governor has signed legislation enabling the state to lure the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs and Major League Baseball’s Royals away from neighboring Missouri.
Detroit Lions officially sign All-UFL kicker Jake Bates to two-year $1.98 million deal with $150,000 guaranteed
Read full article: Detroit Lions officially sign All-UFL kicker Jake Bates to two-year $1.98 million deal with $150,000 guaranteedTomball graduate signing two-year, $1.98 million deal with Detroit Lions
Vikings seek new deal with Justin Jefferson; star WR absent so far from workouts, AP source says
Read full article: Vikings seek new deal with Justin Jefferson; star WR absent so far from workouts, AP source saysMinnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson was absent on Monday when the Vikings held their first of 10 allowable organized team activities, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
Lions and QB Jared Goff agree on $212M, 4-year extension with $170M guaranteed, AP source says
Read full article: Lions and QB Jared Goff agree on $212M, 4-year extension with $170M guaranteed, AP source saysA person familiar with the situation says the Detroit Lions and quarterback Jared Goff have agreed to a $212 million, four-year contract extension.
Eminem teases new album ‘The Death of Slim Shady’ during NFL Draft
Read full article: Eminem teases new album ‘The Death of Slim Shady’ during NFL DraftThe city of Detroit is having a pretty good week so far, but you could now argue that Eminem is having just as good of a week, if not better!
Lions, St. Brown agree to 4-year deal worth more than $120M with $77M guaranteed, AP source says
Read full article: Lions, St. Brown agree to 4-year deal worth more than $120M with $77M guaranteed, AP source saysThe Detroit Lions and wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown have agreed to a four-year contract extension worth more than $120 million with $77 million in guarantees, according to a person familiar with the situation.
Another uniform leak? Texans react as possible new ‘H’ helmet video emerges
Read full article: Another uniform leak? Texans react as possible new ‘H’ helmet video emergesWe’re just a few days away from the Houston Texans’ official uniform release party, and one of the new alternate helmets might have hit social media earlier than expected.
Former NFL defensive back Cameron Sutton turns himself in after weeks of evading law enforcement
Read full article: Former NFL defensive back Cameron Sutton turns himself in after weeks of evading law enforcementCameron Sutton has turned himself in, ending a weekslong search for a former NFL defensive back who was wanted for a domestic violence warrant.
Bears wide receiver Keenan Allen said Texans, Jets were involved in trade discussions, sources say Texans made an offer
Read full article: Bears wide receiver Keenan Allen said Texans, Jets were involved in trade discussions, sources say Texans made an offerWide receiver went to Bears in trade from Chargers
Lions extend the contracts of coach Dan Campbell and general manager Brad Holmes
Read full article: Lions extend the contracts of coach Dan Campbell and general manager Brad HolmesWith the franchise coming off its best season in 32 years, the Detroit Lions have extended the contracts of coach Dan Campbell and general manager Brad Holmes through the 2027 season.
Browns are adding Jameis Winston to back up Deshaun Watson, AP source says
Read full article: Browns are adding Jameis Winston to back up Deshaun Watson, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the negotiations says the Cleveland Browns have agreed to sign quarterback Jameis Winston as a backup for Deshaun Watson.
NFL free agency explained from salary cap and tampering to franchise and transition tags
Read full article: NFL free agency explained from salary cap and tampering to franchise and transition tagsThe NFL’s free agency frenzy kicks off Monday with a 52-hour legal tampering period ahead of the official start of the league year on Wednesday.
Failed 4th downs contribute to blown lead for Lions in NFC title game loss to 49ers
Read full article: Failed 4th downs contribute to blown lead for Lions in NFC title game loss to 49ersThe aggressiveness that characterized the turnaround for the Detroit Lions under coach Dan Campbell backfired at the worst possible time.
Brock Purdy, 49ers rally from 17 points down, beat Lions 34-31 to advance to Super Bowl
Read full article: Brock Purdy, 49ers rally from 17 points down, beat Lions 34-31 to advance to Super BowlBrock Purdy threw for 267 yards and a touchdown, and the San Francisco 49ers rallied from 17 points down at halftime to beat the Detroit Lions 34-31 and reach the Super Bowl.
How to watch Detroit Lions vs. San Francisco 49ers in NFC championship: Channel, livestream, time
Read full article: How to watch Detroit Lions vs. San Francisco 49ers in NFC championship: Channel, livestream, timeThe Detroit Lions are just one win away from the first Super Bowl appearance in franchise history.
Watch Jared Goff’s hilarious prank on college football team in viral video
Read full article: Watch Jared Goff’s hilarious prank on college football team in viral videoBack in 2018, Goff showed up to a spring practice for the Ventura College football team in Ventura, California, and helped the coaches have a little fun with the team.
Lions-49ers game features 2 of the NFL's top 3 offenses, but San Francisco has big edge on defense
Read full article: Lions-49ers game features 2 of the NFL's top 3 offenses, but San Francisco has big edge on defenseThe San Francisco 49ers are back in a familiar spot facing a Detroit Lions team new to this stage.
Conference title games are old hat for Chiefs and 49ers and new stage for Baltimore and Lions
Read full article: Conference title games are old hat for Chiefs and 49ers and new stage for Baltimore and LionsFor the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers, getting to the conference title game is becoming old hat.
Led by Chiefs-Bills thriller, NFL divisional round averages record 40 million viewers
Read full article: Led by Chiefs-Bills thriller, NFL divisional round averages record 40 million viewersLast weekend’s four NFL divisional round playoff games averaged 40.0 million viewers on television and digital platforms, the highest on record dating back to 1988.
Jared Goff throws 2 TD passes, Lions advance to NFC title game with 31-23 win over Buccaneers
Read full article: Jared Goff throws 2 TD passes, Lions advance to NFC title game with 31-23 win over BuccaneersJared Goff threw two touchdown passes and the Detroit Lions beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-23 in a divisional-round playoff game, lifting the long-suffering franchise into the NFC championship for the first time in 32 years and just the second time in franchise history.
Lions finally giving fans, including Eminem, chance to cheer for a winner after decades of futility
Read full article: Lions finally giving fans, including Eminem, chance to cheer for a winner after decades of futilityEminem stood alongside Pro Football Hall of Famers Barry Sanders and Calvin Johnson before the Detroit Lions hosted a playoff game for the first time in three decades, soaking up an electric atmosphere at Ford Field.
Jared Goff leads Lions to first playoff win in 32 years, 24-23 over Matthew Stafford and the Rams
Read full article: Jared Goff leads Lions to first playoff win in 32 years, 24-23 over Matthew Stafford and the RamsJared Goff threw for a touchdown and completed a game-sealing first down against the team that cast him away, and the Detroit Lions won a playoff game for the first time in 32 years, beating Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams 24-23.
Playoff-bound Lions lose record-breaking rookie Sam LaPorta to knee injury in 30-20 win over Vikings
Read full article: Playoff-bound Lions lose record-breaking rookie Sam LaPorta to knee injury in 30-20 win over VikingsSam LaPorta had a 2-yard touchdown catch midway through the first quarter but later limped off the field with a knee injury in the Detroit Lions' 30-20 win over the Minnesota Vikings.
Lions rookie TE Sam LaPorta's knee injury is 'not good news,' coach Dan Campbell says
Read full article: Lions rookie TE Sam LaPorta's knee injury is 'not good news,' coach Dan Campbell saysDetroit Lions rookie tight end Sam LaPorta limped off the field after appearing to hurt his left knee against Minnesota and was later taken toward the locker room on a cart.
Lions take issue with officials after potential winning 2-point pass is negated by penalty
Read full article: Lions take issue with officials after potential winning 2-point pass is negated by penaltyThe Detroit Lions have been left feeling as a victory was taken away when a potential winning 2-point conversion was negated by officials.
Cowboys deny Lions on 2-point try for 20-19 win to extend home win streak to 16
Read full article: Cowboys deny Lions on 2-point try for 20-19 win to extend home win streak to 16CeeDee Lamb had a 92-yard touchdown catch, and Dallas denied the Detroit Lions in a crazy sequence of 2-point conversion attempts in the final seconds of the Cowboys' 20-19 victory.
Amari Cooper's record-setting day highlights a milestone week for NFL wide receivers
Read full article: Amari Cooper's record-setting day highlights a milestone week for NFL wide receiversSeveral wide receivers had milestone performances this past week, but no one could do what Amari Cooper did for the Cleveland Browns.
Jared Goff throws 5 TD passes as NFC North-leading Lions bounce back, beat Broncos 42-17
Read full article: Jared Goff throws 5 TD passes as NFC North-leading Lions bounce back, beat Broncos 42-17Jared Goff matched a career high with five touchdown passes, three to rookie tight end Sam LaPorta, and the Detroit Lions routed the Denver Broncos 42-17.
Roger Goodell says football will become a global sport in a decade
Read full article: Roger Goodell says football will become a global sport in a decadeNFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says he sees football becoming a global sport within the next decade and that his league is at the forefront of that effort.
Chain crew member dislocated his knee during Lions-Saints game
Read full article: Chain crew member dislocated his knee during Lions-Saints gameA member of the chain crew at a game between Detroit and New Orleans was taken to a hospital with a dislocated knee that occurred when Saints running back Alvin Kamara was tackled into him.
Sam LaPorta has career day for Lions, Saints QB Derek Carr hurt as Detroit wins 33-28
Read full article: Sam LaPorta has career day for Lions, Saints QB Derek Carr hurt as Detroit wins 33-28Sam LaPorta had career highs of nine catches for 140 yards, including an early touchdown and a crucial first-down snag in the final minutes, and the Detroit Lions beat the reeling New Orleans Saints 33-28.
Love ties career high with 3 TD passes, leads Packers to 29-22 win over NFC North-leading Lions
Read full article: Love ties career high with 3 TD passes, leads Packers to 29-22 win over NFC North-leading LionsJordan Love set the tone with a 53-yard pass to Christian Watson on the first snap and finished with a career-high-tying three touchdowns, leading the Green Bay Packers to a 29-22 win over the NFC North-leading Detroit Lions on Thursday.
Typical NFL also-rans surge toward playoff position in topsy-turvy season
Read full article: Typical NFL also-rans surge toward playoff position in topsy-turvy seasonThe way this NFL season is going so far, there’s a decent chance there could be a first-time Super Bowl participant for the first time since the 2008 season when Arizona became the 28th franchise to reach the big game.
NFC North-leading Lions rally from 12-point deficit late to beat Bears 31-26 on Montgomery's TD run
Read full article: NFC North-leading Lions rally from 12-point deficit late to beat Bears 31-26 on Montgomery's TD runDavid Montgomery's go-ahead 1-yard touchdown run with 29 seconds left against his former team lifted the Detroit Lions to a 31-26 comeback victory over Justin Fields and the Chicago Bears.
Goff, Lions outlast Herbert, Chargers 41-38 on Patterson's last-second field goal
Read full article: Goff, Lions outlast Herbert, Chargers 41-38 on Patterson's last-second field goalJared Goff threw for 333 yards and two touchdowns, Riley Patterson kicked a 41-yard, game-winning field goal as time expired, and the Detroit Lions prevailed in a 41-38 shootout over the Los Angeles Chargers.
World Series averaged 9.11 million viewers, making it the least-watched Fall Classic in TV history
Read full article: World Series averaged 9.11 million viewers, making it the least-watched Fall Classic in TV historyThe Texas Rangers' 5-0 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks for their first championship on Wednesday night drew the largest audience of this World Series.
Lions lean on Jahmyr Gibbs' legs, Jared Goff's arm in 26-14 win over offensively challenged Raiders
Read full article: Lions lean on Jahmyr Gibbs' legs, Jared Goff's arm in 26-14 win over offensively challenged RaidersRookie Jahmyr Gibbs ran for a season-high 152 yards and a touchdown, Jared Goff threw for 272 yards with a score, and the Detroit Lions beat the Las Vegas Raiders 26-14.
Lions hope Jared Goff bounces back, Raiders welcome return of Jimmy Garoppolo on Monday night
Read full article: Lions hope Jared Goff bounces back, Raiders welcome return of Jimmy Garoppolo on Monday nightJared Goff has been more than a stopgap quarterback for the Detroit Lions since they acquired him and three draft picks from the Los Angeles Rams in a blockbuster trade.
Lamar Jackson almost flawless as Ravens rout Lions 38-6 in a matchup of division leaders
Read full article: Lamar Jackson almost flawless as Ravens rout Lions 38-6 in a matchup of division leadersLamar Jackson guided Baltimore to touchdowns on its first four possessions of a dominant first half, and the Ravens trounced the Detroit Lions 38-6.
NFL revises gambling policy, reinstates Detroit's Jameson Williams and 2 other suspended players
Read full article: NFL revises gambling policy, reinstates Detroit's Jameson Williams and 2 other suspended playersThe NFL has revised its gambling policy and is reinstating three players who previously received longer suspensions.
David Montgomery runs wild as Lions beat Packers 34-20 to take early command of NFC North
Read full article: David Montgomery runs wild as Lions beat Packers 34-20 to take early command of NFC NorthDavid Montgomery rushed for 121 yards and three touchdowns, and the Detroit Lions asserted themselves as the team to beat in the NFC North, beating the Green Bay Packers 34-20.
Pro Picks: Lions get another win in Lambeau after ending Aaron Rodgers' career with the Packers
Read full article: Pro Picks: Lions get another win in Lambeau after ending Aaron Rodgers' career with the PackersThe Detroit Lions are going back to Lambeau Field for the first time since ending Aaron Rodgers’ career in Green Bay.
Chiefs optimistic that TE Travis Kelce will be back from knee injury Sunday in Jacksonville
Read full article: Chiefs optimistic that TE Travis Kelce will be back from knee injury Sunday in JacksonvilleThe Kansas City Chiefs are optimistic that All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce will be back from a knee injury for Sunday's game at Jacksonville.
Lions spoil Chiefs' celebration of Super Bowl title by rallying for a 21-20 win in the NFL's opener
Read full article: Lions spoil Chiefs' celebration of Super Bowl title by rallying for a 21-20 win in the NFL's openerThe Detroit Lions rallied for a 21-20 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs to ruin the Super Bowl champions' celebration on the NFL's opening night.