Detroit Lions Put TE Pettigrew On IR
The Detroit Lions have placed tight end Brandon Pettigrew on injured reserve, ending his season.
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The Detroit Lions have placed tight end Brandon Pettigrew on injured reserve, ending his season.
Lions head coach Jim Schwartz, however, did not share any concerns about his job security.
"I feel like I've made some good plays, but the bottom line is winning and losing games."
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Organizers announced the Zac Brown Band will sing the national anthem. There will also be performances by singer/songwriter Mayer Hawthorne and recording artists The Tenors.
Jim Schwartz: It wasn't just the Lions' lost, but how they lost. It is an indictment on how they are coached.
The Pistons have won seven of their last eight away from home, including victories against defending NBA champion Miami and Indiana, which has the best record in the Eastern Conference.
Evgeni Nabokov made 23 saves for his 56th career shutout in the New York Islanders' 3-0 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Monday night.
He has appeared in 112 career AHL games with the Milwaukee Admirals and Griffins, registering 53 points (24-29-53) and 422 penalty minutes.
The People Mover and Joe Louis Arena Parking Garage and pedestrian tunnels will likely be closed tonight due to a power failure in downtown Detroit.
Sunday was a tough day all-around for Detroit Lions head coach Jim Schwartz.
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"It's tough," Stafford said. "We have had two, back-to-back, heartbreakers at home with games that were decided by field goals. I am proud of the team, they fought extremely hard."
"His knee and his ankle, his ankle was an issue last week, and it was an issue all week this week. He tried to contribute what he could."
"The only team that can beat the Detroit Lions is the Detroit Lions." Among NFL teams, Detroit ranks as one of the worst in the league when it comes to turning the ball over.