Former Detroit Lions Coach Jim Schwartz Releases Statement About Calvin Johnson's Retirement
"It was an honor to have coached Calvin and was certainly one of the highlights of my career."
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"It was an honor to have coached Calvin and was certainly one of the highlights of my career."
Lions fans and football fans in general are reminiscing on the career of one of the sports greatest wide receivers Tuesday.
They have a new man in Bob Quinn and his job is not to run a team that features Calvin Johnson. His job is to bring a winning team to Ford Field.
"After much prayer, thought and discussion with loved ones, I have made the difficult decision to retire from the Lions and pro football. I have played my last game of football.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson, who for the past nine seasons established himself as one of the greatest wide receivers in National Football League history, today announced his retirement from the NFL effective immediately.
In 266 career NFL games, there's only five teams that Peyton Manning never lost to.
After weeks of waiting, the Detroit Lions are seemingly ready for Calvin Johnson to make up his mind about his pending retirement plans.
The 25-year-old safety out of Boise State just completed his fourth season in the NFL, spending all four years with the Bengals.
The Atlanta Falcons on Monday said secondary coach Marquand Manuel (former Detroit Lion) asked the inappropriate question "Do you like men" to Ohio State cornerback Eli Apple during the NFL's annual scouting combine in Indianapolis.
"One of the potential positive effects it would have on Calvin is the way that Peyton Manning went out. He went out a champion and went out on his terms."
Sites for the Super Bowls in 2019, 2020 and 2021 will be decided at the NFL owners' meetings in May in Charlotte, North Carolina.
The Detroit Lions announced today that they have re-signed DT Tyrunn Walker. Contract terms were not disclosed.
According to the Detroit Free Press, Lions defensive tackle Tyrunn Walker is expected to re-sign with the team on a one-year deal Thursday.
Now, the Lions' worst moment of the season has apparently been commemorated on an iPhone cover available for purchase.
The Detroit Lions are expected to have an alternate uniform in 2016 and ESPN is actually giving you a chance at redesigning the Detroit Lions uniforms.
Dusty May leads Michigan into an Elite Eight matchup against Rick Barnes and Tennessee.
Owen Tippett scored a hat trick as the Philadelphia Flyers survived a late rally for a key 5-3 win over the Detroit Red Wings.
Tobias Harris led a balanced scoring attack with 18 points as the Detroit Pistons strengthened their hold on the top seed in the Eastern Conference with a 109-87 victory over the injury-riddled Minnesota Timberwolves.
In a Professional Women's Hockey League Takeover Tour stop in Detroit Saturday, Catherine Dubois scored twice in a three-goal third period to rally the Montreal Victoire to a 3-1 victory over the New York Sirens.
Olivia Olson scored 19 points, fellow sophomore Syla Swords added 16 and No. 2 Michigan overcame a sluggish start for a 71-52 victory over Louisville in the Sweet 16.
The FBI has responded to an American Airlines flight that was diverted to Detroit Metro Airport Sunday afternoon, according to a spokesperson for the airport.
A runner is in the hospital after he was attacked by three dogs in Plymouth Township, Michigan, on Saturday morning, police said, and at least one of the animals was shot by an officer.
The bag, called the "Gold Standard Cassette Tape," features a bold, nostalgic design inspired by classic cassette tapes.
Police in Livonia, Michigan, are investigating after an individual was found dead in a creek on Saturday evening.
The Michigan State Police is investigating after a Detroit man said he was injured in a shooting on Interstate 96 Saturday afternoon.
Cities in Michigan lose big tax revenue from pollution-control tax breaks, and many do not track what they give up.
Gas prices are currently hovering just below $4 a gallon in much of Michgan, AAA says.
Henry Ford introduced the moving assembly line, a system that reshaped industrial production and helped make automobiles more accessible to the public.
A $4.3 billion investment is going toward a battery cell manufacturing plant in Lansing, Michigan, to provide Tesla with prismatic battery cells.
The United Auto Workers says that Detroit Diesel is adding a third shift, recalling laid-off workers and hiring dozens more people.
The bag, called the "Gold Standard Cassette Tape," features a bold, nostalgic design inspired by classic cassette tapes.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
It's a sign that Metro Detroiters are ready to say goodbye to winter and welcome spring, and the Marche du Nain Rouge is a feast for the eyes.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Afroman spoke to CBS News after he won the case, which tested the limits of parody and the license artists can take in social commentary directed at public figures.
The test was in line with Kim Jong Un's goals of targeting the U.S., but some experts speculate the claim may be exaggerated.
Organizers estimated that at least 8 million people took part in more than 3,300 "No Kings" events worldwide.
Bank of America has reached a $72.5 million settlement in a lawsuit that alleges the financial giant helped facilitate the sex trafficking operation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
In 2021, Woods was seriously injured in a rollover crash in Rolling Hills Estates, a Los Angeles suburb.
Iran-linked cyber criminals accessed FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email account, sources said.
Around 19,000 Corewell Health patients have been impacted by a data breach that happened in 2024, the nonprofit said Friday.
A child under the age of 5 is now the latest case of measles in an outbreak being traced in Washtenaw County, Michigan.
As communities across the country face growing fears of increased immigration enforcement patrols, a coalition of civil rights advocates and health care professionals in Michigan is banding together to offer support for those on the frontlines.
Oakland County officials say medical debt impacts approximately 114,000 county residents.
A measles outbreak continues to expand in Southeast Michigan, with a fourth suspected case now reported in Washtenaw County.
Dusty May leads Michigan into an Elite Eight matchup against Rick Barnes and Tennessee.
Owen Tippett scored a hat trick as the Philadelphia Flyers survived a late rally for a key 5-3 win over the Detroit Red Wings.
Tobias Harris led a balanced scoring attack with 18 points as the Detroit Pistons strengthened their hold on the top seed in the Eastern Conference with a 109-87 victory over the injury-riddled Minnesota Timberwolves.
In a Professional Women's Hockey League Takeover Tour stop in Detroit Saturday, Catherine Dubois scored twice in a three-goal third period to rally the Montreal Victoire to a 3-1 victory over the New York Sirens.
Olivia Olson scored 19 points, fellow sophomore Syla Swords added 16 and No. 2 Michigan overcame a sluggish start for a 71-52 victory over Louisville in the Sweet 16.
Dave Coulter updates Oakland County's move to its new offices in downtown Pontiac and when that might take place.
Gardner White opened doors in Detroit in 1912, and the retailer continues to expand with nine new stores planned this year.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Thousands of signs, all advocating for change, were around downtown Detroit on Saturday during a "No Kings" protest. The demonstration was one of many that took place around America in response to policies created by the Trump administration. Julia Avant spoke to protesters who said their movement is growing and so is their anger.
Several "No Kings" rallies over policies created by the Trump administration took place across Metro Detroit on Saturday, an individual was found dead in a creek in Livonia and other top stories for the night of March 28, 2026.
A runner is in the hospital after he was attacked by three dogs in Wayne County on Saturday. At least one of the dogs was shot by an officer, according to police.
"No Kings" rallies took place across America on Saturday. Several happened in Metro Detroit. The demonstrations were organized in response to policies created by the Trump administration. Julia Avant spoke with protesters in downtown Detroit.
Warmer air and rainfall are likely this week.
