Lions Draft History Shows They Got Lucky With Calvin Johnson
Looking at this list of failed WR draft picks since 2001 it shows you how lucky the Lions were to land Calvin Johnson.
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Looking at this list of failed WR draft picks since 2001 it shows you how lucky the Lions were to land Calvin Johnson.
"We are very pleased to promote Kelly to our senior management team," said Detroit Lions Team President Rod Wood.
So how does Detroit go about replacing one of the best to ever play the position?
The Lions want Johnson to restructure his contract. He does not want that, believing he has already been a good soldier over the years.
But the Lions' organization seems confused on if their latest star player is actually retired.
Former Maryland coach Randy Edsall is joining the Detroit Lions as a director of football research.
Johnson declined to say last season if he would restructure his contract, which calls for him to count $24 million against the salary cap in 2016.
A caller this morning suggested that Calvin Johnson is the greatest wide receiver of all time.
The stark reality is Megatron will leave the game of football with zero playoff wins and only two playoff appearances.
Detroit Lions' wide receiver Calvin Johnson is calling it quits in the NFL according to reports.
The Lions announced Friday they have hired strength and conditioning coach Harold Nash.
The Detroit Lions announced today that they have hired Michael McCarthy as quality control – offensive line coach. Contract terms were not disclosed.
The Detroit Lions are hiring Kevin Anderson as an assistant to the general manager.
Players report to the practice facility for treatment, massages and practice on Monday and are given Tuesday off. Johnson would miss just one day and could work out with the team Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Previous reports from CBS Sports and Fox Sports indicated Dolphins chief contract negotiator Dawn Aponte was on her way to Detroit to oversee the Lions' cap.
Devin White finished last season as the NFL's third-leading tackler.
The San Diego Padres have acquired left-hander Robbie Ray from the San Francisco Giants and right-hander Casey Mize from the Detroit Tigers.
Keider Montero pitched six scoreless innings, Eduardo Valencia drove in four runs and the Detroit Tigers completed their first season-series sweep ever against an American League opponent with an 11-0 victory over the Athletics.
Michael Thorbjornsen made a 26-foot putt for birdie on his last hole to shoot 7-under 63 and reach 18 under to win his first PGA Tour title by two strokes on Sunday at the Rocket Classic.
The Detroit Tigers said their goodbyes to ace Tarik Skubal and now must turn their focus to an uncertain final two months of the season as they try to make a playoff push without their best player.
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday in five states: Michigan, Virginia, Missouri, Kansas and Washington.
Here's what you need to know about when polls open and close on Election Day.
Here's what to know about finding your polling location in Michigan.
The U.S. Department of Justice said it is monitoring polling sites in Detroit, Hamtramck, Lansing and East Lansing during the August 4 Michigan primary.
With Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer reaching a term limit, the 2026 gubernatorial race is wide open. Here's who is seeking a win on the Republican ticket.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
Many newer vehicles are equipped with high-efficiency cabin air filters capable of capturing a significant amount of fine particulate matter.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
As the United States marks its 250th birthday, Ford Motor Company is showcasing more than a century of automotive history in a new exhibit that explores the company's role in shaping America.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
One woman in her mid-30s said her $60,000 annual income wasn't enough to cover all her bills after a breakup, leading her to move back home.
The U.S. Department of Justice said it is monitoring polling sites in Detroit, Hamtramck, Lansing and East Lansing during the August 4 Michigan primary.
Here's what employees can expect for a raise in 2027 as companies move away from broad-based pay increases.
The congressional seat is open with GOP Congressman John James running for Michigan governor.
Michigan's 11th congressional district will have an open seat after Congresswoman Haley Stevens announced her bid in the U.S. Senate race.
Despite more than 11,500 cyclosporiasis cases statewide, Michigan health officials say residents should continue eating fresh produce and follow washing and handling steps to reduce their risk of illness.
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reports there have been 10,773 cyclosporiasis cases in the state during the past five weeks.
The organization is closing its Lansing, Livonia and Warren locations.
An additional 33 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
Devin White finished last season as the NFL's third-leading tackler.
The San Diego Padres have acquired left-hander Robbie Ray from the San Francisco Giants and right-hander Casey Mize from the Detroit Tigers.
Keider Montero pitched six scoreless innings, Eduardo Valencia drove in four runs and the Detroit Tigers completed their first season-series sweep ever against an American League opponent with an 11-0 victory over the Athletics.
Michael Thorbjornsen made a 26-foot putt for birdie on his last hole to shoot 7-under 63 and reach 18 under to win his first PGA Tour title by two strokes on Sunday at the Rocket Classic.
The Detroit Tigers said their goodbyes to ace Tarik Skubal and now must turn their focus to an uncertain final two months of the season as they try to make a playoff push without their best player.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
Temps are near normal today, but hot temps and chances for scattered showers and storms are in the 7-day forecast. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Karen Carter breaks down what you can expect.
Michigan is the most impacted in a cyclosporiasis outbreak that has reached 45 states. CBS News has this update.
Margaret Dillard was among those voting on Tuesday, but turnout was already strong in the Michigan primary given the response to early voting and absentee voting. Here's a look at Election Day mid-day.
Two of the participants in the Detroit Improv Festival take their cues and run with a prompt to help promote the Detroit Improv Festival, which takes place August 5-8 at multiple venues in Metro Detroit.
State officials say nine Michigan water systems were hit with cyberattacks over the weekend.
