Lions Wrap Up Season In Minnesota
A month ago, the Detroit Lions were in control of the NFC North. They enter Week 17 with nothing more to play for than a .500 record.
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A month ago, the Detroit Lions were in control of the NFC North. They enter Week 17 with nothing more to play for than a .500 record.
Week 17 could not have any more story lines or any more possible playoff in or out scenarios. In one word #epic ... and away we go!
The Metrodome might not be the only recipient of the post-game goodbyes.
Adrian Peterson has tried to play through a sprained foot and a lingering groin injury, but he is doubtful to play in Sunday's final regular-season game at home against the Detroit Lions.
Detroit Lions tight end Dorin Dickerson is the latest NFL player to stay in a game with a concussion.
Former North Dakota State tight end Matt Veldman has been called up by Detroit.
The Detroit Lions have put tight end Dorin Dickerson on injured reserve, four days after he didn't immediately tell the team's medical staff he had a concussion during a game against the New York Giants.
Detroitlions.com writer Tim Twentyman is reporting that the Detroit Lions have signed Carlin Isles to the practice squad.
For Schwartz, the day of reckoning passed.
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."
Sunday was a tough day all-around for Detroit Lions head coach Jim Schwartz.
"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.
