Lions' Slow Starts Wearing On Slay: "I Ain't The Only Person On The Team"
In their last three games, the Lions have been outscored in the first quarter 33-3.
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In their last three games, the Lions have been outscored in the first quarter 33-3.
Case Keenum threw for two touchdowns and ran for a score all in the first half to give the Minnesota Vikings a double-digit lead and they went on to beat the Detroit Lions 30-23 Thursday.
In many ways, the Thanksgiving games mark the beginning of the NFL's stretch drive.
Detroit Lions defensive end Ezekiel Ansah is active after missing two games with a back injury.
Michigan feels overdue to upset Ohio State.
Detroit acquired the 37-year-old Freeney on Wednesday, a day before hosting the Minnesota Vikings in a possibly pivotal game for the NFC North title.
For the Detroit Lions, this may be the final chance to stay in the race for a division title.
"I used to want to go there, used to always hope I got a scholarship there."
The NFC North leader from Minnesota visits Ford Field this year, and carries a two-game edge over the Lions. So this is a particularly huge game for the hosts.
The Lions announced the move Tuesday, which also happened to be Thornton's 28th birthday.
The Bears reportedly submitted the play to the league for review.
Was this a dirty play?
The Detroit Lions announced today that their 78th Thanksgiving Day Classic November 23 against the Minnesota Vikings will feature a halftime performance by multi-platinum recording artist Jason Derulo.
Kickoff is scheduled for 12:30 PM ET.
The Detroit Lions haven't lost a game against the NFC North, and they can really tighten the division race if they win this week.
