Falcons Seek 'Home' Advantage In Faraway London
The Atlanta Falcons are a long way from the Georgia Dome.
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The Atlanta Falcons are a long way from the Georgia Dome.
Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson is still a doubt for Detroit's game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday in London.
Heading into this weekend's game, the Detroit Lions have the No. 1 defense in the NFL.
Lions team president Tom Lewand expressed optimism about the chances of London eventually having its own NFL team.
The Lions rank 31st with an average of 82.4 rushing yards per game, fewer than any other team except the winless Oakland Raiders.
Apparently the Falcons graphic department didn't do too well in geography.
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford's job might not be any easier this week than it was last week.
Couplin had been cut by the Lions before the team flew to London Monday, while Powell made the seven-hour trip.
Johnson spoke with NFL Media in London on Tuesday and provided a bit of detail about his ongoing recovery.
Before the Lions won a comeback thriller Sunday, some of them had been less than thrilled about the prospect of playing in London.
The Lions arrived in London this morning and it looks like they're already having a lot of fun.
The Lions will have some time to bond overseas before facing the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday at Wembley Stadium.
Asked if the NFL Players Association might have something to say about a team in London, Quin smiled and said, "They might."
The Detroit Lions made several personnel moves Monday before leaving for London.
Lions head coach Jim Caldwell said he did not know whether the team worked out Hayne.
Johnson had said earlier that he seriously doubted the injury would prevent him from making the trip.
It's "London Calling" for the Detroit Lions--who'll 'clash' next week with the Atlanta Falcons at Wembley Stadium in England.
Unfortunately for the receiver, he was also asked about multiple stories that surfaced that he was punched in the face by former teammate Percy Harvin who was traded to the Jets over the weekend.
Detroit's stout defense deserves much of the credit for the Lions being 2-0 without Calvin Johnson, and so does wide receiver Golden Tate.
"Me and Diggs switched up something we had been doing all game and gave a different look," Glover Quin explained after the game.
Matthew Stafford threw two touchdown passes in the final 3:38, including the winner to Corey Fuller with 1:48 remaining, and the Detroit Lions rallied for a 24-23 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday.
Tate joined the Lions in free agency this season.
Calvin Johnson will miss a second straight game for the Detroit Lions because of an ankle injury.
Detroit Police Deputy Chief of Patrol Operations Renee Hall talked about the race and how security measures have evolved for organizers after the attacks on the Boston Marathon in 2013.
Head coach Jim Caldwell indicated early in the day it would take close to a miracle for Johnson to be ready to go.
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is making a play for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" supporters with the release Tuesday of a new health policy platform.
The United States has banned nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorcycles.
Police say the child was taken to a hospital and was listed in stable condition.
A 27-year-old Wixom, Michigan, man is charged after authorities say child sexual abuse images were discovered on his cellphone.
The Senate on Thursday approved a sweeping college sports bill to establish a federal framework for college athletics aimed at protecting student athletes — despite some pushback from some Democrats who argue that it could do the opposite.
Police have launched an investigation after a toddler was found with a loaded gun at a daycare in Canton Township. Police say the child's parent was arrested
Several cheer moms in Farmington Hills, Michigan, say they have invested thousands of dollars into the program, but didn't get what they signed up for.
Church and community leaders called Monday a day of remembrance, healing and looking to the future.
Community leaders were out in the neighborhood on Monday, helping people move forward from this traumatic event.
While the skateboard may be gone, Tony Hawk's impact on Detroit's skateboarding community remains.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The spike in prices has also sparked differing opinions among drivers about who's to blame.
A Ford contract employee was taken to a hospital following an incident on Monday morning at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
The Detroit Symphony Orchestra kicked off its 2026-27 season Saturday night with its annual opening night gala.
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
A Tennessee judge granted Dolly Parton's estate a temporary restraining order Wednesday against the late singer's nephew Bryan Seaver and his private security company.
President Trump said he is "very seriously" considering a ban on diesel exports. But such a move could drive U.S. gas prices sharply higher, analysts said.
Church and community leaders called Monday a day of remembrance, healing and looking to the future.
Regulators estimate the new rule will result in an average of 34.9 miles per gallon by model year 2031, down from an earlier projection of 50.4 mpg.
The investigation into an alleged rape at Cornell University in 2024 will be reopened, authorities said Monday.
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
More than 100 volunteers gathered on Monday to distribute fresh food and Alzheimer's education resources to seniors in Oakland County in recognition of World Alzheimer's Day.
Thursday marks one year since Michigan Medicine ended gender-affirming care for young patients
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
The school immunization waiver rate climbed to 7.1% last year from 6.2% in 2024, the fifth straight year of decline and the highest exemption rate since 2010. Michigan is now outpacing the national average.
The standardbred-Friesian mare is currently undergoing treatment and is believed to be unvaccinated, according to state officials.
While the skateboard may be gone, Tony Hawk's impact on Detroit's skateboarding community remains.
The Detroit Pistons tipped off training camp without Jalen Duren on the roster.
The two teams will meet on Saturday, Dec. 12, at noon in a Professional Women's Hockey League regular-season game.
Konnor Griffin homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates recorded their first winning season in eight years with a 4-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Sunday in the final game for both teams.
Jahmyr Gibbs had a go-ahead 11-yard reception with 2:25 left for his third touchdown of the game and the Detroit Lions held on to beat the New York Jets 31-24 on Sunday.
Data centers, politics and civility are the focus of this week's Michigan Matters.
The signature event was launched 19 years ago by the Metropolitan Affairs Coalition and the Detroit Free Press.
At the top of the list is the open U.S. Senate contest between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers.
The Detroit Regional Partnership, which has been around for six years, has been a significant catalyst, helping bring numerous jobs and companies to the region.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
Happy Tuesday Fam! A little morning fog then plenty of sunshine today with afternoon temps reaching to around 76°. Increasing clouds overnight, mostly cloudy tomorrow with highs around 74°. Next chance for rain arrives overnight Wednesday into Thursday-Friday then cooler and dry this weekend.
A Warren man died as a result of his injuries after he was struck by his daughter during a driving lesson in Macomb County, Michigan.
Several cheer moms in Farmington Hills, Michigan, say they have invested thousands of dollars into the program, but didn't get what they signed up for.
Our temperature swing continues through the end of the week before cooler air arrives.
Police have launched an investigation after a toddler was found with a loaded gun at a daycare in Canton Township.