Detroit's Avril Injures Back Vs. Vikings
Lions defensive end Cliff Avril left Sunday's game against Minnesota with a back injury.
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Lions defensive end Cliff Avril left Sunday's game against Minnesota with a back injury.
Matthew Stafford rolled out to the right on the game's final play — and didn't even have enough room to set himself for a desperate final heave.
The replacement officials were gone but that didn't improve play for the Detroit Lions losing to the Minnesota Vikings 20-13 on Sunday.
The Detroit Lions have launched a mobile app, available free M and BlackBerry smartphones.
Minnesota wide receiver Jerome Simpson is active for Sunday's game at Detroit after serving a three-game suspension for violating the league's substance abuse policy.
Detroit, which last dropped three straight during a five-game slide Nov. 7-Dec. 5, 2010, has won two in a row at home versus Minnesota after losing seven of eight.
The Minnesota Vikings have a chance to maintain at least a share of the NFC North lead with a victory against the Detroit Lions. The Lions are struggling and the Vikings enter with momentum from a victory over the San Francisco 49ers.
Finally, wide receiver Jerome Simpson can join the Minnesota Vikings.
The Detroit Lions got a boost on offense with Matthew Stafford's return to practice.
In this week's interview with Calvin Johnson, he was asked if he thinks the call that went against the Green Bay Packers on MNF was worse then the call that went against him and the Lions in the infamous possession game.
Detroit quarterback Matthew Stafford has returned to practice.
Thanksgiving 1998 Coin Toss: Ref Phil Luckett blows the coin toss.
The NFL's regular officiating crews are back. Their return couldn't have come soon enough for many players, coaches and fans.
Stafford was injured late in Detroit's loss Sunday at Tennessee.
The Detroit Lions have signed punter Nick Harris after Ben Graham hurt his left calf during last weekend's 44-41 overtime loss to the Tennessee Titans.
Detroit Lions defensive tackle Nick Fairley is not expected to be in court for a scheduled trial on charges including driving under the influence and attempting to elude police.
The Matthew Stafford health watch has begun anew, an unpleasantly familiar move for the Detroit Lions.
Tennessee got its first win in a game that will be remembered far longer for the crazy swings and long touchdowns.
Detroit Lions Head Coach Jim Schwartz talked about Matthew Stafford's injured leg today at his weekly news conference and said "we'll see how he progresses throughout the week."
One day, someone should write a book about the Lions 44-41 overtime loss to the Titans.
The Lions should get the picture now. There is no such thing as a gimme in the NFL.
Running back Mikel Leshoure finally made his NFL debut and he rushed for 100 yards and scored a touchdown.
Rob Bironas kicked a 26-yard field goal in overtime, and the Titans stopped backup quarterback Shaun Hill on fourth-and-1 at the Tennessee 7 to finally pull out a 44-41 win over the Detroit Lions on Sunday.
The Titans have experienced a bevy of success in recent years against NFC foes, especially at home, but Sunday's game is against a Detroit Lions team that's eager to redeem itself following a missed opportunity.
The Detroit Tigers were without two players in a 4-2 loss to the Houston Astros on Wednesday, missing outfielder Wenceel Perez due to a freak accident and second baseman Gleyber Torres with an oblique strain.
A propane company owner from northern Michigan will pay roughly $4.1 million in taxes and restitution after pleading guilty to failing to report or pay sales tax collected.
More tankers are transiting the Strait of Hormuz after 111 days of gridlock, but Iran and the U.S. still have much to discuss.
The Bloomfield Township Police Department put out a call on social media for community members to participate in the "Jewelry Heist Mystery Game." It's all designed to be like a jewelry heist with missing pieces throughout the city.
There is frustration among some residents and businesses in Troy, Michigan, as additional construction is making it a headache to reach some locations.
There is frustration among some residents and businesses in Troy, Michigan, as additional construction is making it a headache to reach some locations.
The Bloomfield Township Police Department put out a call on social media for community members to participate in the "Jewelry Heist Mystery Game." It's all designed to be like a jewelry heist with missing pieces throughout the city.
Workers with Titan Plumbing in Howell, Michigan, were on an emergency call when they noticed what appeared to be an engagement ring. It turns out that the ring had been lost for more than a decade.
PWHL Detroit was in full swing on Wednesday for the 2026 draft, selecting six players, including a Michigan native.
The Detroit Tigers were without two players in a 4-2 loss to the Houston Astros on Wednesday, missing outfielder Wenceel Perez due to a freak accident and second baseman Gleyber Torres with an oblique strain.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
The United Auto Workers announced on Wednesday a tentative agreement with American Axle in Three Rivers, Michigan, ending a 10-day strike.
American Axle, which is headquartered in Detroit, is a Tier 1 supplier to General Motors. UAW members have launched a strike at its Three Rivers site.
The UAW became known for fighting for higher wages, improved benefits and safer working conditions for workers across the auto industry.
Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
A well-known jazz club in Detroit is hitting a new high note. After going dark in May for renovations, Baker's Keyboard Lounge is reopening to the public.
The United States is co-hosting the World Cup for the first time in more than 30 years, and organizations and businesses in Metro Detroit are making sure sports fans have a place to watch the competition.
The project, called "The Stories of Us," invites communities across the country to reflect on their past, present, and future.
Confirmed tornadoes were reported in Illinois and Iowa Wednesday as severe weather brought the risk of thunderstorms and prompted a flurry of tornado warnings for a large swath of the Midwest.
Jeremy Peña homered and had an RBI single, Peter Lambert allowed just one run on two hits and the Houston Astros beat the Detroit Tigers 4-2.
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."
A second mosquito-borne virus has been detected in West Michigan's Kent County, local health officials said.
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development says it will be implementing new animal import requirements after the flesh-eating New World screwworm was detected in the U.S.
Following claims of toxic mold at the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility, the Michigan Department of Corrections says testing did not show "evidence of systemic black or toxic mold conditions."
The victim may have had a medical emergency before the vehicle went underwater, Grand Blanc Township police said.
New data from Flint's Rx Kids program shows an 18% reduction in preterm births and a 27% drop in low birth weights, and Detroit officials say they expect similar results as enrollment nears 3,000 families.
The Detroit Tigers were without two players in a 4-2 loss to the Houston Astros on Wednesday, missing outfielder Wenceel Perez due to a freak accident and second baseman Gleyber Torres with an oblique strain.
PWHL Detroit was in full swing on Wednesday for the 2026 draft, selecting six players, including a Michigan native.
Jeremy Peña homered and had an RBI single, Peter Lambert allowed just one run on two hits and the Houston Astros beat the Detroit Tigers 4-2.
A Little League in Ypsilanti, Michigan, was struck with field vandalism and the danger of closing. Now, thanks to the community and a popular social media influencer, the league is thriving.
What have only been renderings so far now jump off the page with the first 3D model of DCFC's future home.
We're in the throes of the 100 most dangerous driving days of the year as more folks take to the road for vacations.
Four leaders appear in one-on-one conversations on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters this Sunday to discuss their political futures and the road ahead in the 2026 midterms.
Bob Riney, president and CEO of Henry Ford Health, headlines Michigan Matters this Sunday, along with three other community champions who discuss important issues dissected at the Mackinac Policy Conference.
It's the fourth year the Detroit Grand Prix has been on the streets of the Motor City after moving from Belle Isle.
This week on Michigan Matters, the roundtable talks about the governor's race and the impact of former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
The Trump administration released a 14-point memorandum of understanding on Wednesday. President Trump emphasized the U.S.-Iran agreement is not a final deal, and he warned the U.S. could resume bombing Iran "if they don't behave." Tina Kraus reports.
Good Morning Family! Partly sunny today, breezy with westerly wind gusts of up to 35 mph with a few isolated showers possible closer to the Thumb. More sun expected for tomorrow to kick off the weekend. Slightly below normal temperatures are expected tomorrow, and into the weekend.
We all know severe weather can happen at any time. Experts say you need to have a plan, and it needs to be rehearsed.
A mystery puzzle in Bloomfield Township, Michigan, is looking to boost community engagement in the city.
There is frustration among some residents and businesses in Troy, Michigan, as additional construction is making it a headache to reach some locations.