Hester Not Surprised Lions Kicked To Him
He returned a punt 82 yards for a TD despite strep throat, swollen tonsils, high fever and a sprained ankle.
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He returned a punt 82 yards for a TD despite strep throat, swollen tonsils, high fever and a sprained ankle.
Carolina has beaten Detroit four straight times since losing first meeting in 1999.
Of all the fines that have been levied against the Lions, the one assessed to Kyle Vanden Bosch is the most tolerable.
LIONS: DNP: RB Jahvid Best (concussion), P Ryan Donahue (quadriceps
Carolina plays at playoff-starved Detroit (6-3) on Sunday and the Lions will be plenty motivated after getting blown out themselves last week 37-13 by division rival Chicago.
There are plenty of excuses that could be made for Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford's poor performance Sunday in Chicago.
Chatter at Wednesdays Lions practice was the health of quarterback Matt Stafford.
A month after reveling in the aftermath of a 5-0 start, the Detroit Lions are suddenly in a tough fight for playoff position.
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford has blamed the wind for throwing a season-high four interceptions at Chicago.
Running back Mike Goodson has become the 12th member of the Carolina Panthers to be placed on injured reserve.
From week to week, it's been almost impossible to figure out most teams. The Bills, Lions and Chargers have plummeted back to Earth.
The Buffalo Bills have signed defensive end Kyle Moore off the Detroit Lions' practice squad in a bid to improve their anemic pass rush.
Champ: Detroit Red Wings for their recent winning streak.
The Lions punting game has not exactly been award winning this season. Rookie Ryan Donahue had been inconsistent until he was injured and last Sunday Robert Malone outkicked his coverage on Devin Hester's punt return for a touchdown.
A month after reveling in the aftermath of a 5-0 start, the Detroit Lions are suddenly in a tough fight for playoff position.
As Vince Lombardi once shouted from the sideline: "What the hell is going on out there?"
The Lions are blaming the wind, but the wind didn't blow the ball out of Nate Burleson's hand. The wind didn't make Megatron drop passes.
The idea that the Bears would be tied with the Lions seemed far-fetched after their 24-13 Monday night loss at Ford Field last month, but the teams have gone in different directions since.
If the Lions had gone to Chicago Sunday, played reasonably well and were beaten, it would have been far from ideal, but at least it would have been somewhat acceptable.
Six turnovers and two dropped touchdown passes added to the misery of the Detroit Lions loss to the Chicago Bears 37-13 on Sunday.
The Detroit Lions have signed punter Robert Malone and placed offensive tackle Jason Fox on injured reserve.
I liked the Lions before the season to go 9-7 going 5-3 in the 2nd half of the season. Detroit is 6-2 after eight games and I'm going to stay with my 5-3 prediction which would put the Lions at 11-5 at the end of the season.
The Lions are listed by Las Vegas oddsmakers as having a 20-to-1 chance of winning the Super Bowl, up from 30-to-1 during the preseason.
Just before the Detroit Lions' Sunday Nov. 20 home game, hundreds of dancers will show off their moves during a flash mob -- and you can be a part of it.
The Detroit Lions organization says like it or not, Nickelback will be the halftime entertainment at the Thanksgiving Day game versus Green Bay at Ford Field.
Southeast Michigan is in the slight risk area for severe weather Thursday afternoon and evening, with the possibilities including strong winds and hail.
A 3-year-old child and his two grandparents were attacked by their family dogs and remain hospitalized, authorities say.
Residents across Madison Heights are cleaning up after strong overnight storms brought down trees, damaged homes and left thousands without power.
A mosquito species that is new to Michigan is recognizable by its black-and-white striped body. Unlike most mosquitoes, it is active and bites during the day.
The recalled candy, sold under the brand "Crystal Temptations," was distributed in 13 states.
Southeast Michigan is in the slight risk area for severe weather Thursday afternoon and evening, with the possibilities including strong winds and hail.
A line of intense thunderstorms Wednesday night in Metro Detroit, which included a tornado warning for St. Clair County, resulted in massive power outages.
A 3-year-old child and his two grandparents were attacked by their family dogs and remain hospitalized, authorities say.
Residents across Madison Heights are cleaning up after strong overnight storms brought down trees, damaged homes and left thousands without power.
A mosquito species that is new to Michigan is recognizable by its black-and-white striped body. Unlike most mosquitoes, it is active and bites during the day.
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."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
For decades, the Farmington Civic Theatre has often been recognized as a community staple, but since the Covid-19 pandemic, management says attendance has dropped significantly.
Robinette's Apple Haus and Winery in Grand Rapids will open its corn maze season on Sept. 1 with a Dolly Parton theme.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
The recalled candy, sold under the brand "Crystal Temptations," was distributed in 13 states.
Gloria Steinem, co-founder of Ms. Magazine, was a leader in raising awareness about gender equality and violence against women, and for promoting inclusion, representation and social justice for women and girls.
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
Royce Lewis and Ryan Jeffers hit three-run homers during a 10-run sixth inning for the Minnesota Twins to highlight a 15-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers.
The NFL's thin line between success and failure figures to challenge the Chicago Bears in their bid to repeat as NFC North champions.
A mosquito species that is new to Michigan is recognizable by its black-and-white striped body. Unlike most mosquitoes, it is active and bites during the day.
The rate of students requesting vaccine exemptions increased from 3.1% in 2015 to 3.4% in 2020, then to 6.2% in 2024, and reached a 12-year high in 2025, according to the latest data.
Three Michigan school districts are using a specialized clinic to tackle rising healthcare costs.
Michigan's first case of Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in a domestic animal in 2026 has been detected in a horse in Clare County.
Juul plans to market the new device under the brand name Juul2, along with updated versions of its tobacco- and menthol-flavored cartridges.
Ivan Reed didn't love the experience he and his family had with youth football in the past, so a couple of years ago, he decided to start his own program.
Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes says he's hopeful safeties Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch along with running back Isiah Pacheco will be healthy enough to play this season.
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
Royce Lewis and Ryan Jeffers hit three-run homers during a 10-run sixth inning for the Minnesota Twins to highlight a 15-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers.
Back to school also means back to sports. Detroit's Police Athletic League is helping kids stay active and connected outside of the classroom.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
About a dozen communities in the U.S., many of them in Maryland, allow those aged 16 or 17 to vote in local elections. The Vote16USA movement hopes to introduce the idea to more communities. CBS News has this report.
Gloria Steinem, a native of Toledo, Ohio, who became a politician, activist and feminist icon, has died at the age of 92. CBS News has this look at her life and legacy.
Vice President JD Vance is expected to provide an update on the war with Iran as attacks intensify and gas prices keep rising. CBS News has this report.
Madison Heights was one of the Metro Detroit communities hit hard by storm damage on Wednesday night and early Thursday. Here's what some of the residents saw and heard overnight.
Center Line is seeing power outages and damage after severe storms move through Metro Detroit.