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Josh Freeman felt helpless watching Detroit's offense move up and down the field on Tampa Bay's reeling defense. By the time the Buccaneers offense finally got rolling against the improved Lions, it was too late.
The Lions had two big concerns coming out of training camp - stopping the run and running the ball.
In past years, the Lions would be looking to pick up the pieces entering Week 2. This year, all they need to do is clean up some loose ends after a mostly impressive 27-20 opening week win at Tampa Bay.
I really liked how fast the Lions looked on Sunday. For the first time in a long time, fans saw "team speed" and they saw it at the most important spot: Linebacker. Excellent road win to start the season.
In a sense, the Lions had little to gain and much to lose on their trip to Tampa Bay Sunday.
It was an awesome weekend for sports in Michigan! Every single sports team won (put your hand down, CMU)! But I am going to focus on the NFL. We're off:
The Detroit Lions win their season opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 27-20 on Sunday.
The Detroit Lions have ruled cornerback Alphonso Smith out for Sunday's season opener at Tampa Bay.
Earlier today, rumors swirled around the Internet that LeGarrette Blount had called out Ndamukong Suh on Blount's Facebook page.
In my other life I do an afternoon radio show on 97.1 FM The Ticket. And the phone calls about the Lions are hot, heavy and, quite frankly, ridiculous.
Nate Burleson is looking forward to his matchup with Bucs veteran CB Ronde Barber. "I played against Ronde my rookie year in 2002 and I remember he jammed me up," he said "I was thinking to myself, 'I am doing all right if I'm getting jammed up by Ronde Barber.
Lions coach Jim Schwartz, perhaps trying to stamp out a fire before it sparks, huddled his team at midfield early in practice on Thursday.
The main theme at Lions practice on Thursday seemed to be two-fold.
If you had to boil the 2011 season down to one sentence for the Lions it might go something like this: As long as quarterback Matthew Stafford stays healthy, the Lions have a legitimate chance to make the playoffs.
The Lions will go into the game Sunday with a very questionable running game. Jahvid Best, hampered by turf toe injuries last season, was limited late in camp by a concussion.
Kid Rock will be celebrating the kickoff of the National Football League season with a concert at Lambeau Field, but his thoughts are with his hometown Detroit Lions.
As the Lions get ready to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, the excitement was already with the team. Both Jim Schwartz and Matt Stafford talked about the Bucs with anticipation but Ndamukong took it to the next level when asked about going against Tampa QB Josh Freeman.
The Lions will open the season this Sunday against the Bucs in Tampa Bay.
The state of the Lions entering the 2011 season has never been more confusing.
As the Lions show improvement, and appear headed to being consistently competitive, the roster decisions become more difficult,
This is weird. I don't think any of us know how to deal with this right now. Here we are in the beginning of September, and we have no reason to complain.
Alphonso Smith was taken off the non-football injury list (broken foot) and practiced for the first time on Monday.
Detroit Lions Head Coach Jim Schwartz called into Karsch and Anderson today to preview the Lions first game this Sunday.
The last eight times the Detroit Lions have taken the field, they've won.
Here's what you need to know about when polls open and close on Election Day.
Michigan's 11th congressional district will have an open seat after Congresswoman Haley Stevens announced her bid in the U.S. Senate race.
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday in five states: Michigan, Virginia, Missouri, Kansas and Washington.
With Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer reaching a term limit, the 2026 gubernatorial race is wide open. Here's who is seeking a win on the Republican ticket.
With Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer reaching her term limit this year, Democrats are hoping to maintain control of the governor's office in the 2026 midterm election.
Here's what you need to know about when polls open and close on Election Day.
Here's what to know about finding your polling location in Michigan.
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday in five states: Michigan, Virginia, Missouri, Kansas and Washington.
With Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer reaching a term limit, the 2026 gubernatorial race is wide open. Here's who is seeking a win on the Republican ticket.
With Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer reaching her term limit this year, Democrats are hoping to maintain control of the governor's office in the 2026 midterm election.
The president's visit to the Great Lakes state comes less than 100 days before midterm elections that will test his party's grip on Congress.
A 23-year-old man who pleaded guilty to conducting a criminal enterprise in connection with a Metro Detroit vehicle theft operation that Michigan officials called "prolific" has been sentenced, according to online court records.
Many newer vehicles are equipped with high-efficiency cabin air filters capable of capturing a significant amount of fine particulate matter.
Lawmakers in Michigan are working to push legislation that would stiffen penalties on noisy vehicles with exhaust modifications.
As the United States marks its 250th birthday, Ford Motor Company is showcasing more than a century of automotive history in a new exhibit that explores the company's role in shaping America.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
A major weekend in Ann Arbor as fans gear up to see country music star Morgan Wallen take over the University of Michigan Big House stadium on Friday and Saturday.
Michigan's 11th congressional district will have an open seat after Congresswoman Haley Stevens announced her bid in the U.S. Senate race.
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday in five states: Michigan, Virginia, Missouri, Kansas and Washington.
The San Diego Padres have acquired left-hander Robbie Ray from the San Francisco Giants and right-hander Casey Mize from the Detroit Tigers.
Populist Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens top the Democratic field going into Tuesday's Senate primary. Former Rep. Mike Rogers is running unopposed for the GOP nomination.
New U.S. tariffs are hurting consumers and businesses, California's attorney general said in filing suit to block levies on 60 countries.
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reports there have been 10,773 cyclosporiasis cases in the state during the past five weeks.
The organization is closing its Lansing, Livonia and Warren locations.
An additional 33 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
More than 10,000 people across 70 counties in Michigan have reported cases of cyclosporiasis during the past five weeks, state health officials said.
The San Diego Padres have acquired left-hander Robbie Ray from the San Francisco Giants and right-hander Casey Mize from the Detroit Tigers.
Keider Montero pitched six scoreless innings, Eduardo Valencia drove in four runs and the Detroit Tigers completed their first season-series sweep ever against an American League opponent with an 11-0 victory over the Athletics.
Michael Thorbjornsen made a 26-foot putt for birdie on his last hole to shoot 7-under 63 and reach 18 under to win his first PGA Tour title by two strokes on Sunday at the Rocket Classic.
The Detroit Tigers said their goodbyes to ace Tarik Skubal and now must turn their focus to an uncertain final two months of the season as they try to make a playoff push without their best player.
Max Clark homered on his second night in the big leagues and the Detroit Tigers beat the Athletics 8-6 on Saturday night before trading star pitcher Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
Good Tuesday morning Family! Looking at mostly sunny skies and warmer temps today, high 83°. Staying dry tomorrow with chances for rain arriving Thursday.
Good Tuesday morning Family! Looking at mostly sunny skies and warmer temps today, high 83°. Staying dry tomorrow with chances for rain arriving Thursday.
Michigan's gas prices are at their highest price point since May, with motorists paying an average of $4.36 per gallon for regular unleaded on Monday, AAA says.
Beautiful weather continues this week before rain arrives on Thursday.
A Waterford Township, Michigan, community is still in shock after the tragic death of their neighbor and her 2-month-old son.