Lions Have Plenty To Correct After Second Half Collapse
Matthew Stafford was intercepted twice, and the Lions bogged down offensively in the second half.
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Matthew Stafford was intercepted twice, and the Lions bogged down offensively in the second half.
The Detroit Lions were really hoping to open the season in a big way, and they looked to be doing just that halfway through the second quarter. That was when the San Diego Chargers turned things around and absolutely obliterated anything the Lions were trying to do.
The first half belonged to Detroit with the Lions taking a 21-10 lead into the locker room at halftime.
Rivers overcame two interceptions, including a 31-yard return for a touchdown by Glover Quin, to complete 35 of 42 passes for 404 yards and two scores.
The Detroit Lions trying to prove they can return to the postseason without one of the league's top defensive forces.
DeAndre Levy is officially listed as doubtful for the Lions opener Sunday at San Diego because of a hip injury that has kept him out of practice.
The Detroit Lions managed to escape training camp and most of the preseason without many injuries. As the season opener against the San Diego Chargers approaches, one big injury could end up being a lot worse than expected, and that is worrisome.
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The NFL received a high grade for its racial hiring practices and a C+ for gender hires, according to the annual report released Thursday by The Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sport.
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Ebron caught only 25 passes as a rookie, but now is the time for him to step ahead of Brandon Pettigrew to become an added focal point in Detroit's passing game.
The Detroit Lions are hoping that they can have a successful 2015 season and get by without a lot of issues or injuries. Unfortunately, linebacker DeAndre Levy is already ruled out for the season opener and could miss a lot more time than that.
The Cowboys have added a second quarterback to their practice squad in Kellen Moore, a veteran who will be reunited with Dallas offensive coordinator Scott Linehan.
It was only a preseason game, so take it with the appropriate level of skepticism.
The Oakland Raiders have signed former SMU quarterback Garrett Gilbert to their practice squad.
The Detroit Lions may not have done a ton of moves in the offseason, but they looked good in the preseason by winning three of four games. Their roster is now set and all of their focus has been put into the season opener against the rejuvenated San Diego Chargers.
Caldwell would not discuss the particulars of what's been keeping Levy out of action, saying an injury report would be due Wednesday.
The Detroit Lions brought back a few players recently cut from the team over the weekend.
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Another playoff berth is certainly possible, but the Lions have a lot to prove on both sides of the ball.
TJ Jones boosted his chances of staying in Detroit, turning a short pass into a 64-yard touchdown to help the Lions beat the Buffalo Bills 17-10 Thursday night.
Zach Zenner has made the most of his opportunities with the Detroit Lions, leading the league with 162 yards rushing through three preseason games.
Jarvis Butts, the Detroit man convicted of murdering missing 13-year-old Na'Ziyah Harris and the sexual assault of multiple young women, has died in prison.
Rural students in northern Michigan face a tough choice between leaving for college or staying close to home for trade work.
Fresh off consecutive postseason appearances, the Detroit Tigers open their 2026 season with a six-game West Coast swing.
Population estimates released by U.S. Census Bureau show growth rates slowed sharply in metro areas in 2025, as immigration dropped and hurricanes pushed people out of some Gulf Coast counties.
Large hail, straight-line winds and tornadoes all are possible Thursday in Southeast Michigan under a severe weather threat.
Jarvis Butts, the Detroit man convicted of murdering missing 13-year-old Na'Ziyah Harris and the sexual assault of multiple young women, has died in prison.
Large hail, straight-line winds and tornadoes all are possible Thursday in Southeast Michigan under a severe weather threat.
According to AAA, the average gallon of gas in Michigan is now up to $4 a gallon, a $1 increase from last month.
Fresh off consecutive postseason appearances, the Detroit Tigers open their 2026 season with a six-game West Coast swing.
An investigation is underway after authorities say an 81-year-old driver crashed into a Kroger store on Wednesday in Ypsilanti Township.
Cities in Michigan lose big tax revenue from pollution-control tax breaks, and many do not track what they give up.
Gas prices are currently hovering just below $4 a gallon in much of Michgan, AAA says.
Henry Ford introduced the moving assembly line, a system that reshaped industrial production and helped make automobiles more accessible to the public.
A $4.3 billion investment is going toward a battery cell manufacturing plant in Lansing, Michigan, to provide Tesla with prismatic battery cells.
The United Auto Workers says that Detroit Diesel is adding a third shift, recalling laid-off workers and hiring dozens more people.
It's a sign that Metro Detroiters are ready to say goodbye to winter and welcome spring, and the Marche du Nain Rouge is a feast for the eyes.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
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Short film director Sam Davis gave a shout out to his Michigan hometown when accepting an Oscar award on Sunday.
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Population estimates released by U.S. Census Bureau show growth rates slowed sharply in metro areas in 2025, as immigration dropped and hurricanes pushed people out of some Gulf Coast counties.
According to AAA, the average gallon of gas in Michigan is now up to $4 a gallon, a $1 increase from last month.
CJ McCollum scored 27 points, making the tiebreaking three-point play in overtime, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Detroit Pistons 130-129 on Wednesday night.
The U.S. Postal Service is raising some postage prices to help offset the federal agency's rising transportation costs as fuel prices surge.
In a post on X Saturday, Musk offered to pay the salaries of TSA workers during the DHS shutdown.
A child under the age of 5 is now the latest case of measles in an outbreak being traced in Washtenaw County, Michigan.
As communities across the country face growing fears of increased immigration enforcement patrols, a coalition of civil rights advocates and health care professionals in Michigan is banding together to offer support for those on the frontlines.
Oakland County officials say medical debt impacts approximately 114,000 county residents.
A measles outbreak continues to expand in Southeast Michigan, with a fourth suspected case now reported in Washtenaw County.
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Fresh off consecutive postseason appearances, the Detroit Tigers open their 2026 season with a six-game West Coast swing.
CJ McCollum scored 27 points, making the tiebreaking three-point play in overtime, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Detroit Pistons 130-129 on Wednesday night.
The Detroit Tigers have released their 2026 Opening Day roster ahead of their three-game series with the San Diego Padres.
The Detroit Tigers are preparing to welcome fans back to Comerica Park for the 2026 Major League Baseball season
Carter Yakemchuk scored a second-period goal and also had an assist in his NHL debut as the streaking Ottawa Senators edged the Detroit Red Wings 3-2.
Dave Coulter updates Oakland County's move to its new offices in downtown Pontiac and when that might take place.
Gardner White opened doors in Detroit in 1912, and the retailer continues to expand with nine new stores planned this year.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
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Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
A Southeast Michigan judge called out a woman during a virtual court hearing with the question, "Am I crazy, or does it not look like you're driving that car?"
The Detroit Tigers are unveiling their new fan merchandise ahead of the 2026 season.
The acting head of the Transportation Security Administration warns that some airports might be completely shut down as a result of the federal budget stalemate. This comes as long lines are reported at some airports across the country where TSA checkpoints are short-staffed.
The U.S. Postal Service said on Wednesday that it is temporarily hiking postage prices to account for surging fuel costs caused by the Iran war.
Temperatures will warm up to the mid-upper 60s on Thursday in Metro Detroit. Showers and thunderstorms will develop this afternoon and taper off during the late evening hours. The National Weather Service says there is a Slight Risk of severe weather in Michigan along and south of I-94, with wind, hail, and tornadoes all possible. CBS Detroit's weather team will keep you informed throughout the day.