Detroit Lions Notes And Quotes 5-5-11
Coach Jim Schwartz admitted he was surprised when he saw the outfit defensive tackle Nick Fairley was wearing at the draft in New York City.
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Coach Jim Schwartz admitted he was surprised when he saw the outfit defensive tackle Nick Fairley was wearing at the draft in New York City.
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Red Wings are back from the West Coast, they will get a few days off before a key game 3 at the Joe Wednesday night.
In a perfect world, Nebraska cornerback Prince Amukamara would somehow fall to the Lions at No. 13. General manager Martin Mayhew and coach Jim Schwartz would be doing cartwheels in the war room.
QB Matthew Stafford said on Twitter he was going to begin throwing this week. Coach Jim Schwartz said, "Everyone is pleased with his rehab.
There are a lot of teams looking for quarterbacks in this year's draft, but the Detroit Lions aren't one of them. They believe in Matt Stafford, and it's easy to see why. He's accurate, confident, smart and talented.
Jim Schwartz saying the other day that his QB has not started throwing a football yet, late last night Matthew Stafford tweeted that he has started to throw.
Lions coach Jim Schwartz is in New Orleans for the NFL owners meetings, he says Matthew Stafford is progressing well from his January shoulder surgery but has not started throwing a football yet.
The Lions' offensive and defensive lines are expected to return intact whenever the 2011 season rolls around. The defensive line is, in fact, the strength of the team.
Schwartz is still reluctant to discuss the rehab of QB Matthew Stafford, except to say, "I feel optimistic he'll have a good rehab."
It looks like the Lions won't quietly accept the NFL's ruling that they tampered with former Kansas City safety Jarred Page before the 2010 season, a ruling that will cost them their seventh-round draft pick and 14 spots (from nine to 23) in the fifth round.
The Lions don't necessarily want to move DeAndre Levy from middle linebacker to outside linebacker, but circumstances could lead them to do just that.
Collective bargaining aside, this will be the least turbulent offseason the Lions have had this century.
Coach Jim Schwartz typically doesn't criticize players publicly, but he tore into linebacker Julian Peterson pretty good.
Hazel Park Schools District's superintendent was not at Monday night's meeting after being put on administrative leave for the second time. However, the interim superintendent was in attendance as the school board voted on his contract.
Republicans will choose between businessman Perry Johnson and U.S. Representative John James in the gubernatorial race.
This is the first time Boynton has fielded media questions since being promoted to head coach.
Ballots will look different depending on the county and municipality in which residents are voting. But the three proposals are statewide, so they'll appear no matter where you're casting your vote.
A man accused of sexually assaulting a 5-year-old girl in a McDonald's bathroom on Detroit's west side has been sentenced to probation.
Hazel Park Schools District's superintendent was not at Monday night's meeting after being put on administrative leave a second time. However, the interim superintendent was in attendance as the school board voted on his contract.
Ballots will look different depending on the county and municipality in which residents are voting. But the three proposals are statewide, so they'll appear no matter where you're casting your vote.
Authorities say human remains were found in a wooded area south of the court building around 10:07 a.m. Tuesday.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has now grown to more than 9,600 cases.
Republicans will choose between businessman Perry Johnson and U.S. Representative John James in the gubernatorial race.
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.
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.
Behind every video is a true family effort.
A Wisconsin tornado that struck near Appleton and Menasha has caused extensive damage and knocked out power to more than 30,000 people. It stayed on the ground for more than 20 minutes.
Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens clashed on outside spending and electability in their last debate before Michigan's Democratic primary next week.
Jackson Holliday had four hits and the Baltimore Orioles hit three home runs in an 8-5 win against the Detroit Tigers on Monday night.
Severe "convective" storms account for roughly a third of global natural disaster economic losses, a new study finds.
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.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has now grown to more than 9,600 cases.
Authorities claim Yolanda Matthews submitted more than $539,000 in false and fraudulent claims to Medicare.
Trinity Health's new leadership council aims to improve engagement with the local residents who get care in Brighton.
Michigan officials are tracking over 1,000 new cases of cyclosporiasis as the outbreak continues to add up.
According to a CBS News poll released on Sunday, 40% of Americans are buying or eating less produce because of the outbreak of cyclospora, which causes cyclosporiasis. So, CBS News Detroit wanted to know if this sudden shift in eating habits has impacted people and restaurants in Metro Detroit.
This is the first time Boynton has fielded media questions since being promoted to head coach.
Jackson Holliday had four hits and the Baltimore Orioles hit three home runs in an 8-5 win against the Detroit Tigers on Monday night.
Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel will receive a $7.14 million lump sum as part of his separation agreement with the university.
Center fielders Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones and second baseman Jeff Kent were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.
The Detroit Tigers were edged by the Royals 5-4 at Comerica Park on Sunday afternoon after Kansas City's Michael Massey hit a go-ahead, two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning.
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.
Mark Hollis, COO of Rocket Entertainment and tournament director of the PGA Tour's Rocket Classic, appears on Michigan Matters.
For Detroit homeowners waiting for alley sewer repairs, the big question has been when the project would move from planning to the field.
Hazel Park Schools District's superintendent was not at Monday night's meeting after being put on administrative leave a second time. However, the interim superintendent was in attendance as the school board voted on his contract.
Democrat Christina Hines discusses her campaign for Michigan's 10th Congressional District.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a body was found outside the Oakland County Circuit Court Building in Pontiac.
President Trump is delivering a eulogy for Sen. Lindsey Graham, his one-time opponent for the presidency and, later, his close ally.