Lions To Again Ride Fortunes Of Stafford, Johnson
Matthew Stafford and Calvin Johnson have helped each other set numerous NFL records, and Johnson thinks this is their best chance to win a championship.
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Matthew Stafford and Calvin Johnson have helped each other set numerous NFL records, and Johnson thinks this is their best chance to win a championship.
"I believe this is our best chance," Johnson said. "I honestly believe that."
"It's something that the league has taken a stance on," Stafford said, "and an appropriate one at that."
Jim Caldwell's first game as coach of the Detroit Lions will be on quite a stage — at home on a Monday night against the New York Giants.
Eric Ebron, tight end - The idea with the Lions' offense, under first-year coordinator Joe Lombardi, is to stretch the field to the sidelines and deep, and open up the middle for seam routes.
It's great for Stafford to be featured on the cover and called a "gunslinger" but should Detroit be worried about the Sports Illustrated "jinx?"
A new coach, a new system — plus a couple of significant additions on the offensive side of the ball.
Not often does a team win when it surrenders 131 yards on 15 penalties.
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford knows - has always known - that the success of the Lions rests on his shoulders.
Offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi hesitated to label Ogletree definitively as the number three wide receiver, but he spoke highly of him.
Have you noticed? It's something completely different coming out of Allen Park.
The Detroit Lions announce Unifi, Inc.'s (NYSE:UFI) REPREVE® recycled fiber brand as the team's new official sustainability partner.
Let's just say the boat was fully stocked.
Matthew Stafford became the Detroit Lions' all-time leading passer last season.
As most of you know, Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford is engaged to his longtime girlfriend Kelly B. Hall.
Detroit Lions quarterback stars in a pair of Dish Network ads posted on YouTube.
"You can tell he's worked at it, even during the summer," Lions head coach Jim Caldwell said Sunday.
Some people have been pretty down on the Lions this offseason.
I had the chance to talk to Kershaw about his relationship with Stafford -- Could he have been a QB? -- And if he's a Lions fan.
It seems that guys who are on the verge of getting married are put through the engagement photo process whether they like it or not.
One head coach noted to ESPN, however, that Stafford will need to continue working on his mechanics if he is to make good on all that potential.
Since the arrival of new head coach Jim Caldwell and his "ladder cam," Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford has gotten a whole new perspective on Matthew Stafford.
The Lions off-season workouts are coming to a close, and football finally takes its long summer nap.
"You're representing the Detroit Lions and that's the reason they have the Lion on the front of the hat."
Since they hired Jim Caldwell, I've questioned their every move.
The St. Clair County Sheriff's Office has issued boater safety reminders ahead of the Raft Off event taking place Saturday.
The White House has informed Lisa Cook, a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, that President Trump is considering firing her.
The charge was dropped after Harden completed an alternative resolution program.
The search continues for two adults and a child who were reported missing after a tubing outing along the Muskegon River.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has again denied Michigan's request for "individual assistance" funding in response to the March 6 tornadoes.
Under a new pilot program at the University of Michigan, first-semester grades for some students will not appear on external transcripts or factor into GPA calculations.
Detroit's Cooley High School, which opened in 1928 and closed in 2010, is being fully demolished to make way for a new athletic complex on the site.
A species of tick that was considered eradicated in the United States almost hitched a ride on leaves that arrived at Detroit Metro.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has again denied Michigan's request for "individual assistance" funding in response to the March 6 tornadoes.
The St. Clair County Sheriff's Office has issued boater safety reminders ahead of the Raft Off event taking place Saturday.
As a special Goodyear Auto Service Center, the store will display the company's products, technology and heritage.
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.
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.
The White House has informed Lisa Cook, a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, that President Trump is considering firing her.
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A federal judge ruled a jury must decide whether former Grand Rapids officer Christopher Schurr violated Patrick Lyoya's civil rights when he shot him in the back of the head in 2022.
The typical American's paycheck has grown faster since 2019 than in any stretch since the early 1980s. But prices climbed nearly as fast, swallowing about 80% of the wage increase.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of documents and images related to UFOs, the fifth disclosure in recent months about the strange encounters.
State and federal health officials say cyclosporiasis cases are slowing down, and contaminated lettuce is no longer on the market.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says it has counted 12,218 cyclosporiasis cases in the state as of Aug. 5.
Despite more than 11,500 cyclosporiasis cases statewide, Michigan health officials say residents should continue eating fresh produce and follow washing and handling steps to reduce their risk of illness.
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 charge was dropped after Harden completed an alternative resolution program.
Dillon Dingler homered for the third straight game and finished with three hits and three RBIs as the Detroit Tigers defeated the Seattle Mariners 11-0.
Jahmyr Gibbs and the Detroit Lions have reportedly reached a three-year, $67.5 million deal, making him the highest-paid running back.
Officials say Haddad will oversee all football and business operations and work with principal owner Sheila Hamp and the board of directors.
Troy Melton threw seven sharp innings and Colt Keith hit a two-run single as the Detroit Tigers beat the Seattle Mariners 8-0 to open their post-Tarik Skubal era.
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.
Airline industry insiders tell CBS News they're becoming more concerned about ICE arrests happening at airports.
The Raft Off on Lake St. Clair takes place on the second weekend in August, bringing thousands of boaters to Lake St. Clair.
The Supreme Court in June struck down President Trump's earlier executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship.
Stellantis has announced the return of the Dodge Charger Super Bee. Take a look at the sights and hear the sounds as the Dodge presentation on Friday in Pontiac, Michigan, kicks off Woodward Dream Cruise week.
The Detroit City Council has approved a contract for railroad crossing repairs.