Lions Banking On Stafford
The Detroit Lions have leaned heavily on Matthew Stafford since selecting him No. 1 overall in the 2009 NFL draft.
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The Detroit Lions have leaned heavily on Matthew Stafford since selecting him No. 1 overall in the 2009 NFL draft.
Matt Patricia should be able to at least approach .500 after losing 10 games in the first season as head coach at any level.
For much of the season, the Detroit Lions teased their fans with signs of greatness, but in the end, it was all a mirage.
Despite some amazing gameplay this season, it was the same ol' Lions that showed up in their playoffs loss against Seattle, falling 26-6.
Detroit quarterback Matthew Stafford is rewriting the script for Lions football this season after a Thanksgiving comeback win.
Matthew Stafford is producing for the Detroit Lions and representing his team and town with nobility and enthusiasm.
A look at the Detroit Lions' 31-28 victory over the the Los Angeles Rams
Stafford and his wife Kelly are on vacation in Italy and it looks like an amazing time.
They seem to know what's up when it comes to fashion.
So with the NFL draft on the horizon (April 28-30), the offensive line seems like a logical choice to bolster.
He passed for over 43,000 yards and is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, so who better to critique quarterbacks than Dan Fouts.
"Things in New England when I started there 16 years ago didn't happen overnight. It's a step by step, day by day, month by month process."
The Detroit Lions may be happy to have the 2015 season over with as they were already eliminated from the playoffs, but the second half wasn't too bad. A win over the Chicago Bears in the season finale had them 6-2 through the final eight games and that's not too shabby.
The photo labeled, "This Bahama Mama is outta here" will most likely increase her Instagram followers from 400,000 to many, many more I would assume.
The Detroit Lions have had a season that no-one is really proud of and that includes the owner of the team. That being said, it appears a message is being sent that everyone needs to keep working and that's why players won't be rested for the season finale even though the playoffs aren't a possibility.
"I've played here my whole career. If anybody had the opportunity to stay in one place and play ball, they would."
The Detroit Lions have certainly bounced back from the team that many thought may go without a win this season. Against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, they showed the talent that fans knew they have had this entire year.
Matthew Stafford may drop back and loft a pass to Calvin Johnson for the last time at Ford Field against the San Francisco 49ers.
"I do think some of the changes that have been made have fit his strengths," said Caldwell of Stafford.
Pre-Cooter, the Lions averaged 68 yards on the ground per game. Post-Cooter, they're averaging 100.7 a game.
I really expected him to be awful ...
The Lions are already guaranteed their third losing season in four, although they did win 11 games just one season ago.
With four games still to play, Detroit quarterback Matthew Stafford was asked if this is his most frustrating season.
"That's crazy, but it just shows that the game is not over until there are zero seconds on the clock and even sometimes then, it's not over."
The reaction from Matthew Stafford and Calvin Johnson might be the perfect way to describe the Lions season.
Skywatchers in Southeast Michigan will have the chance to see a spectacular partial lunar eclipse late Thursday into early Friday.
After a tip to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, investigators traced illicit online activity to a seasonal worker on Mackinac Island, who later left for Texas before being arrested.
More than 1,000 people, including many Americans, are still missing along the Nepal-China border after deadly floods and mudflows likely triggered by a glacial collapse.
CBS News Detroit received an exclusive look at the new Graebner Elementary School in the Utica Community Schools district.
Air traffic recordings captured a Delta captain alerting air traffic controllers that he was feeling sick and needed to get to a hospital.
Skywatchers in Southeast Michigan will have the chance to see a spectacular partial lunar eclipse late Thursday into early Friday.
CBS News Detroit received an exclusive look at the new Graebner Elementary School in the Utica Community Schools district.
Supporters say it's about separating campaign contributions from government decisions.
After a tip to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, investigators traced illicit online activity to a seasonal worker on Mackinac Island, who later left for Texas before being arrested.
More than 1,000 people, including many Americans, are still missing along the Nepal-China border after deadly floods and mudflows likely triggered by a glacial collapse.
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.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
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.
Detroit rapper Eminem joined several others paying tribute to singer and actress Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80.
The Parade Company is preparing for the 100th America's Thanksgiving Parade in downtown Detroit, and this year's grand marshal is businessman Dan Gilbert.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
Freddy Peralta pitched six scoreless innings and picked up his first win with his new team as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Detroit Tigers 3-0 on Wednesday.
Canadian officials said the tariffs set to be imposed on more than 800 U.S. imports are "strategic" and designed to target some states.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
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."
Wayne County health officials on Wednesday reported the county's first human case of West Nile virus in 2026.
A bat found in Livingston County, Michigan, has tested positive for rabies, the local health department said on Thursday.
Providers, students, clients and community members gathered outside the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan headquarters to urge the organization to pursue solutions that preserve access to care.
The new facility brings a wide range of services together under one roof, including workforce development programs, educational opportunities, behavioral health support and family services.
A human case of West Nile virus in West Michigan was detected through routine screening of a blood donation, health officials say.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
Freddy Peralta pitched six scoreless innings and picked up his first win with his new team as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Detroit Tigers 3-0 on Wednesday.
The 6-foot-10, 250-pound former NBA player was removed from Sunday's game after he was confronted by Sky guard Natasha Cloud.
Max Clark hit his first home run at Comerica Park and five Tigers pitchers combined to allow one run as Detroit ended a six-game losing streak with a 4-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
More than two weeks before the Detroit Lions kick off their 2026 regular season, the team unveiled its new uniform on Tuesday.
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.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
Dr. Molly O'Shea, a Metro Detroit pediatrician, discusses some of the details parents should consider regarding school homework and artificial intelligence apps.
Firefighters at the Garden City Fire Department are hosting a T-shirt fundraiser to honor the spirit of the 9/11 rescue workers while raising money for charitable causes in their Michigan community.
At least 65 Americans are among those dead or missing after flash floods struck along the Nepal-China border Thursday. CBS News has this report.
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has agreed to a settlement that includes financial payments to dozens of states along with new restrictions on teen accounts. CBS News has this report.
A human case of West Nile virus has been reported in Wayne County. Birmingham residents speak up at council meeting about safety concerns. Those headlines and other stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.