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The Detroit Lions finally showed what they have had all season, but haven't shown. Their defeat of the Oakland Raiders was their second win in a row, and it displayed a strong offense and a dominating defense.
"It was rough in the first eight weeks, now we're just turning the whole thing around."
In addition to the people who still fondly remember the Heisman Trophy winner helping the Wolverines win a national championship in 1997, the Oakland Raiders safety has admirers among the Detroit Lions.
Here are some things to watch when Detroit (2-7) tries to win a second straight game against Oakland (4-5), which is trying to avoid a season-high, three-game losing streak.
The Detroit Lions are still playing for pride even though this season is about as close to being lost as it can be. Still, they are wanting to go out there and play well and with a healthy team which they have this week. A problem though, is that the Oakland Raiders are surging and looking good.
Rod Wood admits he probably "isn't qualified" to run any other NFL team in the country. But Detroit Lions president? That job, he feels good about.
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"I'm his subordinate and he'll come in and set the pace obviously with the vision of Mrs. Ford; it trickles down."
"When you feel secure that the guy you're handing the ball to is going to have it at the end of the play and it's not going to end up on the ground, it's a lot easier to call that run for that guy."
"I think it was 60-some-odd plays off the top of my head, but that's a lot of plays, and I would not anticipate that that's going to diminish this week."
The Detroit Lions know this season is a wash, but they're now using it as a way to see who should still be around come 2016. Well, Darius Slay is turning in a true star for the defense while Joique Bell may need to step aside.
"I've never had three interceptions in a game, so that'd be something pretty cool to do."
"I know there's life after football, and I take that very seriously. I joke all the time I want to be on the golf course playing when I'm 80 years old, not laying in bed."
Johnny Manziel is no longer just a celebrated backup for the Browns.
The Jacksonville Jaguars are playing better than they have in years, but still have a losing record. The Tennessee Titans have their quarterback of the future in place, but their losing ways resulted in the firing of their head coach.
"I'm a firm believer if you don't like me to do it then don't let me in" the end zone, Newton said after his touchdown dance Sunday in Carolina's 27-10 win over the Tennessee Titans.
New England Patriots offensive lineman Nate Solder has disclosed that his infant son has cancer.
The Texans were all over Dalton again on Monday night.
"Did it change my view of the game?" Barry Sanders said. "Yeah, it definitely shook me up a little bit because I'd never come face-to-face with how dangerous the game could be."
The Detroit Lions got their biggest win of the season with a defeat of the Green Bay Packers, but it's now time to move onto the next one. Normally, the Oakland Raiders would be seen as a semi-easy win, but not this year as the silver and black are aiming for the playoffs.
Long-time FOX announcer Joe Buck spoke on The Rich Eisen Show Monday about how things have gotten so bad in the NFL that authorities within the league might consider starting over from scratch with its rulebook.
No matter how the 2015 season is remembered in Detroit — and realistically, it's still looking pretty bleak — this year's Lions will always have at least one mark of distinction.
Packers quarterbacks Aaron Rodgers said he was disappointed by a fan who made what he called a "really inappropriate" comment during a moment of silence before Sunday's game between Green Bay and the Detroit Lions.
According to Sports Illustrated's Thayer Evans, the Lions have made at least one hire to their offensive staff.
"Actually twice it happened, and both of those are my fault."
A Michigan Lottery player won a $3.98 million Lotto 47 jackpot Saturday by picking all six numbers that were drawn, lottery officials said.
Workers who claim the new deduction will see an average tax cut of around $1,400, although some could realize larger savings.
Cases of bovine tuberculosis have been confirmed among a dairy herd in Northern Lower Michigan.
The Detroit Police Department is seeking information from the public to help solve an armed robbery investigation.
A video that was widely shared on social media around Sterling Heights, showing a man striking a dog, has resulted in a police investigation.
A Michigan Lottery player won a $3.98 million Lotto 47 jackpot Saturday by picking all six numbers that were drawn, lottery officials said.
Workers who claim the new deduction will see an average tax cut of around $1,400, although some could realize larger savings.
Three men are in custody after a 19-year-old man was found fatally shot Monday near Proud Lake in Commerce Township, Michigan.
Cases of bovine tuberculosis have been confirmed among a dairy herd in Northern Lower Michigan.
The Detroit Police Department is seeking information from the public to help solve an armed robbery investigation.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
Warner Bros. Discovery said that Paramount Skydance is considering enhancing its buyout offer for the entertainment company.
Robert Duvall was in such classics as "The Godfather," "To Kill a Mockingbird," "M*A*S*H," "The Great Santini" and "Tender Mercies."
Workers who claim the new deduction will see an average tax cut of around $1,400, although some could realize larger savings.
A federal judge on Monday permanently blocked the Justice Department from releasing former special counsel Jack Smith's report on the classified documents investigation.
The Social Security Administration wouldn't stop issuing benefits once its trust funds are exhausted, but it could be forced to cut benefits.
A Delta Air Lines flight bound for Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, from Detroit on Sunday was diverted to Alabama due to "civil unrest" in the region, according to a company spokesperson.
The space agency said Sunday it's targeting Tuesday for the slow, four-mile trek across Kennedy Space Center, weather permitting.
Michigan lawmakers required schools to adopt a cardiac emergency response plan for the current school year if the Legislature appropriated "sufficient funds," but funding wasn't dedicated in the education budget.
What started as food poisoning for a young boy in Clinton Township turned into years of organ failure.
Officials announced eligibility for mothers and babies in the city of Detroit.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
WNBA player Kara Braxton, who won two championship titles with the Detroit Shock, has died.
The Milan Cortina Olympics ended Sunday with a closing ceremony inside the ancient Roman amphitheater, Verona Arena.
Through a sudden death overtime goal, the U.S. men's hockey team is golden over Canada.
Jalen Duren had 26 points and 13 rebounds in his return from a suspension to help the Detroit Pistons take charge in the second half and roll to a 126-110 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore was found dead at the age of 25 at a residence in New Albany, Indiana, authorities reported Saturday.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
With spring just around the corner, there's a good chance you're going to see some potholes spring up. Ryan Seidler, service manager with Tamaroff Group, shares some advice to Detroiters.
As the snow finally melted in New York City prior to this week's fresh blizzard, some New Yorkers are realizing their neighbors have been neglecting one very vital chore: picking up after their dogs.
Civil unrest and violence in Mexico has disrupted vacation and travel plans for Metro Detroiters. Those stories include a flight diverted while en route, and a family waiting for word when they can safely leave their hotel.
Blizzard warnings are affecting 40 million people on the East Coast under what is said to be New York City's worst storm in years. The impact includes canceled flights for some Detroit Metro passengers.
An East Coast blizzard is affecting some flights at Detroit Metro Airport. Metro Detroiters are among the tourists told to shelter in place after violence erupts in parts of Mexico. Those headlines, weather and other top stories are in our news brief.