Lions Notch First Win: 'Nobody Ever Said It Had To Be Pretty'
"It's fun when you have a game like that and nobody ever said it had to be pretty. We won ugly, but we got our first win."
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"It's fun when you have a game like that and nobody ever said it had to be pretty. We won ugly, but we got our first win."
Matthew Stafford bounced back from getting benched for the first time and led the Detroit Lions to a desperately needed victory.
It's almost hard to believe that we've already steamrolled our way to week six of the NFL season.
Here are five games you want to make sure you don't miss this coming weekend.
The Detroit Lions are looking to do whatever it takes to win their first game of the season, but they're going to have to do it without three key players. DeAndre Levy is out for the game with the Chicago Bears, but it looks like it could be much longer.
Tight end Eric Ebron and defensive tackle Haloti Ngata will both miss the Lions' game against the Bears on Sunday.
Antonio Brown hasn't seen as many passes thrown his way lately.
The Top 5 Sports Callers of the week is a weekly installment from CBS Local Sports that will bring you the wildest callers from across the nation.
The Lions – at 49.8 rushing yards per game - are still ahead of the 1940 Eagles, which set the league record for fewest rushing yards in a season (298, an average of just over 25 per game in their 11-game schedule).
New York Giants offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz tells his story of getting into football and going from being a 7th round pick to one of the top guards in the game.
Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler has become well acquainted with his wide receivers, right down to the very last one.
The NFL trade deadline is still two weeks away, but it's not too early to start dreaming up some possible trade scenarios that would completely change the landscape of the league.
"So we've got to develop some consistency before we develop an identity and that's the big thing we've been stressing with our guys."
"From my vantage point, the problem is not what plays are being called, and so that's window dressing."
If you aren't a hardcore NFL fan, then the name Brock Hekking probably won't ring a bell.
The big talk with the Detroit Lions this week is that of quarterback Matthew Stafford who was benched during last week's loss to Arizona Cardinals, but the waters appear to have calmed. Well, all except for Michael Bennett who thinks Stafford is one of those that killed JFK.
Tom Brady has four Super Bowl rings, is a future Hall of Famer and his New England Patriots are off to a 4-0 start, and yet he's still quick to mention his 199th rank in the draft more than a decade ago as motivation for excellence.
"Definitely a stepping stone in my life, very monumental."
"Everybody called out when you can be better. If you did something good, other guys were like, 'Hey, nice job.'"
The NFC South is the focus of Thursday Night Football this week as the New Orleans Saints take on the undefeated Atlanta Falcons.
"I'm 22," Ebron said. "I ain't 40 like most of these guys. I'm gonna be all right."
DeAndre Levy re-injured his ailing hip during his season debut against the Cardinals, and head coach Jim Caldwell announced Wednesday that the linebacker now needs surgery.
There are points to be had this week, but also points to be lost. Let's take a look at who to tab and who to steer clear of for Week 6.
"I think this is going to be a great game. I think Michigan's going to win the game."
"I don't think fans understand how important they are to us. They're very important, they play a big role especially in the fourth quarter."
The two nations, which lie on opposite sides of the vital, narrow waterway, discussed a proposal to temporarily reopen it and clear mines.
Parents piled in at Tuesday's board meeting to voice their concerns or support the new bell-to-bell cell phone ban.
Police say the suspect took off in an unknown direction after the shooting.
Strong-to-severe storms are possible again this week in Southeast Michigan, with a focus on Wednesday evening.
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.
Strong-to-severe storms are possible again this week in Southeast Michigan, with a focus on Wednesday evening.
Parents piled in at Tuesday's Birmingham Public School board meeting to voice their concerns or support the new bell-to-bell cellphone ban.
Detroit rapper Eminem joined several others paying tribute to singer and actress Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80.
CBS News Detroit is looking into the impact tariffs between the U.S. and Canada will have on Michigan wallets.
The two nations, which lie on opposite sides of the vital, narrow waterway, discussed a proposal to temporarily reopen it and clear mines.
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.
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.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs has died at the age of 87, her family said Saturday.
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.
CBS News Detroit is looking into the impact tariffs between the U.S. and Canada will have on Michigan wallets.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Canadian government officials said they are also providing aid for workers and businesses that could be hurt by U.S.-imposed tariffs.
A federal judge on Tuesday rejected Ghislaine Maxwell's effort to toss out her 2021 conviction on sex-trafficking charges and 20-year prison sentence.
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.
The number of new cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan is starting to noticeably slow down, but state health officials are still tracking the summer outbreak.
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.
Detroit's new professional women's hockey team welcomed its star player to Little Caesars Arena on Tuesday, officially introducing Hilary Knight.
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
Jonathan Aranda homered and Drew Rasmussen gave up three hits in six strong innings as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the slumping Detroit Tigers 4-1.
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.
A preliminary exam is expected to continue on Wednesday in Lenawee County, Michigan, as John Skelton faces murder charges related to the 2010 disappearance of his three young sons. Here's a recap of testimony on Tuesday as the judge considers whether to move the case forward.
Deputies searched Tuesday for a missing boater in White Lake Township. Severe weather is possible in Metro Detroit during Wednesday afternoon and evening. Those headlines and other top stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
Happy Hump Day family! Partly Sunny and humid today with a high around 83. Scattered thunderstorms are forecast this late afternoon and evening ahead of a cold front arriving from the west. The potential exists for isolated severe thunderstorms, with damaging wind the main threat. Large hail and a tornado cannot be ruled out. Much of the area is in a Marginal Risk (1 of 5) for severe weather with areas south of I-96 designated in a Slight Risk (2 of 5).
Detroit police were on scene early Wednesday on the west side, where police tape blocked off a car. Here's what we know as of 6:35 a.m.
Country music icon Dolly Parton is being remembered across the country with flowers, notes, pink lights and even flags at half-staff. CBS News shares the scenes.