Lions Try To Get Offense Back On Track Against Top Passing Defense In NFL
"Just knowing that we have good players, knowing that we've executed well in spots and when we get a little more consistent, we're going to be a lot more excited about it."
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"Just knowing that we have good players, knowing that we've executed well in spots and when we get a little more consistent, we're going to be a lot more excited about it."
"We wouldn't be satisfied if we were 2-0. We're always seeking and fighting for perfection, and it's tough to get there. Winning or losing – to me, everything is difficult, everything is frustrating until it's all done and you got the number of victories you want and you win it all. So up until that time, you're in a constant state of frustration."
"A lot of the things they're saying about him, the same thing they said about Peyton early on in his career."
Quarterback Matthew Stafford was a full participant in the Lions' Wednesday practice, as he deals with an unspecified injury to his ribs that he suffered against Minnesota.
Odell Beckham Jr. is the only Giants receiver with more than 43 receiving yards on the season, so it's clear Manning will be looking his way a lot Thursday night.
The Detroit Lions are sitting at 0-2 with a game coming up against the Denver Broncos on Sunday night.
"I have to do a better job as far as finding the holes and making things happen. We can do better collectively as a group, but I take most of the blame."
"All I know is when it comes time to make a clutch throw, he always makes it, whether it's zipped or lobbed or whatever. We expect him to be able to make all his throws."
Ndamukong Suh ate on the move Wednesday, devouring the last half of a lunch-time sandwich as he walked across the locker room.
Head coach Jim Caldwell again deferred to the injury report when asked about the status of quarterback Matthew Stafford.
Kam Chancellor has ended his holdout and reported to the Seattle Seahawks after missing training camp and the first two weeks of the regular season.
The Former Washington Redskin took some time to discuss the upcoming game between the Skins and Giants, but also the troubles of the whole NFC East.
The Denver Broncos' powerful pass-rush is about to get even better. And deeper.
Matt Cassel is headed to Dallas in a trade as the Cowboys try to bolster their depth at quarterback while Tony Romo is sidelined at least seven games because of a broken left collarbone.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton will be hosting a television show on the Nickelodeon network next year.
When the Vikings hosted the Detroit Lions on Sunday in their home opener, Ragnar was nowhere to be found.
The Denver Broncos don't look like the same dominant team from the past few years, but they're still extremely dangerous. With the way the Detroit Lions have played so far, they must not take anyone lightly in search of their first win of the season.
"I think everyone in this building – I mean, hopefully everyone in this state – support Stafford and this team. … I wouldn't pay too much attention to all that BS. That's just someone trying to start something, give someone something to talk about."
Matthew Stafford was in the locker room Monday, but he wouldn't comment to reporters on any injuries after last weekend's loss to Minnesota.
Here's what some of the league's coaches had to say on Monday about their team's performance in Week 2.
"We'll see. Like I said, he's very, very sore. There's no question about that. He got hit far too many times."
To add literal insult to injury, Pro Football Focus now says that Stafford has the second-worst grades of any quarterback through the first two weeks. PFF grades each player in the NFL each week, based off their performances, then those grades are normalized based off individual game situations.
USA Today ran the numbers, and teams that start 2-0 like the Lions are - newsflash - far less likely to make the playoffs. According to the story, "over the past six seasons you have a 4% chance of making the playoffs if you're winless headed into Week 3." And since the NFL expanded to its playoff format in 1990, only 11.2 percent of 204 teams to start 2-0 have made the playoffs that season.
Yes, even a kicker got his hands on Murray.
He almost made the interception.
A series of memorial services will begin on Thursday to honor the late Reverend Jesse Jackson.
New Haven schools are resuming classes Thursday, with alternate arrangements in the works for lunch service, as a boil water advisory continues in the area.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
A bipartisan Senate duo is teaming up on legislation that would ban large investment firms from snapping up single-family homes, a measure they say is aimed at the country's housing affordability crunch.
A man's comment during the Warren City Council meeting Tuesday night has led to an open investigation involving the Secret Service.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
A series of memorial services will begin on Thursday to honor the late Reverend Jesse Jackson.
New Haven schools are resuming classes Thursday, with alternate arrangements in the works for lunch service, as a boil water advisory continues in the area.
A massive fire destroyed a St Clair County Sheriff's Office storage facility early Wednesday. While no one was hurt, the building holds evidence. What does this mean for pending court cases?
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her final State of the State address as Michigan's governor on Wednesday night.
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.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
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.
A bipartisan Senate duo is teaming up on legislation that would ban large investment firms from snapping up single-family homes, a measure they say is aimed at the country's housing affordability crunch.
The Detroit Pistons faced a shell of the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night in a possible NBA Finals preview.
Lawyers say China's government intervened and helped get charges dropped against three Chinese scientists at the University of Michigan.
Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez will receive the final payments from their new contracts with the Detroit Tigers in 2039, with the team deferring $31 million of the $128 million it committed to the pitchers.
About 50 million workers lack access to employer-sponsored retirement plans, a hurdle to setting aside money for old age.
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.
The Detroit Pistons faced a shell of the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night in a possible NBA Finals preview.
Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez will receive the final payments from their new contracts with the Detroit Tigers in 2039, with the team deferring $31 million of the $128 million it committed to the pitchers.
Detroit Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker has decided to return for an 11th season.
Elliot Cadeau had 15 points and L.J. Cason scored 11 of his 14 points in the second half as No. 3 Michigan beat Minnesota 77-67 on Tuesday night to clinch at least a share of the Big Ten title for the first time in five years.
Connor Hellebuyck stopped 41 of Team Canada's 42 shots in the Olympic gold medal match.
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.
A sinkhole on Detroit's west side that is several feet long, and several inches deep, damaged at least one vehicle when a motorist struck it. Here's a look at the barricades that are now up
A massive fire destroyed a St Clair County Sheriff's Office storage facility. A trial date will be rescheduled in the case of a Pontiac mother accused of child abuse. Other top stories and weather.
Good morning Family! Looking at mostly clear skies today with temps reaching into mid 30's. Staying dry the next few days with warmer temps into low mid 50's by Friday!!
A man's comment during the Warren City Council meeting Tuesday night has led to an open investigation involving the Secret Service.
A massive fire has essentially destroyed a St Clair County Sheriff's Office storage facility. While no one was hurt, the building holds evidence. So what does this mean for pending court cases in the county?