Lions' Calvin Johnson The Invisible Man In Sunday's Loss
Johnson was only targeted four times in Sunday's 33-28 loss to San Diego. He finished with two catches for 39 yards, a piddling line for a guy who led the NFL in receiving in 2012.
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Johnson was only targeted four times in Sunday's 33-28 loss to San Diego. He finished with two catches for 39 yards, a piddling line for a guy who led the NFL in receiving in 2012.
"He hit him pretty flush. He (Stafford) is a tough guy and he was able to bounce back and come back strong enough to lead us down the field and score and put us in position if we get an onside kick, to tie the thing up."
The NFL says it will take no action against Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh after he dislodged an opponent's helmet Sunday at Washington.
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Adam Jones ripped off the helmet of Oakland receiver Amari Cooper and slammed his head against it.
"I wouldn't say it's frustrating. I've just got to adjust my play and understand what they're doing," he said.
The Detroit Lions were really hoping to open the season in a big way, and they looked to be doing just that halfway through the second quarter. That was when the San Diego Chargers turned things around and absolutely obliterated anything the Lions were trying to do.
Not every game Gary Kubiak has won as a coach or quarterback came with high-flying offense and touchdowns at every turn.
"It was bad clock management," said Manning, who had 193 yards passing with no touchdowns after throwing for 12 TDs in his previous four games against Dallas.
The NFL isn't supposed to look so easy.
The first half belonged to Detroit with the Lions taking a 21-10 lead into the locker room at halftime.
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DeAndre Levy is officially listed as doubtful for the Lions opener Sunday at San Diego because of a hip injury that has kept him out of practice.
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The Detroit Lions managed to escape training camp and most of the preseason without many injuries. As the season opener against the San Diego Chargers approaches, one big injury could end up being a lot worse than expected, and that is worrisome.
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"Those guys haven't practiced. Their chances of playing are obviously limited."
The Cleveland Browns' safety gives a first-hand account of his life growing up in Texas, his relationship with his older brother and his love for the city of Cleveland.
Then Yahoo decided to troll the Patriots. "Other bugs stomped to pieces inside a Gillette Stadium conference room," the app says.
"We were listening to the Patriots radio broadcast for the majority of the first half on our headsets," Tomlin said after New England beat the Steelers 28-21 on Thursday night in the NFL opener.
The San Diego Chargers have re-signed tight end John Phillips as a precaution after Ladarius Green was diagnosed with a concussion.
The NFL received a high grade for its racial hiring practices and a C+ for gender hires, according to the annual report released Thursday by The Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sport.
As Tom Brady began tossing the ball - presumably properly inflated - to receiver Danny Amendola, the precipitation slowed to a drizzle.
"At this point, I think we're fine with the amount of reps that everybody has gotten and if we do have to play without DeAndre this week that the people who step in will be ready and it won't be such a big deal."
"How quickly they pick things up and how seriously they take it. … I think a lot of times I would say not comfortable at all, but all three of those guys I feel real good about."
The Detroit Tigers and Baltimore Orioles will play a split doubleheader on Sunday after their game on Saturday was postponed due to inclement weather.
At least three people are injured after separate weekend shootings across Detroit as of Saturday night.
A male teenager is in the hospital after he was shot while driving on Detroit's north side Saturday evening.
Two Detroit nonprofit organizations have partnered together to fight food insecurity for elementary school students.
A bystander was also wounded, but no Secret Service officers were injured, officials said. President Trump was in the White House at the time of the incident.
The family of Michigan teen Noah Winters is seeking answers after he has been missing for one week.
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A bystander was also wounded, but no Secret Service officers were injured, officials said. President Trump was in the White House at the time of the incident.
A male teenager is in the hospital after he was shot while driving on Detroit's north side Saturday evening.
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Stellantis unveiled a nearly $70 million five-year strategic plan with the launch of new vehicles — including hybrids and EVs — over the next five years.
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Michigan is demanding repayment of $35 million from the American Center for Mobility, a key player in autonomous vehicle development.
A bipartisan bill introduced in Washington, D.C., by Michigan Congresswoman Debbie Dingell and Congressman John Moolenaar would prohibit the importation, manufacture or sale of Chinese cars in the United States.
Stephen Colbert made a surprise appearance hosting the "Only in Monroe" community access show broadcast in Monroe, Michigan, on Friday, one night after he recorded his final episode of "The Late Show."
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
After nearly a century on the air, CBS News Radio signed off, with the final reports airing on Friday, May 22.
Stephen Colbert hosted "The Late Show" for the final time Thursday night as the franchise came to an end after 33 years.
The Michigan woman who inspired the name of the rock band Greta Van Fleet has died.
A bystander was also wounded, but no Secret Service officers were injured, officials said. President Trump was in the White House at the time of the incident.
Kyle Busch, who won more races in NASCAR's top three series than anyone in history, died suddenly on Thursday.
U.S. officials and negotiators were discussing a process to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, sources briefed on the conversations said.
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
Landing a good-paying job may not be enough to buy a home. A new study finds family wealth plays an outsized role in who becomes a homeowner.
Two Detroit nonprofit organizations have partnered together to fight food insecurity for elementary school students.
St. Clair County health officials have identified the county's first salmonella case linked to a multistate outbreak associated with backyard poultry.
Experts at Children's Hospital of Michigan say they typically see a rise in preventable injuries this time of year, many of which can happen in just seconds.
The app helps people with allergies navigate menus and get information about kitchen practices, so they know what's safe to eat.
A bill that would ban anyone under age 16 from viewing, using or accessing social media in Michigan was introduced in the state legislature.
The Detroit Tigers and Baltimore Orioles will play a split doubleheader on Sunday after their game on Saturday was postponed due to inclement weather.
Kyle Busch, who won more races in NASCAR's top three series than anyone in history, died suddenly on Thursday.
Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal threw his third bullpen session since his rehab program from elbow surgery began.
The Detroit Lions have signed All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell to a four-year contract extension that runs through the 2030 season.
Kyle Busch's family earlier Thursday announced he had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
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