Detroit Lions Studs And Duds For First Half Of Season
With the Detroit Lions on their bye week, here is a look at some of the players that have been putting up big numbers for the Lions, and some that have perhaps disappointed.
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With the Detroit Lions on their bye week, here is a look at some of the players that have been putting up big numbers for the Lions, and some that have perhaps disappointed.
Questions about Matthew Stafford as an overall quarterback continue, but his play Sunday drew lots of attention.
Evidently, Johnson is feeling better. Without a doubt, that is bad news for defenses everywhere.
Fans in New York never want to abandon thoughts of the postseason this early into any season. As frustrated as they may be, the hope of a postseason run remains in the minds of the fans of both New York NFL teams.
"The Super Bowl's female audience has more than doubled from only five years ago, and the last three Super Bowl broadcasts have set records for being the most-watched shows by female viewers."
Schwartz made it clear with Karsch and Anderson of 97.1 The Ticket that he will be staying focused on the job even though the Lions have the week off.
For all the ways the life of the average person is different from that of a multi-millionaire athlete, a love of Chipotle might be one aspect that is similar - that, and of course the Halloween candy.
One Lions fan, initially unaware that he was being recorded at home, reacts in a way that can only be described as a fan who has been through the wringer with the teams' up and down performance over the years.
So far Leshoure has only seen time in two games this season, and the situation seems unlikely to change - unless, perhaps, he changes teams.
As the final gun sounded after the Lions epic comeback win against Dallas on Sunday at Ford Field you could feel like you had just witnessed something truly special. Sadly something that has rarely transpired in my lifetime of watching the Detroit Lions.
The Detroit Lions posted footage from the final drive of Sunday's last-minute win over the Dallas Cowboys.
Perhaps the most interesting comment from Mitchell, though, came when he compared his play to that of others.
No stranger to comebacks, Detroit Lions wide receiver Ryan Broyles has already blown out both ACLs and rehabbed successfully from those injuries. Now Broyles faces another long-term injury.
The Lions turned the ball over four times, but thanks to some late game heroics they still managed to pull off a victory over the Dallas Cowboys.
Far from accepting the reality of never-ending pizza jokes, Nate Burleson has embraced them.
Everyone expected Stafford to spike the ball.
Calvin Johnson himself seemed a little shocked at the numbers he put up Sunday.
"I think a lot of people took it the wrong way," Bryant said. "Clearly, I said there was no comparison."
A committee began work Friday reviewing ways to strengthen the law that penalizes sports agents for providing gifts to college athletes and other improper conduct.
As the Lions prepare for their matchup with the Dallas Cowboys, they face the potential of missing both of their starting offensive tackles.
97.1 The Ticket's Mike Valenti believes that this season, the time of hardship may soon be coming to a close for Lions fans.
Everyone appreciate Quin's professionalism and veteran presence, but fellow safety Louis Delmas might value him more than anyone.
More than just improving the on-field performance, the changes have positively affected the locker room.
All lanes of eastbound Interstate 94 near Trumbull Street in Detroit were shut down to traffic after a crash early Monday.
A man is dead and three other people were detained following a gunshot detection alert on the west side of Detroit Sunday evening, according to police.
A 54-year-old man is dead after a homicide at a marina in South Rockwood, Michigan, on Sunday morning, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.
Shoes intended for an annual charity giveaway in Detroit were recently stolen from a local nonprofit organization's warehouse. Now, the group is asking for the public's help.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
All lanes of eastbound Interstate 94 near Trumbull Street in Detroit were shut down to traffic after a crash early Monday.
Heat alerts were issued for millions across parts of the western U.S. Sunday as an unusually prolonged heat dome reached its peak.
A 54-year-old man is dead after a homicide at a marina in South Rockwood, Michigan, on Sunday morning, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.
Shoes intended for an annual charity giveaway in Detroit were recently stolen from a local nonprofit organization's warehouse. Now, the group is asking for the public's help.
The senior U.S. senator for South Carolina died suddenly at 71 on Saturday.
As the United States marks its 250th birthday, Ford Motor Company is showcasing more than a century of automotive history in a new exhibit that explores the company's role in shaping America.
The Detroit Auto Show has spent more than a century evolving alongside the auto industry. It has grown from a small, local exhibition into one of the world's premier automotive events.
The Pontiac Star Car Reunion at the Oakland Expo Center features a wide range of vehicles.
President Trump says major automakers Ford and General Motors are in talks with defense contractors about possibly repurposing some plants for weapons production.
According to AAA, the average cost of gas statewide sits at $4.07.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
The Hitsville USA campus is undergoing a $75 million donor-funded expansion that includes a theater, recording studio, and immersive exhibits, with a grand reopening planned for 2027.
Grammy Award-winning rapper and recording artist Ludacris won't be performing at the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, Michigan, after initially being billed for the event due to an "unforeseen scheduling conflict," according to organizers.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
Heat alerts were issued for millions across parts of the western U.S. Sunday as an unusually prolonged heat dome reached its peak.
Sen. Lindsey Graham was running for reelection in November when he died suddenly on Saturday.
The senior U.S. senator for South Carolina died suddenly at 71 on Saturday.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, who had just returned from a trip to Ukraine.
According to event organizers, the swim raised about $130,000 this year alone.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to more than 1,500 cases.
The three-year agreement reached by the University of Michigan Professional Nurse Council features competitive wage increases, stronger workplace violence protections and improved staffing ratios.
Sturgis Hospital shut down June 19 after more than 100 years serving St. Joseph County, and the nearest emergency department is now roughly 25 miles from patients who once had one 2 miles away.
As of July 9, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has received 1,251 reports since June 22.
J.T. Realmuto hit a three-run double in the sixth inning and Zack Wheeler struck out 10 in six scoreless innings, helping the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Detroit Tigers 5-0 on Sunday to win their three-game series before the All-Star break.
Detroit Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle can't wait to go home for the All-Star Game in Philadelphia.
Cristopher Sánchez struck out seven in seven innings as the Phillies ended the Detroit Tigers' six-game win streak.
Jayden Adams' death was confirmed by South Africa's minister of sport, arts and culture on Saturday.
The University of Michigan named Mike Boynton Jr. as its new men's basketball head coach on Friday.
The Democratic side of the aisle had an intriguing development earlier this week when state Rep. Mallory McMorrow suddenly dropped out of the contest
Former NBA All-Star/entrepreneur Jalen Rose, DTE's Trevor Lauer and Oakland University president Ora Hirsch Pescovitz headline an all-star Michigan Matters episode.
Mark Hollis, COO of Rocket Entertainment and tournament director of the PGA Tour's Rocket Classic, appears on Michigan Matters.
Former U.S. Energy Secretary and Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm appears exclusively on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matters.
We're in the throes of the 100 most dangerous driving days of the year as more folks take to the road for vacations.
An investigation continues into Saturday's shooting at Great Lakes Crossing. Voting machine tests have begun for Michigan's August primary. Those headlines and other stories are in the CBS Detroit news brief.
Monday's weather for Metro Detroit will be hot and sunny as another heat dome builds up. The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat watch for all of Southeast Michigan for Tuesday afternoon and evening.
A crash shut down eastbound I-94 early Monday near Trumbull Street in Detroit.
Flags were at half-staff around the U.S. on Sunday following the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham. He was considered a key ally of President Trump. Olivia Rinaldi reports on reactions from officials across the U.S. and the world.
After years of planning and millions of dollars in upgrades, Pontiac Oaks Park in Pontiac is officially back open. Oakland County officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the renovations on Sunday.