NFLPA Executive Director Demaurice Smith Statement To Players On Referee Lockout
The decision by the NFL owners to lockout the referees jeopardizes your health and safety.
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The decision by the NFL owners to lockout the referees jeopardizes your health and safety.
I'm not debating whether it was or wasn't a catch or that the officials missed the call, because they clearly did.
Want to know what a company looks like when it fires all its experienced workers and hires on cheap replacements? Watch last night's embarrassment of a game between Green Bay and Seattle. But this is about more than just a game. This is about a trend in our national economy where trained professionals are cast aside for inferior workers.
He added: "Going into a game worrying about the refs more than the other team, it's a problem. The NFL, the commissioners, if they don't take action after last night ... That should be the last straw.
Here's something that you don't hear sports media types say very often.
The replacement officials in the NFL have been less than stellar thus far, in fact, this past weekend they have regressed significantly.
The Packers were jobbed by the NFL and its replacement officials last night.
Rob Bironas kicked a 26-yard field goal in overtime, and the Titans stopped backup quarterback Shaun Hill on fourth-and-1 at the Tennessee 7 to finally pull out a 44-41 win over the Detroit Lions on Sunday.
The Titans have experienced a bevy of success in recent years against NFC foes, especially at home, but Sunday's game is against a Detroit Lions team that's eager to redeem itself following a missed opportunity.
Just like the pros have a play book, the tailgater needs one too. So while we are all waiting for the next home game, which is on September 30 against the Minnesota Vikings, it is time to put together that list of all-important tailgate gear.
If you're looking for a surefire crowd pleaser, All-American Buffalo Chicken Dip is the way to go. Every time this makes a cameo appearance during the season, it's always the first to get scarfed up by fans. And that includes chicks who are watching their figure.
In getting off to a 1-1 start, the Detroit Lions have performed about as well as fans expected them too, but the poor play of quarterback Matthew Stafford is cause for concern.
In week one of the NFL season, people were somewhat tolerant of the replacement referees.
Which one is best: Cheli's Chili Bar, The Lodge Grill and Bar or 24 Seconds? You decide.
Sliders are one of the best tailgating options out there. However, with the popularity of generic cheeseburgers, tailgating taste buds can get bored. Add some Italian flair to the mix with a hearty mini-meatball sub. This will bring heartwarming flavors to the party without all of the spaghetti.
Who are the top ten quarterbacks heading into week three of the NFL season. Cam Newton, Aaron Rodgers, Drew Brees, Tom Brady and Tony Romo are on the short list of the elite QBs.
The new "Living for the City" program, announced Tuesday morning, includes providing space for healthy, locally grown foods at Ford Field through a partnership with Eastern Market.
"We look forward to getting him back as a key part of our offense," Schwartz said about Leshoure.
At the conclusion of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers/New York Giants game on Sunday, an ethical question was raised as to when the game is considered over.
San Francisco can't play any worse than they played last night, and they still pulled off an eight-point win, which makes me a believer.
The NFL became aware of an item on Brian Stropolo's Facebook page that identified him as a Saints fan Sunday morning.
Heading out to tailgate before the game is great. But while there, everyone must know you are a Lions fan. There is no better way to show this than by dressing up your vehicle.
One of the best snacks to munch on during a football game is guacamole. A sweet-and-spicy take on this typical avocado delight is guaranteed to please a rowdy crowd.
It struck me over the past week how few college football games really matter.
A passing boater rescued a man who fell off a personal watercraft Saturday in Anchor Bay, the Macomb County Sheriff's Office said.
Police are seeking tips to help solve a "smash and grab" style jewelry theft at Helzberg Diamond Outlet in Auburn Hills.
Isle Royale National Park officials announced Duncan Narrows Campground will be closed from July 13 to 31, with the possibility of an extension if necessary.
All lanes of eastbound Interstate 94 at Moross Road in Metro Detroit were shut down for hours for a police investigation on Tuesday.
The entire state of Michigan will be under an air quality alert on Wednesday due to particulate pollution from Canadian wildfire smoke, environmental officials said.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to more than 3,300 cases in 55 counties.
All lanes of eastbound Interstate 94 at Moross Road in Metro Detroit were shut down for hours for a police investigation on Tuesday.
The entire state of Michigan will be under an air quality alert on Wednesday due to particulate pollution from Canadian wildfire smoke, environmental officials said.
Cooling centers are open, and some events are canceled, for Tuesday in response to a heat wave.
Police say a man who was held after Saturday's shooting at a shopping mall in Auburn Hills has been released from custody.
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.
Neither of the victims of the ICE shootings in Maine or Texas were the target of enforcement operations, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Lower gasoline prices slowed inflation in June, though many household costs remained stubbornly high.
A 65-year-old man was thrown 8 feet into the air by a bison that charged at him in Yellowstone National Park, video shows.
A quarter of working-age adults use credit cards to purchase groceries but struggle to repay their debts, a new study finds.
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.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to more than 3,300 cases in 55 counties.
The latest announcement from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services comes hours after officials said the number of cases had grown to more than 2,600.
The ambulance is designed to connect children with specialized care as quickly and safely as possible.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to more than 2,600 cases.
According to event organizers, the swim raised about $130,000 this year alone.
An amended complaint by former University of Michigan football coach Chris Partridge alleges that school leaders concealed their knowledge of the sign-stealing scheme that was under investigation by the NCAA.
Sophie Shaft is a rising star with USA weightlifting, and she's got the hardware to show for it.
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.
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.
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to more than 3,300 cases in 55 counties.
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Maine fatally shot a man in his car on Monday, the Department of Homeland Security said.
The number of cases of a parasite that causes an illness known as cyclosporiasis has been growing across the country, particularly in Michigan. The exact cause remains under investigation.
President Trump claims that passage in the Strait of Hormuz will be open to all countries except Iran and its customers. CBS News has this report.
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster on Monday appointed the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's sister Darline Graham to finish his Senate term, which ends in January. CBS News has this report.