A year ago, it would have been inconceivable that despite posting a franchise-best 14-2 win-loss record, the Detroit Lions could find themselves in a winner-take-all battle against their division-rival Minnesota Vikings. The winner locks up the number one seed with the NFC Division title, a first-week bye, and home-field advantage while the loser is relegated to also-ran status … [Read more...] about Lions Face A Winner Take All Battle for The Number One Seed
Why It Might Be Better If Coach Dan Campbell Doesn’t Win COTY
While the Lions’ head coach Dan Campbell deserves the NFL Coach of the Year honor, it might be better for Detroit if he doesn’t win the award. Here’s why: any team that aspires to bring home the Lombardi trophy might want to avoid having their coach honored as the NFL’s best. There’s no correlation between an NFL coach winning the COTY award and a trip to the Super Bowl. A … [Read more...] about Why It Might Be Better If Coach Dan Campbell Doesn’t Win COTY
Top 5 Suitors For Dolphins Released Pro Bowler, Ranked
The Shaq Barrett Era is officially over in Miami, as the Dolphins released the two-time Pro Bowler on Thursday. Originally signed to a one-year deal, Barrett required just before the start of training camp. While he sat out most of the season, the pass rusher had a change of heart and wanted to return late in the season. The Dolphins originally didn’t grant his request but also … [Read more...] about Top 5 Suitors For Dolphins Released Pro Bowler, Ranked
Lions Coach a Top Candidate for Rival Team’s HC Vacancy: Report
When a 5-10 NFL team is eliminated from playoff contention after a 34-0 shutout in week 16, it signals a change at the top is underway. One of the emerging leading candidates for the New Orleans Saints‘ head coaching vacancy is Detroit Lions defensive coordinator, Aaron Glenn, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Lions’ Aaron Glenn a Top Candidate for Saints HC Job Glenn and Lions … [Read more...] about Lions Coach a Top Candidate for Rival Team’s HC Vacancy: Report
ESPN Drops Major Update Connecting Ben Johnson to the Chicago Bears
It seems like the Bears and Lions both won on Sunday. ESPN has reported that Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is expected to interview for the Chicago Bears head-coaching vacancy. This news comes a day after the Lions defeated the Bears 34-17 at Soldier Field. “Sources confirmed to ESPN that the Lions offensive coordinator is a name the Bears expect to interview … [Read more...] about ESPN Drops Major Update Connecting Ben Johnson to the Chicago Bears