Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports Our preview podcast changes its format for this divisional matchup. A standard article to write during preseason football is some variation of the “4 things to watch” analytical piece. No one really wants to watch preseason football, but for the die-hards and the fans that obsess over every inch of the 53-man roster and practice squad, the games … [Read more...] about Lions vs. Vikings preview: 4 reasons to watch
NFL Week 14 picks against the spread: Back at it
Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images Another tilt, another spin. We took the holidays off as I clashed with a medical issue and Ryan clashed with turkey. But money can’t wait much longer. We need to move, move, move. Dallas -3 at Chicago Chris: After beating up on the Lions, the Bears are good and gassed up, everyone believing them to be back on track. Newsflash, the Lions … [Read more...] about NFL Week 14 picks against the spread: Back at it
Detroit Lions fans are flatlining
Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports GIVE ME TWO CCs OF CHASE YOUNG, STAT! There comes a time every year in which the general population loses a little of their normal-day enthusiasm. The year grows long, the stressful holidays are on the horizon, you realize some of your annual goals will come up short, and the weather draws you inside, where you contemplate your entire life and the … [Read more...] about Detroit Lions fans are flatlining
Open thread: If not Matt Patrica, who should coach the Lions in 2020?
Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images There aren’t many good options, and there could be a lot of competition With the Lions officially knocked out of the playoff race it’s time to squarely focus on 2020. There is a lot of uncertainty swirling around Allen Park these days. Patricia’s name is now firmly entrenched in coaching hot seat reports. And with Panthers head … [Read more...] about Open thread: If not Matt Patrica, who should coach the Lions in 2020?
Back injury not affecting Stafford’s long-term commitment to football
Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports Stafford isn’t hearing any early retirement talk. The chatter has already begun with some fans. Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford has now suffered fractures in his back in two consecutive season. Back issues are always taken seriously, and at 31 years old, Stafford is likely closer to the end of his NFL career than the start of it. So, … [Read more...] about Back injury not affecting Stafford’s long-term commitment to football
Detroit Lions RB Kerryon Johnson returning to practice
Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images The Lions RB will be at practice Wednesday, but won’t be eligible to play until Week 16. If you’ve forgotten about Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson, no one would blame you. The 2018 second-round pick was placed on injured reserve after suffering a knee injury against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 7. With the Lions now officially … [Read more...] about Detroit Lions RB Kerryon Johnson returning to practice
Injury report: Matthew Stafford sits, D-Line is finally healthy
Photo by Dave Reginek/Getty Images It’s probably too little, too late, but Detroit’s defensive line could be full health for the first time all season. While Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford remains on the 53-man roster, it doesn’t look like the franchise quarterback will be returning to the playing field this week. Stafford was, again, sidelined for Wednesday’s … [Read more...] about Injury report: Matthew Stafford sits, D-Line is finally healthy
The Lions front office should shoulder more blame for team’s struggles
Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images Are the higher ups the problem in Detroit? We’re at that point in the Lions season right now. Really we’re at that point in the Lions existence. Things are at an all time fever pitch with Lions fans that are strongly upset with their football team. It’s easy to see why this is might be the highest point of unrest that I can personally … [Read more...] about The Lions front office should shoulder more blame for team’s struggles
Week 14 scouting report: The Vikings defense is suddenly struggling
Ben Ludeman-USA TODAY Sports The identity of the Vikings has dramatically shifted over the past month. In a lot of ways, the Minnesota Vikings were the team that sent the Detroit Lions into a downward spiral. While Detroit entered that Week 7 game already on a two-game skid, this was the first game of the season the Lions looked truly overmatched. It was the first game we … [Read more...] about Week 14 scouting report: The Vikings defense is suddenly struggling