Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports The Hall of Fame tight end believes T.J. Hockenson can be great. Some may view T.J. Hockenson’s rookie season with the Detroit Lions as a bit of a disappointment. The eighth overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft started the season with a bang, hauling in 131 yards and a score in his NFL debut. However, he had just 236 yards and one score for the … [Read more...] about Tony Gonzalez wants to help tap T.J. Hockenson ‘All-Pro’ potential
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Philip Rivers could increase the value of Detroit Lions top draft pick
The Chargers could be the latest NFL team drafting in the top-10 to need a quarterback. How much could the Detroit Lions get for the third overall pick? The Detroit Lions pick at third overall is really the show starter for the 2020 NFL Draft. It’s also shaping up to be a possible gold mine […] Philip Rivers could increase the value of Detroit Lions top draft pick - SideLion … [Read more...] about Philip Rivers could increase the value of Detroit Lions top draft pick
Former Michigan State star Kirk Cousins confident in Mark Dantonio and the program
Former Michigan State star Kirk Cousins confident in Mark Dantonio and the program[unable to retrieve full-text content]Minnesota Vikings quarterback and former Michigan State star Kirk Cousins speaks with Dave Birkett at Super Bowl radio row on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020, in Miami. Published at Wed, 29 Jan 2020 16:20:34 +0000 … [Read more...] about Former Michigan State star Kirk Cousins confident in Mark Dantonio and the program
Richard Sherman rejected Lions offer, and Patriot way
When cornerback Richard Sherman had free agency options, he weighed more than just the money that was presented to him. He also wanted to win, and the play in a place he was comfortable. Sherman told David Lombardi of TheAthletic.com that he rejected a Lions offer which included more guaranteed money, primarily because he didn’t [more] … [Read more...] about Richard Sherman rejected Lions offer, and Patriot way
Open thread: Who is your unconventional first-round pick for the Lions?
Vasha Hunt-USA TODAY Sports I’m already tired of seeing Jeff Okudah and Derrick Brown in every mock draft. We’re not even done with January and I’ve already had it with mock drafts handing the Lions Jeff Okudah or Derrick Brown. Come on, folks. Have some fun, spice it up. Give the Lions a tight end at three and watch the fan base erupt in flames. The offseason is a time for … [Read more...] about Open thread: Who is your unconventional first-round pick for the Lions?
Positional breakdown: Don’t be too sure DE is high on the Lions’ needs list
Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports I know you want an edge rusher, but I’m not sure the Lions feel the same way. The Detroit Lions’ lack of a pass rusher stuck out like a sore thumb last year. Week after week, we saw charts like this pop up, suggesting that opposing quarterbacks had more time to throw against the Lions than any other opponent. So it comes as no surprise that … [Read more...] about Positional breakdown: Don’t be too sure DE is high on the Lions’ needs list
If the Detroit Lions want Chase Young, they need a strategy
If the Detroit Lions truly want the best options with their number three pick, they need to be serious about taking a quarterback. The Detroit Lions spend this Super Bowl week no closer to achieving a title, as another year has come and gone with little progress towards building a championship team. The 2019 season […] If the Detroit Lions want Chase Young, they need a strategy … [Read more...] about If the Detroit Lions want Chase Young, they need a strategy
Central stage: Chippewas’ Joe Staley, Eric Fisher step into Super Bowl spotlight
Central stage: Chippewas' Joe Staley, Eric Fisher step into Super Bowl spotlight By Matt Schoch The Detroit News Published 11:00 PM EST Jan 28, 2020 Two former Central Michigan football players have been … [Read more...] about Central stage: Chippewas’ Joe Staley, Eric Fisher step into Super Bowl spotlight
Detroit Lions: 3 possible first-time Pro Bowlers in 2021
The Detroit Lions are hoping to become a playoff contender in 2020. If they accomplish their goal, here are three players likely headed to the Pro Bowl. The Detroit Lions sent wide receiver Kenny Golladay and cornerback Darius Slay to the Pro Bowl over the weekend. For Golladay, it was his first nomination. And for […] Detroit Lions: 3 possible first-time Pro Bowlers in 2021 - … [Read more...] about Detroit Lions: 3 possible first-time Pro Bowlers in 2021