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NFC Notes: Jordan Love, Colston Loveland, Bears, Lions, Packers

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Bears When the Bears hired new HC Ben Johnson, QB Caleb Williams said he was excited for some hard coaching. That’s exactly what he’s gotten so far, with Johnson relentlessly drilling Williams on the details he wants to see in his game.  “Before it was a little bit more, ‘How can we just bridge him to this first year?'” Bears GM Ryan Poles said via ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. “This … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Jordan Love, Colston Loveland, Bears, Lions, Packers

Lions Still In Contact With Za’Darius Smith

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Za’Darius Smith remains unsigned, but the veteran pass rusher has already made it clear that he hopes to continue his stay in Detroit. That sentiment appears to be mutual, although it doesn’t sound like any deal is imminent. [RELATED: Za’Darius Smith Wants To Return To Lions] While speaking with reporters, Lions general manager Brad Holmes stated that he’s maintained contact … [Read more...] about Lions Still In Contact With Za’Darius Smith

Lions Yet To Engage In Serious Aidan Hutchinson Extension Talks

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As the Cowboys receive more attention for a prolonged negotiation with a standout player, not much is coming out of Detroit, where another edge-rushing domino sits. The Lions’ Hutchinson process could throw a wrench in the Cowboys’ long-running Micah Parsons talks, but it does not sound like the former No. 2 overall pick is in a hurry. Although Detroit acted early with a … [Read more...] about Lions Yet To Engage In Serious Aidan Hutchinson Extension Talks

Lions CB Ennis Rakestraw To Undergo Shoulder Surgery

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Lions head coach Dan Campbell noted earlier this week that Ennis Rakestraw was likely facing a lengthy absence. The latest update regarding the second-year corner further indicates that will be the case. A post from Rakestraw’s Instagram account (h/t MLive’s Kory Woods) demonstrates he is set to undergo surgery. A shoulder injury suffered during training camp resulted in … [Read more...] about Lions CB Ennis Rakestraw To Undergo Shoulder Surgery