Despite the regression of the Lions defense under Kelvin Sheppard, head coach Dan Campbell signaled his support for his first-year defensive coordinator this week. “‘Shep’ has really grown this year,” Campbell said (via Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press). “I think with any first-time coordinator, first-time coach, you go through a lot and you learn along the … [Read more...] about Dan Campbell Endorses Kelvin Sheppard
Frank Ragnow Expected To Stay Retired; Lions Could Move Tate Ratledge To Center
The Lions’ offensive line suffered a brutal blow when four-time Pro Bowl center Frank Ragnow retired last June. Ragnow hung it up a couple of weeks after his 29th birthday, but five months later, he staged a comeback bid in late November. That attempt never got off the ground, though, as a failed physical prevented Ragnow from rejoining the team this season. A Grade 3 … [Read more...] about Frank Ragnow Expected To Stay Retired; Lions Could Move Tate Ratledge To Center
Monster blockbuster trade proposal could put the Pistons in the Finals
The Pistons could solve their biggest problem with a 3-way deal with Minnesota and Brooklyn. … [Read more...] about Monster blockbuster trade proposal could put the Pistons in the Finals
Steven Stamkos scores goal No. 600, Predators win New Year’s Eve matinee in Vegas 4-2
The Predators, in the middle of a season-long seven-game road trip, won for the 12th time in 17 games, including the third of their first four on the trip. … [Read more...] about Steven Stamkos scores goal No. 600, Predators win New Year’s Eve matinee in Vegas 4-2
NFC Notes: Fred Warner, Matthew Stafford, 49ers, Lions, Rams
49ers Ian Rapoport reports that 49ers LB Fred Warner is targeting a return for the NFC title game, potentially in a spot role. Rapoport adds that LT Trent Williams will undergo tests on his hamstring, and it remains to be seen if he will bounce back from the injury, given that he hasn’t had any hamstring issues in his career. Shanahan said RB Christian McCaffrey did not … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Fred Warner, Matthew Stafford, 49ers, Lions, Rams