Detroit Lions

NFL picks, Week 6
Detroit News | October 10, 2008
Terry Foster, John Niyo, Rob Parker, and Bob Wojnowski give their selections for this week's games. Best bets are bold.

Chargers fans in nasty mood
Detroit News | October 10, 2008
LaDainian Tomlinson is weary, sore and doesn't seem to have any answers. Fans of the Chargers seem pretty beat up, too, although they've got some really strong opinions about what's wrong with their team. Five games into what is supposed to be a Super Bowl season, the Chargers are bewildering. They're 2-3 and need to win Sunday night against the Patriots, to avoid being in a real mess.

Jones is still in lineup
Detroit News | October 10, 2008
Cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones is still in the lineup for the Cowboys after his latest incident involving police. Cowboys coach Wade Phillips said Thursday that Jones will play Sunday against the Cardinals, and owner Jerry Jones said the team didn't plan any discipline after the player got into a scuffle with his bodyguard Tuesday night in the bathroom of an upscale Dallas hotel.

Lions finally get favorable ruling
Detroit News | October 10, 2008
It took three years and a series of delayed hearings before arbitrator Shyam Das finally ruled in the Lions' favor in their 2005 grievance against former first-rounder Charles Rogers. But that was the easy part.

Kitna still out; Orlovsky is likely to start
Detroit News | October 10, 2008
Lions quarterback Jon Kitna saw media approaching, lowered his head and walked away. There would be another day of silence and another day of no practice for Kitna, who is out because of an injured lower back. Lions offensive coordinator Jim Colletto said the team might wait until Sunday to decide who gets the starting nod.

Lions sign FB Moran Norris, cut RB Marcus Thomas
San Francisco Chronicle | October 09, 2008
The Detroit Lions signed fullback Moran Norris and cut running back Marcus Thomas on Thursday. The Lions also added defensive back Chris Roberson to the practice squad after losing wide receiver Kenneth Moore, who was signed by the Carolina Panthers. Norris,...

Mariucci: Lions can win with smart decisions
Detroit News | October 09, 2008
Former Lions coach Steve Mariucci says owner Willam Clay Ford Sr. can have a winner in Detroit if more accurate evaluations are made on player personnel.

Man indicted in slaying of Broncos' Williams
Detroit News | October 09, 2008
DENVER -- A 25-year-old man was indicted Wednesday on first-degree murder charges in the drive-by shooting death of Denver Broncos cornerback Darrent Williams on New Year's Day 2007.

Lions QB Kitna undergoes MRI, status in doubt
Detroit News | October 09, 2008
Lions quarterback Jon Kitna underwent an MRI exam on his injured back Wednesday afternoon, casting some doubt on his ability to play Sunday against the Vikings. Kitna, who has started the last 36 games for the Lions, missed the second half of Sunday's 34-7 loss to Chicago after experiencing back spasms during the game.

Police: Cowboys' Pacman Jones involved in fight at hotel
Detroit News | October 09, 2008
DALLAS -- Dallas Cowboys cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones was involved in a fight with one of his bodyguards, according to Dallas police, the night before attending a previously scheduled team meeting with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell.

Report: Lions win ruling against Charles Rogers
Detroit News | October 09, 2008
DETROIT -- The Detroit Lions didn't get what they wanted from Charles Rogers on the field, but the team is due to recover some of its financial losses from the first-round bust.

Lions' Marinelli, Ford Sr. meet up
Detroit News | October 09, 2008
DETROIT -- If Lions owner William Clay Ford Sr. has any misgivings about keeping coach Rod Marinelli around, it's news to him.

Lions' Kitna might sit out Sunday
Detroit News | October 09, 2008
Lions starting QB missed second half against Bears because of back spasms.

Report: Rogers ruled to repay Lions
Kansas City Star | October 09, 2008
Former Detroit wide receiver Charles Rogers will reportedly need to repay the Lions millions of dollars, after the franchise won a grievance against the player.

Lions sign FB Moran Norris, cut RB Marcus Thomas
Buffalo News | October 09, 2008
The Detroit Lions signed fullback Moran Norris and cut running back Marcus Thomas on Thursday.

Lions' Kitna: So much wrong, so little right
Star Tribune | October 08, 2008
Lions quarterback Jon Kitna says it's hard to pinpoint his team's problems but listed turnovers as a starting point.

Saints cornerback is done for season
Detroit News | October 08, 2008
METAIRIE, La. -- Saints starting cornerback Tracy Porter will miss the rest of his rookie season after suffering a dislocated right wrist during Monday night's game against Minnesota.

Mike O'Hara: What is chance Lions will go 0-16 for season?
Detroit News | October 08, 2008
Will they ever win? That's the burning question for the Lions. There is no good answer to that question with one quarter of the NFL season gone. The Lions' season has been shot with an 0-4 start. They have been minimally competitive. Sunday's 34-7 home loss to the Bears was another low point.

Rob Parker: Fontes era looking pretty good now
Detroit News | October 08, 2008
If anybody knows anything about bad football, it's former Lions who played in the Wayne Fontes Era. Those teams, or so we thought, were some of the most underachieving squads the NFL has seen. The schedule would usually dictate how they would finish each year. If they had a soft schedule, it meant they would go to the playoffs. A tough schedule and the Lions would be 5-11 and be on the outside looking in.

Lions QB Kitna misses practice with sore back
Buffalo News | October 08, 2008
Detroit quarterback Jon Kitna had an MRI exam on his injured back and could miss Sunday's game at Minnesota.

Lions' Marinelli defiantly refuses to resign
USA Today | October 07, 2008
Detroit Lions coach Rod Marinelli said Monday that he would accept being fired or being told whom to play by ownership but ...

Vikings escape New Orleans with victory
Detroit News | October 07, 2008
NEW ORLEANS -- Ryan Longwell's 30-yard field goal with 13 seconds left lifted the Minnesota Vikings to a 30-27 comeback victory over the New Orleans Saints on Monday night, spoiling a record-tying performance by Reggie Bush.

Marinelli on resigning: 'I'd never do that'
Detroit News | October 07, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Rod Marinelli reported for work Monday morning, as planned. But once again, the plans appear to be changing as the Lions regroup after another lopsided loss -- a 34-7 defeat to the Chicago Bears at Ford Field on Sunday.

Mike O'Hara: What's the chance the Lions will go 0-16?
Detroit News | October 07, 2008
Will the Lions ever win? There is no good answer to that question with one quarter of the NFL season gone. The Lions' season has been shot with a 0-4 start. They have been minimally competitive. Sunday's 34-7 home loss to the Chicago Bears was another low point.

Burress makes no apology for his actions
Detroit News | October 07, 2008
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- An unapologetic Plaxico Burress rejoined the Giants on Monday, noting he didn't lose any sleep after the Super Bowl champions suspended him for a game.

Vikings rally to offset Bush
Detroit News | October 07, 2008
NEW ORLEANS -- The New Orleans Saints committed so many blunders, not even Reggie Bush's record-tying two punt returns for touchdowns could make up for them in a 30-27 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Monday night.

Lions coach defends player decisions
Detroit News | October 07, 2008
DETROIT -- Lions head coach Rod Marinelli doesn't want to hear about age discrimination.

Back to basics: Lions look for way to best use players
Detroit News | October 07, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Lions coach Rod Marinelli reported for work Monday morning, as planned. But once again, the plans appear to be changing as his team regroups after yet another lopsided defeat.

Rob Parker: Lions' Marinelli should quit to save honor
Detroit News | October 07, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- It's the only honorable thing left to do.

Williams booed, isn't surprised
Detroit News | October 06, 2008
Roy Williams wondered aloud after practice Friday what the fans might have in store if things didn't go well against the Chicago Bears. But with Matt Millen no longer in the crosshairs, Williams said he wasn't surprised to hear the catcalls directed at him as things spiraled out of control -- again -- in a 34-7 loss Sunday. And his demonstrative displays of frustration in the second half certainly made him an easy target.

Incredible collapse flattens Texans
Detroit News | October 06, 2008
HOUSTON -- Headed for another early-season loss, Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts staged a stunning comeback thanks to a colossal collapse by the Houston Texans.

Upon Further Review
Detroit News | October 06, 2008
Hurricane Ike has long since passed, but the Texans still found a way to blow it big-time against the Colts on Sunday. Blame this one on Texans QB Sage "FEMA" Rosenfels , whose two fumbles and an interception led to 21 POINTS in a little more than two minutes. That gave Peyton Manning and the Colts an undeserved 31-27 victory.

Bears play big without big-play receiver
Detroit News | October 06, 2008
DETROIT -- Missing his big-play target Sunday, Bears quarterback Kyle Orton seemed to do nothing but dial up big plays.

Bears' Booker catches Lions by surprise
Detroit News | October 06, 2008
DETROIT -- With just three catches in the Bears' first four games, you can understand if wide receiver Marty Booker was beginning to feel like something of a forgotten man. In his second go-around with the Bears, it has seemed like Booker wanted to be here a bit more than the Bears wanted him back.

Lions look confused in latest drubbing
Detroit News | October 06, 2008
DETROIT -- Roy Williams sat at his dressing stall for the longest time with both hands clutching the top of his bald head. While teammates soaked away the stench of a 34-7 loss to the Chicago Bears in the showers, Williams sat.

Mike O'Hara: Unraveling Lions at point of no return
Detroit News | October 06, 2008
DETROIT -- There is no mercy for the Lions and coach Rod Marinelli, even from an old friend.

Rob Parker: It's simple: Marinelli must go
Detroit News | October 06, 2008
Rod Marinelli must be fired. Today.

Bob Wojnowski: Lame Lions must look to the future -- now!
Detroit News | October 06, 2008
DETROIT -- Matt Millen is gone, but as expected, the stench lingers. In fact, the stench grows more pungent, with the Lions now a collection of lame ducks, from the head coach to the quarterback to the frustrated receiver.

John Niyo: Repeat offenders: Lions' bye week only delayed inevitable
Detroit News | October 06, 2008
DETROIT -- So much for a fast start. Or a fresh start, for that matter.

Frustration boiling over for Lions WR Williams
Chicago Sun-Times | October 06, 2008
DETROIT -- Roy Williams wondered aloud after practice Friday what the fans might have in store if things didn't go well against the Bears.

Bears corner Lions' wideouts
Chicago Sun-Times | October 06, 2008
DETROIT -- So much for Roy Williams exploiting the Bears' banged-up secondary.

Advice for Lions: Don't spare Rod
Chicago Sun-Times | October 06, 2008
DETROIT -- Rod Marinelli must be fired. Today.

1ST QUARTER | BEARS 3, LIONS 0
Chicago Sun-Times | October 06, 2008
Israel Idonije, Bears DT: Fill-in for suspended/ injured/ underachieving starter Tommie Harris looks like an upgrade as the Bears hold the Lions to a net minus-four yards on nine plays in the quarter -- three straight three-and-outs.

Booker beats the Lions one-handed
Chicago Sun-Times | October 06, 2008
DETROIT -- With just three catches in the Bears' first four games, you can understand if wide receiver Marty Booker was beginning to feel like something of a forgotten man. In his second go-around with the Bears, it has seemed like Booker wanted to be here a bit more than the Bears wanted him back.

Everything clicks for Bears, clunks for Lions
Star Tribune | October 06, 2008
Statistically, Kyle Orton was uncannily efficient. Realistically, the Bears quarterback’s field day came at the expense of a Detroit team in disarray.

Orton, Bears beat up on hapless Lions 34-7
USA Today | October 05, 2008
Like many NFL players, Kyle Orton seems to love playing the Detroit Lions. Orton set career highs in passing yards, completions ...

Bears' Orton has career day in 34-7 win over Lions
San Francisco Chronicle | October 05, 2008
Like many NFL players, Kyle Orton seems to love playing the Detroit Lions. Orton set career highs in passing yards, completions and quarterback rating while throwing two touchdowns to lead the Chicago Bears to a 34-7 win over Detroit on Sunday. He was 24-of-...

Bears-Lions play-by-play Photos (Chicago Tribune)
Yahoo! News | October 05, 2008
Play-by-play of the Bears' first division game of 2008 from a guy who almost forgot there was a football season going on Play-by-play of the Bears' first division game of 2008 from a guy who almost forgot there was a football season going on.

Bears 34, Lions 7 (Chicago Tribune)
Yahoo! News | October 05, 2008
NFL scoreboard Updated: Game action photos Bears GM talks about suspending Tommie Harris

Mike O'Hara: O'Hara's NFL picks: Take Titans in Week 5
Detroit News | October 05, 2008
If the Lions don't have a bunker mentality by now, they never will.

Game sells out, Lions on local TV
Detroit News | October 04, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- The Lions have reached a sellout for Sunday's 1 p.m. game against the Chicago Bears at Ford Field, meaning the local television blackout will be lifted by the NFL. The team received a 24-hour extension from the initial Thursday 1 p.m. deadline in order to sell the nearly 2,000 remaining tickets.

Saints' top pick out 2-4 weeks with knee injury
Detroit News | October 04, 2008
METAIRIE, La. -- Top draft pick Sedrick Ellis will be lost to the New Orleans Saints for two to four weeks with a right knee injury.

Games to watch
Detroit News | October 04, 2008
Cincinnati at Dallas

Peppers' hit earns fine of $10,000
Detroit News | October 04, 2008
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The NFL on Friday fined Panthers end Julius Peppers $10,000 for a helmet-to-helmet hit on Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan.

Lions' Williams doesn't anticipate trade
Detroit News | October 04, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Roy Williams isn't quite sure what to expect at Ford Field on Sunday, when the Lions face the Bears in the first home game since last week's firing of team president Matt Millen.

Ex-Bronco Henry faces drug trafficking charges
Detroit News | October 03, 2008
DENVER -- Former Denver Broncos running back Travis Henry has been arrested following an alleged cocaine deal, the Drug Enforcement Administration said Wednesday.

Lions receive ticket extension
Detroit News | October 03, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- The Lions received a 24-hour extension from the NFL to sell the remaining tickets for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears at Ford Field. Slightly less than 2,000 remained early Thursday afternoon.

Breaston out to prove he's more than kick returner
Detroit News | October 03, 2008
TEMPE, Ariz. -- Steve Breaston speaks softly but carries a big grudge.

Lions look to create breaks
Detroit News | October 03, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Turnovers are the fuel for any defense. And as the Lions admit, sitting 0-3 heading into Sunday's game against the Bears, now's no time to be complaining about the price of gas.

Lions expected to get sellout
Detroit News | October 03, 2008
 ALLEN PARK -- The Lions received a 24-hour extension from the NFL to sell the remaining tickets for Sunday's home game against the Bears. Slightly fewer than 2,000 remained Thursday afternoon.

Lions to pick up passing attack
Detroit News | October 03, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- You have to learn to walk before you can run.

After 'interview' with Lions, Forte doing job for Bears
Chicago Sun-Times | October 03, 2008
For a moment, at least, picture Matt Forte in the blue and silver of the Detroit Lions.

Charting the NFL
Detroit News | October 02, 2008
Harrington back with Saints to be their third quarterback behind Brees, Brunell

Bears anticipate hard game vs. Lions
Detroit News | October 02, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Lovie Smith spent five years coaching alongside Rod Marinelli, his one-time roommate back in 1996 when the two broke into the NFL together as defensive assistants under Tony Dungy in Tampa.

Bob Wojnowski: The curse of Bobby Layne on the Lions
Detroit News | October 02, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- It's half-myth, half-legend and all conjecture. Logically, it's hard to believe. But when dissecting the Lions' half-century of futility, why bother with logic?  Nobody seems to know if the Lions' greatest quarterback ever, Bobby Layne, cursed the franchise when he was traded to Pittsburgh on Oct. 6, 1958. Newspaper archives reveal no evidence of the phrase supposedly muttered by Layne -- that the Lions "would not win for 50 years."

Oakland dismisses Kiffin (5-15)
Detroit News | October 01, 2008
ALAMEDA, Calif. -- When Raiders owner Al Davis finally broke his silence about Lane Kiffin on the day he fired his coach, he had plenty to say in response to the one-sided verbal attack Kiffin had been launching at the organization for months.

Kiffin fired as coach of 1-3 Raiders
Detroit News | October 01, 2008
ALAMEDA, Calif. -- After weeks of speculation about his future as coach of the Oakland Raiders, the team on Tuesday announced that he had been fired.

Changes in Lions' offense might be in store
Detroit News | October 01, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Barely a month after the Lions debuted their new, run-oriented offense, the players are hoping to see a few wrinkles.

Mandarich finally is coming clean about steroid use
Detroit News | October 01, 2008
Tony Mandarich, nearly 20 years after the fact, has admitted he used steroids while playing football at Michigan State in the late 1980s. Mandarich, the former MSU offensive tackle who was selected No. 2 overall in the 1989 NFL draft and derided as one of the biggest draft busts of all time, made the revelation in a television interview to be broadcast on Showtime tonight.

Marinelli won't fight perception he's 'lame duck'
Detroit News | September 30, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Rod Marinelli isn't concerned with fighting the perception he's a "lame-duck" coach in the wake of Matt Millen's firing as team president last week.

Mike O'Hara: Ford should seek Penske's advice on Lions
Detroit News | September 30, 2008
The Lions are never out of the NFL's news cycle, even on weeks they don't play. The world is full of advice for the Lions -- and there is never a shortage a digs at them.

Packers' Rodgers expected to play vs. Falcons
Detroit News | September 30, 2008
Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy says quarterback Aaron Rodgers sprained his shoulder but intends to play against Atlanta on Sunday.

Jaguars lineman is paralyzed, had leg amputated
Detroit News | September 30, 2008
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Doctors say Jacksonville Jaguars offensive lineman Richard Collier is paralyzed below the waist and that they amputated one of his legs.

Smith fumes over demotion
Detroit News | September 30, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Rookie Kevin Smith said Monday he has been supplanted as the Lions' starting running back by Rudi Johnson. And he's clearly upset about the demotion three games into the season.

Mike O'Hara: Ford should seek Penske's advice
Detroit News | September 30, 2008
The Lions are never out of the NFL's news cycle, even on weeks they don't play. The world is full of advice for the Lions -- and there's never a shortage a digs at them.

Rams fire Linehan; Haslett takes his place
Detroit News | September 30, 2008
ST. LOUIS -- The winless St. Louis Rams fired coach Scott Linehan on Monday, the morning after a fourth straight lopsided loss to start the season.

Steelers kick OT winner
Detroit News | September 30, 2008
PITTSBURGH -- Jeff Reed kicked a 46-yard field goal in overtime and the Pittsburgh Steelers overcame a 10-point deficit, numerous injuries and a late Baltimore comeback to outlast the Ravens, 23-20, on Monday night.

Marinelli says routine same
Detroit News | September 30, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Lions coach Rod Marinelli isn't concerned with fighting the perception he's a "lame-duck" coach in the wake of Matt Millen's firing as team president last week.

Tonight's game: Ravens (2-0) at Steelers (2-1)
Detroit News | September 29, 2008
Ravens' defense has not allowed 100-yard rusher in 21 games; with Steelers RB Willie Parker out, rookie Rashard Mendenhall makes first NFL start.

Fantasy report
Detroit News | September 29, 2008
Name Comp. Att. Yds./TD Kurt Warner, Ariz4057472/2Drew Brees, NO2335363/3Jay Cutler, Den2949361/1Matt Schaub, Hou. 2940307/3Brett Favre, NYJ2434289/6

Bucs make life tough for Pack, Rodgers
Detroit News | September 29, 2008
Derrick Brooks hasn't been himself this season. A sore hamstring has seen to that, feeding the perception that the 10-time Pro Bowl linebacker and Tampa Bay's aging defense are slowing down. Aaron Rodgers will tell you otherwise.

Big stand helps Bears regroup, clip Eagles
Detroit News | September 29, 2008
CHICAGO -- No meltdowns for the Chicago Bears this time. Instead, they came up with a big stand.

Favre has career-high six TD passes
Detroit News | September 29, 2008
Sore ankle and all, Broadway Brett joined Broadway Joe in the Jets' record book. Brett Favre set a career high and tied Joe Namath's Jets mark with six touchdown passes, including three to Laveranues Coles, and New York took advantage of a series of mistakes by Arizona in a big second quarter before holding on to beat the Cardinals 56-35 Sunday.

Upon Further Review
Detroit News | September 29, 2008
Upon Further Review spent Sunday at Bally's Sports Book, which looks like NASA's mission control, except with drunk people and cocktail waitresses. It's also where grown men hug strangers over missed field goals and nobody bats an eye.

Lions moving on minus Millen
Chicago Sun-Times | September 29, 2008
It's a brand new day for the Lions, who face the Bears in the first game of the post- Matt Millen era. The Lions replaced their deposed president by promoting from within, with Martin Mayhew now responsible for personnel moves and Tom Lewand handling the business side. Coming off the bye week, they are desperate to beat the Bears to create any kind of positive buzz with their moribund organization.

Mike O'Hara: O'Hara's NFL picks: Jauron stays the course, wins with Bills
Detroit News | September 28, 2008
Dick Jauron is winning games in Buffalo with the same approach to football he had in dire circumstances as interim head coach of the Lions in 2005.

Jerry Green: Fans finally got Millen, in barbaric fashion
Detroit News | September 28, 2008
Once upon a time the Lions ruled. The fans roared with ecstasy. They packed the arena and loved watching a human being tortured to death. They celebrated when the blood flowed. They cheered when his body parts were torn apart, when his eyeballs rolled on the turf.

The League: Millen fired by Lions; who will be next?
Philly.com | September 28, 2008
Correll Buckhalter lost three seasons to knee surgeries earlier in his career, and yet he remains a productive member of the Eagles' roster.

Lions' rebuilding plan going on 50 years
Buffalo News | September 28, 2008
They have never been to the Super Bowl. They have won one postseason game since 1957. That's one playoff win in 51 years. Only once in the last 54 years has one of their quarterbacks made the Pro Bowl.

Favre is listed as questionable
Detroit News | September 27, 2008
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Brett Favre was listed as questionable Friday for the Jets' game against Arizona with a sore left ankle, but is expected to start against the Cardinals.

Games to watch
Detroit News | September 27, 2008
Green Bay at Tampa Bay

John Niyo: Losing QBs are losing jobs
Detroit News | September 27, 2008
Breaking up is hard to do. But losing is even tougher to take.

Patriots receiver Brown retires after 15 seasons
Detroit News | September 26, 2008
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Troy Brown has retired after 15 seasons with the New England Patriots in which he set a team record for most receptions.

Favre's left ankle is improving
Detroit News | September 26, 2008
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Jets quarterback Brett Favre walked with only a slight limp Thursday.

Staff NFL picks, Week 4
Detroit News | September 26, 2008
John Niyo, Terry Foster, Rob Parker, and Bob Wojnowski give their selections for this week's games. Best bets are bold.

Lions' Lewand: Season not lost
Detroit News | September 26, 2008
The Lions' newly remodeled front office might look a little different. But if it feels just the same, that's no accident. In the wake of Wednesday's dismissal of team president and CEO Matt Millen, both Tom Lewand and Martin Mayhew, who have assumed Millen's duties for the remainder of this season, insist their focus isn't on next year or beyond.

Millen's mess will haunt Lions
Buffalo News | September 26, 2008
Detroit Lions fans got what they wanted when one of the most vilified executives in sports was fired.

Millen era comes to an end in Detroit after Lions fire GM
USA Today | September 25, 2008
A team official tells The Associated Press the Detroit Lions have fired Matt Millen. The official spoke on the condition of anonymity ...

Giants suspend receiver Burress
Detroit News | September 25, 2008
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Super Bowl star Plaxico Burress was suspended for one game by the New York Giants on Wednesday for an undisclosed violation of team rules.

Giants give Burress 1-game suspension
Detroit News | September 25, 2008
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- A yearlong ankle injury could not keep Plaxico Burress out of the Giants' lineup last season. The lack of a telephone call this week apparently is going to cost him a game and more than $235,000.

Reactions on Millen's firing
Detroit News | September 25, 2008
"In the world's view, this may look like failure. It's been a hard road, football-wise, but we've gotten a lot of eternal blessings. We'll move forward. I told him, 'You're out of football prison now' and we have a greater purpose."

Rob Parker: Parker: Lions fans deserve top replacement
Detroit News | September 25, 2008
Lions owner William Clay Ford finally spoke Wednesday -- even if it was via a prepared statement.

Bob Wojnowski: Wojo: Firing Millen was easy; tricky part comes next
Detroit News | September 25, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- It had to happen before anything else could happen. That's the giddy news for Lions fans. The stark reality is, it's merely a start, a giant first step toward any hope of recovery.

Next in line for Lions?
Detroit News | September 25, 2008
Here is a look at the pros and cons of possible replacements for Matt Millen.

Ford gives in, fires Millen after disastrous tenure as Lions president
Detroit News | September 25, 2008
Even as the party started outside the Lions practice facility -- fans in passing cars honked horns celebrating as news of Matt Millen's firing spread Wednesday afternoon -- it was time to start cleaning up the mess.

Mike O'Hara: Commentary: Millen's firing doesn't mean all is well
Detroit News | September 25, 2008
Sports-talk radio phone lines were buzzing on Wednesday. Matt Millen was fired as president of the Lions. The callers were happy -- just like they were on a winter day in 2001. The Lions made a change. Things can't be any worse, can they? Yes, they can.

Lions fans finally get their wish - Millen's out
Kansas City Star | September 25, 2008
Matt Millen was used to success in his life. He won Super Bowls as a linebacker. He gained acclaim as a TV analyst. He had reasons to be proud as a husband and father. As the leader of an NFL team, however, he was a failure by any measure.

LIONS FRONT OFFICE: Who's the boss now? (Detroit Free Press)
Yahoo! News | September 25, 2008
The Lions have restructured their front office, splitting Matt Millen's duties among three men. They will have these roles for the rest of the year, at which time, the owner said, "we will undergo a thorough and comprehensive evaluation of entire football operation."

Serving notice on NFL / 49ers are brimming with confidence after beating Lions
San Francisco Chronicle | September 25, 2008
Frank Gore was on a roll. He and his teammates are together, focused, "as one." He said they love offensive coordinator Mike Martz and believe in themselves as never before. And then he got a little extra burst, just as he does on the field. "If we get...

With Millen out, now you wonder when Carl Peterson's reign will end
Kansas City Star | September 25, 2008
Wednesday, one of the most amazing runs in the history of professional sports came to an end. The Detroit Lions finally fired team president Matt Millen. Early stories coming out of Detroit told of people in traffic honking their car horns in triumph, the way they might when a war ends. Who could blame them? In some ways, a war had ended.

End of an error: Lions fire Millen after 31-84 stretch
Denver Post | September 25, 2008
The Lions fired president Matt Millen on Wednesday, more than seven years after the former linebacker and TV analyst took over one of the NFL's most mediocre franchises and made it the worst.

NFL News: Lions fire Matt Millen as president/GM
Kansas City Star | September 25, 2008
ALLEN PARK, Mich. | Matt Millen insisted he would stick with the tough job of turning the Detroit Lions into a winner instead of returning to the broadcast booth to make easy money.

Enough: Lions fire Matt Millen
Orlando Sentinel | September 25, 2008
The Detroit Lions fired president Matt Millen, more than seven years after the former linebacker and TV analyst took over one of the NFL's most mediocre franchises and made it the worst. "I have relieved Matt Millen of his duties effective immediately," Lions owner William Clay Ford said in a statement Wednesday afternoon.

Lions end Millen's reign
Buffalo News | September 25, 2008
ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- Matt Millen insisted he would stick with the tough job of turning the Detroit Lions into a winner instead of returning to the broadcast booth to make easy money.

Millen era finally ends with firing by Lions
Star Tribune | September 24, 2008
He was named team president to turn around a mediocre franchise in 2001, but instead watched it turn into one of the league’s worst.

Lions fire Millen
Baltimore Sun | September 24, 2008
Off to 0-3 start this season, Detroit was 31-84 during president's tenure The Detroit Lions fired president Matt Millen, more than seven years after the former linebacker and TV analyst took over one of the NFL's most mediocre franchises and made it the worst.

Green to replace Bulger as Rams QB
Detroit News | September 24, 2008
ST. LOUIS -- Rams coach Scott Linehan said Trent Green will replace Marc Bulger at quarterback for Sunday's home game against the Buffalo Bills.

Pittsburgh loses Parker, Hampton
Detroit News | September 24, 2008
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers will be without injured Pro Bowl running back Willie Parker and nose tackle Casey Hampton for Monday night's home game against Baltimore.

Cause for a pause: Manning gets public waxing
Detroit News | September 24, 2008
  Is this sports celebrity hot enough to melt the wax?

Rob Parker: Lions fans owed answers, Mr. Ford
Detroit News | September 24, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- The time has come for Lions owner William Clay Ford to speak.

Lions' Kitna: I'm not the problem
Detroit News | September 24, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Lions quarterback Jon Kitna said the first priority is winning.

Serving notice on NFL / 49ers are brimming with confidence after beating Lions
San Francisco Chronicle | September 24, 2008
Frank Gore was on a roll. He and his teammates are together, focused, "as one." He said they love offensive coordinator Mike Martz and believe in themselves as never before. And then he got a little extra burst, just as he does on the field. "If we get...

Mike O'Hara: Commentary: There can be no excuses for Lions' performance
Detroit News | September 23, 2008
The Lions have a week off. Their next game is Oct. 5, against Chicago at Ford Field. If you're a player, coach or fan, you really need a break after Sunday's 31-13 loss in San Francisco dropped the team to 0-3. Could anyone be revved up to play another game? No way. So enjoy having a Sunday away from football.

Ex-NFL kicker Zendejas pleads not guilty to rape
Detroit News | September 23, 2008
POMONA, Calif. -- Court officials say former NFL kicker Tony Zendejas has pleaded not guilty to charges that he drugged a woman at his Southern California sports bar and raped her.

Ford Jr.: Millen should go
Detroit News | September 23, 2008
Bill Ford Jr. wants Matt Millen out as president of the Detroit Lions. Millen has been CEO and president of the Lions since 2001, and the team is headed for an eighth straight losing season with a 0-3 record in the first three games. The Lions are 31-84 under Millen, who Ford Jr. first tried to woo from the broadcast booth to the Lions' front office after the 1998 season.

San Diego foils Favre
Detroit News | September 23, 2008
SAN DIEGO -- Philip Rivers, LaDainian Tomlinson and the rest of the San Diego Chargers simply left no doubt.

Option plays: Lions must evaluate options just three games into season
Detroit News | September 23, 2008
After an embarrassing 0-3 start, frustrated Lions fans want action. Many want a new president/general manager, a new coach, a new quarterback and a new owner.

Marinelli's approach with Lions does not change
Detroit News | September 23, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- The losses continue to mount, and the heat continues to build on Lions coach Rod Marinelli and his staff.

Bob Wojnowski: Wojo: Ford Jr. is right, Millen should walk away from Lions
Detroit News | September 23, 2008
Frustration is growing and bubbling, from furious fans to the owner's family. The Lions are careening toward historic humiliation -- sure, 0-16 is possible -- and there's no visible way to stop it. In fact, there's only one way to slow it.

Matt Millen should go, Lions vice chairman says
USA Today | September 23, 2008
Maybe things can get worse for the Detroit Lions. A day after Detroit lost to the San Francisco 49ers, its third consecutive ...

NFL News: Son of Lions owner says he would fire team president
Kansas City Star | September 23, 2008
DETROIT | Maybe things can get worse for the Detroit Lions. A day after Detroit lost at San Francisco, falling to 0-3, Lions vice chairman Bill Ford essentially said he’d fire team president Matt Millen if he had the authority.

Heat increases on Lions' Millen
Orlando Sentinel | September 23, 2008
A day after Detroit lost at San Francisco, falling to 0-3, Lions Vice Chairman Bill Ford essentially said he'd fire team president Matt Millen if he had the authority.

Tonight's game: Jets (1-1) at Chargers (0-2)
Detroit News | September 22, 2008
Kickoff : 8:30 p.m.

Griese gets the last laugh on Bears
Detroit News | September 22, 2008
CHICAGO -- For one brief moment, Brian Griese acknowledged a little extra satisfaction.

Jaguars get late field goal, stun Colts
Detroit News | September 22, 2008
Josh Scobee savored every part of Sunday's victory celebration. Even the wrestling match with the ball boy. Scobee, who produced Jacksonville's only other victory in Indianapolis with a 53-yard field goal in 2004, did it again Sunday by making a 51-yarder with four seconds left to beat the dreaded Colts 23-21.

Miami bookends New England streak
Detroit News | September 22, 2008
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Fans booed the Patriots. Many left early. The record winning streak of their favorite team was ending with a stunning domination by the lowly Dolphins.

Upon Further Review
Detroit News | September 22, 2008
Tom Brady 's ACL was rolling over in its grave on Sunday.

Injury ends a rough day for Kitna
Detroit News | September 22, 2008
It hurt to do something as simple as putting on a shoe. Lions quarterback Jon Kitna grimaced in pain as he slipped a white gym shoe onto his right foot. Kitna said his right knee took a beating throughout the Lions' 31-13 loss to the 49ers on Sunday at Candlestick Park and he felt pressure in it while doing simple tasks like standing up.

Johnson carries the load for Lions
Detroit News | September 22, 2008
SAN FRANCISCO -- Running back Rudi Johnson might just have powered himself into the Lions' starting job.

Ex-Lions Martz, O'Sullivan rule
Detroit News | September 22, 2008
SAN FRANCISCO -- The two men most responsible for the Lions' loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday were both in the Detroit dressing room this time last season.

Rob Parker: Face it -- Lions are finished
Detroit News | September 22, 2008
SAN FRANCISCO -- The season is over.

Same old story: Lions fall behind early again, drop to 0-3
Detroit News | September 22, 2008
Lions center Dominic Raiola dressed in a one-man dressing stall in a dark corner away from his teammates underneath Candlestick Park. The Lions (0-3) suffered their third straight double-digit loss Sunday, 31-13 to the San Francisco 49ers (2-1) before 67,249 fans at Candlestick Park. And it left Raiola in a somber, yet defiant mood.

Lions not surprised by what Martz threw at them
San Francisco Chronicle | September 22, 2008
Of course the Lions saw this coming. They know what goes on inside Mike Martz's ticking brain. It might be exasperating to work with him, but he is an offensive savant, the crazy, mad, vindictive genius who once made their offense somewhat effective. That's...

49ERS 31, LIONS 13 / AS GOOD AS THEY GET / Most lopsided victory since Nolan took over
San Francisco Chronicle | September 22, 2008
Taking a big early lead on the Lions is nothing to gush about; everybody does that. The 49ers, however, kept the pressure on Sunday and turned Detroit's high-octane passing machine into an assembly-line lemon. By the standards of more successful NFL teams, a...

49ERS 31, LIONS 13 / AS GOOD AS THEY GET / Most lopsided victory since Nolan took over
San Francisco Chronicle | September 22, 2008
Taking a big early lead on the Lions is nothing to gush about; everybody does that. The 49ers, however, kept the pressure on Sunday and turned Detroit's high-octane passing machine into an assembly-line lemon. By the standards of more successful NFL teams, a...

49ERS 31, LIONS 13 / GAME REVIEW
San Francisco Chronicle | September 22, 2008
Offense RATING: (POLITE APPLAUSE) The only negative is that this game shouldn't have been this close. J.T. O'Sullivan threw two TD passes and had no turnovers. He completed passes to eight receivers. Frank Gore rushed for 130 yards with a strong performance...

49ERS 31, LIONS 13 / GAME REVIEW
San Francisco Chronicle | September 22, 2008
Offense RATING: (POLITE APPLAUSE) The only negative is that this game shouldn't have been this close. J.T. O'Sullivan threw two TD passes and had no turnovers. He completed passes to eight receivers. Frank Gore rushed for 130 yards with a strong performance...

O'Sullivan takes Niners past lowly Lions 31-13
USA Today | September 21, 2008
Frank Gore rushed for 130 yards and a touchdown, and Mike Martz's new offense methodically chewed up his former team's defense ...

Steelers cut Russell, add rookie LB Bailey
Detroit News | September 21, 2008
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers added rookie linebacker Patrick Bailey to their roster on Saturday and released second-year running back Gary Russell.

Browns lose Steinbach for game with Ravens
Detroit News | September 21, 2008
CLEVELAND -- Browns guard Eric Steinbach didn't make the trip to Baltimore because of a shoulder injury and won't play Sunday against the Ravens.

Niners' Martz silent about reunion with Lions
Detroit News | September 21, 2008
SAN FRANCISCO -- Mike Martz could have mouthed all the usual platitudes that spout from any NFL coach before a meeting with an ex-employer.

Mike O'Hara: Lions have edge at 49ers ... no, really
Detroit News | September 21, 2008
I'm picking the Lions to win at San Francisco on Sunday, but please keep reading, even if you think it's a ludicrous prediction. There is logic behind the pick, with the 49ers favored by four points.

Lions on right path, says Millen
Detroit News | September 20, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Lions owner William Clay Ford, president Matt Millen and coach Rod Marinelli are all taking heat from fans for the team's 0-2 start. Nevertheless, Millen said Thursday, they're aligned in their belief "what we're doing is the right thing to do."

NFL picks, Week 3
Detroit News | September 20, 2008
John Niyo, Terry Foster, Rob Parker and Bob Wojnowski give their selections for this week's games. Best bets are bold.

Goodell stresses safe play
Detroit News | September 20, 2008
Commissioner Roger Goodell has followed his suspension of a Buccaneers cornerback by re-emphasizing safety issues and warning that even first-time offenders will be subject to discipline.

Games to watch
Detroit News | September 20, 2008
Cincinnati at N.Y. Giants

Millen: We're doing right thing
Detroit News | September 20, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Lions owner William Clay Ford, president Matt Millen and coach Rod Marinelli are taking heat from fans for the team's 0-2 start.

Terry Foster: NFL coaches' carousel warming for spin
Detroit News | September 20, 2008
The fall colors aren't even blazing, but the NFL coaching hot seat already is sizzling.

Former Lion Harrington signs with New Orleans
Detroit News | September 20, 2008
METAIRIE, La. -- Former Lion Joey Harrington signed with the New Orleans Saints on Friday and participated in his first practice.

Lions' Colletto, Martz ended awkwardly
Detroit News | September 20, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Jim Colletto felt for Mike Martz at the end of last season.

Will 49ers, O'Sullivan make Lions regret his departure?
USA Today | September 19, 2008
In the aftermath of the Detroit Lions' 2007 season, the departure of J.T. O'Sullivan was merely a footnote. O'Sullivan had won ...

Pass rush remains leaky
Detroit News | September 19, 2008
Defensive tackle Cory Redding tends to close his eyes and shake his head when deep in thought. He was like that the other day, trying to explain why the Lions defense has been so unproductive. The Lions want to pressure quarterbacks, making every play uncomfortable.

Lions linebacker Dizon sentenced for DWAI
Kansas City Star | September 19, 2008
Detroit Lions linebacker Jordon Dizon has been sentenced to 24 hours of community service for driving while ability impaired.

Colts' Sanders expected out 4-6 weeks
Detroit News | September 18, 2008
INDIANAPOLIS -- All-Pro safety Bob Sanders could miss four to six weeks with a high ankle sprain suffered during the Indianapolis Colts' win last Sunday over Minnesota.

Lions' Stanton ready to go if needed
Detroit News | September 18, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Lions quarterback Drew Stanton is ready to play, coach Rod Marinelli said Wednesday.

Vikings bench Jackson, will start Frerotte
Detroit News | September 18, 2008
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- The Minnesota Vikings are benching quarterback Tarvaris Jackson in favor of Gus Frerotte.

Sullivan ready for Lions, his former team
Detroit News | September 18, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- J.T. O'Sullivan insists Sunday's game against his former team, the Lions, will be just another game.

Johnson wants to be pound-the-rock star for Lions
Detroit News | September 18, 2008
Lions rusher, who has four carries, says he's now up to speed on playbook.

Lions could be former Michigan star Henson's last chance to revitalize NFL career (The Flint Journal)
Yahoo! News | September 18, 2008
ALLEN PARK - The faces and environment surrounding Drew Henson are mostly new and unfamiliar. But, he has been in this place before. At 28, Henson is again a back-burner option on an NFL roster, hoping to salvage a once-promising professional sports career.

Early 'must' win for both 49ers, Lions
San Francisco Chronicle | September 18, 2008
The NFL doesn't offer up too many must-win games in September. The Detroit Lions' visit to Candlestick on Sunday qualifies, promising to be a playoff game for the have-nots. For the 49ers, failure to beat the Lions would mean that they have become the Lions,...

Browns place Smith on injured reserve
Detroit News | September 17, 2008
CLEVELAND -- Browns defensive end Robaire Smith, formerly of Flint and Michigan State, will miss the rest of the season after being placed on injured reserve Tuesday because of a left Achilles' injury.

Referees' group supports official who goofed on call
Detroit News | September 17, 2008
WYLIE, Texas -- Ed Hochuli received the support of the NFL Referees Association on Tuesday, two days after he botched a call at the end of the San Diego-Denver game that allowed the Broncos to keep possession and go on to score the winning points.

Lions hardly are toast of the town
Detroit News | September 17, 2008
An all-out debate broke out at the Uptown Grille in Commerce Township on Monday night.

Former MVP Alexander visits Lions
Detroit News | September 17, 2008
Former Seahawks running back Shaun Alexander worked out for the Lions on Tuesday. Alexander, 31, is a former Pro Bowler who played in Super Bowl XL against the Steelers at Ford Field.

Early 'must' win for both 49ers, Lions
San Francisco Chronicle | September 17, 2008
The NFL doesn't offer up too many must-win games in September. The Detroit Lions' visit to Candlestick on Sunday qualifies, promising to be a playoff game for the have-nots. For the 49ers, failure to beat the Lions would mean that they have become the Lions,...

Mike O'Hara: Commentary: Time to bench Kitna might be after bye week
Detroit News | September 16, 2008
If it isn't time for Lions coach Rod Marinelli to panic, it's close enough for consideration.

Marinelli backs Kitna; Williams unhappy as 'role player'
Detroit News | September 16, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Jon Kitna is expected to remain the Lions' starting quarterback for their game Sunday in San Francisco.

NFL might change fumble rule in offseason
Detroit News | September 16, 2008
NEW YORK -- The NFL will look into the inadvertent whistle rule that required officials to give the ball back to Denver in the final seconds of Sunday's win over San Diego.

Cowboys outlast Eagles in wild, wacky game
Detroit News | September 16, 2008
IRVING, Texas -- Terrell Owens caught the long pass in stride, cruised into the end zone and began showing off.

Cowboys safety Williams fractures forearm
Detroit News | September 16, 2008
IRVING, Texas -- Cowboys safety Roy Williams fractured his right forearm while making a special teams tackle in Dallas' 41-37 victory over Philadelphia on Monday night. The five-time Pro Bowl selection could miss at least three games.

Cause for a pause: Now you see him, now you don't
Detroit News | September 16, 2008
Redskins tight end Chris Cooley apologized Monday for posting an explicit photo of himself on his Web site.

Cowboys get wild win over Eagles
Detroit News | September 16, 2008
IRVING, Texas -- Terrell Owens caught the long pass in stride, cruised into the end zone and began showing off.

Lions' Kitna puts poor effort behind him
Detroit News | September 16, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Jon Kitna admitted the hurt from Sunday's 48-25 loss to the Packers still stung Monday afternoon.

Lions' Williams cries out for more plays
Detroit News | September 16, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Roy Williams would like to see the football thrown more his way.

Rob Parker: What a mess: Many share blame for pitiful Lions
Detroit News | September 16, 2008
The schedule says Detroit is going to San Francisco on Sunday.

Week 2: LeRoy Butler analyzes Lions-Packers game
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | September 16, 2008
After each game this season, former Packers all-pro safety LeRoy Butler will team up with Journal Sentinel beat...

Bob Wojnowski: Commentary: Lions' loss is as bad as it gets
Detroit News | September 15, 2008
This can't keep happening. It's cruel and unusual and flat-out absurd. And yet, for the Lions and Jon Kitna, it happens again and again, until fans scream to keep from crying. Every time there's a glimmer, it's gone. Almost every time there's a game to be won, it's lost.

Insider: Woodson, Collins slam door on Lions rally
PackersNews.com | September 15, 2008
This game likely will be remembered mostly as Aaron Rodgers first come-from-behind victory, but the contributions of the defense most notably the fourth-quarter interceptions by Charles Woodson and Nick Collins should not go unnoticed.

New QB, same result against Lions
PackersNews.com | September 15, 2008
DETROIT Its hardly going out on a limb to say the Green Bay Packers still have the best quarterback in the NFC North Division.

Brett who?: Rodgers beats Lions with 3 TDs on road
San Francisco Chronicle | September 14, 2008
The Aaron Rodgers era is looking pretty good so far. Rodgers threw three touchdown passes in the first four drives of his second start, helping Green Bay build a big lead it needed in a 48-25 win over the Detroit Lions on Sunday. Green Bay led 21-0 midway...

Woodson puts hurt on Lions
PackersNews.com | September 14, 2008
The Green Bay Packers didnt know until Sunday whether theyd have cornerback Charles Woodson to match up with the Detroit Lions talented starting-receiver corps.

Lions quotebook
PackersNews.com | September 14, 2008
LI Tackle Gosder Cherilus, on the attitude of the team following the loss: We learned a great lesson from todays game. Thats the type of team we have here. Great leaders (it was) 21-3 at halftime (the) leaders came in and challenged each other. We came out, played tough, played hard, gave it our best, and got back in the game. Were not happy with the results and everything right now. But, it tells you how close we are as a team.

Rodgers rolling: Packers overwhelm Lions 48-25
USA Today | September 14, 2008
Aaron Rodgers threw three touchdown passes in the first four drives of his second start, helping Green Bay build a big lead it ...

Packers 48, Lions 25: How they scored
PackersNews.com | September 14, 2008
Scoring summary for Sundays game between the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions.

Jerry Green: Fox aids, abets dumbing down of America
Detroit News | September 14, 2008
The biting question in the first week of the pro football season that emphasized the rise and fall of quarterbacks is whether Terry Bradshaw could spell "Fox."

Mike O'Hara: O'Hara's NFL picks: Take Packers in Week 2
Detroit News | September 14, 2008
Just about everything associated with the Lions comes with a curse, and it is all understandable. It is the curse of losing.

WR Calvin Johnson gives Lions a reason to be proud
Star Tribune | September 14, 2008

Chat with Tom Pelissero after Lions game
PackersNews.com | September 13, 2008
Green Bay Press-Gazette assistant sports editor Tom Pelissero will chat with PackersNews.com readers after the Packers-Lions game Sunday.

Staff picks: Packers a safe bet against awful Lions
PackersNews.com | September 13, 2008
The Lions were pathetic in their Week 1 loss at Atlanta and though things can change quickly in the NFL, they cant make a big enough reversal in one weeks time. Theres no reason to think Aaron Rodgers cant methodically pick apart the Lions like he did the Vikings on Monday night. A 2-0 start looks very likely.

Games to watch
Detroit News | September 13, 2008
New England at N.Y. Jets

Browns' Edwards avoids Ohio traffic ticket
Detroit News | September 13, 2008
BEREA, Ohio -- A star-struck police officer who made a traffic stop on Browns wide receiver Braylon Edwards let the player go without a speeding ticket, a suburban police chief said Friday.

RB Johnson might play more for Lions
Detroit News | September 13, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Rudi Johnson is ready to play a larger role in the Lions' offense.

Terry Foster: AFC suddenly up for grabs
Detroit News | September 13, 2008
A case can be made that Tom Brady's season-ending injury is the most significant in NFL history. At the very least, it is the most hyped.

Bob Wojnowski: Kitna holds key to Lions' fate
Detroit News | September 13, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- If the Lions really plan to scrap back and show they're better than awful, someone will have to lead them. That someone is not a defensive player or a coach. It's someone who has no choice, and no qualms about doing it.

Key matchup: Packers interior OL vs. Lions interior DL
PackersNews.com | September 12, 2008
The Minnesota Vikings, buoyed by defensive tackles Pat Williams and Kevin Williams, are thought to have one of the best run defenses in the NFL.

Cause for a pause: Romo relieves tired-out couple
Detroit News | September 12, 2008
It's easy to hate Tony Romo . He's the star quarterback of the Cowboys. His girlfriend is Jessica Simpson , and he is a scratch golfer.

Lions' home opener a sellout after furniture retailer buys 3,000 tickets
Detroit News | September 12, 2008
Gardner-White purchased the last approximately 3,000 tickets and will give them away Saturday to customers who purchase $500 or more worth of furniture. Because of the sellout, the game will be telecast at 1 p.m. on FOX.

NFL picks, week 2
Detroit News | September 12, 2008
Terry Foster, John Niyo, Rob Parker and Bob Wojnowski give their selections for this week's games. Best bets are bold.

Cherilus earns playing time
Detroit News | September 12, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Expect to see rookie tackle Gosder Cherilus on the field Sunday.

Titans' Young defends actions
Detroit News | September 12, 2008
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Titans quarterback Vince Young insists he never wavered in his commitment to football.

Even Barry flummoxed by Lions' D
Detroit News | September 12, 2008
ALLEN PARK -- Like everyone else, Lions defensive coordinator Joe Barry couldn't believe what he saw from his unit against the Falcons.

Lions' history dictates bounce-back effort
Chicago Sun-Times | September 12, 2008
The Detroit Lions long have been one of the NFL's most enigmatic teams. Barry Sanders was the most dangerous running back in football yet was taken out near the goal line. The Lions would open a season with a bang and end with a thud, or start with a thud and end with a bang.