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Detroit Lions cornerback Darius Slay (23) takes a defensive position during an NFL game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019 in Minneapolis. The Vikings defeated the Lions 20-7. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
Lions' Stafford says he's confident back injury won't linger

By Larry Lage Dec. 30, 2019 06:36 PM EST

Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson (33) celebrates his 1-yard touchdown run with teammate linebacker Jason Cabinda during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)
Emotional day for Lions following death of Jones' son

By Noah Trister Dec. 29, 2019 06:32 PM EST

Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay makes a reception as Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander (23) defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Packers barely beat Lions 23-20 to earn first-round bye

By Larry Lage Dec. 29, 2019 04:42 PM EST

Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
The Latest: Eagles in playoffs, claim NFC East after victory

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2019 11:47 AM EST

Detroit Lions quarterback David Blough (10) is sacked by Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Carl Nassib (94) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Broncos looking for rebound from QB Drew Lock after clunker

Arnie Stapleton Dec. 19, 2019 04:40 PM EST

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Gardner Minshew throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to add include Minshew, Fitzpatrick

By Frank Stampfl Dec. 17, 2019 02:52 PM EST

Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia watches from the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King)
Lions coach Matt Patricia plans to keep showing up to work

By Larry Lage Dec. 16, 2019 07:14 PM EST

Detroit Lions wide receiver Danny Amendola (80) is pushed out of bounds by Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Sean Murphy-Bunting (26) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Winston throws 4 TDs, helps Buccaneers beat Lions 38-17

By Larry Lage Dec. 15, 2019 04:41 PM EST

Detroit Lions linebacker Jahlani Tavai intercepts a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Detroit Lions 12/15/2019

Dec. 15, 2019 01:20 PM EST

Bucs QB Winston has something to play for against Lions

By Larry Lage Dec. 12, 2019 10:22 PM EST
DETROIT (AP) — Jameis Winston has plenty to play for and Darius Slay does, too. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Detroit Lions have been...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) looks for a receiver as he scrambles away from Jacksonville Jaguars outside linebacker Leon Jacobs (48) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Bucs QB Winston has something to play for against Lions

By Larry Lage Dec. 12, 2019 06:19 PM EST

Detroit Lions quarterback David Blough is sacked by Minnesota Vikings defensive end Danielle Hunter, right, during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King)
After strong Blough debut, Vikes say 'whoa' in win vs. Lions

By Brian Hall Dec. 08, 2019 07:17 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) readies a throw against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 2, 2019, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Vikings start division home slate against reeling Lions

By Dave Campbell Dec. 05, 2019 05:54 PM EST

Washington Redskins defensive back Deshazor Everett heads to the field to work out prior to an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Detroit Lions at Washington Redskins 11/24/2019

Nov. 24, 2019 12:52 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 27, 2019, file photo, New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick watches his team warm up before an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, in Foxborough, Mass. With no defensive coordinator and coach Bill Belichick calling the plays, a veteran group of "Boogeymen" linebackers and stingy secondary lead a unit that is allowing a league-low 11 points per game have forced a NFL-best 27 turnovers. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File)
NFL at 100: Belichick, Brady and Patriots dominate 2010s

By Rob Maaddi Nov. 22, 2019 12:01 PM EST

Detroit Lions quarterback Jeff Driskel (2) is pressured by Dallas Cowboys defensive end Demarcus Lawrence during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Dallas Cowboys at Detroit Lions 11/17/2019

Nov. 17, 2019 01:20 PM EST

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas (13) celebrates his 16-yard touchdown reception with wide receiver Tre'Quan Smith (10) and center Erik McCoy (78) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
The Latest: Afternoon of routs followed by close calls

By The Associated Press Nov. 17, 2019 12:53 PM EST

FILE - In this Feb. 4, 2018, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady sits on the field after fumbling against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 52 football game, in Minneapolis. The Eagles upset the Patriots 41-33. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)
NFL At 100-AP Was There-Super Bowl 52

By The Associated Press Nov. 12, 2019 11:52 AM EST

Oakland Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) catches a touchdown pass against the Detroit Lions during the second half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Lions' season so far defined by missed opportunities

By Noah Trister Nov. 04, 2019 07:26 PM EST

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) passes against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019. (AP Photo/John Hefti)
Detroit Lions at Oakland Raiders 11/3/2019

Nov. 03, 2019 04:37 PM EST