Jermaine Kearse
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Chad Henne celebrates after a run during the second half of an NFL divisional round football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Gutsy or insane? Depends on the outcome of tough calls

By Barry Wilner Jan. 17, 2021 08:50 PM EST

AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead

By The Associated Press Jan. 14, 2021 03:57 PM EST
Jan. 16 1962 — Wilt Chamberlain of the Philadelphia Warriors finished with 42 points and 24 rebounds, winning NBA honors even though his...

FILE - In this Dec. 1, 2019, file photo, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) is pressured by Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Clay Matthews during the first half of an NFL football game in Glendale, Ariz. Matthews is still unsigned as Week 1 of the NFL season begins. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)
Freeman, Miller, Thomas among big NFL names still unsigned

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Sep. 07, 2020 05:14 PM EDT

Lions' win-now mode under GM Bob Quinn, coach Matt Patricia

By The Associated Press Mar. 17, 2020 07:25 PM EDT
DETROIT LIONS (3-12-1) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: DT Damon Harrison, OT Rick Wagner, DT Mike Daniels, S Tavon Wilson, P Sam Martin, CB...

File-This Jan. 19, 2014, file photo shows San Francisco 49ers tight end Vance McDonald (89) diving over Seattle Seahawks strong safety Kam Chancellor (31) after a 14 yard gain in the first quarter during the NFL football NFC Championship game in Seattle. As part of its celebration of its 100th season, the NFL is designating a Game of the Week, each chosen to highlight a classic matchup. For this week, it’s the 49ers-Seahawks game. To mark each Game of the Week, the AP will be reprinting its story of a classic matchup in the rivalry. This week it's the Seattle Seahawks' 23-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game on Jan. 19, 2014. (Paul Kitagaki Jr./The Sacramento Bee via AP, File)
NFL at 100: Seattle had to top 49ers on way to 1st title

By Tim Booth Dec. 24, 2019 03:16 PM EST

File-This Jan. 19, 2014 file photo shows Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman (25) hitting the ball away from San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Michael Crabtree (15) and is intercepted by Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker Malcolm Smith (53) during the NFL football NFC Championship game, in Seattle. As part of its celebration of its 100th season, the NFL is designating a Game of the Week, each chosen to highlight a classic matchup. For this week, it’s the 49ers-Seahawks game. To mark each Game of the Week, the AP will be reprinting its story of a classic matchup in the rivalry. This week it's the Seattle Seahawks' 23-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game on Jan. 19, 2014. (Paul Kitagaki Jr./The Sacramento Bee via AP, File)
NFL At 100-AP Was There-49ers-Seahawks NFC title game

By Barry Wilner Dec. 24, 2019 02:54 PM EST

FILE- In this Dec. 23, 2018, file photo, Houston Texans outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (90) rushes during the NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia. Two people with knowledge of the deal say the Seattle Seahawks are on the verge of acquiring Clowney from the Texans. Such a move would bolster one of Seattle's biggest needs heading into the season. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Saturday because the deal is still pending a physical and had not been completed. Seattle reportedly is sending a third-round pick and two players back to Houston. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, File)
Seahawks finalize deal to acquire Clowney from Texans

By Tim Booth Sep. 01, 2019 05:53 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 21, 2018, file photo, Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Cody Kessler is sacked by Houston Texans linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (90) during the second half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla. Two people with knowledge of the deal say the Seattle Seahawks are on the verge of acquiring Clowney from the Texans. Such a move would bolster one of Seattle's biggest needs heading into the season. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Saturday because the deal is still pending a physical and had not been completed. Seattle reportedly is sending a third-round pick and two players back to Houston. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
AP sources: Seahawks close to landing Clowney from Texans

By Tim Booth Aug. 31, 2019 01:03 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 28, 2018, file photo, Detroit Lions defensive tackle Damon Harrison (98) tackles Seattle Seahawks running back Chris Carson (32) during an NFL football game in Detroit. The Detroit Lions have signed defensive tackle Damon "Snacks" Harrison to an $11 million, one-year extension. The team announced the signing Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Lions Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Aug. 29, 2019 07:35 PM EDT

Detroit Lions quarterback Tom Savage (3) is sacked by New England Patriots defensive tackle Danny Shelton during the first half of a preseason NFL football game Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Lions put Kearse on injured reserve, sign QB Josh Johnson

By Matt Schoch Aug. 10, 2019 12:21 PM EDT

New England Patriots receiver Jakobi Meyers, defended by Detroit Lions defensive back Miles Killebrew (35), catches a touchdown pass during the first half of a preseason NFL football game Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Kyler Murray makes debut as Cards top Chargers

By The Associated Press Aug. 08, 2019 10:55 PM EDT

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) and teammates congratulate wide receiver Maurice Harris (82) after his touchdown during the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Jakobi Meyers impressive as Patriots rout Lions 31-3

By Noah Trister Aug. 08, 2019 10:45 PM EDT

New England Patriots receiver Phillip Dorsett talks to the media after drills at the Detroit Lions NFL football training facility, Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019, in Allen Park, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
New England Patriots at Detroit Lions 8/8/2019

Aug. 07, 2019 03:02 PM EDT

FILE - In this July 25, 2019 file photo New York Jets Jamison Crowder participates during practice at the NFL football team's training camp in Florham Park, N.J. Crowder signed with the Jets as a free agent in the offseason because he envisioned plenty of action in Adam Gase's offense. Well, the wide receiver has caught on quickly in training camp, becoming a favorite target of Sam Darnold while showing how valuable he could be. "I just want to be a weapon," Crowder said Wednesday, July 31, 2019. "Somebody that's reliable, somebody that's consistent. I just want to gain that trust with him that when he wants to go my way that he has that trust and that confidence that I'm going to make the play." (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, file)
Crowder catching on quickly as 'weapon' in Jets' offense

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jul. 31, 2019 02:03 PM EDT

Detroit Lions coach Matt Patricia drives a cart during training camp at the Lions NFL football practice facility, Thursday, July 25, 2019, in Allen Park, Mich. Patricia is beginning his second training camp with a cast on his left leg after being treated for a tendon problem in his lower leg. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Lions look to get leg up with coach arriving at camp in cast

By Larry Lage Jul. 25, 2019 09:41 AM EDT

Lions Training Camp Capsule

By The Associated Press Jul. 22, 2019 11:48 AM EDT
DETROIT LIONS (6-10) OPEN CAMP: July 24, Allen Park, Michigan LAST YEAR: First-year coach Matt Patricia lost seven of last 10 games,...

Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia during Day 2 of minicamp on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 in Allen Park, Mich. (Detroit Lions via AP)
WR Kearse signs with Lions, rekindles memories for Patricia

By Larry Lage Jun. 06, 2019 01:08 PM EDT

Free Agency-Jets Capsule

By The Associated Press Mar. 11, 2019 05:37 PM EDT
NEW YORK JETS (4-12) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: QB Josh McCown, RB Bilal Powell, WR Jermaine Kearse, LG James Carpenter, CB Morris Claiborne, CB Buster...