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FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019 file photo,Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) warms up before an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Mo. Now that we know Philip Rivers won't be leading the Chargers into SoFi Stadium in September, the muddied waters of NFL quarterbacking have been cleared a bit. Just a little bit. Not knowing where Rivers might be headed if anywhere in 2020 doesn't simplify things at all. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Analysis: Offseason Fix: Where are the free QBs headed?

By Barry Wilner Feb. 12, 2020 02:36 AM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 30, 2019, file photo, Ohio State defensive end Chase Young plays against Michigan in the first half of an NCAA college football game, in Ann Arbor, Mich. Record-setting defensive end Chase Young is leaving Ohio State early to enter the NFL draft, a widely expected move. The junior Heisman Trophy finalist made the announcement Friday, Jan. 3, 2020, on Twitter. He says he looks forward to "joining a new family in the NFL this spring and being part of something special.” (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
NFL 101: What's ahead as next century of pro football begins

By Barry Wilner Feb. 04, 2020 02:47 AM EST

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 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

AP Sportlight

Compiled By Paul Montella Dec. 29, 2019 09:25 AM EST
Dec. 30 1956 — The New York Giants win the NFL title with a 47-7 rout of the Chicago Bears. 1962 — The Green Bay...

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
49ers-Seahawks prime-time showdown highlights Week 17

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Dec. 26, 2019 06:47 PM EST

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones runs for a 56-yard touchdown during the second half of the team's NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Monday, Dec. 23, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King)
A lot has changed for Packers, Lions since first meeting

By Noah Trister Dec. 26, 2019 03:38 PM EST

Packers-Lions Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Dec. 26, 2019 10:20 AM EST
GREEN BAY (12-3) AT DETROIT (3-11-1) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, Fox OPENING LINE -- Packers by 10 RECORD VS...

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones (33) carries on a 56-yard touchdown run during the second half of the team's NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Monday, Dec. 23, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Craig Lassig)
Division champion Packers proud of another not-so-pretty win

By Dave Campbell Dec. 24, 2019 01:55 PM EST

Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia, right, greets Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio after an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Denver. The Broncos won 27-17. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Patricia believes Lions have something to play for in finale

By Matt Schoch Dec. 23, 2019 04:25 PM EST

NFL Today, Week 16

By The Associated Press Dec. 22, 2019 09:32 PM EST
SCOREBOARD Monday, Dec. 23 Green Bay at Minnesota, 8:15 p.m. Aaron Rodgers and the Packers (11-3) can clinch the NFC...

Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia, right, greets Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio after an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Denver. The Broncos won 27-17. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Lions closing out another disappointing season

Michael Kelly Dec. 22, 2019 08:55 PM EST

Lions rule out Robinson, Wagner, Jones for this weekend

Dec. 20, 2019 06:03 PM EST
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions ruled out defensive tackle A'Shawn Robinson, tackle Rick Wagner and linebacker Christian Jones for Sunday's game at...

Lions-Broncos Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Dec. 19, 2019 01:37 PM EST
DETROIT (3-10-1) AT DENVER (5-9) Sunday, 4:05 p.m. ET, CBS OPENING LINE -- Broncos by 7 RECORD VS....

Lions sign defensive tackle Jamie Meder

Dec. 18, 2019 08:22 PM EST
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Lions signed free agent defensive tackle Jamie Meder. The Lions announced the move Wednesday. The 28-year-old...

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 retain GM Bob Quinn and coach Matt Patricia for 2020

By Larry Lage Dec. 17, 2019 04:57 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

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Breshad Perriman (19) crosses into the end zone for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Lions lose 7th straight amid dreary home atmosphere

By Noah Trister Dec. 15, 2019 06:23 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

Adam Thielen returns to Vikings' lineup after six weeks

By The Associated Press Dec. 15, 2019 12:28 PM EST
Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen will play against the Los Angeles Chargers after missing five games with a pulled hamstring. Raiders...