Detroit Lions
FILE - In this Sept. 13, 2015, file photo, Detroit Lions free safety Glover Quin reacts after scoring a touchdown after an interception against the San Diego Chargers during the first half of an NFL football game in San Diego. Glover Quin has retired from the NFL. The former Detroit Lions and Houston Texans safety announced his plans Tuesday, July 8, 2019, on Instagram. Lions general manager Bob Quinn says Quin was the definition of a leader.(AP Photo/Alex Gallardo, File)
Lions-Chargers 9/13/2015

Jul. 09, 2019 02:22 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 10, 2017, file photo, Detroit Lions free safety Glover Quin speaks after an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, in Detroit. Glover Quin has retired from the NFL. The former Detroit Lions and Houston Texans safety announced his plans Tuesday, July 8, 2019, on Instagram. Lions general manager Bob Quinn says Quin was the definition of a leader. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson, File)
Arizona Cardinals at Detroit Lions 9/10/2017

Jul. 09, 2019 02:21 PM EDT

Detroit Lions tight ends T.J. Hockenson, from left, blocks against Jesse James while Michael Roberts (80) blocks against Jerome Cunningham during NFL football training camp Wednesday, June 5, 2019, in Allen Park, Mich. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Lions waive Roberts after trade with Patriots falls through

By Larry Lage Jun. 14, 2019 05:48 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 9, 1980, file photo, a New Orleans Saints fan wears a bag on his head during a football game against Philadelphia, in New Orleans. “Aints” _ Refers to the struggles of the woeful New Orleans Saints in the 1980 season when they were the first team to finish 1-15 in a season. (AP Photo)
What's in a nickname? NFL has had great ones in its history

By Simmi Buttar Jun. 14, 2019 02:32 PM EDT

Detroit Lions tight end Michael Roberts (80) during Day 1 of OTAs on Monday, May 20, 2019 in Allen Park, Mich. (Detroit Lions via AP)
Lions trade TE Roberts to Patriots for conditional pick

By Larry Lage Jun. 13, 2019 10:29 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 23, 2018, file photo, Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph addresses the media after an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, in Detroit. The Vikings and tight end Kyle Rudolph have agreed to terms on a contract extension, keeping the team’s longest-tenured offensive player in place despite a tight salary cap situation. The Vikings announced the deal on Tuesday, June 11, 2019, as minicamp began. (AP Photo/Rey Del Rio, File)
Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions 12/23/2018

Jun. 11, 2019 12:14 PM EDT

Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia during Day 2 of minicamp on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 in Allen Park, Mich. (Detroit Lions via AP)
Lions sign David Fales as backup QB option, cut Connor Cook

Jun. 10, 2019 03:20 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2018, file photo U.S. Air Force F-35 A-fighter jets from 31st Test Evaluation Squadron at Edwards AFB fly over Levi's Stadium before an NFL football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Oakland Raiders in Santa Clara, Calif. Raytheon Co. and United Technologies Corp. are merging in a deal that creates one of the world's largest defense companies. The merger was announced Sunday, June 9, 2019. United Technologies makes engines for Lockheed Marti Corp.'s F-35 stealth fighter. (AP Photo/Ben Margot, File)
Oakland Raiders at San Francisco 49ers 11/1/2018

Jun. 10, 2019 09:43 AM EDT

The Latest: Cup race at Michigan postponed because of rain

Jun. 09, 2019 04:41 PM EDT
BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) — The Latest on the NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway (all times EDT): 4:35 p.m. NASCAR's...

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

Detroit Lions tight ends T.J. Hockenson, from left, blocks against Jesse James while Michael Roberts (80) blocks against Jerome Cunningham during NFL football training camp Wednesday, June 5, 2019, in Allen Park, Mich. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Lions hoping investments in TEs Hockenson and James pay off

By Larry Lage Jun. 05, 2019 05:57 PM EDT

FILE - At left, in an Oct. 28, 2018, file photo, Detroit Lions defensive tackle Damon Harrison plays during an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, in Detroit. At right, also in an Oct. 28, 2018, file photo, Detroit Lions cornerback Darius Slay plays against the Seattle Seahawks during an NFL football game in Detroit. The Detroit Lions started their mandatory minicamp without two standouts on defense. Two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Darius Slay and defensive tackle Damon "Snacks" Harrison were not with their teammates Tuesday, June 4, 2019. Lions coach Matt Patricia says he’s only focusing on players on the field.(AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Lions start minicamp with Slay, Harrison staying away

By Larry Lage Jun. 04, 2019 02:37 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 3, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Rams' Ndamukong Suh chases the action during NFL Super Bowl 53 football game against the New England Patriots in Atlanta. Suh, who helped the Rams make the Super Bowl last season, has agreed to terms with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as a replacement for Gerald McCoy. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan, File)
Ndamukong Suh headed to Tampa Bay to replace Gerald McCoy

May. 24, 2019 01:16 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo ,Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Gerald McCoy (93) celebrates an interception by defensive back Andrew Adams during the first half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Tampa, Fla. Free agent defensive tackle Gerald McCoy will visit the Cleveland Browns, who hope to sign the six-time Pro Bowler. General manager John Dorsey said Thursday, May 23, 2019, that McCoy, who was released earlier this week in a cost-cutting move, will be at the team’s facility Friday. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken, File)
Carolina Panthers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers 12/2/2018

May. 23, 2019 05:25 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 17, 2015, file photo, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford and his wife Kelly smile while watching the Detroit Pistons play the Cleveland Cavaliers during an NBA basketball game, in Auburn Hills, Mich. Matthew is juggling his job on the field and his role as a husband and father as his wife, Kelly, recovers from surgery to remove a brain tumor. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson, File)
Stafford endures 'tough times' after wife's tumor surgery

By Larry Lage May. 21, 2019 05:46 PM EDT

Bills DE Jerry Hughes signs two-year extension

By Mark Ludwiczak May. 21, 2019 04:17 PM EDT
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — After adding a haul of players from other teams in free agency, the Buffalo Bills are rewarding one of their own. The Bills...

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Yannick Ngakoue, left, and defensive end Lerentee McCray (55) perform a drill during the an NFL football practice, Tuesday, May 21, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
Ngakoue rejoins Jaguars, vows to play even without new deal

By Mark Long May. 21, 2019 03:56 PM EDT

49ers sign tight end Levine Toilolo to 1-year deal

May. 15, 2019 03:47 PM EDT
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers have signed tight end Levine Toilolo to a one-year deal. The team waived safety Cameron Glenn on...

FILE - In this July 29, 2006 file photo Kansas City Chiefs defensive coordinator Gunther Cunningham yells out orders during team drills at NFL football training camp facility in River Falls, Wis. Cunningham, who emigrated from postwar Germany as a child and then dedicated his life to football, has died after a brief illness. He was 72. Cunningham’s wife, Rene, said in a statement that he died Saturday, May 11, 2019. (David Eulitt/The Kansas City Star via AP)
Longtime NFL coach Gunther Cunningham dies at 72

By Dave Skretta May. 13, 2019 12:01 PM EDT

Lions sign wide receivers Kennedy, Smallwood

May. 12, 2019 09:32 PM EDT
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Lions have signed free agent wide receivers Tom Kennedy and Jordan Smallwood. The Lions announced the moves Sunday. They...