Detroit Lions

Ford stepping down as Lions owner, daughter taking over

By Larry Lage Jun. 23, 2020 10:56 AM EDT

FILE - In this May 24, 2017, file photo, Detroit Lions general manager Bob Quinn watches the NFL football team practice in Allen Park, Mich. “Everyone that works in football and other professional sports sacrifices a lot of family time," Detroit Lions general manager Bob Quinn said earlier this week. “That is just the way it has always been." Unless, there's a pandemic.(AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)

NFL GMs, coaches striving for more balance in life and work

By Larry Lage Jun. 18, 2020 11:15 AM EDT

Protesters hold signs before they march during a protest over the death of George Floyd in Chicago, Saturday, May 30, 2020. Floyd died after being taken into custody and restrained by Minneapolis police on Memorial Day in Minnesota. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Goodell: 'Tragic events' call for 'urgent need for action'

May. 30, 2020 09:53 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 22, 2020, file photo, New Orleans Saints guard Larry Warford runs during NFL football NFC Pro Bowl practice in Kissimmee, Fla. After being selected for the last three Pro Bowls, Warford was cut by New Orleans earlier this month. He immediately became the most enticing offensive lineman on the market, and will likely find a starting spot somewhere. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara, File)

Some big names remain unsigned late in NFL's odd offseason

By Dennis Waszak Jr. May. 26, 2020 01:23 PM EDT

NFL QBs holding passing sessions minus bonding activities

By Rob Maaddi May. 22, 2020 02:35 PM EDT
Some NFL quarterbacks are still finding ways to hold throwing sessions with receivers during the coronavirus pandemic, though things look much different. ...

FILE - In this July 31, 2019, file photo, Indianapolis Colts outside linebacker Darius Leonard (53) runs a drill during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind. Leonard works relentlessly at his rural South Carolina home to prepare for another football season. He's also wary of pushing too hard, knowing a minor injury could become a major setback given the dearth of medical experts in his area. So when in doubt the Colts star confers with his coaches, who are creating safer, more efficient individual workout programs based on data collected the past few weeks. All part of a changing NFL world: high-tech devices supplanting old-school creativity. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)

High-tech devices help NFL teams keep players safe, in shape

By Michael Marot May. 13, 2020 12:48 PM EDT

WAITING FOR VERIFICATION- DO NOT MOVE - FILE In this Aug. 29, 2009, file photo, Indianapolis Colts defensive line coach John Teerlinck, front right, looks on during the first quarter of a exhibition NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit. Longtime NFL assistant coach Teerlinck has died. He was 69. Colts owner Jim Irsay made the announcement in a Twitter post Sunday, May 10, 2020. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)

Longtime pass-rushing tutor Teerlinck dies at age 69

By Michael Marot May. 11, 2020 09:00 PM EDT

Raiders sign LB Justin Phillips, T Sam Young

May. 06, 2020 07:13 PM EDT
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) — The Las Vegas Raider signed free agent linebacker Justin Phillips and offensive tackle Sam Young on Wednesday. The...

A TV camera man works near empty seats before the start of a baseball game between Hanwha Eagles and SK Wyverns in Incheon, South Korea, Tuesday, May 5, 2020. Cheerleaders danced beneath rows of empty seats and umpires wore protective masks as a new baseball season began in South Korea. After a weeks-long delay because of the coronavirus pandemic, a hushed atmosphere allowed for sounds like the ball hitting the catcher's mitt and bats smacking the ball for a single or double to echo around the stadium. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man)

Play ball: Korean baseball league begins in empty stadiums

By Kim Tong-Hyung May. 05, 2020 01:57 AM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 17, 2019, file photo, Detroit Lions defensive tackle A'Shawn Robinson (91) is blocked by Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle La'el Collins (71) during the second half of an NFL football game in Detroit. Robinson agreed to join the Los Angeles Rams as a free agent in March as a replacement for longtime defensive lineman Michael Brockers. Robinson is still happy about his decision even after Brockers re-signed with the Rams when his deal with Baltimore fell through. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson, File)

Robinson still excited about Rams role after Brockers stays

By Greg Beacham Apr. 30, 2020 07:41 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 30, 2019, file photo, UCLA running back Joshua Kelley runs the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game against California in Pasadena, Calif. The Los Angeles Chargers selected Kelley in the fourth round of the NFL football draft on Saturday, April 25, 2020. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)

Senior Bowl was added personal touch for NFL scouts

By John Zenor Apr. 29, 2020 02:26 AM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 26, 2019, file photo, Utah State quarterback Jordan Love looks for a receiver during the team's NCAA college football game against Air Force at Air Force Academy, Colo. The Green Bay Packers selected Love in the first round of the NFL draft Thursday, April 23, 2020. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

Draft could bring Vikings more help now than North foes

By Dave Campbell Apr. 27, 2020 05:41 PM EDT

Lions release Carson, Fisher, Tucker and Wile

Apr. 27, 2020 12:51 PM EDT
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions released running back Tra Carson, long snapper James Fisher, guard Casey Tucker and punter Matt Wile. ...