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Lions hire GM Brad Holmes after he wasn't on original list

By Larry Lage Jan. 19, 2021 07:57 PM EST
DETROIT (AP) — Brad Holmes was not even a candidate when the Detroit Lions began their search for a general manager nearly two months ago. ...

Lions agree to deal with Rams executive Brad Holmes as GM

By Larry Lage Jan. 14, 2021 01:13 PM EST
The Detroit Lions desperately need to figure out how to draft better players and they're leaning on Brad Holmes to lead the way, drawing on his expertise with...

FILE - In this Jan. 20, 2019, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy greets a player during the second half of the team's AFC championship NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Kansas City, Mo. One year ago, Bieniemy and San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh missed out on the coaching carousel despite being coordinators of the two Super Bowl teams. The two figure to be near the top of many of the lists of possible head coaching candidates again this offseason when the NFL is hoping some new rules lead to more opportunities for minority coaches. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
For non-playoff teams, important NFL offseason is underway

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 06, 2021 02:42 AM EST

Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison (25) jumps over Detroit Lions strong safety Duron Harmon (26) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
Lions entering their biggest rebuild since drafting Stafford

By Larry Lage Jan. 04, 2021 03:33 PM EST

Detroit Lions kicker Matt Prater (5) kicks at 54-yard field goal during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Cousins throws 3 TDs, Vikings end with 37-35 win over Lions

By Larry Lage Jan. 03, 2021 04:45 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen (19) talks with Detroit Lions running back Adrian Peterson (28) during pregame of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions 1/3/2021

Jan. 03, 2021 12:48 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) tries in vain to pull in a pass over New Orleans Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore in the end zone in the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans, Friday, Dec. 25, 2020. The Saints won 52-33. (AP Photo/Brett Duke)
Lions, Vikings both stumbling to the finish

By Noah Trister Dec. 31, 2020 05:19 PM EST

Vikings QB Cousins has put up big numbers against Lions

By The Associated Press Dec. 31, 2020 12:27 PM EST
MINNESOTA (6-9) at DETROIT (5-10) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, Fox OPENING LINE - Vikings by 3 1/2 RECORD VS....

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) pulls away from Detroit Lions strong safety Duron Harmon to score during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Lon Horwedel)
Lions interim coach and team were helpless against Bucs

By Larry Lage Dec. 28, 2020 07:02 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) prepares to step into the end zone for a touchdown as Detroit Lions cornerback Darryl Roberts (29) and strong safety Duron Harmon (26) defend during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
Lions and makeshift coaching staff struggle against Bucs

By Dave Hogg Dec. 26, 2020 06:26 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski (87), defended by Detroit Lions defensive back Tracy Walker (21), catches a 33-yard pass for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Brady-led Bucs top Lions 47-7 to end 13-year playoff drought

By Larry Lage Dec. 26, 2020 04:20 PM EST

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
Lions QB Stafford leaves Buccaneers game with ankle injury

Dec. 26, 2020 01:51 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) defended by Detroit Lions defensive back Tracy Walker (21) falls into the end zone for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Detroit Lions 12/26/2020

Dec. 26, 2020 01:12 PM EST

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Marrone argues a call with side judge Dyrol Prioleau (109) during the second half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won 24-20. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
On Football: NFL coaching carousel about to start spinning

By Barry Wilner Dec. 25, 2020 02:38 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) reacts after a Tampa Bay Buccaneers touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Brady-led Bucs can clinch playoff spot with win over Lions

By Larry Lage Dec. 24, 2020 04:13 PM EST

Buccaneers can clinch playoff spot with win over lowly Lions

By The Associated Press Dec. 24, 2020 10:10 AM EST
TAMPA BAY (9-5) at DETROIT (5-9) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, Fox OPENING LINE - Buccaneers by 7 1/2 RECORD...

FILE - This 2019 file photo shows Darrell Bevell of the Detroit Lions NFL football team. Detroit fired special teams coordinator Brayden Coombs on Monday, Dec. 21, 2020 three plus weeks after parting ways with general manager Bob Quinn and coach Matt Patricia. The Lions announced their latest move a day after falling to 1-2 under interim coach Darrell Bevell and 5-9 overall this season. (AP Photo)
Lions firing more employees than winning games lately

By Larry Lage Dec. 21, 2020 06:30 PM EST

AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press Dec. 21, 2020 10:00 AM EST
Dec. 22 1894 — The United States Golf Association is founded, becoming the governing body for the game in the country. ...

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick stands on the sidelines during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Dolphins defeated the Patriots 22-12.(AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
On Football: With Brady on verge of playoffs, Patriots done

By Barry Wilner Dec. 21, 2020 02:23 AM EST

Detroit Lions wide receiver Danny Amendola is tackled by Tennessee Titans outside linebacker Harold Landry during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Nashville, N.C. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Aching Stafford starts but can't make up for Lions' miscues

By Teresa M. Walker Dec. 20, 2020 07:00 PM EST

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