Category Archives: Detroit Lions

RECAP: Lions vs. Bears

RECAP: Lions vs. Bears

The Detroit Lions had the lead or were tied in the fourth quarter in 11 games last season and went 3-7-1 in those contests. The Lions came up with the phrase “Dagger Time” this offseason to try and rally around being better late in games this season. But one game into the 2020 season, Detroit’s…

Lions sign free agent RB Adrian Peterson

Lions sign free agent RB Adrian Peterson

Allen Park, Michigan — The Detroit Lions announced today that they have signed free agent RB Adrian Peterson and placed RB Bo Scarbrough on Reserve/Inured. Additional contract terms were not disclosed. Peterson comes to Detroit for his 14th NFL season after most recently spending the last two seasons with the Washington Football Team. Entering the NFL…

Lions Establish Practice Squad

Lions Establish Practice Squad

Allen Park, Michigan — The Detroit Lions announced today that they have signed the following players to the practice squad: G Beau Benzschawel QB David Blough WR Victor Bolden S Jalen Elliott DT Frank Herron WR Tom Kennedy TE Isaac Nauta LB Anthony Pittman S Bobby Price P Arryn Siposs DT Kevin Strong CB Dee Virgin…

Lions sign free agent OL Oday Aboushi

Lions sign free agent OL Oday Aboushi

Allen Park, Michigan— The Detroit Lions announced today that they have signed free agent OL Oday Aboushi and placed CB Mike Ford on Reserve/Injured. Additional contract terms were not disclosed. Aboushi returns to the Lions after spending training camp and the 2019 season with the team. Last season, he appeared in seven games (two starts)…

Ford Field to Not Have Fans at Lions First Two 2020 Home Games

Ford Field to Not Have Fans at Lions First Two 2020 Home Games

DETROIT – As the uncertainty around the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact communities throughout the United States and the State of Michigan, the Detroit Lions announced today that Ford Field will not have fans at their first two home games against the Chicago Bears and New Orleans Saints this season. The Lions’ third home game…

Sheila Ford Hamp Succeeds Mother as Principle Owner of Lions

Sheila Ford Hamp Succeeds Mother as Principle Owner of Lions

In an announcement from the Detroit Lions, Martha Firestone Ford has stepped down as the principle owner and chairman of the team. Her daughter, Sheila Ford Hamp has since succeeded her mother, saying, “My mother has inspired all of us…On behalf of the family and the team, I want to thank her for her countless…

2020 Detroit Lions Draft Class

2020 Detroit Lions Draft Class

760 WJR is bringing you highlights of the 2020 NFL Draft Class, showcasing the new picks for the Detroit Lions. Stay tuned for more coverage from the Detroit Lions Radio Network, 760 WJR. Not starting till 2019, the Lions first choice for 2020 was Ohio State runningback Jeff Okudah. The best choice for the position,…

Scout’s Take: Observations from Day 2 of Senior Bowl Practice

Scout’s Take: Observations from Day 2 of Senior Bowl Practice

By: Scott Bischoff The second day of practice for the 2020 Senior Bowl took place Wednesday afternoon, and I made a point to focus on the quarterbacks and wide receivers during today’s sessions. Here are some observations from each of the practices. South Team: Justin Herbert, QB, Oregon Herbert makes throwing the football look easy,…

Scout’s Take: Observations from Day 1 of Senior Bowl Practice

Scout’s Take: Observations from Day 1 of Senior Bowl Practice

By: Scott Bischoff The 2020 Senior Bowl got underway today with a weigh-in this morning, and practices for each team this afternoon. The Cincinnati Bengals are handling coaching duties for the South team while the Detroit Lions are at the helm of the North squad. I focused on the trenches today, but I also caught…

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