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Lions Didn’t Know of Dizon Arrest

The Detroit Lions have acknowledged that when they drafted linebacker Jordon Dizon in April, they did not know that he had been arrested six days earlier for suspicion of drunk driving, driving the wrong way …

2008 Fantasy Football Team by Team Analysis Detroit Lions

The funny thing is, if the Lions had a better quarterback, they could have reached the 10-win plateau.

NFC North champ is anyone’s guess

For all the gloom-and-doomers or eternal optimists among NFC North fans, Fox Sports’ Peter Schrager probably has the most realistic viewpoint, which can be summed up as this: Picking the division champion is a …

Killer: Lions not interested in QB Culpepper … yet

There’s been a lot of speculation that the Lions might be interested in Daunte Culpepper , but as of now, there’s no interest in signing the free agent quarterback.

Official: Nine U.S. troops killed in Afghanistan

A Western official says that nine U.S. soldiers have been killed in a multi-pronged insurgent attack on a remote American base in eastern Afghanistan.

Lions considering Spikes

Add the Detroit Lions to the list of Takeo Spikes’ suitors. According to the Detroit Free Press , Spikes visited the linebacker-needy lions this past week.

Ex-Lions running back Jones signs with Bears

Running back Kevin Jones, released by the Lions in March, has found a new home with the Chicago Bears.

Detroit Lions Preseason Capsule

A capsule of the Detroit Lions as they approach the start of training camp, with last year’s record: NFC NORTH DETROIT LIONS OPEN CAMP: July 24, Allen Park, Mich.

Lions making progress with picks as training camp nears

The Lions are receiving at least one benefit from last year’s improved won-lost record.

Detroit Lions 2008 Training Camp Preview

CAMP OBJECTIVES: Offensive coordinator Mike Martz and his pass-happy scheme, which produced just 10 wins in two years, are gone.

Utley helps open up terrain park at Craig Hospital

Mike Utley’s desire is to return to a Detroit Lions game one day and do what he couldn’t do nearly 17 years ago — walk off the field on his own.

Jones signs with Bears

Running back Kevin Jones, released by the Lions in March, signed a one-year contract with the Bears on Tuesday.

Detroit interested in Simms?

Most people can identify with being in a bad relationship that needs to end. When the relationship first started, there was nothing but hope and promise.

Lions sign rookie defensive end Cliff Avril

The Lions have signed third-round draft pick Cliff Avril to a three-year deal, the team announced today.

Loyalty played big role in keeping Porcher in Detroit

Robert Porcher never came close to hoisting the Vince Lombardi Trophy with the Detroit Lions.

Former Mr. Irrelevant will have to fight for spot

Ramzee Robinson, who was the NFL’s Mr. Irrelevant last season as the final pick in the draft, is a good all-around player, but he lacks a singular skill that will help keep him on the roster.

Detroit Lions Notes, Quotes

Former Lions coach Steve Mariucci, a northern Michigan native, made some rare comments about the Lions to the Marquette Mining Journal: “Matt Millen has changed 58 coaches already, and he’s now finally changing …

Detroit Lions Strategy and Personnel

The Lions should enter training camp at nearly full strength. They have few injuries to worry about.

Silverdome Is Sold

A Detroit-area attorney is set to buy the former home of the Detroit Lions for $20 million.

Pontiac City Council OKs sale of Silverdome

PONTIAC - A Detroit-area attorney is set to buy the former home of the Detroit Lions for $20 million.

Lions an 80-1 shot to win it all

Sports wagering service sportsbook.com has put the Lions’ chances to win Super Bowl XLIII at 80-1, according to point-spreads.com. Point-spreads’ Jimmy Boyd says the Lions can expect to improve in some areas; …

Campbell’s career could be in jeopardy, Army reviews policy

The Detroit Lions’ Caleb Campbell must serve 24 months of military service, according to The Dallas Morning News.

Prospect backlog no worry to Lions’ Lewand

The Lions see a familiar pattern in rookie contract signings, even though they are operating at a lower level than most of their recent seasons.

Former Army safety hopes to serve while with Detroit Lions

The Lions’ Caleb Campbell is obligated for 24 months of military service. The Giants cut Owen Tolsen .

DeVries wants Lions’ share of wins

Jared DeVries had his best season in professional football but is far from satisfied with the overall results.

Where should Favre go? Lions are poor choice but Lions’ rival perfect fit

Bill Williamson of ESPN.com analyzes which teams would be a good landing spot for quarterback Brett Favre if he comes out of retirement.

Smith adds veteran presence to Lions’ secondary

Dwight Smith brings a veteran presence to the Lions’ secondary. DWIGHT SMITH 2008 Scouting Report When Smith was first signed, it appeared to be as a backup safety to replace Kenoy Kennedy, but it seems more …

Two Mich. students charged in videotaped school attack

Two high school students from western Michigan who were videotaped attacking a classmate were charged with aggravated assault on Wednesday.

ESPN gives overview of Lions’ offseason moves

It’s not ground-breaking for the diehard Detroit Lions fan, but ESPN recently gave a good snapshot of the team’s offseason.

Former Lions running back Kevin Jones on Steelers radar

Steel Tradition reported yesterday that the running back situation may be completely set as the Steelers head into July’s training camp.