The Detroit Lions, who rarely get a chance to play on primetime have started a tradition of freewheeling on NBC's player introductions. It was on display again in the season opener.
Alabama running back Jahmyr Gibbs and Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell both graded out as second-round picks. For some reason, the Lions reached for both of them in the first round.
Half of the league's top 10 rushing-yardage leaders last season were drafted in the second round or later. If you think that’s a pretty convincing argument against drafting a back in the first round, wait until you hear this.
As prayers continue for Buffalo player Damar Hamlin who collapsed on the field, many long-time Detroit Lions fans are flashing back to the loss of one of their own.
There are two NFL teams that always play on Thanksgiving Day. Watching the Detroit Lions (and the Dallas Cowboys) on TV has been a Turkey-Day tradition for decades. There's a simple explanation behind it.