Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz USA TODAY Published 9:20 AM EDT Sep 7, 2020 How can an NFL team effectively evaluate a head coach in 2020? In any year, delving beyond records to determine responsibility or fault can be difficult. In a season already drastically altered by the coronavirus pandemic, however, the task is sure to be even more challenging. From navigating a
Month: September 2020
Carlos Monarrez Detroit Free Press Published 8:37 AM EDT Sep 7, 2020 Free Press sports writer Carlos Monarrez breaks down the Detroit Lions’ opponents in the NFC North for 2020, with predicted records: Chicago Bears (Predicted record: 6-10) Why they’re better than the Lions The Bears have a great, playoff-caliber defense that finished eighth overall
Carlos Monarrez Detroit Free Press Published 6:01 AM EDT Sep 7, 2020 Free Press sports writer Carlos Monarrez breaks down the Detroit Lions’ opponents in the NFC North for 2020, with predicted records: Chicago Bears (Predicted record: 6-10) Why they’re better than the Lions The Bears have a great, playoff-caliber defense that finished eighth overall
Gene Chamberlain Associated Press Published 7:40 PM EDT Sep 6, 2020 Lake Forest, Ill. – Chicago Bears coach Matt Nagy saw a different version of Mitchell Trubisky than he has in the past. The explanation Nagy offered Sunday for selecting Trubisky over Nick Foles in the Bears’ quarterback competition had more to do with Trubisky’s
Marlowe Alter Detroit Free Press Published 7:55 PM EDT Sep 6, 2020 The early days of Dan Orlovsky’s first tenure with the Detroit Lions were full of losses. And funny stories of dysfunction. That’s what we learned Friday when he joined former NFL defensive end Chris Long on his “Green Light” podcast. “You were in Detroit, what
Justin Rogers The Detroit News Published 7:51 PM EDT Sep 6, 2020 The Detroit Lions kept only eight offensive linemen on their initial 53-man roster, but added some depth to the group on Sunday by re-signing guard Oday Aboushi. To make room on the roster, cornerback Mike Ford was transferred to injured reserve. He had suffered
Dave Birkett Detroit Free Press Published 7:41 PM EDT Sep 6, 2020 News of the Detroit Lions’ interest in and signing of Adrian Peterson came out of left field Sunday morning. Peterson was released by Washington on Friday, and because the Lions had kept private the significant health concerns they have about their backfield, they were able
Bob Wojnowski The Detroit News Published 5:42 PM EDT Sep 6, 2020 Apparently, they mean it this time. The Lions have acknowledged for years they need a power running game to compete with the big boys, and have failed to find one. Their latest attempt Sunday was unusually dramatic, equal parts determination and desperation. The
Justin Rogers The Detroit News Published 4:00 PM EDT Sep 6, 2020 The Detroit Lions’ practice squad will look familiar to fans who closely follow the team. All 16 players on the expanded unit were with the team during training camp and three-quarters of the group were either on the main roster or the practice
Dave Birkett Detroit Free Press Published 4:58 PM EDT Sep 6, 2020 The Detroit Lions made tough decisions at long snapper and punter Saturday, but the competition for those spots isn’t over yet. The Lions re-signed long snapper Steve Wirtel and punter Arryn Siposs to their practice Sunday, a day after both were waived as
Dave Birkett Detroit Free Press Published 2:06 PM EDT Sep 6, 2020 The Detroit Lions wanted to bring Jason Huntley back on practice squad after they cut him Saturday. The Philadelphia Eagles had a different idea. The Eagles claimed Huntley on waivers Sunday and the rookie running back will join Philadelphia’s 53-man roster. Waiving Huntley
Justin Rogers The Detroit News Published 1:18 PM EDT Sep 6, 2020 If the Detroit Lions had hoped to sneak rookie running back Jason Huntley on to the team’s practice squad, they’ll have to seek a different option. The Philadelphia Eagles claimed the fifth-round draft pick off waivers on Sunday morning. Huntley was one of
Dave Birkett Detroit Free Press Published 12:07 PM EDT Sep 6, 2020 News of the Detroit Lions’ interest in and signing of Adrian Peterson came out of left field Sunday morning. Peterson was released by Washington on Friday, and because the Lions had kept private the significant health concerns they have about their backfield, they were able
Justin Rogers The Detroit News Published 11:00 AM EDT Sep 6, 2020 The Detroit Lions are adding one of the best running backs in NFL history, reaching an agreement with free agent Adrian Peterson Sunday morning. The pending deal was confirmed by the player’s agent. According to ESPN, it’s a one-year deal worth $1.05 million —
LANDOVER, MD – NOVEMBER 24: Adrian Peterson #26 of Washington (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) NBA DFS picks September 6: Can Giannis stave off elimination? by Mike Marteny The Detroit Lions picked up Adrian Peterson. The Washington Football Team decided to release Adrian Peterson in the name of getting younger players like Antonio Gibson and
Justin Rogers The Detroit News Published 8:57 AM EDT Sep 6, 2020 The Detroit Lions are adding one of the best running backs in NFL history, reaching an agreement with free agent Adrian Peterson Sunday morning. The pending deal was confirmed by the player’s agent. A 13-year NFL veteran, Peterson has rushed for 14,216 yards during
Dave Birkett Detroit Free Press Published 8:41 AM EDT Sep 6, 2020 The Detroit Lions continue to pour resources into the running back position, with their latest move bringing one of the NFL’s all-time greats to town. The Lions signed running back Adrian Peterson to a one-year deal Sunday, reuniting him with his former offensive
Justin Rogers The Detroit News Published 5:55 AM EDT Sep 6, 2020 The Detroit Lions established the team’s 53-man roster on Saturday. Here’s how things shook out heading into the regular season, with analysis by Justin Rogers of The Detroit News. QUARTERBACK (2) ► In: Matthew Stafford, Chase Daniel ► Out: David Blough ► Analysis: It’s
Justin Rogers The Detroit News Published 5:35 AM EDT Sep 6, 2020 Here is a recap of the roster cuts made by the Detroit Lions on Saturday as they established their 53-man roster for the regular season. 3:53 p.m. – Either the Lions are planning to carry two tight ends to start the year or Hunter
The Detroit News Published 12:34 AM EDT Sep 6, 2020 The theory that NFL teams would go with three quarterbacks to start the pandemic-impacted season took a hit Saturday. Lots of third-stringers were sent packing as the 32 teams got down to the 53-man limit. The season opens Thursday night with Houston at Super Bowl