Lions ‘stay mentally tough,’ overcome mistakes to take down Chargers

The Detroit Lions overcame a mistake-filled performance to rally past the Los Angles Chargers, 13-10, on Sunday.

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Lions’ win brings relief for Matt Prater after rare off-day

Matt Prater knew the answer almost faster than a Google search would.

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Lions’ Patricia still has faith in Agnew despite benching

Patricia yanked Agnew after officials missed Agnew fumbling a second-quarter return

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‘We needed it’: Stafford-Golladay connection comes through in the clutch for Lions

The late TD was the capper to a big game for Golladay, who had eight catches for 117 yards after managing just four receptions for 42 yards in the opener.

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Chargers holdout Gordon posts ill-advised tweet about Lions’ Prater

While there's little to suggest malicious intent, Los Angeles Chargers holdout running back Melvin Gordon published an ill-advised tweet.

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‘Good start’: Antonio Brown scores in debut as Patriots pound Dolphins

Brown, who signed Monday, made an 18-yard catch on his first play and finished with 56 yards receiving, all in the first half.

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Sunday’s NFL: Bears edge Broncos on Pineiro’s 53-yard field goal

Eddy Pineiro is winning over Bears fans and teammates who suffered through the double-doink miss by Cody Parkey that sent them home from the playoffs.

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Quick reads: Golladay and Tavai shine, special teams stumble

The Lions' offense on Sunday again looked different than most probably pictured heading into the season.

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Recap: Slay interception ices Lions’ 13-10 win over Chargers

The Detroit Lions host the dangerous Los Angeles Chargers in a Week 2 matchup at Ford Field.

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Lions 13, Chargers 10

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Lions down Taylor Decker, Jarrad Davis against Chargers

The Detroit Lions will have to face of the challenge of one of the NFL's best pass rushes without the team's starting left tackle.

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Lions Lowdown: Previewing game vs. Chargers

The winless, undefeated Lions return home after a disappointing tie in Arizona to battle the Chargers. We take a look at the matchup.

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This week’s football on TV

This week's college and NFL games on TV.

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Lions vs. Chargers: Five things to watch in Sunday’s home opener

Matt Schoch hones in on five things to watch in Sunday's game between the Los Angeles Chargers and Detroit Lions (1 p.m./CBS/760).

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View from the other side: Lions vs. Chargers

Joe Reedy of the Associated Press in Los Angeles breaks down the Chargers for The Detroit News.

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After terrible tie, will Lions be better at moving forward?

The trick for a professional athlete is having a short-term memory.

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Chargers, Philip Rivers bring it full circle for Lions’ Quandre Diggs

Now in his fifth season, Lions safety Quandre Diggs has lined up against every NFL team.

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Lions teammates give football junkie Jarrad Davis a boost during ‘tough’ inactivity

At the NFL scouting combine, one of the key things NFL teams try to learn about prospects is their passion for the game

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Detroit News predictions: Lions vs. Chargers

Justin Rogers, John Niyo and Bob Wojnowski of The Detroit News offer their predictions on the outcome of Sunday’s Lions vs. Chargers game.

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Five possible Lions 2020 draft prospects: Week 3

Each week we'll be highlighting five prospects with locally-televised matchups who could be a fit for the Detroit Lions in the 2020 NFL Draft.

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Decker, Davis, Hand questionable for Lions; Melvin good to go

With the fearsome pass-rushing tandem of Joey Bosa and Melvin Ingram on deck, the Detroit Lions might be without their starting left tackle.

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After quiet opener, Lions’ Slay likely to have busy day with Chargers’ Allen

Slay has long had a tendency of following the opponent's best outside receiver. That assignment would unquestionably be Allen on Sunday.

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Patriots’ Antonio Brown not placed on exempt list, eligible to play Sunday

Brown is said to be eligible to play against Miami. Whether he actually does after just three practices with the Patriots is still not clear.

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Friday’s NFL: ESPN+ bringing back ‘NFL PrimeTime’ after 14-year absence

It will air on the streaming service on Sunday nights from 7:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. EST and will be available on demand until Wednesday night.

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‘The Wick’ burns bright as Georgia trio fires up Lions’ secondary

Brunswick, Georgia is home for three of the Lions’ five starting defensive backs: Darius Slay, Justin Coleman and Tracy Walker.

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Lions mailbag: Obsessing over one game; OL outlook (present and future)

One week into the season, the Detroit Lions are both undefeated and winless.

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Kerryon Johnson backs Gordon’s holdout: ‘He’s trying to do what’s best for him’

Johnson is supportive of the Chargers running back's decision to fight for what he believes he's worth.

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Detroit East English Village’s Desmond King emerges as ‘dynamic’ player for Chargers

Chargers cornerback Desmond King returns to his hometown of Detroit this weekend, with his team taking on the Lions.

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Thursday’s NFL: Buccaneers use late stand to hold off Panthers

The Bucs sniffed out a fourth-and-1 play from the 2-yard and shoved Christian McCaffrey out of bounds with 1:22 left to perverse a 20-14 win.

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Lions’ pass protection a major issue with ‘relentless’ Chargers up next

The Detroit Lions have invested copious resources in their offensive line, and to date, the unit is still not paying dividends on that investment.

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Lions’ Stafford on timeout call vs. Cardinals: ‘We’re all trying to win’

Three days later, Stafford said he understands the team’s decision to call the timeout.

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Lions rookie Will Harris looks to learn from punt-block gaffe

Will Harris had one of the game's biggest blunders, allowing himself to be driven too far back while blocking on a punt against the Cardinals.

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Lions’ Davis trending in right direction, Decker hurt

Jarrad Davis ran through a number of individual drills, suggesting he has a decent chance of returning to action Sunday after an ankle injury.

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Chargers suffer huge injury before upcoming game with Lions

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Hunter Henry suffered a tibia plateau fracture to his left knee.

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Chargers’ ground game doing just fine without Melvin Gordon

In a 30-24 win over the Colts, Chargers running back Austin Ekeler racked up 154 yards from scrimmage and found the end zone three times.

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Lions film review: 5 observations vs. Cardinals

Justin Rogers of The Detroit News breaks down the film from the Detroit Lions' tie with the Arizona Cardinals.

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Antonio Brown accused of rape by former trainer

Britney Taylor says former Central Michigan standout sexually assaulted her on three occasions, according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday in the Southern District of Florida.

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Wednesday’s NFL: Bengals’ Green ‘way ahead of schedule’ in recovery from ankle surgery

The Bengals’ top receiver abandoned the protective boot and moved ahead with getting his left ankle back in shape.

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Former Michigan, NFL quarterback Ryan Mallett arrested for DWI

Former Arkansas, Michigan and NFL quarterback Ryan Mallett has been arrested in northwest Arkansas for suspicion of driving while intoxicated.

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Bevell: Execution key on ‘got-to-have-it’ downs

One game into his tenure with the Lions, offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell is already facing tough questions.

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