Lions training camp preview: Five breakout candidates to watch

One to watch is safety Tracy Walker, who saw action in all 16 games during his rookie season.

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Lions training camp preview: Five roster battles to watch

The Detroit Lions' rookies report this week and veterans will follow a week later.

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ESPN: Lions’ offensive ‘arsenal’ ranks No. 18 in NFL behind ‘promising’ trio

ESPN on Thursday ranked the Lions' offensive "arsenal" 18th in the NFL.

Ex-Lions coach Caldwell stepping away from Dolphins role due to health issues

He will remain as a counsultant to the NFL team for the 2019 season.

Monday’s NFL: Gould inks 4-year deal with 49ers

Kicker Robbie Gould signed a four-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers on Monday instead of playing this season on the franchise tag.

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Report: Malik McDowell suspended for first two games of season

Former Michigan State star defensive end Malik McDowell has been suspended for the first two games of the 2019 NFL season, according to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network.

Man charged in shooting of Giants draft pick and teammate

Francisco Alejandro Mendez was charged Friday with first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder and five counts of aggravated battery in the April 28 attack.

Writer: Lions’ ‘triplets’ of Stafford, Johnson, Golladay rank 19th in NFL

Detroit comes in 19th in NFL.com's "triplets" rankings — that is, each team's top quarterback, running back and pass catcher — posted Wednesday.

Friday’s NFL: Refs prep for pass interference reviews

Owners approved by a 31-1 margin to allow pass interference or non-calls to be challenged by coaches until the final two minutes

Problem solving, conceptual teaching are roots of Matt Patricia’s coaching methods

Detroit Lions coach Matt Patricia could have been a rocket scientist.

Former Lions safety Glover Quin retires after 10 NFL seasons

Former Lions safety Glover Quin announced his retirement after 10 NFL seasons, the last six of which were spent in Detroit.

Justin Rogers ranks the top 25 Lions in value for 2019

Justin Rogers of The Detroit News ranks the top 25 Detroit Lions in value for the 2019 season.

Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Kendrick Norton loses arm in car crash

Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Kendrick Norton suffered multiple injuries in a car crash that required his left arm to be amputated.

Former Kentucky, NFL QB Jared Lorenzen dies at 38 after years of health problems

Jared Lorenzen, the former University of Kentucky quarterback whose oversized body, outsized talent and good-old-boy charm endeared him to UK fans and foes alike, died Wednesday at the age of 38.

Report: Nike pulls flag sneaker after Kaepernick complaint

Citing unnamed sources, the paper said Kaepernick, a Nike endorser, said he and others found the symbol offensive because of its connection to slavery

Niyo: Training camp will reveal Lions’ true character

It’s a question coaches often get as spring turns to summer and the NFL offseason unofficially ends: Are you better off now than you were a year ago?

Ex-NFL receiver: Lions’ Kenny Golladay poised for breakout season

The Lions' Kenny Golladay is one of seven receivers Reggie Wayne says are "set to break out" in 2019 in a piece posted Wednesday for NFL.com.

‘He’d be astounded’: Stories about his father inspire Lions’ Mike Ford

Detroit Lions cornerback Mike Ford doesn't need a Sunday in June to put his father front and center.

Le’Veon Bell’s 911 call: ‘Girlfriends’ stole jewelry, now ‘they’re ignoring me’

A few weeks back, former Michigan State running back Le’Veon Bell said two women robbed him of more than $500,000 worth of jewelry.

Lions waive tight end Michael Roberts after trade falls through

The team didn't offer additional information why Roberts was rejected by New England.

Lions rookies visit Empowerment Plan plant

Lions Lowdown: Summer break edition

We wrap up the early portion of the offseason program discussing some of the top stories heading into training camp.

Lions David Fales and Taylor Decker on the OTAs

New Detroit Lions quarterback David Fales on his preparations; tackle Taylor Decker on the offseason workouts and tasks ahead.

The ‘Juice’ is loose-lipped: O.J. joins Twitter, says he has ‘getting even to do’

Simpson went on to explain he’d be posting his thoughts and opinions on “just about everything.” He adopted the handle @TheRealOJ32.

Lions announce training camp schedule; here are the dates open to the public

Among the open practices, there will be three joint sessions with the New England Patriots.

Lions trade Michael Roberts, continue revamp of tight end position

The Lions will get a future, late-round pick in exchange for the tight end.

Panel: Detroit needs more money, hotels to land national sports events

Push on to get NFL Draft in 2022 for Detroit, Lions president says

Detroit Lions final OTA: Thursday, June 13, 2019

Sorry, Boston! Detroit remains the City of Champions (no, seriously)

Detroit remains the only city to hold three concurrent professional championships, in 1935-36.

HBO opts for Raiders, not Lions, for ‘Hard Knocks’

The Raiders offered the network more compelling story lines and personalities for their behind-the-scenes program.

Lions sign two, including QB, release former MSU QB Connor Cook

The Lions released Cook to make room for another quarterback on the roster, David Fales.

These four Detroit sports stars are among the richest 100 athletes in the world

Forbes came out with its annual rankings this week, with four local athletes represented.

Rookie burner Ty Johnson showing more than speed for Lions

The 40-yard dash has become our baseline for evaluating a football player's speed.

Lions rookie cornerback Amani Oruwariye stands tall at first minicamp

Amani Oruwariye might not always seem as tall on the practice field as he did this week during minicamp.

Lions’ late-round picks, undrafted players who paid dividends

They didn't come with big credentials or much fanfare, but they plugged gaps and filled some needs for the Honolulu blue and silver.

‘The Lions’ fault’: Nate Burleson backs Calvin Johnson in dispute with team

Nate Burleson, one of the Lions' biggest supporters since last playing for the team in 2013, said he backs his former teammate 100 percent.

On day Lions add more WR depth, Andy Jones shines

Jones, who played significant snaps last season, was productive as a special teams contributor and blocker. On Thursday, he shined as a pass catcher.

Lions’ Diggs emerges as Stafford’s new practice rival

For years, Matthew Stafford and safety Glover Quin battled on the practice field. Now it's Quandre Diggs pushing the QB to be at his best.

Lions add versatility at wide receiver by signing Jermaine Kearse

Receiver Jermaine Kearse spent the last two seasons with the New York Jets, collecting 37 catches for 371 yards and a touchdown last season.

Ex-MSU star Malik McDowell charged in scuffle with cops, truck theft

McDowell, who turned 23 this month, is to appear Thursday morning in Oakland Circuit Court, where he has been ordered to stand trial in both cases.