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Detroit Lions blog, Highlight Reel, to close doors after government rejects bailout plan
After more than seven years bringing you Detroit Lions news, rumors and multimedia, with a pinch of smarminess, MLive's most popular blog says goodbye (with music videos!)
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July 30, 2010
Lions' Matthew Stafford listed as 11th highest-paid American athlete
Detroit's second-year quarterback will earn nearly $28 million in 2010.
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July 21, 2010
Terry Bradshaw: Lions are 'on the right track' with leader like Matthew Stafford
The Pittsburgh Steelers great likes the direction the Lions are heading in, but has far more unkind words for ex-Notre Damer Jimmy Clausen.
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July 16, 2010
Looking Ahead: Philadelphia Eagles pose serious matchup problems for Detroit Lions
The Lions' second-week opponent may be without big names like Donovan McNabb and Brian Westbrook, but the Eagles still have the explosiveness on offense and defense that Detroit will struggle to contain.
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July 16, 2010
South Carolina gubernatorial candidate claims to be former Detroit Lions running back
Just like Billy Sims and Barry Sanders, Morgan Bruce Reeves says he was a running back drafted by the Detroit Lions. Ahem. YOU make the call...
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July 15, 2010
Detroit Lions Links: Shaun Hill is second-best backup quarterback in NFC North
ESPN blogger Kevin Seifert gives the edge to Minnesota's Tavaris Jackson because of physical skills, but both quarterbacks are the top two because of they've had experience as starters. Check out today's Lions links:
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July 14, 2010
Detroit Lions Links: Julian Peterson looking to have greater impact this season
Fans may have expected more of a presence from the five-time Pro Bowl linebacker, but playing out of position and in a new defense was a hurdle he shouldn't have to face in 2010. Check out today's Lions links:
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July 13, 2010
Detroit Lions Links: Fans say trade for Corey Williams one of team's best this offseason
Getting the big defensive tackle from Cleveland ranks No. 6 on the top 10 list of moves Detroit made this offseason. Check out today's Lions links:
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July 12, 2010
Detroit Lions Links: Billy Sims presents an intriguing question for Hall of Fame voters
The former Detroit running back's career was cut short by injury, but he was able to amass numbers similar to Chicago's Hall of Fame back Gail Sayers. Check out today's Lions links:
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July 06, 2010
Detroit Lions Links: Ndamukong Suh 'loves this defense' he'll be playing in Detroit
The rookie defensive tackle says he'll be playing the 3-technique where he'll be free to do whatever he has to do to cause havoc with opposing offenses. Check out today's Lions links:
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July 02, 2010
Lions' last-second win over Browns No. 3 among 2009 regular season games
Rookie quarterback Matthew Stafford's last-second heroics made the game a hit among NFL fans, despite it being a meeting of two 1-8 clubs.
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July 01, 2010
Detroit Lions Links: Injuries affect rookie running backs more than any other football position
Though they generally have the quickest, biggest impact on their teams, running backs tend to miss more time due to injury than any other position in football; Detroit rookie Jahvid Best hopes to leave that track record in the dust. Check out today's Lions links:
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June 30, 2010
Detroit Lions Links: Team among NFL's worst franchises, but future still looking bright
The National Football Post ranks Detroit as the NFL's fifth-worst franchise, but says the team is also poised to emerge from the cellar. Check out today's Lions links:
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June 29, 2010
Keeping an eye on the NFC North: Chicago Bears will sink or swim with offseason changes
With the addition of Mike Martz as offensive coordinator, the Bears offense will have a look never seen before in Chicago. But only time will tell if that's a good thing.
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June 28, 2010
Detroit Lions Links: Tom Lewand says select training camp dates will be open to public
Detroit Lions fans will be happy to learn that, as they have in the past, the team will open certain training camp sessions to fans once again this year. Check out today's Lions links:
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June 24, 2010
Mike Golic says Detroit Lions have had most impressive offseason so far
The NFL analyst and former defensive lineman likes how the Lions are attempting to plug a roster full of holes.
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June 22, 2010
Detroit Lions Links: Team takes to the ring to change up training regimen
The Lions are using boxing to help with speed, endurance and hand-eye coordination. Check out today's Lions links:
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June 22, 2010
Lions should be wary that Albert Haynesworth's current, ex-teammates critical of him
The Washington Redskins' defensive tackle, who played for seven years under Jim Schwartz, is acting selfishly with his trade demands, and that's no surprise say those familiar with him.
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June 21, 2010
Detroit Lions Links: Opinions range on whether Lions should pursue Albert Haynesworth
Detroit could deal for Washington's disgruntled defensive tackle, who played for Jim Schwartz in Tennessee, but the teams would have to get creative. Check out today's Lions links:
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June 21, 2010
Detroit Lions Links: Ndamukong Suh admits admits 'I would definitely like to sack Favre'
The Lions' rookie defensive tackle says it would be a great notch on his belt to bring down the future Hall of Fame quarterback. Check out today's links:
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June 18, 2010
Detroit Lions Links: Chicago Bears have made noise, not much progress vs. NFC North
Though the Bears have been active in picking up big-name free agents, Dallas Morning News NFL columnist Rick Gosselin lists Chicago as No. 24 in the NFL, just two spots ahead of Detroit.
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June 15, 2010
Ford Field Redemption: Ndamukong Suh, Louis Delmas both hopeful heading into 2010 season
The two Detroit Lions youngsters may be naive in their confident expectations, but winning begins with believing in yourself.
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June 14, 2010
Detroit Lions Links: NFL analysts admire moves made by Martin Mayhew, Jim Schwartz
Detroit has been able to gather some of the best talent available in the last couple of drafts, thanks to the collective work of the Lions coaches and front office. Check out today's Lions links:
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June 11, 2010
Detroit Lions steal the show in new 'Karate Kid' movie
And by "steal the show," I mean, "the new Bubbles makes an appearance."
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June 11, 2010
Detroit Lions Links: NFL analyst says it's not too late to make a play for O.J. Atogwe
Now that he's likely to come with a lower price tag, the National Football Post's Matt Bowen thinks the Detroit Lions should make another push for the free agent safety.
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June 10, 2010
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