Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford, placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, said he was very careful during quarantine.
Jahvid Best Became an Olympic Sprinter After Concussions Ended His NFL Career
Jahvid Best could have been the NFL’s next star running back if not for concussions. That didn’t stop him from becoming an Olympic sprinter.
A Heart Problem Forced Nick Fairley to Retire After He Signed a $30 Million Contract
Nick Fairley celebrated a breakout season with a $30 million contract. A few months later, a heart problem forced his de facto retirement.
Detroit Lions Great Calvin Johnson Says One NFL Defender Gave Megatron Fits
Calvin Johnson was virtually unstoppable in nine seasons as a Detroit Lions receiver. He says one cornerback stands above the rest in defending him.
Corey Smith Won a Super Bowl With the Buccaneers and Then Died Tragically
Corey Smith fulfilled a dream when he won a Super Bowl in his rookie season. The former Buccaneers defender tragically died six years later.
Former Pro Bowler Luther Elliss Went Bankrupt After Making $20 Million In the NFL
Luther Elliss made $20 million during his successful NFL career, but he went broke just six years into retirement.
Colin Kaepernick’s NFL Comeback Chances Just Got a Boost From the Detroit Lions
Every NFL team hopes to find a dynamic quarterback who can lead them to victory on Sunday. During the 2012 and 2013 campaigns, it looked like that man was Colin Kaepernick. As we all know, however, the signal-caller never fully rose to stardom; after some performance hiccups and his now-famous protests, he found himself without …
Aaron Gibson Was the NFL’s Heaviest Player, but That Didn’t Translate Into Success or Happiness
Aaron Gibson still holds the title of the NFL’s heaviest player, but that size didn’t translate into stardom on the football field.
Reggie Wayne’s Personal Standards Kept Him From Signing With the Lions
The Detroit Lions offered legendary Colts receiver Reggie Wayne a contract before he retired. Wayne declined for one specific reason.
The NFL Once Suspended Lions Lineman Shaun Rogers for Trying to Fix His Appetite
Former Lions defensive tackle Shaun Rogers once earned a four-game suspension when he tried to change his appetite. Here are the details.
Nate Burleson’s NFL Career Was Once Interrupted by a Bizzare Pizza-Related Injury
While every NFL player deals with his fair share of injuries, Nate Burleson once missed time due to a deep dish pepperoni pizza.
Reggie Bush Believes the Packers Were Right in Drafting Jordan Love
Reggie Bush is all too familiar with Aaron Rodgers’ greatness. But Bush still believes the Green Bay Packers were smart to draft Jordan Love.
Lions QB Matthew Stafford Is Selling His Massive Home For Millions
Matthew Stafford has made a lot of money in his career with the Detroit Lions. It has ultimately helped him own a very expensive home too.
Adrian Peterson Eyeing Surpassing Barry Sanders in NFL Record Books
The star running back has a significant goal for the 2020 season that involves surpassing the former Detroit Lions great.
Mike Furrey Was a Two-Way, $10 Million Player and Can Be a Rich NFL Coach
Mike Furrey went from undrafted rookie to a two-way player who once led the NFC in receptions. Here’s what Furrey is up to in 2020.
The Detroit Lions Cursed by Tragedy
The Detroit Lions have been a woeful team on the field for years. That doesn’t even compare to the tragedy the organization has endured for decades that makes it appear the organization is cursed.
Kevin Smith Made $2 Million In The NFL But Will Be A Rich College Coach
Former UCF star running back Kevin Smith played five seasons with the Detroit Lions. He is now a high-profile running backs coach.
Is Ndamukong Suh the Most Hated Player in the NFL?
Ndamukong Suh built a reputation of a dirty player early in his career, but is he still the most hated NFL player in the league?
Michael Thomas Could Join Randy Moss and These Receivers With Another 99 Overall Madden Rating
Michael Thomas is one of several receivers who attained a 99 overall in Madden. Thomas looks to become a mainstay in that club.
Calvin Johnson Smoked Marijuana After Every NFL Game He Played
Calvin Johnson was a dominant NFL wide receiver for almost a decade, and he was doing it while smoking marijuana after every game.
Who Is the Only NFL Player to Die in a Game?
In 100-plus years of violent collisions, concussions, and broken bones, only one NFL player has died in a game. Here’s a look at that tragic day in Detroit.
Matthew Stafford Has Absolutely Been Worth the $200 Million He’s Earned
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford may not have won a playoff game yet, but he’s been worth every cent he’s earned. Here’s why.
Jeff Okudah Broke the News of Declaring for the NFL Draft in Heartbreaking Letter to His Late Mom
Detroit Lions top pick Jeff Okudah broke the news about declaring for the NFL draft in a heartbreaking letter to his late mother.
Joey Harrington Earned Over $350,000 for Each Interception He Threw, But Don’t Call Him an NFL Draft Bust
Joey Harrington threw 85 interceptions in six NFL seasons, but the quarterback doesn’t consider himself to be a draft bust.
Golden Tate Made Close to $1 Million as a Rookie and Still Stole a Donut in Seattle
Golden Tate signed a multi-million dollar rookie contract with the Seahawks, but he still tried stealing donuts from a Seattle store.
Calvin Johnson Could Have Made Over $200 Million If He Hadn’t Retired so Early
Detroit Lions receiver Calvin Johnson cashed in during his NFL career. Johnson could have reached $200 million if he didn’t retire early.
Ernie Sims Made $18 Million in the NFL and Could Soon Be a Rich College Coach
Former Florida State and Detroit Lions linebacker Ernie Sims cashed in during his NFL years. Sims is now a rising coach in the college ranks.
Jeff Okudah Is Talking a Big Game Going Into the NFL Draft
Jeff Okudah is a top prospect in the 2020 NFL draft. With the draft right around the corner, though, Okudah is certainly talking a big game.
Drew Stanton Has Made a Staggering Amount of Money for 17 Career Starts
Veteran backup quarterback Drew Stanton has cashed in wherever he’s gone. How much money has Stanton made for 17 career starts?
Former Colts DE Dwight Freeney Once Lost Over $20 Million for Trusting the Wrong People
Dwight Freeney was a great defensive end for the Indianapolis Colts. However, he once lost over $20 million for trusting the wrong people.
The Tragic Ending for No. 2 Pick in 2003 NFL Draft Charles Rogers
Charles Rogers was the best college football receiver in 2002. What happened after being selected No. 2 in the NFL Draft is a tragic story of epic proportions.
Mike Utley Went From Football Player to Paraplegic on One NFL Play
Former Detroit Lions offensive lineman Mike Utley went from a football player to a paraplegic on one play in November of 1991.
Heisman Trophy Winner Reggie Bush Is Enjoying a Successful TV Career
Reggie Bush became one of the best running backs in college football history at USC. Where is the former first-round pick now?
Julian Edelman Headlines NFL’s Most Underrated Stars
Julian Edelman has been one of the best playoff performers in NFL history. He’s just one of several underrated NFL stars.
Which Madden Cover Stars Avoided the Madden Curse?
The Madden Curse is supposed to stop every Madden cover athlete in their tracks. These guys still avoided the Madden Curse.
Darius Slay Will Help Eagles’ Fans Finally Forget About Nnamdi Asomugha and Byron Maxwell
The Philadelphia Eagles traded for Pro-Bowl cornerback Darius Slay on Thursday, finally putting an end to the team’s endless search for a lock-down corner.
You Won’t Believe How Much Money Chase Daniel Has Made For 5 Career Starts
Veteran backup quarterback Chase Daniel is continuing to build one of the NFL’s more impressive earnings list. His career earnings will shock NFL fans.
The Detroit Lions Would Be Stupid Not to Draft Ohio State’s Jeffrey Okudah
The Detroit Lions have a lot of work to do on the defensive side of the ball. Jeffrey Okudah would be a great building block for the team.
Is Matthew Stafford Still the Best Choice for the Detroit Lions?
Just because Matthew Stafford feels up to the task of being the Detroit Lions’ quarterback doesn’t mean he’s the right one for it.
5 Former Athletes Succeeding in the Marijuana Industry
These athletes all found success in sports. Now they’re finding success in something completely different—the cannabis industry.
Which NFL Franchise Is the Worst Managed?
Some NFL franchises just seem to never get it right, turning in losing records year after year. But which team is the worst managed of them all?
Are the Detroit Lions Holding Matthew Stafford Back?
Matthew Stafford always gives his all, puts up star numbers, and serves as the heart and soul of a Detroit Lions team unworthy of his talents.
Detroit Lions Fans Are Convinced the Owner Doesn’t Care About the Team
The Detroit Lions’ failures are so bad that fans want the owner, Martha Firestone Ford, to sell the franchise.
Did Lions Coach Matt Patricia play in the NFL?
We have seen a lot of former players become NFL head coaches, but how much of Lions coach Matt Patricia’s experience came on the field?
Is David Blough the first QB to Have a TD as His First Completion in the NFL?
David Blough didn’t have to wait long to toss his first NFL touchdown — he did it on his first completion — but was he the first to do so?
Keenan Allen, James White Among 5 Essential Fantasy Football Must-Plays in Week 14
The fantasy football playoffs is well underway with many leagues either in the championship game or entering the semifinals in Week 15 action. There will undoubtedly be many tough decisions to make in your lineups with everything on the line once again. With that said, here are some suggestions to help make that process a …
The Least Valuable NFL Team Is Worth 2.5 Times Less Than the Most Valuable
Every NFL team is worth a lot by most standards, but the difference between the most and least valuable teams is huge.
NFL Thanksgiving: John Madden, the Turkey Leg Award, and the Turducken
It’s hard to think about Thanksgiving Day football without thinking of John Madden and his awesome turkey monstrosities.
Why is David Blough Starting For the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving?
David Blough will be making the first start of his NFL career on Thanksgiving Day for the Detroit Lions. How did this come about?
Why Do the Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions Play Every Thanksgiving?
The NFL and turkey dinner are a natural pairing. But why do the Dallas Cowboys and the Detroit Lions always play on Thanksgiving.
