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Stafford struggles in loss to Packers
Stafford struggles in loss to Packers
digitalsportsdaily.com — By Travis Duncan Matthew Stafford threw four interceptions in Thursday’s 32-17 loss to the Green Bay Packers.... On at least two of the interceptons Stafford didn’t have time, and had to choose take a sack or take a shot down field. A more experienced player might have been able ... (more) Stafford struggles in loss to Packers
Stafford and Megatron starting vs Packers
Stafford and Megatron starting vs Packers
eatdrinkandsleepfootball.com — Detroit Lions receiver Calvin Johnson was questionable and a game-time decision for today's game against the Green... Bay Packers. Meanwhile the Lions rookie quarterback Matthew Stafford seemed to be all but out of this game after suffering a separated (non-throwing) shoulder last week. Both ... (more) Stafford and Megatron starting vs Packers

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Thanksgiving Day NFL Games Open Thread
Thanksgiving Day NFL Games Open Thread
catscratchreader.com — More photos » by Carlos Osorio - AP 2 months ago: Detroit Lions receiver Calvin Johnson (81),... is congratulated by teammate guard Stephen Peterman (66) after his touchdown in the second quarter of ... (more) Thanksgiving Day NFL Games Open Thread
Report: Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson to start for Detroit Lions despite injuries
sports.espn.go.com — Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford will start Thursday against the Packers despite being listed as "doubtful" with a... left shoulder injury, the Detroit Free Press reported. (more) Report: Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson to start for ...
Stafford, Johnson to Start Against Packers
blogs.detroitlions.com — The Detroit Lions have announced starters and inactives for today’s game against Green Bay with the big... news being that both Matthew Stafford and Calvin Johnson will start. On the defensive side of the ball, Cliff Avril will start in place of ... (more) Stafford, Johnson to Start Against Packers
Lions Likely Without Stafford and Johnson for Thanksgiving Game
Lions Likely Without Stafford and Johnson for Thanksgiving Game
nflgridirongab.com — Two of the Detroit Lions’ young stars appear to not be in line to play Thursday against... the Green Bay Packers, according to Tim Twentyman of the Detroit News . To recap a bit, let’s rewind to last week’s game against the Cleveland Browns. Stafford was flattened by a Cleveland defensive ... (more) Lions Likely Without Stafford and Johnson for ...
Stafford doubtful, Johnson questionable vs. Packers
Stafford doubtful, Johnson questionable vs. Packers
blogs.nfl.com — Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford did not participate in practice Wednesday and is listed as doubtful for... the team's annual Thanksgiving Day game . (more) Stafford doubtful, Johnson questionable vs. Packers
[Lions] Lions WR Calvin Johnson Is Questionable For Thanksgiving Game
[Lions] Lions WR Calvin Johnson Is Questionable For Thanksgiving Game
gridironfans.com — Lions' wide receiver Calvin Johnson has officially been listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Packers,... according to NFL writer Adam Caplan. Johnson is dealing with knee and hand injuries. This is actually good news, as it was believed that Megtron would be listed as doubful by ... (more) [Lions] Lions WR Calvin Johnson Is Questionable For ...
Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson of Detroit Lions sit out practice
Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson of Detroit Lions sit out practice
sports.espn.go.com — The Detroit Lions practiced Tuesday without quarterback Matthew Stafford and wide receiver Calvin Johnson.... (more) Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson of Detroit Lions sit ...
Packers vs Lions NFL Point Spreads
Packers vs Lions NFL Point Spreads
point-spreads.com — Point-Spreads.com is issuing a Packers vs Lions NFL Point Spreads Alert at 12:10pm on Wednesday Nov 25th,... 2009 on the NFL Week 12 match-up between the Packers vs Lions for Thanksgiving Day Football. The opening NFL point spreads had the Green Bay Packers -11 against the Detroit Lions. Calvin Johnson (more) Packers vs Lions NFL Point Spreads
Stafford, Johnson Not Likely To Play Thursday
Stafford, Johnson Not Likely To Play Thursday
lionsgab.com — Two of the Detroit Lions’ young stars appear to not be in line to play Thursday against... the Green Bay Packers, according to Tim Twentyman of the Detroit News . To recap a bit, let’s rewind to last week’s game against the Cleveland Browns. Stafford was flattened by a ... (more) Stafford, Johnson Not Likely To Play Thursday
Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson doubtful for Thanksgiving game
Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson doubtful for Thanksgiving game
detnews.com — Lions: Notebook Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson doubtful for Thanksgiving game Tim Twentyman / The Detroit News Allen... Park -- Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford and receiver Calvin Johnson did not practice Tuesday and it's unlikely either will play ... (more) Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson doubtful for ...
Packers vs Lions NFL Betting Odds
Packers vs Lions NFL Betting Odds
sports-odds.com — Sports-Odds.com is issuing a NFL Betting Odds Alert at 9:30am ET on Wednesday Nov 25th, 2009 for... the NFC North clash between the Packers vs Lions on Thanksgiving Day. The opening NFL betting odds had the Green Bay Packers -11 points away against the Detroit Lions. Calvin Johnson... (more) Packers vs Lions NFL Betting Odds
Fourth & 1 Debate: How to avoid fantasy disappointments next season
Fourth & 1 Debate: How to avoid fantasy disappointments next season
fantasyfootballfools.com — Ah, the sadness comes in larger puddles of tears every week as we approach the fantasy playoffs... . That first-round pick sure screwed you, didn’t he? But how, oh how, do you keep it from happening again next year? (Like it always does?) Last week’s fantasy football roundtable ... (more) Fourth & 1 Debate: How to avoid fantasy disappointments ...
Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson Miss Practice
Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson Miss Practice
prideofdetroit.com — More photos » by Carlos Osorio - AP about 8 hours ago: In this photo taken on... Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford runs ... (more) Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson Miss Practice
Lions' Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson held out of practice today
mlive.com — ALLEN PARK -- The Detroit Lions could be without their two biggest offensive weapons on Thursday when... they host the Green Bay Packers at Ford Field. Rookie quarterback Matthew Stafford (separated left shoulder) and receiver Calvin Johnson (knee/hand) ... (more) Lions' Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson held out of ...
Lions Will Likely Be Without Matthew Stafford on Thanksgiving; Calvin Johnson Also Out?
prideofdetroit.com — Do you want the good news or the bad news first? Let's go with the good news:... Matthew Stafford 's shoulder injury does not appear to be of the long-term variety .  Jim Schwartz called the injury an AC joint separation, which can either be a ... (more) Lions Will Likely Be Without Matthew Stafford on ...
Lions could be without QB Stafford, WR Johnson on Thanksgiving
Lions could be without QB Stafford, WR Johnson on Thanksgiving
nfl.com — ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- Matthew Stafford and Calvin Johnson played the game that Detroit Lions fans had... waited all season to see. Stafford set an NFL rookie passing record with 422 yards in Sunday's 38-37 victory over the Cleveland Browns and became the ... (more) Lions could be without QB Stafford, WR Johnson on ...
Lions' Matthew Stafford likely out for Thanksgiving
freep.com — Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford apparently does not have a long-term shoulder injury, but he's sore and... probably won't play Thursday against Green Bay. “There's a chance that goes away in the next couple days, but structurally, everything's ... (more) Lions' Matthew Stafford likely out for Thanksgiving
Week 11: NFL Regular Season | Fantasy Football Player Rankings
Week 11: NFL Regular Season | Fantasy Football Player Rankings
fantasy-info.com — This week was all about wide receivers that have had horrible fantasy football and NFL season that... finally got something done. Terrell Owens, Greg Jennings and Calvin Johnson all had huge games. (more) Week 11: NFL Regular Season | Fantasy Football Player ...
Matthew Stafford’s Record Setting Day
Matthew Stafford’s Record Setting Day
redskins.gearupforsports.com — Matthew Stafford, of the Detroit Lions, has had a rookie season that can best be described as... trying. Both he and his team have struggled all season, which was expected by all observers. There was a time this season some thought Stafford would be shut down for the season as he struggled ... (more) Matthew Stafford’s Record Setting Day
Lions-Browns Put Up Big Numbers In Shootout
reservationforsix.com — If the Browns and the Lions played every week I'm sure they would have a lot more... fans. Seriously. Over the last four or five years, Sunday's game was probably the most entertaining either teams fans have ever seen. With less than two minutes left the Lions were down by five points and they were ... (more) Lions-Browns Put Up Big Numbers In Shootout
The Links: Should the Lions have drafted Joe Thomas instead of Calvin Johnson?
The Links: Should the Lions have drafted Joe Thomas instead of Calvin Johnson?
blog.mlive.com — Your morning look at what's going on around the Internets. E-mail tips to patrickhayes13@gmail.com.... (more) The Links: Should the Lions have drafted Joe Thomas ...
Joe Thomas Vs. Calvin Johnson–Three Years Later
detroitlionsblog.com — After three years, and the selection of a potential franchise QB, the Lions will now be able... to see first hand whether they made the right decision selecting their franchise WR Calvin Johnson over franchise LT Joe Thomas , who currently plays for the ... (more) Joe Thomas Vs. Calvin Johnson–Three Years Later
Week 10 Recap: Cha-Ching!
Week 10 Recap: Cha-Ching!
sweetflaccoaction.blogspot.com — -Lions and tigers and bears. Oh, my.- And another bizarre week of NFL football blows past us.... And a profitable one it was. Both Cole and RWPilk come away with wins against tough opponents. What's their secret? Snake oil? Magical beans? A golden goose? Nay! Just good, old-fashioned ... (more) Week 10 Recap: Cha-Ching!
three cups deep: reality check
thelionsinwinter.blogspot.com — It eternally escapes me how a Lions fan--an otherwise rational human being, who wakes up and goes... to work and drinks coffee and does all of the things that a normal person such as you or I might do--can log on to, say, Mlive.com , on a Saturday, ... (more) three cups deep: reality check
Vikings' CB: Calvin Johnson Is 'LeBron James of Football'
nfl.fanhouse.com — by Chris Burke Calvin Johnson , now is his third professional season, has shown flashes of brilliance.... His 1,200-plus yards receiving and 12 touchdowns in 2008 were incredible numbers considering Detroit finished 0-16. But "Megatron" has just one ... (more) Vikings' CB: Calvin Johnson Is 'LeBron James of Football'
I Guess They Were Rusty?
I Guess They Were Rusty?
thevikingage.com — The Vikings dominated the first half vs. the Lions, at least on the statsheet. That domination might... have extended to the scoreboard had the team not committed a series of boneheaded gaffes. It started early, with Jim Kleinsasser getting called for a false start that cost the team a chance to ... (more) I Guess They Were Rusty?
Lions vs Vikings NFL Betting Odds Free Sports Picks
Lions vs Vikings NFL Betting Odds Free Sports Picks
onlinesportshandicapping.com — The Lions vs Vikings NFL betting odds have Minnesota as -16.5 Free Sports Picks favorites at Sportsbetting.com.... The Lions have playmakers in WR Calvin Johnson (6’3” 240 4.40 40-speed) and RB Kevin Smith (6’1” 217 4.45) who could make some noise but Minnesota has the edge. (more) Lions vs Vikings NFL Betting Odds Free Sports Picks
Winfield Will Sit vs. Lions, and I’m Glad
thevikingage.com — Antoine Winfield got back onto the practice field this week, for the first time since injuring his... foot early in the Vikings‘ win over the Ravens. Mostly Winfield was just testing the foot to see how it felt, and did not participate in any drills. This should’ve been the first hint ... (more) Winfield Will Sit vs. Lions, and I’m Glad
Week 10 is for the Men
Week 10 is for the Men
fantasyfootballgab.com — Week 10 is a very important week for fantasy players. Win or go home that is my... mantra. The SF CHI game was one heck of a boring game. My impressions? Thank goodness I don’t have Cutler and I’m estatic that I played Forte and he gave me 24 pts in my PPR league. I feel like I robbed ... (more) Week 10 is for the Men
the watchtower: lions at vikings
the watchtower: lions at vikings
thelionsinwinter.blogspot.com — Before we delve into a very, very special Watchtower—the first to feature an opponent that has already... been Watchtower’d—let’s take a look at last week’s installment : Regardless of talent, Gunther Cunningham defenses disproportionately ... (more) the watchtower: lions at vikings
Fantasy Football Week 10 Start Em, Sit Em Lineup Advice and Projections
Fantasy Football Week 10 Start Em, Sit Em Lineup Advice and Projections
midwestsportsfans.com — Week 9 was very interesting for me from a real and fantasy picks perspective. I went to... sleep last night thinking I’d lost by 0.5 points in one league because of Miles Austin’s one catch. But, as so often happens in leagues with IDPs, the stats had changed by Monday morning ... (more) Fantasy Football Week 10 Start Em, Sit Em Lineup Advice ...
Rift between Lions' Matthew Stafford and Calvin Johnson ended quickly
mlive.com — ALLEN PARK - During the Detroit Lions' 32-20 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, television cameras... caught rookie quarterback Matthew Stafford on the sideline saying something to receiver Calvin Johnson, who ignored Stafford and turned away. ... (more) Rift between Lions' Matthew Stafford and Calvin Johnson ...
About time: Calvin Johnson shows a little frustration
About time: Calvin Johnson shows a little frustration
blog.mlive.com — Calvin Johnson's sideline cold shoulder to Matt Stafford is a good thing.... (more) About time: Calvin Johnson shows a little frustration
Week 9 Thoughts
Week 9 Thoughts
fantasyfootballgab.com — Well Moats did play. He should have had 2 TD’s if he didn’t fumble the ball on... the 1 inch line. He played a decent game with 12 pts in a PPR league. Though Slaton stole a TD late in the game. The Moats/Slaton experiment didn’t work out as well as I would have liked but it was ... (more) Week 9 Thoughts
After a Bizarro World 1st Quarter, Reality Cross Checks Us Into the Boards as The Seattle Seahawks Dismantle A Detroit Lions Early Lead to Win 32 – 20
After a Bizarro World 1st Quarter, Reality Cross Checks Us Into the Boards as The Seattle ...
sidelionreport.com — The Fist Quarter was absolute bizarro world. The Lions came prepared and played viciously fierce, turning a... bounced field goal into a Delmas pick on Defense and a one handed Bryant Johnson touchdown catch. Was this my team? Was this real? Here we are ... (more) After a Bizarro World 1st Quarter, Reality Cross Checks ...
Positives/Negatives from Lions – Seahawks
Positives/Negatives from Lions – Seahawks
churchofschwartz.com — Positives I know triple coverage can not contain Calvin Johnson. Could quadruple coverage? I doubt it. He’s... easily the most talented WR in the NFL currently and before all is said and done, he might be one of the greatest in NFL history. The last 10 years, I’ve had no ... (more) Positives/Negatives from Lions – Seahawks
Twitter / Chris Mortensen: As just reported to ESPN - ...
Twitter / Chris Mortensen: As just reported to ESPN - ...
twitter.com — Loader Twitter.com Login Join Twitter! As just reported to ESPN - and no surprise here - Calvin... Johnson will start for Lions later today in Seattle, unless he hurts it in pregame. 24 minutes ago from web mortreport Chris Mortensen Footer 2009 Twitter ... (more) Twitter / Chris Mortensen: As just reported to ESPN - ...
Quick Update Week 9
Quick Update Week 9
fantasyfootballgab.com — It loos like Calvin Johnson will go. If you are as pessimistic s me please check rotoworld.com... round 12pm to get the scoop. Of course it is complicated this week because DET is playing a 4pm game. So if you have to set your lineup by 1pm this could be dicey. Donald Driver is a go. This is good ... (more) Quick Update Week 9
Lions Release Receiver, Add Tackle
rfor6.blogspot.com — John Niyo is reporting via twitter that the Detroit Lions have released wide receiver John Standeford and... signed defensive tackle Landon Cohen off of their practice squad. Standeford was the Lions fourth receiver with Calvin Johnson injured. Now that Johnson is healthy, the Lions had no need to ... (more) Lions Release Receiver, Add Tackle
Seahawks’ pre-game primer: The gang’s all here!
Seahawks’ pre-game primer: The gang’s all here!
outsidethepressbox.com — For the Seahawks, this is what you might call a makeup game. As in, it’s their chance... to make up ground they have lost in the NFC West since Week 1. Even with five losses in their last six games, the Seahawks are only two games behind Arizona in the West. If the Seahawks can beat Detroit ... (more) Seahawks’ pre-game primer: The gang’s all here!
Technically The Lions Could Be The Worst Team Right Now
Technically The Lions Could Be The Worst Team Right Now
tailgate365.com — They lost to the lowly Rams @ Home. What this says is how much Calvin Johnson impacts... the game. They can’t win a game without him because of the way the defense has to respect him. Kevin Smith hasn’t done much damage on the ground because defenses are focused on him. Stafford ... (more) Technically The Lions Could Be The Worst Team Right Now
Calvin Johnson, Kevin Smith still on schedule to start Sunday
mlive.com — ALLEN PARK -- Detroit Lions receiver Calvin Johnson (knee) and running back Kevin Smith (shoulder) both practiced... today and all indications are that they'll be in the starting lineup on Sunday against the Seahawks. Johnson, who missed the last ... (more) Calvin Johnson, Kevin Smith still on schedule to start ...
Week 9 Injury Updates: Devin Hester, Calvin Johnson, Roddy White, Donald Driver, More
Week 9 Injury Updates: Devin Hester, Calvin Johnson, Roddy White, Donald Driver, More
midwestsportsfans.com — As we do every Friday, let’s roll through the NFL injury report and assess the carnage from... a fantasy perspective. Cardinals-Bears Injuries Devin Hester injury update : Hester has missed two straight days of practice because of an ankle malady. As with Boldin, Hester’s ... (more) Week 9 Injury Updates: Devin Hester, Calvin Johnson, ...
Biggs: Lions to get Johnson back at Seattle
Biggs: Lions to get Johnson back at Seattle
nationalfootballpost.com — Wide receiver practices for 2nd straight day (more) Biggs: Lions to get Johnson back at Seattle
Lions' Calvin Johnson and Kevin Smith both practice
mlive.com — ALLEN PARK -- Detroit Lions receiver Calvin Johnson (knee) practiced for the second straight day and running... back Kevin Smith, who missed Wednesday's workout with a left shoulder injury, also took part in practice today. Lions head coach Jim ... (more) Lions' Calvin Johnson and Kevin Smith both practice
Fantasy Football: Talkin’ About Practice Week 9
Fantasy Football: Talkin’ About Practice Week 9
lesterslegends.com — A look at the injury status of Anquan Boldin, Brian Westbrook, Calvin Johnson, and more.... (more) Fantasy Football: Talkin’ About Practice Week 9
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