Johnson proves to be a catch for Lions
msnbc.msn.com 8/10/2007 — Calvin Johnson shrugged his shoulders when asked about the only two passes thrown his way, both of which he caught, giving a glimpse of what’s to come from the No. 2 pick in the NFL draft. Johnson had two receptions for 45 yards late in the first half to set up a score and the Detroit Lions rallied late to beat the Cincinnati Bengals 27-26 on Thursday night in the exhibition opener for both ...

Lions can win, but Johnson, offense will have to lead
freep.com 8/10/2007 — On Johnson's first play, the Lions ran the ball. Another time, Johnson missed a block -- or, to put it more accurately, the Lions ran to his side of the field and he tried to squeeze between two Bengals, like you or I might try to squeeze into a crowded elevator.

Kenny Irons' Injury Could Be 'Significant'
sports.aol.com 8/10/2007 — Cincinnati Uh-oh. The worst news of the Bengals 27-26 loss to the Lions was a knee injury suffered by rookie running back Kenny Irons . After a 7-yd run, Irons limped off the field and then carted off to the locker room. Lewis told reporters after the game it's a significant knee injury and there will an MRI tomorrow. The fear of course, is

Your Morning Johnson Fix
teninches.blogspot.com 8/10/2007 — Johnsons Chad, Calvin, Rudi and Doug. Under one roof, for one night. Well...at least Doug, as he likely won't see much time this season.

Kenny Irons Is Done For The Season
sports.aol.com 8/10/2007 — Cincinnati The Bengals got horrible news when an MRI revealed that rookie RB Kenny Irons tore the ACL in his left knee and will be out for the season . Irons, a second-rounder out of Auburn, had been one of the stars of the preseason in jetting to 64 yards on 10 carries in last week's intrasquad scrimmage. And flashing perimeter speed