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Lions coach Jim Schwartz stands by plan that only players who perform will see action
Lions coach Jim Schwartz stands by plan that only players who perform will see action
Schwartz removed several players from the lineup and inserted others to try to find a winning combination in the first six games of the season. He says that won't change when the Lions return from their bye week.
You may have not seen the Lions game, but you probably felt it
You may have not seen the Lions game, but you probably felt it
detroit4lyfe.com — If you live in Detroit, this is the Lions game you didn't see today: Yes, the Lions... were blacked out again in Detroit, but you probably felt this: This was like sifting through a pile of poop. Lions lost to the formerly known as 0-7 Rams. I'm still trying to decide if it ... (more) You may have not seen the Lions game, but you probably ...
Washington Redskins fans are sounding awfully similar to Detroit Lions fans
Washington Redskins fans are sounding awfully similar to Detroit Lions fans
blog.mlive.com — Redskins fans are contemplating rooting against their own team. Is it warranted, Lions fans?... (more) Washington Redskins fans are sounding awfully similar to ...
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Tuesday Notes: Rams Will Be Down Three Starters on Sunday
Pride Of Detroit — ... the practice field.  If he doesn't practice, then that would be very telling about his health. The Rams are also banged up, and they will be without three of their regular starters on Sunday.  Two of them -- cornerback Bradley Fletcher and long snapper Chris Massey -- are out for the season.  Guard Richie Incognito isn't out for the season, but he will miss Sunday's game because of a ligament injury in his right foot. Vinny Ciurciu has been all over the practice field. Brandon Pettigrew realizes that he needs to ...

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