DETROIT – The Detroit Lions' defensive linemen said the insults didn't make a difference, but there's no doubt they heard what Green Bay Packers guard Josh Sitton had to say. Coach Jim Schwartz poked fun at Sitton's remarks in a team meeting Wednesday
Lions 24, Packers 10 (9:08 remaining): Detroit puts together a balanced and mistake-free drive to increase their lead to 14. Calvin Johnson – minus one drop in the end zone – was phenomenal on the drive, ripping off catches for 19 yards, 12 yards, and
When the Detroit defensive line plays like it did Thursday — with 16 tackles, seven quarterback hits, five sacks, two fumble recoveries, one forced fumble and a safety — the Lions can be one of the top teams in the NFL. The pressure Detroit's front
Allen Park, Mich. • Nate Burleson caught a touchdown pass in his first game back from an arm injury, then held the ball aloft like it was a freshly made pizza. “I buckled my seatbelt
What it means: After two losses in which the Lions gave up fourth-quarter leads and a week during which their future seemed tenuous, Detroit played its best, most complete game of the season Thursday against Green Bay. The offense put up 38 points.
Lions pounce on Packers, end Thanksgiving losing skid
