The Vikings announced the deal on Friday. The five-year veteran started 69 games for the Lions, including 48 at left tackle and 14 at right tackle.
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After a couple visits, Penn State feels ‘like home’ for four-star recruit Isheem Young
Isheem Young, of Imhotep Charter, runs the ball in for a touchdown during their PIAA Class 4A state championship game against Cathedral Prep at Hershey Park Stadium, Dec. 8, 2016. , linebacker Jake Cooper , linebacker Joe DuMond , defensive end Shareef Miller and cornerback John Reid all have ties to Philadelphia schools.
Penn State Football Coaches Wear Singlets to Congratulate Wrestling Team
James Franklin and the Penn State football coaching staff donned Nittany Lion singlets to congratulate Penn State wrestling on its dual championship victory. Photo via James Franklin on Twitter The Penn State wrestling team won the NWCA Dual Championship on Sunday , erasing a 13-0 deficit to defeat Oklahoma State, 27-13, and finish the season undefeated for a second consecutive year.
Penn State Thon 2017: Explorers program gives football players a chance to give back to some of their biggest fans
Penn State football’s Lasch Building was turned into a game-playing, fun-loving paradise for about 20 Thon families on Saturday afternoon. About 40 of head coach James Franklin’s players took part in the annual Explorers program, which brings families in for a roughly two hour tour of the football building with stops in the team meeting room, coaches areas, and the weight room.
Is there more to Penn State’s 2017 NFL draft class than wideout Chris Godwin and defensive end Garrett Sickels?
Penn State returns most of its starters from the 2016 team that won the Big Ten title. There were only a handful of seniors on the Nittany Lions and one junior wideout who are now eligible for the 2017 NFL draft.
With CFL free-agent period set to begin, here’s a look at some players to watch
Calgary Stampeders offensive lineman Derek Dennis poses backstage after being named Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman at the CFL Awards held in Toronto on Thursday, November 24, 2016. The CFL’s free-agent period begins at noon ET on Tuesday.
Should the Detroit Lions Draft Dalvin Cook if Available?
It’s still too early to talk about the 2017 NFL Draft as we haven’t even gotten to the NFL Combine yet, but let’s face it, it’s never really too early to spark some debate. The Detroit Lions have many needs to address this offseason.
How Dallas’ Mickey Ashmore became the ‘slipper whisperer’ with his Turkish Sabah shoes
Cinderella’s work ethic was certainly virtuous. But that fairytale was all about slipping into footwear and recognizing the “benevolessence” of life.
Penn State Football Morning Briefing: Big Recruits Signed, Franklin Continues Recruiting, and More
The most recent Penn State football news links once again have a big focus on recruiting. Fresh off closing out the 2017 class on National Signing Day, head coach James Franklin and his staff continued to work.
James Franklin Talks 2017 Recruiting Class
All the hard work and time on the road paid off for James Franklin and his Penn State staff on National Signing Day. The Nittany Lions inked another strong class, currently ranked No.
Profiles in ineptitude: 4 teams that have yet to appear in a Super Bowl
On Sunday, the New England Patriots will make their franchise’s ninth Super Bowl appearance – the most of any NFL team. It will be the team’s seventh appearance in the last 15 years, which underscores the consistency they have achieved under coach Bill Belichick and star quarterback Tom Brady.
Profiles in ineptitude: 4 teams that have yet to appear in a Super Bowl
On Sunday, the New England Patriots will make their franchise’s ninth Super Bowl appearance – the most of any NFL team. It will be the team’s seventh appearance in the last 15 years, which underscores the consistency they have achieved under coach Bill Belichick and star quarterback Tom Brady.
Penn State Football Recruiting: National Signing Day 2017 Tracker, Live Stream
With National Signing Day here it is time to stop the projecting and finally see how Penn State’s 2017 recruiting class shapes up. The Nittany Lions appear to once again have a top-20 class furthering the reputation of head coach James Franklin as a master recruiter.
NFL great Calvin Johnson makes way to Upstate to announce 2017 Limestone football signing class
Former NFL standout Calvin Johnson will make an appearance in Gaffney, SC to help his former Detroit Lions teammate and current Limestone College Head Football Coach Mike Furrey announce his first signing class. The 2017 signing class announcement will be made during the Limestone Football National Signing Day Show.
Lions’ Matt Prater hits all three kicks in Pro Bowl
Detroit Lions kicker Matt Prater was the only Lions player to reach the Pro Bowl after the team’s – wildcard season. Matt Prater was given a few opportunities as the NFC’s kicker in Sunday’s all-star game and delivered each time.
Penn State Football: The Ultimate Primer on Matt Limegrover & How He Works With Joe Moorhead
Penn State assistant coaches Joe Moorhead and Matt Limegrover in Los Angeles, a few days before the Rose Bowl. So says Ryan Bates, a first-year starter at both guard and offensive tackle for the Nittany Lions in 2016.
Lions Fail to Clinch Playoff Spot; Fall to Cowboys in Dallas 42-21
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Detroit Lions 2016 review: Defensive backs better than numbers show
Lions cornerback Darius Slay had a solid 2016 but was hurt by injuries, a common theme for a mostly impressive Detroit defensive back group. (Mike Mulholland The Detroit Lions have wrapped up the 2016 season.
O’HARA: Lions’ tough finish ‘eye-opening’ for Quinn
The final numbers helped tell the story on where the Lions stood at the finish of the 2016 season, and the way they added up in the standings told Bob Quinn that there is still a lot of work to do. The final numbers helped tell the story on where the Detroit Lions stood at the finish of the 2016 season, and the way they added up in the standings told Bob Quinn that there is still a lot of work to do after his first season as the team’s general manager.
Cold-Footed Commits: Players Who Could Flip Before Signing Day
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Lions were capable of entertaining, just not contending
Remember when Darius Slay stole back the ball against Philadelphia? And Matthew Stafford rifled that touchdown pass to Anquan Boldin against Washington? Or when Matt Prater hit that 58-yarder as time expired in Minnesota? And then Golden Tate flipped into the end zone in overtime? They came back to win eight games in the fourth quarter or overtime, an NFL record. Their odds of doing that were more than 1 in 32 billion.
Richardson shows the flash in Seattle’s romp of Detroit
With the emergence of Doug Baldwin, the arrival of Tyler Lockett and a list of injuries that slowed his development, Paul Richardson was seemingly forgotten as one of the pass catching options for the Seattle Seahawks. Richardson’s acrobatic 2-yard touchdown reception was the beginning of Seattle’s 26-6 romp over Detroit in the NFC wild card game on Saturday night, sending the Seahawks into an anticipated matchup with the Atlanta Falcons.
Rawls, Seahawks run past Lions
Seattle advanced to an NFC Divisional Playoff game at Atlanta after winning its 10th consecutive home postseason contest. The Seahawks haven’t lost a postseason game at home since 2005.
Lions vs. Seahawks: Odds, TV Schedule, Predictions for 2017 NFC Wild Card
It’s not a good sign when the Cleveland Browns have won a playoff game more recently than your team, but that’s the situation the Detroit Lions are in. Barry Sanders and the Lions made the 1991 NFC Championship Game, and they haven’t reigned victorious in the postseason since.
NFL: Wild-card round gets going as drive to Super Bowl begins
This is the fourth time the Texans have opened the playoffs as the early game on Saturday. And the Raiders have returned to the postseason after a lengthy absence, but are starting a rookie at quarterback.
The Lions must avoid the Seahawks’ famous playoff quakes
You know how it happens. You can see it building when it does: The ball arrives in space to one of those special Seattle Seahawks, the ones whose jerseys smatter their sold-out home crowd.
After lackluster finish, Seahawks host Lions in NFC playoffs
Former Seattle Seahawks quarterback Dave Krieg, center, raises a Seahawks 12 flag on the roof of the Space Needle, Friday, Jan. 6, 2017, in Seattle. The Seahawks will host the Detroit Lions Saturday in an NFL football NFC wild card playoff football game.
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers reacts on the bench after …
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers reacts on the bench after an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, in Detroit. The Packers defeated the Lions 31-24.
Rodgers-led Packers beat Lions 31-24 to win NFC North
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers stiff arms Detroit Lions defensive tackle A’Shawn Robinson during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, in Detroit. Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers stiff arms Detroit Lions defensive tackle A’Shawn Robinson during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, in Detroit.
Strong finish: No. 5 Penn St, No. 9 USC roll into Rose Bowl
To continue reading up to 10 premium articles, you must register , or sign up and take advantage of this exclusive offer: Southern California’s Zach Banner, left, and Sam Darnold take a spin on the Luigi’s Rollickin’ Roadsters ride at Disney California Adventure on Tuesday in Anaheim, Calif. USC plays Penn State in the Rose Bowl on Monday.
Thousands of Penn Staters Gather for Rose Bowl Pep Rally
Penn State linebacker great Michael Mauti energizes the crowd at the Penn State Rose Bowl pep rally Sunday afternoon in downtown Los Angeles. Photo: Alex Bauer/Onward State More than 10,000 Nittany fans poured into the LA Live complex in downtown Los Angeles on Sunday afternoon for the official Penn State pep rally ahead of Monday’s Rose Bowl matchup with USC.
Down to the wire: Lions-Packers will decide NFC North
It’s not the biggest game in the history of Ford Field, though it’s probably the biggest that’s actually involved the Detroit Lions . Motown’s new football stadium opened in 2002, and since then it has hosted a Super Bowl and a Final Four.
Before arriving at Penn State, James Franklin needed a couch to crash on in East Stroudsburg
His alma mater, East Stroudsburg, has a knack for helping kick-start careers on the sideline — by coach Denny Douds’ estimation, seven current NFL assistants had early stops with the Warriors. And Franklin knew he wanted to spend time on East Stroudsburg’s staff after graduation, Douds said.
Cowboys rout Lions as Bryant catches two TD passes and throws one
With home-field advantage already wrapped up, the Cowboys didn’t let up in their seventh straight home win while matching their franchise record in victories, reached two other times. The biggest sign they were serious about this one came late in the third quarter, when Bryant took a reverse pitch from Dak Prescott and tucked the ball as if planning to run before pulling up and tossing a lefty lob to Jason Witten for an easy 10-yard score and a 35-21 lead.
NFL TV schedule: What time, channel is Detroit Lions vs. Dallas…
NFL TV schedule: What time, channel is Detroit Lions vs. Dallas Cowboys ; live stream, how to watch online. Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott and Tony Romo warm up before an NFL football game against the New York Giants in East Rutherford, N.J. The Cowboys play the Detroit Lions on Monday, Dec. 26, 2016.
Detroit Lions not named Matthew Stafford that Cowboys fans should be wary of
Matt Mosley, contributor to SportsDayDFW.com and columnist for Texas Monthly, answered your questions in a chat Friday. Here are some highlights.
Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford sports a new glove at practice
The Detroit Lions quarterback was sporting a white version of the one-fingered glove he wore to protect his middle digit in a 17-6 loss Sunday against the New York Giants. The old one was designed especially for rain, whereas this one is better suited for indoors.
Week 16 predix: Giants in a big spot
All but one game this weekend has postseason ramifications tied to it. Yet, before getting you knee-deep into the schedule, I must get a small gripe off my football chest.
Detroit Lions replay: 10 observations from the 17-6 loss to the Giants
When Detroit Lions cornerback Darius Slay departed Sunday’s game against the New York Giants, New York receiver Odell Beckham Jr. became a wrinkle that was difficult to scheme against. ALLEN PARK — Here are 10 thoughts on the Detroit Lions’ 17-6 loss to the New York Giants after going back over the coaches’ film of the game: 1. The Lions weren’t ready to play this game at the level they’d need to to beat another playoff team in its building.
Lions, Cowboys chase division titles in Stafford homecoming
Lions clinch NFC North with win and Green Bay loss or tie or tie and Green Bay loss. There’s also scenario where Lions clinch playoff berth with loss.