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Redskins Slam Lions 43-3 in DC

The Lions lost to the Redskins, 34-3, extending their streak to 21-games without a road win over Washington.  Detroit’s top-rated passing attack managed only 76 yards while quarterback Jon Kitna threw two interceptions and was sacked five times.  Coach Rod Marinelli called it a team loss and said he was disappointed because the Lions have [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Oct 08 2007

4th Quarter History Leads Lions to 37-27 Win

The Lions improved to 3-and-1 on the season with a 37-27 victory over the Chicago Bears at Ford Field.  Detroit scored an NFL record 34 fourth quarter points in the win.  The Lions’ defense picked off Chicago quarterback Brian Griese three times, returning one for a touchdown and defensive tackle Shaun Rogers blocked a field [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Oct 01 2007

Lions Smashed by Eagles 56-21 in Philly

The Lions lost their bid for a 3-and-0 start, falling 56-21 to the Eagles in Philadelphia.  The Detroit defense gave up 473 yards and 42 points in the first half alone.  Quarterback Jon Kitna threw for 446 yards, two touchdowns and an interception, while receiver Roy Williams had nine catches for 204 yards and a [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Sep 24 2007

Lions 2-0 After OT Win Over Vikings

The Lions defeated the Minnesota Vikings 20-17 in overtime to win their home opener at Ford Field.  Quarterback Jon Kitna suffered a concussion in the second quarter and left the game, but returned in the fourth quarter and led the game-winning drive in overtime, capped by Jason Hanson’s 37-yard field goal.  Detroit snapped a 10-game [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Sep 17 2007

Lions Fall in Final Preseason Tune-up 16-13

J.T. O’Sullivan got a chance to shine on the preseason stage for the Lions on Thursday night, as Buffalo topped Detroit 16-13 at Ford Field to wrap up the Lions preseason at 2-2. O’Sullivan played the whole game under center, going 15-for-26 for 175 yards and a touchdown. He spread the ball to [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Aug 31 2007

Positives Abound for Lions in Win over Cleveland

You have to have some positive thoughts about the Lions after watching their 23-20 win over the Cleveland Browns on Saturday night in Cleveland. Despite it being only the preseason, the Lions look a lot sharper, a lot more crisp, and are already playing what what seems to be a lot more determination that [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Aug 19 2007

Lions Top Cincy 27-26 in Preseason Opener

Calvin Johnson caught both of his passes just before halftime, and Detroit made a rousing fourth-quarter comeback long after he exited the game, as the Lions downed Cincinnati, 27-26, in the preseason opener for both clubs at Ford Field. The game was still in doubt until Shayne Graham, who had converted on four earlier field [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Aug 10 2007