
DETROIT - The Detroit Lions signed 2013 first-round draft pick DE Ezekiel Ansah(5th overall) to a 5-year contract. The Detroit Lions open their rookie camp with all nine of its draft picks signed. Additional contract terms were not disclosed. “This is not the first practice we’ve had with Ziggy Ansah” and “We knew what to expect from him athletically,” [...]

DETROIT — The Lions announced that they have claimed LB Cory Greenwood and G Derek Hardman off waivers. LB Cory Greenwood came to the Detroit Lions after spending the last three seasons with the NFL Kansas City Chiefs. LB Cory Greenwood forced fumble for the Kansas City Chiefs and Greenwood appeared in all 48 games and recorded 34 tackles (29 solo). G Derek Hardman came to the Detroit Lions after [...]

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions announced that they have signed WR Cody Wilson from Central Michigan. The Rochester Hills, Michigan native played big when Central Michigan defeated Western Kentucky during the ‘Little Caesars Pizza Bowl‘ in Detroit Michigan at Ford Field in front of 23,310 energetic fans. Cody Wilson had 10 receptions for a total of 101 receiving yards [...]

DETROIT – Lions General Manager Martin Mayhew and Head Coach Jim Schwartz was impressed with Southeast Conference players during the Senior bowl. The lasting impressions on the Lions staff was reflected during the Detroit Lions 2013 NFL draft selections. The Detroit Lions drafted four players during the 2013 NFL draft from the Southeast Conference. In the 2nd round, the Detroit Lions drafted CB [...]

DETROIT – The Detroit Lions will hold a press conference on Friday to introduce 2013 first-round draft pick DE Ezekiel Ansah, the franchises 5th overall selection. The selection for 2013 first-round draft pick DE Ezekiel Ansah was made by Hall of Fame RB Barry Sanders, who will be the face for the cover of the Madden NFL 25. “This is a [...]

DETROIT —The Detroit Lions are hosting Lions Draft Fan Fest at Ford Field, Friday, April 26 from 5-8 p.m. The free event will be highlighted by the introduction of the Lions’ 2013 first-round draft pick and is open to the general public (no ticket required). In addition to a special appearance by the team’s 2013 No. 1 [...]

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions are hosting the inaugural Taste of the Lions at Ford Field Tuesday, May 7, 2013. The strolling wine and food event features 22 of Metro Detroit’s top restaurants and an opportunity to meet the 2013 Detroit Lions. Lions players – including QB Matthew Stafford and WR Calvin Johnson – along with coaches and alumni will [...]

DETROIT – The Detroit Lions announced their full and the defending Super Bowl Champions Baltimore Ravens will travel to Ford Field on Monday, December 16th during Monday Night Football. QB Joe Flacco was named MVP of Super Bowl XLVII after he completed 22/33 passes for a total of 287 passing yards and 3 TD’s and RB Ray Rice rushed for 59 [...]

DETROIT – The Detroit Lions have signed unrestricted free agent DT C.J. Mosley after he spent the past three seasons with the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Detroit Lions announced their 2013 Preseason Schedule. “It’s time,” Jason Hanson said. Jason Hanson announced that he is retiring after 21 seasons with the Detroit Lions. Jason Hanson ranks 1st in every statistical category [...]

DETROIT — While at the University of Michigan, Jeff Backus started 49-straight games[1997-2000] and he got his first start in a University of Michigan football uniform in the 1997 season (September 13, 1997 vs. Colorado) and had never missed a start since. “To my dad, you set the standards I live by,” Jeff Backus said. Jeff Backus ended his college career [...]