Tim Boyle
FILE - Seattle Seahawks defensive end Quinton Jefferson (77) reacts after a sack against the New York Jets in an NFL football game Jan. 1, 2023, in Seattle. The New York Jets signed former Seahawks defensive lineman Jefferson, Thursday, April 6, 2023, helping fill one of the team's biggest needs. (AP Photo/Jeff Lewis, File)
Jets sign DL Quinton Jefferson, backup QB Tim Boyle

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 06, 2023 06:32 PM EDT

FILE - Detroit Lions quarterback Tim Boyle (12) throws over Indianapolis Colts linebacker Sterling Weatherford (55) during an NFL football game Aug. 20, 2022, in Indianapolis. The New York Jets signed Boyle, Thursday, April 6, 2023, to a one-year contract to serve as a backup with experience playing in offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett's system. (AP Photo/Zach Bolinger, File)
Jets sign QB Boyle, Rodgers' former backup with Packers

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 06, 2023 04:51 PM EDT

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) runs against the Chicago Bears during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Fields' status for Bears still in question with Packers next

By Andrew Seligman Nov. 30, 2022 06:36 PM EST

New York Jets wide receiver Elijah Moore (8) runs the ball against Chicago Bears safety Eddie Jackson (4) during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Bears safety Jackson to miss rest of season with foot injury

Nov. 30, 2022 03:14 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Sam Ehlinger (4) scrambles against the Detroit Lions during first half of an NFL preseason football game in Indianapolis, Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)
Igwebuike's late TD, 2-point stop lead Lions past Indy 27-26

By Michael Marot Aug. 20, 2022 04:21 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder (4) scrambles during the second half of a preseason NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Friday, Aug. 12, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Ridder leads Falcons to late victory over Lions 27-23

By Dave Hogg Aug. 12, 2022 09:21 PM EDT

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff throws during an NFL football practice in Allen Park, Mich., Saturday, July 30, 2022. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Backups will continue QB battle in Lions preseason opener

Aug. 10, 2022 04:13 PM EDT

Oregon's Kayvon Thibodeaux participates in a drill during Oregon's football pro day Friday, April 1, 2022, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Andy Nelson)
Lions expected to take top defensive player on board at No 2

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 11:50 AM EDT

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, March 1, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Lions re-sign backup quarterbacks Tim Boyle and David Blough

Mar. 22, 2022 06:40 PM EDT

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, March 1, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
AP source: Lions agree to terms with Tracy Walker, Tim Boyle

By Larry Lage Mar. 14, 2022 03:40 PM EDT

Detroit Lions quarterback Tim Boyle reacts on the field during the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Aaron Rodgers-led Packers facing Lions for reward, not risks

By Larry Lage Jan. 06, 2022 06:24 PM EST

Detroit Lions offensive tackle Penei Sewell (58) looks over quarterback Jared Goff during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Lon Horwedel)
Packers plan to start stars against Lions despite no stakes

By The Associated Pres Jan. 06, 2022 02:03 PM EST

Detroit Lions wide receiver Trinity Benson, left, sits on the bench during the second half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)
Lions struggle toward finish line with what's left of roster

By Dave Hogg Jan. 03, 2022 06:52 PM EST

Detroit Lions Amon-Ra St. Brown comes down in front of Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Bryan Mone (90) with a reception for a two-point conversion during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Rookie St. Brown is bright spot for Lions in loss to Seattle

By Tim Booth Jan. 02, 2022 10:23 PM EST

Detroit Lions during head coach Dan Campbell talks on his headset during the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)
Penny, Metcalf lead Seahawks to 51-29 blowout of Lions

By Tim Booth Jan. 02, 2022 07:52 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson passes during warmups before an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Detroit Lions at Seattle Seahawks 1/2/2022

Jan. 02, 2022 03:13 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow celebrates after the Bengals defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 34-31 in an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
The Latest: Four teams vying for final two NFC playoff spots

By The Associated Press Jan. 02, 2022 11:58 AM EST

Seattle Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny (20) points skyward after scoring a touchdown against the Chicago Bears during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Seahawks host Lions in home finale with changes likely ahead

By Tim Booth Dec. 30, 2021 07:09 PM EST

New York Giants' Mike Glennon passes during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Analysis: Omicron looms ominously over NFL's playoff races

By Arnie Stapleton Dec. 28, 2021 02:49 AM EST

Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams (30) is hit by Atlanta Falcons inside linebacker Foye Oluokun (54) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Campbell hopes to take more winning risks going forward

By Dave Hogg Dec. 27, 2021 06:21 PM EST