C.J. Anderson
Injured Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, center, stands on the field before an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Prescott set to return as Cowboys face Miller-less Broncos

By The Associated Press Nov. 04, 2021 01:38 PM EDT

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) talks with referee Walt Anderson (66) in the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
49ers lose in wild finish but end six-year playoff drought

By The Associated Press Dec. 15, 2019 11:27 AM EST

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold (14) celebrates a touchdown against the Washington Redskins during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to add include Darnold, Renfrow

By Frank Stampfl Nov. 19, 2019 12:46 PM EST

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws in the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Detroit, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Lions cut Anderson, Johnson after adding Perkins, Driskel

Sep. 17, 2019 04:28 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (30) celebrates after scoring the winning touchdown during overtime in an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Lions and Chargers hope to learn how to maintain late leads

By Larry Lage Sep. 12, 2019 08:18 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 28, 2018, file photo, Detroit Lions defensive tackle Damon Harrison (98) tackles Seattle Seahawks running back Chris Carson (32) during an NFL football game in Detroit. The Detroit Lions have signed defensive tackle Damon "Snacks" Harrison to an $11 million, one-year extension. The team announced the signing Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Lions Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Aug. 29, 2019 07:35 PM EDT

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford drops back to pass during the first half of the team's NFL preseason football game against the Buffalo Bills in Detroit, Friday, Aug. 23, 2019. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)
Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions 8/23/2019

Aug. 23, 2019 08:25 PM EDT

FILE - In this June 5, 2019, file photo, Detroit Lions defensive end Trey Flowers (90) performs crossovers during NFL football training camp in Allen Park, Mich. The Lions addressed their biggest need in the offseason, signing former New England standout Flowers to a five-year deal. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson, File)
NFL 2019: Lions banking on QB Stafford with no backup plan

By Larry Lage Aug. 22, 2019 12:03 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, file photo, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff (16) hands the ball to Todd Gurley (30) during an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, in Los Angeles. The Rams enter the 2019 season as favorites again with Goff and Gurley leading a dynamic offense and Aaron Donald anchoring the defense. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)
Rams Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Aug. 22, 2019 12:00 PM EDT

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws a pass against the Detroit Lions during the first half of an NFL preseason football game Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Detroit Lions at Houston Texans 8/17/2019

Aug. 17, 2019 08:14 PM EDT

FILE - In a Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018 file photo, Detroit Lions' Theo Riddick runs during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, in Green Bay, Wis. The Detroit Lions have released running back Theo Riddick after six seasons with the team. Coach Matt Patricia announced the move Saturday, July 27, 2019 while confirming the signing of defensive lineman Mike Daniels. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)
Lions release running back Theo Riddick after 6 seasons

By Noah Trister Jul. 27, 2019 09:21 AM EDT

After whirlwind 2018 season, Anderson moves on to Detroit

By Noah Trister Jul. 26, 2019 05:31 PM EDT
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — C.J. Anderson has played in three Super Bowls and won one, the type of success that might feel like a different galaxy to Detroit fans. ...

Lions Training Camp Capsule

By The Associated Press Jul. 22, 2019 11:48 AM EDT
DETROIT LIONS (6-10) OPEN CAMP: July 24, Allen Park, Michigan LAST YEAR: First-year coach Matt Patricia lost seven of last 10 games,...

Rams Training Camp Capsule

By The Associated Press Jul. 22, 2019 11:46 AM EDT
LOS ANGELES RAMS (15-4) OPEN CAMP: July 27, UC Irvine, Irvine, California. LAST YEAR: Reached first Super Bowl in 17 years to cap...

This Aug. 22, 2018, photo provided by the University of Washington shows Taylor Rapp. Rapp is a possible pick in the 2019 NFL Draft.(Scott Eklund/University of Washington via AP)
Tradin' Rams pick Gurley backup, bolster defense after deals

By Greg Beacham Apr. 26, 2019 09:40 PM EDT

Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after the Detroit Lions selected Hockenson in the first round at the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 25, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
Lions select Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson with No. 8 pick

By Larry Lage Apr. 25, 2019 09:27 PM EDT

Lions Draft Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Apr. 18, 2019 11:41 AM EDT
8. DETROIT (6-10) LAST SEASON: Detroit dropped seven of its last 10 games under first-year coach Matt Patricia, reaching double digits in losses for...

FILE - In this Dec. 16, 2018, file photo Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley runs against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half in an NFL football game in Los Angeles. Gurley still is not shedding much light on the injured knee that limited him down the stretch with the Rams. He was in camp for the opening of the Rams’ offseason program Monday, April 15, 2019, in their first team activities since their Super Bowl loss to New England. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)
LA Rams' Todd Gurley not saying much about health of knee

By Greg Beacham Apr. 15, 2019 05:53 PM EDT

Lions sign Rams playoff standout running back C.J. Anderson

Apr. 05, 2019 03:02 PM EDT
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions have signed free agent running back C.J. Anderson, who made big plays for the Rams after being acquired late last season. ...

Detroit Lions sign LA Rams RB Malcolm Brown to offer sheet

Mar. 19, 2019 10:09 PM EDT
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Rams running back Malcolm Brown has signed an offer sheet from the Detroit Lions. The Rams confirmed the move...