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Carolina Panthers number one draft pick quarterback Bryce Young signs autographs after arriving at their NFL football stadium on Friday, April 28, 2023, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Panthers draft focused on upgrading sagging passing game

By Steve Reed Apr. 29, 2023 06:56 PM EDT

FILE - Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones (11) runs carries the ball as Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Eric Wilson (50) and cornerback Jeff Gladney (20) chase in the first half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Detroit. The free agent receiver could not resist an opportunity to play in Detroit again for a franchise that suddenly has a favorable impression around the league. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski, File)
Marvin Jones back to play for an improved Detroit Lions team

By Larry Lage Apr. 05, 2023 07:41 PM EDT

Panthers agree to deal with receiver DJ Chark

Mar. 24, 2023 06:16 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have agreed to a deal with free-agent wide receiver DJ Chark, the team said Friday. The 26-year-old Chark,...

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Wednesday, March 1, 2023. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Lions likely looking for help on defense in free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2023 05:26 PM EST

Detroit Lions' DJ Chark celebrates his touchdown reception during the first half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Roaring Lions look to keep playoff hopes alive vs. Jets

By The Associated Press Dec. 15, 2022 02:10 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell watches during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Goff helps surging Lions beat division-leading Vikings 34-23

By Larry Lage Dec. 11, 2022 04:43 PM EST

Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams looks towards the fans after scoring a 1-yard touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Lions finally winning the turnover battle and winning games

By Dave Hogg Dec. 05, 2022 07:34 PM EST

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) is sacked by Detroit Lions linebacker James Houston (59) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Goff's 340 yards and 2 TDs help Lions rout Jaguars 40-14

By Larry Lage Dec. 04, 2022 04:15 PM EST

Detroit Lions punter Jack Fox (3) cheers as place kicker Michael Badgley ties the game during the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Lions can't get a stop late as 3-game win streak ends

By Dave Hogg Nov. 24, 2022 06:01 PM EST

Chicago Bears linebacker Jack Sanborn (57) sacks Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) during the second half of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Giants look for 8th win as they host improving Lions

By Tom Canavan Nov. 17, 2022 05:45 PM EST

Lions WR St. Brown ruled out against Cowboys with concussion

Oct. 23, 2022 02:45 PM EDT
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Detroit Lions receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown has been ruled out in the first half against the Dallas Cowboys because of a concussion. ...

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) embraces New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe, right, following an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Prescott set for return as Cowboys seek bounce back vs Lions

By The Associated Press Oct. 20, 2022 02:59 PM EDT

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) speaks with New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) after the Patriots beat the Lions in an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Lions' offense crashes to surface in shutout by Patriots

By Kyle Hightower Oct. 09, 2022 06:51 PM EDT

New England Patriots linebacker Matthew Judon, left, sacks Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff, center, during the first half an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)
Stevenson, Patriots' D back Zappe in 29-0 win over Lions

By Kyle Hightower Oct. 09, 2022 04:15 PM EDT

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, center, scratches his head on the sidelines next to senior football advisor/offense Matt Patricia, right, in the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)
Lions' No. 1 offense hoping to pounce on reeling Patriots

By The Associated Press Oct. 06, 2022 01:34 PM EDT

Detroit Lions tight end T.J. Hockenson (88), defended by Seattle Seahawks safety Ryan Neal (26), catches a 4-yard pass for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Lions looking for a fix for the team's defensive woes

Oct. 03, 2022 05:33 PM EDT

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell signals from the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Geno Smith, Rashaad Penny star as Seahawks beat Lions 48-45

By Larry Lage Oct. 02, 2022 04:46 PM EDT

Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce (31) runs for a gain against the Chicago Bears during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 4

By Brandon Gdula Sep. 28, 2022 04:19 PM EDT

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) runs with the ball past Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson (27) during the second half of an NFL football game Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 3

By Brandon Gdula Sep. 21, 2022 01:59 PM EDT

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) celebrates a touchdown with running back D'Andre Swift (32) during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Lions offense off to fast start through two games

Sep. 19, 2022 07:53 PM EDT