Mayhew Defends Choice Not To Take Defensive Player In First Round
In the end, the Lions simply trusted their research.
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In the end, the Lions simply trusted their research.
The Detroit Lions have selected North Carolina tight end Eric Ebron with the No. 10 pick in the NFL draft.
Although NFL mock drafts are fun, entertaining and intriguing they are impossible to get correct because of all the possible trades.
Lewand fully expects that the players Detroit picks today will fit into that "win now" vision and will be able to contribute immediately.
Calvin Johnson, Golden Tate and Sammy Watkins? It seems that it's more and more of a possibility everyday that the Lions will make a move for the standout WR.
Jadeveon Clowney just wants it to be over already.
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Those who would hate to see the Detroit Lions take another wide receiver with their first pick in the NFL draft need to steel themselves for disappointment.
The endless run-up to the NFL Draft nearly ruined it this year; the first round will come to a merciful end on Thursday night.
Watkins, whom some believe could turn out to be the best player in this draft, would help tremendously.
"If you don't have it in three years, you don't have it," Mayhew said. "This is a big year for those guys, I think."
"Besides a punter and a long snapper, we're open to taking just about any position," Mayhew said.
Mayhew said there have been no conversations about trading Ndamukong Suh, save with one team that offered what Mayhew described as "a box of old tube socks."
For all the interest in QBs such as Johnny Football, and all the praise for the deep class of deep-threat receivers, the first player off the board on Thursday in the NFL draft figures to be that most coveted of defenders, the sack master end.
Lou Tepper knew exactly what button he could push to motivate linebacker Khalil Mack in the week leading up to Buffalo's daunting season-opening test against Ohio State last year.
In the estimation of Tony Ortiz, the Lions will most likely not do what Mel Kiper Jr. and Todd McShay have predicted they will do.
Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff has been testing the market for a possible NFL draft-day trade and said Wednesday he won't be reluctant to make a deal.
The NFL says 30 top prospects, including Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel and South Carolina defensive end Jadeveon Clowney, will attend the draft next month in New York.
Quarterback Aaron Murray still has some convincing to do after undergoing reconstructive knee surgery in late November.
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On March 31, Watkins tweeted short references to nine teams, Detroit among them.
The Lions could add more talent to their already solid offensive line by drafting Taylor Lewan.
A 38-year-old woman is facing felony charges after authorities in St. Clair County seized over 80 grams of methamphetamine and other drugs.
Kalel Mullings ran for 92 yards and a career-high three touchdowns, leading Michigan to a 50-6 win over Northwestern on Saturday to make the defending national champions eligible for a bowl.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is hosting public policing and educational events with virtual reality simulators, Narcan demonstrations and more, in an effort to gain trust with the community.
Police in Detroit are investigating after a shooting on a freeway in Detroit that left a vehicle with multiple bullet holes Friday night.
A new state task force will look to address the high rates of violence against Indigenous people in Michigan.
A 71-year-old Oakland County woman has been convicted for her role in a health care kickback scheme that costed Medicare $1.4 million, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Kalel Mullings ran for 92 yards and a career-high three touchdowns, leading Michigan to a 50-6 win over Northwestern on Saturday to make the defending national champions eligible for a bowl.
A Warren police officer has been charged in connection with a deadly crash that killed two men on Sept. 30, according to the Macomb County Sheriff's Office.
A 38-year-old woman is facing felony charges after authorities in St. Clair County seized over 80 grams of methamphetamine and other drugs.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is hosting public policing and educational events with virtual reality simulators, Narcan demonstrations and more, in an effort to gain trust with the community.
Local UAW members claim Stellantis is to blame for roughly 4,000 layoffs this fall, not poor market conditions.
Ford said Wednesday most of the job cuts would come in Germany and would be carried out in consultation with employee representatives.
On average, a 15-gallon tank of gas will cost Michiganders $46, which is $12 less than what they were paying from 2023's highest price in August.
General Motors announced Friday it was laying off nearly 1,000 salaried workers worldwide.
General Motors is laying off about 1,000 workers worldwide, shedding costs as it tries to compete in a crowded global automobile market.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
The 10-day event will feature Racing Day presented by the Detroit Grand Prix on Jan. 17, 2025.
Downtown Detroit will begin to be a lot brighter just in time for the Christmas season.
Tickets go on sale to the general public via Ticketmaster on Tuesday, Nov. 26.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Scott Bessent, the founder of the Connecticut-based hedge fund Key Square Group, had been making a full-court press for the post.
A jury ruled that Walmart must pay a former employee almost $35 million after finding that the retailer defamed him.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza — also known as bird flu — is killing layer hens and reducing the nation's egg supply.
The Universal Service Fund was created by Congress in 1996.
The school district introduced therapy dogs two years ago, and things have gone so well that it decided to add six more dogs.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
CDC data shows rates of Mycoplasma pneumoniae have surged in babies.
A WARN notice says that an agreement between the hospital and the Secretary of Health and Human Services would be terminated because the hospital was not in compliance with some of the Medicare Conditions of Participation.
A number of homes in parts of Metro Detroit are seeing elevated levels of lead in their drinking water, according to officials.
Kalel Mullings ran for 92 yards and a career-high three touchdowns, leading Michigan to a 50-6 win over Northwestern on Saturday to make the defending national champions eligible for a bowl.
Ten days ago, former Red Wings great Pavel Datsyuk was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, and on Thursday, Detroit honored the man nicknamed the "Magic Man."
Lucas Raymond scored with 51 seconds remaining and the Detroit Red Wings beat the New York Islanders 2-1.
The No.1 recruit had been committed to the LSU Tigers since January 2024.
Detroit's Tarik Skubal wins the AL Cy Young Award after leading the Tigers to its first playoff in a decade.
Hackel, the former Macomb County Sheriff, said the results of the 2024 contest are giving him more confidence than ever that he has the right stuff and resumé to be governor.
How did the Democrats lose so many races at once?
In Michigan, the Democrats have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
In Michigan, the Democrats now have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
Both party chairs also talked about the ground game as each looks for independent voters and those who haven't voted in a while they hope to inspire to show up on Nov. 5.
Meteorologist Kylee Miller says Monday is looking to be wet, with snow possible in some parts of Michigan.
Hope United Methodist Church in Southfield is helping people in need with baskets filled with a full Thanksgiving meal.
The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office is hosting public policing and educational events with virtual reality simulators, Narcan demonstrations and more, in an effort to gain trust with the community.
Meteorologists say a mix of snow and rain may be seen in portions of the northeast on Thursday.
Jagger is ready to meet the public. The 3-year-old sloth bear now has access to her outdoor habitat at the Detroit Zoo, less than two weeks after her arrival from the Idaho Falls Zoo.