Lions Lions RB David Montgomery is set to make his return from a knee injury for the NFC Divisional Round game against the Commanders. He’s ecstatic to be back with the team and contribute toward their playoff run. “It’s refreshing,” Montgomery said, via Eric Woodyard of ESPN. “Kind of to be back in the position… Continue reading NFC Notes: Lions, David Montgomery, Packers, Vikings, Kevin O’Connell Extension
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Vikings’ collapse vs. Lions, Rams makes need for interior O-line help frustratingly clear
EAGAN, Minn. — It’s always wild how quickly an NFL season can end. The train hums for 18 weeks and then screeches to a halt. There is no warning, no alert telling us what’s about to happen. Only the abrupt finality and then the quick shift of the gaze to the future. This is where… Continue reading Vikings’ collapse vs. Lions, Rams makes need for interior O-line help frustratingly clear
NFC Notes: Dan Campbell, Matt LaFleur, Lions, Packers, Vikings
Lions Lions HC Dan Campbell was asked how his team will handle their current situation, given that the expectation is for them to come away with a Super Bowl. “We’ve had attention for four years here,” Campbell said, via Pro Football Talk. “I mean, there’s been more stuff that’s been made out, that’s been built… Continue reading NFC Notes: Dan Campbell, Matt LaFleur, Lions, Packers, Vikings
Who will the Detroit Lions play in the Division Round of the playoffs?
On Sunday, the NFC half of the playoff bracket will finally get underway with two of the three Wild Card matchups. The Detroit Lions, who earned a first-round bye after their win over the Minnesota Vikings, get to watch the action from home. What happens on Sunday could decide who the Lions will play next… Continue reading Who will the Detroit Lions play in the Division Round of the playoffs?
Report: NFL to consider changing playoff format after Lions, Vikings race
This year, the Minnesota Vikings made history in the wrong way, becoming the first ever 14-win team to lose their division and have to go on the road in the first round of the playoffs. While they have no one to blame but themselves—they lost to the division-winning Detroit Lions twice—the NFL is reportedly considering… Continue reading Report: NFL to consider changing playoff format after Lions, Vikings race
NFC Notes: Alex Anzalone, Xavier McKinney, Lions, Packers, Vikings
Lions Lions LB Alex Anzalone highly praised GM Brad Holmes for putting together a strong defense last offseason and believes they could be playing cleaner. “[GM] Brad [Holmes] and his staff, first of all, have done a good job trying to piece together personnel to put a quality defense on the field,” Anzalone said, via… Continue reading NFC Notes: Alex Anzalone, Xavier McKinney, Lions, Packers, Vikings
Lions coach Dan Campbell gave Rams bulletin board material ahead of Vikings game
When Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell offered up a message to Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell following their winner-take-all Week 18 contest that saw Detroit win the No. 1 seed in the conference, Campbell inadvertently gave the Los Angeles Rams some bulletin board material. The Lions notched a convincing 31-9 victory over the… Continue reading Lions coach Dan Campbell gave Rams bulletin board material ahead of Vikings game
NFC Notes: Lions, Ben Johnson, Aaron Glenn, Brian Flores, Vikings
Lions Lions DB Ifeatu Melifonwu talked about his “frustrating” season that saw him deal with a host of injuries. “It was very frustrating,” Melifonwu said, via the team’s website. “Very frustrating battling the injury and coming back and starting my return to play and having a fluke injury keep me out again. I knew I… Continue reading NFC Notes: Lions, Ben Johnson, Aaron Glenn, Brian Flores, Vikings
Vikings’ Star’s Partners Share Horror Experience at Ford Field in Loss to Dan Campbell’s Lions
It was the season finale between the divisional rivals fighting for the top spot in the conference. Minnesota Vikings vs Detroit Lions! Not only the players but even the fans were pumped up. The Vikes wanted revenge at Ford Field while the home team needed a victory to finish with 1st seed in the NFC.… Continue reading Vikings’ Star’s Partners Share Horror Experience at Ford Field in Loss to Dan Campbell’s Lions
Lions, Chargers, Vikings highlight the list of Eagles’ 2025 opponents
Nov 26, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) looks for his receiver against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports The Eagles’ first-place finish in the NFC will give Nick Sirianni’s team an even more demanding schedule in 2025. With the… Continue reading Lions, Chargers, Vikings highlight the list of Eagles’ 2025 opponents