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David Montgomery signs contract extension with Detroit Lions through to end of the decade
The Detroit Lions have announced the extension of running back David Montgomery's contract through the 2027 season.
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Detroit Lions name Matt Swain as high school football coach of week
Matt Swain, head coach at Romulus Summit Academy North High School, has been recognized as the Detroit Lions' High School Football Coach of the Week for week six. Swain's team, the Dragons, secured a decisive 48-12 victory over Detroit University Prep Science and Math, marking their first 5-0 start since 2020. The upcoming game will see them face Michigan Collegiate High School on October 12th.
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GameAbove Sports becomes title sponsor for college football bowl at Ford Field
GameAbove Sports has been announced as the new title sponsor for the annual college football bowl game at Ford Field, home of the Detroit Lions. The event, now named the GameAbove Sports™ Bowl, is scheduled for December 26, 2024, with kickoff set for 2 PM ET. Tickets will be available starting October 16 at www.gameabovesportsbowl.com.
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Detroit Lions honor Chad Miller as High School Football Coach of the Week
Chad Miller, head coach of West Branch Ogemaw Heights High School, has been recognized as the Detroit Lions High School Football Coach of the Week for week five. Miller's team achieved a 41-34 victory over Clare, marking their first 5-0 start since 2007. The Falcons are currently ranked eighth in Division 5 and will face Midland Bullock Creek Lancers on October 4th for their Homecoming game.
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Detroit Lions introduce new spirit line celebrating team history
The Detroit Lions have introduced Grit City Spirits, launching two limited edition releases: Grit City Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Grit City Vodka. This initiative marks the 2024 season and the return of the team's black uniform. The spirits are available across Michigan, produced in collaboration with craft distillery BOTLD.
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Detroit Lions honor Kyle Rowley as high school coach of week
Kyle Rowley, the head coach of Armada High School's football team, has been named the Detroit Lions High School Football Coach of the Week for week four. Under his leadership, Armada's Tigers achieved a 42-0 victory against Richmond, marking their third consecutive shutout and improving their season record to 4-0. The team is currently ranked ninth in Division 5 and will face Yale Bulldogs on September 27th.
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Detroit Lions announce watch party at Ford Field for away game against Cowboys
The Detroit Lions announced they will host a watch party at Ford Field for fans to support the team as they play against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, October 13, 2024. The kickoff is scheduled for 4:25 PM ET. This event marks the first time the Lions will host a watch party open to all fans during the NFL regular season.
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Detroit Lions honor Pat Maloney as high school football coach of week three
Pat Maloney, the head coach of McBain High School's football team, has been named the Detroit Lions High School Football Coach of the Week for week three. Maloney's team achieved a 29-25 victory over Beal City, marking their third consecutive win this season. Currently, McBain holds a No. 9 ranking in Division 7 and will face Roscommon Bucks on September 20th.
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Detroit Lions open applications for third season of analytics mentorship program
The Detroit Lions have announced the opening of applications for the third season of their Strength in Numbers: Detroit Lions Analytics Mentorship Program. The program, which began during the 2022 Detroit Lions season, will run throughout the collegiate fall semester and is available to students from Wayne State University, University of Michigan – Dearborn, and University of Detroit Mercy. Interested candidates can apply at www.detroitlions.com/careers until the end of September.
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Detroit Lions announce second "Women In Football" themed game
DETROIT - The Detroit Lions announced today their Week 2 regular season game at Ford Field against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Kickoff 1 PM) will be themed Women In Football, presented by GEICO. This game marks the second installment of the initiative originally created by the Lions, following its NFL debut during the 2023 season to celebrate the countless ways in which women impact the game of football.
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Lions Hall of Famer Joe Schmidt passes away at age 92
Allen Park, Mich.— Detroit Lions Pro Football Hall of Famer Joe Schmidt passed away yesterday at the age of 92.
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Detroit Lions celebrate Latino Heritage Month with pre-game festivities
The Detroit Lions announced they are transforming Pride Plaza, their free pre-game tailgate on Brush Street, into Plaza de los Leones presented by Bud Light to recognize Latino Heritage Month during their Week 2 regular season game at Ford Field against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The event will take place from 10 AM to 1 PM, with Angela Reyes, Executive Director of the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation (DHDC), serving as the emcee for Latino heritage programming.
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Detroit Lions name Danny Brown as High School Football Coach of Week
Danny Brown of Grand Rapids South Christian High School has been named the Detroit Lions High School Football Coach of the Week for week two of the 2024 season. Brown's team, the Sailors, defeated East Grand Rapids 42-28, advancing to a 2-0 record and securing their No. 1 ranking in Division 4. The upcoming game on September 13th will see South Christian face Grand Rapids West Catholic.
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Caesars partners with Detroit Lions ahead of new NFL season
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) and the Detroit Lions have announced a new partnership ahead of the 2024-25 NFL season. This collaboration designates Caesars Sportsbook as an Official Sports Betting Partner and Caesars Entertainment as the Official iGaming Partner of the Detroit Lions.
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Detroit Lions announce multiple roster changes
The Detroit Lions announced a series of roster moves today in Allen Park, Michigan. The team has acquired linebacker Trevor Nowaske via waivers.
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Detroit Lions announce extensive roster adjustments ahead of new season
The Detroit Lions have announced several roster changes as the team continues to adjust ahead of the upcoming season. The moves include placing players on reserve lists, releasing others, and waiving some from the squad.
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Golden Tate joins Detroit Lions preseason TV broadcast team as analyst
The Detroit Lions announced today the addition of former wide receiver Golden Tate to their preseason TV broadcast team as an analyst. Tate will join play-by-play announcer Jason Ross Jr., sideline reporter Dannie Rogers, producer Bart Fox, and director Bruce Treut.
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Detroit Lions announce updates to player personnel and football operations staffs
The Detroit Lions announced updates to the team's player personnel and football operations staffs on July 26, 2024.
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Detroit Lions expand partnership with Meijer; name training facility 'Meijer Performance Center
The Detroit Lions announced today that they have named their headquarters and training facility at 222 Republic Drive in Allen Park, Michigan, the 'Meijer Performance Center' as part of an expanded partnership with Michigan-based grocery retailer Meijer.
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Detroit Lions to induct Calvin Johnson Jr. into Pride of the Lions
The Detroit Lions announced the induction of 2021 Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Calvin Johnson Jr. into the Pride of the Lions. The ceremony will take place during halftime of their Homecoming game on September 30, 2024, against the Seattle Seahawks. Pride of the Lions is a permanent display at Ford Field that honors the greatest players in franchise history.