Jake Rudock vs Brad Kaaya: OTA’s Edition
A late Spring Look At Who Should Win The Second String Quarterback Job For The Lions In 2017 The Detroit Lions have drafted a quarterback in the sixth round of each of the last two…
Writers’ Round Table: Most Exciting Detroit Lions Rookie Addition
With the 2017 NFL draft in the books, there is a lot to be excited about going into the 2017 season. Bob Quinn added some valuable pieces to the team last year. This is a look at which Detroit Lions rookie the DLP writing staff is most exciting.
What Detroit Lions Fans Can Expect From Ziggy Ansah In 2017
Can Ziggy Ansah Bounce Back From His Disappointing 2016 Season? One year ago, Ezekiel “Ziggy” Ansah had established himself as one of the premier pass rushers in the NFL. He had finished the first three…
The Calvin Problem: Qualifying Greatness In A Quantitative World
Calvin Johnson Is The Exception To The Rule When It Comes To Canton! I struggle to find words to preface the question I am about to ask. It is not an uncommon one, but it’s…
Akeem Spence Will Strengthen The Detroit Lions’ Front Seven
Ash Thompson Breaks Down Every Player On The 90 Man Roster. Akeem Spence was a two-sport athlete in high school. He threw the discus and shot put for the Fort Walton Beach Vikings in addition…
Matt Asiata Is A Capable Fourth Option At Running Back
Ash Thompson Breaks Down Every Player On The 90 Man Roster. Matt Asiata won Utah football and basketball state championships in his high school years. He was a standout running back for the Hunter High…
A Look Ahead to the 2018 Draft: Alabama Will Roll Again
Which Alabama Players Will Become Draft Prospects In 2018? Last week we looked at which players to watch for on one college team that produces a lot of prospects, the Ohio State Buckeyes. This week…
What Detroit Lions Fans Can Expect From Marvin Jones In 2017
Will Marvin Jones improve upon his 2016 campaign? Last offseason, the Detroit Lions signed Marvin Jones to a five-year $40,000,000 dollar contract. It was really the only choice they had. At the time, Calvin Johnson…
Writers’ Round Table: Ranking Ameer Abdullah
The Writing Staff Gets Together To Give Their Thoughts On Where They Would Rank Ameer Abdullah. The Detroit Lions’ rushing attack has not been up to par these last few seasons. Since Barry Sanders’ retirement,…
Armonty Bryant Is The Lions Ultimate Risk/Reward Play
Ash Thompson Breaks Down Each Player On The Detroit Lions’ 90 Man Roster. Armonty Bryant started his collegiate career at Abeline Christian. He did not play during that season, and dropped down to the Junior College…
What Detroit Lions Fans Can Expect From Zach Zenner In 2017
Zach Zenner has an opportunity to blow up this season. What can fans expect from him? Now that the “LeGarrette Blount to the Lions” speculation is over, it seems very unlikely that the Lions…
Writers’ Round Table: The Job Security Of Jim Caldwell
What Does The Future Hold For Jim Caldwell In Detroit? Jim Caldwell’s approval from fans has been mixed since becoming the coach of the Detroit Lions. Fans have called for his head more than once…
Calvin Johnson’s Legacy Should Remain Untarnished
Calvin Johnson Does Not Deserve The Hatred He Is Receiving From Detroit Fans I’m sure that everyone has seen the news about the conflict between the Calvin Johnson and the Detroit Lions organization. Fans have…
What Detroit Lions’ Fans Can Expect From Ameer Abdullah In 2017
A Film Breakdown Of Detroit Lions’ Running Back Ameer Abdullah. Ameer Abdullah is an often forgotten player. He had a solid, but underwhelming rookie season in 2015 (780 yards from scrimmage and three total touchdowns),…