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Barry Sanders Delivers Top Ten List On Letterman [VIDEO]

Sarge — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:48:12 +0000

After being named as the man that would grace the cover of Madden NFL 25, Barry sanders has been showing up almost everywhere. With such a busy schedule these days it was a surprise to see Barry show up on Late Night with David Letterman to deliver the Top Ten List. Here's the clip from that show.

Lions Take Ziggy Ansah In 2013 Draft [VIDEO]

Sarge — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 01:01:06 +0000

Well it looks like all the mock draft analyzers and sports speculator were right. With the 5th pick in the NFL draft the Lions took BYU Defensive End Ezekiel (Ziggy) Ansah.

Barry Sanders Runs Away With Madden 25 Cover [VIDEO]

Sarge — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:50:51 +0000

Barry Sanders retired long before the video game age really kicked off. Sure we had Super Nintendo,Sega and a couple other gaming systems vying for the attention of youngsters. But the way athletes are used in the world of gaming has changed since then. Which is why seeing Barry Sanders on the cover of Madden 25 is so sweet.

NFL Releases 2013-2014 Season Schedules

Sarge — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 20:46:03 +0000

The NFL released the schedules for the 2013-14 season recently. So, I'm sure your wondering who's on the slate for the lions this year? So, with that, here's the schedule. Take a peek, Place your bets, and let the speculation begin.

NFL Announces Three Rule Changes For Next Season

Sarge — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 20:28:48 +0000

Yesterday’s NFL meeting of the minds brought forth an elimination of one rule, the passing of another, and a change to one that hits all too close to home.

Reggie Bush Signs Deal With Lions [Video]

Sarge — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 19:41:32 +0000

According to a tweet from Pro Football Talk, the Lions agreed to a four year deal that will bring Bush (and hopefully extra push) to the motor city.

Fan Starts Petition To Vote For Lions Draft Picks

Sarge — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:01:51 +0000

So, think you know who the Lions should draft? Then maybe you should head to Lansing, find Chris Pruett, and sign his petition.

NFL Rule That Screwed Lions Thanksgiving Day About to Be Changed

Sarge — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 21:07:19 +0000

The evil and controversial call that cost the Detroit Lions to suffer a 34-31 OT loss to the Texans at last year’s Thanksgiving Day game is about to be reviewed and overhauled.

Did Megatron Break Receiving Yardage Record With Two Broken Fingers?

Sarge — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 21:44:57 +0000

Word on the street is Calvin Johnson has been seen out and about Detroit with his hand wrapped up, which means that when he broke the receiving record for yardage in a single season he quite possibly could have done it with at least two broken fingers; making the milestone all that much more impressive and him all that much more badass.

Nate Burleson Tries to Recruit Reggie Bush To Lions [VIDEO]

Sarge — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 21:04:36 +0000

Everyone that has seen a Detroit Lions game in the last few years knows they need a running back BADLY. So, Detroit Lions Wide Receiver Nate Burleson tried to do his part to remedy that problem by attempting to recruit Miami Dolphins Running Back (and Free Agent) Reggie Bush this morning on NFL -AM. While [...]

Every NFL Fan in 90 Seconds [VIDEO]

Fantone — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 20:45:41 +0000

Every NFL team has a different fan base and this dude nails all 32 of them. Check out his thoughts on Detroit Lions fans and the rest of the NFL. No doubt I’m excited for the NFL season, but you’ve gotta admit, a lot of fans are douche bags. His take on the Redskins, Cardinals [...]

Kid Rock Drops New Detroit Lions' Song 'In Detroit' – Listen and Download for Free Here

Tree Riddle — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 17:19:41 +0000

Kid Rock has unleashed his new track 'In Detroit,' which was recorded to be the new anthem for the Detroit Lions. Listen to the track and download it for free right here!

Kid Rock Records New Anthem for Detroit Lions

Fantone — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 13:06:05 +0000

Your boy Kid Rock is putting it down for Michigan once again, as he's teamed up with Pepsi to write and record the theme song for the 2012 Detroit Lions.

Claressa Shields Wins Her First Olympic Fight And Other Sports Awesomeness

Fantone — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 20:01:14 +0000

When it comes to the Olympic Games, I'm Team USA, all the way. It doesn't matter what the sport is, I love me some America. But when you're cheering for female boxer Claressa Shields, you're not just cheering for the United States, you're cheering for the 810. Check out the details on the Flint natives first Olympic fight.

The Start of the 2012 Olympics and Other Sports Awesomeness

Fantone — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 22:01:52 +0000

Well, the 2012 Summer Games are here and it’s just another opportunity for America to prove we are the greatest country in the history of countries. My thoughts on the opening rounds plus the MLB trade deadline and training camp in the NFL. Summer Olympics: America’s Expectations Times are tough in the USA, so now, [...]

NCAA Brings Hammer Down On Penn State And Other Sports Awesomeness

Fantone — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 23:35:38 +0000

Finally, something I’m happy to report about on the Penn State story. My thoughts on Penn State’s recent punishment, the red-hot Tigers, and the Lions recent decision to cut a knucklehead. NCAA Football: Penn State Severely Penalized By NCAA A lot of people were calling for the “death penalty” for Penn State after all the [...]

What Should Happen To Penn State Football and Other Sports Awesomeness

Fantone — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 23:41:31 +0000

I hope this is the last time I ever write about Penn State Football and the horrific sexual scandal that surrounds it. My thoughts on what needs to happen to the school and the football program, plus the Tigers coming back to life and why I'm glad the Lions didn't give Cliff Avril a long time deal.

Detroit Lions Cornerback Aaron Berry Arrested For DUI

Fantone — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 19:34:26 +0000

The Detroit Lions are back in the police blotter, as third year corner back Aaron Berry was arrested in Pennsylvania this past weekend for suspected DUI and other charges. The amount of arrests in the Lions off season has been beyond ridiculous, and defensive back Aaron Berry has added to the rap sheet. Berry was [...]

Ndamukong Suh Is Detroit's Highest Paid Athlete, 14th World Wide

Fantone — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 19:39:59 +0000

There are a lot of guys getting paid a lot of money to play sports, and in the D, nobody brought home more in the past year than Ndamukong Suh. Check out the amount of money that landed him the number 14 spot on Forbes’ 100 Top Paid Athletes. Listen, I know the city of [...]

Calvin Johnson Aims For 2012 To Be Best Season Yet

Fantone — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 19:36:54 +0000

Calvin Johnson has been one of the main forces in the turn around of the Detroit Lions and has achieved amazing individual accomplishments and feats on the field. But Megatron is looking to set the bar even higher, with his best season yet.