Detroit Lions' embarrassing loss to Bears makes us question who they are with 4 games left
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Detroit Lions beat themselves in worst outing of season, extending troubling trends
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Detroit Lions predictions vs. Chicago Bears: A season sweep in the Windy City?: Free Press sports writers share their predictions for the Detroit Lions' game ...
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Detroit Lions beat themselves in worst outing of season, extending troubling trends
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Detroit Lions predictions vs. Chicago Bears: A season sweep in the Windy City?: Free Press sports writers share their predictions for the Detroit Lions' game ...
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Bears approach a historic night in franchise history, starting with Caleb Williams
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Quick Glance: Chicago Bears 2024 Draft Selections by Rounds Overview
- In the first round, Chicago selected Caleb Williams, QB, USC as the No. 1 overall pick from the Panthers. Williams is viewed as a potential savior for the team, possessing elite arm talent and mobility to make difficult throws.
- With the ninth pick in the first round, Chicago picked Rome Odunze, WR, Washington. Odunze, an All-American last year, is seen as a future co-WR1 with Moore.
- The Chicago Bears also had selections in the third round.
- They also had a pick in the fourth round, which came from the Eagles.
Chicago Bears draft Caleb Williams: How he fits, pick grade and scouting intel: The wait is over and Caleb Williams is a Chicago Bear. Here's what he'll mean to ...
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Fans finally see Lions in new light. Now Detroit is ready to shine as NFL Draft host
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Chicago Bears to announce plans Wednesday for new domed stadium on lakefront: Team officials will make the announcement at Soldier Field, which would be ...
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From Wrigley Field to Soldier Field: Where the Chicago Bears have played home games since 1921
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Quick Glance: Chicago Bears' Historic Home Games: Wrigley to Soldier Field
- The Chicago Bears' history began in 1920 in Decatur when the Staley Starch Company decided to sponsor a football team.
- The team primarily played at Wrigley Field and then Soldier Field, with occasional games at other venues.
- From the early decades at Wrigley Field to the move to Soldier Field in 1971, significant victories and championships marked the team's journey.
- Spanning different venues like Staley Field, Mills Stadium, and Memorial Stadium, the Bears have created a rich history in Chicago.
Lions, WR Amon-Ra St. Brown agree to new 4-year, $120 million deal: Source: St. Brown, 24, had 119 catches last year (tied for second in the NFL) for 1 ...
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Quick Glance: Lions reach agreement with Amon-Ra St. Brown on new $120 million deal: Insider
- The Lions are in transition under Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell to establish their presence in the playoffs. Extending Amon-Ra St. Brown marks the beginning of focusing on home-grown talents and laying the groundwork for future deals.
- St. Brown signs a new four-year contract worth $120 million, with $77 million guaranteed, positioning him as the highest-paid receiver in the league. The Lions are committed to nurturing their draft picks and planning ahead to ensure long-term success.
- St. Brown serves as a notable example of the Lions' scouting process and player fit identification. His impressive stats and mental resilience make him a valuable asset to the team. The Lions are cautious in securing their core long-term while carefully selecting external players and avoiding extending contracts to every player.
- In addition to St. Brown, other Lions players may also receive long-term contract extensions. The organization aims to keep their core intact and focus on long-term success, while carefully selecting and evaluating external players. The financial decisions in the upcoming years will shape the team's future.
Column: Can Caleb Williams reverse decades of Chicago Bears QB problems? The timing couldn’t be better.
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NFL Draft in Detroit sets attendance record: Roger Goodell announced the 2024 draft set the single-day attendance record with 275,000 people.
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Do the Bears have the QB room, coaching staff to help support Caleb Williams?: As Chicago prepares to draft Caleb Williams, one NFL QB coach is skeptical the ...
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2024 NFL Draft Live Tracker and First-Round Grades: Grading every pick made in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft
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2024 NFL Draft grades and live updates: All Round 1 picks by team, best available, Round 2-3 order and trades
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Quick Glance: Quinyon Mitchell: Unique Player in the 2024 NFL Draft
- Quinyon Mitchell, a world-class speed cornerback, plays with power and strength, contrary to his personality.
- Growing up in a tiny town in Florida with strong family ties, Mitchell's upbringing has shaped him uniquely.
- His grandmother and mother were his guardian angels, instilling values of honesty and respect in him.
- Mitchell displays confidence, consistency, and dominance on the field, supported by speed and football acumen.
Will the NFL Draft bring mayhem? How league coaches, execs expect top 10 picks to unfold
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Lions trade up five spots to select Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold in first round
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How will Caleb Williams fit into the team culture the Chicago Bears are building? ‘He’s all ball, wants to work.’
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Which NFL Draft QB has the best chance to succeed? Ranking Caleb Williams, J.J. McCarthy and others
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Former Bears defensive coordinator Alan Williams sells Lake Forest home for $2.7M
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Chicago Bears sign assistant GM Ian Cunningham to a contract extension: Ian Cunningham, who was was hired by Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles in January 2022 ...
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NFL Draft results: Caleb Williams picked first by Chicago Bears: The Chicago Bears make Caleb Williams the first pick of the 2024 NFL Draft as a record six ...
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Column: ‘I’m a big Caleb believer.’ Hope blooms once again for Chicago Bears fans.
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Caleb Williams Aims to Spend Career With Bears, Eyes Tom Brady's Super Bowl Record
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Detroit Lions fans break out 'JA-RED GOFF' chants before NFL draft even begins: NFL draft attendees reminded the world that Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff ...
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Quick Glance: Detroit Lions Fans Rally Behind Jared Goff Before NFL Draft
- Detroit Lions fans start chanting Jared Goff's name before the NFL draft.
- Fans supported Goff during Lions' historic success in the 2023 season.
- The Goff chants began as the Lions won a playoff game after a 32-year drought.
- Fans continued support for Goff during the NFC Championship as well.
Lions' St. Brown dreaded coming to Detroit, but now couldn't imagine playing anywhere else
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2024 NFL draft: Everything you need to know, including when the Chicago Bears pick and how you can watch
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LOOK: Eminem takes 2024 NFL Draft stage in Detroit alongside Lions greats Barry Sanders, Calvin Johnson
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2024 NFL Draft grades and live updates: All Round 1 picks by team, best available, Round 2-3 order and trades
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»The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)«: Eminem announces new album: In the style of a true crime documentary, Eminem has announced his twelfth studio album ...
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Chicago Bears Q&A: Would it be smart to trade down from No. 9? Any big surprise in store? Best pick of the last decade?
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2024 NFL Draft: Caleb Williams says he wants to 'play in one place for 20 years,' chase Tom Brady's legacy
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Bears 7-round NFL mock draft: Edge rusher or offensive tackle after Caleb Williams?
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Detroit Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown went off script for 'Jar-ed Goff' chant at NFL draft
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Column: Left tackle Braxton Jones emerged as a winner from Chicago Bears’ Round 1 draft bonanza
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Lions unveil modern classic uniforms, plus black alternate with overhauled helmet design
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Quick Glance: Lions Unveil Modern Classic Uniforms and Black Alternates with Overhauled Helmet Design
- Following the premature leak of the Detroit Lions' new jerseys online, the full uniforms were officially unveiled at an evening event for season-ticket holders at Ford Field.
- Influenced by Ford Motor Company's relaunching of the Bronco in 2021 as a modernized classic, the uniforms borrowed heavily from the Lions' early 1990s look.
- The black alternate uniforms feature an overhauled black lion logo, triggering memories of a past era of Lions football among fans, with detailed explanations provided at the Ford Field event.
- Small changes to helmets and jerseys, along with insights into the design decisions, were thoroughly explained to fans during the unveiling of the new uniforms at Ford Field.
Bears CEO Kevin Warren purchased a $1.75M Streeterville condo last summer: The condo that Warren and his wife purchased offers an open-concept living and dining ...
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Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff stars in new promo for Eddie Murphy's 'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F'
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Eminem teams up with Roger Goodell for Detroit-themed NFL Draft promo: The Motor City's rap superstar steps up, as usual, to help put Detroit in the spotlight ...
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As the Chicago Bears prepare to unveil their vision for a new downtown stadium, projects in other NFL cities could prove instructive
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NFL Draft 2024 - News and rumors in the ticker: Chicago Bears have settled on number one pick
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Roger Goodell makes football-savvy Harrisburg-area boy his guest at NFL Draft in Detroit
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Economic development leader Andrea Zopp adds a new twist to her roster: The Chicago Bears
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Bengals' Trey Hendrickson requests trade, per report: Landing spots for Pro Bowl pass rusher
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It’s Draft Day. The Chicago Bears are on the clock. Here’s a look at the 2024 NFL Draft.
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25 players the Chicago Bears could consider on Days 2 and 3 of the NFL draft: After picking twice in the top 10, the Chicago Bears currently own only two more ...
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Lions' Goff parlays Jared sponsorship into $50,000 donation for Detroit non-profit
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Caleb Williams compared to Prince by ex-NFL scout like it was a bad thing: If Caleb Williams is the next Prince, the Bears are going to win a lot of Super Bowl ...
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'Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F': New promo released of Eddie Murphy movie starring NFL's Jared Goff
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Lions CEO Fulfills Promise to Dan Campbell With New Jerseys: Detroit Lions executive Rod Wood revealed the new team uniforms are a reward for Dan Campbell and ...
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Paid articlePaid Column: This NFL draft sets up as a dream scenario for Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles. Here are 6 avenues he could take with the No. 9 pick.
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NFL draft has been on tour for a decade and the next stop is Detroit, giving it a shot in spotlight
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UW’s Rome Odunze selected by the Bears at No. 9 in NFL draft: Wide receiver Rome Odunze was drafted by the Bears with the No. 9 pick Thursday, joining John Ross ...
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Letters: Presidential debates are not useful: Presidential debates have become the complete opposite of a fair or useful evaluation of the candidates and their ...
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2024 NFL Draft grades and live updates: All Round 1 picks by team, best available, Round 2-3 order and trades
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2024 NFL Draft grades and live updates: All Round 1 picks by team, best available, Round 2-3 order and trades
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NFL uniform power rankings: Where do new Broncos, Jets, Lions kits rank?: The Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Houston Texans and New York Jets are revamping their ...
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Cowboys draft analysis: How “sexy pick” Tyler Guyton fits in Dallas’ offensive line
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Detroit Lions trade up in NFL draft, take cornerback Terrion Arnold from Alabama: Detroit Lions traded up five spots in the first round of Thursday’s 2024 NFL ...
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New Aiden Hutchinson mural downtown greets visitors before NFL Draft: The mural on Cadillac Tower is in the same spot where one dedicated legendary Lions running ...
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Fans can participate in multiple activities at the NFL Draft Experience in downtown Detroit
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Column: Options at ‘premium positions’ give Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles confidence at No. 9. Now he just has to nail the pick.
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Chicago Bears' futility at the QB position defies probability: Chicago will attempt to end its run of positional failure by selecting Caleb Williams ...
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Detroit Lions' 1st-round deal for Alabama CB Terrion Arnold fills their biggest need
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I love how NFL draft is coming to Detroit, even if this event is completely bonkers
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NFL draft 2024: Chicago Bears take Caleb Williams; Washington Commanders take Jayden Daniels
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Wojo: Brad Holmes just might turn Lions’ draft into a surprise party: Brad Holmes wants to get this out of the way, just in case: He’s sorry. He’s sorry ...
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OK, then what? After likely drafting Caleb Williams at No. 1, here are 11 players the Chicago Bears might target at No. 9.
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Former Lion Reggie Bush reinstated as 2005 Heisman Trophy winner: The Heisman Trust has returned the trophy to Bush and the replica to USC. Bush will be invited ...
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Quick Glance: Reggie Bush to Regain 2005 Heisman Trophy
- The Heisman Trust is set to announce Reggie Bush receiving back the 2005 Heisman Trophy, reinstating his status as a recipient after a NCAA investigation.
- Following the restoration of his 2005 season records by the NCAA, the Heisman Trust confirmed the re-honoring of Bush's award.
- In a statement, Bush expressed his excitement to be back in the Heisman family and collaborate with the organization to uphold its values and mission.
- With the Heisman Trophy back in Bush's possession, USC now holds the top spot in college football's Heisman Trophy winners list with a total of eight recipients.
Bears NFL Draft guide takeaways: Caleb Williams scouting report, prospects to watch at No. 9
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Animatronic Dan Campbell Has Arrived at NFL Draft, Can't Be Unseen: Early star of NFL Draft in Detroit isn't even human.
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NFL draft will be a TV moment in the spotlight for Detroit: When the NFL draft is held in downtown Detroit Thursday through Saturday, it could provide a ...
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2024 NFL draft parking: You better have a plan if you're coming to downtown Detroit
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He visited all 20 cleats painted for NFL draft in Detroit: Ed Cliett is passionate about Detroit and walking, and his passions fueled his desire to visit all 20 ...
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Chicago Bears Q&A: Possibilities of trading the No. 9 pick vs. staying put? Who could be on the roster bubble?
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O.J. Simpson's memorable NFL game: 273 yards on Thanksgiving at Detroit Lions — in a loss
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Quick Glance: O.J. Simpson's Failed Attempt at Rebranding
- O.J. Simpson tried unsuccessfully to improve his image through social media.
- Despite attempts at normalization through videos, he could not alter his negative image.
- Expert Bernt Ullmann explains Simpson's lack of remorse, crucial for a successful comeback.
- Simpson's controversial videos further polarized and isolated him from the public.
Get to know Missouri cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr., the Lions' second-round draft pick
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Detroit People Mover, QLINE among downtown's public transit options for 2024 NFL draft
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Jared Goff: Rams sent me 'to die' in Detroit but I was never going to allow that to happen
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Caleb Williams leads record of quarterbacks selected in top 12 of NFL Draft: Six teams drafted QBs among the top 12 picks, setting a record with five in the top ...
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Brad Biggs’ NFL mock draft 3.0: Proposing a trade down for Chicago Bears and GM Ryan Poles
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Gmac Cash on Detroit's new 'Hollywood' sign: 'You can take it back': The Detroit rapper made fun of the new sign in a song released Tuesday.
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Bill Tobin, longtime Chicago Bears personnel man who played a major role in building the Super Bowl XX champions, dies at 83
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Kentucky basketball coaching candidates list: Nate Oats? Rick Pitino? Scott Drew?
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Quick Glance: Arkansas Saves Kentucky and John Calipari
- John Calipari and Kentucky were on the brink of giving it one more shot. Arkansas saved them from themselves - and that's good for everyone.
- The relationship between the 65-year-old Hall of Fame coach and the elite program was not just dull but also burdensome. When athletic director Mitch Barnhart and Calipari sat for a local television interview last month to assure fans that they were on the same page and committed to getting the Wildcats back on top, it seemed more like a hostage video.
- Arkansas and its billionaire supporters unexpectedly intervened to recruit the coach nobody else pursued and offer him a compensation beyond what others could provide. Everyone benefits. Perhaps not the Razorbacks - time will tell - but certainly Calipari and Kentucky. He was in desperate need of a fresh start, as were the Wildcats. After failing to reach the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament for the fourth consecutive year, the individual who led Kentucky to seven Elite Eights, four Final Fours, and a national title in his initial decade came to a realization.
- This is not intended to diminish Calipari's past achievements at Kentucky. He revitalized the Cats, contributed to their national title, and kept UK in contention for a championship nearly every year during his remarkable first ten years. He served as a positive influence in the state, demonstrating his philanthropy in times of crisis. This is about recognizing that since 2020, Calipari was tarnishing this legacy. It's about acknowledging that both sides knew the journey had come to an end and it was time to step away. Just when it seemed that Calipari and Kentucky were considering another attempt, Arkansas intervened and rescued them from themselves.
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