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2015 DETROIT LIONS MEDIA GUIDE
2015 DETROIT LIONS SCHEDULE
PRESEASON
DATE
OPPONENT
Thursday, August 13 NEW YORK JETS
Thursday, August 20
at Washington Redskins
Friday, August 28
at Jacksonville Jaguars
Thursday, September 3 BUFFALO BILLS
NETWORK
TIME (ET)
WJBK-TV FOX 2 7:30 p.m.
CBS#
8:00 p.m.
REGULAR SEASON
DATE
OPPONENT
Sunday, September 13 at San Diego Chargers
NETWORK
FOX
Sunday, September 20 at Minnesota Vikings
FOX
Sunday, September 27 DENVER BRONCOS
NBC#
8:30 p.m.
Monday, October 5
at Seattle Seahawks
ESPN#
8:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 11
ARIZONA CARDINALS
FOX
4:05 p.m.
Sunday, October 18
CHICAGO BEARS
FOX
1:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 25
MINNESOTA VIKINGS
FOX
1:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 1
at Kansas City Chiefs (London) FOX#
Sunday, November 8
***BYE WEEK***
Sunday, November 15
at Green Bay Packers
FOX
1:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 22
OAKLAND RAIDERS
CBS
1:00 p.m.
Thursday, November 26 PHILADELPHIA EAGLES
FOX#
12:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 3 GREEN BAY PACKERS
CBS/NFLN#
Sunday, December 13
at St. Louis Rams
FOX
1:00 p.m.
Monday, December 21
at New Orleans Saints
ESPN#
8:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 27
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS
FOX
1:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 3
at Chicago Bears
FOX
1:00 p.m.
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TIME (ET)
4:05 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
9:30 a.m.
8:25 p.m.
All times Eastern Time; Home Games in BOLD CAPS
# Nationally Televised
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING: NFL Sunday games during flexible Weeks 5-17 are subject to change 12
days in advance. For Weeks 5-10, flexible scheduling can be used no more than two weeks by shifting
a Sunday afternoon game into primetime and moving the Sunday night game to the afternoon time
slot. For Week 17, the schedule is subject to change six days in advance. Games are subject to move
to different time slots but dates will remain as announced. Flexible scheduling will not be applied to
games airing on Thursday, Saturday or Monday nights.
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2015 MEDIA GUIDE
2015
DETROIT LIONS
MEDIA GUIDE
CONTENTS &
DIRECTORY
The 2015 Detroit Lions Media Guide is now a digital
publication in Adobe PDF (including bookmarks)
format. An updated version of the team’s media
guide is posted on Media.Detroitlions.com and
NFLmedia.com each week.
EXECUTIVES & COACHING
Executive Management
Coaching Staff
Player Personnel
Football Operations
Athletic Training
Administration
Lions Staff Directory
PLAYER PROFILES
Player Biographies
2015 Rosters and Roster Moves
2014 SEASON IN REVIEW
Final 2014 Statistics
Game-by-Game Statistics
Player Participation
2014 Game Summaries
LIONS HONORS
Pro Football Hall of Fame
NFL Honors
Lions Honors
Miscellaneous Honors
All-Time Team
Pride of the Lions
Lions in the Pro Bowl
Lions on the All-Pro Team
THE RECORDS SECTION
Lions Individual Records
Lions All-Time Lists
Lions Team Records
Opponent Records
Postseason Records
Seasonal Leaders
Outstanding Performances
The Last Time
HISTORY BOOK
History of the Lions
Significant Dates
Year-By-Year Results
Lions Tales
¾¾ Naming of the Lions
¾¾ Homes of the Detroit Lions
¾¾ Gridiron Heroes
¾¾ Paper Lion
¾¾ In Memoriam
¾¾ Decade of Dominance
¾¾ Deep in the Heart of Texas
¾¾ Original Offices
¾¾ Lions Training Camp Locations
¾¾ Longest Coaching Tenures
Thanksgiving Day Tradition
Uniform History
All-Time Coaches
Lions Draft Selections
Lions Trade History
All-Time Player Roster
Monday Night, Prime Time & OT Games
Ford Field
DIGITAL VERSION ONLY
SERIES RECORDS
Lions vs. All-Time Opponents
Opponent Information
YEAR-BY-YEAR RESULTS
Preseason Records & Results
Year-By-Year Results
2015 DETROIT LIONS
MEDIA GUIDE
EXECUTIVE EDITORS
Bill Keenist, Matt Barnhart
MANAGING EDITOR
Eamonn Reynolds
EDITORIAL ASSISTANCE
Deanna Caldwell, Mitch Brewer, Brady Klein,
Imani Suber
PHOTOGRAPHY
Gavin Smith
EDITORIAL CREDITS
Elias Sports Bureau (Santo Labombarda
and Alex Stern); Stats, Inc., Stats, Inc.
Maple Leaf Productions, Ltd.; Pro Football
Hall of Fame; Total Football; Pro Football
Researchers Association
EXECUTIVES
EXECUTIVES AND
AND COACHING
COACHING
DETROIT LIONS OWNERSHIP
MARTHA FIRESTONE FORD
OWNER AND
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Martha Firestone Ford continues to provide
great stewardship for the Detroit Lions as owner
and chairman, succeeding her husband, William
Clay Ford, who passed away on March 9, 2014 after
serving as the sole owner of the franchise for 50
years (1964-2013).
Mrs. Ford, now in her second year as owner
and chairman, has been affiliated with the Lions
since her husband purchased the club in 1963. Mr.
Ford’s ownership grew into a deeply-rooted family
tradition that now includes multiple generations
of the Ford Family. Mrs. Ford proudly honors that
tradition with firm leadership and stability.
As the Ford Family, the Lions organization and
Ford Motor Company honored Mr. Ford’s lifelong
contributions to the franchise, community and auto
industry throughout the year, the team on the field
continued to make progress towards Mrs. Ford’s top
priority, winning a Super Bowl. In 2014, the Lions
finished 11-5 in Head Coach Jim Caldwell’s first
season, the franchise’s best record since 1991, and
earned a spot in the playoffs for the second time
in four seasons.
Born in Akron, Ohio, Mrs. Ford is the
granddaughter of one of America’s great automotive
industrial icons, Harvey Firestone. She graduated
from Vassar College in 1946 with a bachelor’s
degree. After getting married in 1947, Mr. and Mrs.
Ford located to the Detroit area and became active
members of the metro Detroit community.
In addition to being the owner and chairman of
the Detroit Lions, Mrs. Ford currently serves as
an officer on the board for Detroit Lions Charities
and on the board of The Henry Ford Health
System. She has held leadership positions with
many organizations, including The Merrill Palmer
Institute, The University Liggett School, and The
Children’s Home of Detroit. She was also the
founder and longtime board member of The Maple
Grove Institute.
Joining Mrs. Ford on the board of the Detroit
Lions are her three daughters, Martha Ford Morse,
Sheila Ford Hamp, Elizabeth Ford Kontulis, and
her son, William Clay Ford, Jr. She also has 14
grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
LIONS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
DETROIT LIONS
Martha Ford
Morse
Sheila Ford
Hamp
William Clay
Ford, Jr.
Elizabeth Ford
Kontulis
EXECUTIVES AND COACHING
WILLIAM CLAY FORD, JR.
VICE
CHAIRMAN
William Clay Ford, Jr. has made a positive and
lasting impact on the Detroit Lions since assuming
the post of vice chairman in February 1995. He
remains focused on helping his family create a
winner in the present and on ensuring the team’s
success well into the 21st century – both on and
off the field.
Ford shares in his family’s longtime commitment
to the Lions and a burning passion to win. That
passion dates back to 1934 when his father, William
Clay Ford, attended the first Lions’ game ever
played in Detroit as a child. Mr. Ford would later
purchase the team as sole owner in 1963. Now, Ford
Jr.’s mother, Martha Firestone Ford, has assumed
ownership of the team with great pride following
Mr. Ford’s passing on March 9, 2014.
Like his entire family, Ford wants nothing less
than for the Lions to become a premier franchise
in the NFL, and he knows that means delivering a
championship to the fans.
Key examples of Ford’s influence are Ford Field
in downtown Detroit and the team’s headquarters
and practice facility in Allen Park. Both are
considered among the best facilities in all of sports.
Ford’s dedication and commitment to the fans
never was more evident than when he spearheaded
stadium negotiations that led to the 1996 decision
to build Ford Field. Due largely to his perseverance,
the Lions struck a deal with the city of Detroit and
Wayne County that established the foundation to
return to downtown Detroit in 2002.
Along with moving the Lions to downtown
Detroit, Ford has provided a world-class practice
facility to complement the team’s stadium. The
$36 million team headquarters in Allen Park, which
opened in April 2002, provides the ideal training
center for NFL players and coaches.
Ford also played a vital role in Detroit’s bid for
Super Bowl XL. Through his leadership, the Ford
family, the Detroit Lions and Ford Motor Company
were integral in Detroit’s hosting of the premier
event of the NFL in February 2006. Super Bowl XL
exceeded expectations, generating an overall $260
million economic impact, including $100 million in
downtown improvements, $10 million in emerging
business – the most in Super Bowl history – and
$6 million in the NFL/Boys & Girls Club Youth
Education Town, the largest in the country.
In other past roles within the NFL structure, Ford
also has served on the NFL Finance Committee and
NFL Properties Committee.
Now in his 21st season as vice chairman, Ford
has pushed the Lions to take major steps on several
fronts. He strongly supports active community
outreach programs to make people’s lives better.
Several initiatives, such as Detroit Lions Charities,
have served Detroit and the state of Michigan. In
September 2012, the Lions began a new community
initiative – Living for the City – that has reshaped
the club’s aim to improve the lives of Detroiters.
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Ford also emphasizes the importance of growing
the game of football. The Detroit Lions Youth
Football program is one of the most extensive
youth sports programs operated by a pro sports
team. This program includes numerous camps and
clinics teaching the game, life-skills, proper safety
practices for players and assists in development
of youth coaches. Through Detroit Lions Charities,
Ford helped develop the Detroit Police Athletic
League youth football program into one of the
largest in the country.
Though football remains a passion for Ford,
his top priority continues to be in serving as Ford
Motor Company executive chairman. His role is a
professional and personal commitment, leading
the company founded by his great-grandfather,
American automotive pioneer Henry Ford. A
member of the board of directors since 1988, Ford
assumed the role of chairman of the board on
January 1, 1999. He also served as chief executive
officer from October 2001 through September
2006. Additionally, he serves as chairman of the
board’s finance committee and is a member of the
sustainability committee.
Among his many outside leadership roles,
Ford serves on the Board of Trustees of The
Henry Ford and Henry Ford Health System. He is
also chairman of Detroit Economic Club and the
New Michigan Initiative Committee of Business
Leaders for Michigan. He also is a founding partner
of Fontinalis Partners, LLC, a Michigan-based
investment firm that acts as a strategic operating
partner to transportation infrastructure technology
companies around the world. From 2005 to 2015,
Ford also served on the Board of Directors of
eBay Inc.
Ford is the 2015 recipient of the USC Shoah
Foundation’s prestigious “Ambassador for
Humanity” award, which honors individuals who
embody the institute’s values and mission to
promote tolerance and mutual respect. The award
will be presented to him in September 2015 by the
institute’s founder, Hollywood legend Stephen
Spielberg, and will honor Ford for his leadership in
the community and educational outreach.
Born in Detroit in 1957, Ford holds a Bachelor
of Arts from Princeton University and a Master of
Science in management as an Alfred P. Sloan fellow
from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT),
an honorary Doctor of Environmental Sciences
and Engineering degree from Koc University, an
honorary doctor of laws degree from the University
of Michigan and an honorary doctor of humane
letters degree from Bradley University. Ford is a
member of the Irish America Hall of Fame.
TOM LEWAND
PRESIDENT
Tom Lewand, who was named team president
December 29, 2008, oversees the team’s day-today operations and reports to Mrs. Ford on all
business, organizational and NFL matters. Now
in his 21st season with the Detroit Lions, seventh
as president, he continues to guide the overall
direction of the franchise.
Lewand’s fundamental principle is to consistently
present the Lions as a first-class organization with
a clear sense of mission and direction.
Among his responsibilities, Lewand is the
chief player contract negotiator and he oversees
all day-to-day business operations of both
the Detroit Lions and Ford Field entities. This
includes the management of finance, football
administration, player development, security,
equipment operations, medical staff, ticketing,
sponsorship and marketing, communications,
broadcasting, digital media, human resources, Ford
Field operations and administration, acquisition of
events and the development of Ford Field’s lease
space in the stadium’s progression as a multi-use
facility.
Lewand has held a myriad of positions and
responsibilities during his tenure with the Lions.
Prior to his current role, he was the club’s executive
vice president and chief operating officer from
2003-08.
On a League-wide level, Lewand contributes
to several key business and labor initiatives. He
serves on the Super Bowl Advisory Committee and
the NFL Management Council’s Club Executives
Committee. Lewand has also previously served on
the Committee on Revenue Sharing Qualifiers and
Special Committee on League Economics. Lewand
represents the organization for all League-level
business matters.
Lewand’s leadership positions the entire Lions’
organization, including Ford Field operations,
to positively impact the Lions’ drive for a Super
Bowl title. For Lewand, everything from football
transactions to Ford Field events influences the
team’s ability to compete and win.
In January 2014, Lewand and General Manager
Martin Mayhew undertook a search for a new head
coach. They sought a leader who could elevate the
franchise to the next level and build a consistentlywinning team to achieve the directive set forth
by the Ford Family. With that focus, the team
hired Jim Caldwell to fulfill this vision. Caldwell’s
impressive coaching career includes leading the
Indianapolis Colts to Super Bowl XLIV as the
club’s head coach and winning two Super Bowls
as quarterbacks coach and offensive coordinator
while with Indianapolis (2006) and Baltimore (2012).
The team’s hiring of Caldwell to lead the team on
the field yielded immediate dividends as the Lions
compiled an 11-5 record, Detroit’s most wins since
1991, and earned a playoff berth. Caldwell recorded
the most wins by a Lions head coach in his first year
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with this franchise since Potsy Clark (11) in 1931.
During his tenure with the Lions, Lewand has
negotiated player contracts totaling more than
$1.6 billion.
Lewand has executed some of the NFL’s more
extensive and complex contract negotiations,
including the re-signing All-Pro WR Calvin Johnson
in 2012 to the highest contract ever signed by a
receiver and inking QB Matthew Stafford to both his
rookie contract in 2009 and his extension in 2013.
Johnson was the biggest off-season move for the
Lions in 2012 as Lewand negotiated a new eightyear contract that has him signed with the Lions
through 2019. Stafford’s rookie contract occurred
within just a few hours of the 2009 NFL Draft,
allowing the team to sign the first overall pick prior
to the draft. In 2013, Lewand led the negotiations
with Stafford to extend the franchise quarterback’s
contract through 2017.
Lewand’s additional contract highlights include:
the Lions’ last 23 first-round draft choices, Hall of
Fame RB Barry Sanders’ last NFL contract, the
contracts of several Pro Bowl players and recent
key free agent acquisitions.
BUILDING THE LIONS BRAND
On the business side, Lewand constantly seeks
opportunities to evolve and grow the team’s
operations that, in turn, will influence the team’s
ability to win on the field. Lewand drives to combine
a championship team with unique fan engagement
and in-stadium experiences.
One significant area of improvement the past
four seasons has been the growth in season ticket
holders and ticket sales.
The Lions have sold out their last 37 regular
season home games. The introduction of numerous
fan-friendly and family-oriented ticket options has
greatly improved attendance at all Lions games.
When the Lions defeated the Chicago Bears 2413 on October 1, 2011 during its first Monday Night
Football appearance since 2001, the team claimed
victory in front of a Ford Field record crowd (67,891)
for a Lions home game.
In fact, the top 20 largest crowds to see a Lions’
game at Ford Field have all occurred since 2011.
The Lions have attracted over two million fans
in the past four seasons (2011-14) at Ford Field. In
the past 32 home games, the Lions have averaged
63,500 fans per game. Each season has yielded
attendance totals for the regular season of over
500,000, which also represents the four highest
season attendance totals since the Lions began
playing at Ford Field in 2002.
In 2010, attendance to Lions games increased
14-percent. It was the largest increase by any NFC
team, and Detroit was one of only two teams in
the NFL to experience a double-digit increase in
ticket sales.
Lewand not only wants the team to provide
the best possible product on the field for the fans,
but he also is determined to make the experience
affordable and one of the most valuable investments
for Lions fans. For season ticket holders, the team
offers additional unique interactive opportunities,
such as town hall meetings, conference calls, meetand-greets with players and special training camp
access among others to complement their purchase
of season tickets.
Since 2009, the Lions have achieved the NFL’s
largest growth in both total season ticket holders
and percentage of Club Seats sold.
The excitement and interest over the Lions
has caught the attention of the NFL’s television
partners to feature the team in their marquee
national broadcast timeslots.
In the past four seasons, Detroit has played
on national television 13 times, including five on
MNF, three on Sunday Night Football, four on
Thanksgiving and one in London.
In 2015, the Lions are slated for a team-record
six nationally-televised games, which includes
the Lions’ first home SNF game on NBC, the first
appearance on CBS/NFL Network’s broadcast of
Thursday Night Football and two MNF games on
ESPN. For the third time since 1970, the Lions will
appear in primetime four times.
Along with the Lions 76th Thanksgiving Day
game, Detroit will appear on national TV when
the Lions return to London and play in the NFL’s
International Series at Wembley Stadium against
the Kansas City Chiefs. Similar to 2014, the LionsChiefs game will air nationally on FOX at 9:30 a.m.
ET. Since the NFL began playing regular season
games in London during the 2007 season, Detroit
will become the first designated visiting team
selected to play overseas in back-to-back seasons.
Seeking opportunities to reach and communicate
with more fans, Lewand emphasizes the importance
of growing fan interaction through digital media. In
the past year, the team engaged with approximately
12.5 million combined unique users on Detroitlions.
com, various social mediums and the Lions’ mobile
app platform.
Establishing the Lions as a great partner in the
community remains a top priority for Lewand, who
serves as an officer on the board for Detroit Lions
Charities, and the entire organization. In September
2012, the Lions launched the club’s new Living
for the City philanthropic program that produces
transformational efforts that improve the wellbeing of metro Detroit’s underserved communities
by focusing on sustainable health and wellness
initiatives and community development. Living
for the City supports organizations that pursue
integrated approaches to physical fitness, healthy
eating, housing, land use and environmental
planning, public transportation, community
infrastructure, and aligned workforce opportunities.
In 2009, Lewand completed another major
initiative that continues to help transform the
Lions business operations. The Lions unveiled a
new comprehensive brand that launched changes to
the team’s logo and uniforms, a new team logotype
and font and streamlined branding elements. The
evolution of the Lions brand is the most complete
and all-encompassing modification in franchise
history. The new brand now extends beyond the
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logo on the helmet and presents a consistent visual
identity in new, versatile and distinctive ways.
FORD FIELD PHENOMENON
Under Lewand’s guidance and direction, Ford
Field has become the crown jewel of downtown
Detroit and serves as a cornerstone in the city’s
urban renewal and revitalization efforts. The facility
opened to rave reviews in 2002, with the publisher
of the Detroit Free Press stating that Ford Field
“tells [Detroiters] who we are and suggests what
we can be. Now it’s up to the rest of us to create a
downtown and a city that matches the vision Ford
Field realizes.”
Few venues, considering space, amenities and
operations, have the flexibility to host and execute
the variety of large-scale events as does Ford Field.
Lewand leads in the procurement of all events
at Ford Field, including college football, MHSAA
high school football, concerts, motorsports and
various trade shows. Few venues in the U.S. host
as many football events of all levels as does Ford
Field, filling virtually every weekend in the fall. In
any given year, Ford Field dedicates several dates
to youth, high school, college and NFL games at
Ford Field. In 2015 alone, 13 football games will be
played from Thanksgiving Day through December..
Lewand has led in the effort for the Lions to
partner with the Big Ten and the Atlantic Coast
Conferences to launch a new college bowl, the
Quick Lane Bowl, which kicked off the inaugural
game in December 2014. The Lions are the only NFL
team to own, host and operate a college football
bowl game.
For the past 11 years, Ford Field has hosted the
MAC Football Championship Game and was the
home for the Little Caesars Bowl from 2002-13.
The NFL has twice called upon the Lions and
the team’s leadership to host a relocated regular
season game with less than five days to prepare.
Last year, a severe snow storm moved the Buffalo
Bills-New York Jets game to Ford Field for a
Monday Night matchup on November 24. In just a
six-day span, Ford Field played host to the BillsJets, the Lions Thanksgiving Day game and eight
MHSAA state football championship games. In
2010, the first example of this unique capability
occurred when the Minnesota Vikings played the
New York Giants at Ford Field on December 13
with less than 20 hours to turn around the facility
after the Lions defeated the eventual Super Bowl
Champion Green Bay Packers, 10-3, the day before.
Commercial development has grown as well
recently at Ford Field with new tenants, such
as Campbell Ewald, an integrated marketing
and advertising agency, and restaurants like The
Breadstick.
SUPER BOWL XL
Ford Field dazzled in 2006 when the city of
Detroit hosted Super Bowl XL. Lewand served as
the point person for the Lions and Ford Field on
the Host Committee for Super Bowl XL, and he was
among the key figures leading the city’s hosting of
the game and events surrounding Super Bowl XL,
which was widely-acclaimed as successful and
critical to Detroit’s future growth. Super Bowl XL
injected an estimated $260 million economic boost
to the Metro Detroit region.
OTHER SHINING MOMENTS
Behind Lewand’s leadership, Ford Field once
again stepped to the forefront in April 2009
as Detroit, for the first time, hosted the NCAA
Men’s Basketball Final Four. The championship
culminated six years of planning, including Lewand
representing the organization in a partnership
with the NCAA to present the Final Four in a
groundbreaking manner that has set the standard
for all future sites.
The event featured a first for the Final Four—a
center-stadium elevated playing floor configuration
that allowed for the utilization of all stadium seats.
The evolutional 2009 Ford Field model has since
become the standard for all stadiums hosting
Final Fours.
The 2009 Final Four also saw Ford Field break
long-standing records, including: attendance for
the practice session on Final Four Friday (nearly
30,000), the National Semifinals (72,456) and
National Championship game (72,992). Overall,
a record 145,378 fans attended the Final Four.
By hosting the Final Four, Ford Field was the
centerpiece for a weekend that had an estimated
$30-50 million impact on the city of Detroit and
the metro area.
Attendance records were not only set inside Ford
Field, but also at ancillary events, such as Hoops
City at the Cobo Hall Convention Center. All of
these events generated a tremendous opportunity
for both residents and visitors to enjoy downtown
Detroit over a five-day period.
Paced by Lewand’s leadership, the organization
followed up that tremendous accomplishment
with the highly successful hosting of the 2010
Men’s Hockey Frozen Four. Like the basketball
championship, Ford Field allowed the NCAA to
elevate one of its marquee events to even greater
heights.
For the first time, the 2010 Frozen Four was
held in a large-stadium venue with the portable
ice configuration set-up used in the NHL’s annual
Winter Classic. The championship garnered record
crowds (34,954 for the National Semifinals and
37,592 for the National Championship) that set
NCAA Frozen Four records and world indoor hockey
records.
Ford Field became the first venue to host the
Men’s Final Four and the Men’s Frozen Four in
back-to-back years.
In June 2011, Ford Field hosted the opening
round of the 2011 CONCACAF Gold Cup with two
soccer matches between Panama and Guadeloupe
and the United States and Canada. The opening
round match was the first soccer game played by
the U.S. Men’s National Team in the Metro Detroit
area since the World Cup in 1994, and it drew the
largest crowd (28,209) for a U.S. match in the Gold
Cup opening round since 2003.
In addition to marquee sporting events, Ford
Field has become one of the nation’s outstanding
entertainment venues by providing a large-scale
audience with the intimate feel of much smaller
arenas.
Since 2002, some of the music industry’s most
popular superstars have played in front of sell-out
crowds, including the Rolling Stones, Eminem,
Madonna, Kid Rock, Kenney Chesney (seven
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times), Bon Jovi, Taylor Swift (three times), Justin
Timberlake & Jay-Z and One Direction. This year
is perhaps Ford Field’s most aggressive concert
schedule with Swift, Chesney, One Direction, AC/
DC and Luke Bryan all scheduled to headline acts.
Additionally, in April 2007 Ford Field hosted
WWE’s Wrestlemania 23 that set a new Ford Field
all-events attendance record (80,103) and had a
$25 million impact on the Metro Detroit area.
A “LEADER AND BEST”
Lewand possesses a strong educational
background, having received a Bachelor of Arts
degree from the University of Michigan in 1991,
and completing both his Juris Doctor at the
University of Michigan Law School and Master in
Business Administration from the University of
Michigan Business School in 1996. Lewand aided
the Michigan football program in various capacities
on a volunteer basis while attending the school.
He also worked for the Lions on a part-time basis
while completing work on his graduate degrees.
In 1991, Lewand served as an environmental
advisor for the Governor of Indiana, Evan Bayh.
Following a year in that position, he entered
graduate school at Michigan. He spent time working
for the law firm of Dickinson Wright in Detroit, and
the Chicago law firm of Kirkland and Ellis. In the
summer of 1993, he worked in the White House
in the Counsel’s Office for Presidential Personnel.
Lewand’s family history is entrenched in the
Detroit area community. His father, F. Thomas
Lewand, now serves on the staff of newly-elected
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan as group executive
for jobs and economic growth. He worked as an
attorney for 43 years and was both the Chief of
Staff for former Governor James Blanchard and
the Chairman of the Michigan Democratic Party. His
late grandfather, Joseph B. Sullivan, was a judge in
the Michigan Court of Appeals and was the deputy
mayor of Detroit in the 1960s.
OFF THE FIELD
Lewand is active in the community, acting as
Past Chairman of the Detroit Metro Convention
and Visitors Bureau and serving on the Boards
of Directors of the Detroit Zoological Society,
the Downtown Detroit Partnership, the Detroit
Economic Growth Corporation and the Parade
Company.
In a collaborative effort to reduce and prevent
youth sports concussions, Lewand represented
the Lions and the organization’s work with
Michigan legislators, the NFL and various youth
sports organizations to pass state laws that have
implemented concussion education and awareness
programs along with a medical protocol for young
athletes to return to action.
Lewand also is on the Corporate Advisory Board
for the University of Michigan’s Ross School of
Business. Lewand was named as one of Crain’s
Detroit Business “40 Under 40” in 1998, which
honored and recognized 40 top business people in
the Detroit area under the age of 40. Lewand was
recognized nationally twice, in 2003 and 2005, by
the Sports Business Journal as one of the top “40
Under 40” sports executives in the United States.
He and his wife, Suzanne, have four daughters:
Cayleigh, Paige, Shannon and Erin.
MARTIN MAYHEW
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF
FOOTBALL OPERATIONS AND
GENERAL MANAGER
Since becoming the Lions Executive Vice
President of Football Operations and General
Manager, Martin Mayhew has orchestrated a
dramatic transformation of the Lions personnel
and front office. Now in his 15th season with the
Lions, Mayhew reports directly to Mrs. Ford on all
football matters.
With 2015 marking Mayhew’s seventh season
as the team’s executive football decision-maker,
he continues to build the Lions roster through a
plan that focuses on acquiring players with great
football character who are smart and physicallytough.
The process of improving the Lions’ success on
the field continued in January 2014 when the team
hired a new head coach in Jim Caldwell.
Along with President Tom Lewand, Mayhew
hired Caldwell to lead this franchise due to his
experience coaching at a championship level and
has background utilizing effective schemes and
emphasizing strong fundamentals.
Mayhew believed that Caldwell’s extensive
experience, skill-set and success as both head
coach and offensive coordinator will greatly
benefit the team’s development. Caldwell led the
Indianapolis Colts to Super Bowl XLIV as head
coach and won two Super Bowl titles (Super Bowl
XLI with Indianapolis and Super Bowl XLVII with
Baltimore) as quarterbacks coach and offensive
coordinator. While with the Colts, Caldwell helped
guide one of the greatest offensive dynasties in pro
football history.
In Caldwell’s first year as the Lions head coach,
the Lions won 11 games, the most since 1991, and
earned a berth in the playoffs. Caldwell recorded the
most victories by a Lions head coach in their first
year with the franchise since Potsy Clark led the
Portsmouth Spartans to 11 wins in 1931.
Mayhew also has reorganized and enhanced the
team’s player personnel operations throughout his
tenure as general manager, including the addition
of experienced personnel executives, reorganizing
scouting territories and launching a new scouting
database to process information.
In his role, Mayhew oversees the player
personnel department, including college and
pro scouting, and plays an integral role in the
coordination of the team’s salary cap objectives
and negotiation of player contracts. Mayhew and
Lewand collectively work on all team matters
pertaining to the NFL Collective Bargaining
Agreement and League policies and procedures.
One of his earliest and most important additions
to the personnel department was the 2009 hiring of
former NFL quarterback and long-time personnel
executive James “Shack” Harris, who won a Super
Bowl with Baltimore as pro personnel director and
helped Jacksonville to two playoff appearances as
vice president of player personnel. Harris served
seven seasons with the Lions and, after 37 years in
the NFL as a player and in player personnel, retired
after the 2014 season.
Mayhew’s improvement of the Lions player
personnel operation continued in January 2013
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when he added Brian Xanders, former Denver
Broncos general manager, as one of the team’s
senior personnel executives. Xanders, now in his
22nd NFL season, has experience in a variety of
player personnel, football operations and coaching
roles gained during his time with the Broncos and
Atlanta Falcons organizations. Xanders served four
seasons as the Broncos general manager, including
the 2011 season when Denver won the 2011 AFC
West Division title. Since joining the Lions, Xanders
has overseen the creation of a new proprietary
personnel database and analytical program that
has greatly enhanced and aided the team’s scouting
operation and assists with the college draft.
In addition to his duties, the coordination of
all football operations, managed day-to-day by
Senior Vice President of Football Operations Cedric
Saunders, is under the direction of Mayhew. This
includes team travel, training camp operations,
security, medical staff, equipment operations,
video department and cafeteria staff. Mayhew
also works on many of the Lions’ football-related
legal matters.
Mayhew originally joined the Lions’ front office
in February 2001, as senior director of football
administration/staff counsel. He was promoted to
senior vice president of football administration/
legal affairs on February 3, 2003, and on October
14, 2004, he was appointed senior vice president
and assistant general manager.
ROSTER CONSTRUCTION
Along with free agency and the draft, Mayhew
utilizes every resource, including trades and
the league’s waiver wire process, year-round to
improve the team’s roster from top to bottom.
Significant change to the team’s roster over
the past six seasons underscores Mayhew’s
24/7 philosophy and approach to improving the
team’s roster. Only three players remain from the
2008 roster when Mayhew began overseeing its
development.
In 2011, Mayhew’s approach led to the Lions
winning 10 regular-season games for the first
time since 1995 and also earning a playoff berth
for the first time since 1999. Last year, the team’s
11 wins marked the fourth time in franchise history
the Lions claimed 11+ wins in a season, including
1931 (11), 1962 (11) and 1991 (12).
Defensively, the Lions finished second in total
defense (300.9 yards/game), the best ranking
since 1970, and was also third in points allowed
(17.6), the lowest since 1980. Leading the way
for the Lions was their top-ranked rush defense
that allowed just 69.3 yards per game. The Lions
became just the ninth team in NFL history to finish
the season yielding less than 70 rushing yards per
game in a season.
Among the individual accolades accomplished
by the Lions talented roster, Detroit featured five
Pro Bowl players for the first time since 2000. QB
Matthew Stafford, who went on to win Pro Bowl
Offensive MVP honors, became the first Lions
quarterback to play in the Pro Bowl since QB
Greg Landry in 1972. Last year’s top free agent
acquisition, WR Golden Tate, also did not disappoint
as he became a Pro Bowler for the first time in
his career during his first season with the Lions.
Also included in the group was S Glover Quin, who
became the first Lions Pro Bowl safety since S
Bennie Blades in 1992. WR Calvin Johnson and DT
Ndamukong Suh rounded out the Lions Pro Bowlers
as they were selected for the fifth and fourth time,
respectively.
Since assuming the organization’s top football
position in October, 2008, Mayhew has completed
32 trades involving veteran players and draft
picks. One of those trades, completed in March
2015, acquired All-Pro DT Haloti Ngata from the
Baltimore Ravens to anchor the team’s interior
defensive line. Two of Mayhew’s trades generated
additional first-round draft picks in 2009 and 2010.
It marked the first time in franchise history that the
Lions have made two selections in the first round
of the draft in back-to-back seasons.
Neither free agency nor the draft is ever the finish
line for Mayhew as he continues to seek an upgrade
in talent by any means to develop and improve the
team’s roster. Last year, the Lions signed K Matt
Prater in October to take over the team’s field goal
kicking duties, and Prater finished the season tying
for the seventh-most field goals (21) in the NFL over
the last 12 weeks and he connected on two fourth
quarter game-winning kicks.
BUILDING THE CORE
Mayhew understands the best rosters in the NFL
begin with successful drafts.
While each of his personnel decisions will impact
the team’s performance, it may be Mayhew’s very
first draft choice as general manager that could
have the greatest long-term impact. That selection,
QB Matthew Stafford, has produced at a level the
past four seasons that is unrivaled in the history
of the franchise.
Stafford had one of the biggest breakout
seasons in 2011 when he set franchise passing
records for yards (5,038) and touchdowns (41). He
led the team to several comeback wins, including
an NFL record three wins after trailing by 17+
points, four after trailing by 13+ points and two
20+-point comebacks in back-to-back-weeks. His
performance earned him the 2011 AP Comeback
Player of the Year award.
In his six seasons, Stafford has claimed the
team’s career, season and single-game passing
records in nearly every category. He is just one
of three players in NFL history to throw for 4,000
yards four times in his first six career seasons, and
he reached 20,000 career passing yards faster (71
games) than any player in NFL history. He is also
the fourth-fastest player to throw for 100 career
touchdowns (55 games). Additionally, Stafford
now owns the team’s franchise record with 65
consecutive starts (67 including postseason) by
a quarterback.
Despite the fact that he will play in his sixth NFL
season, Stafford is still just 27-years old heading
into the 2015 season.
Along with Stafford, Mayhew’s first draft
also produced two other starters in TE Brandon
Pettigrew and LB DeAndre Levy, who both signed
long-term contract extensions over the past three
seasons. Pettigrew owns several single-season
receiving records by Lions tight ends. Levy broke
out in 2013 with six interceptions, the most by a
Lions linebacker since Hall of Fame LB Joe Schmidt
in 1958, and he followed that season up with a
stellar 2014 campaign when he finished second in
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the NFL in tackles (151) and registered the most
solo tackles (117) in the League.
Mayhew drafted four-time Pro Bowl and twotime All-Pro DT Ndamukong Suh in his second draft
in 2010. Suh anchored the defensive line for five
seasons before departing via free agency.
The Lions’ first-round draft pick in 2012, T Riley
Reiff, has moved right into the left tackle spot
following the retirement of 12-year veteran Jeff
Backus. He anchors the team’s left side of the
offensive line and is now one of the pillars of a
young, aggressive offensive line. Along with Reiff,
second-rounder WR Ryan Broyles still seeks to
bolster the receiver position after injuries slowed
him down early in his career.
Universally touted as the team’s best draft class
under Mayhew, the 2013 class produced several
starters and key contributors throughout the draft
and via the undrafted free agents. Ten members of
that class will start or compete for roster positions
to provide depth on this year’s team.
Taken fifth overall, DE Ezekiel Ansah has
totaled 15.5 sacks in his first two season, and he
will continue to force the edge at defensive end.
Second-round CB Darius Slay took a big step in
year two at the corner position to help elevate the
Lions defense to one of the top units in the NFL. He
finished in the top-10 in pass defenses (17) in the
NFL. In Round 3, Detroit drafted G Larry Warford to
help anchor the team’s interior offensive line at the
right guard position. Warford was named Rookie of
the Year by Pro Football Focus as well as all-rookie
by several publications. In the fifth round, the team
traded up to select P Sam Martin, who not only set
the team’s single-season net punting record (40.4)
but also has the second-highest tally by a rookie
in NFL history. Martin also contributed greatly on
kickoffs, registering 38 touchbacks. Martin has
accumulated the third highest punting average
(46.7) and net punting average (40.3) in NFL history
by a punter through his first two seasons.
Solidifying the strength of this class were the
signings of TE Joseph Fauria and T LaAdrian
Waddle as undrafted free agents. Fauria caught
seven touchdown passes, the second-most in a
season by a Lions tight end. Waddle made the
roster and started eight of the last nine games
as a rookie and 10 games during his second year
despite battling injuries.
Seven draft picks from the 2014 class will
complete for starting spots or back up roles this
season, including TE Eric Ebron, LB Kyle Van Noy,
C Travis Swanson, CB Nevin Lawson, DE Larry
Webster, DT Caraun Reid and WR TJ Jones. Joining
that class are undrafted free agents T Cornelius
Lucas and S Mohammed Seisay, who each played
in at least 13 games last year as rookies.
STRENGTHENING POSITIONS
Mayhew maximizes his resources in an effort
to not only strengthen the team by improving
individual talent, but also by strengthening each
position unit from top to bottom. Instead of just
featuring a few standout players, this team now
moves forward with deep, talented position
groups.
Offensively, wide receiver and tight end have
become positions of strength and a critical
complement to Stafford at quarterback.
Leading the receivers is All-Pro WR Calvin
Johnson, who is a four-time Pro Bowl selection.
After signing a new eight-year contract in March
2012, Johnson is now entering his eighth year with
the club. He combines unparalleled athletic ability
and size with an outstanding work ethic that has
resulted in him now being considered among the
very best players in the game.
While he produced at a high level early in his
career, Johnson elevated his game the past four
seasons to historical proportions. Despite injuries
and missing three games last year, Johnson still
registered over 1,000 yards and reached 10,000
yards in the fewest games (115) in NFL history. In
2013, he became the first player in NFL history to
register 5,000 receiving yards over a three-year
stretch and he now holds the NFL career record for
average yards per game (88.0). In 2012, Johnson
broke Hall of Fame WR Jerry Rice’s single-season
receiving yards record when he recorded 1,964
yards. He also set records in 2012 for the most
consecutive 100-yard games (eight) and tied an NFL
record with 11 100-yard games in a season. In 2011,
Johnson set a team record with 16 touchdown
catches, and he accumulated 1,681 receiving yards,
now the third-most in team history.
Joining Johnson in 2014 was Tate, who led the
Lions with a career-high in catches (99) and yards
(1,331). He had the sixth-highest single-season
tally of receptions and tied for the seventh-most
yards in a season by a Lions receiver. Four of his
top-5 career single-game receiving totals, including
his three best games, all occurred last year.
With both Johnson and Tate each registering
1,000 receiving yards in 2014, it marked the sixth
time in team history two receivers netted over
1,000 yards in the same season.
Few teams feature a group of talented tight
ends who offer multiple dimensions as do the
Lions. Pettigrew, the seventh-year tight end who
re-signed a four-year contract extension in 2014,
re-wrote the record books for Lions tight ends in
2010 and 2011, and he continues to move toward
threatening the team’s career receiving records
by tight ends. Joining Pettigrew is Fauria and
Ebron, the Lions’ 2014 first-round selection. Fauria
provides an additional weapon for the Lions offense
in the Red Zone, having caught eight touchdowns in
his first two seasons, and Ebron presents matchup
challenges for opponents with his size, speed and
ability to flex out wide.
Upfront, the Lions have transformed the
offensive line over the past few years to feature
a young, tough and physical offensive line. After
drafting Reiff in 2012, who now has started the past
two years at left tackle, the Lions added Warford at
right guard in 2013 and drafted Swanson at center
in 2014 as the long-term replacement for 14-year
veteran Dominic Raiola. Depth has also been
addressed with the signing of undrafted free agents
Waddle (2013) and Lucas (2014), both battling
for the starting spot at right tackle. At left guard,
the Lions drafted Laken Tomlinson, considered by
most as the top guard of the 2015 draft, while also
acquiring Manny Ramirez, a Pro Bowler who can
play both guard and center, via trade from Denver.
At running back, Joique Bell has emerged
as the Lions’ workhorse in the backfield. Last
year, he rushed for a career high 860 yards and
seven touchdowns and caught 34 passes for 322
yards. It was the second-consecutive season he
accumulated over 1,100 yards from scrimmage.
Third-year RB Theo Riddick has been effective
in the passing game out of the backfield as he
caught a career high 34 passes for 316 yards and
accumulated four receiving touchdowns last year.
Bell and Riddick are joined by 2015 second-round
draft pick Ameer Abdullah.
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On defense, the team’s ability to disrupt
opponent offenses starts upfront with the Lions
defensive line. Over the past two seasons, the Lions
have allowed the lowest rushing yards per game by
opponents (84.5) in the NFL. Since 2010, the Lions
defensive linemen have registered 164.5 sacks,
fourth-most in the League among defensive line
units. Ansah, along with Jason Jones, Devin Taylor
and Darryl Tapp, will lead the way of the edge at
the defensive end position. The Lions immediately
reinforced its interior at defensive tackle with the
additions of Ngata and free agent Tyrunn Walker
along with 2014 draft pick Cauran Reid and 2015
pick Gabe Wright.
At linebacker, the team returns starters Stephen
Tulloch in the middle and Levy at one of the outside
spots. In 2011, Tulloch had career highs in sacks,
interceptions and fumble recoveries in his first
season with Detroit, which led to him signing a
new five-year contact in the following offseason.
The importance of re-signing Tulloch to a longterm deal was not understated by Mayhew as he
referred to him as the quarterback on defense. Levy
proved to be one of the NFL’s biggest playmakers
over the past two seasons at outside linebacker
when he garnered seven interceptions, most among
linebackers. He is one of only two players to collect
200+ solo tackles since the start of the 2013
season. In 2014, Tahir Whitehead, drafted in 2012,
had a break out year as he started 15-of-16 games.
In the secondary, the Lions are led by Quin and
S James Ihedigbo at safety. Quin joined the Lions
in 2013 and settled the team’s free safety position
and added great leadership to the overall defense.
The Pro Bowler’s 10 interceptions are the most
among safeties in the NFL over the past two years.
Ihedigbo joined Quin at the safety position in 2014
and registered a career-high four interceptions. On
the outside, the Lions return Slay and veteran CB
Rashean Mathis, who re-signed with the Lions to a
new two-year deal. Along with Lawson, free agent
CB Josh Wilson and 2015 draft picks Alex Carter
and Quandre Diggs look to strengthen the team’s
defensive back unit.
The Lions now feature two of the strongest
kickers in the NFL. Martin has become a valuable
weapon for Lions special teams as a punter and
kickoff specialist and will be called upon for years
to come. Mayhew also solidified the kicking game
when he re-signed Prater to a new three-year deal
this past off-season.
LEGAL BACKGROUND
Throughout his journey leading up to his current
post, Mayhew has always kept an eye toward the
future, as evidenced by his strategic exposure to
several jobs and internships while earning his law
degree from Georgetown’s Law Center (2000). He
is one of three Lions’ front office executives and
administrators with law degrees.
During the 1999 NFL season, while attending
law school, Mayhew served a nine-month
internship in the Washington Redskins’ pro
personnel department, which exposed him to the
responsibilities of an NFL scouting department.
While with the Redskins, he scouted NFL players,
including late NFL cuts, and worked the waiver
wire and also assisted in the evaluation of college
players for the 2000 NFL Draft. Mayhew also had
two separate internship stints with the NFL in both
the labor operations and legal departments.
In labor operations, Mayhew worked closely with
NFL executives on issues involving player contracts
and the salary cap. With the legal department,
Mayhew assisted the NFL’s in-house labor counsel
by researching legal issues, digesting cases in
preparation for arbitration hearings and drafting
legal memoranda related to player injury and noninjury grievances. He also was exposed to corporate
law while working for Akin, Gump, Strauss, Hauer
and Feld, L.L.P. in Washington D.C., one of the NFL’s
primary firms used as outside counsel. At Akin,
Gump, Strauss, Hauer and Feld, he researched legal
issues, wrote legal documents and assisted firm
associates and partners in preparation for litigation.
PRO CAREER
Mayhew played nine years in the NFL as a
cornerback for Buffalo (1988), Washington (198992) and Tampa Bay (1993-96). He was the Bills’
10th-round selection in the 1988 NFL Draft and
was a starter on the Redskins’ Super Bowl XXVI
championship team.
SEMINOLE STANDOUT
He entered the League after graduating from
Florida State with a Bachelor of Science degree
in business management. While at FSU, he was
a National Merit and Achievement Scholar and
earned GTE CoSida Academic All-America honors.
He was also a two-sport athlete, lettering on
both the Seminoles’ football and track teams.
Between graduation and the draft, Mayhew was
a corporate trainee at First Union National Bank
in Charlotte, N.C.
OFF THE FIELD
Throughout his professional career, Mayhew
has contributed to several community endeavors
both as a player and as an executive. In 1993, while
playing for Tampa Bay, Mayhew was given the
Chelo Huerta Community Service Award, and the
following year he was a nominee for the True Value
Hardware Man of the Year. From 1995-96, Mayhew
was the Bucs’ United Way Spokesperson. Mayhew
is a member of the Florida Bar. Additionally,
Mayhew is a member of the Board of Trustees for
the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village and
Board of Directors of Detroit PAL.
For the past seven years, he has hosted the
Martin Mayhew Youth Football Coaching Academy
for approximately 100 coaches from Detroit PAL.
The purpose of the camp is to provide additional
teaching and training tools for coaches so they
can continue having a positive and long-lasting
impact on the young lives they touch through
youth football.
Mayhew and his wife, Sabrina, have a daughter,
Sierra, and two sons, Ryan and Justin.
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JIM CALDWELL
HEAD COACH
Years with Lions: 2
Years as NFL Head Coach: 5
Years in NFL: 15
As the Lions’ head coach, Jim Caldwell guides
the team with 38 years of previous coaching
experience, which includes 14 NFL seasons and
24 years on the college level prior to his arrival
in Detroit last year. Two Super Bowl titles and
three appearances in the NFL’s championship
game and 12 playoff appearances highlight his
coaching resume, which includes leading the 2009
Indianapolis Colts to an AFC Championship and
Super Bowl XLVI appearance and guiding the Lions
to a playoff berth last season.
On January 14, 2014, the day Caldwell was
hired by the Ford Family to lead this proud and
historic franchise, his message to the organization
was two-fold:
“Image and identity. Either you create it, or
somebody’s going to create it for you,” Caldwell
stated. “So, let me tell you what we’re going to
look like. We’re going to be smart. We’re going to
be a football team that takes the field that’s not
going to shoot itself in the foot.
“We’re going to be a team that is disciplined,
focused and understands situational football. It’s
going to be drilled and drilled and drilled and not
just given lip service. What you should see on the
field is obviously a product of our coaching, our
instruction and our demands.”
Caldwell continued, “We’re going to do things
the right way, but we’re going to be a physical,
hard-nosed, rough football team. We’re going to
flat get after you from the word ‘go’ every single
snap of the ball on offense, defense and in the
kicking game.”
With that message firmly in place, Caldwell
enters his second season in Detroit seeking to take
the Lions to greater heights in 2015 after finishing
11-5 last year.
FIRST SEASON IN DETROIT
By finishing 2014 with an 11-5 regular season
record, Caldwell tied Potsy Clark (1931, Portsmouth
Spartans) for the most wins in franchise history
by a coach in his first year with the club. He is the
third coach in team history to lead the Lions to the
playoffs in his first year with Detroit (George Wilson
in 1957; Bobby Ross in 1997).
Caldwell is the seventh coach in franchise history
(since 1930) to lead the Lions to a winning record
(entire season) in his first year with the club, and he
is one of four coaches (Potsy Clark in 1931, George
Wilson in 1962 and Wayne Fontes in 1991) to lead
the Lions to 11+ wins in a season.
Defensively, the Lions put together one of the
best units in team history over the course of a
season. Detroit ranked second overall in team
defense (300.9 yds/g) and third in points allowed
(17.6 pts/g). The team’s No. 2 ranking in total
defenses was the highest finish for the Lions since
1970, and the 300.9 yards allowed per game was
the lowest tally allowed since 1993.
Detroit’s top-ranked rush defense allowed just
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69.3 yards per game, which not only set a team
single-season record but it ranked as the ninth best
single-season run defense in NFL history.
Improved ball security became one of the
team’s greatest improvements in 2014. By
accumulating a +7 turnover differential (27
takeaways, 20 giveaways), the Lions finished with
a +19 improvement in turnover margin, which was
the second-best improvement in the NFL over the
past two seasons. Detroit decreased the team’s
turnovers by producing 14 less giveaways last year
compared to 2013 and finished tied for the secondbest improvement.
Five players accrued Pro Bowl honors for their
2014 performances (WR Calvin Johnson, CB Glover
Quin, QB Matthew Stafford, DT Ndamukong Suh and
WR Golden Tate). The five-player group represents
the most Pro Bowl players for the Lions since 2000.
Additionally, it was the first time ever the Lions had
two wide receivers named to the same Pro Bowl,
Stafford became the first Lions quarterback to play
in the Pro Bowl since 1972 and Quin became the
first Lions Pro Bowl safety since 1992.
Lions Leaders, Most Wins in Head Coach’s First
Year
RkCoach
Year G W L T
1 Potsy Clark
1931* 14 11 3 0
2 Jim Caldwell 2014 16 11 5 0
3 Bobby Ross 1997 16 9 7 0
4 George Wilson 1957 12 8 4 0
5t Dutch Clark
1937 11 7 4 0
5t Buddy Parker 1951 12 7 4 1
7 Gus Henderson 1939 11 6 5 0
* Portsmouth Spartans (1930-33)
Lions Leaders, Playoff Berths in Head Coach’s
First Season
Year WL T Coach
Finish
19578 40G. Wilson 1st in NFL Western Conference
19979 70B. Ross 3rd in NFC Central; Wild Card
20141150J. Caldwell2nd NFC North; Wild Card
Lions Leaders, Single-Season Wins by Head Coach
Rk Year G W L T Head Coach
119911612
40Wayne Fontes
2t
1931*
1411
30Potsy Clark
2t
19621411
30George Wilson
2t
20141611
50Jim Caldwell
COACHING OVERVIEW
¾¾ Hired as head coach for the Detroit Lions January 14, 2014.
¾¾ In four years as an NFL head coach, Caldwell has
led his teams to 11+ wins twice, including last
season with Detroit (11) and in 2009 while with
Indianapolis (14).
¾¾ With an 11-5 record in 2014 as Lions head coach,
Caldwell has now won 10+ games for the third
time in four seasons as a head coach in the NFL,
which also includes 14-2 in 2009 and 10-6 in
2010 with Indianapolis.
¾¾ Holds a 37-27 (.578) regular-season record in
four seasons as an NFL head coach. He captured
his third 10-win season in his first year with the
Lions by leading the team to an 11-5 finish.
¾¾ In 14 NFL seasons, Caldwell has worked on
coaching staffs that have led teams to 12 winning seasons and only once finished below .500.
Overall, Caldwell’s teams he coached for have
compiled a 149-75 regular season record, along
with 12 playoff appearances, eight division titles,
three conference championships and two Super
Bowl wins.
¾¾ Coached in three Super Bowls with Indianapolis
(XLI and XLIV) and Baltimore (XLVII) and won two
Super Bowl titles (Indianapolis and Baltimore).
¾¾ In first year as head coach for Indianapolis
(2009), he won the AFC Championship and led
the franchise to Super Bowl XLIV. He became the
first NFL coach to win his first 14 games and the
fifth rookie head coach to reach the Super Bowl.
¾¾ One of four head coaches to produce 24+ regularseason wins and a Super Bowl berth in their first
two career seasons as head coach.
¾¾ Led the Colts to two consecutive AFC South
division titles in 2009 and 2010.
¾¾ In eight of the 10 seasons Caldwell coached in
Indianapolis, the Colts ranked in the Top-10 in
total offense eight times and six times in the
Top-5.
¾¾ From 2003-09, Caldwell was the Colts quarterbacks coach and was also promoted to assistant
head coach and associate head coach during
that time. He worked closely with QB Peyton
Manning and the team’s quarterbacks. During
that span, Indianapolis set NFL records with
seven consecutive seasons finishing with 11+
wins (6, Dallas 1976-81) and 12+ victories (4,
Dallas, 1992-95).
¾¾ Manning won all four of his NFL MVP (2003,
2004, 2008, 2009) awards under Caldwell’s
tutelage.
¾¾ Two of his quarterbacks, Manning (Super Bowl
XLI) and Ravens QB Joe Flacco (Super Bowl
XLVII) were named Super Bowl MVPs following
their teams’ respective championship runs.
¾¾ Led the Ravens offense to a 5-2 record after
taking over as offensive coordinator late in the
2012 season as the team averaged 400.6 yards
per game during that span.
RAVENS SUPER RUN
On December 10, 2012, less than one year since
joining the Ravens as the team’s quarterbacks
coach, Caldwell was promoted to offensive
coordinator with just three weeks to play in the
regular season. Ravens Head Coach John Harbaugh
entrusted Caldwell to lead the team’s offensive unit
in its run to make the playoffs. What resulted from
this decision changed the direction of the Ravens
and put them on path to claim an NFL title by
winning Super Bowl XLVII.
After Caldwell took over the team’s offense,
the Ravens would win the AFC North and go on
to win the Super Bowl. In the team’s final seven
games, including four in the postseason, the Ravens
averaged 400.6 yards per game and 27.3 points
per game, including 410.3 yards per game and
31.0 points per game in the playoffs. The Ravens’
31.0 points/game in the postseason is the highest
playoff scoring average in NFL history by a Super
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Bowl team who advanced from the Wild Card round
and played four playoff games.
During that span, QB Joe Flacco threw 15
touchdowns with just one interception, along
with 1,737 passing yards. In the playoffs, Flacco
threw 11 touchdowns and 0 interceptions and
accumulated a 117.2 passer rating. He joined Hall
of Fame QB Joe Montana as the only passers
in NFL history to throw 11+ touchdowns and 0
interceptions during an NFL postseason.
Caldwell served as the Ravens offensive
coordinator in 2013 before arriving in Detroit.
INDY’S HORSEPOWER
In 10 seasons in Indianapolis (2002-11),
including three as the franchise’s head coach
(2009-11), Caldwell and the Colts achieved almost
unparalleled success. In each of the first nine
seasons, the Colts made the playoffs with a recordsetting nine-consecutive playoff appearances
that included six AFC South titles, two Super
Bowl berths (XLI and XLIV) and one Super Bowl
championship (XLI).
In 2009, Caldwell was named the Colts’ head
coach, a position he would oversee for the next
three seasons. In his first two seasons, he directed
the Colts to 14-2 and 10-6 regular-season records,
winning consecutive AFC South titles, an AFC
Championship and earning a berth in Super Bowl
XLIV. He is one of just four head coaches in NFL
history to win 24+ games and earn a berth in the
Super Bowl in the coach’s first two career seasons
as a head coach.
During his first season as the Colts head coach,
the team was 14-2. He became the NFL’s only
rookie head coach to win his first 14 games in a
season and second to win 14 games in his rookie
season as coach. He also became the fifth rookie
head coach to reach the Super Bowl.
As a crucial piece to the Colts offensive coaching
staff, Caldwell worked closely with All-Pro QB
Peyton Manning and the team’s quarterbacks.
His leadership helped guide the Colts offense to
eight Top-10 rankings in total offense during his
10 seasons with Indianapolis, and the team was a
Top-5 offense six different times.
In Caldwell’s first two seasons as head coach
(2009-10), Manning recorded the highest (4,700
yards in 2010) and third-highest (4,500 yards
in 2009) passing totals in team history. In both
seasons, he threw for 33 touchdowns which
ranked as the second and third-highest tallies in
Colts history.
From 2002-10, the Colts won 109 games as
Manning averaged a league-best 266.7 yards per
game and threw for the most touchdowns (288)
during that span. His completion percentage (66.7)
and passer rating (99.3) were also the best in the
NFL during those nine seasons. All four NFL MVP
honors earned by Manning occurred while working
with Caldwell.
Caldwell spent his first three seasons as a
quarterbacks coach before earning the expanded
title of assistant head coach prior to the 2005
season. He was elevated to associate head coach
with the club in 2008.
PREVIOUS COACHING EXPERIENCE
Caldwell’s NFL coaching roots date back to
2001 when he worked as a quarterbacks coach
with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. After acquiring QB
Brad Johnson via free agency, Caldwell helped the
veteran quarterback to break then-team records
for passing yards (3,046), completions (340) and
attempts (540) as the team finished 9-7 and earned
an NFC Wild Card berth.
Before making the jump to the NFL, Caldwell
spent seven seasons as the head coach at Wake
Forest University where the Demon Deacons’
offense ranked in the NCAA’s Top-25 four times. In
1999, he led the team to its first winning season
and bowl appearance (Aloha Bowl) since 1992. In
1995, the offense was ranked 10th in the nation
and QB Rusty LaRue established seven NCAA
passing records.
From 1986-92, Caldwell was an assistant at
Penn State where he coached the wide receivers
(1986), quarterbacks and wide receivers (1987-90)
and was named passing coordinator in 1991-92.
With the Nittany Lions, Caldwell tutored QB Kerry
Collins early in his college career. Collins would end
his career at Penn State winning the Davey O’Brien
Award as the nation’s top college quarterback
and the Maxwell Award as the nation’s most
outstanding player.
Caldwell’s previous coaching stints include
assistant positions at Louisville (1985), Colorado
(1981-83), Northwestern (1981) and Southern
Illinois (1978-80).
He launched his coaching career in 1977 as a
graduate assistant for the Iowa Hawkeyes football
program.
During his college coaching career, Caldwell
coached in six bowl games and won a national
championship with Penn State in 1986. He also
worked for several legendary college coaches
who all won national titles during their careers,
including Joe Paterno (Penn State), Howard
Schnellenberger (Louisville), Bill McCartney
(Colorado) and Rey Dempsey (Southern Illinois).
COLLEGE PLAYING CAREER
Caldwell was a four-year starter at defensive
back (1973-76) for the Iowa Hawkeyes. He holds a
bachelor’s degree in liberal arts from the University
of Iowa.
JIM AND CHERYL CALDWELL FOUNDATION
AND COMMUNITY ACTIVISM
In 2009, Caldwell and his wife, Cheryl, launched
The Jim and Cheryl Caldwell Foundation. The
Foundation is committed to the educational
empowerment of children through digital
technology and “Preparing young minds for
advancement in the 21st Century.”
To achieve this, the Caldwells are creating and
providing community centers with integrated digital
technology that serves as a catalyst to impact,
change and enrich a child’s learning proficiency.
In September 2014, The Jim and Cheryl Caldwell
Foundation, in collaboration with the Detroit Lions,
opened “The Project Phoenix Learning Center,”
a new 21st Century computer lab and learning
center at the Detroit Lions Academy. The learning
center includes new computers with Promethean
ActivBoards, ActivSlate, ActivExpressions,
a network printer, internet accessibility and
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specialized interactive instructional software.
Caldwell also supports the Midnight Golf
Program that teaches under-served young
adults the game of golf and important life skills,
including financial literacy, college preparation and
community activism.
In 2015, Caldwell served as honorary chairman
for the Charlie Sanders Foundation annual “Have
A Heart Save A Life” Celebrity Golf Outing, which
provides support to Student Healthy Heart Check
programs provided by Beaumont Hospital and the
Henry Ford Health System.
During his first-year as the Lions head coach,
Caldwell was honored by the Detroit Historical
Society’s Black Historic Sites Committee after
becoming the Lions’ first African American head
coach.
PERSONAL BACKGROUND
Born on January 16, 1955 in Beloit, Wisc.,
Caldwell attended Beloit Memorial High School. He
and his wife have four children: Jimmy, Jermaine,
Jared and Natalie.
CALDWELL’S HEAD COACHING RECORD
Regular Season
Year TeamG W L T Pct Result
2009 Ind 16 14 2 0 .875 1st AFC South
2010 Ind 16 10 6 0 .625 1st AFC South
2011 Ind 16 2 14 0 .125 4th AFC South
2014 Det 16 11 5 0 .688 2nd NFC North
Totals
64 37 27 0 .578
Postseason
Year TeamG
2009 Ind 3
2010 Ind 1
2014 Det 1
Totals
5
W
2
0
0
2
L
1
1
1
3
T
0
0
0
0
Pct Playoff Berth
.667 Super Bowl XLIV
.000 AFC Wild Card
.000 NFC Wild Card
.400
Overall G WL T Pct
Regular Season 64 37 27 0 .578
Postseason 5 2 3 0 .400
Totals
69 39 30 0 .565
CALDWELL’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2014 Head Coach...................................................................2014Baltimore Ravens.......................................2012-13
Offensive Coordinator...................................................2013
Quarterbacks/Offensive Coordinator........................2012
Indianapolis Colts.......................................2002-11
Head Coach.............................................................. 2009-11
Associate Head Coach.................................................2008
Assistant Head Coach/Quarterbacks................ 2006-07
Quarterbacks........................................................... 2002-05
Tampa Bay Buccaneers....................................2001
Quarterbacks..................................................................2001
Wake Forest University..........................1993-2000
Head Coach..........................................................1993-2000
Penn State University.................................1986-92
Passing Game Coordinator/Quarterbacks........ 1988-92
Quarterbacks..................................................................1987
Wide Receivers..............................................................1986
University of Louisville....................................1985
Assistant Coach.............................................................1985
University of Colorado................................1982-84
Assistant Coach...................................................... 1982-84
Northwestern University.................................1981
Assistant Coach.............................................................1981
Southern Illinois University........................1978-80
Assistant Coach...................................................... 1978-80
University of Iowa...........................................1977
Graduate Assistant.......................................................1977
RON PRINCE
ASSISTANT HEAD COACH/
TIGHT ENDS
Years with Lions: 2
Years in NFL: 5
Ron Prince joined the Lions in 2014 as assistant
head coach/tight ends and helped lead Detroit to
a berth in the NFC Wild Card game last season
after serving as the Rutgers offensive coordinator
in 2013. Now in his second season with Detroit,
Prince possesses 23 years of coaching experience,
including five in the NFL. He has previously
held assistant offensive line positions with the
Jacksonville Jaguars (2012) and Indianapolis Colts
(2010-11), and has been a head coach (Kansas
State) and offensive coordinator (Virginia, Rutgers)
during his 19 years at the collegiate level.
LIONS COACHING HIGHLIGHTS
In the Lions’ new offense in 2014, Prince helped
Detroit’s tight end group become an integral piece
of multiple offensive formations, particularly in run
and pass block situations.
¾¾ After re-signing with the Lions in the offseason
to a four-year contract, TE Brandon Pettigrew
continued his ascent into the Lions record books
for tight ends. Heading into his seventh NFL
season, he currently ranks in the Top-5 among
all tight ends in Lions history in receptions (294;
2nd), receiving yards (3,054; 4th), receiving
touchdowns (16; 4th) and first-down receptions
(148; 1st).
¾¾ Rookie TE Eric Ebron battled through injuries
in his first NFL season to appear in 13 games
(seven starts) as he finished with 25 receptions
for 248 yards and one touchdown.
In 2013, Prince led Rutgers to the Pinstripe Bowl
and saw two of his players, TE Tyler Kroft and RB
Paul James, earn All-American Athletic Conference
honors in 2013.
Prince worked as an assistant offensive line
coach in the NFL from 2010-12 with the Jaguars
and Colts. In 2010, he helped Indianapolis’ offensive
line pave the way for more than 5,000 yards of total
offense for the 13th-consecutive season en route
to the team’s second-straight AFC South division
championship. His unit also finished tied atop the
NFL in sacks allowed with 16 on 695 pass attempts
as the Colts’ offense ranked fourth in total offense
and first in passing offense. Prince also guided C
Jeff Saturday to a fifth Pro Bowl selection that
season, and the offensive line unit protected QB
Peyton Manning as he set an NFL single-season
record with 450 pass completions.
Before jumping to the NFL ranks, Prince served
various positions at Kansas State (2006-08) and
Virginia (2001-05, 2009), respectively. Before
returning to Virginia in 2009 to coach special teams,
Prince was the head coach at Kansas State where
he led the Wildcats to 17 wins, the most by any
head coach in his first three seasons in school
history. In 2003, he was promoted from offensive
line coach to offensive coordinator at Virginia as
he commandeered the Cavaliers’ offense to four
consecutive bowl games from 2002-05. During
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Prince’s time at Virginia, 11 players earned All-ACC
honors, including the conference’s 2002 Player of
the Year, QB Matt Schaub. Among the NFL talent
Prince helped develop at both programs include
T D’Brickashaw Ferguson, QB Josh Freeman, TE
Heath Miller and WR Jordy Nelson.
A native of Junction City, Kan., and former
offensive lineman at Dodge City Community College
(1988-89), Prince began his coaching career at the
school as a volunteer in 1992 before earning his
first coaching job at Alabama A&M as offensive
line coach in 1993. His previous collegiate coaching
stops include offensive line positions at South
Carolina State (1994), James Madison (1995-97)
and Cornell (1998-2000). He also served minority
coaching internships with the Jaguars (1996),
Washington Redskins (1997), Atlanta Falcons
(1998) and New York Giants (2000).
Prince played collegiately for two seasons at
Appalachian State from 1990-91, where he also
earned a bachelor’s degree in history in 1992, after
beginning his playing career at Dodge City. He was
born September 18, 1969, and he has four children,
Deuce, James, Grace and John.
PRINCE’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2014 Assistant Head Coach/Tight Ends...........................2014Rutgers...........................................................2013
Offensive Coordinator...................................................2013
Jacksonville Jaguars.......................................2012
Assistant Offensive Line..............................................2012
Assistant Offensive Line....................................... 2010-11
Virginia...........................................................2009
Special Teams................................................................2009
Kansas State.............................................2006-08
Head Coach.............................................................. 2006-08
Virginia......................................................2001-05
Offensive Coordinator............................................ 2003-05
Offensive Line......................................................... 2001-02
Cornell................................................... 1998-2000
Offensive Line.....................................................1998-2000
James Madison..........................................1995-97
Offensive Line......................................................... 1995-97
South Carolina State.......................................1994
Offensive Line................................................................1994
Alabama A&M.................................................1993
Offensive Line................................................................1993
Dodge City Community College.........................1992
Volunteer........................................................................1992
TERYL AUSTIN
DEFENSIVE
COORDINATOR
Years with Lions: 2
Years in NFL: 12
Teryl Austin joined the Detroit Lions as the
team’s defensive coordinator in 2014 after spending
the previous three seasons as the Baltimore Ravens
defensive backs coach. In his first season at the
helm of the Lions’ defense, Austin led one of the
NFL’s most dominant units as Detroit finished the
season ranked No. 2 in total defense (300.9 yards
per game) and No. 1 in rushing defense (69.3 yards
per game).
A former safety at the University of Pittsburgh,
Austin brings 24 years of defensive coaching
experience to the Lions’ staff, specifically with a
special talent for developing and teaching defensive
backs. He spent 10 seasons as a defensive backs
coach in the NFL, including stints with the Seattle
Seahawks (2003-06), Arizona Cardinals (2007-09)
and most recently with the Ravens (2011-13). In
each of those three stops, he helped his teams
pave the way to Super Bowl appearances (Seattle
in 2005, Arizona in 2008 and Baltimore in 2012). In
2012, he helped guide the Ravens to a win in Super
Bowl XLVII in New Orleans.
¾¾ The Lions’ No. 2 ranking in total defense to finish
the 2014 season is the highest since 1970 when
the team also ranked second (246.3 yards per
game). 300.9 yards allowed per game is also
the lowest total yielded by the Lions since 1993
(291.8), as well as the fourth-lowest yards allowed per game total during a 16-game season
(since 1978).
¾¾ By holding the Bears to just 14 points in the
Lions’ win at Chicago (12/21), Detroit limited
opponents to 17 points or less in 11 games in
2014. The Lions’ 11 games of allowing 17 points
or less are the second-most accumulated in a
season by Detroit in team history. The team
record is 12 in 1934.
¾¾ Detroit finished the season yielding 1,109 rushing yards, and became the ninth team in NFL
history to finish the season allowing less than
70 rushing yards per game. In 16 games, the
Lions allowed 69.3 rushing yards per game and
finished with the ninth-best opponent rushing
yards allowed per game average in NFL history.
¾¾ The 69.3 rushing yards allowed per game by the
Lions in 2014 also set a franchise record, breaking the previous mark set in 1970 (82.3 yds/g).
¾¾ 2014 marked the first time the Lions finished
in the Top-2 in total defense since 1970 and
first since the NFL started playing a 16-game
schedule in 1978.
¾¾ With an interception against the Chicago Bears
(12/21), the Lions concluded their streak with an
interception at 12-straight games. The streak
was the longest by the Lions in a single season
since 1981 (13), and the 1981 season was also
the last time the Lions intercepted a pass in
10+-straight games.
¾¾ Detroit set a new franchise record in the team’s
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playoff game at Dallas (1/4/15) as the team
registered six sacks (51 yards lost) against
the Cowboys. The Lions’ six sacks surpassed
the previous high of four sacks garnered at
Cleveland December 28, 1952. The team’s six
sacks doubled the highest previous total (3 vs.
Dallas 1/5/92) since sacks became an official
statistic in 1982.
¾¾ S Glover Quin, with seven interceptions on the
year, became the first Lions player to lead the
NFL in interceptions since Hall of Fame CB Lem
Barney in 1967 when he registered 10 during
his exceptional rookie campaign. Quin is the
first Lions defensive player to finish the season
with sole possession of first place among league
leaders in interceptions since Hall of Fame DB
Jack Christensen in 1953.
ADDITIONAL COACHING HIGHLIGHTS
¾¾ Coached the Baltimore Ravens secondary from
2011-13. During that span, the Ravens ranked
first in the NFL in pass defenses with 298. In his
three seasons in Baltimore, the Ravens defense
ranked in the Top-10 in Red Zone defense, including a League-leading opponent touchdown
percentage of 38.1 in 2011.
¾¾ As defensive coordinator at the University of
Florida in 2010, the Gators recorded 22 interceptions, the fourth-most in the nation that season.
The Florida defensive backfield also returned
four of those picks for touchdowns.
¾¾ Mentored three Cardinals defensive backs to
the Pro Bowl as Arizona’s defensive backs
coach in 2009, including CB Dominique RodgersCromartie, S Antrel Rolle and S Adrian Wilson.
His Cardinals secondary also led the League in
interception-touchdowns (six) in 2007.
¾¾ In his first NFL coaching stint, Austin’s defensive backfield in Seattle ranked 10th in the NFL
in interceptions with 67 over his four seasons
(2003-06).
¾¾ Spent time as defensive backs coach at Michigan
(1999-2002), Syracuse (1996-98) and Wake
Forest (1993-95). He also served as a graduate
assistant at Penn State from 1991-92.
Austin joined the Baltimore Ravens staff in
2011and quickly developed the team’s secondary
into an integral part of one of the NFL’s most
consistent and feared defenses in recent years.
In 2012, Austin helped guide the Ravens defense
to six interceptions in the postseason en route to
the team’s Super Bowl XLVII championship run.
Over his three seasons in Baltimore (2011-13),
the Ravens also ranked first in the NFL in pass
defenses with 298.
Austin’s history of progressing NFL talent
both young and experienced is well-documented.
In 2013, Austin’s starting CBs Lardarius Webb
(second) and Jimmy Smith (14th) both finished in
the Top-15 in the NFL in pass defenses with 22 and
16, respectively. The Ravens also saw progression
from first-round draft pick S Matt Elam, who
Austin also mentored during his time as defensive
coordinator at the University of Florida. Under
Austin’s tutelage, veteran S Ed Reed earned his
ninth career Pro Bowl nod in 2012 after co-leading
the team in interceptions with four that season.
Reed also recorded his ninth career postseason
interception in Super Bowl XLVII as the Ravens led
all playoff teams with six interceptions.
In 2011, the Ravens led the NFL in passing
touchdowns allowed with a League-low 11 and
surrendered the third-fewest points (16.6 avg/
game), tying an NFL record by ranking in the Top-3
in points allowed for the fourth consecutive season.
Prior to joining the Ravens, Austin earned his
first stint as a defensive coordinator with Florida
in 2010. His Gators defense tallied 22 interceptions
that season, ranking fourth in the NCAA and
returning four of those picks for touchdowns. In SEC
games, Florida led the conference in total defense
by allowing only 310.8 yards per game.
Austin’s college coaching career dates back to
his days as a graduate assistant at Penn State from
1991-92. He has held positions as defensive backs
coach at three prestigious universities, including
Michigan (1999-2002), Syracuse (1996-98) and
Wake Forest (1993-95) where he worked under
Lions Head Coach Jim Caldwell for three seasons.
Among the college players Austin helped prepare
for NFL careers include CB Will Allen (Syracuse),
LB Keith Bulluck (Syracuse) and CB Marlin Jackson
(Michigan).
A three-year starter and four-year letterman at
Pittsburgh, Austin played safety for the Panthers
from 1984-87. He earned his bachelor’s degree in
communications from the University of Pittsburgh
in 1988 and went on to play for the Montreal
Machine of the World League of American Football
in 1991 after attending training camps with the
Washington Redskins and Hamilton Tiger-Cats
(CFL). He attended Sharon (Pa.) High School.
Austin was born March 3, 1965. He and his wife,
April, have five children, including sons Tyler, Trey
and Torin, and daughters Alexa and Alivia.
AUSTIN’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2014 Defensive Coordinator................................................2014Baltimore Ravens.......................................2011-13
Secondary................................................................ 2011-13
Florida............................................................2010
Defensive Coordinator/Cornerbacks.........................2010
Arizona Cardinals.......................................2007-09
Defensive Backs..................................................... 2007-09
Seattle Seahawks......................................2003-06
Defensive Backs..................................................... 2003-06
Michigan................................................1999-2002
Defensive Backs.................................................1999-2002
Syracuse....................................................1996-98
Defensive Backs..................................................... 1996-98
Wake Forest...............................................1993-95
Defensive Backs..................................................... 1993-95
Penn State.................................................1991-92
Graduate Assistant................................................ 1991-92
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JOE LOMBARDI
OFFENSIVE
COORDINATOR
Years with Lions: 2
Years in NFL: 10
Joe Lombardi brings 19 years of coaching
experience to the Lions offensive coaching staff,
including nine in the NFL and seven with the New
Orleans Saints (2007-13). After holding various
positions in the college ranks, Lombardi made the
leap to the NFL as a defensive assistant with the
Atlanta Falcons in 2006 before joining the Saints in
2007. He spent his first two years in New Orleans
as an offensive assistant before being promoted
to quarterbacks coach in 2009, where he worked
exclusively with nine-time Pro Bowl QB Drew Brees
for five seasons.
Took control of the Lions offense in his first
season in Detroit, developing new pieces into a
revamped system that helped set the foundation
for a productive unit led by QB Matthew Stafford.
¾¾ For the fifth-consecutive year, the Lions offense
finished among the Top-10 in Lions single-season history for total offense, ranking eighth with
5,452 total net yards (340.8 yards per game).
¾¾ WR Golden Tate was one of the Lions’ top targets in free agency last offseason, and his impact
on Detroit’s offense was evident in his ability to
create in open space and move the chains. Tate
finished seventh in the NFL in receiving yards
with 1,331 and sixth in receptions with 99. It
marked the first time in his career he eclipsed
1,000 receiving yards.
¾¾ With WR Calvin Johnson reaching 1,077 yards
in 2014, he joined Tate (1,331) in the surpassing
of 1,000 yards as they became the first pair of
Lions receivers to both reach 1,000 in the same
season since 2006 (WR Roy Williams, 1,310; WR
Mike Furrey, 1,086). This marks only the sixth
time in Lions history that two Lions receivers
have each reached 1,000 receiving yards in the
same season.
¾¾ Thus far, Stafford has led the Lions to 17 victories when trailing or tied in the fourth quarter
or overtime, five of which came in 2014 under
Lombardi. He has six career game-winning
touchdown passes with less than one minute to
play in the fourth quarter (franchise record) and
six after the two-minute warning.
¾¾ Stafford also displayed a knack for leading the
offense on third down as he tied for fifth in the
NFL in third-down completions with 100. He
also threw 10 touchdown passes on third down
last season.
¾¾ The Lions totaled 33 offensive touchdowns in
2014 (11 rushing; 22 passing) as 12 different
players accounted for at least one score through
the air or on the ground. Johnson led all receivers with eight receiving touchdowns, while RB
Joique Bell led the ground attack with seven
rushing touchdowns.
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ADDITIONAL COACHING HIGHLIGHTS
Has spent nine previous seasons coaching in the
NFL with stops in Atlanta as a defensive assistant in 2006 and New Orleans from 2007-2013.
Began his tenure with the Saints as an offensive
assistant before earning the job as quarterbacks
coach in 2009.
¾¾ Mentored nine-time Pro Bowl QB Drew Brees
to a record-breaking season in 2011 as the
quarterback passed for 5,476 yards to break
the NFL-record for single-season passing yards
(5,084) set by Dan Marino in 1984.
¾¾ Helped the Saints to the team’s first-ever Super
Bowl victory in his first year as quarterbacks
coach in 2009 as they defeated Indianapolis,
31-17, in Super Bowl XLIV.
¾¾ Previous college coaching experience includes
Dayton (1996-98), Virginia Military Institute
(1999), Bucknell (2000) and Mercyhurst College
(2002-05). Also coached with the former XFL’s
New York/New Jersey Hitmen in 2001.
¾¾ Grandson of Hall of Fame coach Vince Lombardi.
¾¾
While with the Saints, Lombardi helped guide the
New Orleans offense to League-leading numbers.
In Lombardi’s seven seasons, New Orleans ranked
first in net passing yards (33,349), completions
(3,022) and passing touchdowns (257). In his first
season as quarterbacks coach in 2009, the Saints
finished 13-3 and defeated the Indianapolis Colts,
31-17, in Super Bowl XLIV, securing the team’s first
NFL championship in franchise history.
Lombardi’s molding of Brees into one of
the NFL’s all-time great quarterbacks is welldocumented. From 2009-2013, Brees set the NFL
individual record for most passing yards in a fiveyear span with 24,823. Under Lombardi’s coaching
for five seasons (2009-13), Brees ranked atop the
League in passing yards (24,823), completions
(2,147), passing touchdowns (195), and his passer
rating of 102.1 ranks third during that span behind
only Packers QB Aaron Rodgers (108.2) and Broncos
QB Peyton Manning (103.1). During his 2009-2012
stretch, Brees also carried an NFL-record 54-game
streak with at least one passing touchdown,
shattering the previous mark of 47 set by Hall of
Fame QB Johnny Unitas in 1960.
In 2011, Brees threw for 5,476 yards and 43
touchdowns to break Hall of Fame QB Dan Marino’s
NFL single-season passing yardage record that
stood for 27 seasons. Only Broncos QB Peyton
Manning has thrown for more yards in a single
season (5,477, 2013) since then. On the NFL’s alltime single-season passing yards list, Brees holds
four of the Top-10 spots (2008, 7th; 2011, 2nd;
2012, 4th; 2013, 5th). With 5,162 yards in 2013, he
also became the first player in NFL history to throw
for more than 5,000 yards in three-consecutive
seasons. He is only the fifth player to reach 50,000
career passing yards (51,081) and did so faster
than any other player in NFL history (183 games).
Lombardi earned his first stint in the NFL as a
defensive assistant with the Atlanta Falcons in
2006. An experienced coach on both sides of the
ball, he worked with a Falcons defensive line that
recorded 25.5 sacks that season. Prior to his time
in Atlanta, Lombardi was the offensive coordinator
and quarterbacks coach at Mercyhurst (Pa.)
University from 2002-05, where he also served as
recruiting coordinator.
The grandson of legendary NFL coach Vince
Lombardi, Lombardi graduated from the United
States Air Force Academy in 1994, where he earned
three letters as a tight end and one in lacrosse.
He began his coaching career at the University of
Dayton (1996-98) and has held previous assistant
coach positions with the Virginia Military Institute
(1999), Bucknell (2000) and New York/New Jersey
Hitmen of the former XFL (2001).
A native of Seattle, Wash., Lombardi was born
June 6, 1971. He and his wife, Molly, have six
children – sons Joseph, Thomas and Dominic, and
daughters Maria, Bernadette and Clare.
LOMBARDI’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2014 Offensive Coordinator.................................................2014New Orleans Saints................................2007-2013
Quarterbacks.......................................................2009-2013
Offensive Assistant............................................2007-2009
Atlanta Falcons...............................................2006
Defensive Assistant......................................................2006
Mercyhurst................................................2002-05
Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks................. 2002-05
New York/New Jersey Hitmen (XFL).................2001
Tight Ends/Running Backs..........................................2001
Bucknell..........................................................2000
Defensive Line/Strength & Conditioning Coordinator...2000
Virginia Military Institute................................1999
Tight Ends/Tackles.......................................................1999
Dayton.......................................................1996-98
Defensive Line........................................................ 1996-98
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JOE MARCIANO
SPECIAL TEAMS
COORDINATOR
Years with Lions: 1
Years in NFL: 29
With 29 years of experience coaching special
teams in the NFL, Joe Marciano joins the Lions
after spending the 2014 season as a special teams
consultant for the Minnesota Vikings, a role he
filled following 12 seasons as the Houston Texans’
special teams coordinator from 2002-13.
COACHING HIGHLIGHTS
¾¾ Spent 12 seasons as the Houston Texans special teams coordinator (2002-13). Up until his
departure from Houston in 2013, Marciano and
running backs coach Chick Harris were the only
coaches to have been with the Texans since the
team’s inception in 2002.
¾¾ Began his NFL coaching career in New Orleans
as the Saints’ special teams/tight ends coach
from 1986-1994 before switching primarily to
special teams in 1995. Also coached the Tampa
Bay Buccaneers’ special teams units from 19962001 where he crossed paths with Lions Head
Coach Jim Caldwell in 2001, who was the team’s
quarterbacks coach that season.
¾¾ During his tenure in Houston, the Texans ranked
among the Top-10 in the NFL in multiple special
teams categories, including punt return yards
(8th; 4,232), kickoff return yards (5th; 17,687),
total kick return yards (2nd; 21,919), opponent
punt return average (7th; 8.5) and opponent punt
return yards (9th; 3,537).
¾¾ Mentored multiple players to the Pro Bowl, including KR Jerome Mathis, K Martin Gramatica,
K Morten Andersen, DB Tyrone Hughes and DB
Bennie Thompson.
Marciano helped the Houston special teams
units set multiple records in his 12 seasons with
the team. In 2012, rookie WR Keshawn Martin
ranked fifth in the NFL with a franchise-record
12.14 yards average on punt returns, while P
Donnie Jones set a team single-season high with
a 47.2 punting average and a 40.5 net punting
average. In 2011, former wide receiver Jacoby
Jones recorded a career-high 518 yards on punt
returns and set a franchise record with the third
punt return touchdown of his career, while K Neil
Rackers set new club marks with 135 points and
32 field goals made.
The Texans tied three NFL special teams records
in 2007 under Marciano, as Houston became the
fourth team in NFL history to record four kickoff
return touchdowns in a single season. WR Andre
Davis tied another League record when he returned
two kickoffs for touchdowns in one game, becoming
only the seventh player in NFL history to do so.
Against Miami, K Kris Brown became just the third
player ever to make three field goals of 50 yards
or longer in one game.
Marciano came to Houston after spending the
previous six seasons (1996-2001) with the Tampa
Bay Buccaneers where he served in the same
capacity under former head coach Tony Dungy. In
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six seasons with Tampa, 10 players received NFC
Special Teams Player of the Week honors under
Marciano’s tutelage.
Before coming to Tampa Bay, Marciano coached
the New Orleans Saints special teams units for 10
seasons (1986-1995), as well as the team’s tight
ends for nine seasons (1986-1994).
Marciano’s coaching roots date back to Wyoming
Area (Pa.) High School in 1976 before he moved on
to various assistant coach positions in the college
ranks, including East Stroudsburg State (1977),
Rhode Island (1978-79), Villanova (1980), Penn
State (1981) and Temple (1982). He also coached
special teams for the former USFL’s Philadelphia/
Baltimore Stars from 1983-1985.
A native of Dunmore, Pa., Marciano played
quarterback at Temple, where he earned a
bachelor’s degree in health and physical education.
Prior to being hired by the Lions, Marciano resided
in Missouri City, Texas with his son, Joseph.
MARCIANO’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2015 Special Teams Coordinator.......................................2015Minnesota Vikings...........................................2014
Interim Special Teams Coordinator..........................2014
Houston Texans......................................2002-2013
Special Teams Coordinator.................................. 2002-13
Tampa Bay Buccaneers...........................1996-2001
Special Teams Coordinator..............................1996-2001
New Orleans Saints................................ 1986-1995
Special Teams Coordinator.........................................1995
Special Teams/Tight Ends.................................... 1986-94
Philadelphia/Baltimore Stars (USFL)..........1983-85
Special Teams/Tight Ends.................................... 1983-85
Temple............................................................1982
Special Teams/Tight Ends...........................................1982
Penn State......................................................1981
Tight Ends.......................................................................1981
Villanova.........................................................1980
Wide Receivers..............................................................1980
Rhode Island..............................................1978-79
Wide Receivers....................................................... 1978-79
East Stroudsburg State...................................1977
Tight Ends.......................................................................1977
Wyoming Area High School..............................1976
Assistant Coach.............................................................1976
JASON
ARAPOFF
Coordinator of
Physical Development
Years with Lions: 15
Years in NFL: 28
Jason Arapoff enters his 15th season directing
the Lions’ strength and conditioning program. His
primary role is to oversee the physical fitness of
all Lions players. As he begins his 15th season
in Detroit, Arapoff is now one season behind Aldo
Forte (1950-65) and George Wilson (1949-64) for
the second-most seasons coached (16) in team
history.
Focusing equally on the offseason regimen
and the regular season program, Arapoff utilizes
high-end cardiovascular strength training and
free weight equipment in the team’s state-ofthe-art facility. His hands-on training techniques
emphasize a balance of muscular strength and
cardiovascular fitness, and are underscored by a
comprehensive, personalized approach to each
athlete. He also has introduced a shift toward
more football-specific activities that encompass
high-intensity protocols to train the entire body.
Arapoff arrived in Detroit prior to the 2001 season
with 13 years of experience with the Washington
Redskins. While serving as the team’s conditioning
director for nine years, he was instrumental in
computerizing and implementing the team’s
strength and conditioning and nutritional programs.
Arapoff has been a monthly columnist for
Scholastic Coach Magazine and is a frequent
speaker for industry events, schools, universities
and football camps. He, along with assistant
strength and conditioning coach Ted Rath, launched
the annual Detroit Lions Strength and Conditioning
Clinic in 2011. The event is a forum for providing,
sharing and exchanging information in the everchanging world of strength and conditioning.
During his playing career as a collegian, Arapoff
was a four-year letter-winning defensive back at
Springfield (Mass.) College, where he earned his
undergraduate degree in health fitness. He went on
to obtain his master’s degree in exercise physiology
from American University in Washington, D.C.
Arapoff was born July 8, 1965. He and his wife,
Jennifer, have three daughters: Julia, and twins,
Anna and Alexa.
ARAPOFF’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2001 Coordinator of Physical Development....................2006 Strength and Conditioning................................... 2001-05
Washington Redskins............................. 1988-2000
Conditioning Director........................................1992-2000
Conditioning Assistant.......................................... 1988-91
JIM BOB
COOTER
Quarterbacks
Years with Lions: 2
Years in NFL: 7
Jim Bob Cooter joined the Lions offensive
coaching staff as the team’s quarterbacks coach
last season after serving as an offensive assistant
with the Denver Broncos in 2013. Entering his
seventh season as an NFL coach, Cooter came to
Detroit after helping guide the Broncos offense en
route to a berth in Super Bowl XLVIII in 2013.
Lions QB Matthew Stafford maintained his place
among the NFL’s Top-10 quarterbacks throughout
the 2014 season under Cooter’s guidance, as he
finished ninth in passing yards with 4,257 and
became the first Lions QB to play in the Pro Bowl
(replaced Peyton Manning) since QB Greg Landry in
1972. Among the top single-season passing marks
in team history, Stafford now holds four of the top
five spots, including: 5,038 in 2011, 4,967 in 2012,
4,650 in 2013 and 4,257 in 2014.
¾¾ After replacing Manning in the 2015 Pro Bowl,
Stafford threw for 316 yards and two touchdowns in the game and was named the game’s
Most Valuable Player.
¾¾ With two touchdown passes in the Lions’ Week
8 comeback win over Atlanta in London (10/26),
Stafford reached 120 touchdown passes for his
career and became the Lions all-time leader in
that category, breaking Hall of Fame QB Bobby
Layne’s previous record of 118. His current total
stands at 131.
¾¾ On Stafford’s 30-yard completion to WR Golden
Tate in the second quarter at Arizona (11/16),
he surpassed 20,000 career passing yards. By
reaching 20,000 career passing yards in his 71st
career game, he set a new NFL record reaching
that mark in the fewest career games (Courtesy
Elias Sports Bureau). He broke the previous
record set by Hall of Fame QB Dan Marino who
accomplished this feat in 74 career games.
¾¾ Thus far, Stafford has led the Lions to 17 victories when trailing or tied in the fourth quarter or
overtime, five of which came in 2014. He has six
career game-winning touchdown passes with
less than one minute to play in the quarter
(franchise record) and six after the two-minute
warning.
¾¾ Stafford also displayed a knack for leading the
offense on third down as he tied for fifth in the
NFL in third-down completions with 100. He
also threw 10 touchdown passes on third down
last season.
¾¾ Stafford’s start at New England in Week 12
(11/27) was his 60th-consecutive start as he
became the first quarterback in franchise history
to start 60-straight games.
With Cooter as a member of the coaching staff in
2013, the Broncos offense ranked first in the NFL in
multiple categories, including total yards per game
(465.3), total touchdowns (76), points per game
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(37.9), and set an NFL single-season record with
606 points scored. Broncos QB Peyton Manning set
NFL records in passing yards (5,477) and passing
touchdowns (55), and led the NFL in completions
(450) as the team earned their third-straight AFC
West division title.
Cooter’s previous NFL coaching experience
includes stops with the Kansas City Chiefs (2012)
and Indianapolis Colts (2009-2011). While with
the Chiefs, the team ranked first in the AFC (fifth
in the NFL) with 149.7 rushing yards per game as
RB Jamaal Charles was named to his second Pro
Bowl after racking up 1,509 yards and five rushing
touchdowns.
During his three seasons in Indianapolis, he
served three years on the offensive staff under
Colts Offensive Coordinators Clyde Christensen
and Tom Moore. The Colts won back-to-back AFC
South division titles in 2009 and 2010, including
a 14-game winning streak in 2009 to propel the
team to an appearance in Super Bowl XLIV against
New Orleans.
A former quarterback at the University of
Tennessee, Cooter got his coaching start at his alma
mater as a graduate assistant from 2007-08. As a
player, he appeared in six games for the Volunteers
and earned four Academic All-Southeastern
Conference honors. He earned a bachelor’s degree
in sports management from Tennessee in 2006
and went on to receive a master’s degree in sports
psychology in 2008.
Cooter was born July 3, 1984 and is a native of
Fayetteville, Tenn.
COOTER’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2014Quarterbacks................................................................2014Denver Broncos...............................................2013
Offensive Assistant.......................................................2013
Kansas City Chiefs...........................................2012
Offensive Quality Control............................................2012
Indianapolis Colts...................................2009-2011
Assistant to Offensive Coordinator...........................2011
Staff Assistant to Offense...........................................2009
Tennessee..................................................2007-08
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GUNTHER
CUNNINGHAM
Senior Coaching Advisor
Years with Lions: 7
Years in NFL: 34
Gunther Cunningham is a 46-year coaching
veteran on the college and professional levels,
including the past 33 seasons in the NFL. He
rejoined the Lions coaching staff in 2014 as senior
coaching advisor after serving as the team’s
assistant head coach/defensive coordinator from
2009-13. Known for his intense and straightforward
coaching approach, Cunningham has been a
defensive coordinator in the League for 15 seasons
and a head coach (Kansas City, 1999-2000) for two.
Cunningham’s defenses in Detroit were guided
by the ability to attack the quarterback and
generate disruptive plays. In 2013, Cunningham
was instrumental in the development of rookie
DEs Ezekiel Ansah and Devin Taylor, who each
recorded 8.0 and 2.5 sacks, respectively, while DT
Ndamukong Suh was selected to his third Pro Bowl
in four years. Ansah’s eight sacks also led all NFL
rookies in 2013.
The 2012 edition of the Detroit Lions defense
ranked 13th overall in the NFL in total defense
and seventh in the NFC, the highest Lions ranking
since 1995, despite starting 16 different lineup
configurations and 14 different lineups in the
secondary. Cunningham’s dedication to a consistent
pass rush proved evident once again in 2012 as
the Lions’ defensive line applied heavy pressure
to opponent offenses week in and week out,
accounting for 31 of the team’s 34 sacks. Since
2010, the Lions rank sixth in the NFL in combined
sacks and tackles for loss on rushing plays with
338 under Cunningham.
From, 2004-08, Cunningham served as the
Kansas City Chiefs defensive coordinator during
his second stint with the organization. In 2008, he
also coached the team’s linebackers as the Chiefs
defense began a transition with six new starters
and endured numerous injuries throughout the
season. From 2004-07, his imprint on the defense
was prevalent in several areas as Kansas City’s
pass defense ranked fifth in the NFL in 2007,
allowing only 188.9 yards per game.
Under former head coach Jeff Fisher, Cunningham
served as the Tennessee Titans assistant head
coach/linebackers coach from 2001-03. In those
three seasons, the Titans defense helped the
franchise earn two playoff berths. In 2003,
Tennessee’s defense led the NFL in both rushing
defense (80.9 yards per game) and opponents’
third-down percentage (27.7). That year, LB Keith
Bullock earned a spot in the Pro Bowl under
Cunningham’s tutelage as his position coach.
As head coach for the Chiefs from 1999-00,
Cunningham compiled a 16-16 (.500) record. In
1999, the Chiefs were 9-7 as he became the first
coach in Chiefs history to claim nine wins in his first
season as head coach.
Cunningham not only has compiled great
defensive units, but he has coached and mentored
several Pro Bowl and All-Pro players, including
Suh (2011, 2012, 2014) and DT Nick Fairley (2014
alternate). He has shared a special bond as a
mentor to the late, great nine-time Pro Bowl LB
Derrick Thomas, who concluded his illustrious
career as the all-time leading sack artist in Chiefs
history with 126.5 QB takedowns. Cunningham
served as Thomas’ position coach in 1997, helping
him earn his final Pro Bowl invitation. He also
coached DE Neil Smith (second in Chiefs history
with 86.5 sacks) and DE Jared Allen, who earned
his first spot in the Pro Bowl after the 2007 season
when he led the League in sacks with 15.5.
Prior to his arrival in Kansas City, Cunningham
spent four seasons (1991-94) with the Los Angeles
Raiders, as linebackers coach (1991), defensive
coordinator (1992-93) and defensive line coach
(1994). He was also the San Diego Chargers
defensive line coach for six seasons (1985-90)
after originally being hired by the team’s player
personnel department.
In 1982, Cunningham entered the NFL coaching
ranks when he joined the Baltimore Colts coaching
staff as the team’s defensive line/linebackers coach
from 1982-84, learning from the late Bud Carson.
Before entering the NFL ranks, his previous pro
coaching experience was as the defensive line/
linebackers coach for the CFL’s Hamilton Tiger-Cats
in 1981 with head coach Frank Kush, who also hired
Cunningham in Baltimore.
As a college coach, Cunningham’s last stop
was at California, where he coached the Bears
defensive line from 1979-80, the linebackers in 1978
and secondary in 1977. Prior his stop in Berkeley,
Cunningham coached at Stanford from 1973-76. He
was hired by head coach Jack Christensen, a Hall
of Fame defensive back for the Detroit Lions in
the 1950s and a member of the Lions 75th Season
All-time Team. While at Stanford, he coached the
defensive line from 1974-76 and was the assistant
offensive line and freshmen coach during his first
year in 1973.
Cunningham worked at the University of
Arkansas in 1972 on a staff headed by Frank Broyles
that included Joe Gibbs and Raymond Berry. Prior
to that, Cunningham began his coaching career at
the University of Oregon, his alma mater, in 1969.
He was with the Ducks program for three years from
1969-71 where he began his longtime relationship
with another noted defensive coach, George Seifert.
Cunningham was a graduate of Oregon and was a
linebacker and kicker for the Ducks from 1966-68.
After playing his prep football at Lompoc High
School in Lompoc, California, he was then recruited
to play at Allan Hancock College by Hall of Fame
coach John Madden. Madden left the school prior
to Cunningham’s freshman year and was replaced
as head coach by Ernie Zampese.
Cunningham, who became a naturalized U.S.
citizen on April 6, 2010, is just one of four foreignborn individuals in League history to ever serve as
an NFL head coach, joining Hugo Bezdek (Cleveland
Rams, 1937-38), Jock Sutherland (Pittsburgh,
1946-47) and Al Saunders (San Diego, 1986-88).
Born in Munich, Germany, he moved to Greenfield,
Mass., at the age of 10 in 1956 with his mother,
Katharina, and his adoptive father, Air Force
Sergeant Garner Cunningham.
Cunningham was born June 19, 1946. He and his
wife, René, have two children, Natalie and Adam.
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CUNNINGHAM’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2009 Senior Coaching Assistant..........................................2014
Assistant Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator.2009-13
Kansas City Chiefs......................................2004-08
Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers..........................2008
Defensive Coordinator........................................... 2004-07
Tennessee Titans........................................2001-03
Assistant Head Coach/Linebackers................... 2001-03
Kansas City Chiefs..................................1995-2000
Head Coach..........................................................1999-2000
Defensive Coordinator..................................................1998
Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers..........................1997
Los Angeles Raiders...................................1991-94
Defensive Line...............................................................1994
Linebackers....................................................................1991
San Diego Chargers....................................1985-90
Defensive Line........................................................ 1985-90
Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts.......................1982-84
Defensive Line/Linebackers................................. 1982-84
Hamilton Tiger-Cats (CFL)...............................1981
Defensive Line/Linebackers........................................1981
California...................................................1977-80
Defensive Coordinator/Defensive Line.............. 1979-80
Linebackers....................................................................1978
Defensive Backs............................................................1977
Stanford....................................................1973-76
Defensive Line........................................................ 1974-76
Assistant Offensive Line/Freshmen..........................1973
Arkansas.........................................................................1972
Defensive Line...............................................................1972
Oregon.......................................................1969-71
Defensive Line........................................................ 1969-71
DEVIN
FITZSIMMONS
Assistant Special Teams
Years with Lions: 2
Years in NFL: 3
After serving as special teams coordinator/tight
ends coach at the University of Delaware in 2013,
Devin Fitzsimmons joined the NFL coaching realm
in 2014 as the Lions assistant special teams coach
and returns for his second year with the team this
season. Fitzsimmons earned his NFL start in 2011
while with the Indianapolis Colts as the team’s
offensive quality control coach.
¾¾ Second-year P Sam Martin finished the 2014
season ranking in the Top-10 for net punting
average for the second-consecutive season
as he ranked ninth (40.1). Martin now holds
the Lions’ Top-2 single-season records for net
punting average with a 40.4 in 2013 and 40.1 in
2014. He also holds two of the Top-6 spots for
gross punting average.
¾¾ On kickoffs, Martin was among the NFL’s best in
preventing opponent returns with touchbacks as
he finished the season tied for fifth in percentage
of touchbacks on kickoffs (71.6-percent).
¾¾ Fitzsimmons and the Lions special teams unit
displayed their knack for play-calling in Week
10 vs. Miami (11/9) as Martin completed two
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passes out of punt formation in the game, one
of which went for 24 yards to FB Jed Collins for
a first down.
After joining the Lions in Week 6, K Matt Prater
tied for seventh in the NFL in field goals made
with 21.
Prater made two game-winning field goals in his
11 games with the Lions last season, including
a 33-yard field goal with 3:38 left to play vs.
Minnesota (12/14), but none more impactful than
his 48-yard field goal as time expired against
Atlanta in London (10/26). His 48-yarder against
the Falcons was his third-career game-winning
kick that occurred as time expired in regulation.
By playing in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14), LS Don
Muhlbach, one of the Lions’ longest-tenured
veterans, played in his 150th career game with
Detroit. His current total sits at 164 games, and
he is now tied for 13th on the Lions’ all-time
career games played list.
Delaware thrived on special teams under
Fitzsimmons. As a unit, the Blue Hens ranked
second in the nation in net punting average (41.47)
and ninth in blocked kicks (six). Doubling as the
team’s tight ends coach, two players received
All-CAA honors under Fitzsimmons’ guidance in
PR/WR Rob Jones (First Team) and TE Nick Boyle
(Second Team). P Eric Enderson was also named
a Freshman All-American by The Sporting News
under Fitzsimmons.
Prior to his time at Delaware, Fitzsimmons was
an offensive assistant at Rutgers in 2012 and got
his first taste of the NFL as an offensive quality
control coach with the Indianapolis Colts in 2011.
His previous coaching stops include assistant
positions at Richmond (2010), Virginia (2009),
Kansas State (2007-08), Bucknell (2006) and Shaw
University (2005).
Fitzsimmons was born October 18, 1982. A
native of Folsom, La. he played quarterback and
wide receiver at Bucknell and earned a bachelor’s
degree in history from the school in 2005.
FITZSIMMONS’ COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2014 Assistant Special Teams...........................................2014Delaware........................................................2013
Special Teams Coordinator/Tight Ends....................2013
Rutgers...........................................................2012
Indianapolis Colts............................................2011
Offensive Quality Control............................................2011
Richmond........................................................2010
Tight Ends.......................................................................2010
Virginia...........................................................2009
Graduate Assistant.......................................2009
Kansas State.............................................2007-08
Coordinator of Football Operations................2008
Graduate Assistant.......................................2007
Bucknell..........................................................2006
Assistant Wide Receivers..............................2006
Shaw University..............................................2005
Quarterbacks................................................2005
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TERRY
HEFFERNAN
Assistant Offensive Line
Years with Lions: 3
Years in NFL: 3
Heffernan returns to his post as the Lions’
assistant offensive line coach, the same title
he held in his first season with Detroit in 2013,
after serving as offensive quality control coach in
2014. Prior to joining the Lions, Heffernan was the
offensive line coach at Wayne State University in
Detroit for six seasons (2007-12).
Detroit’s offensive line continues to be one of the
top pass protecting lines in the NFL for an offense
that has passed more than any other team over the
past six seasons (3,862 pass attempts).
¾¾ Injuries along the offensive line in 2014 resulted
in seven different starting lineup combinations
over the course of the season, including the
team’s NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
Heffernan’s development of rookies T Cornelius
Lucas and G Travis Swanson provided necessary
depth up front, allowing the Lions offense to rely
on different contributors throughout the season.
¾¾ Swanson, the team’s third-round (76 overall)
pick out of Arkansas in the 2014 NFL Draft,
started four of the 16 games he played in and
was named 2014 Rookie of the Year by the Detroit Sports Broadcasters Association.
¾¾ The 2013 Lions offensive line featured three new
starters in LT Riley Reiff, RG Larry Warford and
RT LaAdrian Waddle, with veterans C Dominic
Raiola and LG Rob Sims anchoring the unit as
they finished second in the NFL in sacks allowed (23).
¾¾ Detroit also finished second in sacks per pass
play (3.5-percent) and tied for first in percentage
of negative offensive plays (6.9-percent) in 2013.
¾¾ The offensive line allowed one or fewer sacks in
11 games during the 2013 season, and allowed
only two or fewer sacks in 14 games.
In 2012, Heffernan mentored All-GLIAC guard
Curtis Ferguson and five Academic All-GLIAC
selections. Ferguson was also voted as the team’s
2012 Offensive Most Valuable Player. His 2011
offensive line unit helped the Warriors average more
than 200 rushing yards per game, leading WSU to
a school record for overall wins (12), road wins (8)
and four consecutive road playoff games to reach
the national title contest.
The Warriors ranked in the Top-40 nationally
in four categories in 2011 – ninth in fewest sacks
allowed (0.94 per game), 23rd in scoring offense
(34.38 ppg), 26th in passing efficiency (144.02) and
33rd in rushing offense (200.56). In 2010, Senior LT
Joe Long was named the recipient for the Gene
Upshaw Award as the top lineman, both offensive
and defensive, in Division II under Heffernan’s
guidance.
Prior to his tenure at WSU, Heffernan spent
two seasons (2005-06) as a graduate assistant
offensive line coach at Michigan. During his time
in Ann Arbor, the Wolverines compiled an 18-7
overall record and appeared in the Rose Bowl and
Alamo Bowl. Heffernan began his coaching career
in 2003 as the offensive line coach at Cumberland
University before working as a graduate assistant
with the defensive line at Louisville.
A native of Arlington Heights, Ill., Heffernan
attended Loyola Academy in Wilmette, Ill. and
went on to become a three-year letterman and
two-year starter at center for the University of
Dayton. He earned All-Pioneer Football League
academic honors twice and was a member of fourconsecutive conference championship teams. He
graduated from Dayton in 2003 with a bachelor of
arts degree, majoring in communications.
Heffernan was born October 12, 1980. He and
his wife, Jamie, live in Plymouth with their sons,
Connor and Casey.
HEFFERNAN’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2013 Assistant Offensive Line................................ 2013, 2015 Offensive Quality Control............................................2014
Wayne State University..............................2007-12
Offensive Coordinator/Offensive Line................ 2007-12
Michigan....................................................2005-06
Offensive Line Graduate Assistant.................... 2005-06
Louisville........................................................2004
Defensive Line Graduate Assistant..........................2004
Cumberland.....................................................2003
Offensive Line................................................................2003
KRIS
KOCUREK
Defensive Line
Years with Lions: 7
Years in NFL: 7
Kris Kocurek enters his seventh season as
defensive line coach after joining the Lions as
Detroit’s assistant defensive line coach in 2009. He
had spent the previous season coaching defensive
line at Stephen F. Austin State.
Kocurek further established himself as a molder
of young talent along the defensive line as nine
different defensive linemen recorded at least
0.5 sacks in 2014. As a unit, the defensive line
accounted for 34 of the team’s 42 sacks in 2014.
¾¾ The 2014 Lions defensive line was among the
best in the league in forcing opponents into
negative plays (sacks and tackles for loss on
rushing plays). Detroit ranked fifth in sacks by
defensive line (34.0), tied for third in TFL on
rushing plays by defensive line (26) and second
in total negative plays by defensive line with 60.
¾¾ The Lions tied an NFL record for the most games
(14) holding opponents to less than 100 rushing
yards in a season. The 14 games limiting opponents to less than 100 rushing yards is also
a franchise record.
¾¾ DE Ezekiel Ansah followed up on his stellar
rookie season by finishing with 7.5 sacks in 2014,
giving him 15.5 in his first two NFL seasons. His
15.5 sacks over the last two seasons rank third
among all NFL defensive players in their second
or third seasons behind only DE Olivier Vernon
(18.0) and DE Chandler Jones (17.5).
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Under Kocurek’s tutelage, DT Ndamukong Suh,
during his five seasons in Detroit (2010-14), set
the official team career sacks record (since 1992)
for defensive tackles with 36.0, earned four Pro
Bowl nods (2011, 2013-15), named AP first-team
All Pro twice (2010, 2013) and was the 2010 NFL
AP Defensive Rookie of the Year.
Kocurek was also instrumental in the development of third-year DE George Johnson in 2014.
After joining the team as a free agent following
brief stints with Tampa Bay and Minnesota,
Johnson finished third on the team in sacks with
6.0 and emerged as a force in the defensive end
rotation, particularly in third-down situations.
In his first season with the Lions after being
drafted fifth overall, Ansah led the team in sacks
in 2013 with eight, the second most sacks by a
Lions rookie since Suh had 10 in 2010. Ansah
recorded three multi-sack games, posting two
sacks at Washington (9/22), vs. Tampa Bay
(11/24) and vs. Green Bay (11/24). His eight sacks
also led all NFL rookie players.
The Lions defensive line had their best outing of
the 2013 season on Thanksgiving Day (11/28) vs.
Green Bay, sacking Packers QB Matt Flynn seven
times, forcing a fumble and recording a safety.
In 2010, Kocurek’s first season as the Lions’
defensive line coach, Detroit had the mostimproved pass rush in the NFL. Even though
teams threw the ball nine times less against the
Lions in 2010 season than they did in 2009, the
Lions picked up 18 more sacks, which accounted
for an increase of 3.28 sacks per pass play.
In 2009, Kocurek helped rookie DT Sammie Hill,
who was drafted out of Stillman College in the
fourth round (115th overall) of the 2009 NFL Draft,
emerge as an opening day starter. He finished the
season with 26 tackles (14 solo) and two fumble
recoveries in 13 games while making the transition
from a small college prospect to NFL starter (12
starts).
In 2007, Kocurek served as the assistant head
coach and defensive line coach at West Texas A&M
where he helped coach the Buffaloes to the 2007
Lone Star Conference title as well as the second
round of the NCAA Division II playoffs. The Buffaloes
became one of the top defensive units in the LSC
and led the conference in scoring defense.
Under Kocurek’s guidance, Brandon Swain
became one of the top defensive players at
the Division II level and was a 2007 First-Team
Daktronics, AFCA and AP Little All-American and
conference defensive lineman of the year after
recording 24.5 tackles for losses and 14 sacks.
Kocurek served as the defensive line coach at
Texas A&M-Commerce in 2006 and helped guide
the Lions’ top-ranked defensive unit, which finished
No. 1 in total and scoring defense.
For two seasons (2004-05) Kocurek served as a
graduate assistant at Texas A&M-Kingsville and
coached the Javelinas’ defensive line where he
was active in the development of Wilbert Martin,
who was twice selected as First Team All-LSC and
was a free agent signee of the Baltimore Ravens.
Kocurek began his coaching career in 2003 as a
student assistant at Texas Tech. While in Lubbock,
he assisted with the defensive linemen and helped
coach the Red Raiders to a 2003 Houston Bowl
win over Navy.
Prior to coaching, Kocurek spent two years in
the NFL with the Tennessee Titans (2002) and the
Seattle Seahawks (2001) after being selected in
the seventh round (237th overall) of the 2001 NFL
Draft by Seattle.
Kocurek was born November 15, 1978. He
played collegiate football at Texas Tech and was
a three-time All-Big 12 selection. As a senior, he
was selected as team captain and named defensive
player of the year.
KOCUREK’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2009 Defensive Line.............................................................2010 Assistant Defensive Line.............................................2009
Stephen F. Austin State University...................2008
Defensive Line...............................................................2008
West Texas A&M.............................................2007
Assistant Head Coach/Defensive Line.....................2007
Texas A&M-Commerce....................................2006
Defensive Line...............................................................2006
Texas A&M-Kingsville................................2004-05
Texas Tech......................................................2003
CURTIS
MODKINS
Running Backs
Years with Lions: 3
Years in NFL: 8
Curtis Modkins enters his eighth year in the NFL
and third with the Detroit Lions. Prior to Detroit,
Modkins was the offensive coordinator/running
backs coach for the Buffalo Bills for three seasons
(2010-12).
Modkins led the Lions run game to new heights
in his first season with the team in 2013, utilizing
a versatile backfield combination led by RB Joique
Bell to chew up yards between the tackles and
create mismatches in the open field, and continued
the position group’s success with the addition of RB
Theo Riddick into the offense’s game plan in 2014.
¾¾ Bell recorded a career-high 860 yards on the
ground to go along with seven rushing touchdowns, as well as 34 receptions for 322 yards
and one touchdown in 2014.
¾¾ In the Lions’ NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4),
Bush scored the team’s second touchdown of the
game on an 18-yard dash in the first quarter that
capped off a 14-play, 99-yard drive. This was
the first 99-yard drive by any team in the postseason since January 13, 2002 when Baltimore
completed a 99-yard touchdown drive at Miami.
¾¾ Riddick tied WR Golden Tate for third on the team
in receiving touchdowns with four as he proved
himself to be a versatile weapon for the Lions
offense in both the running and passing games.
Arguably Riddick’s biggest catches came against
Atlanta in London (10/26) when he caught a
one-handed pass across the middle to keep
the game-winning drive alive, and also against
Miami (11/9) when he caught the game-winning
pass from QB Matthew Stafford with only 3:13
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Detroit ranked third in the NFL in total yards
gained by running backs with 2,769 yards in 2013
(1,690 rushing, 1,079 receiving) as the Lions were
the only team to feature backs who combined
for 1,600+-rushing yards and 1,000+-receiving
yards.
Detroit and San Diego were the only teams who
featured running back units who finished in the
Top-8 (8th) in rushing yards and Top-5 in receiving yards (2nd) in 2013.
Under Modkins’ guidance, Bush (1,006 rushing,
506 receiving) and Bell (651 rushing, 547 receiving) became the first running back tandem in NFL
history to both register 500+-rushing yards and
500+-receiving yards in the same season.
Bush’s 1,006 rushing yards and 506 receiving
yards made him the first Lions running back
with 1,500 total yards since RB Barry Sanders
registered 1,780 total yards in 1998.
Bush also became the first Lions rusher to
reach 1,000 yards since RB Kevin Jones had
1,133 in 2004.
In total yards, Bush finished the season ranked
fifth in the NFL with 108.0 yards per game. In the
14 games he played, he tallied 1,512 total yards.
Bell finished sixth in the NFL in receiving yards
by running backs (547) and was also tied for 11th
in rushing touchdowns with eight.
In 2012, Modkins coordinated the Bills offense
that ranked fourth in rushing average (5.0) and sixth
in rushing yards (2,217).
Buffalo was fourth in the NFL (led AFC) in 2011
with a 4.9-yard average, also the fourth-best
in Bills history and highest since 1975. RB Fred
Jackson (5.5 avg., 1st in AFC) and RB C.J. Spiller
(5.2 avg., 5th in AFC) both finished the year with an
average of 5.0-plus yards.
In 2010, Buffalo was one of five AFC teams
with a 3,000-yard passer and two players with
1,000 scrimmage yards (WR Stevie Johnson and
Jackson).
Prior to joining the Bills, Modkins was the
running backs coach for the Arizona Cardinals
in 2009. Following a brief stint as the offensive
coordinator at Colorado State, he entered the NFL
coaching ranks as the running backs coach for the
Kansas City Chiefs in 2008.
From 2002-07, he worked at Georgia Tech, first
as the school’s defensive backs coach in 2002
and then as running backs coach from 2003-07.
Modkins enjoyed a successful four-year tenure at
New Mexico from 1998-2001 as the cornerbacks
coach, and started his coaching career at his alma
mater, Texas Christian University, where he served
as a graduate assistant in 1995, secondary coach
in 1996 and tight ends coach in 1997.
Modkins was a three-time intern through
the NFL Minority Coaching Fellowship program,
working with the following teams: Philadelphia
Eagles (Head Coach Ray Rhodes) in 1997, Dallas
Cowboys (Head Coach Chan Gailey) in 1999 and
Pittsburgh Steelers (Head Coach Bill Cowher) in
2005.
Modkins was a three-year starter for TCU and a
led the Horned Frogs in rushing from 1990-92. He
finished his career third on the school’s all-time
rushing list with 2,763 yards and was twice named
Second Team All-Southwest Conference. He earned
a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice in 1993 and
earned his M.L.A. degree in 1997.
Modkins was born November 15, 1970. He and
his wife, Kristi, have four children, Ciera, Jett,
Mariah and Dash.
MODKINS’ COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2013 Running Backs/Run Game Coordinator..................2013Buffalo Bills...............................................2010-12
Offensive Coordinator/Running Backs............... 2010-12
Arizona Cardinals............................................2009
Running Backs...............................................................2009
Kansas City Chiefs...........................................2008
Running Backs...............................................................2008
Georgia Tech..............................................2002-07
Running Backs........................................................ 2003-07
Defensive Backs............................................................2002
New Mexico........................................... 1998-2001
Cornerbacks.........................................................1998-2001
Texas Christian..........................................1995-97
Tight Ends.......................................................................1997
Secondary................................................................ 1995-96
TONY
ODEN
Defensive Backs/Cornerbacks
Years with Lions: 2
Years in NFL: 12
A 12-year coaching veteran when it comes to
tutoring NFL defensive backs, Tony Oden joined
the Lions coaching staff in 2014 as the team’s
defensive backs/cornerbacks coach. Prior to coming
to Detroit, Oden was the secondary coach for the
Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he specialized in the
development of the team’s cornerbacks.
Oden was heavily involved in the Lions’
secondary production in 2014 as second-year
CB Darius Slay and veteran CB Rashean Mathis
combined to lead a revitalized group of corners
en route to the Lions boasting the No. 2 overall
defense in the NFL last season.
¾¾ Slay finished tied for ninth in the NFL with a
team-high 17 pass defenses, which also ranked
second among all rookie and second-year players. He also recorded the first two interceptions
of his career with picks in Week 4 at New York
Jets (9/28) and Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Mathis concluded his 12th NFL season with
51 total tackles (42 solo), one interception,
nine pass defenses and one forced fumble. He
returned his lone interception 41 yards for a
touchdown in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5), the
fourth pick-six of his career.
¾¾ Rookie CB Mohammed Seisay was one of only
four undrafted rookie free agents to make the
team’s Week 1 53-man roster, as he finished the
season with three solo tackles and two special
teams tackles, contributing primarily in special
teams packages.
yards with 338 and tied for seventh in interception
return touchdowns with three. Twelve of the team’s
21 picks that season came from the Tampa Bay
secondary, including a team-leading three from
rookie CB Johnthan Banks. CB Darrelle Revis was
also named to his fifth Pro Bowl as the leader of
Oden’s position group after missing most of the
2012 season with an ACL injury.
Prior to his time in Tampa, Oden was the
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive backs coach in
2012 after spending six seasons (2006-2011) with
the New Orleans Saints. While with the Saints,
he was a member of a coaching staff that won
three NFC South division titles (2006, 2009, 2011)
and helped guide the team to a victory over the
Indianapolis Colts in Super Bowl XLIV. In 2009,
S Darren Sharper set an NFL record with 376
interception return yards on nine picks, while in
2011, S Roman Harper recorded the second-most
sacks by an NFL defensive back in a single season
with 7.5. Oden’s Saints teams twice finished in
the Top-5 in passing yards allowed during his six
seasons, ranking third in 2006 (178.4 yards/g) and
fourth in 2010 (193.9 yards/g).
Oden’s NFL coaching roots began in 2004 when
he worked with the Houston Texans as a defensive
assistant/assistant defensive backs coach. In his
two years with Houston, the Texans set franchise
records in interceptions (22) and interception return
yards (393).
From 1996-2003, Oden held various defensive
assistant coaching positions at Eastern Michigan
(2003), East Carolina (2000-02), Army (199899), Boston College (1997) and Millersville (Pa.)
University (1996). He is a native of Cleveland
Heights, Ohio where he was a two-time allconference selection at linebacker for BaldwinWallace College. As a junior, he earned All-America
recognition and was named captain as a senior.
Oden was born June 30, 1973. He and his wife,
Amanda, have a son, Jaylen, and a daughter, Ryan.
ODEN’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2014 Defensive Backs/Cornerbacks..................................2014Tampa Bay Buccaneers....................................2013
Secondary/Cornerbacks...............................................2013
Jacksonville Jaguars.......................................2012
Defensive Backs............................................................2012
New Orleans Saints................................2006-2011
Secondary.......................................................................2011
Assistant Secondary.........................................2006-2010
Houston Texans..........................................2004-05
Defensive Assistant/Assistant Defensive Backs.. 2004-05
Eastern Michigan............................................2003
Defensive Backs............................................................2003
East Carolina.............................................2000-02
Safeties...........................................................................2002
Secondary.......................................................................2001
Outside Linebackers.....................................................2000
Army..........................................................1998-99
Assistant Defensive Backs.................................. 1998-99
Boston College................................................1997
Millersville (Pa.) University.............................1996
Assistant Defensive Backs.........................................1996
Under Oden’s guidance in 2013, the Buccaneers
defense finished tied for third in the NFL in
interceptions with 21, fourth in interception return
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ROBERT
PRINCE
Wide Receivers
Years with Lions: 2
Years in NFL: 8
A seasoned veteran when it comes to working
with receivers, Robert Prince joined the Lions in
2014 as the team’s wide receivers coach after
coaching at the college level for the previous four
seasons. He served as the offensive coordinator
and wide receivers coach at Boise State from
2011-13 after spending six years developing
offensive talent in the NFL. His previous stops in
professional football include assistant positions
with the Seattle Seahawks (2009), Jacksonville
Jaguars (2007-08) and Atlanta Falcons (2004-06)
as he brings a cumulative 26 years of coaching
experience to Detroit.
Prince’s first-year at the helm of the Lions
receiving corps saw the emergence of many new
weapons, and none more impactful than WR
Golden Tate, who joined WR Calvin Johnson as
one of the most lethal one-two receiver punches
in the entire NFL.
¾¾ Tate was one of the Lions’ top targets in
free agency last offseason, and his impact on
Detroit’s offense was evident in his ability to
create in open space and move the chains. He
finished seventh in the NFL in receiving yards
with 1,331 and sixth in receptions with 99. It
marked the first time in his career he eclipsed
¾¾ Tate was also among the League’s best receivers
in third-down situations as he finished second in
third-down receiving yards (536) and second in
third-down receptions (34). His 720 yards after
the catch also led all receivers and ranked third
among all NFL players.
¾¾ With Johnson reaching 1,077 yards in 2014, he
joined Tate (1,331) in the surpassing of 1,000
yards as they became the first pair of Lions
receivers to both reach 1,000 in the same season since 2006 (WR Roy Williams, 1,310; WR
Mike Furrey, 1,086). This marks only the sixth
time in Lions history that two Lions receivers
have each reached 1,000 receiving yards in the
same season.
¾¾ Johnson earned a spot in his fifth-consecutive
Pro Bowl, despite missing three games due to
injury, after finishing the 2014 season with 71
receptions for 1,077 yards. Johnson completed
his sixth season with 70+ receptions, which set
a franchise record for the most seasons with 70+
receptions in team history.
¾¾ With 103 yards against the Chicago Bears in
Week 16 (12/21), Johnson recorded his 44th
career 100-yard game, which now ranks as the
second-most by a player in his first eight seasons
in NFL history. He finished just one 100-yard
game behind WR Randy Moss (45, 1998-2006)
for the most by a player in his first eight seasons.
¾¾ After spending the 2013 season on the Lions
practice squad, WR Corey Fuller caught his
first-career NFL touchdown in dramatic fashion
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in 2014. With 1:48 left to play in Week 7 vs.
New Orleans (10/19), Fuller grabbed the gamewinning pass on a five-yard bullet from QB
Matthew Stafford to seal the Lions’ win, 24-23.
Prince was a key cog in crafting one of college
football’s most potent offensive attacks in recent
years while guiding the Boise State receiving corps.
In his first year as offensive coordinator in 2012,
Prince led the offense to an 11-2 record despite
losing seven starters, as five players were named
All-Mountain West for the first time in their careers.
In 2011, after returning to the university from
spending the previous seven seasons coaching in
the NFL, the Broncos’ offense ranked in the Top10 in multiple national categories, including pass
efficiency (4th, 171.57), scoring (5th, 44.23) and
total offense (9th, 481.31).
Prince’s most recent NFL coaching opportunity
came in 2009 when he coached the Seattle
Seahawks wide receivers after working as the
assistant wide receivers coach with the Jacksonville
Jaguars from 2007-08. During the 2007 season,
Prince guided Jaguars WR Reggie Williams to a
single-season franchise record 10 touchdowns.
Prior to Jacksonville, Prince got his NFL start as an
offensive assistant with the Atlanta Falcons, where
he served under running backs coach Ollie Wilson.
Working exclusively with running backs and tight
ends his first two seasons, Prince helped Atlanta to
lead the League in rushing in both of those years.
Before beginning his first run with Boise State
in 2001, Prince was the wide receivers coach at
Portland State in 1998 and was later promoted to
offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach in 1999
and 2000. His previous coaching stints include the
Japanese X-League (1996-97), Fort Lewis (Colo.)
College (1994-95) and Sacramento State (199293). He began his coaching career as a graduate
assistant at both Montana State in 1991 and
Humboldt State (Calif.), his alma mater, in 1989
and 1990.
Prince’s NFL roots trace back to his time serving
in three different minority training camp internships
with the San Francisco 49ers (2000, 2002) and the
San Diego Chargers (2001).
A graduate of Humboldt State in 1990, Prince
went on to earn his master’s degree from the
university in 1992. He is married to his wife,
Susan, and they are the parents of three children
– daughters Hayden and Jasmin and son Tyson.
Prince was born May 8, 1965.
PRINCE’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2014 Wide Receivers............................................................2014Boise State................................................2011-13
Offensive Coordinator............................................ 2012-13
Wide Receivers..............................................................2011
Colorado.........................................................2010
Pass Game Coordinator/Wide Receivers.................2010
Seattle Seahawks...........................................2009
Wide Receivers..............................................................2009
Jacksonville Jaguars..................................2007-08
Assistant Wide Receivers.................................... 2007-08
Atlanta Falcons..........................................2004-06
Assistant Quarterbacks...............................................2006
Offensive Assistant/Running Backs/Tight Ends.... 2004-05
Boise State................................................2001-03
Passing Coordinator.....................................................2003
Wide Receivers....................................................... 2001-02
Portland State....................................... 1998-2000
Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks.............1999-2000
Wide Receivers..............................................................1998
Japanese X League....................................1996-97
Fort Lewis College......................................1994-95
Sacramento State......................................1992-93
Wide Receivers....................................................... 1992-93
Montana State................................................1991
Humboldt State..........................................1989-90
MATT
RAICH
Defensive Assistant/
Defensive Ends
Years with Lions: 2
Years in NFL: 13
Matt Raich returns for his second season with the
Lions, this year as the team’s defensive assistant/
defensive ends coach. Raich has coached 13 years
in the NFL, including stints with the Pittsburgh
Steelers (2002-06) and Arizona Cardinals (20072012), where he served various assistant positions.
Raich assisted in the implementation of the
Lions new defensive scheme under Defensive
Coordinator Teryl Austin in 2014. The Lions finished
the season ranked No. 2 in overall defense, allowing
only 300.9 yards per game, and No. 1 in rushing
defense, allowing only 69.3 yards per game.
¾¾ Raich worked primarily with Linebackers Coach
Bill Sheridan during the 2014 season as LB
DeAndre Levy continued his success by being
named Associated Press Second Team All-Pro
after finishing with a team-leading 151 total
tackles (117 solo), a career-high 2.5 sacks and
one interception.
¾¾ With 10 tackles (eight solo) at Green Bay (12/28)
in the season finale, Levy recorded 10+ tackles
in his 11th game of 2014. Levy and LB Chris
Spielman (13, 1994) are the only linebackers
for the Lions since 1994 to register 10+ tackles
in at least 10 games during a season (according
to Stats, LLC). Levy registered 10+ tackles in 11
of the Lions’ 16 games last season, which was
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also the most in the NFL this season.
After not recording a single tackle outside of
special teams in his first two seasons, LB Tahir
Whitehead thrived at the middle linebacker position for injured LB Stephen Tulloch and emerged
onto the scene in 2014 to finish the season
second on the team in tackles with 77 (55 solo).
Raich coached the Arizona Cardinals linebacker
corps from 2007-2012 after beginning his tenure
with the team as a defensive assistant, where he
worked with some of Arizona’s all-time greats
that included DE Bertrand Berry, LB Karlos
Dansby, LB Chike Okeafor, LB Joey Porter and
LB Daryl Washington. Berry, Dansby, Okeafor and
Washington all rank in the Top-15 for career sacks
in Cardinals history, while Porter, who finished his
NFL career in Arizona (2010-11), ranks 32nd in NFL
history with 98 sacks. In 2012, Washington was
named to the Pro Bowl under Raich’s guidance as
he recorded the most sacks/tackles in the NFL by
an inside linebacker (9 sacks/134 tackles) since the
record began in 1994. In his six seasons in Arizona,
Raich helped a Cardinals linebacker reach 100-plus
tackles in a single season five times (Dansby, 2009;
Washington, 2010 and 2012; LB Paris Lenin, 2010
and 2012), and he was a member of the franchise’s
only Super Bowl appearance in Super Bowl XLIII.
After working as a player personnel intern with
the Steelers for two seasons (2002-03), Raich
earned his first NFL coaching gig as an offensive
assistant with the team in 2004, where he worked
under former offensive coordinator and current
Tennessee Titans Head Coach Ken Whisenhunt for
three seasons. He was a member of the Steelers’
Super Bowl Championship in Super Bowl XL when
Pittsburgh defeated Seattle, 21-10.
Raich’s previous coaching stops include assistant
coach positions at Robert Morris (2000-02; 199698), Glenville State (1999) and Westminster (Pa.)
College (1993-94). He was also the defensive
coordinator for the Hildesheim Invaders of the
former German Federal League in 1999.
Raich was born August 16, 1970. A Monaca, Pa.
native, he is married to his wife, Amanda.
RAICH’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2014 Defensive Assistant/Defensivie Ends.....................2015 Defensive Quality Control...........................................2014
Duquesne........................................................2013
Linebackers....................................................................2013
Arizona Cardinals...................................2007-2012
Linebackers.........................................................2009-2012
Defensive Assistant............................................... 2007-08
Pittsburgh Steelers....................................2002-06
Offensive Assistant................................................ 2004-06
Player Personnel Intern........................................ 2002-03
Robert Morris.............................................2000-02
Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator.......... 2000-02
Hildesheim Invaders (German Federal League).1999
Glenville State................................................1999
Assistant Coach.............................................................1999
Robert Morris.............................................1996-98
Assistant Coach...................................................... 1996-98
Westminster (Pa.) College..........................1993-94
Assistant Coach...................................................... 1993-94
TED
RATH
EVAN
ROTHSTEIN
Years with Lions: 7
Years in NFL: 7
Years with Lions: 4
Years in NFL: 4
Assistant Strength
& Conditioning
Ted Rath returns for his seventh season as the
Lions assistant strength and conditioning coach
after joining the team during the 2009 offseason.
He had spent the previous two years as the
assistant director of strength and conditioning for
his alma mater, the University of Toledo. Rath was a
linebacker for the Rockets (2003-2006) and helped
them claim the 2004 MAC Championship and earn
two bowl game berths, including the 2004 Motor
City Bowl at Ford Field.
While working with Toledo’s strength and
conditioning program, Rath directed the strength
regimens for all 15 of their Olympic Sports. He
also assisted with all phases of football training
protocols, including design and implementation
of their workouts. Prior to being named assistant
director, Rath worked as a graduate assistant
and focused on the strength programs for men’s
basketball, baseball, track, cross country, golf
and swimming.
Rath, along with Coordinator of Physical
Development Jason Arapoff, started the annual
Detroit Lions Strength and Conditioning Clinic in
2011. The event is a forum for providing, sharing
and exchanging information in the ever changing
world of strength & conditioning.
After graduating from Toledo with a degree in
Physical Education, Rath started his professional
career at nearby Crestwood (Dearborn Heights,
Mich.) High School where he was an assistant
football coach as well as their director of speed
and strength training. The Monroe, Mich., native
is certified through the Collegiate Strength and
Conditioning Coaches Association (C.S.C.C.A.).
Rath is a member of the advisory board for
UltimateStrengthAndConditioning.com and is a
contributing expert for Stack Magazine. He has
written articles for multiple publications and
speaks at numerous conferences and football
camps throughout the year.
Rath was born November 22, 1983.
RATH’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2009 Assistant Strength and Conditioning.....................2009Toledo........................................................2007-09
Assistant Director of Strength & Conditioning.....2008-09
Graduate Assistant Strength & Conditioning .... 2007-08
Crestwood (Dearborn Heights, Mich.) H.S.........2007
Asst. Football Coach/ Director of Speed and Strength Training...2007
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Offensive Assistant/Research
& Analysis
Evan Rothstein enters his fourth season with
the Detroit Lions. Rothstein was hired in 2012 and
spent two seasons as the team’s special teams
quality control coach. In 2014, Rothstein became
the team’s special projects coach where he worked
with the defense in addition to assisting Head
Coach Jim Caldwell in day-to-day operations and
game day tasks. He returns in 2015 as the team’s
offensive assistant. In this role, Rothstein will work
with the offensive staff in all facets of preparation
for the team’s weekly opponents in addition to
continuing to assist Coach Caldwell.
Rothstein arrived in Detroit after spending two
seasons (2010-11) as the offensive quality control
coach for the Syracuse University Orange football
program. For the fall of 2009, Rothstein interned
with the Syracuse University football video
operations department before returning briefly
to SUNY Cortland as their offensive line coach for
the spring of 2010. He returned to the Syracuse
University football staff as their offensive quality
control coach in July of 2010.
As an undergraduate student at SUNY Cortland,
Rothstein began his coaching career with the Red
Dragons where he served as the student assistant
offensive line coach, quality control and director
of video operations from the fall of 2006 to the
spring of 2009.
Rothstein was born April 20, 1988. The Merrick,
N.Y. native attended Bellmore John F. Kennedy High
School, earning recognition as a National Football
Foundation and College Hall of Fame Scholar
Athlete for the Cougars. Rothstein graduated
SUNY Cortland with a bachelor of science in sport
management in 2009 and a master of science in
sport management in 2012. He and his wife, Carol,
married in July of 2013.
ROTHSTEIN’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2012 Offensive Assistant/Research & Analysis............2015 Special Projects.............................................................2014
Quality Control/Special Teams........................... 2012-13
Syracuse....................................................2010-11
Quality Control....................................................... 2010-11
SUNY Cortland................................................2010
Offensive Line................................................................2010
BILL
SHERIDAN
Linebackers
Years with Lions: 2
Years in NFL: 11
Bill Sheridan took over the Lions linebacker
corps in 2014 after serving as the Tampa Bay
Buccaneers defensive coordinator for two seasons
(2012-13), and returns for his second season in
Detroit. A Detroit native and former assistant
coach at Royal Oak’s Shrine High School (198184), Sheridan’s scope of defensive coaching history
extends deep into the NFL and college ranks. He
has held positions as a linebackers coach with the
New York Giants (2005-08) and Miami Dolphins
(2010-11) and was also the Giants defensive
coordinator in 2009. He was a member of the Giants’
championship run in Super Bowl XLII when they
defeated New England, 17-14.
In his first season leading the position group,
Sheridan guided LB DeAndre Levy to his first
Associated Press All-Pro nomination (Second
Team) and also developed third-year LB Tahir
Whitehead into a force at the middle linebacker
position. Levy was also named an alternate for
the 2015 Pro Bowl.
¾¾ Levy had one of the most successful seasons
for a linebacker in Lions history as he finished
the season with 151 total tackles (117 solo), a
career-high 2.5 sacks and one interception. He
earned Player of the Month honors for the month
of September, only the third Lions player to ever
receive the honor.
¾¾ With 10 tackles (eight solo) at Green Bay (12/28)
in the season finale, Levy recorded 10+ tackles
in his 11th game of 2014. Levy and LB Chris
Spielman (13, 1994) are the only linebackers
for the Lions since 1994 to register 10+ tackles
in at least 10 games during a season (according
to Stats, LLC). Levy registered 10+ tackles in 11
of the Lions’ 16 games last season, which was
also the most in the NFL.
¾¾ Levy’s 117 solo tackles led the entire NFL, and
his 151 total tackles were a close second behind
only Panthers LB Luke Kuechly’s 153.
¾¾ After not recording a single tackle outside of
special teams in his first two NFL seasons,
Whitehead thrived at the middle linebacker
position under Sheridan for injured LB Stephen
Tulloch and emerged onto the scene in 2014 to
finish the season second on the team in tackles
with 77 (55 solo). Also recorded his first-twocareer interceptions (both vs. Minnesota) and
had five pass defenses.
¾¾ LB Josh Bynes joined the Lions in late September off of the Ravens practice squad as he
contributed heavily in 13 games, finishing with
19 tackles (16 solo), one pass defense and his
first-career interception (17 yards).
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Sheridan’s presence in Tampa Bay was felt
immediately as he helped the Buccaneers’ run
defense go from last to first in the NFL as the
defense went from holding opponents to 156.1
yards per game to 82.5 per game. The Bucs also
led the League in opponent negative plays and
tackles for loss in 2012. In 2013, Sheridan’s defense
finished tied for third in total takeaways with 31
(10 FF, 21 INT).
With a knack for developing young defensive
talent, Sheridan was instrumental in the rise
of Buccaneers LB Lavonte David and DT Gerald
McCoy over his two seasons. David finished the
2013 season tied for fifth in the NFL with a careerhigh five interceptions and was one of only two
linebackers in the NFL to record at least five
picks, while McCoy ranked fourth in sacks among
defensive tackles with 9.5. McCoy was named
to his second-consecutive Pro Bowl and both
players were named AP First Team All-Pro in 2013.
Sheridan also played a key role in the revival of
veteran CB Darrelle Revis, who returned from injury
to earn a fifth Pro Bowl nod in his first season with
the Buccaneers.
As the Dolphins linebackers coach from 2010-11,
Sheridan led a fierce group in the likes of Cameron
Wake, Jason Taylor, Karlos Dansby and Kevin
Burnett. Wake’s 14 sacks in 2010 ranked third in the
NFL and are the eighth-most in Dolphins history.
Prior to his stint in Miami, Sheridan spent five
seasons with the New York Giants as linebackers
coach (2005-08) and defensive coordinator (2009).
He helped mold LB Antonio Pierce into a Pro Bowler
and leader of the 2007 Super Bowl championship
defensive unit.
Sheridan’s coaching career began in 1981 at
Shrine (Mich.) High School in Royal Oak where he
worked for four seasons as an assistant coach.
After completing a graduate assistant position
at Michigan from 1985-86, he went on to hold
assistant coaching positions at Maine (1987-88),
Cincinnati (1989-91), Army (1992-97), Michigan
State (1998-2000), Notre Dame (2001) and
Michigan (2002-04).
Sheridan was born January 27, 1959 and is a
native of Detroit, Mich. He attended De La Salle
High School and later earned four letters as a
linebacker at Grand Valley State. He and his wife,
Jaycine, have four children: Joe, Nick, Mark and
Natalie.
SHERIDAN’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2014Linebackers..................................................................2014Tampa Bay Buccaneers...............................2012-13
Miami Dolphins..........................................2010-11
Linebackers............................................................. 2010-11
New York Giants.........................................2005-09
Linebackers............................................................. 2005-08
Michigan....................................................2002-04
Defensive Line........................................................ 2003-04
Linebackers....................................................................2002
Notre Dame.....................................................2001
Safeties/Special Teams ..............................................2001
Michigan State....................................... 1998-2000
Linebackers.........................................................1998-2000
Army..........................................................1992-97
Defensive Backs..................................................... 1996-97
Linebackers............................................................. 1992-95
Cincinnati...................................................1989-91
Linebackers............................................................. 1989-91
Maine........................................................1987-88
Linebackers............................................................. 1987-88
Michigan....................................................1985-86
Shrine (Mich.) High School..........................1981-84
Assistant Coach...................................................... 1981-84
JEREMIAH
WASHBURN
Offensive Line
Years with Lions: 7
Years in NFL: 14
Jeremiah Washburn joined the Lions coaching
staff as the assistant offensive line coach in 2009
and was promoted to offensive line coach in 2013.
Before coming to Detroit, he spent six seasons
working in the Baltimore Ravens player personnel
department. Washburn was the Ravens’ area
scout for the Southwest from 2005-08 and covered
schools from the Big 12, SEC, WAC and Conference
USA. He also assisted with the acquisition of rookie
free agents following the draft.
Detroit’s offensive line continues to be one of the
top pass protecting lines in the NFL for an offense
that has passed more than any other team over the
past six seasons (3,862 pass attempts).
¾¾ Injuries along the offensive line in 2014 resulted
in seven different starting lineup combinations
over the course of the season, including the
team’s NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
Washburn’s development of rookies T Cornelius
Lucas and G Travis Swanson provided necessary
depth up front, allowing the Lions offense to rely
on different contributors throughout the season.
¾¾ Swanson, the team’s third-round (76th overall)
pick out of Arkansas in the 2014 NFL Draft,
started four of the 16 games he played in and
was named 2014 Rookie of the Year by the Detroit Sports Broadcasters Association.
¾¾ The 2013 Lions offensive line featured three new
starters in LT Riley Reiff, RG Larry Warford and
RT LaAdrian Waddle, with veterans C Dominic
Raiola and LG Rob Sims anchoring the unit as
they finished second in the NFL in sacks allowed (23).
¾¾ Detroit also finished second in sacks per pass
play (3.5-percent) and tied for first in percentage
of negative offensive plays (6.9-percent) in 2013.
¾¾ Washburn’s offensive line allowed one or fewer
sacks in 11 games during the 2013 season, and
allowed only two or fewer sacks in 14 games.
¾¾ The offensive line helped generate 241 rushing
yards in Week 13 vs. Green Bay (11/28/13), which
are the most since October 12, 1997 when the
team recorded 259 against Tampa Bay.
¾¾ In 2012, the Lions offensive line helped pave the
way for 17 rushing touchdowns. The Lions’ 17
touchdowns on the ground ranked sixth overall in
the NFL, and were the most rushing touchdowns
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by the team since Detroit scored 19 in 1997.
Washburn was instrumental in Reiff’s development as a rookie in 2012. Reiff played a key role
in his first season on the Lions offensive line in
an unbalanced tight end formation.
During his first two years in Baltimore (200304), Washburn was a player personnel assistant.
He assisted in pro scouting, including some
advance scouting of opponents, unrestricted free
agents, NFL Europa and other free agents, and
he also assisted the college scouting director in
preparation for the NFL Draft.
In 2002, Washburn entered the NFL as a football
operations assistant with the Carolina Panthers.
Washburn was a three-year guard at the
University of Arkansas. He was an international
economics major and was a graduate assistant
for the Razorbacks’ athletic department while he
earned his MBA.
Washburn was born June 17, 1977. He and his
wife, Susan, have two daughters, Ally and Megan,
and a son, Drew.
WASHBURN’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2009 Offensive Line..............................................................2013 Assistant Offensive Line....................................... 2009-12
Baltimore Ravens.......................................2003-08
Area Scout............................................................... 2005-08
Player Personnel Assistant................................. 2003-04
Carolina Panthers............................................2002
Football Operations Assistant..................................2002
Arkansas...................................................2000-01
JIM
WASHBURN
Defensive Line
Years with Lions: 3
Years in NFL: 17
Heralded as one of the best defensive line
coaches in the NFL, Washburn joined the Detroit
Lions coaching staff as assistant defensive line/
pass rush specialist in 2013 after serving as the
Philadelphia Eagles’ defensive line coach from
2011-2012. Washburn’s stout coaching resume
features six defensive linemen he has coached to
the Pro Bowl, including Jason Babin, Kyle Vanden
Bosch, Kevin Carter, Albert Haynesworth, Jevon
Kearse and Ndamukong Suh.
Alongside defensive line coach Kris Kocurek,
Washburn has brought an intensified approach
to the Lions defensive line over the past two
seasons with his proven track record as a pass
rush specialist.
¾¾ The 2014 Lions defensive line was among the
best in the league in forcing opponents into
negative plays (sacks and tackles for loss on
rushing plays). Detroit ranked fifth in sacks by
defensive line (34.0), tied for third in TFL on
rushing plays by defensive line (26) and second
in total negative plays by defensive line with 60.
¾¾ The Lions tied an NFL record for the most games
(14) holding opponents to less than 100 rushing
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yards in a season. The 14 games limiting opponents to less than 100 rushing yards is also
a franchise record.
DE Ezekiel Ansah followed up on his stellar
rookie season by finishing with 7.5 sacks in 2014,
giving him 15.5 in his first two NFL seasons. His
15.5 sacks over the last two seasons rank third
among all NFL defensive players in their second
or third seasons behind only DE Olivier Vernon
(18.0) and DE Chandler Jones (17.5).
In his first season with the Lions after being
drafted fifth overall, rookie DE Ezekiel Ansah
led the team in sacks in 2013 with eight, the
second most sacks by a Lions rookie since DT
Ndamukong Suh had 10 in 2010.
Ansah recorded three multi-sack games, posting
two sacks at Washington (9/22), vs. Tampa Bay
(11/24) and vs. Green Bay (11/24). His eight sacks
also led all NFL rookies.
The Lions defensive line had their best outing
of the season on Thanksgiving Day (11/28) vs.
Green Bay, sacking Packers QB Matt Flynn seven
times, forcing a fumble and recording a safety.
Rookie DE Devin Taylor also emerged as a
valuable asset at defensive end in 2013 as he
finished the season with 2.5 sacks and two
forced fumbles.
WASHBURN’S COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2013 Defensive Line.............................................................2014 Assistant Defensive Line/Pass Rush Specialist....2013
Philadelphia Eagles....................................2011-12
Defensive Line Coach............................................ 2011-12
Tennessee Titans....................................1999-2010
Defensive Line Coach........................................1999-2010
Houston..........................................................1998
Defensive Line Coach...................................................1998
Arkansas...................................................1994-97
Charlotte Rage................................................1993
Assistant Coach.............................................................1993
London Monarchs.......................................1991-92
Defensive Line Coach...................................................1991
Charlotte Barons.............................................1990
Head Coach.....................................................................1990
South Carolina...........................................1983-88
New Mexico...............................................1980-82
Livingston.......................................................1979
Lees-McRae...............................................1977-78
Southern Methodist.........................................1976
In his first year with Philadelphia, Washburn led Graduate Assistant.......................................................1976
the Eagles to a League-leading 50 sacks in 2011,
46 of which came from his defensive line unit. Under
Washburn’s guidance, Babin notched a career-high
18 sacks and earned his second trip to the Pro Bowl.
Washburn brings 16 previous years of NFL
coaching experience to the Lions, beginning his
professional coaching career with the Tennessee
Titans as defensive line coach from 1999-2010.
During his time in Tennessee, the Titans ranked
seventh in the NFL in sacks and fifth in rushing
yards allowed. Washburn helped lead the Titans
to six playoff berths, three division titles and one
AFC championship.
Prior to joining the Titans, Washburn spent
more than 20 years coaching in the Arena Football
League, NFL Europe and collegiate programs,
including defensive line coach positions at Houston
(1998), Arkansas (1994-1997) and South Carolina
(1983-1988).
Washburn began his coaching career as a
graduate assistant at Southern Methodist
University. A native of Shelby, N.C., he was a fouryear letterman at Gardner-Webb College where he
earned a bachelor’s degree in physical education
in 1973. He later added his master’s degree from
North Carolina A&T in 1975.
Washburn was born December 2, 1963. He and
his wife, Sandy, have three children, Jessica, Brady,
Jeremiah, daughters-in-law Susan and Ashley and
eight grandchildren, Allison Grace, Luke, Drew,
Avery Jane, Megan, Cash and Noah.
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ALAN
WILLIAMS
Defensive Backs/Safeties
Years with Lions: 2
Years in NFL: 15
With more than 10 years of experience coaching
NFL defensive backs, Alan Williams joined the
Lions staff in 2014 as the team’s defensive backs/
safeties coach after serving as the Minnesota
Vikings defensive coordinator for two seasons
(2012-13). He enters his 15th season coaching in
the NFL, with previous stops with the Indianapolis
Colts (2002-11) and Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2001).
In 2006, he mentored the Colts’ defensive backs
en route to the team’s 29-17 win over the Chicago
Bears in Super Bowl XLI.
Williams’ impact on Detroit’s secondary was
evident in his first season with the Lions as S
Glover Quin and S James Ihedigbo emerged as
one of the best back-end defensive combinations
in the NFL in 2014.
¾¾ Quin finished the 2014 season with the League
lead in interceptions with seven, becoming the
first Lions player to lead the NFL in interceptions
since Hall of Fame CB Lem Barney in 1967 when
he registered 10 during his exceptional rookie
campaign. He is also the first Lions player to
grab seven picks in a season since S Kurt Schulz
(7) in 2000.
¾¾ Quin was named to his first-career Pro Bowl and
also received Second Team Associated Press
All-Pro honors for his efforts. He was named
NFC Defensive Player of the Week for Week
15, the third Lions player to receive the honor
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in 2014 (LB DeAndre Levy, Week 1; DE Ezekiel
Ansah, Week 6).
Ihedigbo followed closely behind with four interceptions in 2014, as he was tied for fifth among
all NFL safeties. In his first season in Detroit,
he finished with 71 total tackles (59 solo),
two sacks (10 yards), eight pass defenses, a
career-high three forced fumbles and one fumble
recovery after missing the first three games of
the season due to injury.
As a unit, the Lions safeties led the NFL in
interceptions with 11 and ranked fourth in pass
defenses with 20.
A security valve for both the Lions secondary
and special teams units, S Don Carey recorded
his first-career fumble return touchdown in Week
3 vs. Green Bay (9/21) on a 40-yard scoop and
score in the first quarter. In his 13 games in 2014
he registered seven tackles (six solo) and five
special teams tackles (four solo).
S Isa Abdul-Quddus emerged as a valuable contributor in nickel packages and on special teams
in his first season in Detroit as he recorded 29
tackles (19 solo) and two pass defenses.
During Williams’ tenure as defensive coordinator
in Minnesota (2012-13), the Vikings were tied for
seventh in sacks with 85 and ninth in tackles for
loss with 91. In 2013, the Vikings defense overcame
a variety of injuries as three players in the defensive
backfield, S Andrew Sendejo, CB Marcus Sherels
and CB Shaun Prater, logged their first career
interceptions under Williams’ watch. Veteran DE
Jared Allen led the team in sacks with 11.5, his
seventh straight season with 10+ sacks, as fellow
DE Brian Robison recorded a career-best nine.
Williams spent a decade coaching the
Indianapolis Colts secondary where he worked
with some of the League’s most elite defensive
backfield talent, including S Antoine Bethea and
S Bob Sanders. From 2002-11, the Colts ranked in
the Top-6 in the NFL in passing defense five times
and finished out of the Top-15 only once. Williams
guided Bethea (2007, 2009) and Sanders (2005,
2007) to two Pro Bowl seasons each. Sanders was
named AP Defensive Player of the Year in 2007, the
first Colts player to ever receive the honor.
From 2002-10, the Colts earned nine-consecutive
playoff berths, during which the defense recorded
18 interceptions in the playoffs, including seven
during the team’s playoff-run to their Super Bowl
XLI win over Chicago in 2006. Williams’ secondary
also helped the Colts defense in 2008 set an NFL
record for fewest passing touchdowns allowed
with six, the lowest number ever surrendered in a
16-game season.
Williams began his NFL coaching career with
the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2001 as a defensive
assistant under former head coach Tony Dungy,
where he worked with All-Pro players in the likes
of John Lynch and Ronde Barber. That season,
Williams coached alongside current Cowboys
Assistant Head Coach of Defense Monte Kiffin
and Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin as the Bucs
finished 9-7 and earned an NFC Wild Card berth.
A former standout running back at William &
Mary from 1988-91, Williams later returned to his
alma mater where he coached the running backs
and defensive backs for five seasons (1996-2000).
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His first coaching stint was as an assistant head
coach at Norview (Va.) High School where he
kindled his craft for working with running backs
and defensive backs from 1992-95.
Williams was born November 4, 1969. He is a
native of Norfolk, Va. and he and his wife, Lisa, have
three children – Christian, Solomon and Nathan.
WILLIAMS’ COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2014 Defensive Backs/Safeties.........................................2014Minnesota Vikings......................................2012-13
Defensive Backs..................................................... 2002-11
Tampa Bay Buccaneers....................................2001
Defensive Assistant......................................................2001
William & Mary......................................1996-2000
Defensive Backs.................................................1998-2000
Running Backs........................................................ 1996-97
Norview (Va.) High School..........................1992-95
Assistant Head Coach/RBs/DBs......................... 1992-95
STEVEN
WILLIAMS
Defensive Quality Control
Years with Lions: 1
Years in NFL: 1
Williams joins the Lions coaching staff after
spending the past three years at Penn State
University, where he worked with several areas
of the Nittany Lions football program. In 2012,
he arrived on the State College, Pa., campus
and served one season as assistant strength
and conditioning coach (2012) and then was an
offensive/defensive graduate assistant during his
final two seasons.
In 2011, Williams began his college coaching
career as a graduate assistant at the University
of South Carolina working with the Gamecocks
strength and conditioning program, as well as the
team’s defensive backs and special teams.
Prior to his stint at South Carolina, Williams
spent three years (2008-2010) as a teacher and
assistant football coach at Karen Wagner High
School in San Antonio, Texas.
Williams graduated from Harvard University
in 2008 and was a standout on the gridiron for
the Crimson. During his college career, he set the
school’s career record for interceptions (16) and
tied Harvard’s record for interceptions in a singleseason (8). While at Harvard he earned first-team
AFCA All-America honors and was unanimous
all-conference as a senior. Following graduation,
Williams participated in the 2008 Detroit Lions
Rookie Mini-Camp as a tryout invitee.
WILLIAMS’ COACHING BACKGROUND
Detroit Lions................................................. 2015 Defensive Quality Control.........................................2015Penn State.................................................2012-14
Defensive Graduate Assistant...................................2014
Offensive Graduate Assistant............................. 2012-13
Assistant Strength and Conditioning.......................2012
South Carolina................................................2011
Karen Wagner (Texas) High School..............2008-10
Assistant Coach...................................................... 2008-10
PLAYER PERSONNEL
BRIAN
XANDERS
Senior Personnel Executive
Years with Lions: 3
Years in NFL: 22
Brian Xanders is in his third
season with the Lions, following a five-year stint
with the Denver Broncos. During his last four
seasons with the Broncos he served as the team’s
general manager. For the Lions, he works with all
areas of the club’s player personnel department,
including college scouting, pro personnel, advance
scouting, football research/analytics and football
information systems development. Since 2013, he
has assisted the Lions’ personnel department in
acquiring 16 new starters and 76 new players on
the 90-man roster. The 2014 Lions won 11 games,
earned a berth in the playoffs, had five Pro Bowl
players and finished first in run defense and second
in points allowed.
This season marks his 22nd year in the NFL
working in a variety of player personnel, scouting,
football operations and coaching staff roles during
his time at three different teams (Detroit, Denver
and Atlanta). He has direct experience in player
evaluations with the last 19 NFL Draft classes and
15 free agency periods.
During his tenure as the Broncos’ general
manager, he engineered the personnel
transformation where 90-percent of the team’s
roster (55 of 61 players) were acquired through the
draft, free agency or re-signed by the club. Those
players led the Broncos to AFC West division titles
in 2011 and 2012. In 2011, Denver became only the
third team since the 1970 NFL merger to win its
division and a playoff game with a new head coach
following four wins the previous season.
The Broncos executed high-producing NFL Draft
classes from 2010-12, which finished first in the
NFL in playtime and second in games started during
the three-year period. There are 14 primary starters
on NFL teams from those draft classes, including
four Pro Bowl players: LB Von Miller, WR Demaryius
Thomas, TE Julius Thomas and OG Zane Beadles.
There were also eight other Pro Bowl players who
were acquired, signed or extended during his tenure:
QB Peyton Manning (FA, 2012), SS Brian Dawkins
(UFA, 2009-11), WR Brandon Lloyd (FA, 2009-11),
RB Willis McGahee (FA, 2011), CB Champ Bailey
(re-signed, 2011), DE Elvis Dumervil (re-signed,
2010), WR Brandon Marshall (re-signed, 2010), and
OT Ryan Clady (1st round, 2008).
During his tenure in Denver, he also supervised
the day-to-day operations of the Broncos’ college
scouting, pro scouting, labor operations/salary cap,
equipment, medical, video, football systems and
football operations departments. He served on the
NFL College Advisory, NFL Combine Selection and
the NFL Statistics Committees. He was originally
hired by Denver as assistant general manager in
2008.
Before joining the Broncos, he worked 14
seasons (1994-2008) with the Atlanta Falcons
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in various scouting, player personnel, football
operations, coaching staff and technology/systems
roles. Xanders was a member of the Falcons’
defensive coaching staff on their 1998 team that
became the first in franchise history to earn a
Super Bowl berth (XXXIII). Selected by the Falcons
to attend Stanford University’s NFL Program for
Managers in 2005, he has given presentations at
several universities on NFL player personnel issues.
A former linebacker who played for Bobby
Bowden at Florida State University from 1989-92,
Xanders was a member of four bowl-winning teams
with the Seminoles that had a 42-7 combined
record. He was an All-Atlantic Coast Conference
academic team selection and graduated from FSU
with a master’s degree in business administration
and a bachelor’s degree in business management.
Xanders and his wife of 17 years, Amy, have
two children, Reid and Mary Claire and reside in
Northville, Michigan.
SCOTT
McEWEN
Senior Personnel Executive
Years in NFL: 29
Scott McEwen is now in his 29th season working
in the Lions’ personnel department and his first as
senior personnel executive following his promotion
in May 2015. In his previous role, he managed the
college side of the team’s scouting department, and
was a key cog in the team’s evaluation of college
players throughout the country. McEwen plays an
integral role in the team’s planning and preparation
for the annual college selection meeting.
McEwen is the team’s elder statesman among
the members of the player personnel department,
having been a member of the scouting staff for
the longest period of time. He originally joined the
organization in 1987.
A 1980 graduate of West Liberty State (W. Va.),
McEwen began his tenure with the Lions as an area
scout after spending two seasons working for the
BLESTO Scouting Service. Prior to his scouting
career, the East McKeesport, Pa., native served
as the defensive line coach at his alma mater
from 1980-81, and later coached four seasons at
Duquesne University (Pittsburgh, Pa.).
McEwen and his wife, Colleen, reside in
Pittsburgh, Pa., and have four sons: Scott Jr.,
Matthew, Patrick and Michael.
SHELDON
WHITE
Vice President of
Pro Personnel
Years in NFL: 19
Sheldon White is entering his 19th season with
the Lions. He was promoted to Lions Vice President
of Pro Personnel April 30, 2009. During his first
three years in the team’s personnel department,
White fulfilled a myriad of roles: in 1997 as the
team’s BLESTO area scout, in 1998 as an area
scout and in 1999 working in both the college and
pro scouting areas before becoming director of pro
personnel in 2000.
In his current capacity as Lions Vice President
of Pro Personnel, White is involved in all player
personnel matters and reports directly to Martin
Mayhew and Tom Lewand. He remains in constant
communication with them, as well as Head Coach
Jim Caldwell, the coaching staff, trainers, the media
department, equipment managers, and the finance
department regarding personnel transactions.
He heads a team of personnel scouts that are
responsible for evaluating all of the players in the
National Football League, including the current
Lions roster, and is also in charge of tryouts and
visits for potential additional signings. White runs
the free agent meetings, plays a key role in free
agency and is an integral part of the draft process.
He is also involved with the negotiating process,
providing detailed reports on pro and college
prospects, and has negotiated high round draft
choices and selected free agents. Additionally,
White runs a scouting internship program for
prospective scouts during training camp and is
in charge of the seasonal interns. Finally, he is
responsible for the Lions official daily transactions
and ensures that the team is in compliance with
the NFL Player Personnel rules and regulations.
Sheldon was inducted into Miami University’s
Athletic Hall of Fame in 2014. His football jersey
number has also been retired at Meadowdale High
School in Dayton, Ohio.
In 2012, White was a recipient of the Johnnie
Cochran Salute to Excellence award, alongside five
general managers, two head coaches and former
commissioner Paul Tagliabue. The awards were
given to Tagliabue and some front office executives
from high achieving teams during the 2011 season.
He received the award again after the 2014 season.
In 2004, White completed the NFL’s career
development program at Stanford’s Graduate
School of Business.
White, a Lions defensive back from 1990-1992,
initially re-joined the organization in 1997 as a
BLESTO scout after coaching wide receivers at his
alma mater, Miami (Ohio) from 1994-96. That post
followed a six-year NFL playing career in which
White also saw action for the New York Giants in
1988-89 and the Cincinnati Bengals in 1993.
A native of Dayton, OH, White was a four year
starter at Miami (Ohio) from 1984-87, and was
selected by the Cincinnati Enquirer to Miami’s First
Team All-Century team. He earned First Team AllDETROIT LIONS
MAC and Honorable Mention All-American honors
in 1986-87 and served as a key contributor to the
school’s MAC title in 1986.
In 1988, he was selected by the Giants in the
third round (62nd overall) of the NFL Draft, and was
named to the All-NFL Rookie First Team by College
& Pro Football Weekly. White was also named the
team’s Rookie of the Year after leading the club with
four interceptions. Following a two-year stint in
New York, White signed with the Lions. He played
three seasons in Detroit and was an integral part of
the 1991 team that won the NFC Central title and
advanced to the NFC Championship game. White
then signed as an unrestricted free agent with the
Bengals, where he spent the ’93 campaign, before
entering the coaching ranks at Miami (Ohio) in 1994.
Since July 2004, White has served as a member
of the Business Advisory Council for the Richard T.
Farmer School of Business at his alma mater, Miami
University. He is also on the Advisory Council for
the Nunn-Wooten Scouting Fellowship which is
designed for former players interested in becoming
professional scouts.
White graduated from Miami with a Bachelor of
Science degree in Business, majoring in finance. He
and his wife, Amy, have four children: sons Sheldon
II, Jordan, and Cody, and a daughter, Lacy.
ROB
LOHMAN
Assistant Director of Pro
Personnel
Years with Lions: 9
Years in NFL: 15
Rob Lohman enters his ninth season with the
Lions and his second as assistant director of pro
personnel after serving seven seasons as the
team’s college scouting coordinator and regional
scout. Lohman is now the team’s primary advance
scout in addition to his extensive involvement in pro
personnel evaluations, and will also scout other pro
leagues, including the CFL and AFL.
“Rob is a great asset to both our pro and college
scouting,” Lions Executive Vice President of
Football Operations and General Manager Martin
Mayhew said. “As we continue to seek ways to
improve our player personnel operations each
year, we want to identify individuals who can help
evaluate, select and grow talent level on this team.
Rob has done a great job for us and his new role
has benefited our evaluation of pro prospects and
free agents alike.”
Lohman originally joined the player personnel
staff in May 2007 and had a variety of responsibilities
in both college and pro scouting, including serving
as the team’s advance scout during his first season.
Previously, Lohman spent six years with
the Houston Texans, and was a member of the
organization before it began play in the NFL in
2002. From 2004-06, he served as the team’s
northeast regional scout, and was the team’s pro
administrator from 2002-03. Additionally in 2003,
he handled all the team advance scouting duties.
Lohman joined the Texans in 2001 as a scouting
intern.
Before entering the NFL ranks in 2001, he was a
graduate assistant at Syracuse University, where
he earned his master’s degree in higher education.
In 1998, Lohman was a special teams and
recruiting assistant at Hofstra.
Lohman graduated from the University of South
Carolina, where he earned a bachelor’s degree
in sports management and worked with the
Gamecocks’ football program as an undergraduate
recruiting assistant. He and his wife, Mari, have a
son, Brenden, and a daughter, Katie.
LANCE
NEWMARK
Director of College Scouting
Years in NFL: 20
Lance Newmark enters his 18th year in the
Lions player personnel department and his first as
the team’s director of college scouting after being
promoted to the position in May 2015.
In his new role, Newmark, 40, will oversee the
player personnel’s college scouting operations
and the team’s evaluation of college talent. He
has spent the past seven seasons as the assistant
director of college scouting following his promotion
in 2008 and has also served as a national scout,
evaluating prospects throughout the country.
Newmark’s time with the Lions began in 1998,
assisting the player personnel department with
various pro and college scouting assignments
during the season and in preparation for the 1999
NFL Draft. Newmark was officially hired as a
personnel scout on May 1, 1999 and worked six
years in that role before being promoted to national
scout in 2005. Prior to his time with the Lions,
Newmark worked two years for the San Diego
Chargers as a staff assistant.
Raised in La Mesa, Calif., Newmark played wide
receiver for two years at San Diego Mesa College,
before transferring to the University of San Diego
for one year, where injuries ended his playing career.
He holds a degree in social sciences.
Newmark and his wife, Jennifer, reside in
Commerce Township, Mich. with their daughters
Laci, Kendall and Ava.
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DARREN
ANDERSON
Regional
Scout
Years with Lions: 4
Years in NFL: 4
Darren Anderson enters his fourth season
with the Lions after joining the player personnel
department as a regional scout in 2012. Since
then he’s earned an expanded role within the
team’s scouting department and now supervises
the scouting efforts for the Lions’ Midwest Region.
Anderson also spent time in the NFL as a
cornerback from 1992-98. He was a fourth-round
selection (93rd overall) of the New England Patriots
in the 1992 NFL Draft out of the University of Toledo
and played for the Patriots (1992), Tampa Bay
Buccaneers (1993), Kansas City Chiefs (1994-97)
and Atlanta Falcons (1998). After his NFL playing
days ended he transitioned into the financial
services industry where he worked for 12 years
before coming to the Lions in 2012.
He and his wife, Robyn, live in West Chester, Ohio
and have four children, including daughters, Drew
(16), Regan (14) and Riley (5), and son, Hunter (12).
CARY
CONKLIN
Regional
Scout
Years with Lions: 7
Years in NFL: 11
Cary Conklin, who serves at the team’s West
Coast regional scout in his seventh season with the
Lions, brings both scouting and coaching experience
to the team’s player personnel department. From
2006-08, Conklin was a scout for the St. Louis Rams
and was a scout for the Washington Redskins in
2003. As a coach, Conklin coached quarterbacks at
Eastern Michigan from 2000-01 and was the wide
receivers coach at the University of Washington in
1998. He began his coaching career at Washington
where he was a student assistant and worked with
quarterbacks from 1996-98.
In 1990, Conklin was a fourth-round pick at
quarterback by the Washington Redskins in the NFL
Draft. He played for the Redskins from 1990-94 and
with the San Francisco 49ers in 1995. Conklin was
a teammate of Lions Executive Vice President of
Football Operations and General Manager Martin
Mayhew with the Redskins during the 1990-92
seasons.
In college, Conklin set numerous passing
records for the Washington Huskies. He was
recruited to play for the Huskies after being named
Washington’s Gatorade Player of the Year while
attending Eisenhower High School in Yakima, Wash.
Conklin is married to wife, Demetra, and has two
daughters, Cosette and Violet, and a son, Canon.
CHAD
HENRY
Regional
Scout
Years in NFL: 20
Chad Henry, one of the team’s regional scouts
who evaluates college talent throughout the year,
enters his 19th year working full-time in the Lions’
player personnel department and 20th year overall
in the organization. He originally served as the
team’s BLESTO scout before being promoted to
area scout in 2000.
Henry possesses a variety of experience, both
in coaching and scouting at all levels of football.
Before being hired full-time in 1998, he spent a year
as an intern in the Lions’ personnel department and
assisted in numerous capacities in both college and
pro scouting. He also served as a personnel and
coaching staff assistant for the San Diego Chargers
during training camp in 1996. Among Henry’s
coaching stops were at his alma mater, Indiana
(Pa.) Area Senior High School in the Fall of ‘97,
and as a scholastic level summer league baseball
coach in 1996-97. He is also active with the western
Pennsylvania-based charitable organization The
Homeboys Foundation, including coaching at their
annual free football camp for youth ages 6-18.
Although side effects from a bout with cancer
during high school ended Henry’s playing career
prematurely, he continued in football as a student
assistant at Penn State from 1991-93. He was also
an undergraduate assistant coach and recruiting
assistant at Indiana University of Pennsylvania
upon transferring there in the spring of 1994.
In May 1996, Henry received his bachelor’s
degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania
in English. He completed his master’s work in
labor and industrial relations from the school in
May 1998.
Henry, and his wife, Holly, reside in Pittsburgh,
Pa. They have three children: Leah, Madeline and
Trent. Henry’s father, Jack, coached the Lions’
offensive line from 1997-99, and retired in 2009
after a 40-year coaching career.
JOE
KELLEHER
Regional Scout/College
Scouting Coordinator
Years with Lions: 5
Yezrs in NFL: 6
Joe Kelleher joined the Lions in June, 2011 and
enters his fifth season with the team. He serves as
the team’s college scouting coordinator and is also
a regional scout, primarily responsible for covering
the Plains/Central region after spending the past
two seasons scouting the Midwest region. Kelleher
originally served as the team’s BLESTO scout
before being promoted to regional scout in 2012.
Kelleher joined the Lions’ Player Personnel
Department after working as a scouting assistant
for National Football Scouting and the National
Invitational Camp (NFL Combine). After his hiring
by National Football Scouting in November
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2009, Kelleher assisted in several aspects of the
organization’s operations, including the review of
scouting reports, overseeing daily management of
the NFL Medical Database website and assisting in
the preparation and operations of the NFL Combine
held annually in Indianapolis.
Earlier that year, Kelleher served a six-month
internship as a scouting intern for BLESTO
Scouting.
In 2008, Kelleher interned for the Lions Football
Operations Department, and he assisted with the
team’s training camp logistics, team travel and
other aspects of the team’s day-to-day football
operations. He previously interned with the New
York Giants Pro Personnel Department during
training camp in 2007.
A native of Potomac, Md., Kelleher attended
Butler University and played offensive tackle and
tight end for the Bulldogs football team. Kelleher
graduated from Butler with a bachelor’s degree in
business-marketing, and went on to earn a Master
of Business Administration and a Master of Sports
Administration from Ohio University.
Kelleher and his wife, Jill, reside in Northville,
Michigan.
DAVE
SEARS
Regional
Scout
Years with Lions: 9
Years in NFL: 19
Dave Sears joined the Lions player personnel
department as a regional scout in May 2007 after
spending seven seasons with the Houston Texans
organization. He joined the Texans’ personnel
department in May 2000 to scout the Central
Region.
Prior to his stint in Houston, Sears spent three
seasons (1997-2000) working with Washington’s
scouting department. He started with the Redskins
as an intern in January 1997 and was hired as their
scouting administrator in May. Sears was promoted
as the Redskins’ BLESTO scout in May of 1998. He
also spent time interning for the Springfield Falcons
in the American Hockey League.
Sears earned a bachelor’s degree in sports
management from Springfield (Mass.) College and
he was a four-year linebacker for Springfield’s
football team. He attended Hauppauge High School
in his hometown of Hauppauge, N.Y., and lettered
in football, basketball and lacrosse.
Sears is married to his wife, Nancy and together
they have a daughter, Delaine.
DAVE
UYRUS
National
Scout
Years in NFL: 22
Dave Uyrus joined the Lions’ personnel
department as an area scout in June 2000, and
2015 marks his 16th season with the club. Prior
to joining the club’s scouting staff, Uyrus spent
seven years (1994-2000) with the New England
Patriots. He started as their assistant director of
pro scouting (1994-96) and then was director of pro
scouting for three years (1997-99). Uyrus worked as
a national scout for the Patriots in 2000.
Uyrus has been coaching and scouting in the
collegiate and professional ranks for nearly 40
years, beginning with his first job in 1974 as
freshman coach of his alma mater, Middlebury
College. In 1975 he coached the varsity tight ends
at Brown University and the following year he
was an assistant coach at Lee High School in Lee,
Mass. He then joined Dick MacPherson’s staff at
Massachusetts as a graduate assistant in 1977-78
before moving on to American International in 1979
and Merchant Marine Academy in 1980.
Following those stints, Uyrus then re-joined
MacPherson’s staff at Syracuse in 1981. He spent
10 seasons (1981-90) with the Orangemen, six as
the tight ends and special teams coach (198590). He moved into the professional ranks after
MacPherson was named the head coach of the
Patriots in 1991. He spent the 1991-92 campaigns
as the Patriots’ assistant defensive line and special
teams coach before coaching the tight ends and
special teams at Cornell in 1993.
As a player, Uyrus earned honorable mention
Little All-American, All-ECAC and All-New England
Small College honors as a junior at Middlebury.
He and his wife, Heidi, have two daughters, Haley
and Gwendolyn.
ALAN
ANDERSON
BLESTO
Scout
Years with Lions: 5
Years in NFL: 5
Alan Anderson enters his second season as the
Lions’ BLESTO scout after spending three years as
the team’s pro personnel assistant. In his current
role, Anderson is responsible for covering the
Southeast Region scouting area, including Florida,
Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina.
Anderson completed an internship in the Lions
player personnel department in 2010 and was
promoted to pro personnel assistant in 2012. While
with the club, Anderson has assisted with several
player personnel projects including evaluation and
production of various scouting reports, annual NFL
Draft prep, free agency acquisitions and other daily
administrative tasks.
Prior to joining the Lions, Anderson served in
a myriad of roles as a student assistant with the
Florida State Athletic Department from 2006-2010,
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including defensive student assistant (2006) and
recruiting student assistant (2006-09) for the
football team, as well as compliance graduate
assistant (2009-10). A native of Cooper City, Fla.,
he graduated from Florida State in 2008 with a
bachelor’s degree in sport management, and later
went on to receive his master’s degree from the
university in sport administration in 2010.
Prior to joining the Lions, Anderson served in
a myriad of roles as a student assistant with the
Florida State Athletic Department from 2006-2010,
including defensive student assistant (2006) and
recruiting student assistant (2006-09) for the
football team, as well as compliance graduate
assistant (2009-10). A native of Cooper City, Fla.,
he graduated from Florida State in 2008 with a
bachelor’s degree in sport management, and later
went on to receive his master’s degree from the
university in sport administration in 2010.
FOOTBALL OPERATIONS
CEDRIC
SAUNDERS
Senior Vice President of
Football Operations
Years in NFL: 17
Cedric Saunders, now in his 10th year with
the Lions, enters his first season as senior vice
president of football operations after serving as vice
president of football operations for the past seven
seasons. In his second season with the club (2007),
Saunders was promoted to director of football
operations. He came to Detroit after spending the
previous five seasons with Tampa Bay (2001-05).
Saunders works closely with Executive Vice
President of Football Operations and General
Manager Martin Mayhew and oversees the team’s
football operations, including the coordination
of the year-round football calendar. Among his
football operations duties, Saunders oversees
the Lions’ player development department, video
department, equipment operations, team travel,
athletic training staff, strength and conditioning,
cafeteria operations, security department and
human resources. Along with the coordination of
those departments, he handles the annual budgets
for the coaching staff, coaching support staff and
player personnel department.
Saunders also assists with player personnel,
including the development of the team’s roster,
college scouting and on-campus visits and
pro talent evaluation. He plays a role in the
coordination of the team’s free agency and draft
agenda, including free agent and draft eligible
visits. In addition to his various football operations
responsibilities, he also assists with contract
negotiations.
In 2014, Saunders attended the NFL Career
Development Symposium for General Manager and
Head Coach talent held at the Wharton School of
the University of Pennsylvania, one of the most
prestigious business schools in the country.
While directing the player development
department in Tampa Bay, Saunders helped get
players involved in continuing education programs,
off-season internships and jobs to prepare for
possible post-NFL careers. He was also the
main contact between the players and the club’s
community relations department and encouraged
player involvement in charities and community
activities.
Prior to joining the Buccaneers, Saunders spent
the previous two seasons as an area scout for the
Kansas City Chiefs, evaluating college talent in
the Midwest. A native of Sarasota, Fla., Saunders
was in training camp for three seasons with Tampa
Bay (1994-96), and saw action on both the practice
squad and active roster in 1995 as a tight end and
special teams player. He also played with the
Scottish Claymores of NFL Europe in 1997.
A four-year starter at Ohio State, Saunders
posted 68 career receptions for 853 yards for the
Buckeyes. He recorded 27 catches and earned
second-team All-Big 10 honors as a senior in 1993
and was an honorable mention selection as a junior.
Saunders and his wife, Bashi, have two
daughters, Reegan and Charlie Bleu, and two
sons, Cayden and Kai.
ATHLETIC TRAINING
KEVIN
BASTIN
Head Athletic Trainer
Years with Lions: 2
Kevin Bastin (pronounced bas-teen) joined
the Lions April 21, 2014 as head athletic trainer.
Bastin will oversees the team’s medical operations,
including the athletic training staff and team
physicians, in addition to the numerous medical
specialists who work closely with the players’ care
and physical rehabilitation.
Bastin brings more than 26 years of athletic
training experience to the Lions staff, including 20
years in the NFL. He was the assistant athletic
trainer for the Washington Redskins from 19892001 before being named the Houston Texans head
athletic trainer in 2001, a role he fulfilled until 2009.
Most recently, he served as the director of athletic
training services for the Memorial Hermann Ironman
Sports Institute in Houston.
While with the Redskins, Bastin was a member
of the team’s Super Bowl championship run during
the 1991 season. In 1995, the Washington training
staff was named Athletic Training Staff of the Year
by the NFL.
Bastin began his career as a clinical athletic
trainer with Morgantown Physical Therapy
Associates in 1985 before becoming the assistant
athletic trainer at the University of Louisville from
1986-88. He has served as the secretary for the
board of directors for the Professional Football
Athletic Trainers Society, as well as the National
Center for Human Performance’s board in Houston.
A native of Quiet Dell, W.Va., Bastin graduated
from Roosevelt-Wilson High School in 1980. He
earned a bachelor of science degree in physical
education and athletic training from West Virginia
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University in 1984 before going on to receive a
master’s degree in sport health from the University
of Miami (Fla.). In 2013, he was inducted into West
Virginia University’s College of Physical Activity and
Sport Science Hall of Fame.
ADMINISTRATION
BILL
KEENIST
Communications
Bill Keenist embarks upon his 31st season
within the Lions’ organization. In 2001, he was
promoted to the post of senior vice president
of communications. Keenist is the team’s chief
spokesman on football and organizational matters.
Along with leading the team’s football
communications, he also works closely with other
team business initiatives, including broadcasting,
community affairs, corporate communications,
digital media, marketing, sales and tickets.
Keenist has been with the Lions since 1985 when
he was hired as assistant public relations director.
In 1987 he was named director of public relations,
a position he held until his appointment as director
of marketing, broadcasting and communications in
1991. He held that position until 1994 when he was
promoted to vice president for administration and
communications.
From 1996-2001, Keenist, as a team vice
president, supervised the areas of communications,
broadcasting and marketing. Under his direction,
the Lions launched several in-house media
initiatives in the 1990s, including: a team television
show, radio shows, a state-wide preseason TV and
highlight show network, team newspaper, magazine
and Internet site. Many of those entities are still
in operation today. Keenist, also coordinated the
teams’ broadcast negotiations for local TV and
Radio from 1989 thru 2001.
Keenist’s NFL career began in 1981 when he
worked for the Washington Redskins as a public
relations assistant. He was a member of the
Redskins staff when the team won Super Bowl XVII
in 1983 over Miami. He also served as the Redskins’
director of promotions in 1983.
After leaving the Redskins, Keenist returned
home to the Pittsburgh area where he was the
public relations director for the Pittsburgh Maulers
of the United States Football League in 1984. After
the Maulers’ one season in the USFL, Keenist
served as the sports public relations director for the
Pittsburgh Civic Arena, where he worked primarily
with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Keenist’s talents have been recognized around
the NFL. For Super Bowls XXIV through XXVIII he
had the honor of being selected a public relations
co-captain, which involves the coordination of all
media-related activities at the Super Bowl. In all, he
has worked a total of 22 Super Bowls for the NFL.
In the past, he has served on the following
NFL PR/Marketing Committees: Broadcasting;
Governmental Affairs and Insider Magazine. Keenist
has been the P.R. Chairman of the NFC Central
division and Chairman of the Public Relations
Special Projects Committee.
In 2002, Keenist was honored by the Detroit
Sports Broadcasters Association with the “Best
of the Best” award, which annually honors the top
sports public relations person in the Detroit media
market. In 2003, the Lions’ 2002 club seat ticket
commercial, produced by Keenist, was nominated
for an EMMY, a first for any Lions’ production.
Also among Keenist’s accomplishments, he
served as a member of Detroit’s Super Bowl XL
Communications Task Force Committee, and
played a key role in the organization’s public
relations efforts during several Super Bowl XL
related events.
Keenist holds a master’s degree in sports
administration from Ohio University. He also
received his bachelor’s degree in journalism from
Ohio and was a recipient of a Sports Administration
Scholarship from the NFL in 1981. As sports editor
of The Ohio University Post in 1980, his sports
section was named the Best College Sports Section
in America by a national panel of sportswriters and
columnists, an honor for which he received a postgraduate scholarship.
He then served a graduate internship at
Duke University where he worked in the athletic
department.
In 2004, Keenist, who was a member of the
school’s graduating class of 1976, was inducted
into the Elizabeth Forward High School Hall of
Fame in his hometown of Elizabeth, Pa.
In 2006, Keenist was awarded a medal of merit
by Ohio’s Alumni Association, which annually
honors alumni who have distinguished themselves
in their respective professions.
Among his philanthropic endeavors, Keenist is
on the Board of Directors of The Charlie Sanders
Foundation. Keenist worked closely with Sanders,
the Lions Hall of Fame tight end who passed away
this past July, to execute the Have a Heart, Save a
Life program that raises awareness and funding for
the detection of potentially serious heart conditions
in young athletes’ through free heart screenings.
Keenist is also on the Board of Directors for Team
Joseph, a local charity fighting Duchene Muscular
Dystrophy.
Keenist, 57, lives in Oxford with his wife Cindy
and their three children: sons, Billy and Christopher,
and daughter, Lindsay. He is a member of Oxford
High School’s Athletic Boosters and Oxford’s Turf
Committee. He also has served on the Oxford
School District’s Strategic Planning Committee,
and for seven years serving parts of three terms
on Oxford’s School Board.
Both sons, Billy and Christopher, played college
football at Adrian (Mich.) College. Billy is a teacher
and assistant football coach at Troy Athens High
School. Christopher is an assistant basketball
coach at Oxford High School.
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ALLISON
MAKI
Senior Vice President,
Administration and Chief
Financial Officer
Allison Maki enters the 2015 season in her
new role as the Lions Senior Vice President,
Administration and Chief Financial Officer. Maki will
now oversee the finance group, human resources
and facility operations at the Lions Headquarters
and Training Facility in Allen Park, and will also
assist in the oversight and management of key
business partners. Maki will also maintain her role
as an officer for Detroit Lions Charities.
Maki begins her new role as one of only
eight female chief financial officers in the NFL,
joining Karen Murphy (Chicago), Kelly Flanagan
(Jacksonville), Christine Procops (New York Giants),
Jeanne M. Bonk (San Diego), Cipora Herman (San
Francisco), Karen Beckman (Seattle) and Jenneen
Kaufman (Tennessee).
In her previous role as the team’s Vice President
of Finance and Administration, Maki managed the
financial and human resources operations for the
Lions and Ford Field. She was also responsible for
the organization’s treasury functions and managing
all internal and external audits while working
closely with the NFL finance staff.
Before coming to the Lions in 2004, Maki spent
seven years at Ernst & Young LLP where she
excelled as an Assurance and Advisory Business
Services Manager, overseeing audits of public and
private companies. Maki also led the Employee
Benefit Plan audit group for the Detroit office.
ELIZABETH
PARKINSON
Marketing and Partnerships
Years with Lions: 4
Elizabeth Parkinson joined the Lions executive
management staff in 2012 as senior vice president
of marketing and partnerships. Parkinson oversees
marketing, promotions, corporate partnerships,
community relations, corporate communications,
digital media, broadcasting and football education.
Building and improving the team’s reach and
relationship with Lions fans in order to impact the
success on the field has remained one of the Lions’
primary goals, and the organization strives to share
the experience of winning a championship with
its fans. With that in mind, Parkinson, now in her
fourth year with the club, continues to seek ways to
enhance the overall fan experience and strengthen
the organization’s engagement with its business
partners and the community to accomplish that
mission.
Parkinson has pushed forward initiatives to grow
and extend the Lions brand locally, throughout
Michigan and across the nation. #OnePride was first
presented in 2013 that highlights Detroit as one
team and one community. In addition to #OnePride,
the Lions Defend the Den brand has now become
an extension of one of the NFL’s best home-field
advantages.
Among numerous improvements made to
the fan experience at Ford Field, Parkinson has
worked closely with partners to integrate unique
fan offerings into Lions’ game days, such as the
Southeast Michigan Ford Fan Tunnel, Henry Ford
Health System Game on Cancer 50/50 Raffle and
Quicken Loans Dream Seat section. Throughout
the stadium, fans now have more food and
beverage options than ever before, especially
with the inclusion of Detroit and Michigan-based
specialties, through the team’s partnership with
Levy Restaurants. Outside the stadium, events
such as the Lions official tailgate at Pride Plaza
on Brush provides fans with exceptional pre-game
entertainment options.
These experiences reach farther than just game
day as the Lions offer thousands of fans up-close
opportunities to see and interact with the team at
training camp and events like Taste of the Lions.
Parkinson has been instrumental in the team’s
efforts to increase exclusive, value-added options
for season ticket members, premium seat members
and suite holders.
In 2012, the team launched the organization’s
successful Living for the City community
philanthropic program. The integrative approach
that drives Living for the City focuses on the
transformation and improvement of Detroit’s
communities through sustainable health and
wellness initiatives and community development.
Among the changes she made since joining
the Lions included the development and growth
of the organization’s corporate communications
efforts that publicize the collaborative efforts
accomplished by the Lions and the team’s business
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partners.
Guided by her leadership and changes made
since Parkinson joined the club, the Lions now
reach several millions of fans through multi-media
content published daily on the team’s website,
Detroitlions.com, mobile app and through numerous
social media outlets such as Facebook, Twitter
and Instagram.
Prior to joining the Lions, Parkinson served
as the senior vice president of marketing and
communications for the Michigan Economic
Development Corporation, reporting to MEDC
President Michael Finney and Governor Rick Snyder.
The MEDC serves as the state’s marketing arm and
lead agency for business, talent and jobs, tourism,
film and digital incentives, arts and cultural grants,
and overall economic growth.
In her role at the MEDC, she directed all business
and consumer marketing and communications,
which included oversight of Travel Michigan, media
relations, advertising, events, web development
and graphics. She had direct oversight of the awardwinning Pure Michigan campaign.
Before joining the MEDC, Parkinson served
as director of marketing and public relations for
Ann Arbor SPARK, developing and implementing
the organization’s integrated marketing and
public relations effort. Through aggressive public
outreach and targeted advertising, along with the
development of digital and social media tools,
SPARK was recognized nationally under her
leadership.
Parkinson also worked at Edelman Public
Relations in Chicago, serving as executive vice
president of the Creative Solutions group. She
developed, coordinated and executed several
creative campaigns for multi-national clients,
including: Microsoft, Kraft, KFC, Pizza Hut, FTD,
Case IH, Allstate, Abbott, Pfizer, Fuji Film, Mexico
Ministry of Tourism, Illinois Board of Tourism,
Bacardi, Underwriters Laboratories and Whirlpool.
As a graduate from Alma College, Parkinson
holds a bachelor of arts degree in marketing
and accounting from Alma College. She and her
husband, Frank, have four children, Madeline,
Isabella, Carmen and Frank. Parkinson has held
numerous board positions including the Michigan
Travel Commission, Michigan Council for Arts and
Cultural Affairs, Washtenaw Economic Club and
the Arts Alliance. Elizabeth currently serves on the
board of trustees for Alma College.
LUIS
PEREZ
Business Development and
Strategy
Years with Lions: 5
Years in NFL: 11
Luis Perez joined the Detroit Lions in 2011 and
serves as the organization’s senior vice president of
business development and strategy. Perez oversees
Lions’ advancements in ticketing, information
technology and leasing, with a specific focus on
planning and maintaining the future of Ford Field
as the organization’s most impactful non-football
asset.
Serving as senior vice president and chief
financial officer the past four seasons (2011-14),
Perez led the Lions business operations on a
progressive move forward. In that role, he oversaw
the club and stadium’s financial, insurance, banking,
information technology, business systems, retail
store and purchasing operations.
As CFO, Perez also took on the role of directing
the team’s ticket operations and sales initiatives.
In 2013, he was instrumental in the Lions becoming
the first NFL team to partner with Veritix for
the organization’s primary service provider
and to utilize Veritix’s digital ticketing system,
Flash Seats. The new platform allows fans the
convenience of digital entry into Ford Field for Lions
games and other non-football events.
As a key strategist for future stadium growth,
Perez brokered a long-term deal in 2013 with
Campbell Ewald that made the integrated
advertising and marketing communications agency
Ford Field’s largest tenant.
Seeking ways to improve the fan experience
at Ford Field, Perez expanded the organization’s
partnership with Levy Restaurants, the official
concessionaire of Ford Field. The team has worked
closely with Levy to provide unique fan offerings
at while exposing local brands and eateries. That
partnership reaches beyond Ford Field as Levy
has become a key partner in the Lions’ community
efforts to promote nutrition and healthy food access
in Detroit. Additionally, Levy now manages the
team’s cafeteria operations at the team’s training
facility in Allen Park, providing balanced nutrition
year-round to players and staff.
From conception to launch, Perez has sought
out projects that keeps Ford Field in the forefront
as one of the nation’s marquee sports and
entertainment venues. In 2015, the Lions will unveil
the new MGM Grand Tunnel Club, a unique game day
experience. The new luxurious space at Ford Field
will provide an exclusive premium experience for
fans this season, combining the excitement of Lions
football with the luxury and service associated with
MGM Grand Detroit. Adjacent to the Detroit Lions
locker room, the MGM Grand Detroit Tunnel Club
will accommodate over 100 fans and MGM Grand
Detroit guests during home games and stadium
events. The lower bowl in the west end zone is
being extended to include field level seating for
tunnel club season members. Members and guests
will have an up close view of Detroit Lions players
leaving and entering the locker room from multiple
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areas of the club, including an area with bleacherstyle seating.
Before joining the Lions, Perez spent seven years
as the managing director at Modell Ventures.
Perez arrived in Detroit with 12-plus years of
financial related experience in the sports industry.
He has served as the chief financial officer for the
Baltimore Ravens (1998-2004) as well as controller
for the New York Knicks and the New York Rangers
(1997-98). Prior to joining the Knicks and Rangers,
Perez was controller for the Philadelphia Phillies
(1992-97). He began his career as a member of the
international accounting firm of KPMG (1986-92),
becoming a CPA in 1990.
In 1986, Perez graduated from the College of
New Jersey with a B.S. in accounting. While at the
College of New Jersey, he was a captain of the
baseball team and was an Academic All-America
nominee after his junior and senior years.
Perez has sat on the board for The SEED
Foundation since 2007. SEED (www.seedfoundation.
com) partners with urban communities to provide
innovative educational opportunities that prepare
underserved students for success in college and
beyond.
Born in Las Villas, Cuba, Perez moved to the
United States at the age of four. He and his wife,
Joanne, have three daughters: Kelly, Allison and
Christina.
2015 DETROIT LIONS STAFF DIRECTORY
EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT
Owner and Chairman of the Board..................................Martha Firestone Ford
Vice Chairman............................................................................Martha Ford Morse
Vice Chairman..............................................................................Sheila Ford Hamp
Vice Chairman........................................................................William Clay Ford, Jr.
Vice Chairman....................................................................Elizabeth Ford Kontulis
President.................................................................................................Tom Lewand
Executive Vice President of Football Operations and General Manager
.............................................................................................................Martin Mayhew
Head Coach............................................................................................Jim Caldwell
Senior Vice President, Administration and CFO............................ Allison Maki
Senior Vice President of Business Development and Strategy.....Luis Perez
Senior Vice President of Communications .......................................Bill Keenist
Senior Vice President of Football Administration.................. Cedric Saunders
Senior Vice President of Marketing and Partnerships.... Elizabeth Parkinson
Corporate Secretary.....................................................................Dave Hempstead
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTS
Executive Assistant, Mrs. Martha Ford, Lewand...............Margaret Gramlich
Executive Assistant, Bill Ford.......................................................... Jenny Taylor
Executive Assistant, Mayhew................................................................. Mai Davis
Executive Assistant, Perez..................................................................Kelly Walsh
Executive Assistant, White.............................................................JoAnn Lenden
Executive Assistant, Parkinson.....................................................Karen Wozniak
COACHING STAFF
Assistant Head Coach/Tight Ends........................................................Ron Prince
Defensive Coordinator..........................................................................Teryl Austin
Offensive Coordinator........................................................................Joe Lombardi
Special Teams Coordinator............................................................... Joe Marciano
Coordinator of Physical Development.......................................... Jason Arapoff
Quarterbacks....................................................................................Jim Bob Cooter
Senior Coaching Advisor.......................................................Gunther Cunningham
Assistant Special Teams.........................................................Devin Fitzsimmons
Assistant Offensive Line................................................................Terry Heffernan
Defensive Line.......................................................................................Kris Kocurek
Running Backs...................................................................................Curtis Modkins
Defensive Backs/Cornerbacks................................................................Tony Oden
Wide Receivers....................................................................................Robert Prince
Defensive Assistant/Defensive Ends...................................................Matt Raich
Assistant Strength and Conditioning......................................................Ted Rath
Offensive Assistant/Research & Analysis.................................Evan Rothstein
Linebackers............................................................................................Bill Sheridan
Offensive Line..........................................................................Jeremiah Washburn
Defensive Line....................................................................................Jim Washburn
Defensive Backs/Safeties.................................................................Alan Williams
Defensive Quality Control............................................................Steven Williams
COACHING SUPPORT STAFF
Executive Assistant to the Head Coach...........................................Gina Newell
Coaching Staff Assistant.....................................................................Kendra Robb
PLAYER PERSONNEL
Senior Personnel Executive.............................................................Scott McEwen
Senior Personnel Executive............................................................. Brian Xanders
Vice President of Pro Personnel....................................................Sheldon White
Assistant Director of Pro Personnel.................................................Rob Lohman
Director of College Scouting....................................................... Lance Newmark
College Scouting Coordinator/Regional Scout...............................Joe Kelleher
BLESTO Scout...................................................................................Alan Anderson
Regional Scout..............................................................................Darren Anderson
Regional Scout......................................................................................Cary Conklin
Regional Scout........................................................................................Chad Henry
Regional Scout........................................................................................ Dave Sears
National Scout.........................................................................................Dave Uyrus
Pro Personnel Coordinator..........................................................Patrick Mularkey
Pro Personnel Assistant..........................................................Charles Brensinger
DETROIT LIONS
MEDICAL STAFF
Head Athletic Trainer...........................................................................Kevin Bastin
Assistant Athletic Trainer....................................................................Chris Curran
Assistant Athletic Trainer...............................................................Joe Recknagel
Assistant Athletic Trainer/Rehabilitation..............................................Tom Colt
Team Physician-Orthopaedist..............................................Kyle Anderson, M.D.
Team Physician-Orthopaedist................................................Asheesh Bedi, M.D.
Team Physician-Ophthalmologist.........................................Kevin Everett, M.D.
Team Physician, Emergency Medicine...............................Brad Jaskulka, M.D.
Team Physician-Orthopaedist........................................... Bill Moutzouros, M.D.
Team Physical Therapist..................Steve Scher, MSPT, ATC, CSCS, PES, CPI
Team Physician-Dentist.........................................................Chet Regula, D.M.D.
Team Physician-Medical..................................................Michael Workings, M.D.
Team Physician-Family Practice...........................................Kevin Whitlow, MD
EQUIPMENT
Equipment Manager................................................................................Tim O’Neill
Assistant Equipment Manager...........................................................John Brown
Equipment Assistant..........................................................................Clay Coleman
Equipment Assistant...........................................................................Vince Herzog
Equipment Assistant..................................................................Joey Jaroshewich
Equipment Assistant........................................................................Brett Schubert
VIDEO
Director of Video Operations........................................................... Robert Yanagi
Assistant Video Director........................................................Michael Richardson
Video Assistant.................................................................................... Sean DiPinto
Video Assistant............................................................................................Eric Kohr
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
Senior Director of Player Development..............................Galen Duncan, Ph D.
FOOTBALL ADMINISTRATION
Manager of Football Administration............................................Derek Stamnos
General Counsel, Football Administration.............................Jon Dykema, Esq.
SECURITY
Director of Security...............................................................................Elton Moore
Security Assistant........................................................................................Bill Cory
Security Assistant...................................................................................John Scott
GROUNDSKEEPING
Manager of Groundskeeping & Facility Operations....................Charlie Coffin
Groundskeeping Assistant...................................................................... Eric Bryan
Groundskeeping Assistant................................................................Ken Davidson
Groundskeeping Assistant........................................................................Tom Ellis
ADMINISTRATION - FORD FIELD
Receptionist...........................................................................................Kim Pickett
Office Manager.................................................................................Karen Wozniak
BROADCASTING
Director of Broadcasting and Production......................................Bryan Bender
Videographer/Editor............................................................................Steve Sellers
Manager of Scoreboard & Broadcast Operations.....................Stephen Batch
Production Coordinator................................................................Brian Haberkorn
COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Director of Community Relations..................................................Robert Wooley
Community Relations Manager......................................................Brandon Scott
Cause Marketing Manager......................................................Samantha Bourque
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS
Director of Corporate Communications and Digital Media...........Ben Manges
Corporate Communications Coordinator.........................................Ellen Trudell
CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS
Vice President of Corporate Partnerships.......................................Wade Martin
Corporate Partnerships.............................................................Mark Gildersleeve
Corporate Partnerships.........................................................................Mike Singer
Corporate Partnerships...................................................................... Jeff Webster
Corporate Partnerships Services................................................Danielle DeLuca
Corporate Partnerships Services........................................................ Alexa Hinds
Corporate Partnerships Services.......................................................Max Klepper
DEVELOPMENT-FORD FIELD
Project Manager...................................................................................... Justin Turk
DIGITAL MEDIA
Director of Corporate Communications and Digital Media...........Ben Manges
Digital Media & Partnerships Strategist.........................................Emily Griffin
Digital Media Coordinator - Editorial...............................Lindsay Selengowski
Digital Media Coordinator - Social Media........................................ Stuart Zaas
Digital Product Manager.......................................................................Todd Marcy
Digital Media Producer.................................................................John Bondegard
Lead Writer, DetroitLions.com.....................................................Tim Twentyman
Columnist/Freelance Writer............................................................... Mike O’Hara
Multimedia Journalist..............................................................................Tori Petry
EVENTS
Vice President of Events.....................................................................Kelly Kozole
Director of Sports Events...........................................................Dan Jaroshewich
Event Manager...................................................................................Brad Michaels
Event/EBMS Coordinator .........................................................Stephanie Gerrity
Events Coordinator.................................................................................Nicki Keller
FACILITIES - ALLEN PARK
Facilities Manager..................................................................................Mark Glenn
Facilities Assistant............................................................................Ken Van Hevel
FINANCE
Senior Advisor, Finance........................................................................Tom Lesnau
Director of Finance............................................................................Elliott Kessler
Manager of Business Operations........................................Matt Wojciechowski
Manager of Financial Reporting..................................................... Chuck Phillips
Payroll Manager...................................................................................Colleen Gallo
Staff Accountant............................................................................... Ashley Gentile
HUMAN RESOURCES
Senior Director of Human Resources...........................................Sherry Kenyon
Human Resources Manager.........................................................Veronica Bonner
Human Resources Coordinator...............................................Judy Kowalkowski
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Vice President of Technology............................................................. Tom Horrom
Director of Information Technology........................................John Bridgewater
Senior Network Engineer........................................................................Jeff Lopez
Network Administrator......................................................................... Terri McKay
Programmer/Applications Systems Analyst....................................Levi Wilson
.NET Developer.............................................................................Gregory Kastelan
Systems Administrator................................................................Steve Lancaster
Business Solutions Analyst..........................................................Christine Galea
Technology Coordinator.......................................................................Tony Sawan
MARKETING AND PARTERNSHIP ACTIVATION
Vice President of Marketing, Partnership Activation........Jennifer Cadicamo
Director of Marketing...............................................................................Joel Scott
Senior Marketing Manager................................................................... Didi Capers
Marketing Manager..............................................................................Frank Novak
Creative Services Manager.......................................................Robbie Biederman
Promotions Manager.................................................................Brittney McNorton
MEDIA RELATIONS
Director of Media Relations.............................................................Matt Barnhart
Manager of Media Services.........................................................Deanna Caldwell
Media Information Manager.....................................................Eamonn Reynolds
Team Photographer...............................................................................Gavin Smith
OPERATIONS - FORD FIELD
Vice President of Operations...............................................................Todd Argust
Director of Facilities..............................................................................Fred Reddig
Director of Operations......................................................................... Kristen Dale
Operations Manager...............................................................................Ryan Marut
Director of Housekeeping and Conversion...................................Phyllis Anding
DETROIT LIONS
Housekeeping & Conversions Supervisor.....................................Rick Coldwell
Maintenance Operations..............................................................Raymond Amato
Maintenance Operations.....................................................................Patrick Craig
Maintenance Operations.........................................................................Paul Kurdi
Maintenance Operations.........................................................................Andi Opari
Maintenance Operations..............................................................Joseph Williams
Maintenance Operations.......................................................................John Zmick
HVAC Technician......................................................................................Joe Whitus
Licensed Plumber.....................................................................................Sean Craig
Kelvin Lileton.....................................................................................................Utility
RECEPTION - ALLEN PARK
Receptionist..................................................................................Hawanya Quarles
Reception Assistant...........................................................................David Hermes
SECURITY - FORD FIELD
Director of Stadium Security........................................................Darren Johnson
TICKET OPERATIONS
Director of Ticket Operations............................................................Mark Graham
Assistant Director of Ticket Operations..............................................Bill McCall
Ticket Office Supervisor.................................................................... Lance Powser
Ticket Office Supervisor....................................................................Louise Tabone
Ticket Office Assistant...........................................................................Lisa Biondo
TICKET SALES
Director of Business Development & Premium Seating............Jared Kozinn
Director of Ticketing & Fan Engagement..........................................Tim Zenner
Guest Services Manager.........................................................Courtney Alexander
Suite Services Manager.................................................................. Anne Campbell
Suite Services Manager......................................................................Liz Schneider
Premium Seating Sales Manager............................................Nathan DiLorenzo
Premium Seating Sales Manager.....................................................Brian Rooney
Consumer Sales Account Executive.............................................Sean Abraham
Guest Services Executive.......................................................................Russ Rowe
Business Development Account Executive......................................Eric Barrera
Business Development Account Executive.....................................Steve Reedy
Business Development Account Executive............................................Hoa Tran
Business Development Coordinator.........................................Sarah Musyznski
YOUTH FOOTBALL
Director of Football Education.................................................Chris Fritzsching
Football Education Assistant/Team Mascot.........................David Greenslait
Football Education Coordinator.......................................................Pat Sharrow
CAFETERIA STAFF (LEVY RESTAURANTS)
General Manager..................................................................Courtney Goodfellow
Executive Sous Chef...............................................................................Mark Kacir
Guest Service Coordinator...........................................................Christine Hayes
Line Cook............................................................................................Jayson Kakos
Line Cook....................................................................................................Alex Kalil
Prep Cook................................................................................................Chanita Hill
Utility..............................................................................................Chavez Marshall
LIONS PRO SHOP (MAINGATE, INC.)
General Manager.............................................................................. Naomi Gibbons
Lions Pro Shop Manager................................................................Keith Jefferson
PLAYER PROFILES
21 - AMEER ABDULLAH
Running Back
Nebraska
Homewood, Ala.
Year: Rookie
Ht: 5-9
Wt: 203
Born: 6/13/93
Draft: ‘15, R2 (54)-Det
Complete biographical information available on Detroitlions.com.
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: uh-MEER ab-DOO-la
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the second round (54th overall) of the 2015 NFL Draft.
PRO
Joins RB Joique Bell and RB Theo Riddick in a versatile Lions backfield following one of the most prolific careers in Nebraska
football history, which included three-consecutive 1,000-yard seasons (2012-14).
COLLEGE
Ended his collegiate career at Nebraska as the only player to record three-consecutive seasons with 1,000 rushing yards
(1,137 in 2012; 1,690 in 2013; 1,611 in 2014). Started in all 53 games he played and concluded his four-year career with
813 carries, 4,744 yards and 29 touchdowns, as well as 73 receptions for 690 yards and seven touchdowns as a receiver.
As a return man, his career statistics include 61 kickoff returns for 1,592 yards and one touchdown, and 31 punt returns
for 316 yards and one touchdown.
¾¾ All-purpose yards total 7,186 yards on 978 attempts in 53 games (135.6 yards per game).
2014: Finished his senior season with 1,611 rushing yards, which ranks sixth on the Nebraska single-season list and is
the second-best rushing total for a Husker senior. His 2014 rushing total followed up on his 1,690 yards in 2013, making
him just the second player in school history with a pair of 1,500-yard rushing seasons. Also totaled 19 touchdowns on the
ground and three through the air.
¾¾ Post-season accolades include: 2014 Second Team All-American (Walter Camp, CBS, Scout, Athlon, Associated Press,
Sports Illustrated), 2014 Doak Walker Award Finalist and 2014 Second-Team All-Big Ten.
¾¾ Recorded four games with more than 200 rushing yards, tying a Nebraska single-season record.
¾¾ Rushed a career-high 35 times for 229 yards and two touchdowns against Miami (Fla.), while also adding a three-yard
touchdown reception. His previous high for carries was 31 against Penn State in 2012.
¾¾ Carried the ball 22 times for 208 yards and a career-high three touchdowns against Illinois. 196 of his 208 yards came
in the first half.
¾¾ Racked up 115 all-purpose yards against Michigan State and became the seventh player in Big Ten history with more
than 6,000 career all-purpose yards.
¾¾ Broke his previous career high of three touchdowns with four scores against Northwestern, becoming the first Husker
to score four rushing touchdowns in a game since QB Taylor Martinez in 2010.
¾¾ Capped off his Nebraska career with 269 all-purpose yards in the Holiday Bowl against USC, where he caught a careerhigh six passes for 61 yards.
2013: Continued his ascent into the Nebraska record books in his junior season as he finished with 1,690 rushing yards, the
highest total for a Husker player since 1997 and the fourth-best in school history. Also tied the Nebraska single-season
record for 100-yard rushing games with 11.
¾¾ Also tallied 1,999 all-purpose yards, which ranks as the fourth-best single-season total in school history.
¾¾ Carried a streak of eight games with 100 or more rushing yards over the course of the season.
¾¾ Earned First Team All-Big Ten honors and was also named Third Team All-American by the Associated Press.
2012: Rushed for 1,137 yards as a sophomore in 2012, earning a significant role in the offense following an injury to RB
Rex Burkhead.
¾¾ Had at least 100 rushing yards in each of his first five starts and finished ninth in the Big Ten in rushing yards per game
and fourth in the conference in all-purpose yards.
¾¾ Earned Second Team All-Big Ten honors from the conference’s coaches.
2011: As a true freshman, carried the ball 42 times for 150 yards and three touchdowns in 13 games. Made his biggest mark
as a return man, where he averaged 29.3 yards per return to rank ninth in the nation in that category.
¾¾ Scored on a 100-yard kickoff return touchdown against Fresno State.
PERSONAL
Prepped at Homewood High School in his hometown of Homewood, Ala. under coach Dickey Wright. Finished his senior
season with 1,800 yards and 24 touchdowns, while also catching 33 passes for 515 yards. Earned South region player of
the year by the Birmingham News and was selected to play in the Offense-Defense All-American bowl, where he starred
as a defensive back.
¾¾ Honored as a Nebraska Student-Athlete HERO Award, winning in both 2012 and 2014, and was named to the Nebraska
Scholar-Athlete Honor Roll four times.
¾¾ Earned Academic All-Big Ten honors in 2013 and 2014.
¾¾ Graduated from Nebraska with a degree in history, which he completed in three-and-a-half years.
¾¾ Son of Kareem and Aisha Abdullah, and is the youngest of nine children, all of whom have college degrees.
42 - ISA ABDUL-QUDDUS
Safety
Fordham
Union, N.J.
Year: 5
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 201
Born: 8/3/89
Draft: FA-NO ‘11
Acquired: W-NO ‘14
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: EE-sa Ab-dool ka-DOOS
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a one-year contract on March 13, 2015.
¾¾ Claimed off waivers by the Detroit Lions on February 3, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Saints on January 7, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted rookie free agent on July 27, 2011.
PRO
Joined the Lions after spending his first three years in the NFL (2011-13) with the New Orleans Saints. Was the only rookie
free agent to make the Saints’ opening day 53-man roster out of training camp in 2011 and has established himself as a
reliable contributor in the secondary and on special teams.
2014: Finished his first season with the Lions with 29 total tackles (19 solo), two pass defenses and four special teams
tackles. Saw action in all 16 games, including four starts (three at SS, one at nickel CB).
¾¾ Started at strong safety and picked up five total tackles, four of which were solo, in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8).
¾¾ Collected a career-best eight combined tackles and had one pass defense in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Made five tackles and had one pass defense in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Saw action in a backup safety role and collected an assisted tackle on special teams in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Had one tackle in a backup safety role in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Participated in a backup safety role in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9).
¾¾ Collected three solo tackles in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Had four solo tackles in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Made one special teams tackle in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Saw playing time in a backup safety role in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
¾¾ Collected a solo tackle on special teams in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Registered three tackles (one on special teams) and blocked one field goal in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Posted one tackle in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Saw action in 11 games in his third NFL campaign, finishing the season with seven tackles (six solo), one pass
defense and six special teams tackles.
¾¾ Appeared in his first game of the season on Monday Night Football against Miami (9/30) and finished with two solo tackles.
COLLEGE
Started two of his four years in the defensive backfield for Fordham and finished his career with 193 tackles, three
interceptions, three sacks and 10 pass defenses.
¾¾ As a senior, led the team with 78 tackles, three forced fumbles and six pass defenses.
PERSONAL
Played his prep ball at Union (N.J.) High School where he was First Team All-County and Second Team All-State as a senior,
contributing over 100 tackles in both his junior and senior seasons.
ABDUL-QUDDUS’ SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:.......................................................................................8 at Car 9/14/14
Pass Defenses:........................................................................ 2 at NYG 12/9/12
Interceptions:................................................... 1 (twice) Last vs. TB 12/16/12
Long Interception Return:...................................................12 at NYG 12/9/12
Fumble Recoveries:................................................................. 1 vs. Phi 11/5/12
Forced Fumbles:................................................1 (three times) vs. Car 1/1/12
Special Teams Tackles:......................... 2 (four times) Last at NE 10/13/13
Blocked Field Goal:..................................................................1 at GB 12/29/14
ABDUL-QUDDUS’ CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsPD TD FF FR STT
2011NO16
17610.000010309
2012NO15
33828100.0021280017
2013NO11
07610.000010006
2014Det
16
42919100.000020004
Totals 58
88159220.0
02121203126
Postseason
Year Tm GS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR Yds
2011NO2
03300.000000000
2014Det
1
01010.000000000
Totals 3
04310.0
00000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
2014 (DET)
Date OppGS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR STT
9/8NYG
1
15410.000000000
9/14at Car
1
18260.000001000
9/21GB1
15320.000001000
9/28at NYJ
1
00000.000000001
10/5BUF
1
01100.000000000
10/12
at Min
1
00000.000000000
10/19
NO1
00000.000000000
10/26
at Atl
1
00000.000000000
11/9MIA
1
00000.000000000
11/16
at Ari
1
03300.000000000
11/23
at NE
1
14400.000000000
11/27
CHI
1
00000.000000001
12/7TB1
00000.000000000
12/14
MIN
1
00000.000000001
12/21
at Chi
1
00000.000000000
12/28
at GB
1
03210.000000001
Totals 16
42919100.0
00002004
Postseason
1/4at Dal
1
01010.000000000
Totals 1
01010.0
00000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
94 - EZEKIEL ANSAH
Defensive End
Brigham Young
Accra, Ghana
Year: 3
Ht: 6-5
Wt: 279
Born: 5/29/89
Draft: ’13, R1 (5)-Det
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: ZEEK-e-all AHN-sah
¾¾ Nickname “Ziggy”
¾¾ First witnessed American football when he attended a BYU game in 2008.
¾¾ Originally aspired to play basketball upon arriving in the United States before his family and friends convinced him to
try out for football in 2010.
¾¾ Voted by his teammates for the Mel Farr Rookie of the Year Award in 2013.
¾¾ Named NFC Defensive Player of the Week for Week 6 of 2014.
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the first round (5th overall) in the 2013 NFL Draft.
PRO
Bruising defensive end with unrivaled size and raw talent who possesses the ability to play multiple roles along the Lions
defensive line. With a team-leading eight sacks in his first NFL season in 2013, Ansah recorded the most sacks by a Lions
rookie since DT Ndamukong Suh had 10 in 2010.
¾¾ Ansah led the Lions in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12/14) with a career-high 2.5 sacks, five tackles and a career-high four
tackles for loss. His 2.5 sacks are the most by a Lions defensive player since DE Cliff Avril had three vs. Chicago in 2010.
It also marked his fourth-career game, and first in 2014, with two or more sacks in a game.
¾¾ Ansah had three multi-sack games in 2013, posting two sacks at Washington (9/22), vs. Tampa Bay (11/24) and vs.
Green Bay (11/28). His three two-sack performances are tied for the most on the Lions all-time list for single-game
sacks by rookies.
¾¾ On his very first defensive series as an NFL player in Week 1 of the 2013 preseason vs. New York Jets (8/9), Ansah
picked off Jets QB Mark Sanchez and returned it 14 yards for a touchdown.
2014: Followed up on his tremendous rookie season with 7.5 sacks, one behind DT Ndamukong Suh (8.0) for the team lead,
as well as 49 total tackles (37 solo) and three forced fumbles. With 15.5 sacks after his first two NFL seasons, Ansah ranked
third among all second- or third-year players behind only Olivier Vernon (18.0) and Chandler Jones (17.5.)
¾¾ Began the 2014 season at defensive end and collected four quarterback hits with 0.5 sacks in Week 1 vs. New York
Giants (9/8).
¾¾ Had three tackles and put pressure on the quarterback for 0.5 sacks in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Made two solo tackles in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Collected five total tackles (three solo), including one tackle for a loss, in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Pieced together four total tackles and had one tackle for a loss in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Wreaked havoc on the Vikings offensive line, sacking the quarterback a career-high 2.5 times, collecting five total
tackles on the day and forcing one fumble in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12). This was his fourth-career game, and first
in 2014, with 2+ sacks.
¾¾ Had four total tackles, including one tackle for a loss in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Collected one sack for 10 yards and forced a fumble in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Made six total tackles, including one sack for 11 yards in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9).
¾¾ Had three combined tackles in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Collected three solo tackles in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Made a pair of tackles, including one sack, in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Picked up a sack and hurried the quarterback on multiple occasions in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
¾¾ Had one solo tackle in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Made two solo tackles in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
¾¾ Recorded five tackles in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Registered two tackles (one for loss), one sack and four quarterback hits in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Started in 12-of-14 games as a rookie and totaled 32 tackles (19 solo), a team-leading eight sacks (72 yards), one
pass defense and two forced fumbles. Ansah led all NFL rookies with eight sacks.
¾¾ Came off the bench in his Detroit Lions rookie debut in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8) to record three tackles (one solo),
0.5 sacks (1.5 yards) and one quarterback hit.
¾¾ Recorded one solo tackle in Week 2 at Arizona (9/15).
¾¾ Made his first-career start in Week 3 at Washington (9/22) and recorded seven total tackles (four solo), two sacks (26
yards) and one forced fumble.
¾¾ Assisted on one tackle and recorded one pass defense in Week 4 against Chicago (9/29).
¾¾ In Week 5 at Green Bay (10/6), had two solo tackles, including one tackle for loss, 0.5 sacks (five yards), one quarterback
hit and one forced fumble.
¾¾ Assisted on three tackles in Week 6 at Cleveland (10/13).
¾¾ In Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27), made two solo tackles.
¾¾ Inactive for Week 10 at Chicago (11/10) and Week 11 at Pittsburgh (11/17).
¾¾ Registered two sacks (20 yards) and two solo tackles, including two tackles for loss, and two quarterback hits vs.
Tampa Bay in Week 12 (11/24).
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
• His performance at Tampa Bay was his second multi-sack game of the season.
¾¾ Registered two sacks (13 yards), three solo tackles, including two tackles for loss and two quarterback hits, in Week
13 vs. Green Bay (11/28).
• He became the first Lions player with two-plus sacks in back-to-back games since DE Cliff Avril in Weeks 14-15 of
the 2011 season.
¾¾ Totaled four tackles (three solo), including one tackle for loss, in Week 14 at Philadelphia (12/8).
¾¾ In Week 16 vs. New York Giants (12/22), sacked Giants QB Eli Manning for a loss of nine yards and also totaled three
tackles (two solo), including one tackle for loss, and one quarterback hit.
¾¾ Assisted on one tackle in Week 17 at Minnesota (12/29).
COLLEGE
Started the final nine games of his career at Brigham Young, appearing in 31 total games, where he registered 72 tackles
(39 solo), 4.5 sacks (20 yards), 13 tackles for loss, 10 pass defenses, one interception and one forced fumble.
¾¾ Prior to joining the BYU football team in 2010, competed for the Cougars track team and ran personal bests in the
100-meter dash (10.91) and 200-meter dash (21.89).
2012: An All-American Super Sleeper selection by The NFL Draft Report, Ansah also received All-American Honorable
Mention from Pro Football Weekly and was an All-Independent First Team choice by Phil Steele.
¾¾ Finished his senior year with 62 tackles (35 solo), ranking fourth-best on the team. Also ranked second on the team with
4.5 sacks (20 yards) and placed third on the team with 13 tackles for loss, one interception and one fumble recovery.
PERSONAL
Youngest of five children, son of Edward and Elizabeth. Hails from Accra, Ghana.
¾¾ Originally tried to walk on to BYU’s basketball team as a power forward after watching his brother play basketball in Ghana.
¾¾ Active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
¾¾ Speaks Twi and Fante, two local Ghanaian dialects.
¾¾ A basketball fan, grew up idolizing LeBron James.
¾¾ Actuarial science major with a minor in mathematics.
ANSAH’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:..................................................................................... 7 at Was 9/22/13
Sacks:....................................................................................2.5 at Min 10/12/14
Sack Yards:.............................................................................26 at Was 9/22/13
Forced Fumbles:...................................... 1 (four times) Last at Atl 10/26/14
Pass Defenses:......................................................................... 1 vs. Chi 9/29/13
ANSAH’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR YdsTD STT
2013Det
14
12
3219138.072000120000
2014Det
16
16
4937127.556.5
000030000
Totals 30
28
81562515.5
128.5
000150000
Postseason
2014Det
1
12201.013000000000
Totals 1
12201.0
13000000000
2014 (DET)
Date OppGS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR YdsTD STT
9/8NYG
1
11010.54.5000000000
9/14at Car
1
14220.51000000000
9/21GB1
12200.00000000000
9/28at NYJ
1
15320.00000000000
10/5BUF
1
14130.00000000000
10/12
at Min
1
15412.518000010000
10/19
NO1
14310.00000000000
10/26
at Atl
1
11101.010000010000
11/9MIA
1
16601.011000010000
11/16
at Ari
1
13210.00000000000
11/23
at NE
1
13300.00000000000
11/27
CHI
1
12201.08000000000
12/7TB1
11101.04000000000
12/14
MIN
1
11100.00000000000
12/28
at GB
1
15410.00000000000
Totals 16
16
4937127.5
56.5
000030000
Postseason
1/4at Dal
1
12201.013000000000
Totals 1
12201.0
13000000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
89 - DAVID AUSBERRY
Tight End
Southern California Lemoore, Calif.
Year: 5
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 260
Born: 9/25/87
Draft: ’11, R7 (241)-Oak Acquired: UFA-Oak ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured on August 11, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an unrestricted free agent on June 10, 2015.
¾¾ Drafted by the Oakland Raiders in the seventh round (241st overall) of the 2011 NFL Draft.
PRO
Experienced tight end who joins Detroit’s tight end corps with an ability to contribute on special teams as well. Spent the
first four years of his career with the Oakland Raiders, where he played in 34 games and logged 11 receptions for 120 yards.
2014: Saw action in six games in his last season in Oakland and finished with two receptions for 14 yards. Missed five
games due to a foot injury.
¾¾ Caught both of his passes vs. Miami (9/28).
COLLEGE
Established himself as a dual-threat player during his four years at Southern California, where he played both wide receiver
and tight end. Ended his college career with 64 receptions for 700 yards and seven touchdowns and started in 11 games.
Appeared in all 13 games as a senior, totaling 20 catches for 252 yards and four touchdowns.
PERSONAL
Attended Lemoore (Calif.) High School as a prep star, where he played wide receiver, defensive back and punter. Honors
received as a senior included Parade All-America, USA Today First Team All-USA and Yosemite League MVP and was
selected to participate in U.S. Army All-American Game. Finished his senior season with 55 receptions for 930 yards (16.9
avg) and 13 touchdowns, while also running for 489 yards on 46 carries and racking up 13 touchdowns.
AUSBERRY’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Receptions:........................................................2 (twice) Last vs. Mia 9/28/14
Receiving Yards:..................................................................... 31 at Mia 9/16/12
Long Reception:..................................................................... 31 at Mia 9/16/12
Special Teams Tackles:......................................... 2 (twice) vs. Jac 10/21/12
AUSBERRY’S CAREER STATISTICS
RECEIVINGRUSHING
Year Tm GS RecYdsAvgLg TD Att YdsAvgLg TD
2011Oak
12
02147.01001-2-2.0
-20
2012Oak
16
079213.1
310000.000
2014Oak
6
02147.070000.000
Totals 340 11 120 10.931 0 1 -2 -2.0-2 0
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
35 - JOIQUE BELL
Running Back
Wayne State
Benton Harbor, Mich.
Year: 5
Ht: 5-11
Wt: 231
Born: 8/4/86
Draft: FA-Buf ‘10
Acquired: FA ‘11
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: JOIK
¾¾ Voted by his teammates for the Chuck Hughes Most Improved Player Award in 2013.
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions to a three-year contract on March 12, 2014.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions on April 15, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Lions off the Saints practice squad on December 27, 2011.
¾¾ Signed by the Saints to the practice squad on September 22, 2011.
¾¾ Released by the Saints on September 21, 2011.
¾¾ Signed by the New Orleans Saints from the Eagles practice squad on January 5, 2011.
¾¾ Signed by the Eagles to the practice squad on December 16, 2010. Released by the Colts on December 14, 2010.
¾¾ Acquired by the Indianapolis Colts off waivers on November 10, 2010.
¾¾ Released by the Eagles on November 10, 2010.
¾¾ Signed by the Philadelphia Eagles from the Bills practice squad on September 21, 2010.
¾¾ Signed by the Bills to the practice squad on September 5, 2010.
¾¾ Released by the Bills on September 4, 2010.
¾¾ Signed by the Buffalo Bills as an undrafted free agent on April 29, 2010.
PRO
Has established himself as a physical presence in the Lions backfield with the ability to break tackles and generate explosive
runs. In 2013, Bell and RB Reggie Bush became the first running back tandem in NFL history to both register 500+ rushing
yards and 500+ receiving yards in the same season.
¾¾ Bell and the Lions rushing attack had a combined 17 rushing touchdowns on the season in 2012, the most the team has
registered since they had 15 in 2000. Bell finished with three touchdowns.
¾¾ Appeared in eight career games with the Indianapolis Colts and Philadelphia Eagles before joining the Lions.
2014: Came on strong at the end of the season to finish with a team-high 223 carries for 860 yards and seven touchdowns.
Also caught 34 passes for 322 yards and his first-career receiving touchdown.
¾¾ In Week 1 vs. New York Giants, carried the ball a team-high 15 times for 51 yards and a touchdown, along with one
reception for five yards.
¾¾ Caught six passes out of the backfield for 61 yards and carried the ball a team-high 10 times for 36 yards in Week 2
at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Carried the ball a team-high 15 times for 33 yards in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Gained 32 yards on the ground on eight carries in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Started and rushed the ball a team-high 18 times for 74 yards and a touchdown in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12). Also
added two receptions for 23 yards.
¾¾ Led the team in rushing yards with 48 on 18 carries and added a touchdown in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19). He also
had two catches for 19 yards.
¾¾ Carried the ball a team-high 14 times for 39 yards and hauled in two catches for 22 yards in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Ran the ball a team-high 10 times for 44 yards and caught a pair of passes for 37 yards in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9).
¾¾ Gained 85 yards on 14 carries and added three catches for 30 yards in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Carried the ball a team-high 19 times for 48 yards in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Found the end zone twice and carried the ball 23 times for 91 yards in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Ran the ball a team-high 18 times for 83 yards and a touchdown in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7). Also caught five
passes for 50 yards and a touchdown.
¾¾ Carried the ball 15 times for 62 yards and also caught four passes for 41 yards in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Gained 74 yards on 13 carries and a touchdown in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21). Also added a pair of receptions for 13 yards.
¾¾ Carried the ball 13 times for 60 yards in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Ran the ball a team-high 12 times for 43 yards and caught four passes for 42 yards in the NFC Wild Card game at
Dallas (1/4).
2013: Played in all 16 games (four starts), tallying 1,197 total yards (650 rushing yards and 547 receiving yards) and eight
rushing touchdowns. He totaled 125+ total yards four times in the 2013 season.
¾¾ In Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8), scored a career-high two touchdowns on the ground as he registered 92 yards from
scrimmage (25 rush, 67 rec). He once again scored the Lions’ first touchdown of the season (two-yard run with :10 left
in second quarter). He also scored the first touchdown of the season in 2012.
¾¾ Rushed eight times for 31 yards and caught five passes for 41 yards for a total of 72 yards in Week 2 at Arizona (9/15).
¾¾ Made his first-career start in Week 3 at Washington (9/22) and recorded a then-career-high 20 rushing attempts and
132 scrimmage yards (63 rush, 69 rec on four catches) while scoring one rushing touchdown.
¾¾ Totaled 46 yards in Week 4 vs. Chicago (9/29) on seven rushing attempts and four receptions.
¾¾ Started at running back and rushed five times for 21 yards and caught four passes for 30 yards in Week 5 at Green
Bay (10/6).
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
¾¾ Rushed seven times for 25 yards and caught one pass for eight yards in Week 6 at Cleveland (10/13).
¾¾ Had three carries for 23 yards and caught five passes for 27 yards in Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20).
¾¾ In Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27), had four carries for 32 yards and one touchdown and caught one pass for 22 yards.
¾¾ Rushed for 41 yards on 10 carries in Week 10 at Chicago (11/10).
¾¾ Rushed nine times for 49 yards and one touchdown in Week 11 at Pittsburgh (11/17) before leaving the game in the third
quarter with an injury. Also caught three passes for 48 yards, his longest for 37 yards.
¾¾ Had six carries for 15 yards in Week 12 vs. Tampa Bay (11/24).
¾¾ Rushed for a career-high 94 yards on 19 attempts with one touchdown and caught three passes for 34 yards in Week
13 vs. Green Bay (11/28).
¾¾ Carried the ball a career-high 23 times for 69 yards and one touchdown in Week 14 at Philadelphia (12/8). Also scored on
a two-point conversion reception, the first of his career, and led the team in both receptions (4) and receiving yards (58).
¾¾ Rushed nine times for 24 yards and caught one pass for 23 yards in Week 15 vs. Baltimore (12/16).
¾¾ Collected a career-high 154 total yards against the New York Giants in Week 16 (12/22) along with one rushing touchdown.
Bell garnered 91 rushing yards and 63 receiving yards (on a career-high 10 receptions) in the game.
¾¾ Carried the ball eight times for 31 yards and caught four passes for 25 yards in Week 17 at Minnesota (12/29).
COLLEGE
2009 Harlon Hill winner as the best player in Division II at Wayne State.
¾¾ Played in 44 career games (42 starts) for the Warriors.
¾¾ Compiled 8,055 all-purpose yards and 576 points (88 rushing TDs, eight receiving TDs), ranking him ninth and fifth,
respectively, in NCAA history.
¾¾ Started in 11 games as senior in 2009, totaling career-highs in rushing yards (2,084) and TDs (29).
¾¾ Bell also had 13 kickoff returns, nine punt returns and finished with 8,055 all-purpose yards.
¾¾ Led the nation in rushing his senior season.
¾¾ Ran for over 2,000 yards twice in his career.
¾¾ Earned AFCA All-American honors as a redshirt freshman when he ran for 2,065 yards.
¾¾ Four-time First Team All-GLIAC selection.
PERSONAL
Attended Benton Harbor (Mich.) High School.
¾¾ Earned First Team All-Southwestern Athletic Conference honors.
¾¾ Lettered in baseball at BHHS.
¾¾ Criminal justice major at WSU.
BELL’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Rushing Attempts:....................................... 23 (twice) Last vs. Chi 11/27/14
Rushing Yards:...................................................................... 94 vs. GB 11/28/13
Rushing Touchdowns:.....................................2 (twice) Last vs.Chi 11/27/14
Long Rush:...............................................................................67 vs. Ind 12/2/12
Receptions...........................................................................10 vs. NYG 12/22/13
Receiving Yards:...................................................................73 vs. Atl 12/22/12
Longest Reception:.................................................................50 at SF 9/16/12
Total Yards:...................................................................... 154 vs. NYG 12/22/13
Total Touchdowns:................................ 2 (three times) Last vs. TB 12/7/14
BELL’S CAREER STATISTICS
RUSHINGRECEIVING
Year Tm GS Att YdsAvgLg TD RecYdsAvgLg TD TYds
2010Total
8
0000.000000.0000
2012Det16
0824145.0673 524859.3500 899
2013 Det164 1666503.9 20 8 53 54710.337 0 1197
2014 Det156 2238603.9 57 7 34 3229.5 28 1 1182
Totals 5510 471 19244.1 67 18 139 13549.7 50 1 3278
PostseasonRUSHINGRECEIVING
Date OppGS Att YdsAvgLg TD RecYdsAvgLg TD TYds
2014Det1112433.6110 4 4210.5180 85
Totals 1112433.6110 4 4210.5
180 85
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
2014 (DET)
RUSHINGRECEIVING
9/8NYG
1
015513.4121155.05056
9/14at Car
1010363.6120 6 6110.2190 97
9/21GB1
015332.250000.00033
9/28at NYJ
1
08324.0170273.59039
10/5 BUF00 INACTIVE
10/12at Min
1118744.1131 2 2311.5150 97
10/19NO1018482.7111 2 199.5130 67
10/26at Atl
1114392.89 0 2 2211.0110 61
11/9MIA1010444.4160 2 3718.5280 81
11/16at Ari
1114856.1330 3 3010.0210 115
11/23
at NE
1
119482.5601-2-2.0
-2046
11/27CHI1123914.0222 2 168.0100 107
12/7TB1118834.6571 5 5010.0271 133
12/14MIN1015624.1150 4 4110.3170 103
12/28
at GB
1
013604.6180000.00060
Totals 156 2238603.9 57 7 34 3229.5 28 1 1182
1/4 at Dal
1112433.6110 4 4210.5180 85
Totals 1112433.6110 4 4210.5
180 85
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
65 - TAYLOR BOGGS
Center
Humboldt State
Upland, Calif.
Year: 3
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 302
Born: 2/20/87
Draft: FA-NYJ ‘11
Acquired: FA ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions to a Reserve/Future contract on January 6, 2015.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Bears to the practice squad on December 17, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Bears on October 16, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Bears to the active roster from the practice squad on September 13, 2014.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Bears to the practice squad on September 1, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Bears on August 30, 2014.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Bears as an exclusive rights free agent on February 24, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Chicago Bears as a free agent to a one-year contract on April 9, 2013.
¾¾ Released by the Jets on April 12, 2012.
¾¾ Signed by the New York Jets as an undrafted rookie free agent on July 28, 2011.
PRO
Young center out of Humboldt State who comes to Detroit after spending two seasons with the Chicago Bears. Entered
the NFL ranks as an undrafted rookie free agent with the New York Jets in 2011.
2014: After beginning the season on the Bears practice squad, Boggs was elevated to the team’s active roster on September
13, 2014 and saw action in four games in 2014.
2013: Signed by the Bears in April 2013 and saw action in one game during his first NFL season.
2011: Placed on Reserve/Injured to start the season as a rookie with the Jets.
COLLEGE
Named a First Team All-American by the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) following his senior season in
2010 and was a three-time All-GNAC First Team selection at Humboldt State.
¾¾ Helped anchor a unit that ranked fifth overall among NCAA Division II programs for least quarterback sacks allowed,
surrendering only eight in 11 games in 2010.
¾¾ Ranked No. 13 among all centers in all divisions in ESPN’s preseason NFL draft rankings.
PERSONAL
Attended Upland (Calif.) High School where he was a first team all-conference offensive lineman.
BOGGS’ CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS
2011 NYJ00
2013 Chi 10
2014 Chi 40
Totals 5 0
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
84 - RYAN BROYLES
Wide Receiver
Oklahoma Norman, Okla.
Year: 4
Ht: 5-10
Wt: 194
Born: 4/9/88
Draft: ’12, R2 (54)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured on October 30, 2013.
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured on December 4, 2012.
PRO
Versatile slot wide receiver who made an immediate impact in the Lions’ high-powered passing game in his rookie season.
2014: Contributed in five games in a reserve receiver role, finishing the season with two receptions for 25 yards.
¾¾ Inactive in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Made his 2014 debut, catching one pass for 21 yards in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Was targeted once in a backup wide receiver role in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Saw action in a backup wide receiver role in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Participated in a backup wide receiver role in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Hauled in one pass for four yards in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Inactive for the final nine weeks of the season.
2013: Prior to suffering a season ending injury to his Achilles in Week 8 of the 2013 season, Broyles tallied eight receptions
for 85 yards (10.6 avg).
¾¾ Caught three passes for 34 yards, his longest for 17 yards in Week 3 at Washington (9/22).
¾¾ Started his first game of the season in Week 4 vs. Chicago (9/29).
¾¾ Started his second consecutive game and totaled 27 yards on two receptions in Week 5 at Green Bay (10/6).
COLLEGE
Broyles finished his collegiate career as the NCAA career leader in receptions (349) and second in receiving yards (4,586). The
two-time Biletnikoff Award Finalist started in 43-of-48 career games before being lost to a torn ACL in his senior season.
Broyles holds 10 Oklahoma game, season, and career records. He caught a pass in every game he played for the Sooners.
¾¾ Was a 2010 All-American and consensus All-Big 12 selection.
¾¾ Reached 100 career receptions faster than any player in school history.
¾¾ Also served as the Sooners’ primary punt returner throughout his career, returning 107 career punts for 1,186 yards.
PERSONAL
Attended Norman High School in Norman, Okla. Played football under coach Butch Peters. Had 79 career receptions for
1,688 yards and 18 touchdowns. Also registered 157 tackles and 20 interceptions as a defensive back. Named 6A-2 AllDistrict and OCA All-State.
¾¾ Averaged 18 points per game as a high school basketball player.
¾¾ Ranked by Scout (No. 23) and Rivals (No. 11) as a top cornerback prospect.
BROYLES’ SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Receptions:.....................................................6 (twice) Last vs. Hou 11/22/12
Receiving Yards:...............................................................126 vs. Hou 11/22/12
Long Reception:.................................................................40 vs. Hou 11/22/12
Receiving Touchdowns................................. 1 (twice) Last vs. Sea 10/28/12
BROYLES’ CAREER STATISTICS
RECEIVING
Year Tm GS Rec Yds AvgLg TD
2012Det10
32231014.1402
2013Det638 8510.6220
2014Det502 2512.5210
Totals 216 32 420 13.140 2
PostseasonRECEIVING
Date OppGS Rec Yds AvgLg TD
2014
at Dal
0
0
INACTIVE
Totals 0
0000.0
00
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
2014 (DET)
RECEIVING
9/8NYG
0
0
INACTIVE
9/14
at Car
0
0
INACTIVE
9/21
GB
0
0
INACTIVE
9/28at NYJ
101 2121.0210
10/5BUF
1
0000.000
10/12
at Min
1
0000.000
10/19
NO1
0000.000
10/26
at Atl
1
0144.040
11/9 MIA00 INACTIVE
11/16 at Ari 0 0 INACTIVE
11/23 at NE 0 0 INACTIVE
11/27CHI 00 INACTIVE
12/7 TB 00 INACTIVE
12/14Min 00 INACTIVE
12/21 at Chi 0 0 INACTIVE
12/28 at GB 0 0 INACTIVE
Totals 5 0 2 25 12.521 0
PostseasonRECEIVING
1/4at Dal
0
0
INACTIVE
Totals 0
0000.0
00
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
46 - MICHAEL BURTON
Fullback
Rutgers
Long Valley, N.J.
Year: Rookie
Ht: 6-0
Wt: 247
Born: 2/1/92
Draft: ‘15, R5 (168)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the fifth round (168th overall) of the 2015 NFL Draft.
PRO
Bruising fullback who joins the Lions as the first of the position to be drafted by the team since FB Jerome Felton in 2008
following a successful college career at Rutgers.
COLLEGE
Entered the college football ranks as a walk-on in 2010 and was redshirted his freshman year before emerging as a force
in the Scarlet Knights backfield. Played in 42 career games (27 starts) and finished with 22 carries for 116 yards, as well
as 47 receptions for 401 yards and three touchdowns.
2014: Carried the Rutgers ground attack as the lead backfield blocker as he appeared in all 13 games (10 starts), hauling
in at least one catch in 11 of the 13 games. Earned the Paul Robeson Award as a senior, which is presented annually to
an individual whose performance, leadership and dedication on and off the field during his career has had the greatest
impact on Rutgers football.
¾¾ Was one of 27 players in the Rutgers program to be named to the Big Ten All-Academic Team in 2014.
¾¾ Helped the offense rush for 340 yards in the Quick Lane Bowl victory over North Carolina in Detroit (12/26), the highest
rushing total for Rutgers since 2007. Also converted a fake punt in the game.
¾¾ Blocked for an offense that racked up 284 rushing yards against Navy, including a key block on a fourth-down run that
led to a touchdown.
¾¾ Collected two receptions in Senior Day win over Indiana (11/15).
2013: Started 10 of the 13 games he saw action in and ended the year with 61 rushing yards and 149 receiving yards,
including two touchdowns.
¾¾ Hauled in touchdown passes against South Florida (12/7) and Temple (11/2).
¾¾ Rushed twice and registered two receptions in home opener start against Norfolk State (9/7).
¾¾ Named to the American Athletic Conference All-Academic Football Team.
2012: Earned starts at fullback in the first four games of the season before suffering a season-ending leg injury in the win
at Arkansas (9/22).
2011: Worked his way into the starting lineup in three of the final four games of 2011 after moving from running back to
fullback during spring drills.
¾¾ Saw his first-career carry vs. West Virginia, totaling 13 yards on three attempts.
¾¾ Scored his first-career touchdown as a Scarlet Knight in the first start of his career in the 27-12 win at Army (11/12).
2010: Redshirted in 2010.
PERSONAL
Four-year starter for head coach Kevin Hennelly at West Morris Central (N.J.) High School. Named first-team all-state,
all-group III and Morris County Player of the Year by the Star-Ledger. Set 10 school season records and career records,
including a school single-season record 1,769 yards on 200 carries and 20 touchdowns as a senior.
¾¾ Owns his high school’s career rushing mark with 3,332 yards, as well as single-season all-purpose yards (2,376) and
career all-purpose yards (4,498).
¾¾ Father, Peter, was a standout running back at Susquehanna University and sister, Lyndsay, was a women’s basketball
All-America selection in 2010 at Johns Hopkins University.
¾¾ Majored in communications at Rutgers.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
29 - CREZDON BUTLER
Cornerback
Clemson
Asheville, N.C.
Year: 5
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 189
Born: 5/26/87
Draft: ‘10, R5 (164)-Pit Acquired: FA ‘15
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: KREZ-din
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions to a Reserve/Future contract on January 7, 2015.
¾¾ Released by the Buccaneers on December 16, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as a free agent on September 10, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Chargers on August 30, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the San Diego Chargers as a free agent on September 17, 2013.
¾¾ Released by the Bills on August 30, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Buffalo Bills to the active roster from the Cardinals practice squad on November 7, 2012.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Cardinals to the practice squad on October 23, 2012.
¾¾ Released by the Cardinals on October 16, 2012.
¾¾ Signed by the Cardinals as a free agent on October 9, 2012.
¾¾ Released by the Washington Redskins on September 25, 2012.
¾¾ Acquired by the Washington Redskins via waivers on September 1, 2012.
¾¾ Released by the Cardinals on August 31, 2012.
¾¾ Acquired by the Arizona Cardinals via waivers on September 4, 2011.
¾¾ Released by the Steelers on September 3, 2011.
¾¾ Drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the fifth round (164th overall) of the 2010 NFL Draft.
PRO
Fifth-year corner who saw action in 11 games during the 2014 season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after spending time
with the Pittsburgh Steelers (2010), Arizona Cardinals (2011-12), Washington Redskins (2012), Buffalo Bills (2012) and San
Diego Chargers (2013). Made his NFL debut against New England (11/14/10) while with the Steelers.
2014: Played in 11 games (three starts) for the Buccaneers and finished the season with a career-high 13 tackles in a reserve
cornerback role. Made his first-career start vs. Baltimore (10/12) and recorded two tackles in the game.
¾¾ Started two more games at cornerback, including vs. Atlanta (11/9) and at Washington (11/16), tallying seven combined
tackles in both contests.
COLLEGE
A four-year contributor for the Clemson Tigers, Butler played in 53 games during his career and finished with 183 tackles,
11 interceptions and 21 pass defenses. Finished tied for second in school history with 243 career interception return yards.
¾¾ Earned ACC Honorable Mention as a senior in 2009 and was also named freshman First Team All-ACC by Sporting
News in 2006.
PERSONAL
Attended Asheville (N.C.) High School where he ended his career as the all-time rushing leader in school history with
5,030 career yards. Named MVP of AAA state title game as a senior in which he recorded an interception and a 70-yard
game-winning touchdown pass.
¾¾ Earned a roster spot in the Shrine Bowl all-star game.
¾¾ Also lettered in track in high school.
¾¾ Majored in sociology at Clemson.
BUTLER’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:...................................................................................4 at Was 11/16/14
Forced Fumbles:............................................... 1 (twice) Last vs. Dal 9/29/13
Special Teams Tackles:......................................................2 vs. NYJ 12/30/12
BUTLER’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR STT
2010Pit4
00000.000000000
2011Ari1
00000.000000000
2012*
TOTAL
8
01100.000000100
2013SD12
03210.000000100
2014TB11
3131300.000000000
Totals 36
3171610.0
00000200
Postseason
2013SD2
00000.000000000
Totals 2
00000.0
00000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
57 - JOSH BYNES
Linebacker Auburn
Lauderdale Lakes, Fla.
Year: 4
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 235
Born: 8/24/89
Draft: FA-Bal ‘11
Acquired: FA ‘14
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a two-year contract on March 13, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions from Baltimore Ravens practice squad on September 23, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Baltimore Ravens to the active roster from the practice squad on September 17, 2012
¾¾ Signed by the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted rookie free agent on July 28, 2011.
PRO
Signed by the Detroit Lions on September 23, 2014 and provides valuable depth in the team’s linebacking corps. Possesses
the ability to contribute in various defensive packages. Member of the 2012 Baltimore Ravens team that won Super Bowl
XLVII (made final tackle of the game).
2014: Contributing member of the Lions linebacker group who finished his first season in Detroit with 19 total tackles (16
solo), his first-career interception (17 yards) and two pass defenses after joining the team in September. Also recorded
three special teams tackles.
¾¾ Collected an assisted tackle on special teams in Week 4 at New York Jets (10/28).
¾¾ Saw playing time in a backup linebacker role in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Collected a pair of tackles and had one pass defense in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Participated in a backup linebacker role in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Made one tackle in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Collected an assisted tackle in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9).
¾¾ Hauled in his career-first interception and made three total tackles in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Had three solo tackles in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Collected three total tackles in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Made one tackle in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
¾¾ Had a pair of solo tackles in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Notched three solo tackles in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
COLLEGE
Appeared in 43 games at Auburn and was a member of the Tigers team that won the 2010 BCS National Championship.
Bynes anchored the middle of the Auburn defense for three consecutive years, garnering Second Team All-SEC honors as
a senior. Career totals include 238 tackles, one forced fumble, and defended 12 passes.
¾¾ Started 35 consecutive games at Auburn.
PERSONAL
Graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies.
¾¾ Played in just eight games as a senior in high school, totaling 110 tackles, four forced fumbles, three recoveries and
two sacks.
¾¾ Led Boyd Anderson High School to a 9-3 overall record and to the second round of the state playoffs as a senior.
¾¾ Earned Broward County Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2006.
BYNES’ SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:..................................................................................13 at Den 12/16/12
Interceptions:............................................................................1 at Ari 11/17/14
Interception Return Yards:...................................................17 at Ari 11/17/14
Pass Defenses:..........................................1 (five times) Last at Ari 11/17/14
Special Teams Tackles:...........................................................2 vs. SF 2/13/13
BYNES’ CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsPD TD FF FR YdsTD STT
2011Bal
1
00000.00000000000
2012Bal
10
33118130.00001000003
2013Bal
15
64119220.00003000004
2014Det
13
0191630.001171001003
Totals 39
99153380.0
011750010010
Postseason
2012Bal
4
00000.00000000002
2014Det
1
01100.00000000000
Totals 5
01100.0
0000000002
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
0
0
NOT WITH TEAM
9/14
at Car
0
0
NOT WITH TEAM
9/21
GB
0
0
NOT WITH TEAM
9/28at NYJ
1
00000.00000000001
10/5BUF
1
00000.00000000000
10/12
at Min
1
02200.00000000001
10/19
NO1
00000.00000000000
10/26
at Atl
1
01100.00000000000
11/9MIA
1
01010.00000001000
11/16
at Ari
1
03210.001170100001
11/23
at NE
1
03300.00000000000
11/27
CHI
1
03210.00000000000
12/7TB1
01100.00000000000
12/14
MIN
1
02200.00000000000
12/21
at Chi
1
03300.00000000000
12/28
at GB
1
00000.00000000000
Totals 13
0191630.0
01170101003
Postseason
1/4at Dal
1
01100.00000000000
Totals 1
01100.0
0000000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
26 - DON CAREY
Safety
Norfolk State
Norfolk, Va.
Year: 7
Ht: 5-11
Wt: 202
Born: 2/14/87
Draft: ’09, R6 (177)-Cle Acquired: FA ’11
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions to a three-year extension on January 10, 2014.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions to a one-year extension on January 3, 2013.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions on November 1, 2012.
¾¾ Released by the Lions on August 20, 2012.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions on October 25, 2011.
¾¾ Released by the Jaguars on September 3, 2011.
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured by the Jaguars on September 1, 2009.
¾¾ Claimed off waivers by the Jacksonville Jaguars on August 8, 2009.
¾¾ Released by the Browns on August 6, 2009.
¾¾ Drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the sixth round (177th overall) of the 2009 NFL Draft.
PRO
Re-signed by the Lions to a three-year extension on January 10, 2014 and provides valuable depth in the team’s secondary.
Possesses the ability to contribute at safety and as a cornerback in nickel packages.
2014: Missed only three games due to a hamstring injury, and started three of his 13 games in 2014. Finished the season
with seven tackles (six solo), one fumble recovery and five special teams tackles.
¾¾ Inactive in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8) and in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Returned a 40-yard fumble for his first career touchdown on the Packers’ second play from scrimmage in Week 3 vs.
Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Saw playing time in a backup safety role in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Collected one special teams tackle in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Picked up one solo tackle in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Appeared in the game in a backup safety role in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Made one tackle in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9).
¾¾ Had two special teams tackles in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Collected one special teams tackle in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Saw playing time in a backup safety role in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Appeared in the game in a backup safety role in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
¾¾ Saw playing time in a backup safety role in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Collected a pair of solo tackles in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
¾¾ Posted three tackles in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Registered two tackles (one for loss) in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Was a versatile option at nickel and a source of stability to the Lions secondary and special teams coverage unit.
Totaled 19 tackles (16 solo), two pass defenses and finished second on the team in special teams tackles with 11 (eight
solo). Had a breakout performance at Pittsburgh (11/17/13) where he started at linebacker and had a career-high nine
tackles (seven solo).
¾¾ Recorded one special teams tackle in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 2 at Arizona (9/15) and Week 3 at Washington (9/22).
¾¾ In Week 4 vs. Chicago (9/29) assisted on one special teams tackle.
¾¾ Recorded two special teams tackles in Week 5 at Green Bay (10/6).
¾¾ Had two special teams tackles in Week 6 at Cleveland (10/13).
¾¾ In Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27), registered one pass defense and one special teams tackle.
¾¾ Had two solo tackles in Week 10 at Chicago (11/10). Both tackles took place in the second half against RB Matt Forte.
¾¾ Started at nickel in Week 11 at Pittsburgh (11/17) and posted a career-high nine tackles (seven solo), including two
tackles for loss.
¾¾ Had one solo tackle, one pass defense, a forced fumble and two special teams tackles in Week 12 vs. Tampa Bay (11/24).
¾¾ Was actively involved in special teams coverage in Week 13 vs. Green Bay (11/28) and Week 14 at Philadelphia (12/8).
¾¾ Totaled four tackles (three solo), including two tackles for loss in Week 15 vs. Baltimore (12/16).
¾¾ Had three solo tackles, including one tackle for loss, and one special teams tackle in Week 16 vs. New York Giants (12/22).
¾¾ Started in Week 17 at Minnesota (12/29) and assisted on one special teams tackle.
COLLEGE
Four-year starter at Norfolk State. Became the first player to be drafted from the school in the Division I era (since 1998).
¾¾ Two time member of the All-MEAC Second Team in 2007 and 2008.
¾¾ Recorded five interceptions during his senior season. He returned one interception 94 yards for a touchdown.
¾¾ Also had a 49-yard fumble return for a touchdown in 2008.
¾¾ Had eight interceptions and 14 pass breakups during his junior and senior seasons.
¾¾ In his career, he posted 179 tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss, 10 interceptions, and 35 pass breakups.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL
Attended Booker T. Washington (Va.) High School.
¾¾ Second Team All-Eastern District pick as a senior.
¾¾ Son of William and Karen Robinson.
¾¾ Studied building construction technology at NSU.
¾¾ Born in Grand Rapids, Mich.
CAREY’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:......................................................................................9 at Pit 11/17/13
Interceptions:............................................................................ 2 vs. Ind 12/2/12
Interception Return Yards:...................................................51 vs. Ind 12/2/12
Pass Defenses:......................................................................... 3 vs. Ind 12/2/12
Special Teams Tackles:........................2 (eight times) Last at Ari 11/16/14
Fumble Recoveries:..................................................................1 vs. GB 9/21/14
Fumble Return Yards:........................................................... 40 vs. GB 9/21/14
Fumble Return Touchdowns:.................................................1 vs. GB 9/21/14
CAREY’S CAREER STATISTICS
2010Jax
15
10
5136150.00170100004
2011Det
5
08530.00000100003
2012Det
9
6271980.0025105000012
2013Det
14
3191630.000001100011
2014Det
13
37610.000000014015
Totals 56
22
112
82300.0
0358081140135
Postseason
2011Det
1
00000.00000000001
2014Det
1
02200.00000000000
Totals 2
02200.0
0000000001
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
0
0
INACTIVE 9/14
at Car
0
0
INACTIVE 9/21GB1
10000.000000014010
9/28
at NYJ
0
0
INACTIVE 10/5BUF
1
00000.00000000000
10/12
at Min
1
00000.00000000001
10/19
NO1
01100.00000000000
10/26
at Atl
1
00000.00000000001
11/9MIA
1
11100.00000000000
11/16
at Ari
1
00000.00000000002
11/23
at NE
1
00000.00000000001
11/27
CHI
1
00000.00000000000
12/7TB1
00000.00000000000
12/14
MIN
1
00000.00000000000
12/21
at Chi
1
02200.00000000000
12/28
at GB
1
13210.00000000000
Totals 13
37610.0
00000014015
Postseason
1/4at Dal
1
02200.00000000000
Totals 1
02200.0
0000000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
33 - ALEX CARTER
Cornerback
Stanford
Ashburn, Va.
Year: Rookie
Ht: 6-0
Wt: 198
Born: 10/19/94
Draft: ‘15, R3 (80)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the third round (80th overall) of the 2015 NFL Draft.
PRO
The Lions’ third-round pick (80th overall) in the 2015 NFL Draft, Carter joins a blossoming young group of Lions cornerbacks
led by CB Darius Slay following a successful-three year career at Stanford.
COLLEGE
Played three years as one of the Cardinal’s top defensive backs, entering the NFL Draft following his junior season in 2014.
Started 33-of-40 games in his career and finished with 146 total tackles (106 solo), two interceptions, 18 pass defenses
and five forced fumbles.
2014: Started 12-of-13 games to close out his college career as a junior and amassed 41 tackles (33 solo), 10 pass defenses,
one interception and one forced fumble. Earned All-Pac 12 Honorable Mention honors and was a Phil Steele Third Team All
Pac-12 selection. Named to the Bednarik Award and Nagurski Award watch lists.
¾¾ Recorded four tackles and one forced fumble vs. Army.
¾¾ Had a season-high five solo tackles and one pass breakup at Washington.
¾¾ Picked off his first pass of the season against Oregon and finished with four tackles in the game.
¾¾ Racked up a season-high six solo tackles and one pass breakup at UCLA.
2013: Earned starts in all 13 games at cornerback as a sophomore and ended the year with 59 tackles (39 solo), two tackles
for loss, one interception and a team-high seven pass defenses. Named Pac-12 Honorable Mention.
¾¾ Began the season with seven tackles (five solo) against San Jose State.
¾¾ Totaled three tackles (one for loss) and his first-career interception vs. Arizona State.
¾¾ Logged a team-high eight tackles (seven solo) against Washington State.
¾¾ Anchored the Cardinal secondary with three solo tackles at Arizona State in the Pac-12 Championship Game.
¾¾ Concluded the season with two tackles and two pass defenses vs. Michigan State in the Rose Bowl.
2012: As a true freshman, earned Pac-12 Honorable Mention honors after playing in all 14 games, including starts in the
last eight contests at cornerback. Led the defense with three forced fumbles and finished the season with 46 tackles (34
solo) and three tackles for loss. Also logged five kickoff returns for 110 yards.
¾¾ Notched his first-career tackle for loss and first-career forced fumble at Notre Dame.
¾¾ Took over starting cornerback duties in week seven at California. Totaled four solo tackles in his first-career start.
¾¾ Had a season-high seven tackles (three solo) in Stanford’s Rose Bowl win over Wisconsin.
PERSONAL
Graduated from Briar Woods (Va.) High School and played under head coach Charlie Pierce, where he was a four-star recruit
per ESPN, Rivals and Scout. Ranked as the nation’s fourth-best safety prospect by Rivals, ninth by Scout and was Virginia’s
2011 Gatorade State Player of the Year and AA Defensive Player of the Year. Also earned all-state and all-region honors
as a defensive back and kick returner in 2011.
¾¾ Recorded 50 tackles, five interceptions (one returned for a touchdown), as well as 1,000 all-purpose yards on offense
as a senior.
¾¾ Participated in the 2011 U.S. Army All-American and International Bowls.
¾¾ Also lettered in track and field at Briar Woods.
¾¾ Son of Tom and Renee Carter. Father played at Notre Dame and was a first-round draft selection by the Washington
Redskins in 1993.
¾¾ Majored in psychology at Stanford.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
63 - JERMELLE CUDJO
Defensive Tackle
Central Oklahoma
Lawton, Okla.
Year: 4
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 298
Born: 9/28/86
Draft: FA-Stl ’10
Acquired: FA ‘15
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: KOO-joe
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions to a 2015 Reserve/Future contract on January 9, 2015.
¾¾ Released by the Chiefs on August 25, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Kansas City Chiefs as a free agent on May 20, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Rams on May 15, 2014.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Rams as a free agent to a two-year contract on March 11, 2013.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Rams as an exclusive rights free agent on May 1, 2012.
¾¾ Signed by the Rams to the active roster from the practice squad on September 25, 2010.
¾¾ Signed by the Rams to the practice squad on September 18, 2010.
¾¾ Released by the Rams on September 14, 2010.
¾¾ Signed by the St. Louis Rams as an undrafted rookie free agent on April 26, 2010.
PRO
Fifth-year defensive tackle who joins the Lions defensive tackle rotation after spending 2014 training camp with the
Kansas City Chiefs, as well as the previous four seasons with the St. Louis Rams (2010-13). Originally entered the NFL as
an undrafted rookie free agent with the Rams in 2010 out of Central Oklahoma.
2014: Participated in the Chiefs training camp before being released by the club on August 25, 2014.
COLLEGE
Four-year starter at Central Oklahoma where he finished with 58 tackles (32 solo), 12.5 tackles for loss and 3.5 sacks (23
yards) as a senior in 2009. Earned a spot in the Cactus Bowl, the NCAA Division II All-Star Game in Kingsville, Texas as a senior.
¾¾ Named First Team Division II Preseason All-American from Consensus Draft services and was a Second Team All-Lone
Star Conference North Division pick.
¾¾ Redshirted as a true freshman in 2005.
PERSONAL
Two-way player at both offensive and defensive lineman at MacArthur High School in Lawton, Okla. Where he was a two-time
all-district and Lawton Constitution All-Area selection. Also earned District Offensive Lineman of the Year honors as a senior.
¾¾ Majored in general studies at Central Oklahoma.
CUDJO’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:.............................................................4 (twice) Last at Det 10/10/10
Sacks:..........................................................................................1 vs. Ari 10/4/12
Pass Defenses:......................................1 (three times) Last at Ind 11/10/13
Special Teams Tackles:..........................................................1 at SF 11/11/12
CUDJO’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR
2010StL
10
013940.54.5000200
2012StL
15
4201911.06000000
2013StL
13
011740.00000100
Totals 38
4443591.5
10.5
000300
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
28 - QUANDRE DIGGS
Cornerback
Texas
Angleton, Texas
Year: Rookie
Ht: 5-9
Wt: 197
Born: 1/22/93
Draft: ‘15, R6 (200)-Det
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: KWAN-dray
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round (200th overall) of the 2015 NFL Draft.
PRO
Joins CB Alex Carter as the second Lions rookie cornerback to be drafted in 2015, and will look to provide depth at both
the outside and inside corner position.
COLLEGE
A four-year cornerback at Texas who played in 52 career games (49 starts) and ended his career tied for ninth on the Texas
all-time list for interceptions (11), while his 37 career pass defenses are also tied for ninth in school history. Earned All-Big
12 honors three times (2011, 2013, 2014) and started 48 of his final 49 games. Did not miss a game in his Texas career.
2014: Earned 2014 First Team All-Big 12 honors from ESPN and was a second-team pick by the Associated Press and the
league’s coaches. Was invited to the 2015 Senior Bowl following his final season at Texas where he finished with a career-high
73 total tackles (52 solo), two sacks, three interceptions, five pass defenses and one forced fumble in 13 games (13 starts).
¾¾ Was a member of the watch list for the 2014 Chuck Bednarik, Jim Thorpe and Nagurski Trophy.
¾¾ Had five tackles and an interception against BYU.
¾¾ Posted three tackles, one sack and one interception against Kansas.
¾¾ Named the team’s defensive player of the game following a five-tackle performance against Texas Tech. Also forced a
fumble and recorded one pass breakup in the game.
¾¾ Had a season-high nine tackles and one pass breakup against TCU.
2013: As a junior, played in all 13 games (12 starts) as the team’s cornerback/nickel. Ranked first on the team in pass
defenses with 10 and was an Honorable Mention All-Big 12 selection.
¾¾ Notched a season-high eight tackles, including one for a loss, one sack and one pass breakup against rival Oklahoma.
Earned one of the team’s defensive player of the game awards for his performance in the game.
¾¾ Registered six tackles, including one for a loss and a sack, in the win against TCU.
¾¾ Posted four stops, one QB pressure and matched a career high with three pass defenses against Texas Tech.
¾¾ Had five tackles, including one for a loss, in the Alamo Bowl against Oregon.
2012: Finished his sophomore campaign tied for sixth in the Big 12 in interceptions with four. Led the team in interceptions
(four) and pass defenses (seven) and tied for fourth on the team in solo stops (39).
¾¾ Grabbed a career-high two interceptions against Ole Miss, both of which led to touchdown drives for Texas.
¾¾ Scored on a defensive two-point return after a blocked extra point attempt on the game’s first scoring drive.
2011: Named to the CBS Sports Freshman All-American team and was the Big 12 Defensive Freshman of the Year. Also
earned Second Team All-Big 12 honors from the conference’s coaches and Honorable Mention honors from the Associated
Press. Tied a school freshmen record with his team-high four interceptions to go along with 51 tackles (33 solo), 15 pass
defenses and two forced fumbles.
¾¾ As a kick returner, also returned 19 kickoffs for 371 yards and nine punts for 181 yards.
PERSONAL
Coached by Finis Vanover at Angleton (Texas) High School where he was a two-time all-state and four-time all-district
selection at multiple positions. Invited to play in the 2011 Under Armour All-American Game and was a member of ESPNU’s
top 150 national prospects. Was a four-year starter at Angleton and finished his career with 8,265 all-purpose yards and
83 touchdowns on offense, rushing for 4,409 yards and 58 touchdowns, passing for 1,938 yards and 11 touchdowns and
catching 10 passes for 301 yards and three touchdowns. On defense, totaled 237 tackles, 19 tackles for loss, six sacks,
10 interceptions, 52 pass breakups, 11 forced fumbles, four fumble recoveries, seven blocked kicks and returned four
interceptions for scores.
¾¾ Also lettered three years in track and was a two-year letterman in basketball.
¾¾ Brother, Quentin Jammer, was a three-year starter and All-American defensive back at Texas (1997-98, 2000, 01) and
played for the Denver Broncos in 2013 after 11 seasons with the San Diego Chargers (2002-12).
¾¾ Earned a bachelor’s degree in physical culture and sports with a minor in social work from Texas and was a member of
the Big 12 Commissioner’s Honor roll in 2013.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
85 - ERIC EBRON
Tight End
North Carolina
Greensboro, N.C.
Year: 2
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 255
Born: 4/10/93
Draft: ’14, R1 (10)-Det
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: EE-bron
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the first round (10th overall) of the 2014 NFL Draft.
PRO
The top tight end in the 2014 NFL Draft after a three-year career at North Carolina, Ebron’s massive frame and fluid
movement to get downfield create a versatile, new weapon for the Lions offense. Selected by the Lions with the 10th
overall pick, Ebron is one of only four tight ends (Brandon Pettigrew, 2009; Jermaine Gresham, 2010; Tyler Eifert, 2012) to
be drafted in the first round since 2009.
2014: Learning under veteran TE Brandon Pettigrew, Ebron finished sixth on the team in receptions with 25 and finished
his rookie season with 248 yards and one touchdown.
¾¾ Targeted twice and helped block for the Lions offense, which collected 417 net yards, in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8).
¾¾ Hauled in the first three receptions of his career for 38 yards in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Caught one pass and helped block for the Lions offense that gained 361 yards of total offense in Week 3 vs. Green Bay
(9/21).
¾¾ Matched his then-career-best with three receptions for 34 yards and caught his first-career touchdown pass just before
the end of the first half in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Snagged a pair of passes for eight yards in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Caught two passes for 23 yards in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19) and Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Collected a career-high four receptions for 22 yards in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Caught a pair of passes for 24 yards in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Hauled in three passes for 23 yards in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Caught a trio of passes for 28 yards in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
¾¾ Collected one reception for 11 yards in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14). Key blocker for the Lions’ ground game, which
racked up 138 yards and two touchdowns in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
¾¾ Hauled in two receptions for 38 yards in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Caught three receptions for 21 yards in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
COLLEGE
Ebron played three seasons at North Carolina, where he started in 21-of-34 career games and set school career-records for
tight ends with 112 receptions for 1,805 yards (16.1 avg) and eight touchdowns. His 112 receptions eclipsed the previous
all-time tight end record of 94 catches by Zack Pianalto (2007-10).
¾¾ His 112 career receptions rank second all-time in Atlantic Coast Conference history. The only ACC tight end to record
more receptions in a career is Heath Miller of Virginia (144; 2002-04). Ebron’s 1,805 receiving yards topped Miller’s
conference tight end record of 1,703 yards.
¾¾ In 2013, Ebron’s 973 receiving yards set a new ACC record for single-season receiving yards by a tight end, breaking
Vernon Davis’ (Maryland) record of 871 in 2005.
PERSONAL
Played his prep ball at Smith (N.C.) High School in Greensboro under head coach Rodney Brewington. Rated as the eighthbest tight end in the nation by ESPNU and ranked 20th among high school tight ends by Scout.com.
¾¾ Voted to the Associated Press North Carolina All-State team as a senior, earning a roster spot on North Carolina’s
Shrine Bowl team.
¾¾ As a senior, concluded his high school career with 28 receptions for 682 yards and 10 touchdowns. Also played defensive
end, where he posted 68 tackles and 13.5 sacks in 2010.
EBRON’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Receptions:................................................................................4 at Ari 11/16/14
Receiving Touchdowns:..........................................................1 at NYJ 9/28/14
Receiving Yards:.............................................38 (twice) Last at GB 12/28/14
Long Reception:.................................................................... 22 at GB 12/28/14
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
EBRON’S CAREER STATISTICS
RECEIVING
2014Det13
7252489.9221
Totals 13
7252489.9221
PostseasonRECEIVING
2014 1
13217.080
Totals 1 1 3 21 7.0 8 0
2014 (DET) RECEIVING
9/8NYG
1
0000.000
9/14at Car
103 3812.7170
9/21GB1
0000.000
9/28at NYJ
103 3411.3161
10/5BUF
1
0284.050
10/12at Min
112 2311.5120
10/19NO 00 INACTIVE
10/26 at Atl 0 0 INACTIVE
11/9 MIA00 INACTIVE
11/16
at Ari
1
14225.580
11/23at NE
102 2311.5170
11/27CHI113 237.7130
12/7TB113 289.3120
12/14MIN111 1111110
12/21
at Chi
1
1000.000
12/28at GB
112 3819.0220
Totals 13
7252489.9221
PostseasonRECEIVING
1/4at Dal
1
13217.080
Totals 1 1 3 21 7.0 8 0
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
80 - JOSEPH FAURIA
Tight End
UCLA
Encino, Calif.
Year: 3
Ht: 6-7
Wt: 262
Born: 1/16/90
Draft: FA-Det ‘13
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: FOR-ee-ay
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an undrafted rookie free agent on May 2, 2013.
PRO
Third-year tight end who earned a roster spot in 2013 after joining the team as an undrafted free agent out of UCLA. Brings
tremendous size and height to the Lions tight end corps.
¾¾ With one touchdown catch vs. Baltimore (12/16/13), Fauria became the fourth tight end in team history to record seven
touchdown receptions in a season.
• He joined TE Jim Gibbons (8, 1964), TE Ulysses Norris (7, 1983) and TE David Sloan (7, 2001) as the only Lions tight
ends with seven touchdown receptions in a season.
• Fauria also joined WR Roy Williams (8 in 2004) as the only rookies to catch seven touchdown passes in a season.
¾¾ Fauria’s 10-yard touchdown catch against Tampa Bay (11/24/13) set a franchise record for touchdown receptions by
a rookie tight end (6).
¾¾ Fauria’s three touchdowns at Cleveland (10/13) set a franchise single-game record for touchdown receptions by a tight end.
• His three touchdown grabs marked the first time a Lions tight end registered two-plus in a game since TE David
Sloan recorded two vs. Cincinnati October 28, 2001.
• Fauria set the team record for touchdown receptions in a game for a Lions rookie tight end (3).
• Fauria’s three touchdown receptions set a Lions rookie single-game rookie record for a road game.
• He is only the third rookie in team history with two-plus touchdown receptions on the road (Dorn Dibble: 2 at Philadelphia 11/18/51; WR Titus Young: 2 at Green Bay 1/1/12).
2014: Hampered by a foot injury midway through the season, followed up on his stellar 2013 rookie season with six catches
for 74 yards and one touchdown before being placed on Reserve/Injured on December 10.
¾¾ Hauled in one reception for 26 yards and a two-point conversion in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8). His 26-yard catch
was a career-long.
¾¾ Collected one reception for 20 yards in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Caught one pass for two yards in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28) through Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9) with a foot injury.
¾¾ Returned to the field and helped block for the Lions’ rushing attack, which collected 98 yards on 19 carries in Week
11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Participated in a backup tight end role and was targeted twice in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Caught one pass for 8 yards in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Hauled in a pair of passes for 17 yards and a touchdown in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured with a foot injury on December 10.
2013: Fauria, an undrafted rookie, caught seven touchdown passes in his debut season, including three at Cleveland (10/13).
His seven receiving touchdowns were the most among rookie tight ends and tied for second among all NFL rookies. He
finished his rookie season with 18 receptions for 207 yards and seven touchdowns.
¾¾ In his NFL debut, recorded three receptions for 27 yards and one touchdown in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8).
¾¾ Registered one pass for five yards and one touchdown in Week 3 at Washington (9/22).
¾¾ Scored on three touchdown receptions (1, 23 and 10 yards) in Week 6 at Cleveland (10/13). He caught three passes (all
touchdowns) for 34 yards.
¾¾ Had one catch for 15 yards in Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20).
¾¾ Earned the Lions a first down by recording a career-long 25-yard reception in Week 10 at Chicago (11/10).
¾¾ In Week 11 at Pittsburgh (11/17), caught one pass for 14 yards.
¾¾ Caught a 10-yard touchdown pass in Week 12 vs. Tampa Bay (11/24).
¾¾ Started for the second time this season at tight end in Week 14 at Philadelphia (12/8).
¾¾ Caught a 14-yard touchdown pass in Week 15 vs. Baltimore (12/16).
¾¾ In Week 16 vs. New York Giants (12/22), totaled 43 yards on three receptions.
¾¾ Caught three passes for 20 yards in Week 17 at Minnesota (12/29).
COLLEGE
Established himself as a consistent part of the Bruins offense, ranking tied for third in UCLA history with 20 career
touchdown receptions.
¾¾ Finished his UCLA career with at least one catch in his last 22 games.
¾¾ An honorable mention all-conference selection in 2012, started nine of the 14 games played in and led the team with
12 touchdowns receptions, the most since J.J. Stokes had a school-record 17 in 1993. His 46 catches on the season
also rank tied for the 18th-best mark in school single-season history.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
¾¾ Recorded five-reception games against Baylor and Arizona and four-reception games against Nebraska, Washington
State, USC and Stanford.
¾¾ Earned the Kenneth S. Washington Award for Outstanding Senior of the Year on Offense at the team’s annual awards
banquet.
PERSONAL
Helped lead Crespi Carmelite (Calif.) High School to an 11-3 season and the Serra League title, while advancing to the PAC-5
final as a senior under head coach Jeremiah Ross. Team finished ranked sixth in the state of California.
¾¾ Caught 35 passes for 516 yards and eight touchdowns as a senior and was rated the No. 7 tight end in the nation by
Rivals.com.
¾¾ Bypassed the U.S. Army All-American Bowl and the Under Armour All-Star Game to focus on his senior basketball season.
¾¾ Uncle, Christian, played at Colorado and 13 seasons in the NFL (Seattle, New England, Washington, Carolina).
¾¾ Majored in sociology at UCLA.
FAURIA’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Receptions:..............................................3 (four times) Last at Min 12/29/13
Receiving Yards:.................................................................43 vs. NYG 12/22/13
Long Reception:..................................................................... 26 vs. NYG 9/8/14
Receiving Touchdowns:......................................................... 3 at Cle 10/13/13
FAURIA’S CAREER STATISTICS
RECEIVING
2013Det16
21820711.5257
2014Det706 7412.3261
Totals 232 24 281 11.726 8
9/8 NYG101 2626.0260
9/14at Car
101 2020.0200
9/21GB1
0133.030
9/28 at NYJ0 0 INACTIVE
10/5 BUF00 INACTIVE
10/12 at Min 0 0 INACTIVE
10/19NO 00 INACTIVE
11/9 MIA00 INACTIVE
11/16
at Ari
1
0000.000
11/23
at NE
1
0000.000
11/27
CHI
1
0188.080
12/7 TB 10 2 17 8.5 10t 1
12/14Min 00 RESERVE/INJURED
12/21 at Chi 0 0 RESERVE/INJURED
12/28 at GB 0 0 RESERVE/INJURED
Totals 7 0 6 74 12.326 1
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
10 - COREY FULLER
Wide Receiver
Virginia Tech
Baltimore, Md.
Year: 2
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 200
Born: 6/23/90
Draft: ’13, R6 (171)-Det
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Older brother Vincent Fuller is a former Hokie and NFL player, and younger brother Kyle Fuller was a first-round draft
pick by the Chicago Bears in the 2014 NFL Draft.
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Lions to a Reserve/Future contract on January 1, 2014.
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round (171st overall) of the 2013 NFL Draft.
PRO
Sixth-round pick out of Virginia Tech in 2013 who spent his first NFL season as a member of the Lions practice squad. Added
depth to the Lions receiving corps in 2014.
2014: Emerged as a reliable third receiver weapon in his second NFL season behind WR Calvin Johnson and WR Golden
Tate, ending the season with 14 catches for 212 yards and one touchdown. His only touchdown of the season came on the
game-winning catch in the team’s comeback win over New Orleans in Week 7.
¾¾ Began the season in a reserve wide receiver role in Week 1 vs. New York (9/8).
¾¾ Saw playing time at wide receiver and was targeted once in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Hauled in his first-career reception for 52 yards in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Targeted once in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Caught a career-high three passes for 27 yards in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Hauled in a pair of passes for 12 yards in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Tied a career-high with three receptions and 44 yards and hauled in his first-career touchdown in Week 7 vs. New
Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Caught three passes for 43 yards in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Made one catch for 13 yards in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Had one catch for 21 yards in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27) in his first NFL game against his brother, Bears CB Kyle Fuller.
¾¾ Participated in a backup wide receiver role in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
¾¾ Was targeted once in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Participated in a backup wide receiver role and was targeted twice in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
¾¾ Targeted once in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Hauled in two passes for 26 yards in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Member of the 2013 practice squad.
COLLEGE
In only two seasons at Virginia Tech, finished his career with 45 receptions for 834 yards (18.5 avg.) and six touchdowns.
All six touchdowns came during his senior campaign in 2012. Started his career as a student-athlete at the University of
Kansas as a member of the track & field team.
2012: Played in all 13 games (eight starts) for the Hokies, including 655 plays on offense.
¾¾ Caught five passes for 82 yards in a win over Georgia Tech.
PERSONAL
Lettered two seasons in football as a quarterback for coach Leonard Hart at Woodlawn (Md.) High School.
¾¾ Was a Nike indoor track All-American as a senior. Won first team all-state indoor and outdoor track honors.
FULLER’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Receptions:.............................................3 (three times) Last at Atl 10/26/14
Receiving Yards:..................................................................... 52 vs. GB 9/21/14
Long Reception:..................................................................... 52 vs. GB 9/21/14
Receiving Touchdowns:........................................................1 vs. NO 10/19/14
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
FULLER’S CAREER STATISTICS
RECEIVING
2013 Det 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
2014Det16
21421215.1521
Totals 162 14 212 15.152 1
PostseasonRECEIVING
2014Det102 2613.0210
Totals 1 0 2 26 13.021 0
9/8NYG
1
0000.000
9/14at Car
1
0000.000
9/21GB101 5252.0520
9/28at NYJ
1
0000.000
10/5BUF103 279.0100
10/12
at Min
1
02126.070
10/19NO113 4414.7211
10/26at Atl
113 4314.3160
11/9MIA
1
0000.000
11/16
at Ari
1
0000.000
11/23at NE
101 1313.0130
11/27CHI101 2121.0210
12/7TB1
0000.000
12/14
MIN
1
0000.000
12/21
at Chi
1
0000.000
12/28
at GB
1
0000.000
Totals 162 14 212 15.152 1
Postseason RECEIVING
1/4 at Dal
102 2613.0210
Totals 1 0 2 26 13.021 0
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
58 - PHILLIP HUNT
Defensive End
Houston
Fort Worth, Texas
Year: 3
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 258
Born: 1/10/86
Draft: FA-Cle ‘09
Acquired: FA ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as a free agent on February 27, 2015.
¾¾ Released by the Colts on August 30, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Indianapolis Colts as an unrestricted free agent on August 6, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Philadelphia Eagles as a free agent to a three-year contract on February 11, 2011.
¾¾ Signed by the Cleveland Browns as an undrafted rookie free agent in 2009 before joining the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of
the Canadian Football League for two seasons (2009-10).
PRO
One of the top pass rushers in the Canadian Football League for two seasons (2009-10), Hunt entered the NFL with the
Philadelphia Eagles in 2011 where he played three seasons. Prior to joining the Lions in 2015, Hunt spent 2014 training
camp with the Indianapolis Colts.
2014: Joined the Colts on August 6, 2014 during training before being released by the team on August 30.
2012: Played in 13 games in his second season with the Eagles and continued to provide depth along the defensive line as
he finished with seven solo tackles, one sack (11 yards) and one tackle for loss.
2011: In his first NFL season, Hunt played in nine games for the Eagles and totaled eight tackles (seven solo), two sacks
(14 solo) two tackles for loss and four quarterback hits as a rotational member of the defensive line.
¾¾ Tabbed his first-career sack against Miami (12/11), bringing down QB J.P. Losman for a safety.
¾¾ Recorded a sack two weeks in a row with a six-yard takedown on Jets QB Mark Sanchez (12/18).
2009-10: Amassed 19 sacks in two seasons with the CFL’s Winnipeg Blue Bombers, including a league-leading 16 in 2010.
COLLEGE
Four-year member of the Houston Cougars defense where he finished his career as the school’s all-time leader in sacks
with 34. Also registered 188 tackles, including 51 tackles for loss, 17 pass defenses, six forced fumbles, two fumble
recoveries and one interception.
¾¾ Earned All-Conference USA selections from 2006-08, as well as three Conference USA Defensive Player of the Week
awards.
¾¾ Led the team in sacks with 10.5 as a junior in 2007.
¾¾ Ranked fourth in the conference with eight sacks in 2006.
PERSONAL
Two-time first team all-district selection at Dunbar (Texas) High School.
¾¾ Majored in kinesiology and sports administration at Houston.
¾¾ Has a son, Cameron.
HUNT’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:..................................................................................6 vs. NYJ 12/18/11
Sacks:....................................................1 (three times) Last at NYG 12/30/12
Special Teams Tackles:............................................................1 at Ari 9/23/12
HUNT’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR TD STT
2011Phi
9
08712.01400000000
2012Phi
13
07701.01100000000
Totals 22
0151413.0
2500000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
44 - EMIL IGWENAGU
Fullback
Massachusetts
Raleigh, N.C.
Year: 2
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 248
Born: 3/27/89
Draft: FA-Phi ‘12
Acquired: W-Phi ‘14
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: eh-MEAL ig-wen-AH-goo
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Lions to the practice squad on August 31, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions on August 26, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Eagles on August 23, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Eagles to the practice squad on October 16, 2013. Signed to active roster on January 6, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Eagles to the practice squad on September 1, 2012. Released by the Eagles on October 14, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Philadelphia Eagles to the practice squad as an undrafted rookie free agent on April 29, 2012. Released
by the Eagles on August 31, 2012.
PRO
Having spent time with the Philadelphia Eagles since joining the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2012, Igwenagu earned
a spot on Detroit’s practice squad in 2014.
2014: Spent the 2014 season on the Lions practice squad.
2013: Spent the season on the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad.
2012: Appeared in two games for the Philadelphia Eagles, including his first-career start.
¾¾ Made his first-career NFL start vs. Washington (12/23).
¾¾ Played in his first-career NFL game vs. Cincinnati (12/13).
COLLEGE
Proved his versatility by playing at four different positions during his collegiate career at UMass, including tight end, fullback,
running back and linebacker. Posted 75 receptions for 821 yards and four touchdowns in his career.
2011: Set career highs in receptions (38), receiving yards (375), and touchdowns (3) in a season.
¾¾ Caught a career-best 10 receptions for 85 yards and a touchdown vs. Old Dominion (10/1).
¾¾ Hauled in four passes for 99 yards and a touchdown vs. Central Connecticut (10/8).
PERSONAL
Led Holy Name Catholic (N.C.) High School to two Division II Super Bowl championships and was named the MVP in both
games.
¾¾ Totaled 470 carries for 5,037 yards, 54 touchdowns, 372 total points, 290 tackles and 12 interceptions during his high
school career.
¾¾ Rushed for 1,918 yards on 138 carries and 23 touchdowns as a senior.
IGWENAGU’S CAREER STATISTICS
RUSHINGRECEIVING
Year TeamGS Att YdsAvgLg TD RecYdsAvgLg TD
2012Phi
3
100--000-00
Totals 3
100--000-00
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
32 - JAMES IHEDIGBO
Safety
Massachusetts
Amherst, Mass.
Year: 8
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 214
Born: 12/3/83
Draft: FA-NYJ ‘07
Acquired: UFA-Bal ‘14
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: ee-HEAD-ee-bo
¾¾ Pro Bowl: 2015 Alternate
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a two-year contract on March 27, 2014.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Ravens as an unrestricted free agent on March 12, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Baltimore Ravens on September 2, 2012.
¾¾ Released by the Patriots on August 31, 2012.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Patriots as an unrestricted free agent on June 22, 2012.
¾¾ Signed by the New England Patriots as an unrestricted free agent on August 19, 2011.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Jets as an unrestricted free agent on March 22, 2010.
¾¾ Signed by the Jets to the active roster on October 29, 2008.
¾¾ Signed by the Jets to the practice squad on September 3, 2008.
¾¾ Released by the Jets on August 20, 2007.
¾¾ Signed by the New York Jets as an undrafted rookie free agent on May 15, 2007.
PRO
An eight-year veteran roaming NFL defensive backfields, Ihedigbo came to Detroit in 2014 and joins S Glover Quin as one of
the most experienced safety tandems in the League. Joined the New York Jets as an undrafted rookie free agent in 2007 and
played three seasons with the team (2008-10) before stops in New England (2011) and most recently Baltimore (2012-13).
Played in a reserve safety role with the Ravens in 2012 en route to the team’s Super Bowl XLVII win over San Francisco.
¾¾ In seven seasons, has seen action in 14 playoff games (four starts), including six with New York, three with New England
and four with Baltimore.
2014: Took control of the Lions’ defensive backfield alongside Quin in his first season in Detroit, finishing the year ranked
fourth on the team with 71 tackles (59 solo), two sacks (13.5 yards), four interceptions (86 yards), eight pass defenses,
three forced fumbles and one fumble recovery. As a unit, the Lions safeties led the NFL in interceptions with 11 and ranked
fourth in pass defenses with 20.
¾¾ Was inactive in the first three weeks of the season.
¾¾ Made his Lions debut and collected five total tackles (two solo), one sack (three yards) and one forced fumble in Week
4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Collected six tackles and forced a fumble for the second-consecutive week in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Had four total tackles including 0.5 sacks in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Made eight tackles, including one sack and recovered a fumble in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Collected seven solo tackles, including one tackle for a loss in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Had six total tackles, two pass defenses and also intercepted a pass, returning it for a career-high 70 yards in Week
10 vs. Miami (11/9).
¾¾ Made five tackles and had two pass defenses in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Intercepted his second pass of the season to go along with nine tackles in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Made one tackle and intercepted his third pass of the season in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27), tying a career-high for
the season.
¾¾ Collected five total tackles, one pass defense and intercepted a pass for the third-straight game in Week 14 vs. Tampa
Bay (12/7).
¾¾ Had four total tackles in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Made seven solo tackles in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
¾¾ Recorded four tackles and forced one fumble in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Registered nine tackles (seven solo; one for loss), one sack, and one quarterback hit in the NFC Wild Card game at
Dallas (1/4).
2013: Had his best season to date as he started in all 16 games for the first time in his career, finishing with 99 tackles (62
solo), three interceptions (54 yards), 11 pass defenses, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.
¾¾ Recorded the first two interceptions of his career vs. Cincinnati (11/10) and returned them for a total of 46 yards. Finished
the game with nine tackles (six solo).
¾¾ Totaled 10 tackles on three occasions, including performances vs. Green Bay (10/13), vs. Pittsburgh (11/28) and a
career-high 12 vs. Minnesota (12/8).
¾¾ Forced fumbles at Buffalo (9/29) and vs. Minnesota (12/8).
¾¾ Recorded a pass defense in seven of the 16 games played, including a career-high three at Chicago (11/17).
¾¾ Ended the season with his third interception of the year (eight yards) in the season finale at Cincinnati (12/29).
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
COLLEGE
A former walk-on at Massachusetts, earned his way to becoming a three-year starter (45-of-47) games and finished his
collegiate career with 257 tackles (171 solo), 12.5 sacks, 23.5 tackles for loss, nine interceptions and 28 pass defenses.
¾¾ Ranked sixth on the team with 72 tackles as a senior in 2006 and also posted five sacks, four forced fumbles (led Atlantic
10), eight pass defenses and three interceptions. Started all 11 games and was named Third Team All-Atlantic 10 after
recording eight pass defenses and three interceptions.
¾¾ Named Third Team All-Atlantic 10 as a sophomore as a member of the nation’s leading scoring defense and No. 3 ranked
total defense as a junior in 2005.
PERSONAL
Attended Amherst (Mass.) High School where he was a two-time All-Western Massachusetts and All-League selection.
Rushed for 1,012 yards and 18 touchdowns as a senior, while totaling more than 2,000 all-purpose yards.
¾¾ Selected to play in the Shrine Chowder Classic Bowl and was also a member of the basketball, lacrosse and track teams.
¾¾ Established HOPE Africa (Helping Our People Excel) to aide as a boost for future young African leaders. In November
2012, hosted a celebrity fundraising dinner party with teammates benefitting the organization.
¾¾ Participated in several Ravens’ NFL Play 60 school visits.
¾¾ Supported numerous Ravens teammates’ charity events, including Vonta Leach’s Celebrity Billiards Tournament
benefitting breast cancer research and the Lardarius Webb Charity Bowling Classic.
¾¾ Majored in sociology.
IHEDIGBO’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:...................................................................................12 vs. Min 12/8/13
Sacks:.....................................................1 (seven times) Last at NYJ 9/28/14
Pass Defenses:.......................................................................3 vs. Cin 11/10/13
Interceptions:..........................................................................2 vs. Cin 11/10/13
Long Interception Return:...................................................70 vs. Mia 11/9/14
Fumble Recoveries:...............................1 (four times) Last vs. NO 10/19/14
Forced Fumbles:.........................................1 (six times) Last at GB 12/28/14
IHEDIGBO’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Team
GS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR STT
2008NYJ
8
02020.000000006
2009NYJ
15
03212.01100001016
2010NYJ
14
09903.02100000113
2011NE16
12
6745220.000001002
2012Bal
16
3191271.070001006
2013Bal16
169962370.00 3 540 112 2 2
2014Det13
137159122.0104 860 8 3 1 0
Totals 98
44
270
189
818.0
497140
0216445
Postseason
2009NYJ
3
04220.000000108
2010NYJ
3
02110.000000001
2011NE3
3209111.0120000000
2012Bal
4
00000.000000001
2014Det
1
19721.090000000
Totals 14
43519162.0
2100001010
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
0
0
INACTIVE
9/14
at Car
0
0
INACTIVE
9/21
GB
0
0
INACTIVE
9/28at NYJ
1
15231.030000100
10/5BUF
1
16510.000000100
10/12
at Min
1
14310.53.50000000
10/19
NO1
18710.53.50000010
10/26
at Atl
1
17700.000000000
11/9MIA
1
16420.0017002000
11/16
at Ari
1
15500.000002000
11/23
at NE
1
19900.001502000
11/27
CHI
1
11100.001001000
12/7TB1
15410.0011101000
12/14
MIN
1
14310.000000000
12/21
at Chi
1
17700.000000000
12/28
at GB
1
14310.000000100
Totals 13
137159122.0104 860 8 3 1 0
Postseason
1/4at Dal
1
19721.090000000
Totals 1
19721.0
90000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
81 - CALVIN JOHNSON
Wide Receiver
Georgia Tech
Tyrone, Ga.
Year: 9
Ht: 6-5
Wt: 237
Born: 9/29/85
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pro Bowl: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
¾¾ 2009 Pro Bowl Alternate
¾¾ Voted by his teammates for the Bobby Layne Offensive MVP Award (2008-13).
¾¾ Associated Press All-Pro: First Team in 2011, 2012 and 2013; Second Team 2010.
¾¾ PFW/PFWA America All-NFL Team in 2011 and 2012
¾¾ Named NFC Offensive Player of the Month for November 2012 and October 2013.
¾¾ By a vote of fans across the country via a contest promoted by ESPN’s SportsNation, Johnson was voted to appear on
the cover of the EA Sports Madden NFL ‘13 video game.
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions to a new eight-year contract (through 2019) on March 14, 2012.
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the first round (2nd overall) of the 2007 NFL Draft.
FRANCHISE RECORDS
¾¾ 2014: With 146 receiving yards against Chicago (11/27/14), Johnson surpassed 10,000 career yards and became the
first player in Lions history with 10,000 yards. He accomplished this feat in 115 games and set a new NFL record for the
fewest games to record 10,000 receiving yards as he broke the previous mark of 116 games set by Torry Holt.
• Johnson caught touchdown passes of 25 and six yards in the team’s 34-17 win over Chicago on Thanksgiving (2014).
With two receiving touchdowns, Johnson set a new NFL record for the most receiving touchdowns on Thanksgiving by
breaking the previous high of seven by former Lions E Cloyce Box (7, 1949-50, 52-54) for the most receiving touchdowns
on Thanksgiving in NFL history. Johnson entered the game tied with Cowboys Hall of Fame WR Michael Irvin with six.
¾¾ 2013: With 43 yards vs. New York Giants (12/22/13), Johnson increased his season total to 1,492 yards and moved into
fourth place, surpassing WR Brett Perriman (1,488 in 1995), on the Lions single-season receiving yards list.
• He now holds three of the top-four totals in team history. Johnson already owns the highest (1,964 in 2012) and
third-highest (1,681 in 2011) in franchise history.
¾¾ With 52 receiving yards at Philadelphia (12/8/13), Johnson (9,184) broke the Lions franchise record for career receiving
yards, surpassing WR Herman Moore (9,174). Johnson broke the record in his 104th career game (88.3 yds/g) while
Moore accumulated his franchise record 9,174 yards in 145 games (63.3 yds/g).
¾¾ With one receiving touchdown vs. Green Bay (11/28/13), Johnson tallied 12 on the season, which marked the fourth
time in his career he has 12+ receiving touchdowns in a season.
¾¾ With two touchdowns at Chicago (11/10/13), Johnson recorded his 62nd and 63rd career touchdowns and set a new
Lions career receiving touchdowns record.
• He broke the record of 62 previously set by WR Herman Moore (1991-2001).
• Johnson registered 63 receiving touchdowns in 100 career games and Moore set the previous record of 62 in 137
career games.
¾¾ With Johnson catching two touchdown passes from QB Matthew Stafford at Chicago (11/10/13), they combined for 36
touchdown receptions, breaking the franchise record for the most QB-Receiver touchdown combinations in team history.
They broke the previous record of 35 set by QB Scott Mitchell and WR Herman Moore (1994-98).
¾¾ His 329-yard game in Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27/13) marked the first time in Johnson’s career he has registered 150+
yards in back-to-back games. He joins Lions E Cloyce Box (172 vs. Chicago Bears 12/7/52; 202 vs. Dallas 12/13/52) as
the only players in franchise history with back-to-back 150+-yard games.
• Not only did Johnson break the franchise record for receiving yards in a game vs. Dallas (10/27/13), he tied the singlegame record for receptions with 14 set by WR Herman Moore vs. Chicago December 4, 1995.
• Johnson now holds three of the team’s nine games with 12+ receptions, which also surpassed Moore and WR Brett
Perriman (2) for the most in team history.
¾¾ With 14 receptions vs. Dallas, it marked Johnson’s 10th career game with 10+ receptions, setting a new record for the
most games with 10+ receptions in team history (WR Herman Moore, 9; 1991-2001).
¾¾ Johnson’s 155-yard outing vs. Cincinnati (10/20/13) was his 35th career 100-yard game, which set a new Lions career
record for most 100-yard receiving games. Johnson broke the Lions franchise record previously held by WR Herman
Moore (34, 1991-2001).
¾¾ 2012: Johnson’s 122 receptions in 2012 made him the second player in team history to register 120 receptions in a
season. 122 receptions are second-most in Lions history (WR Herman Moore 123 in 1995).
¾¾ His five-straight games with 125+ receiving yards in 2012 tied an NFL record set by Lions WR Pat Studstill in 1966.
(Courtesy of Elias Sports Bureau).
¾¾ According to the Elias Sports Bureau, his streak of four games with 140+ yards in 2012 tied the longest streak in NFL
history by Lions E Cloyce Box (spanning 1952-53). Only player with four-straight games with 140+ yards in the same
season.
¾¾ Fastest player in team history to reach 5,000 career receiving yards (69 games) and 300 receptions (66 games).
¾¾ With 140 yards on Thanksgiving Day vs. Houston (11/22/12) in 2012, Johnson registered four-straight 100-yard games,
and collected three-straight 140+-yard games (207 at Min 11/11, 143 vs. GB 11/8 and 140 vs. Hou 11/11).
¾¾ Only player in team history with at least two seasons garnering 1,300 receiving yards and now has four (1,331 in 2008,
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1,681 in 2011, 1,964 in 2012, 1,492 in 2013).
¾¾ Only player in franchise history with 1,000 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns in two separate seasons, and now he has
done it four times (2008, 2010, 2011, 2013).
¾¾ Only player in team history with 10 touchdown receptions in at least three different seasons – 2008 (12), 2010 (12), 2011
(14) and 2013 (12). Second player in team history to record 10 touchdown receptions in back-to-back seasons (H. Moore)
¾¾ In 2010, Johnson was first Lions wide receiver to be named to the Pro Bowl (2011) since WR Roy Williams in 2007 and
he was the seventh Lions Pro Bowl receiver in team history. Became the first Lions offensive player to be elected to the
original Pro Bowl squad (non-alternate) since TE David Sloan in 2000 and first receiver since WR Herman Moore in 1998.
¾¾ In 2008, he led Detroit with 78 receptions for 1,331 yards (17.1 avg) and 12 touchdowns. Johnson finished the 2008
season with some of the top offensive statistics in the NFL: tied for first in touchdown receptions (12), fifth in receiving
yards (1,331), second in yards per catch among receivers with 60 receptions (17.1), tied for second in 20+-yard receptions
(21), tied for second in 40+-yard receptions (seven) and tied for first in 25+-yard touchdown catches (six).
NFL RECORDS AND NOTES
¾¾ 2014: With 119 career games, Johnson holds the NFL all-time record for receiving yards per game. His 39-yard effort
against the Packers (12/28) moved his career average to 87.4 (10,405 yards).
¾¾ With a 103-yard effort at Chicago (12/21/14), Johnson recorded his 44th-career 100-yard game, which is the secondmost by a player in his first eight seasons in NFL history. He finished just one 100-yard game behind WR Randy Moss
(45, 1998-2006) for the most by a player in his first eight seasons.
¾¾ 2013: After catching six passes for 98 yards against Baltimore (12/16/13), Johnson became the first player in NFL
history to register 5,000 receiving yards over a three-year span.
• By surpassing 1,400 yards in 2013, Johnson joined Hall of Fame WR Jerry Rice (1993-95) and WR Marvin Harrison
(1999-2002) as the only players in NFL history with three-consecutive seasons registering 1,400+ receiving yards.
• He is the sixth player in NFL history with three career seasons of 1,400+ receiving yards, including Rice (6), WR Larry
Fitzgerald (4), Harrison (4), WR Andre Johnson (3) and WR Randy Moss (3).
¾¾ With his 115 yards against Tampa Bay (11/24/13), Johnson tallied 861 yards over his past five games, setting a new
NFL record for receiving yards in five games. He broke the previous record of 822 yards set by Houston WR Charley
Hennigan in 1961.
¾¾ Johnson is the sixth player in NFL history to catch a pass in their first 100 games (Marshall Faulk, Marvin Harrison,
Keyshawn Johnson, Randy Moss and Jeremy Shockey).
¾¾ Johnson’s 329 yards vs. Dallas (10/27/13) are the most by a player in NFL history during a regulation game. In Flipper
Anderson’s NFL record 336-yard game, 40 yards occurred in overtime. Anderson finished regulation with 296 receiving
yards. By reaching 100 yards vs. Dallas, Johnson (329) became the third player in NFL history to collect 36 100-yard
receiving games in his first 100 games.
¾¾ On his first reception of the game at Washington (9/22/13), a 23-yarder in the first quarter, Johnson surpassed 8,000
career receiving yards. He became the fifth player in NFL history to reach 8,000 career receiving yards in fewer than 100
games. Johnson accomplished this feat in his 96th career game.
¾¾ Johnson became the third player in NFL history to register 500 career receptions and 8,000 receiving yards in fewer than
100 games. Johnson accomplished this feat in his 96th career game. He joins WR Randy Moss (93) and WR Torry Holt
(95) as the only players in NFL history with 500 receptions and 8,000 yards in fewer than 100 games.
¾¾ 2012: Produced one of the most historic seasons among receivers in NFL history during 2012 season. Finished the
season with 122 receptions for an NFL record 1,964 yards and five touchdowns.
• By establishing an NFL single-season record (1,964), he broke the mark set by WR Jerry Rice (1,848 in 1995) by
116 yards.
• His 122.8 yards per game average was the third-most in NFL history (minimum 12 games) and the most since WR
Charley Hennigan recorded a 124.7 yard per game average (14 games) in 1961.
¾¾ By gaining over 100 yards vs. Atlanta (12/22/12), he set an NFL record with his eighth-straight 100-yard receiving game.
He broke the previous record (7) by WR Charley Hennigan (1961) and WR Michael Irvin (1995).
¾¾ Johnson’s 11 receptions against Atlanta (12/22/12) was his fourth-straight game with 10+ receptions and he became
the first player in NFL history to register 10+ receptions in four-straight games.
¾¾ In 2012, he became the first player in NFL history with 1,900 receiving yards in a season, the second player to register
over 1,800 receiving yards and the fifth player to record over 1,700 yards in NFL history. Rice (1,848 in 1995) and Johnson
are the only players to record 1,800 receiving yards in a season, and Johnson joins Rice, WR Isaac Bruce (1,781 in 1995),
Hennigan (1,746 in 1961) and WR Marvin Harrison (1,722 in 2002) in the group of receivers to record 1,700 yards in a season.
¾¾ Johnson’s 122 receptions in 2012 made him the sixth player in NFL history (eight times) to register 120 receptions in a
season. 122 receptions are tied for fourth-highest single-season tally in NFL history.
¾¾ Ended 2012 averaging 16.02 yards per reception. He and WR Rod Smith are the only players in NFL history to register
100 receptions and a yard per receptions average over 16. Smith averaged 16.020 (100-1602), which was slightly higher
than Johnson (16.016; 122-1,964).
¾¾ In 2012, Johnson registered 11 100+-yard receiving games, tied for the most in NFL history for a single season (M.
Irvin, 1995).
¾¾ First player in NFL history to record two 200-yard games in two different seasons (2011, 2012).
¾¾ He has registered five 200+-yard receiving games, tied for the most in League history (L. Alworth).
¾¾ Sixth player in NFL history with 45 TD catches and 5,500 receiving yards through first five seasons (Jerry Rice, Randy
Moss, Lance Alworth, Marvin Harrison and Larry Fitzgerald).
PRO
One of the League’s elite receivers who possesses a unique blend of size, strength and speed. Ranks first in Lions history
in receiving yards (10,405), receiving touchdowns (74) and second in receptions (643).
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¾¾ Since entering the NFL in 2007, Johnson is first in receiving touchdowns (74), first in receiving yards (10,405) and first
in receptions of 25+ yards (93).
¾¾ Career rushing totals include: 19 attempts for 167 yards (8.8 avg) and one touchdown.
2014: Playing in only 13 games, Johnson earned a spot in his fifth-consecutive Pro Bowl after finishing the 2014 season
with 71 receptions for 1,077 yards and eight touchdowns. He became the first Lions receiver to reach 10,000 career receiving
yards and surpassed 1,000 yards in a season for the sixth time in his eight NFL seasons.
¾¾ Kicked off the 2014 season with fireworks as he stole the Monday Night Football stage with seven catches for 164
yards and two touchdowns in the Lions’ 35-14 win over the Giants (9/8). Johnson tied a franchise record by recording
a reception in his 107th-straight game, tying WR Herman Moore.
• His 164 yards also set a team record for the most receiving yards by a Lions receiver in the season opener, breaking
the previous high of 157 yards set by Moore at Minnesota (9/1/96).
¾¾ Caught six balls for 83 yards in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14), marking his 108th-consecutive game with a reception. He
broke WR Herman Moore’s franchise record of 107 games.
¾¾ Led all receivers with 82 yards on six receptions (13.7 avg) in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Hauled in two passes for 12 yards as he battled an ankle injury and was limited in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Grabbed one pass for seven yards in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Was inactive in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12) through Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Grabbed seven receptions for 113 yards and one touchdown in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9). With seven receptions, Johnson
moved his career total to 601 and became the second player in team history with 600 career receptions, joining WR
Herman Moore (670).
¾¾ Caught five passes for 59 yards in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Hauled in four passes for 58 yards in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ With 146 receiving yards in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27), Johnson surpassed 10,000 career yards and became the first
player in Lions history with 10,000 yards. Finished the game with 11 receptions for 146 yards and two touchdowns.
¾¾ Caught eight passes for 158 yards and had one touchdown reception (6 yards) vs. Tampa Bay (12/7). Johnson surpassed
150 yards in a game for the 14th time in his career, and tied WR Randy Moss and WR Isaac Bruce for the fifth-most
150-yard receiving games in NFL history.
¾¾ Caught four passes for 53 yards in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Made six receptions for 103 yards in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21) and now has the second most 100-yard games among
receivers in their first eight seasons with 44.
¾¾ Hauled in four passes for 39 yards and two touchdowns in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28). With 71 catches, Johnson
completed his sixth season with 70+ receptions, which set a franchise record for the most seasons with 70+ receptions
in team history.
¾¾ Recorded five receptions for 85 yards in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Voted team captain for the second-straight season and earned his fourth-straight nod to the Pro Bowl and thirdstraight AP All-Pro First Team selection. Johnson logged an impressive 84 receptions for 1,492 yards (17.8 avg) and 12
touchdowns in 2013. He finished tied for fourth in the NFL in receiving touchdowns (12) and third in receiving yards (1,492),
despite battling numerous injuries.
¾¾ Registered four receptions for 37 yards in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8) and had two touchdowns called back after official
review.
¾¾ Recorded six receptions for 116 yards and two touchdowns at Arizona in Week 2 (9/15).
¾¾ At Washington in Week 3 (9/22), recorded seven receptions for 115 yards and one touchdown.
¾¾ In Week 4 vs. Chicago (9/29) caught four passes for 44 yards and one touchdown.
¾¾ Inactive in Week 5 at Green Bay (10/6).
¾¾ Totaled 25 yards on three receptions in Week 6 at Cleveland (10/13).
¾¾ Caught nine passes for 155 yards and scored on touchdowns of 27 and 50 yards in Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20).
• In two meetings vs. Cincinnati, Johnson has gained 123 (12/6/09 at Cincinnati) and 155 yards (10/20/13).
¾¾ Set a franchise record with 329 receiving yards on a franchise-tying 14 receptions and had one touchdown in Week 8
vs. Dallas (10/27).
• His reception of 87 yards is the longest catch by a Lions player since October 17, 2010 at New York Giants (C.
Johnson, 87t).
• It marked the second time in Johnson’s career he recorded two catches of 50+ yards in a single game. At Houston
(10/19/08), Johnson had a 96-yard touchdown and a 58-yard reception.
• Caught six passes for 83 yards and two touchdowns in Week 10 at Chicago (11/10).
• His go-ahead touchdown with 2:22 left in the game helped give the Lions their first road win at Soldier Field since
a 16-7 win October 28, 2007.
¾¾ In Week 11 at Pittsburgh (11/17), caught six passes for 179 yards and two touchdowns, including touchdown receptions
of 79 and 19 yards.
• His 179 yards in the first half set a career high for the most receiving yards in either half of a game he has played.
His previous best was 173 vs. Dallas (10/27/13). His previous career high for the first half was 156 yards vs. Dallas
(10/27/13).
• With 179 yards at Pittsburgh (11/17), Johnson recorded a 100-yard game in nine of his past 10 games vs. AFC opponents, dating back to a 125-yard outing at Denver October 30, 2011.
¾¾ Recorded 115 yards on seven receptions in Week 12 vs. Tampa Bay (11/24).
¾¾ Caught six passes for 101 yards and one touchdown in the Lions’ 40-10 Thanksgiving win vs. Green Bay in Week 13 (11/28).
¾¾ Caught three passes for 52 yards in Week 14 at Philadelphia (12/8), breaking the Lions franchise record for career
receiving yards by surpassing Lions WR Herman Moore (9,174).
¾¾ Caught six passes for 98 yards in Week 15 vs. Baltimore (12/16).
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¾¾ Inactive in Week 17 at Minnesota (12/29). Registered four receptions for 37 yards in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8) and had
two touchdowns called back after official review.
¾¾ Recorded six receptions for 116 yards and two touchdowns at Arizona in Week 2 (9/15).
¾¾ At Washington in Week 3 (9/22), recorded seven receptions for 115 yards and one touchdown.
¾¾ In Week 4 vs. Chicago (9/29) caught four passes for 44 yards and one touchdown.
¾¾ Inactive in Week 5 at Green Bay (10/6).
¾¾ Totaled 25 yards on three receptions in Week 6 at Cleveland (10/13).
¾¾ Caught nine passes for 155 yards and scored on touchdowns of 27 and 50 yards in Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20).
• In two meetings vs. Cincinnati, Johnson has gained 123 (12/6/09 at Cincinnati) and 155 yards (10/20/13).
¾¾ Set a franchise record with 329 receiving yards on a franchise-tying 14 receptions and had one touchdown in Week 8
vs. Dallas (10/27).
• His reception of 87 yards is the longest catch by a Lions player since October 17, 2010 at New York Giants (C.
Johnson, 87t).
• It marked the second time in Johnson’s career he recorded two catches of 50+ yards in a single game. At Houston
(10/19/08), Johnson had a 96-yard touchdown and a 58-yard reception.
¾¾ Caught six passes for 83 yards and two touchdowns in Week 10 at Chicago (11/10).
• His go-ahead touchdown with 2:22 left in the game helped give the Lions their first road win at Soldier Field since
a 16-7 win October 28, 2007.
¾¾ In Week 11 at Pittsburgh (11/17), caught six passes for 179 yards and two touchdowns, including touchdown receptions
of 79 and 19 yards.
• His 179 yards in the first half set a career high for the most receiving yards in either half of a game he has played.
His previous best was 173 vs. Dallas (10/27/13). His previous career high for the first half was 156 yards vs. Dallas
(10/27/13).
• With 179 yards at Pittsburgh (11/17), Johnson recorded a 100-yard game in nine of his past 10 games vs. AFC opponents, dating back to a 125-yard outing at Denver October 30, 2011.
¾¾ Recorded 115 yards on seven receptions in Week 12 vs. Tampa Bay (11/24).
¾¾ Caught six passes for 101 yards and one touchdown in the Lions’ 40-10 Thanksgiving win vs. Green Bay in Week 13 (11/28).
¾¾ Caught three passes for 52 yards in Week 14 at Philadelphia (12/8), breaking the Lions franchise record for career
receiving yards by surpassing Lions WR Herman Moore (9,174).
¾¾ Caught six passes for 98 yards in Week 15 vs. Baltimore (12/16).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 17 at Minnesota (12/29).
COLLEGE
Johnson was a two-time All-American who claimed the 2006 Biletnikoff Award (nation’s top receiver) and 2006 ACC
Conference Player of the Year. He was named First Team All-ACC three-straight years (2004-06), and was the first player
in Georgia Tech history to earn that honor. He was also named ACC Rookie of the Year in 2004 and First-Team Freshman
All-America. In 38 games, he set school records with 2,927 yards receiving and 28 touchdown receptions. Caught 178 passes
to rank second in Georgia Tech history in career receptions.
¾¾ Joined quarterback Joe Hamilton as the only Yellow Jacket to be named ACC Player of the Year, and was just the second
junior (the other was Florida State’s Charlie Ward in 1992) in the last 25 years to win the ACC Player of the Year award.
¾¾ Also joins Hamilton, the 1999 Davey O’Brien Award winner, as the only Tech players to win a national award.
¾¾ As a senior, tied for second in the nation with a 15 touchdown catches, a Georgia Tech record, and only two players in
ACC history have caught more (Clarkston Hines, Duke with 17 in 1989 and Torry Holt, NC State with 16 in 1997). Caught
15 of Tech’s 25 touchdown passes.
¾¾ Career-best 168 yards receiving on nine receptions in win at N.C. State, including two touchdowns. Caught touchdowns
passes of 25 and 43 yards in the first quarter, then set up the clinching touchdown with a 33-yard reception down to
the 7-yard line late in the game.
¾¾ In 2005, First Team all-America by the American Football Coaches’ Association (AFCA), the 48th First Team all-America
in school history but first since offensive tackle Chris Brown in 2000. Also earned second-team all-America honors from
Associated Press and Walter Camp, as well as first-team accolades from Rivals.com. The first Tech receiver to earn
All-America recognition of any kind since Billy Martin in 1963.
¾¾ Unanimous first-team all-Atlantic Coast Conference selection, earning all-ACC honors for the second straight year.
¾¾ Semifinalist for the Biletnikoff Award as the nation’s top receiver as a sophomore.
¾¾ Named First Team all-ACC, just the second true freshman in school history, and the 11th in league history, to earn
first-team all-ACC honors. Becomes the sixth Tech player so honored.
¾¾ First Team Freshman All-America by The Sporting News and Rivals.com.
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PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL
Coached by Rodney Walker at Sandy Creek (Tyrone, Ga.) High School. One of Georgia Tech’s most highly publicized signees
in recent years. Rated among the nation’s top 10 wide receivers and top 100 players by virtually every recruiting analyst.
¾¾ First Team All-State selection (Class AAAA) by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and was Tabbed to the AJC’s
preseason Super 11.
¾¾ Tabbed the No. 4 wide receiver and No. 15 player in the nation by TheInsiders.com, and named to the Super Southern 100
by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the Rivals 100 by Rivals.com, TheInsiders.com Hot 100, the SuperPrep All-America
275 and the Prep Star Top 100 Dream Team.
¾¾ Caught 40 passes for 736 yards and eight touchdowns as a senior. Added 34 receptions for 646 yards and 10 scores as
a junior for two-year totals of 80 catches, 1,479 yards and 18 TDs.
¾¾ Majored in building construction at Georgia Tech.
¾¾ Full name is Calvin Johnson Jr. and was born September 25, 1985. Parents are Calvin and Arica Johnson.
JOHNSON’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Receptions:........................................................................... 14 vs. Dal 10/27/13
Receiving Yards:................................................................329 vs. Dal 10/27/13
Long Reception:.................................................................96t at Hou 10/19/08
Receiving Touchdowns:......................................................3 vs. Was 10/31/10
Rushing Attempts:............................................2 (twice) Last at SF 12/27/09
Rushing Yards:................................................ 32 (twice) Last at SF 12/27/09
Long Rush.............................................................................32t vs. TB 10/21/07
Rushing Touchdowns:............................................................1 vs. TB 10/21/07
JOHNSON’S CAREER STATISTICS
RECEIVINGRUSHING
Year TeamGS RecYdsAvgLg TD Att YdsAvgLg TD
2007Det15
104875615.8494 4 5213.032t1
2008Det16
16781331
17.196t123 -1-0.37 0
2009Det14
146798414.775t5 7 7310.4190
2010Det15
15771120
14.587t124 328.0150
2011Det16
16961681
17.573t161 1111.0110
2012Det
16
16
122
1964
16.1
535000.0--0
2013Det14
14841492
17.887120 0 0.0-- 0
2014Det
13
13
711077
15.2
678000.000
Totals 119
114643 10405
16.296t 74 19 167 8.8 32t 1
PostseasonRECEIVINGRUSHING
Year TeamGS RecYdsAvgLg TD Att YdsAvgLg TD
2011Det
1
112211
17.6
422000.0-0
2014Det
1
158517.0
280000.000
Totals 2
217296
17.4
422000.0
00
2014 (DET)
RECEIVINGRUSHING
Date OppGS RecYdsAvgLg TD Att YdsAvgLg TD
9/8NYG
1
17164
23.4
672000.000
9/14at Car
1
168313.8
250000.000
9/21GB1
168213.7
260000.000
9/28at NYJ
1
12126.060000.000
10/5BUF
1
1177.070000.000
10/19NO 00 INACTIVE
11/9MIA
1
17113
16.1
49t
1000.000
11/16
at Ari
1
155911.8
150000.000
11/23
at NE
1
145814.5
220000.000
11/27
CHI
1
111146
13.3
252000.000
12/7TB1
18158
19.8
531000.000
12/14
MIN
1
145313.3
230000.000
12/21
at Chi
1
16103
17.2
260000.000
12/28
at GB
1
14399.820t
2000.000
Totals 13
13
711077
15.2
678000.0
00
PostseasonRECEIVINGRUSHING
Date OppGS RecYdsAvgLg TD Att YdsAvgLg TD
1/4at Dal
1
158517.0
280000.000
Totals 1
158517.0
280000.0
00
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PLAYER PROFILES
91 - JASON JONES
Defensive End
Eastern Michigan
Southfield, Mich.
Year: 8
Ht: 6-5
Wt: 275
Born: 5/23/1986
Draft: ’08, R2 (54)-TenAcquired: UFA-Sea ’13
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured (knee) on September 23, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a three-year deal on March 13, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Seattle Seahawks as an unrestricted free agent on March 17, 2012.
¾¾ Drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the second round (54th overall) of the 2008 NFL Draft.
PRO
Physical presence up front and native of Southfield, Mich. who possesses the ability to play on the inside and outside of
the defensive line. Enters his third season in Detroit after previous stints in Seattle and Tennessee.
2014: After suffering a knee injury early in the 2013 season, Jones responded with immediate success in his second season
with the Lions, finishing the 2014 season with 22 tackles (14 solo), five sacks (33.5 yards), three pass defenses and two
forced fumbles.
¾¾ Started at defensive end in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8) and helped anchor the Lions’ stout front four that held
the Giants to just 197 yards of total offense.
¾¾ Got to the quarterback multiple times and had 0.5 sacks, along with one tackle in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Collected two tackles, one of which was for a loss, in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Made one tackle and had one quarterback hit in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Hurried the quarterback three times and had one pass defense in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Had three total tackles, including 0.5 sacks in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Recorded one pass defense in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Collected three tackles, including one sack for five yards and forced a fumble in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Had an assisted tackle and one quarterback hurry in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9).
¾¾ Hurried the quarterback once and helped the Lions’ defense hold the Cardinals to 46 rushing yards in Week 11 at
Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Collected one quarterback hurry in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Had one solo tackle, including his third sack of the season, and one pass defense in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Started at defensive end in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7) and helped anchor the Lions’ front four that held the Buccaneers
to just 26 rushing yards.
¾¾ Picked up four total tackles, including one sack and a forced fumble in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14). Also had his
second-career field goal block.
¾¾ Registered three tackles (one for loss), a sack and a quarterback hit in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Recorded three tackles in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Started in three games prior to being placed on Reserved/Injured for the 2013 season.
¾¾ Started his first game as a Detroit Lion in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8).
COLLEGE
In 45 games for Eastern Michigan, Jones started 33 games on defense and three times on offense. He collected 175 tackles
with 14 sacks and ranked second in school history with 50 tackles for loss.
¾¾ As a senior in 2007, he received Third Team All-American and First Team All-MAC honors and played in all 12 games
with 11 starts.
¾¾ Finished fourth on the team with 70 tackles in 2007 and tied for seventh in the NCAA with a career-high 19.5 tackles for loss.
PERSONAL
Attended Lathrup (Southfield, Mich.) High School and enjoyed an outstanding prep career as a football and basketball player.
¾¾ Named First Team All-Oakland Athletic Association as a senior, recording 27 tackles, six sacks, four forced fumbles
and seven interceptions, three of which were returned for touchdowns. Also caught 25 passes for 395 yards and eight
touchdowns as a receiver.
¾¾ Named by the Detroit News as the 44th-best player on the Blue Chip list in the state of Michigan.
JONES’ SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:.........................................................5 (3 times) Last vs. Ind 10/30/11
Sacks:.................................................................................... 3.5 vs. Pit 12/21/08
Forced Fumbles:......................................................................3 vs. Pit 12/21/08
Fumble Recoveries:..............................................................1 at Chi 12/2/2012
Pass Defenses.................................................... 2 (3 times) Last at Ari 9/9/12
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PLAYER PROFILES
JONES’ CAREER STATISTICS
2008Ten
13
3312475.031.5
000230000
2009Ten
7
015964.029000500400
2010Ten
15
15
383353.528000330000
2011Ten
14
13
271893.021000510000
2012Sea
12
010733.015000401000
2013Det
3
31100.00000100000
2014Det
16
16
221485.033.5
000320000
Totals 80
50
144
106
3823.5
158
0002391400
Postseason
2008Ten
1
02110.00000000000
2014Det
1
13300.00000000000
Totals 2
15410.0
0000000000
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
1
10000.00000000000
9/14at Car
1
11010.51000000000
9/21GB1
12110.00000000000
9/28at NYJ
1
11100.00000000000
10/5BUF
1
11010.00000100000
10/12
at Min
1
13210.52.5000000000
10/19
NO1
10000.00000100000
10/26
at Atl
1
13301.05000010000
11/9MIA
1
11010.00000000000
11/16
at Ari
1
10000.00000000000
11/23
at NE
1
10000.00000000000
11/27
CHI
1
11101.08000100000
12/7TB1
10000.00000000000
12/14
MIN
1
14221.010000010000
12/21
at Chi
1
12200.00000000000
12/28
at GB
1
13211.07000000000
Totals 16
16
221485.0
33.5
000320000
Postseason
1/4at Dal
1
13300.00000000000
Totals 1
13300.0
0000000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
13 - TJ JONES
Wide Receiver
Notre Dame
Roswell, Ga.
Year: 2
Ht: 6-0
Wt: 190
Born: 7/19/92
Draft: ’14, R6 (189)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform on August 23, 2014.
PRO
Jones entered his first NFL season as the second Fighting Irish alumni to join the Lions in 2014 alongside free agent WR
Golden Tate. Detroit’s sixth-round pick (189th overall) in the 2014 NFL Draft.
2014: Spent the 2014 season on Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform.
COLLEGE
Left Notre Dame ranking in the top 10 in multiple school receiving categories including single-season 100-yard games
(fourth), single-season receiving yards (seventh), single-season receptions (seventh), single-season receiving touchdowns
(tied for ninth), career receptions (second), career receiving yards (sixth), career receiving touchdowns (tied for sixth) and
career 100-yard games (tied for ninth).
2013: Ended his collegiate career as one of six wide receivers in school history with at least 150 receptions, 2,000 receiving
yards and 15 touchdowns. Played in all 13 games (seven starts) and led the Irish with 70 catches, 1,108 receiving yards
and nine touchdowns. Jones became just the seventh different Notre Dame receiver to break the 1,000-yard mark for a
single season, and his five 100-yard games tied for fourth-best in a single season all-time. Also had nine carries for 67
yards and two touchdowns.
¾¾ Had a string of seven consecutive games with a touchdown reception during the season, one shy of the school record.
Also led the team in receptions nine times.
¾¾ Invited to participate in the East-West Shrine Game, but was unable to play due to injury.
¾¾ Broke the 1,000-yard mark for the season at Stanford (11/30) on a six-catch, 56-yard performance.
¾¾ Finished the season with five receptions for 66 yards, as well as a nine-yard touchdown run in Notre Dame’s win over
Rutgers in the New Era Pinstripe Bowl (12/28).
PERSONAL
Rated as the 10th-best (68th overall) wide receiver in the ESPNU 150 list coming out of Gainesville (Ga.) High School,
where he finished his senior season with 76 receptions for 1,399 yards and 18 touchdowns. Named first team all-state
by Georgia Sports Writers Association following his senior season in 2009, and was selected to play in the Under Armour
All-America Game in St. Petersburg, Fla.
¾¾ Helped Gainesville to a Georgia State Championship in 2009 for the first time since 1982.
¾¾ Father, Andre Jones, was a defensive end at Notre Dame from 1987-91 and played on the 1988 Notre Dame national
championship team. Also played six games for the Lions as a rookie in 1992.
• Godfather is former Notre Dame standout Raghib “Rocket” Ismail.
¾¾ Originally born in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
JONES’ COLLEGE STATISTICS
RECEIVINGRUSHING
Year G SRecYdsAvgLg TD Att YdsAvgLg TD
2010127
23
306
13.3
53300--0
20111312
38
366
9.626300--0
20121311
50
649
13.0
344188.080
2013137701108
15.8809 9 677.4352
Totals
5137
181
2429
13.4
801910757.5352
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PLAYER PROFILES
24 - NEVIN LAWSON
Cornerback
Utah State
Lauderhill, Fla.
Year: 2
Ht: 5-9
Wt: 191
Born: 4/23/91
Draft: ’14, R4 (133)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured on September 16, 2014.
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the fourth round (133rd overall) of the 2014 NFL Draft.
PRO
A speedy and tenacious corner, Lawson joined a blossoming crop of young Lions defensive backs in 2014 after coming to
Detroit as the team’s fourth-round (133rd overall) draft pick following a successful four-year career at Utah State.
2014: Began the 2014 season in a backup cornerback role and had one solo tackle vs. New York Giants (9/8), filling in for
injured CB Bill Bentley.
¾¾ Played in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14) in a backup corner role but left the game with a foot injury in the third quarter.
¾¾ Was placed on Reserve/Injured with a foot injury on September 16.
COLLEGE
2013: Concluded his career at Utah State by playing in all 14 games (13 starts) and earning his first-career First Team
All-Mountain West selection. His 57 tackles (33 solo), four interceptions (65 yards) and 13 pass defenses earned him the
Mountain West Defensive Player of the Week award twice against Boise State (10/12) and UNLV (11/9).
¾¾ Finished the year ranked first on the team in pass defenses (13), and his 13 pass breakups and four interceptions ranked
first and second on the team, respectively.
¾¾ Picked off a career-high two passes in the game against Boise State, returning one 65 yards for his first-career touchdown,
while adding a career-high five pass defenses and nine tackles.
¾¾ Forced a fumble against Fresno State in the Mountain West Championship game.
2012: As a junior, earned Second Team All-WAC honors after starting in all 13 games for the Aggies and finishing the season
with 63 tackles (47 solo), two sacks (17 yards) and 10 pass defenses.
¾¾ Recorded his first two sacks of his career at San Jose State (10/13) as Utah State went on to set a single-game school
record with 13 sacks in the contest.
¾¾ Had five or more tackles in nine games during the season, including a season-high eight at San Jose State.
PERSONAL
A two-year starter at both cornerback and running back at Piper (Fla.) High School, Lawson was named Second Team
All-Broward County in his final prep season. As a senior, posted 68 tackles and three interceptions on defense, as well as
41 carries for 526 yards and eight touchdowns on offense. Also had two punt returns for touchdowns on special teams.
¾¾ Named team MVP as a senior and was selected to the Broward County North-South All-Star Game, where he recorded
eight tackles and did not allow a pass reception.
¾¾ Also lettered in track as a sprinter in high school.
¾¾ Graduated from Utah State with a degree in interdisciplinary studies, emphasizing in health and wellness.
¾¾ Son of Clive and Jennifer Lawson.
LAWSON’S CAREER STATISTICS
2014Det
2
01100.00000000000
Totals 2
01100.0
0000000000
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
1
01100.00000000000
9/14at Car
1
00000.00000000000
9/21
GB
0
0
RESERVE/INJURED
9/28
at NYJ
0
0
RESERVE/INJURED
10/5 BUF00 RESERVE/INJURED
10/12 at Min 0 0 RESERVE/INJURED
10/19NO 00 RESERVE/INJURED
10/26 at Atl 0 0 RESERVE/INJURED
11/9 MIA00 RESERVE/INJURED
11/16 at Ari 0 0 RESERVE/INJURED
11/23 at NE 0 0 RESERVE/INJURED
11/27CHI 00 RESERVE/INJURED
12/7 TB 00 RESERVE/INJURED
Totals 2
01100.0
0000000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
54 - DEANDRE LEVY
Linebacker
Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisc.
Year: 7
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 234
Born: 3/26/87
Draft: ’09, R3a (76)-Det
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: lev-EE
¾¾ PRO BOWL: 2015 Alternate
¾¾ Voted by his teammates for the Lem Barney Defensive MVP in 2013.
¾¾ Associated Press All-Pro: Second Team 2014.
¾¾ Named NFC Defensive Player of the Month for September in 2014.
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a three-year contract on March 6, 2013.
¾¾ Signed restricted free agent tender with the Lions on April 16, 2012.
PRO
Tough, veteran linebacker whose speed and physical play is an asset for the Lions’ defense. Has started at both middle
and outside linebacker and possesses a knack for generating turnovers as he enters his seventh season with the Lions.
¾¾ With 10 tackles (eight solo) at Green Bay (12/28/14) in the 2014 season finale, Levy recorded 10+ tackles in his 11th
game this season. Levy and LB Chris Spielman (13, 1994) are the only linebackers for the Lions since 1994 to register
10+ tackles in at least 10 games during a season (according to Stats, LLC). Levy registered 10+ tackles in 11 of the
Lions’ 16 games this season, which was also the most in the NFL in 2014.
¾¾ With an interception vs. Green Bay (11/28/13), Levy became the third Lions linebacker in team history to record six
interceptions in a season and first since Hall of Fame LB Joe Schmidt in 1958.
• He joined Hall of Fame C-LB Alex Wojciechowicz (1944) and Schmidt as the only linebackers to record six picks in
a season.
• Levy now has 12 career interceptions and is the seventh Lions linebacker in team history with 11+ interceptions.
• Voted by his teammates for the Chuck Hughes Most Improved Player Award in 2009.
¾¾ Awarded NFC Defensive Player of the Month for September during the 2014 season.
2014: Followed up on his record 2013 season by finishing his sixth season in Detroit with a career-high 151 total tackles
(117 solo), 2.5 sacks (18 yards), one interception (13 yards), five pass defenses and his first-career safety.
¾¾ Started the season right where he left off, recording 10 tackles (nine solo) and one interception in Week 1 vs. New York
Giants (9/8).
¾¾ Recorded seven tackles including one tackle for loss in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Had 10 tackles (nine solo), which included his first-career safety, and two pass defenses in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Contributed a team-tying high of 11 tackles (seven solo) and one tackle for loss in the Lions’ 24-17 win at New York
Jets (9/28) in Week 4.
¾¾ Registered a team-high 13 tackles, including one for loss, in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5). His 13-tackle performance marked
his third-consecutive game with 10+ tackles.
¾¾ Recorded seven tackles in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12), which led the team for the fifth time out of six games to start
the season.
¾¾ Recorded 11 tackles (eight solo) and reached 10+ tackles this season for the fifth time. Also contributed two tackles
for loss.
¾¾ Had seven tackles, including one for loss in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Led the team in tackles with 11 (nine solo) in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/09). Levy now has six games this season with 10
or more tackles.
¾¾ Registered a team-high 10 tackles in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Recorded a team-high 10 tackles in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Led the team in tackles with 10 in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Registered five tackles and a career-high two sacks in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/07).
¾¾ Posted a team-high 11 tackles (one for loss) in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Recorded eight tackles (one for loss) in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
¾¾ Registered a team-high 11 tackles in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Posted four tackles in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Finished second on the team in tackles with a career-high 118 (85 solo). His six interceptions (76 yards; 1 TD) were
tied for second-most in the League, and he also posted a career-high 16 pass defenses. Levy became the third Lions
linebacker in team history to record six interceptions in a season and first since Hall of Fame LB Joe Schmidt in 1958.
¾¾ Led the team in tackles with seven (four solo), including one tackle for loss, while also recording one quarterback hit,
one interception and one pass defense in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8). His interception was returned for a touchdown,
but was called back due to a penalty on the return.
¾¾ Tied for third on the team in tackles with five (all solo) and also posted a pass defense and his second consecutive
interception, picking off QB Carson Palmer, that he returned 66 yards for his second career touchdown in Week 2 at
Arizona (9/15).
¾¾ Led the team in tackles with a career-high 14 (11 solo), including three tackles for loss and had one pass defense in
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
Week 5 at Green Bay (10/6).
¾¾ Intercepted two passes, led the team in tackles with eight (seven solo) and posted two pass defenses in Week 6 at
Cleveland (10/13). With two interceptions, Levy became the first Lions linebacker to intercept two passes in a game
since LB Mike Johnson grabbed two at Houston December 10, 1995.
¾¾ Finished second on the team in tackles with eight (seven solo) and posted one pass defense in Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20).
¾¾ Registered five tackles (three solo), including one tackle for loss in Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27).
¾¾ Finished second on the team in tackles with five (three solo), including one tackle for loss in Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27),
giving him over 400 tackles for his career (402).
¾¾ In Week 10 at Chicago (11/10) intercepted a pass for the fifth time this season, and he became the fifth Lions linebacker
in team history to record five interceptions in a season and first since LB Jimmy Williams in 1989. Also had six tackles
(five solo) and a pass defense.
¾¾ Levy’s interception was the 10th of his career, and he became the seventh linebacker in team history to record 10
career interceptions.
¾¾ Led the team in tackles with 12 (eight solo), including two tackles for loss, and posted two pass defenses in Week 11
at Pittsburgh (11/17).
¾¾ Finished second on the team in tackles with nine (six solo) and had one pass defense in Week 12 vs. Tampa Bay (11/24).
¾¾ Posted four tackles (one solo), one interception and two pass defenses in Week 13 vs. Green Bay (11/28).
• With an interception vs. Green Bay (11/28), Levy became the third Lions linebacker in team history to record six
interceptions in a season and first since Hall of Fame LB Joe Schmidt in 1958. He joined Hall of Fame C-LB Alex
Wojciechowicz (1944) and Schmidt as the only linebackers to record six picks in a season. Also posted five tackles
(one solo) and two pass defenses.
¾¾ Had five tackles (three solo) in Week 14 at Philadelphia (12/8).
¾¾ Recorded five tackles (four solo) and two quarterback hits in Week 15 vs. Baltimore (12/16).
COLLEGE
The defense’s sparkplug from the strong-side linebacker position at Wisconsin, Levy provided the Badgers with a quality
blitzer and the quickness to easily cover receivers on deep routes. As a senior in 2008, Levy started in all 13 games at strong
side linebacker and ranked second on the team with 73 tackles (28 solo) and five sacks for minus 41 yards.
¾¾ In 21 of his last 39 games, he registered at least one tackle behind the line of scrimmage or a sack.
¾¾ Creating turnovers became his specialty as he blocked one kick, intercepted two passes, caused six fumbles and registered
six fumble recoveries during his time in the starting lineup.
¾¾ Levy closed out his career with 211 tackles (116 solo), 15.0 sacks for minus 105 yards, 28.0 stops for losses totaling
155 yards and 10 QB pressures. Also caused six fumbles and recovered six others, returning one 45 yards, deflected
seven passes, intercepted two others and blocked a kick.
¾¾ Started all 13 games at strong-side linebacker in 2008 and ranked second on the team with 73 tackles (28 solos),
collecting five sacks for minus 41 yards, 9.5 stops for losses of 51 yards and one quarterback pressure. All-Big Ten
Conference honorable mention by the league’s coaches and media. Recipient of the Tom Wiesner Award, given to a
senior football player who most exemplifies the leadership and courage that Tom Wiesner displayed throughout his life.
PERSONAL
Attended Vincent (Milwaukee, Wisc.) High School, playing football for head coach Elliot Lightfoot.
¾¾ Midwest Top 100 selection by Super Prep during his senior year.
¾¾ Served as team captain in each of his last three seasons, twice earning squad Most Valuable Player honors.
¾¾ In his final season, the linebacker recorded 84 tackles, including 21 stops behind the line of scrimmage, along with five
quarterback sacks and four forced fumbles. Also saw action on offense that year, catching 12 passes for 260 yards and
three touchdowns.
LEVY’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:......................................................................................14 at GB 10/6/13
Sacks:..........................................................................................2 vs. TB 12/7/14
Interceptions:........................................................................... 2 at Cle 10/13/13
Interception Return Yards:.....................................................66 at Ari 9/15/13
Pass Defenses:....................................... 2 (four times) Last vs. GB 11/28/13
Fumbles Forced:.............................................1 (twice) Last vs. Min 12/11/11
Fumble Recoveries:.................................. 1 (five times) Last at Ten 9/23/12
Special Teams Tackles:............................................................2 at NO 9/13/09
Safeties:......................................................................................1 vs. GB 9/21/14
LEVY’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR YdsTD
2009Det
16
10
7955240.0015051200
2010Det
11
11
7250220.00241140200
2011Det
16
16
107
72351.01517011000
2012Det
14
13
8156250.001-1030100
2013Det
16
16
118
85330.006761150000
2014Det
16
16
151
117
342.518113040000
Totals 89
82
608
435
173
3.5
3312141
2322500
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
Postseason
2011Det
1
11100.00000000001
2014Det
1
14310.00000000000
Totals 2
25410.0
0000000001
2014 (DET) Date OppGS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR YdsTD
9/8NYG
1
110910.00113010000
9/14at Car
1
17340.0000000000
9/21GB1
110910.0000010000
9/28at NYJ
1
111470.0000000000
10/5BUF
1
1131120.0000000000
10/12
at Min
1
16420.5500000000
10/19
NO1
111830.0000000000
10/26
at Atl
1
17700.0000000000
11/9MIA
1
111920.0000010000
11/16
at Ari
1
110820.0000000000
11/23
at NE
1
110910.0000000000
11/27
CHI
1
1101000.0000010000
12/7TB1
15412.01300000000
12/14
MIN
1
111830.0000000000
12/21
at Chi
1
18620.0000000000
12/28
at GB
1
111830.0000000000
Totals 16
16
151
117
342.5
18113040000
Postseason
Date OppGS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR YdsTD
1/4at Dal
1
14310.0000000000
Totals 1
14310.0
000000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
50 - TRAVIS LEWIS
Linebacker
Oklahoma San Antonio, Texas
Year: 4
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 235
Born: 1/15/88
Draft: ’12, R7 (223)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured on October 18, 2014.
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Suspended for four games on December 3, 2013.
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the seventh round (223rd overall) of the 2012 NFL Draft.
PRO
Fourth-year linebacker who possesses the ability to navigate to the ball and great cover skills on special teams.
2014: Core member of Lions special teams unit who battled through injuries in his third season in Detroit.
¾¾ Had one special teams tackle in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 3 through Week 7 before being placed on Reserve/Injured on October 18 with a quad injury.
2013: Saw action exclusively on special teams, finishing the season with six special teams tackles.
¾¾ Saw action on special teams in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8) and Week 2 at Arizona (9/15).
¾¾ Assisted on two special teams tackle in Week 3 at Washington (9/22).
¾¾ Recorded two special teams tackles in Week 4 vs. Chicago (9/29).
¾¾ Saw action on special teams in Week 5 at Green Bay (10/6), Week 6 at Cleveland (10/13) and Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20).
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Suspended list on December 3 due to a four-game suspension.
COLLEGE
A four-year starter for the Sooners, Lewis became the first player in Oklahoma history to lead the team in tackles fourstraight seasons. Had 53 career starts, the most ever by an OU linebacker. Finished his tenure at Oklahoma with 446 career
tackles, the third-best total in OU history. Academic All-Big 12 First Team.
2011: Tied as OU’s leading tackler on the season with 84 total tackles and was named Second Team All-Big 12 by AP
and coaches.
¾¾ Currently ranks third on the Big 12’s career tackles chart.
¾¾ Led the team with nine tackles at Kansas, and hit double digits in tackles for the first time during the season with 11
stops against Texas Tech.
PERSONAL
Attended Robert E. Lee High School in San Antonio where he played linebacker and running back under coach Jimmy
Ramos. Lewis rushed for 1,436 yards on 222 carries with nine touchdowns as a senior, and also caught 10 passes for 108
yards and a touchdown.
¾¾ After being named all-area and all-metro as a senior, Lewis was invited to the U.S. Army All-American game. He was
also invited to the Army Combine and Nike Camp.
¾¾ No. 20 outside linebacker (Rivals.com) in high school.
¾¾ No. 10 MLB prospect in the nation (Scout.com) in high school.
LEWIS’ CAREER STATISTICS
2012Det
13
01100.00000000003
2013Det
12
00000.00000000006
2014Det
2
00000.00000000002
Totals 27
01100.0
00000000011
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
1
00000.00000000001
9/14at Car
1
00000.00000000001
9/21
GB
0
0
INACTIVE
9/28
at NYJ
0
0
INACTIVE
10/5 BUF00 INACTIVE
Totals 2
00000.0
0000000002
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
77 - CORNELIUS LUCAS
Tackle
Kansas State
New Orleans, La.
Year: 2
Ht: 6-9
Wt: 328
Born: 7/18/91
Draft: FA-Det ‘14
TRANSACTIONS
PRO
Six-foot nine offensive tackle with unrivaled length who joined S Jerome Couplin as the only other undrafted rookie free
agents to make the Lions’ opening-day 53-man roster in 2014.
2014: Started 2014 rookie campaign in a reserve role in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14) and saw action in 15 games on the
season. Shared most of his time with T Garrett Reynolds in the right tackle rotation.
¾¾ Saw action in a reserved role in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Part of offensive line effort that gained 28 first downs in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27). Earned his first-career NFL start
at left tackle, replacing injured T Riley Reiff.
¾¾ Stepped in as a back-up tackle when T LaAdrian Waddle went down with a leg injury in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Filled in as the starting RT and helped protect QB Matthew Stafford as he threw for 243 yards in Week 16 at Chicago
(12/21).
¾¾ Contributed to an offensive line unit that was able to help the Lions gain 111 yards rushing in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Started his first playoff game in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
COLLEGE
A two-time All-Big 12 performer for the Wildcats, Lucas started 26 games at left tackle for Kansas State.
2013: Started all 13 games as a senior, including the Wildcats’ bowl game vs. Michigan (12/28). Named to the Outland
Trophy watch list in his final year.
2012: Took over the starting duties (13 games) at left tackle and helped Kansas State capture the 2012 Big 12 title as he
earned First Team All-Big 12 honors from the league’s coaches and second team accolades from the Associated Press and
Phil Steele for the first time in his career.
2010-11: Appeared in 12 games as a reserve offensive lineman as a freshman and sophomore.
PERSONAL
Started three years at Edna Karr (La.) High School where he helped the Cougars clinch consecutive district championships
in 2007 and 2008. Earned first team all-district honors and was named the Outstanding Offensive Lineman of the Year.
¾¾ Majored in marketing at Kansas State.
¾¾ Son of the late Cornelius Lucas III and Priscilla Jones.
LUCAS’ CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS
2014 Det 153
Totals 153
Postseason
Year Tm GS
2014 Det 11
Totals 1 1
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
6 - SAM MARTIN
Punter
Appalachian State
Fayetteville, Ga.
Year: 3
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 211
Born: 2/27/90
Draft: ’13, R5 (137)-Det
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Named NFC Special Teams Player of the Week for Week 3 of 2013.
TRANSACTIONS
PRO
Third-year punter who took over the Lions’ punting, holding and kickoff duties in 2013, and has established himself as one
of the best young legs in the NFL.
¾¾ With a 71-yard punt in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7/14), Martin became the first Lions punter in team history to register
two 70+-yard punts in his career. He recorded a 72-yard punt at Washington (9/22/13) in 2013.
¾¾ Martin showed his versatility in Week 10 vs. the Dolphins (11/9/14) as he completed two passes out of punt formation,
one of which went for 24 yards to FB Jed Collins for a first down. Over the last 10 seasons, only one other NFL player
has had two pass completions and two punts in the same game (Rams P Johnny Hekker in 2012). The last Lions player
to do so was Earl Morrall, Detroit’s starting quarterback in 1963 who assumed punting duties at midseason after Yale
Lary was injured. (courtesy Elias Sports Bureau).
¾¾ Martin finished the 2013 season with a net punting average of 40.40 and broke the franchise record (official statistic
since 1967) for net punting average. He is the first punter in franchise history to finish the season with a 40+-yard net
punting average. Martin surpassed the previous record held by P Jim Arnold (39.63) in 1987.
• He became the second rookie punter to finish the season with a 40+-yard net punting average. His 40.40 net punting
average is the second-highest in League history among rookies (since net punting became official in 1976) behind
only Jacksonville P Bryan Anger (40.85) in 2012.
• He also recorded the second highest (gross) punting average by a rookie (minimum 20 punts) in NFL history. His 47.21
ranks behind Anger’s 47.84 that he accumulated in 2012.
¾¾ Martin tallied a (gross) punting average of 47.21 on the season (72 punts for 3,399 yards). Martin has the third highest
single-season punting average in team history and he is the first Lions punter in 50 years (Hall of Fame P/S Yale Lary
48.94 in 1963) to finish the season with a 47+-yard punting average. His 2013 output trails only Yale Lary’s 1963 total,
which is a team single-season record, and Lary’s 48.44 average in 1961.
¾¾ Martin broke the team’s rookie record for punting average (47.2) by surpassing P/RB Bob Cifer’s 45.6 average in 1946.
¾¾ At Cleveland (10/13/13), Martin became the first Lions punter to record 5+ punts, 47.0+ net average, 3+ inside the 20
and 0 touchbacks in a game since net punting became an official statistic in 1976.
¾¾ Martin earned NFC Special Teams Player of the Week for his performance at Washington (9/22/13), where he recorded
six punts for 351 yards (52.5 average) and finished with a net punting average of 40.7. He is the first Lions punter to
win the award since Jim Arnold in 1993.
• Among Martin’s punts was a 72-yarder. It was the longest punt recorded by the Lions since P Tom Skladany had a
74-yard punt vs. Oakland September 27, 1981.
• The 72-yard punt by Martin was the second-longest in team history by a rookie, and the longest since P Bob Cifers
nailed a 73-yard punt as a rookie vs. Green Bay November 17, 1946.
• Martin’s average of 52.5 was the highest single-game average by a Lions punter with at least six punts since P Pat
Studstill recorded a 53.0 average on seven punts vs. Chicago September 11, 1966. It is the second-highest punting
average with a minimum of six punts in a game since 1960.
¾¾ With a 50.2 net punting average at Arizona (9/15/13), Martin set a new franchise record for net punting average in a
game (official statistic since 1976) with a minimum of five punts.
• Martin became the first rookie punter in the NFL to record a 50.0+ net punting average with a minimum of five punts
since New England P Shawn McCarthy had a 51.6 net punting average (five punts) at Buffalo 11/3/91.
2014: Returned for his second season as the Lions’ leg on special teams, booming 68 punts for 3,318 yards (41.6 avg) and
a net average of 40.1. Also landed 29 punts inside the 20-yard line and posted a long of 71 yards.
¾¾ Started the 2014 season with a gross punting average of (54.5) with a long of 57, which ranked fifth in the NFC, in Week
1 vs. New York Giants (9/8).
¾¾ Recorded five punts for 233 yards (46.6 avg) in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Recorded two punts for 104 yards (52.0 avg) with a long of 55 in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Nailed six punts for 306 yards (51.0 avg) with a long of 55 in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Registered seven punts for 330 yards (47.1 avg) with a long of 60 in Week 4 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Punted seven times for 341 yards (48.7 avg) with a long of 63 and two landing inside the 20-yard line in Week 6 at
Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Recorded five punts for 213 yards (42.6 avg) with four landing inside the 20-yard line in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Punted three times for 124 yards (34.7 avg) with two landing inside the 20-yard line in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Registered three punts for 137 yards (45.7 avg) with one landing inside the 20-yard line while also going 2-for-2 for 27
yards passing the ball in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9).
¾¾ Punted six times for 249 yards (41.5 avg) with three landing inside the 20-yard line in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Registered five punts for 231 yards (46.2 avg) with two landing inside the 20-yard line Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Punted three times for 153 yards (51.0 avg) with one landing inside the 20-yard line in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
¾¾ Registered three punts for 155 yards (51.7 avg) with one landing inside the 20-yard line in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
¾¾ Punted six times for 266 yards (44.3 avg) with two landing inside the 20-yard line in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Nailed four punts for 152 yards (38.0 avg) with one landing inside the 20-yard line in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Punted four times for 142 yards (35.5 avg) with one landing inside the 20-yard line in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas
(1/4).
2013: Finished the season ranked sixth in the NFL (third in NFC) in gross punting average (47.2), 10th (seventh in NFC) in
net punting average (40.4) and tied for 10th with 32 punts of 50+ yards. His 40.40 net punting average broke the franchise
record (official statistic since 1967) for net punting average.
¾¾ In his NFL debut for the Lions, punted four times for 152 yards (38.0 avg) with one landing inside the 20-yard line in
Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8).
¾¾ Nailed five punts for 261 yards (52.2 avg) in Week 2 at Arizona (9/15) and accumulated a 50.2 net punting average.
¾¾ Recorded six punts for 351 yards (52.5 average) in Week 3 at Washington (9/22) and finished with a net punting average
of 40.7 despite three touchbacks. Martin was named NFC Special Teams Player of the Week for his performance.
¾¾ Punted three times for 150 yards (50.0 avg) with one landing inside the 20-yard line and a long of 57 yards in Week 4
vs. Chicago (9/29).
¾¾ Recorded six punts for 311 yards (51.8 avg) with two landing inside the 20-yard line and a long of 58 yards in Week 5
at Green Bay (10/6).
¾¾ Punted four times for 173 yards (43.3 avg) in Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20) with three landing inside the 20-yard line
and a long of 65 yards.
¾¾ Recorded four punts for 203 yards (50.8 avg) with a long of 64 yards in Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27).
¾¾ Punted four times for 178 yards (44.5 avg) with one landing inside the 20-yard line and a long of 59 yards in Week 10
at Chicago (11/10).
¾¾ Recorded three punts for 152 yards with a long of 59 yards in Week 11 at Pittsburgh (11/17).
¾¾ Had four punts for 151 yards (37.8 avg) with one landing inside the 20-yard line and a long of 56 yards in Week 12 vs.
Tampa Bay (11/24).
¾¾ Recorded five punts for 230 yards (46.0 avg) with three landing inside the 20-yard line in Week 15 vs. Baltimore (12/16).
¾¾ Punted six times for 270 yards (45.0 avg) with two landing inside the 20-yard line and a long of 55 yards in Week 16
vs. New York Giants (12/22).
COLLEGE
Ranks third in Appalachian State history with 226 punts and 9,397 yards and sixth with a 41.6-yard punting average. Became
only the second specialist in Appalachian State history to be selected in the NFL Draft since Harold Alexander was drafted
by the Atlanta Falcons in the third round (67th overall) of the 1993 NFL Draft.
2012: Became a multi-dimensional threat on special teams, going 7-for-10 on field goal attempts in addition to his punting
duties. Had a stellar senior season, racking up a career-high 2,755 punting yards on 60 punts (45.9 avg, the largest of his
career) with a long of 68 yards, nearly tying his career-long of 69.
PERSONAL
A former soccer standout, played just one year of high school football where he averaged 69 yards per kickoff and was
named all-county following his only gridiron campaign at Starr’s Mill (Ga.) High School under Head Coach Mike Earwood.
¾¾ Four-year soccer letterman and earned all-state recognition as a junior.
¾¾ A member of the Dean’s List and ASU athletics’ and Southern Conference academic honor rolls, majored in business
marketing (pre-law).
¾¾ Father, Tom Martin, was a three-sport athlete (soccer, basketball and baseball) at Eastern Michigan University.
MARTIN’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Punts:.................................................... 7 (three times) Last vs. Min 10/12/14
Punting Yards:.....................................................................355 at Min 12/29/13
Average:................................................................................54.5 vs. NYG 9/8/14
Long Punt:..............................................................................72 at Was 9/22/13
Inside 20:...........................................................4 (twice) Last vs. NO 10/19/14
Net Average:..........................................................................50.2 at Ari 9/15/13
Passing Yards: ......................................................................27 vs. Mia 11/9/14
Completions:..............................................................................2 at Mia 11/9/14
MARTIN’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year TeamG PntYds Avg Net TB In20 Lg Bl
2013Det16
723399
47.240.41022721
2014 Det 1668313846.140.15 29 71 0
Totals 32140653746.740.315 51 72 1
Postseason
Year TeamG PntYds Avg Net TB In20 Lg Bl
2014 Det 14 142 35.535.50 1 48 0
Totals 1 4 142 35.535.50 1 48 0
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
2014 (DET)
Date Opp G PntYds Avg Net TB In20 Lg Bl
9/8 NYG12 109 54.539.50 1 57 0
9/14 at Car15 233 46.641.01 1 64 0
9/21 GB 12 104 52.040.50 1 55 0
9/28 at NYJ
16 306 51.044.81 2 55 0
10/5 BUF17 330 47.144.30 4 60 0
10/12 at Min
17 341 48.740.61 2 63 0
10/19 NO 15 213 42.639.60 4 57 0
10/26 at Atl13 124 41.334.70 2 51 0
11/9 MIA13 137 45.737.31 1 59 0
11/16 at Ari16 249 41.540.80 3 56 0
11/23 at NE15 231 46.243.20 2 55 0
11/27 CHI 13 153 51.042.70 1 59 0
12/7TB1315551.7451 1 710
12/14 MIN16 266 44.338.20 2 57 0
12/21 at Chi11 35 35.035.00 1 35 0
12/28 at GB14 152 38.024.30 1 45 0
Totals 1668313846.140.15 29 71 0
Postseason
Date Opp G PntYds Avg Net TB In20 Lg Bl
1/4 at Dal14 142 35.535.50 1 48 0
Totals 1 4 142 35.535.50 1 48 0
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
31 - RASHEAN MATHIS
Cornerback
Bethune-Cookman
Jacksonville Fla.
Year: 13
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 195
Born: 8/27/1980
Draft: ’03, R2 (39)-JacAcquired: UFA-Jac ‘13
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pro Bowl: 2007, 2006 Alternate
¾¾ Associated Press All-Pro: First Team in 2006.
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a one-year contract on April 15, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an unrestricted free agent on August 17, 2013.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Jaguars to a one-year contract extension on March 7, 2012.
¾¾ Drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the second round (39th overall) of the 2003 NFL Draft.
PRO
Mathis spent 10 seasons anchoring the Jacksonville Jaguars secondary before joining the Lions as a veteran presence in
the defensive backfield in 2013. His 30 interceptions with Jacksonville are more than double any other player in Jaguars
history. Owns the Jacksonville Jaguars franchise records with 30 career interceptions, three interceptions for touchdowns,
512 interception return yards and 35 total takeaways.
2014: Solidified the Lions secondary as one of the team’s starting cornerbacks in 2014 as he completed his 12th NFL
season. Was instrumental in the development of second-year CB Darius Slay, and finished the season with 51 tackles (42
solo), nine pass defenses, one forced fumble, one interception and his fourth-career pick-six (41 yards).
¾¾ Recorded one solo tackle while assisting in only allowing 144 net passing yards in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8).
¾¾ Racked up five tackles and also defended two passes in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Posted one tackle in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Had three tackles in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Recorded three tackles, defended one pass and returned an interception back for a touchdown in Week 5 vs. Buffalo
(10/5). His 41-yard interception return for a touchdown was his first as a Lion and fourth pick-six of his career.
¾¾ Registered three tackles in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Posted two tackles and forced a fumble in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Registered four tackles in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Recorded three tackles and defended one pass in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Had two tackles and defended one pass in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Recorded six tackles and defended two passes in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
¾¾ Registered six tackles in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Posted six tackles and defended two passes in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
¾¾ Registered three tackles and forced one fumble in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Played in 15 games (13 starts) in his first season in Detroit, totaling 47 tackles (44 solo) and a team-high 15 pass
defenses (tied with LB DeAndre Levy) as one of the Lions starting cornerbacks.
¾¾ Tied for second on the team in tackles with five (three solo), including one tackle for loss in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8).
¾¾ Recorded two solo tackles and two pass defenses in Week 2 at Arizona (9/15).
¾¾ Started his first game as a Detroit Lion and tied for third on the team in tackles with seven (all solo) and had three pass
defenses in Week 3 at Washington (9/22).
¾¾ Posted six solo tackles in Week 5 at Green Bay (10/6).
¾¾ Recorded three solo tackles in Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27).
COLLEGE
Three-time Division I-AA All-American who intercepted 31 passes in four seasons at Bethune-Cookman. Played both CB
and FS, in addition to excelling as a punt returner and a sprinter on the track team.
¾¾ First defensive back to win the Buck Buchanan Award (Division I-AA’s top defensive player), after shattering I-AA season
records for interceptions and interception return yards as a senior.
PERSONAL
Lives in his hometown of Jacksonville.
¾¾ Once appeared on the game show “Wheel of Fortune.”
MATHIS’ SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:............................................................. 9 (twice) Last vs. TB 11/30/03
Pass Defenses:................................................. 5 (twice) Last at GB 12/19/04
Interceptions:........................................... 2 (four times) Last vs. Ten 11/5/06
Long Interception Return:.....................................................72 vs. Pit 10/5/08
Interception Return TDs:....................... 1 (four times) Last vs. Buf 10/5/14
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
MATHIS’ CAREER STATISTICS
2003Jac
16
16
7868100.0020010013
2004Jac16
166252100.00 5 420 211 0 2
2005Jac
16
16
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2006Jac
16
16
615470.008146
021002
2007Jac
14
14
595450.0012306100
2008Jac
12
12
403911.064151
29110
2009Jac
10
10
332940.0034607210
2010Jac
16
16
5746110.0012406100
2011Jac
9
9343220.001104010
2012Jac
12
4202000.000005000
2013Det
15
13
474430.0000015000
2014Det
16
16
514290.0014119100
Totals 168
15860653571 1.0 6 31 5534 1297 5 12
Postseason
2005Jac
1
14400.000000001
2007Jac
2
29900.0026413000
2014Det
1
13300.000000100
Totals 4
4161600.0
026413101
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
1
11100.000000000
9/14at Car
1
15410.000002000
9/21GB1
11100.000000000
9/28at NYJ
1
13120.000000000
10/5BUF
1
13300.0014111000
10/12
at Min
1
14400.000000000
10/19
NO1
10000.000000000
10/26
at Atl
1
12200.000000100
11/9MIA
1
13210.000000000
11/16
at Ari
1
14310.000000000
11/23
at NE
1
13300.000001000
11/27
CHI
1
12110.000001000
12/7TB1
16420.000002000
12/14
MIN
1
16510.000000000
12/21
at Chi
1
16600.000002000
12/28
at GB
1
12200.000000000
Totals 16
16
514290.0
014119100
Postseason
1/4at Dal
1
13300.000000100
Totals 1
13300.0
00000100
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
47 - TAYLOR MAYS
Safety Southern California Seattle, Wash.
Year: 6
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 236
Born: 2/7/88
Draft: ’10, R2 (49)-SF Acquired: FA ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as a free agent to a one-year contract on June 22, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the Minnesota Vikings as an unrestricted free agent on March 24, 2015, waived on June 16, 2015.
¾¾ Traded by the San Francisco 49ers to the Cincinnati Bengals on August 23, 2011.
¾¾ Drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the second round (49th overall) of the 2010 NFL Draft.
PRO
A six-year veteran who brings experience to the Lions’ defensive core after spending four seasons with the Cincinnati
Bengals (2011-14). Played in 66 career games with 10 starts with the Bengals.
2014: Played in all 16 games including the Bengals playoff appearance in 2014. Collected two solo tackles and one assist,
finishing with two sacks on the year.
¾¾ Notched his first career sack vs. Denver (12/22), resulting in a six yard loss and garnered the second sack vs. Kansas
City (12/28). In addition, collected two quarterback hurries and one tackle for loss.
¾¾ In postseason play, recorded two special teams tackles in the playoff loss at Indianapolis (1/4/15).
2013: Appeared in eight games with one start in Cincinnati, was placed on Reserve/Injured list (10/30), due to a shoulder
injury vs. Jets (10/27). Tallied 11 tackles (five solo) in eight games.
¾¾ Had two tackles on defense and recovered a muffed kickoff return by WR Jeremy Ross at the Packers 2-yard line in first
quarter, setting up a touchdown for a 14-0 Cincinnati lead vs. Green Bay (9/22)
¾¾ At Cleveland (9/29) started at free safety in place of injured S Reggie Nelson. Made four tackles, including a third- down
stop that forced a punt.
¾¾ Had two tackles vs. New England (10/6).
¾¾ Made two tackles at Buffalo (2/13).
¾¾ Made a season-high five tackles with two passes defenses at Detroit (10/20).
2012: Played in all 16 games with three starts. Tallied 21 tackles, with five tackles and one fumble recovery on special teams.
¾¾ Tied for team lead in special teams tackles with two vs. Cleveland (9/16).
¾¾ Recorded five tackles at Jacksonville (9/30).
¾¾ Tied for special teams lead with two tackles vs. Oakland (11/25).
¾¾ Set up a touchdown drive at Philadelphia (12/13) by recovering a muffed kickoff in the fourth quarter.
¾¾ Had five tackles vs. Baltimore (12/30).
¾¾ Garnered one tackle in postseason action at Houston (1/5/13).
2011: In his first season with the Bengals, saw action in 10 games, tallied six tackles and eight tackles on special teams.
¾¾ In Bengals debut vs. Indianapolis (10/16), had a crucial block on Brandon Tate’s 33-yard punt return that set up a
touchdown.
¾¾ Tied for team lead with two special teams tackles at Seattle (10/30).
¾¾ Saw significant playing time at Pittsburgh (12/4) and collected three tackles on defense and one on special teams.
2010: In his rookie season at San Francisco, played in all 16 games and earned six starts. Finished with a career best 31
tackles and added two passes defenses, one tackle for loss and one forced fumble.
¾¾ Earned first NFL start at Atlanta (10/3), recovered a punt blocked by WR Dominique Zeigler for a touchdown, the only
special teams touchdown of the season for the 49ers and recorded a career-high 11 tackles (nine solo).
¾¾ Returned a blocked punt for a touchdown for the first time since 1987.
¾¾ Forced a fumble in win vs. Oakland (10/17).
COLLEGE
Played a critical role on the Trojans defense from 2007-10. Appeared in 51 games with 50 starts.
2009: As a senior, led the team with 96 tackles and was second in the Pac-10.
¾¾ As a crucial team leader, earned First Team All-America Honors from Walter Camp Foundation and second team honors
from the Associated Press.
2008: As a junior received multiple First Team All-America Honors when USC led the nation in pass defenses (134.4 yards
per game)
PERSONAL
Attended O’Dea (Wash.) High School where he was a four-year letterman.
¾¾ Earned First Team All-America Honors from Parade and USA Today as a senior.
¾¾ Made First Team All-State and All-Metro League Mountain Division Offensive MVP and Defensive Co-MVP as a senior
DB, WR and QB.
¾¾ Was a two-time class 3-A track and field state champion in the 100 and 200 meters.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
MAYS’ SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:.................................................................................... 11 at Atl 10/3/10
Sacks:................................................................. 1 (twice) Last at KC 12/28/14
Pass Defenses:....................................................................... 3 at Det 10/20/13
Fumble Recoveries:.............................................1(twice) Last at GB 9/22/13
Forced Fumbles:.....................................................................1 vs. Phi 10/10/10
Special Teams Tackles:.....................2 (three times) Last vs. Car 10/12/14
MAYS’ CAREER STATISTICS
2010SF16
6312380.00001210019
2011Cin10
06150.00000100008
2012Cin16
3211560.00000001005
2013Cin8
1211470.00000301002
2014Cin16
03211.00000000006
Totals 66
10
5738191.0
00006120130
Postseason
2012Cin1
01010.00000000000
2014Cin1
00000.00000000002
Totals 2
01010.0
0000000002
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
17 - KELLEN MOORE
Quarterback
Boise State
Prosser, Wash.
Year: 4
Ht: 6-0
Wt: 196
Born: 7/12/89
Draft: FA-Det ‘12
TRANSACTIONS
PRO
2014: Returned to the Lions in his third season with the team after an impressive 2014 preseason in which he completed
35-of-51 passes (68.6-percent) and three touchdowns for a passer rating of 108.4.
2013: Moore was inactive for all 16 games of the 2013 season as the team’s backup quarterback.
COLLEGE
In each of his seasons at Boise State, Moore’s final totals in pass attempts, completions, passing yards, touchdowns,
pass efficiency rating and total offense all rank in the Top-10 on the school’s record lists. His 142 touchdown passes are
the second-highest total in NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision ranks, while his 14,667 passing yards rank fifth, 14,534 yards
in total offense rank eighth and average of 8.85 yards gained per pass attempt rank 12th in NCAA annals. Moore started
52-of-53 games in his four-year career with the Broncos.
¾¾ Moore was selected as the Mountain West Offensive Player of the Year, in 2011 a finalist for the Maxwell Award
(Outstanding Player) and a semifinalist for the Walter Camp Player of the Year Award. He was also named best college
quarterback in the country by the Touchdown Club of Columbus for a second-consecutive season.
¾¾ Set a Mountain West Conference season-record for touchdown passes with 43 and became the first player in NCAA
Football Subdivision history to pass for over 3,000 yards and gain over 3,000 yards in total offense for the fourthconsecutive season.
¾¾ In 2010, was one of the four finalists for the Heisman Trophy, becoming the first Bronco to be invited to the ceremony
in New York.
¾¾ Completed 273-of-383 passes (71.2 pct is the second-best in school history) for 3,845 yards and 35 touchdowns.
¾¾ Named first team All-American by ESPN.com, Sports Illustrated and CBS Sports, finishing seventh in the Heisman
Trophy race, during the 2009 season.
¾¾ Led Boise State to a perfect 14-0 record and a 17-10 win over TCU in the Tostito’s Fiesta Bowl.
¾¾ During the 2008 season, the NCAA season record for the highest percentage of passes completed by a freshman (2810f-405, 69.38 pct) and was named WAC Freshman of the Year and second team all-conference.
PERSONAL
Lettered four times in both football and basketball at Prosser (Wash.) High School, where he played football for his father,
Tom Moore.
¾¾ Finished his high school football career completing 787-of-1,195 passes (65.9 pct) for 11,367 yards and 173 touchdowns.
¾¾ Earned his bachelor’s degree in communications in three and a half years, graduating with a 3.38 grade point avg.
MOORE’S CAREER STATISTICS
PASSING
Year Tm GS W-L*AttCmpYdsPctTD Int Lg Sk YdsRtg
2012 Det 00 INACTIVE
Totals 0
00-0
0000000-00.0
2014 (DET)
PASSING
Date Opp G S W-L*Att Cmp Yds Pct TD Int Lg Sk SkY Rtg
9/8 NYG00 INACTIVE
9/14 at Car 0 0 INACTIVE
9/21 GB 00 INACTIVE
9/28 at NYJ0 0 INACTIVE
10/5 BUF00 INACTIVE
10/19NO 00 INACTIVE
11/9 MIA 0 0 INACTIVE
12/7 TB 00 INACTIVE
Totals 0
0 --------DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
16 - LANCE MOORE
Wide Receiver
Toledo
Westerville, Ohio
Year: 10
Ht: 5-9
Wt: 196
Born: 8/31/83
Draft: FA-Cle ‘05
Acquired: FA ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as a free agent on May 12, 2015.
¾¾ Released by the Steelers on March 2, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers to a two-year contract on March 21, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Saints on March 7, 2014.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Saints as an unrestricted free agent on July 29, 2011.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Saints as an unrestricted free agent to a one-year contract on June 18, 2010.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Saints as an unrestricted free agent to a one-year contract on April 24, 2009.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Saints on January 29, 2007.
¾¾ Released by the Saints on November 2, 2006.
¾¾ Signed by the Saints on January 4, 2006 to a Reserve/Future contract on January 4, 2006.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Saints to the practice squad on December 15, 2005.
¾¾ Released by the Saints on December 12, 2005.
¾¾ Signed by the Saints to the active roster on November 16, 2005.
¾¾ Signed by the New Orleans Saints to the practice squad on September 26, 2005.
¾¾ Signed by the Cleveland Browns as an undrafted rookie free agent on April 29, 2005.
PRO
Joins Lions WRs Calvin Johnson and Golden Tate as a veteran presence in Detroit’s receiver room in 2015 and brings 115
career games (32) to the team following previous stops in New Orleans (2006-13) and Pittsburgh (2014). Entering his 10th NFL
season, his career totals include 360 receptions, 4,479 receiving yards and 40 touchdowns, as well as two carries for seven
yards and one touchdown. As a return man, has fielded 47 punt returns for 387 yards and 18 kickoff returns for 354 yards.
¾¾ Entering the 2015 season, he ranked seventh on the Saints’ all-time list for career receiving yards with 4,281, fifth in
receptions with 346 and fifth in receiving touchdowns with 38.
¾¾ Member of the Saints Super Bowl XLIV win over Indianapolis following the 2009 NFL season, where he scored on a
two-point conversion in the fourth quarter of the game to put the Saints up seven points.
¾¾ Heading into the 2015 season, he has eight career 100-yard receiving games and seven multi-touchdown games.
¾¾ Named the Saints’ Walter Payton Man of the Year in 2012.
2014: In his only season with the Steelers, caught 14 balls for 198 yards and two touchdowns in 14 games (two starts)
with the club. Was inactive due to a groin injury in Weeks 1 and 2 and also missed the AFC Wild Card game.
¾¾ Recorded his first reception as a Steeler on a 12-yard grab vs. Tampa Bay (9/28).
¾¾ Scored on a 26-yard reception, his only catch of the game, in his first start as a Steeler at Cleveland (10/12).
¾¾ Hauled in his 40th-career touchdown on a three-yard pass from fellow WR Antonio Brown vs. Houston (10/20).
COLLEGE
A First Team All-MAC selection in 2003 and 2004, saw action in 50 games for the Toledo Rockets and finished his collegiate
career with 4,146 all-purpose yards. Set a school record with 222 receptions for 2,776 yards and 25 touchdowns, adding
42 kickoff returns for 902 yards and 399 yards and two scores on punt returns for his career. Only player in Toledo history
to gain more than 1,000 receiving yards twice.
PERSONAL
Attended Westerville South (Ohio) High School where he set state high school records for receptions (103) and touchdown
grabs (24) as a senior.
¾¾ Inducted into the University of Toledo’s Athletic Hall of Fame in 2011.
¾¾ Brother, Nick, also played wide receiver at Toledo and currently plays for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian
Football League.
¾¾ Has partnered with several of his past Saints teammates to have homes in New Orleans built for families in need.
¾¾ Has hosted charity softball events in recent years to benefit his foundation.
¾¾ Majored in business at Toledo.
¾¾ Son of Debra and Roderick Moore.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
MOORE’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Receptions:.........................................................9 (twice) Last at TB 10/21/12
Receiving Yards:...................................................................149 vs. Atl 9/26/10
Long Reception:....................................................................80t vs. Atl 9/26/10
Receiving Touchdowns: ...................2 (seven times) Last at Oak 11/18/12
Rushing Attempts:......................................... 1 (twice) Last at Hou 11/18/07
Rushing Yards:........................................................................7 at Sea 10/14/07
Rushing Touchdowns:...........................................................1 at Sea 10/14/07
Punt Returns:............................................................................4 at SF 10/28/07
Punt Return Yards:................................................................. 72 vs. Atl 9/26/10
Kickoff Returns:.........................................................................5 vs. TB 12/2/07
Kickoff Return Yards:................................................................83 vs. TB 1/2/07
MOORE’S CAREER STATISTICS
RECEIVINGRUSHING
2006NO4
011010.0
100000.000
2007NO16
432302
9.4222273.57t1
2008NO16
679928
11.7
70t
10000.00
00
2009NO7
014153
10.9
222000.000
2010NO16
166763
11.6
80t
8000.000
2011NO14
752627
12.1
47t
8000.000
2012NO15
7651041
16.0
516000.000
2013NO13
537457
12.4
44t
2000.000
2014Pit14
214198
14.1
292000.000
Totals 115
32360 447912.480t 40 2 7 3.5 7t 1 Postseason
RECEIVINGRUSHING
2009NO3
15326.4210000.000
2010NO1
044912.3
180000.000
2013NO2
045112.8
24t
1000.000
Totals 6
113132
10.2
24t
100--0
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
48 - DON MUHLBACH
Long Snapper
Texas A&M
Lufkin, Texas
Year: 12
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 258
Born: 8/17/81
Draft: FA-Bal ‘04
Acquired: FA ’04
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: MULE-bach
¾¾ Pro Bowl: 2013
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a one-year contract on February 27, 2015.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions to a one-year contract on March 14, 2013.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions on March 21, 2012.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions to a five-year deal on March 2, 2007.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions on November 9, 2004.
¾¾ Released by the Ravens on August 30, 2004.
¾¾ Signed by the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted rookie free agent on April 30, 2004.
PRO
Muhlbach’s velocity and accuracy places him among the best in the League in his specialty, and he is a critical part of the
snap-hold-kick process. A deep-snapping specialist who has a crisp and consistent delivery, Muhlbach spent 2004 training
camp with Baltimore before joining the Lions later that season and has been the team’s long snapper ever since.
¾¾ Has played in 164 career games and recorded 22 special teams tackles.
¾¾ When Muhlbach snapped for K Jason Hanson on the field goal team in 2004, that unit’s accuracy improved with the
most significant increase coming on long-range field goals. Hanson’s field goal accuracy with Muhlbach as the snapper
increased 5.8 percent on overall attempts. That improvement is 12.7 percent for field goals of 40-49 yards, 14.2 percent
for field goals 40+-yards and 19.4 percent for field goals of 50+-yards.
¾¾ With Muhlbach snapping, Hanson was 59-of-73 (80.8 pct) on field goal attempts of 40-49-yards, 81-of-107 (75.7 pct)
from 40+-yards and 25-of-37 (67.6 pct) on 50+-yard field goals over his career.
2014: Concluded his 11th NFL season as the elder statesmen in the Lions special teams room, and provided leadership
for second-year P Sam Martin.
¾¾ By playing in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14), Muhlbach played in his 150th-career game and became only the 20th player in
franchise history to play 150 career games with the club.
¾¾ Contributed to K Matt Prater successfully kicking a 52-yard field and P Sam Martin punting seven times for 341 yards
in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Successfully snapped for P Sam Martin as he had a career-high four punts land inside the 20-yard line in Week 7 vs.
New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Snapped for K Matt Prater as he went 3-of-3 including a 48-yard game-winning field goal in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Contributed to P Sam Martin successfully punting three times in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9) and helped block for two
fake punts.
¾¾ Snapped for K Matt Prater as he went 2-of-2 on field goals in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Snapped for K Matt Prater as he went 2-of-2 on field goals in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Snapped for K Matt Prater as he converted 3-of-3 field goals, including the game-winner in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Snapped for K Matt Prater as he went 2-of-2 on field goals in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Snapped for K David Akers as he has made 18-of-24 field goals and 42-of-43 extra point attempts in 2013.
COLLEGE
Served as Texas A&M’s snapper in 2003.
¾¾ Filled in as punter during his sophomore season with the Aggies.
PERSONAL
Don Lynn Muhlbach, Jr., is the son of Sally and Don Muhlbach of Lufkin, Texas.
¾¾ Born Aug. 17, 1981 in Newark, Ohio.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
MUHLBACH’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GSTT
2004 Det 80
2005 Det 133
2006 Det 161
2007 Det 162
2008 Det 163
2009 Det 155
2010 Det 164
2011 Det 162
2012 Det 160
2013 Det 160
2014 Det 161
Totals
16421
Postseason
Year Tm GSTT
2011 Det 10
2014 Det 10
Totals 2 0
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
34- NATE NESS
Safety
Arizona
Gardena, Calif.
Year: 4
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 206
Born: 9/5/86
Draft: FA-Cle ‘09
Acquired: FA ‘14
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions to the practice squad on September 15, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Lions to the active roster from the practice squad on September 13, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as a free agent on April 21, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Carolina Panthers on August 2, 2012.
¾¾ Released by the Rams on April 30, 2012.
¾¾ Signed by the Rams on December 14, 2011.
¾¾ Released by the Rams on December 6, 2011.
¾¾ Signed by the Rams to the active roster from the practice squad on November 15, 2011.
¾¾ Signed by the Rams to the practice squad on October 25, 2011.
¾¾ Released by the Rams on October 18, 2011.
¾¾ Signed by the St. Louis Rams to the practice squad on October 9, 2011.
¾¾ Released by the Redskins on October 5, 2011.
¾¾ Signed by the Washington Redskins to the practice squad on September 5, 2011.
¾¾ Released by the Dolphins on September 3, 2011.
¾¾ Claimed off waivers by the Dolphins from the Seahawks on November 4, 2010.
¾¾ Released by the Seahawks on November 2, 2010.
¾¾ Claimed off waivers by the Seattle Seahawks form the Dolphins on September 5, 2010.
¾¾ Released by the Dolphins on September 4, 2010.
¾¾ Signed by the Dolphins to a Reserve/Futures contract on January 6, 2010.
¾¾ Signed by the Dolphins to the practice squad on November 25, 2009.
¾¾ Released by the Dolphins on November 24, 2009.
¾¾ Signed by the Dolphins to the active roster on November 18, 2009.
¾¾ Signed by the Miami Dolphins to the practice squad on October 27, 2009.
¾¾ Signed by the Cleveland Browns as an undrafted rookie free agent on May 1, 2009.
PRO
Fourth-year cornerback out of Arizona who has spent time with the Miami Dolphins, Seattle Seahawks, Washington
Redskins, St. Louis Rams and Carolina Panthers. Originally entered the League as an undrafted rookie free agent with the
Cleveland Browns in 2009. Career totals include nine games (one start) and five tackles (four solo).
2014: Spent the 2014 season as a member of the Lions practice squad.
COLLEGE
After transferring from El Camino (Calif.) Junior College, ended his career at Arizona playing in 25 games (19 starts) and
recording 107 tackles, seven interceptions, 10 pass defenses and two fumble recoveries.
PERSONAL
Attended Gardena (Calif.) High School. Majored in sociology at Arizona.
NESS’ SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:....................................................................................5 at Oak 10/31/10
Special Teams Tackles:..............................................................2 at NE 1/2/11
NESS’ CAREER STATISTICS
2010Mia
3
00000.000000000
2010Sea
1
15410.000000003
2011Stl4
00000.000000000
2014Det
1
00000.000000000
Totals 9
15410.0
00000003
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
0
0
PRACTICE SQUAD
9/14at Car
1
00000.000000000
9/21
GB
0
0
PRACTICE SQUAD
9/28 atNJY 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
10/5 BUF 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
10/12 at Min 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
10/19 NO 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
10/26 at Atl 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
11/9 MIA 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
11/16 at Ari 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
11/23 at NE 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
11/27 CHI 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
12/7 TB 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
12/14 Min 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
12/21 at Chi 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
12/28 at GB 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
Totals 1
00000.0
00000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
92 - HALOTI NGATA
Defensive Tackle
Oregon
Salt Lake City, Utah
Year: 10
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 345
Born: 1/21/84
Draft: ‘06, R1 (12)-BalAcquired: T-Bal ‘15
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: ha-LOW-tee NAH-tah
¾¾ Pro Bowl: 2009-13; First Alternate 2008.
¾¾ Associated Press All-Pro: First Team 2010-11; Second Team 2008-09, 2012.
¾¾ PFWA All-NFL 2009-11; PFWA All-Rookie Team 2006.
¾¾ Sports Illustrated (Peter King) All-Pro Team 2010 and 2011.
¾¾ Named AFC Defensive Player of the Week for Week 9 during 2010 season.
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Traded to the Detroit Lions in exchange for fourth- and fifth-round picks in the 2015 NFL Draft on March 10, 2015.
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Suspended on December 4, 2014.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Ravens to a five-year contract on September 20, 2011.
¾¾ Drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the first round (12th overall) of the 2006 NFL Draft.
PRO
One of the faces of the defensive tackle position in the modern NFL over the last nine seasons, Ngata joins the Lions’ feared
defensive line after spending the previous nine seasons with the Baltimore Ravens, where he was a five-time Pro Bowler
(2009-13) and two-time Associated Press First Team All-Pro selection (2010-11). Ngata played in 135 games (133 starts)
for the Ravens, as well as 16 postseason games.
¾¾ In Ngata’s nine seasons with Baltimore, the Ravens defense ranked second in the NFL in opponent rushing yards per
game (92.5) during that span (2006-14), and first in opponent rushing touchdowns (71) during that span.
¾¾ Since 2006, only two defensive tackles have more total tackles than Ngata (Justin Smith, 572; Kyle Williams, 455) who
ranks third with 446 during that span (Credited with 528 total tackles by Ravens coaching film review).
¾¾ Was a member of the Ravens’ Super Bowl win vs. San Francisco in Super Bowl XLVII. Recorded two tackles and one
quarterback hit in the game.
2014: Started all 12 games he played in, missing four games due to an NFL suspension. Finished his final season in
Baltimore with 32 tackles (19 solo), a career-high seven pass defenses, two forced fumbles and a career-high-tying and
team-leading two interceptions. Was the centerpiece of the defense that ranked second in the League in sacks with 49
and sixth in fewest points per game (18.9).
¾¾ Picked off his fourth-career pass in Week 2 at Pittsburgh (9/11).
¾¾ Assisted in a five-sack effort vs. Atlanta (10/19), helping the Ravens defense achieve this feat in back-to-back weeks
for the first time since 2006.
¾¾ Started and finished third on the team with a season-high eight tackles (five solo), one sack (21 yards) and a forced
fumble at Cincinnati (10/26).
¾¾ Recorded a sack at Pittsburgh (11/2), marking his first time posting sacks in back-to-back weeks since 2011.
¾¾ Started both postseason games and totaled three tackles, one sack and one pass defense. As a unit, the Ravens defense
produced seven sacks and allowed only 82 rushing yards in the two games.
COLLEGE
Entered the NFL Draft following his junior season at Oregon. Was a consensus First Team All-American selection as a junior
and compiled career totals of 151 tackles (83 solo), 24.5 tackles for loss, 10 sacks, seven pass defenses, three forced fumbles
and one fumble recovery in 36 career games (29 starts). Set a school record with seven blocked kicks and was a finalist for
the Outland Trophy (best collegiate interior lineman) and Bronko Nagurski award (best college defensive player) as a junior.
¾¾ Consensus All-American honors from the Associated Press, NFL Draft Report, Football Writers Association of America,
Walter Camp Football Foundation, Sports Illustrated and ESPN.com as a redshirt junior in 2005. Also a unanimous First
Team All-Pac-10 Conference selection.
¾¾ Named the Pac-10 co-Defensive Player of the Year and was the recipient of the Morris Trophy (Pac-10’s top defensive
lineman) in 2005
¾¾ Suffered a season-ending knee injury in the opening quarter of the season opener in 2003.
¾¾ Freshman First Team All-American selection and earned All-Pac-10 Honorable Mention honors in 2002.
PERSONAL
A native of Salt Lake City, Utah, Ngata played his high school football at Highland High School and was a starter in his final
three years. Rated as the top defensive player in the nation by SuperPrep and PrepStar, and was the 2001 Utah Gatorade
Player of the Year as a senior.
¾¾ Led his team to the state quarterfinals as a senior following a 12-2 record and a berth in the state championship as a junior.
¾¾ Also played rugby in high school.
¾¾ Ngata and his wife, Christina, have three sons, Solomone “Sam” (6), Max (3) and Colt (1).
¾¾ Full name is Etuini Haloti Ngata.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
NGATA’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:.......................................................... 11 (twice) Last at Sea 11/13/11
Sacks:.................................................................2 (twice) Last vs. SF 11/24/11
Pass Defenses:.......................................................................... 3 at Cle 12/4/11
Interceptions:.............................................. 1 (five times) Last at Ind 10/5/14
Fumble Recoveries:..................................................................2 vs. Pit 9/11/11
Forced Fumbles:.........................................1 (six times) Last vs. Ten 11/9/14
NGATA’S CAREER STATISTICS
2006Bal
16
16
3113181.031600200
2007Bal
16
16
6344193.014000110
2008Bal
16
16
5543121.08280500
2009Bal
14
13
352691.513000111
2010Bal
16
15
6347165.543000501
2011Bal
16
16
6436285.021000523
2012Bal
14
14
5133185.050000100
2013Bal
15
15
5223291.512000300
2014Bal12
123219132.0282 160 7 2 0
Totals 135
13344628416225.51925 84 0 30 6 5
Postseason
Year Tm GSTT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR
2006Bal
1
13210.00000000
2008Bal
3
3121021.08000000
2009Bal
2
27431.09000000
2010Bal
2
24310.52000100
2011Bal
2
26240.00000110
2012Bal
4
4131030.00000100
2014Bal
2
23121.03000100
Totals 16
16
4832163.5
22000410
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
8 - DAN ORLOVSKY
Quarterback
Connecticut
Shelton, Conn.
Year: 10
Ht: 6-5
Wt: 215
Born: 8/18/83
Draft: ’05, R5 (145)-Det Acquired: UFA-TB ‘14
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a one-year contract on April 3, 2014.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Buccaneers on April 9, 2013.
¾¾ Released by the Buccaneers on April 4, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an unrestricted free agent to a two-year contract on March 15, 2012.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Colts on September 27, 2011.
¾¾ Released by the Colts on September 3, 2011.
¾¾ Signed by the Indianapolis Colts on August 1, 2011.
¾¾ Released by the Texans on July 29, 2011.
¾¾ Signed by the Houston Texans as an unrestricted free agent to a three-year contract on March 1, 2009.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions as a restricted free agent to a one-year contract on April 22, 2008.
PRO
Orlovsky returned to Detroit in 2014 after spending the previous two seasons (2012-13) with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
as the team’s backup quarterback. Originally drafted by the Lions in the fifth round (145th overall) of the 2005 NFL Draft
out of Connecticut, he played his first four years in the NFL with Detroit before stints with the Houston Texans (2009-10)
and Indianapolis Colts (2011). He has appeared in 24 games (12 starts) and has completed 276 passes on 472 attempts
(58.5-percent) for 2,931 yards and 14 touchdowns.
¾¾ Appeared in 12 games (seven starts) during his previous four seasons with Detroit, all of them coming in 2008 when he
set a career high in completions (143), attempts (255), passing yards (1,616) and touchdown passes (eight).
2014: Finished 2014 season in backup role behind QB Matthew Stafford.
2013: Saw action in two games as the team’s backup quarterback, helping to mentor rookie QB Mike Glennon.
¾¾ Appeared in a reserve role vs. Atlanta (11/17) and at New Orleans (12/29).
COLLEGE
Finished his four years at Connecticut (2001-04) with career totals of 916 completions on 1,567 attempts, 10,706 yards
and 84 touchdowns, all of which are school records. He played in 46 career games and led the Huskies to their first-ever
bowl appearance as a senior in 2004.
¾¾ As a junior in 2003, recorded career highs in attempts (457), passing yards (3,485) and passing touchdowns (33).
PERSONAL
Attended Shelton (Conn.) High School, where he earned All-America honors from Prep Football Report, SuperPrep and Prep
Star. He was named All-State, Class LL MVP and the New Haven Register’s Connecticut Player of the Year.
¾¾ As a senior at Shelton, threw for 2,489 yards and 58 touchdowns as his team recorded a perfect 12-0 record en route
to a state championship.
¾¾ Established the Dan Orlovsky Foundation to enrich the lives of youth in Detroit and Connecticut. The foundation
features the “Dan Orlovsky Charity Challenge,” a three-day event in Connecticut made up of a gala, golf tournament
and clinic for kids.
¾¾ Participated in multiple Lions charity events during his first four years with the team, including the 17th annual Detroit
Lions Invitational golf outing, United Way Hometown Huddle and PGA golf lessons with Think Detroit PAL.
ORLOVSKY’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Passing Attempts:.................................................................. 47 at Chi 11/2/08
Passing Completions:..............................................................30 at NE 12/4/11
Passing Yards:........................................................................ 353 at NE 12/4/11
Completion Percentage:..................................................... 81.1 at NE 12/4/11
Pass Touchdowns:.................................. 2 (three times) Last at NE 12/4/11
Passing Rating:...................................................................113.2 at NE 12/4/11
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
ORLOVSKY’S CAREER STATISTICS
PASSINGRUSHING
Year Tm GS AttCmpYdsPctTD Int Lg Sk YdsRtgAttYdsAvgLg TD
2005Det
2
01776341.2
00201351.8
00--0
2006Det
0
0000-00-00-00--0
2007Det
0
0000-00-00-00--0
2008Det10
72551431616
56.18 8 96t149572.67 294.1100
2009Hou
0
0000-00-00-00--0
2010Hou
1
0000-00-00-00--0
2011Ind8
5193
122
1201
63.2
6440148482.4
650.870
2012TB1
0745157.1
00240080.1
00--0
2013TB2
0000-00-00-00--0
2014Det
0
0000000000000000
Totals 24
124722762931
58.5
141296t2918276.0
13342.6100
PostseasonPASSINGRUSHING
Year TM GS AttCmpYdsPctTD Int Lg Sk YdsRtgAttYdsAvgLg TD
2011
Det
0
0
DID NOT PLAY
2014 Det 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
Totals0
0
2014 (DET) PASSINGRUSHING
Date OppGS AttCmpYdsPctTD Int Lg Sk SkYRtgAttYdsAvgLg TD
9/8NYG
0
0
DID NOT PLAY
9/14
at Car
0
0
DID NOT PLAY
9/21
GB
0
0
DID NOT PLAY
9/28 at NYJ0 0 DID NOT PLAY
10/5 BUF 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
10/12 at Min 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
10/19 NO 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
10/26 at Atl 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
11/9 MIA 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
11/16 at Ari 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
11/23 at NE 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
11/27 CHI 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
12/7 TB 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
12/14 Min 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
12/21 at Chi 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
12/28 at GB 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
Totals 0
00000.0
000000.0
000.0
00
Postseason
Date OppGS W-L*AttCmpYdsPctTD Int Lg Sk SkYRtgAttYdsAvgLg
TD
1/4at Dal
0
0
DID NOT PLAY
Totals0
0
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
44 - CHRIS OWENS
Cornerback
San Jose State
Los Angeles, Calif.
Year: 7
Ht: 5-9
Wt: 179
Born: 12/1/86
Draft: ‘09, R3 (90)-Atl Acquired: UFA-KC ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a one-year contract on May 13, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the Chiefs as an unrestricted free agent on March 21, 2014.
¾¾ Claimed off waivers by the Miami Dolphins from the Browns on December 18, 2013.
¾¾ Released by the Browns.
¾¾ Signed by the Cleveland Browns as an unrestricted free agent to a one-year contract on March 22, 2013.
¾¾ Drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the third round (90th overall) of the 2009 NFL Draft.
PRO
Seventh-year cornerback who enters his first season with the Lions in 2015 after previous NFL stops with the Kansas City
Chiefs (2014), Miami Dolphins (2013), Cleveland Browns (2013) and Atlanta Falcons (2009-12). Originally drafted by the
Falcons in the third round (90th overall) of the 2009 NFL Draft, Owens has logged 83 career games (17 starts), 180 total
tackles (141 solo), four sacks, three interceptions, 19 pass defenses, two forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries.
¾¾ Has played in three career postseason games (one start), all with the Falcons from 2010-12.
2014: Spent the 2014 season with the Chiefs where he played in 11 games (three starts) as a reserve cornerback. Finished
the season with 30 total tackles (24 solo), 0.5 sacks, one fumble recovery and four pass defenses. Also picked up three
tackles on special teams.
¾¾ Had two total tackles and 0.5 sacks at Miami (9/21), his first start of the season.
¾¾ Recorded a season-high six total tackles (four solo) vs. Denver (11/30). Matched his season high with six more tackles
vs. San Diego (12/28).
¾¾ Started three games, including one at cornerback (at Miami) and two as the nickel slot (vs. New England and at Buffalo).
COLLEGE
Played in 48 games at San Jose State, including his final 37 contests at right cornerback. Career college totals include
228 total tackles (132 solo), one sack, seven tackles for loss, 20 pass defenses and 13 interceptions. Finished his college
career ranked fourth on the school’s all-time record list for career interceptions with 13.
PERSONAL
Prepped at Dorsey (Calif.) High School in Los Angeles. Recorded five interceptions as a senior in 2004 and was named first
team all-league.
¾¾ Brother, Alvin, played for the San Diego Riptide of the Arena Football League 2.
¾¾ Cousin, Bene Benwikere, also played cornerback at San Jose State and was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in 2014.
OWENS’ SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:..................................................................................11 vs. Cin 10/24/07
Sacks:......................................................1 (three times) Last at GB 10/20/13
Pass Defenses:.......................................2 (three times) Last at Mia 9/21/14
Interceptions:.......................................... 1 (three times) Last vs. Ari 9/19/10
Fumble Recoveries:............................... 1 (three times) Last at Buf 11/9/14
Forced Fumbles:................................................1 (twice) Last vs. Cin 9/29/13
Special Teams Tackles:......................................................... 3 at Was 10/7/12
OWENS’ CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR TD
2009Atl16
6262150.0021302010
2010Atl16
3292180.0011303000
2011Atl14
2272161.020003000
2012Atl13
1171430.000004100
2013TOTAL
13
25140112.513.5
0003110
2014KC11
3302460.51.50004010
Totals 83
17180141394.0173 260 192 3 0
Postseason
2010Atl1
07520.000001000
2011Atl1
16510.000002000
2012Atl1
00000.000000000
Totals 3
1131030.0
00003000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
11 - ANDREW PEACOCK
Wide Receiver
Appalachian State
Durham, N.C.
Year: 1
Ht: 5-10
Wt: 190
Born: 1/14/91
Draft: FA-Det ‘14
TRANSACTIONS
PRO
Undrafted rookie free agent wide receiver out of Appalachian State whose solid hands and route-running ability earned
him a spot on the Lions practice squad in 2014.
COLLEGE
Finished his career at Appalachian State as the school’s all-time leader with 208 career receptions and ranked fifth in
program history with 2,108 receiving yards. Caught 40-plus passes in three of his four seasons as a Mountaineer (48, 2011;
79, 2012; 78, 2013) and combined for a total of 2,188 yards of total offense.
2013: Played in all 12 games as a senior, ending the season with 78 receptions, one shy of his career-high 79 set in 2012,
706 receiving yards (58.8 avg) and two touchdowns. Also carried the ball twice for 17 yards.
¾¾ His 78 receptions topped the Southern Conference as he received second team all-conference honors for the secondconsecutive season. His 78 receptions also rank fifth in the Appalachian State record books.
2012: Named Second Team All-Southern Conference for the first time in his career after turning in a career-high 795 receiving
yards on 79 catches (66.2 avg) and four touchdowns. Had at least five receptions in 11-of-12 games on the season. Also
threw two touchdown passes and returned one punt for 23 yards.
¾¾ Caught his first touchdown pass of the season on a 25-yard grab in the season opener vs. Montana.
¾¾ Posted a career-high 11 receptions for 130 yards and one touchdown, while also throwing a touchdown pass in the
So-Con title game vs. Furman.
2011: Started 10-of-12 games as a sophomore, concluding the season with 48 receptions for 564 yards and three touchdowns,
ranking second on the team in all three categories. Also carried the ball a career-high eight times for 44 yards (5.5 avg).
¾¾ Set a season-high in receptions with eight for 79 yards at Furman.
¾¾ Helped mount a 21-point comeback at Elon with five receptions for 47 yards as ASU went on to win the game, 28-21.
2010: Contributed primarily on special teams, particularly on kickoff coverage, in his first full season as a Mountaineer,
appearing in 12-of-13 games. Made five tackles on special teams and added three receptions for 43 yards for the season
on offense.
¾¾ Hauled in his first-career reception with an 11-yard grab vs. Jacksonville.
2009: Redshirted.
PERSONAL
Amassed nearly 3,000 yards of total offense at quarterback as a senior at Northern Durham (N.C.) High School under Head
Coach Anthony Sullivan, where he was a four-year starter at quarterback. Helped lead Northern Durham to a 4-3 PAC 6
Conference finish and its first playoff appearance in three years.
¾¾ Majored in health promotion at Appalachian State and completed an internship in the program’s strength and conditioning
department during the summer of 2013.
¾¾ Son of Warren and Bridgette Peacock.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
87 - BRANDON PETTIGREW
Tight End
Oklahoma State
Tyler, Texas
Year: 7
Ht: 6-5
Wt: 278
Born: 2/23/85
Draft: ’09, R1b (20)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a four-year contract on March 14, 2014.
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured by the Lions on December 25, 2013.
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured by the Lions on December 1, 2009.
PRO
Pettigrew is a big, athletic tight end who has the ability to stretch the field as a receiver and aggressively block at the line
of scrimmage. Has emerged as one of the best young tight ends in the game and re-signed with the Lions to a four-year
contract in 2014.
¾¾ Ranks first and second in team history for receptions (83 in 2011; 71 in 2010) and receiving yards (777 in 2011 and 722
in 2010) by a tight end in a season. First tight end with two seasons recording 70+ receptions and two seasons with
700+ receiving yards. He accomplished this in back-to-back seasons.
¾¾ With 67 receiving yards vs. Minnesota in 2012 (9/30), he passed TE David Sloan (2,024) for fourth on the Lions career
receiving yards list for tight ends.
¾¾ Only tight end in Lions history with three 100-yard receiving games, including two in 2011.
¾¾ Reached 100 career receptions the fastest by a Lions tight end by doing so in 27 games. The previous mark was 34
games by TE Jim Gibbons.
¾¾ Also reached 1,000 career yards in 26 career games, the second fastest tight end in team history to reach that milestone.
Hall of Fame TE Charlie Sanders reached 1,000 career yards in 25 games.
¾¾ Fifth tight end in team history to register 100 career catches and 1,000 career yards.
¾¾ Started in the first 11 games of his career before a knee injury on Thanksgiving Day vs. Green Bay (11/26/09) forced him
out for the remainder of his rookie season.
¾¾ Led all NFL rookie tight ends in 2009 with 30 catches for 346 yards, and was tied for the most receiving touchdowns (two).
2014: A pivotal piece to the Lions’ run and pass blocking games, Pettigrew finished the 2014 season with 10 receptions
for 70 yards and was instrumental in the development of rookie TE Eric Ebron.
¾¾ Caught one ball for nine yards in the season opener vs. the New York Giants (9/8).
¾¾ Had two receptions for 19 yards in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Caught two passes for 12 yards in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Had four catches for 28 yards in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Caught one pass for two yards in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Hauled in one reception for 11 yards in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Starting in all 14 games he played in, Pettigrew finished the season with 41 receptions for 416 yards (10.1 avg) and
two touchdowns. He reached 284 receptions for his career and became just the third tight end in team history to register
250 career receptions (Hall of Fame TE Charlie Sanders, 336 and TE Jim Gibbons, 287).
¾¾ Recorded two receptions for six yards in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8).
¾¾ With three receptions for 32 yards in Week 2 at Arizona (9/15), moved past TE David Hill (245) for fourth on the franchise’s
all-time career receptions list by tight ends.
¾¾ Led the Lions in catches with seven for 54 yards in Week 4 vs. Chicago (9/29). Pettigrew (269 receptions for 2,637 yards
after Week 4) became the third tight end in team history to register 250 career receptions and the fourth tight end in
Lions history to record 2,500 career yards.
¾¾ Tied a team-high with four receptions that went for a team-high 59 yards in Week 5 at Green Bay (10/6).
¾¾ Caught four passes for 36 yards in Week 6 at Cleveland (10/13).
¾¾ Recorded three receptions for seven yards and his first touchdown of the season in Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20).
¾¾ Registered three receptions for 31 yards in Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27).
¾¾ Caught five passes for 70 yards (14.0 avg) in Week 10 at Chicago (11/10).
¾¾ Had three catches for 37 yards, including a long of 31 in Week 11 at Pittsburgh (11/17).
¾¾ Recorded three receptions for 32 yards and one touchdown in Week 12 vs. Tampa Bay (11/24).
¾¾ Caught one pass for six yards in Week 13 vs. Green Bay (11/28).
¾¾ Recorded one reception for 23 yards in Week 14 at Philadelphia (12/8).
¾¾ Caught two passes for 23 yards in Week 15 vs. Baltimore (12/16).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 16 vs. New York Giants (12/22).
COLLEGE
Just the second tight end in Oklahoma State history to hear his name called in the first round of the draft, joining Reuben
Gant (1974, Buffalo). Pettigrew ended his collegiate career ranked ninth overall on the school’s receiving yardage record
list with 1,450 and averaged more than 54 knockdown blocks per season for the Cowboys.
¾¾ A physical open-field runner who gained more than 40 percent of his yardage after the catch.
¾¾ Became first tight end in school history to amass more than 100 receptions (112) in a career.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
¾¾ In 2008, he had just 11 receptions through the team’s first seven games, but finished with a career-high 42 catches
for 472 yards (11.2 avg), despite not finding the end zone. 23 of his receptions produced first downs (54.76%), as he
converted 4-of-9 third-down (44.44%) and 1-of-2 fourth-down plays.
¾¾ All-American Dream Team and All-Big 12 Conference selection by The NFL Draft Report as a senior. Finalist for the John
Mackey Award, given to the nation’s top tight end.
PERSONAL
Attended Robert E. Lee (Texas) High School, earning All-State honors in 2003.
¾¾ Despite playing primarily as a blocker, he was rated as the best tight end in Texas by numerous recruiting services.
¾¾ The All-District and All-East Texas choice also competed on the defensive line.
¾¾ Son of Elaine and Henry Pettigrew. Born February 23, 1985.
¾¾ Was an education major at Oklahoma State.
PETTIGREW’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Receptions:.............................................................................. 11 at Min 9/25/11
Receiving Yards:.......................................................................116 at GB 1/1/12
Long Reception:.....................................................................35 vs. Phi 9/19/10
Receiving Touchdowns:........................... 1 (16 times) Last vs. TB 11/14/13
PETTIGREW’S CAREER STATISTICS
RECEIVING
Year Tm GS Rec Yds AvgLg TD STT
2009Det11
113034611.5302 1
2010Det16
167172210.2354 0
2011Det16
16837779.4275 0
2012Det14
11595679.6243 0
2013Det14
144141610.1312 0
2014Det14
910707.0130 0
Totals 85
772942898
9.935161
PostseasonRECEIVING
2011Det104 4912.3220
2014Det101 1111.0110
Totals 2 0 5 60 12.022 0
Date OppGS Rec Yds AvgLg TD STT
9/8NYG
1
1199.0900
9/14at Car
1
1000.0000
9/21GB1
1000.0000
9/28at NYJ
112 199.5110 0
10/5BUF
1
12126.0700
10/12
at Min
1
1000.0000
10/19NO114 287.0130 0
11/9MIA
1
0000.0000
11/23
at NE
1
1000.0000
11/27
CHI
1
1122.0200
12/7TB1
0000.0000
12/14
MIN
1
0000.0000
12/21
at Chi
1
0000.0000
12/28
at GB
1
0000.0000
Totals 14
910707.0130 0
PostseasonRECEIVING
Date OppGS Rec Yds AvgLg TD STT
1/4 at Dal
101 1111.0110 0
Totals 1 0 1 11 11.011 0 0
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
62 - ROY PHILON
Defensive Tackle
Louisville Lexington, Ky.
Year 1
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 298
Born: 3/26/91
Draft: FA-Pit ‘14
Acquired: FA ’14
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions to the practice squad on November 3, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Bears on October 10, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Bears to the practice squad on September 16.
¾¾ Released by the Bears on September 9, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Chicago Bears to the practice squad on September 1, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Steelers on August 30, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers as an undrafted rookie free agent on May 10, 2014.
PRO
Sturdy defensive tackle who brings good size and length to the Lions defensive line.
2014: Joined the Lions as a member of the practice squad on November 3.
COLLEGE
Closed out Louisville career with 116 tackles (65 solo), 8.0 sacks and a forced fumble.
2013: Collected a career-high 28 solo tackles (41 combined) and 4.0 sacks on the season.
¾¾ Made a career-high six solo tackles (seven combined) and picked up a sack vs. Houston (11/16).
2012: Had 27 total tackles on the season, along with 2.5 sacks.
¾¾ Recorded seven total tackles and one sack vs. Connecticut (11/24).
2011: Made 36 total tackles and forced one fumble on the season.
¾¾ Collected his first career sack and made four tackles at Kentucky (9/17).
2010: Collected 12 total tackles in nine games in his first season.
¾¾ Made four total tackles at Pittsburgh (10/30).
2009: Redshirted.
PERSONAL
Played for Oliver and Lucas Bryan Station High School in Lexington, Ky. and was voted First Team All-State by the CourierJournal during his senior year.
¾¾ Son of Deltoria Kincaid and Terry Philon
¾¾ Majored in Justice Administration.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
5 - MATT PRATER
Kicker
Central Florida
Estero, Fla.
Year: 9
Ht: 5-10
Wt: 211
Born: 8/10/84
Draft: FA-Det ‘06
Acquired: FA ‘14
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a three-year contract on March 9, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as a free agent on October 7, 2014.
¾¾ Suspension lifted on October 6, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Denver Broncos on October 3, 2014.
¾¾ Suspended four games for violating the NFL Substance Abuse Policy on August 24, 2014.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Broncos on July 2, 2012.
¾¾ Designated franchise player by the Broncos on March 5, 2012.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Broncos on July 29, 2011.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Broncos on March 9, 2008.
¾¾ Signed by the Denver Broncos on December 19, 2007.
¾¾ Signed to the Dolphins practice squad on November 15, 2007.
¾¾ Released by the Falcons on September 17, 2007.
¾¾ Signed by the Atlanta Falcons on August 30, 2007.
¾¾ Released by the Dolphins on August 27, 2007.
¾¾ Signed by the Miami Dolphins as a free agent on January 11, 2007.
PRO
Ninth-year kicker out of UCF who spent seven seasons (2007-13) with the Denver Broncos and Atlanta Falcons before
joining the Lions as a free agent in 2014.
¾¾ Prater was 3-for-3 on field goal attempts (22, 20 and 48 yards) in the Lions’ 22-21 comeback win vs. Atlanta at Wembley
Stadium in London. Connected on the game-winning 48-yard field goal as time expired, giving the Lions the win. Prater’s
48-yard field goal was his 10th career game-winning or game-tying field goal with less than 2:00 to play or in overtime.
• Prater now has seven career game-winning kicks with less than 2:00 to play in the fourth quarter or in overtime.
¾¾ Prater connected on 3-of-3 field goal attempts in the Lions’ 16-14 win over the Vikings (12/14) and accumulated 10 of
the team’s 16 points in the win. Prater made a 33-yard field goal with 3:38 left to play in the fourth quarter to give the
Lions the lead that they would hold on to the rest of the way.
• His 33-yard game-winner was his 11th career field goal made with less than 4:00 in the fourth quarter or in overtime
that tied the game or took the lead in the team’s win.
2014: Signed by the Lions as a free agent on October 7, 2014 and finished the season making 21-of-26 field goal attempts
(80.8-percent) and all 21 of his extra points. Since joining the team in Week 6, Prater’s 21 field goals made tied for seventh
in the NFL during that span.
¾¾ Successfully kicked a 52-yard field goal in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Converted on a 21-yard field goal in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Went 3-for-3, including the game-winning 48-yard field goal in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Converted 2-of-3 field goals, including a 50-yarder in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/09).
¾¾ Made two field goals in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Converted 3-of-4 field goals in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Went 2-of-2 on field goals in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Converted 2-of-2 field goals in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/07).
¾¾ Went 3-of-4 on field goals, including the go-ahead kick to win the game in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Converted 2-of-3 field goals in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
¾¾ Went 2-of-2 on field goals in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Named to his first Pro Bowl and the Associated Press’ All-Pro Second Team, as he connected on 25 of his 26 field
goal attempts and set a new NFL record for extra points in a season with 75.
¾¾ Went three-for-three on field goal attempts in Week 4 vs. Philadelphia (9/29), including a 53-yarder.
¾¾ Kicked the game-winning 28-yard field goal to give the Broncos a 51-48 victory in Week 4 at Dallas (10/6).
¾¾ Broke the NFL record for the longest field goal made with a 64-yard make in Week 14 vs. Tennessee (12/8).
COLLEGE
In 46 career games at the University of Central Florida, Prater finished his career tied for first in school history in field
goals made (50) and ranked fourth in scoring (258 pts.). Made 17-of-26 (.654) field goal attempts as a senior with a 49yard long for UCF.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
PRATER’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Field Goals:.................................................4 (five times) Last at Oak 12/6/12
Field Goal Attempts:................................................................. 5 at KC 9/28/09
Long Field Goal:....................................................................64 vs. Ten 12/8/13
PATs:.........................................................7 (three times) Last vs. Phi 9/29/13
Points:...............................................................15 (twice) Last vs. Ten 12/8/13
PRATER’S CAREER STATISTICS
Total1-1920-2930-3940-4950+PAT
YearTmGM APctLgMAMAMAMAMAMAPts
2007Atl/Den
41 425.0
00010011301114
2008Den16
253473.5
56007889511563940114
2009Den 1630 3585.7510 0 14146 8 8 102 3 3232122
2010Den12
161888.9
590033774523282976
2011Den16
192576.0
590056883734303087
2012Den16
263281.3
531177101159345555133
2013Den16
252696.2
6422445588677575150
2014Det11
212671.4
520088456835212184
Totals 107
16320081.5
643 3 4851485340612432281283770
Postseason Total1-1920-2930-3940-4950+PAT
YearTmGM APctLgMAMAMAMAMAMAPts
2011Den24 4100.0
4100221111003315
2012Den10 10.0-0000000001555
2013Den35 683.3
5411111112115520
2014Det12 2100.0
390000220000228
Totals 7111384.6
541133442312151548
2014 (DET)Total1-1920-2930-3940-4950+PAT
DateOppGM A PctLgMAMAMAMAMAMAPts
9/8NYG
NOT WITH TEAM
9/14
at Car
NOT WITH TEAM
9/21
GBNOT WITH TEAM
9/28
at NYJ
NOT WITH TEAM
10/5
BUF
NOT WITH TEAM
10/12
at Min
11 333.3
520000000112225
10/19
NO11 1100.0
210011000000336
10/26
at Atl
13 3100.0
4800220011001110
11/9MIA12 366.6
500011000111228
11/16
at Ari
12 2100.0500011000011006
11/23
at NE
13 475.0
490011002201009
11/27
CHI12 2100.0
4600000022004410
12/7TB 12 2100.0
4600110011004410
12/14
MIN13 3100.0
3300112200001110
12/21
at Chi
12 366.6
390000230000228
12/28
at GB
10 00.000000000000222
Totals 11
212680.8
520088456835212184
PostseasonTotal1-1920-2930-3940-4950+PAT
DateOppGM APctLgMAMAMAMAMAMAPts
1/4at Dal
12 2100.0
390000220000228
Totals 12 2100.0
390000220000228
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
69 - XAVIER PROCTOR
Defensive Tackle
North Carolina CentralEllicott City, Md.
Year: 1
Ht: 6-6
Wt: 318
Born: 11/1/90
Draft: FA-Det ‘13
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions to the practice squad on August 31, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Lions to the practice squad on September 1, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an undrafted rookie free agent on July 31, 2013.
PRO
Lengthy defensive tackle who participated in the 2013 Detroit Lions’ rookie minicamp and has spent his first two NFL
seasons as a member of the team’s practice squad.
2014: Member of the 2014 practice squad. Placed on Practice Squad Reserve/Injured on October 8, 2014.
2013: Member of the 2013 practice squad.
COLLEGE
2012: Started all 11 games on the Eagles’ defensive front his senior season.
¾¾ Named All-MEAC Second Team. Compiled 42 total tackles (21 solo), including 10.5 hits for a loss with four sacks, along
with two pass break-ups.
¾¾ Amassed career-high nine tackles, including two hits for a loss with a sack, against Delaware State (11/3).
¾¾ Posted six stops (five solo), including a career-best 3.5 tackles for loss with 2.5 sacks, vs. Hampton (10/18) during
nationally-televised ESPNU Thursday night contest.
¾¾ Named to Preseason All-MEAC Second Team as a defensive lineman. Selected by Phil Steele’s 2012 College Football
Preview magazine, as an All-MEAC Second Team defensive lineman.
PERSONAL
Attended Mount Hebron High School in Ellicott City, Md.
¾¾ Wants to be a high school history teacher and football coach; then eventually a principal.
¾¾ Son of James & Erica LeMon.
¾¾ Born November 1, 1990 in Morgantown, W. Va.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
27 - GLOVER QUIN
Safety
New Mexico
Summit, Miss.
Year: 7
Ht: 6-0
Wt: 207
Born: 1/15/86
Draft: ’09, R4 (112)-Hou Acquired: UFA-Hou ’13
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: GLOW-ver
¾¾ Pro Bowl: 2015
¾¾ Associated Press All-Pro: Second Team 2014.
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a five-year contract on March 13, 2013.
¾¾ Drafted by the Houston Texans in the fourth round (112th overall) of the 2009 NFL Draft.
PRO
Seventh-year safety that brings an experienced skill set to the Lions’ secondary after spending four seasons with the
Houston Texans (2009-12). Aligned with fellow S James Ihedigbo as one of the top veteran defensive back combinations
in the League and earned the first Pro Bowl nod of his career following the 2014 season. With seven interceptions to cap
off 2014, Quin became the first Lions player to lead the NFL in interceptions since Hall of Fame CB Lem Barney in 1967
when he registered 10 during his exceptional rookie campaign. He is also the first Lions defensive player to record seven
interceptions in a season since S Kurt Schulz (7) in 2000.
¾¾ Quin is now the fourth Lions defensive player (fifth time) to lead the NFL in interceptions during a season.
2014: Had a breakout season in which he finished third on the team in total tackles with 73 (57 solo), and also tallied 10
pass breakups and a League-leading seven interceptions (117).
¾¾ Recorded four tackles, defended two passes and grabbed an interception in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8). This is
the second consecutive season he recorded a pick in the opener (2013).
¾¾ Recorded four tackles (two solo) in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Registered eight tackles in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Posted five tackles, including one for loss, in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Posted two tackles and an interception in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12). With two interceptions this season, he now has
2+ interceptions in four of his six NFL seasons, including each of the past three years.
¾¾ Recorded six tackles, one interception and defended one pass in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Registered a team-high eight tackles in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Posted one tackle in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/09).
¾¾ Registered three tackles and defended one pass in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Posted eight tackles in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Registered seven tackles, one interception and defended one pass in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27). He totaled a new
career-high four interceptions, breaking his previous best of three set twice before (2010, 2013).
¾¾ Posted two tackles, one interception, and defended three passes in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
¾¾ Registered three tackles, including one for loss, one interception and defended one pass in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Recorded two tackles, his League-leading seventh interception and defended one pass in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
¾¾ Totaled eight tackles (seven solo) in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Posted two tackles in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Started all 16 games in his first season in Detroit, and totaled 57 tackles (44 solo), two sacks (20 yards), three
interceptions (57 yards), nine pass defenses, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery.
¾¾ In his Detroit Lions debut in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8), posted two solo tackles, including one tackle for loss, one pass
defense and returned an interception 15 yards.
¾¾ Finished second on the team in tackles with six (all solo) in Week 2 at Arizona (9/15).
¾¾ Posted six solo tackles and one fumble recovery in Week 3 at Washington (9/22).
¾¾ Returned an interception a career-long 42 yards and posted one solo tackle and two pass defenses vs. Chicago (9/29).
¾¾ Finished tied for third on the team in tackles with six (all solo) in Week 5 at Green Bay (10/6).
¾¾ Posted four tackles (one solo) in Week 6 at Cleveland (10/13).
¾¾ Recorded one solo tackle and one pass defense in Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20).
¾¾ Posted two solo tackles in Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27).
¾¾ Had three tackles (two solo) in Week 10 at Chicago (11/10).
¾¾ Posted three tackles (two solo) and one pass defense in Week 11 at Pittsburgh (11/17) before leaving the game in the
second half with an ankle injury.
¾¾ Picked up his second career sack (13 yards) and posted four tackles (two solo), including one tackle for loss, and one
quarterback hit in Week 12 vs. Tampa Bay (11/24).
¾¾ Had one solo tackle in Week 13 vs. Green Bay (11/28).
¾¾ Posted five tackles (three solo) in Week 14 at Philadelphia (12/8).
¾¾ Recorded four solo tackles, one sack (seven yards) that forced a fumble, and one pass defense in Week 15 vs. Baltimore
(12/16).
¾¾ Picked off a pass by Giants QB Eli Manning and posted five tackles (four solo) and two pass defenses in Week 16 vs.
New York Giants (12/22).
¾¾ Totaled four tackles (one solo) in Week 17 at Minnesota (12/29).
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
COLLEGE
Played in 36 career games with 34 starts while at New Mexico. Finished his career with 156 tackles, a school-record 32
pass break-ups and seven interceptions.
¾¾ Earned consensus First Team All-MWC honors in 2008 after being named an Honorable Mention pick his first two years
¾¾ Named 2007 First Team All-MWC selection when he helped lead the Lobos pass defense to a No. 20 national ranking
¾¾ Graduated with a degree in business administration in December 2008.
PERSONAL
Attended North Pike High School in Summit, Miss. where he was a four-year letterman in football and basketball and was
the Jaguars’ team MVP in both sports as a senior.
¾¾ Totaled 2,552 rushing yards, 224 tackles and 13 interceptions in his prep career
¾¾ Played for head coach Adam Barron and received the U.S. Army Scholar-Athlete Award.
QUIN’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:.................................................................................. 13 at Jac 11/14/10
Interceptions:.........................................................................3 vs. Ten 11/28/10
Interception Return Yards:................................................56 vs. Min 12/14/14
Pass Defenses:......................................................................5 vs. Ten 11/28/10
Forced Fumbles..................................... 1 (four times) Last vs. Bal 12/16/13
Fumble Recoveries:................................1 (four times) Last at Was 9/22/13
Sacks:....................................................1 (three times) Last vs. Bal 12/16/13
QUIN’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm G S TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR STT
2009Hou15
126454100.0000011004
2010Hou1616 8571140.00 3 120 141 2 0
2011Hou16
167759180.000009010
2012Hou1616 8464201.08 2 220 132 0 0
2013Det 1616 5744132.0203 570 8 1 1 0
2014Det16
167357160.007117
010000
Totals 9592 440349913.028152080 654 4 4
Postseason
Year Tm G S TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR STT
2011Hou22 8620.000000000
2012Hou22 7340.000003000
2014Det11 2200.000000000
Totals 55 171160.0
00003000
2014 (DET)
Date Opp G S TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR YdsTD
9/8NYG11 5410.00118010000
9/14at Car
11 4220.0000000000
9/21GB11 0000.0000000000
9/28at NYJ
11 8260.0000000000
10/5BUF11 5410.0000000000
10/12
at Min
11 3300.00120010000
10/19
NO11 6510.00123010000
10/26
at Atl
11 8800.0000000000
11/9MIA11 1100.0000000000
11/16
at Ari
11 3210.0000010000
11/23
at NE
11 8800.0000000000
11/27
CHI11 7520.0010010000
12/7TB 11 2200.0010030000
12/14
MIN11 3300.00156010000
12/21
at Chi
11 2110.0010010000
12/28
at GB
11 8710.0000000000
Totals 16
167357160.0
07117
0100000
Postseason
Date Opp G S TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR YdsTD
1/4at Dal
11 2200.0000000000
Totals 11 2200.0
000000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
63 - MANNY RAMIREZ
Guard/Center
Texas Tech
Houston, Texas
Year: 9
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 325
Born: 2/13/83
Draft: ‘07, R4 (117)-Det Acquired: T-Den ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Traded to the Detroit Lions as part of a trade for a 2015 first-round draft pick from Denver on April 30, 2015.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Broncos as an unrestricted free agent to a two-year extension on September 11, 2013.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Broncos as an unrestricted free agent on March 22, 2012.
¾¾ Signed by the Denver Broncos as a free agent on January 4, 2011.
¾¾ Released by the Lions on October 6, 2010.
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the fourth round (117th overall) of the 2007 NFL Draft.
PRO
Ninth-year offensive lineman who returns for his second stint with the Lions after beginning his career in Detroit as a
fourth-round draft pick (117th overall) in 2007. Spent the last four seasons with the Denver Broncos (2011-14) and has
started 58 of his 67 career games in the NFL. Has also started in four of the seven postseason games he has played in.
2014: Started all 16 regular season games for the second-consecutive season, including at center for the first eight games
before making the switch to the starting right guard for the final eight regular season games. Member of a Broncos offensive
line that helped Denver allow the fewest sacks (17) in the NFL while also ranking fourth in total offense (402.9 yards per game).
2013: Opened all 16 regular season games and all three playoff contests at center for the Broncos and was a key cog in
an offensive line unit that allowed the fewest sacks in the NFL (20), as well as the most games allowing zero sacks (six).
¾¾ Part of an offensive line group that received a collective Offensive Player of the Week honor by Sports Illustrated’s
Peter King for its performance in which it allowed zero sacks and zero quarterback hits against the NFL’s top-ranked
defense vs. Kansas City (11/17).
¾¾ Offensive line held the Patriots to zero sacks and zero quarterback hits in Denver’s AFC Championship Game win vs.
New England (1/19).
COLLEGE
Part of the nation’s most explosive aerial attack during his four seasons at Texas Tech (2003-06) as the Red Raiders led
the nation with 398.9 passing yards per game during that span. Earned multiple All Big-12 Conference honors following
his senior year and established a school lifting record with his 550-pound bench press.
PERSONAL
Was a First Team All-District 20-5A selection in his final two seasons at Willowridge High School in Houston.
¾¾ Majored in exercise sport science at Texas Tech.
RAMIREZ’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS
2007 Det 10
2008 Det 43
2009 Det 1312
2010 Det 00
2011 Den20
2012 Den 1511
2013 Den 1616
2014 Den 1616
Totals 6758
Postseason
Year Tm GS
2011 Den20
2012 Den10
2013 Den33
2014 Den11
Totals 7 4
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
97 - CARAUN REID
Defensive Tackle
Princeton
Bronx, N.Y.
Year: 2
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 298
Born: 11/23/91
Draft: ’14, R5 (158)-Det
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: car-AWN
TRANSACTIONS
PRO
A sturdy defensive tackle at 6-2, 306 pounds, Reid joined the Lions defensive line as a fifth-round draft pick in 2014 and
only the 14th player in Princeton history ever to be drafted in the NFL
2014: One of the few rookies among the Lions’ group of defensive tackles, Reid learned from one of the League’s most
dominant defensive units in 2014 and provided key depth to the defensive line unit as a whole. Finished his rookie campaign
with two tackles and one pass defense in the 12 games he played.
¾¾ Entered Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8) in a reserve role along the defensive line and contributed in a rotational role
throughout the first nine weeks of the season.
¾¾ Saw significant playing time in Week 9 vs. Atlanta (10/26) filling in for injured DT Nick Fairley.
COLLEGE
Started 37-of-40 games at Princeton, finishing his collegiate career with 168 tackles (75 solo), 20.5 sacks (135 yards),
one forced fumble, two fumble recoveries, 10 pass defenses and one interception. Also recorded seven blocked kicks and
one safety during his time as a Tiger. Among active NCAA Football Championship Subdivision players, Reid placed 15th for
tackle-for-loss yardage (176), as well as 11th in sacks (20.5).
¾¾ Reid’s performance at Princeton earned him All-Ivy League honors three times in his five seasons, as he became only
the fourth Tiger to do so in a career and the first since Matt Evans (1996-98).
PERSONAL
Attended Mount St. Michael (N.Y.) Academy, where he was a two-time all-league selection as a defensive lineman. As a
senior and second-year team captain, Reid received all-city and all-state recognition and was the recipient of the school’s
Monsignor Matthew Peters student-athlete award.
¾¾ Majored in education with an interest in medicine at Princeton.
REID’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:......................................................................................2 at NYJ 9/28/14
REID’S CAREER STATISTICS
2014Det
12
02020.000001000
Totals 12
02020.0
00001000
Postseason
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
1
00000.000000000
9/14at Car
1
00000.000000000
9/21GB1
00000.000000000
9/28at NYJ
1
02020.000000000
10/5BUF
1
00000.000000000
10/12
at Min
1
00000.000000000
10/19
NO1
00000.000000000
10/26
at Atl
1
00000.000000000
11/9MIA
1
00000.000000000
11/16
at Ari
1
00000.000000000
11/23
at NE
1
00000.000001000
11/27
CHI
1
00000.000000000
12/7 TB 00 INACTIVE
12/21 at CHi 0 0 INACTIVE
12/28
at GB
0
0
INACTIVE
Totals 12
02020.0
00001000
Postseason
1/4at Dal
0
0
INACTIVE
Totals 0
0000000000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
71 - RILEY REIFF
Tackle
Iowa Parkston, S.D.
Year: 4
Ht: 6-6
Wt: 308
Born: 12/1/88
Draft: ’12, R1 (23)-Det
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: REEF
¾¾ Voted by his teammates for the Mel Farr Rookie of the Year Award in 2012.
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the first round (23rd overall) of the 2012 NFL Draft.
PRO
Fourth-year tackle who took over the Lions’ starting left tackle duties after earning considerable playing time as a first-round
draft choice in 2012. Possesses natural force and size that will continue to anchor the Lions offensive line for years to come.
2014: Started his mainstay at left tackle in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8) and provided protection that led to 20 first
downs. Missed the first game of his young NFL career due to injury on Thanksgiving Day vs. Chicago (11/27), but rebounded
to start all 15 games he played in.
¾¾ Anchored the left side of the line that helped gain 20 first downs in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Started at left tackle in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28) and helped the Lions average 5.5 yards per offensive play.
¾¾ Contributed to an offensive line effort that helped the offense average 4.6 yards per play in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Paved the way for Detroit’s offense to gain 21 first downs in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Contributed to an offensive line effort that allowed QB Matthew Stafford to pass for 325 yards in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Paved the way for Detroit’s offense to average 5.2 yards per rushing play in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Paved the way for Detroit’s rushing attack to gain a then-season-high 113 yards rushing in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
¾¾ In Week 16 at Chicago (12/21), added to an offensive line haul that helped Detroit gain 22 first downs and a season-high
138 rushing yards.
¾¾ Paved the way for the Lions to offense to gain 23 first downs in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Helped the Lions gain 5.9 yards per offensive play in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Starting left tackle who started all 16 games and helped pave the way for 15 rushing touchdowns and an average of
392.1 net yards per game, the sixth-best mark in the league. Part of unit that ranked second in the NFL in sacks allowed (23).
¾¾ Part of the Lions offensive line in Week 3 at Washington (9/22) that helped Detroit’s offense gain 448 yards and score
three touchdowns against the Redskins while allowing just one sack.
¾¾ Contributed to an offensive line effort that helped the Lions churn up 159 yards on the ground in Week 4 vs. Chicago (9/29).
¾¾ Paved the way for Detroit’s offense to gain 118 yards on the ground as the line allowed just one sack in Week 6 at
Cleveland (10/13).
¾¾ In Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20), added to an offensive line effort that helped Detroit’s offense gain 434 yards and score
three touchdowns against the Bengals, while not allowing a sack.
¾¾ Key cog in the offensive line play that helped the Lions set a franchise single-game record by accumulating 638 total
offensive yards (143 rushing, 480 passing) in Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27). They broke the previous record of 591 yards vs.
New York Yanks November 23, 1950
• It was the first time in team history that the Lions offense accumulated over 600 total yards in a game.
COLLEGE
Started in 37-of-39 games in his three-year career at Iowa and was one of five juniors named to the 2011 Leadership Group.
¾¾ As a senior in 2011, named First Team All-American by Pro Football Weekly, Third Team All-American by College Football
Madness and Fourth Team All-American by Phil Steele as a junior. Also received Honorable Mention All-American by SI.com
as well as First Team All-Big Ten by coaches and media. Started all 13 games at left tackle for the Hawkeyes that season.
¾¾ As a sophomore Reiff started at right tackle where the Iowa offense gained 403 yards of total offense in the team’s
24-14 FedEx Orange Bowl win over Georgia Tech in 2010, the Hawkeyes’ first major bowl win since the 1959 Rose Bowl.
PERSONAL
Named South Dakota Gatorade Player of the Year as a senior captain at Parkston High School and was a two-time South
Dakota Elite 45 team selection under head coach Jon Mitchel.
¾¾ Received First Team All-State honors at defensive end as a sophomore and junior, as well as First Team All-State
honors at tight end as a senior.
¾¾ Recorded 261 career tackles, 23 sacks and eight interceptions. Also caught 27 passes for 321 yards and nine touchdowns.
REIFF’S CAREER STATISTICS
YearTm G S
2012 Det 168
2013 Det 1616
2014 Det 1515
Totals
47 39
Postseason
YearTm G S
2014Det 1 1
Totals
1 1
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
25 - THEO RIDDICK
Running Back
Notre Dame
Manville, N.J.
Year: 3
Ht: 5-9
Wt: 201
Born: 5/4/91
Draft: ’13, R6 (199)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
PRO
Third-year running back who brings excellent quickness, balance and ability to create in space to the Lions’ revamped
rushing attack alongside RB Joique Bell.
2014: Saw an increased role on offense, specifically in the passing game, in his second NFL season, finishing the year with
20 carries for 51 yards and 34 receptions for 316 yards and four touchdowns. His 34 receptions were tied with fellow RB
Joique Bell for fourth on the team and his four touchdown receptions were tied for second with WR Golden Tate.
¾¾ Started off the 2014 season in a reserve role for the RB position, but also recorded one tackle on special teams in Week
¾¾ Had three carries for 16 yards in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Carried the ball one time for two yards before leaving the game early with an injury in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Had three carries for six yards along with five receptions for 75 yards and his first-career touchdown reception in Week
6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Caught eight passes for 74 yards and a TD and carried the ball three times for five yards in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
His one-handed catch across the middle in the fourth quarter set up the Lions’ game-winning drive that was capped
off with a K Matt Prater field goal.
¾¾ Had two receptions for five yards and the game-winning touchdown in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/09).
¾¾ Caught three passes for 24 yards while also carrying the ball twice for two yards in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Had three receptions for 40 yards in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Caught six passes for 54 yards in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Hauled in two passes for 10 yards in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
¾¾ Recorded five receptions for 34 yards and a touchdown in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Hauled in four passes for 39 yards in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Saw action in 14 games in his rookie campaign, highlighted by his go-ahead rushing touchdown vs. New York Giants
(12/22) in Week 17. Totaled nine rushes for 25 yards and one touchdown, four receptions for 26 yards, one kick return for
12 yards and seven solo special teams tackles.
¾¾ Saw action primarily on special teams in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8) and in Week 2 at Arizona (9/15).
COLLEGE
A multi-dimensional weapon at running back, slot receiver and kick returner in his four years with the Fighting Irish offense,
Riddick played in 45 games (26 starts), including nine at tailback and 17 at slot receiver. Finished his career with 224 carries
for 1,169 yards (4.79 avg) and five touchdowns, as well as 120 receptions for 1,263 yards (10.53 avg) at 10 touchdowns.
¾¾ Altogether, touched the ball 414 times for a combined total of 3,482 all-purpose yards (77.38 per game) in his career.
PERSONAL
Attended Immaculata (Somerville, N.J.) High School where he played football for head coach Pierce Frauenheim as a
standout running back, receiver, defensive back and return specialist. Led the Spartans to a perfect 12-0 record on their
way to capturing a state title during his sophomore season in 2006.
¾¾ Closed his prep career with 4,042 rushing yards and 52 touchdowns. On defense, he recorded 50 tackles, three interceptions
and six pass breakups.
RIDDICK’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Receptions................................................................................ 8 at Atl 10/26/14
Receiving Yards:...................................................................75 at Min 10/12/14
Long Reception:...................................................................41 at Min 10/12/14
Receiving Touchdowns:......................... 1 (four times) Last at GB 12/28/14
Rushing Attempts:.....................................................................4 at Phi 12/8/13
Rushing Yards:........................................................................ 16 vs. GB 9/21/14
Long Rush..................................................................................9 at NE 11/23/14
Rushing Touchdowns:.........................................................1 vs. NYG 12/22/13
Total Touchdowns:................................. 1 (four times) Last at GB 12/28/14
RIDDICK’S CAREER STATISTICS
RUSHINGRECEIVING
Year Tm G S Att YdsAvgLg TD RecYdsAvgLg TD TYds
2013Det14
0 9252.8714266.58051
2014Det 142 20512.69 0 343169.3414 367
Totals 282 29762.69 1 383429.0414 418
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
Postseason RUSHINGRECEIVING
Date Tm G S Att YdsAvgLg TD RecYdsAvgLg TD TYds
2014Det10 000.0004399.815039
Totals 10 000.0
004399.8
15039
2014 (DET) RUSHINGRECEIVING
Date Opp G S Att YdsAvgLg TD RecYdsAvgLg TD TYds
9/8NYG10 144.040000.0004
9/14at Car
10 100.000000.0000
9/21GB10 3165.360000.00016
9/28at NYJ
10 122.020000.0002
10/5BUF0 0 INACTIVE
10/12
at Min
10 362.03057515.0
41181
10/19NO 0 0 INACTIVE
10/26
at Atl
10 351.7508749.320179
11/9MIA11 300.030252.511t
15
11/16
at Ari
10 222.0203248.016026
11/23
at NE
10 2126.09034013.3
18052
11/27
CHI10 000.0006549.019054
12/7TB 10 000.000000.0000
12/14
MIN11 144.040000.0000
12/21
at Chi
10 000.0002105.010010
12/28
at GB
10 000.0005346.821134
Totals 142 20512.69 0 343160.0414 367
Postseason RUSHINGRECEIVING
Date Opp G S Att YdsAvgLg TD RecYdsAvgLg TD TYds
1/4at Dal
10 000.0004399.815039
Totals 10 000.0
004399.8
15039
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
70 - COREY ROBINSON
Tackle
South Carolina
Havelock, N.C.
Year: Rookie
Ht: 6-7
Wt: 316
Born: 5/21/92
Draft: ‘15, R7 (240)-Det
Complete biographical information available on Detroitlions.com
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the seventh round (240th overall) of the 2015 NFL Draft.
PRO
Massive offensive tackle who comes to Detroit following a decorated career at South Carolina where he protected the left
side of the offensive line. Expected to provide valuable depth along the Lions’ young rotation of tackles that includes T
Riley Reiff, T LaAdrian Waddle and T Cornelius Lucas.
COLLEGE
Began his college career at South Carolina as a transition player from offensive line to defensive line, before permanently
switching back to offensive line as a redshirt sophomore in 2012. Logged 35 career starts in 38 games during his time as
a Gamecock.
2014: Started every game in 2014 as a senior, marking his third-consecutive year as a starter along the offensive line. Was
named a preseason Second Team All-SEC selection by the SEC media and coaches.
¾¾ Named SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week vs. Georgia.
2013: Started all 13 games at left tackle as a redshirt junior and was a member of the SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll.
2012: Returned from a brief stint on the defensive line to his more familiar side of the ball as he worked his way into the
starting lineup at tackle.
¾¾ Made his first-career start at left tackle against Missouri.
¾¾ Started nine of the final 10 games of the season.
2011: Transitioned from offensive line to defensive line in spring ball. Did not see any game action.
2010: Redshirted as a true freshman.
PERSONAL
Played his high school football for coach Bob Bryant at Havelock (N.C.) High School, graduating in 2010. Played mostly
offensive guard, but saw action along all five positions on the offensive line and some defensive line. Selected to play in
the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas.
¾¾ Rated as a three-star prospect by Rivals.
¾¾ Earned a degree in hotel, restaurant and tourism management from South Carolina.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
12 - JEREMY ROSS
Wide Receiver
California Sacramento, Calif.
Year: 3
Ht: 6-0
Wt: 217
Born: 3/16/88
Draft: FA-NE ‘11
Acquired: FA ’13
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions as an exclusive rights free agent on April 20, 2015.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions as an exclusive rights free agent on April 7, 2014.
¾¾ Signed to the Lions active roster on October 19, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions to the practice squad on October 8, 2013.
¾¾ Released by the Packers on September 23, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Packers to active roster on December 1, 2012.
¾¾ Signed by the Green Bay Packers to the practice squad on October 17, 2012.
¾¾ Released by the Colts on August 31, 2012.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Colts to a Reserve/Future contract on January 5, 2012.
¾¾ Signed by the Indianapolis Colts to the practice squad on September 28, 2011.
¾¾ Signed by the New England Patriots as an undrafted rookie free agent on July 27, 2011.
PRO
Third-year wide receiver and return man who brings athleticism and speed to the Lions receiving corps. Established
himself as Detroit’s go-to threat on special teams in 2013 after spending time with the Green Bay Packers and on the
Lions practice squad.
¾¾ At Philadelphia (12/8/13), Ross became the second player in Lions history to register a punt return touchdown (58
yards) and kickoff return touchdown (98 yards) in the same game. He joined RB Eddie Payton (vs. Minnesota December
17, 1977) as the only Lions players to accomplish this feat.
• Ross is the 13th player (14th player including playoffs) in NFL history to score a punt return and kickoff return
touchdown in the same game. He is the first player (regular season) to return a punt and kickoff for touchdown in a
game since Miami WR Ted Ginn, Jr. vs. Seattle September 11, 2011.
• Ross also became the fourth player in team history to record two total kick returns for touchdowns. Along with
Payton and Drummond, Hall of Fame CB Jack Christensen recorded two punt return touchdowns in a game twice in
his career (vs. Los Angeles, October 14, 1951; vs. Green Bay, November 22, 1951).
2014: Finished his second season in Detroit with 24 receptions for 314 yards and one touchdown. As a return man, totaled
32 punt returns for 284 yards (8.9 avg) and 23 kickoff returns for 584 yards (25.4 avg).
¾¾ Returned three punts for 11 yards in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8).
¾¾ Caught two passes for 65 yards and a touchdown in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Returned two kicks for 48 yards and caught one pass for 12 yards in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Caught one pass for eight yards and returned four punts for 31 yards in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Had three receptions for 32 yards in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Recorded three receptions for 31 yards in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Caught one pass for five yards and returned four kickoffs for 102 yards (25.5 avg.) in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9).
¾¾ Caught three passes for 35 yards in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Returned two kickoffs for 67 yards (33.5 avg) in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/07).
¾¾ Returned five kickoffs for 126 yards (25.2 avg) and caught two passes for 33 yards in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
2013: Took over as the Lions’ return man midway through the season after spending the first three weeks of the season
with Green Bay and one week on the Lions’ practice squad. Ended the year with six receptions for 67 yards (11.2 avg)
and one touchdown, two rushes for 40 yards, 17 punt returns for 263 yards (15.5 avg) and one touchdown and 21 kickoff
returns for 514 yards (24.5 avg) and one touchdown. Breakout performance came in eight inches of snow at Philadelphia
(12/8) where he became the second player in Lions history to register a punt return touchdown (58 yards) and kickoff return
touchdown (98 yards) in the same game.
¾¾ In eight inches of snow at Philadelphia (12/8), Ross became the second player in Lions history to register a punt return
touchdown (58 yards) and kickoff return touchdown (98 yards) in the same game. Ross joins RB Eddie Payton (vs.
Minnesota December 17, 1977) as the only Lions players to accomplish this feat.
• Ross’ 58-yard punt return touchdown was the first by the Lions since WR Eddie Drummond recorded two fourthquarter punt returns at Jacksonville November 14, 2004. Ross became the first Lions kick returner to record two
total kick returns (punt or kickoff) since Drummond in 2004.
• Ross’ 243 total kick return yards are the most by a Lions returner since Drummond registered 257 at Jacksonville
November 14, 2004.
¾¾ Returned a Giants punt 50 yards to the New York 30-yard line in the third quarter to set up a Lions touchdown drive in
Week 16 vs. New York Giants (12/22). Also had one carry for 16 yards and three kick returns for 51 yards.
COLLEGE
Played in 43 games (14 starts) during his four-year career at California. Amassed 57 receptions for 764 yards (13.4 avg)
and three touchdowns, 25 rushes for 201 yards (8.0 avg) and two touchdowns, and 42 kick returns for 851 yards (20.3 avg).
Finished his career ranked No. 2 on the school’s all-time punt return average list with an average of 15.2 yards per return
(31 returns for 471 yards and one touchdown). Totaled 2,287 yards from scrimmage during his career, an average of 53.2
yards per contest
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL
Attended Laguna Creek High School in Elk Grove, Calif. Was an all-region selection by PrepStar and a third-team all-state
choice as a senior.
ROSS’ SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Receptions:............................................... 3 (four times) Last at NE 11/23/14
Receiving Yards:..................................................................65 at NYJ 09/28/14
Long Reception:..................................................................59 at NYJ 09/28/14
Receiving Touchdowns:..........................1 vs. (twice) Last at NYJ 09/28/14
Kick Returns:.............................................................................5 at GB 12/28/14
Kick Return Yards:................................................................172 at Phi 12/8/13
Long Kick Return:..................................................................98t at Phi 12/8/13
Punt Returns:........................................4 (three times) Last at Min 10/12/14
Punt Return Yards:.................................................................. 71 at Phi 12/8/13
Long Punt Return:..................................................................58t at Phi 12/8/13
ROSS’ CAREER STATISTICS
RECEIVINGRUSHING
Year Tm G S RecYdsAvgLg TD Att YdsAvgLg TD
2012GB50 00--000--0
2013GB/Det
132 6 6711.2191 2 4020.0240
2014Det16
1324314
13.1
59t
12-1-0.5
40
Totals 3415 3038112.7
59t2 4 399.8240
Postseason RECEIVINGRUSHING
Year Tm G S RecYdsAvgLg TD Att YdsAvgLg TD
2012GB20 00--000--0
2014Det10 00--000--0
Totals 30 00--000--0
PUNT RETURNSKICKOFF RETURNS
Year Tm PRYds AvgLg TD KR YdsAvgLg TD
2012GB 410325.8580 3 8628.7440
2013 GB/Det17 263 17.058t 1 21 514 24.798t 1
2014Det 322848.9280 2358425.4410
Totals
53 650 12.358t 1 47 118425.298t 1
PostseasonPUNT RETURNSKICKOFF RETURNS
Year Tm PRYds AvgLg TD KR YdsAvgLg TD
2012GB 10 - - 0 2 2814.0280
2014Det10 --0188.080
Totals
2 0 - - 0 3 36 12.028 0
2014 (DET)
RECEIVINGRUSHING
Date Opp G S RecYdsAvgLg TD Att YdsAvgLg TD
9/8NYG11 000.000000.000
9/14at Car
11 22311.5
140000.000
9/21GB10 3206.7801-5-5.0
-50
9/28at NYJ
11 26532.5
59t
1000.000
10/5BUF11 11313.0
130000.000
10/12
at Min
11 188.080000.000
10/19
NO11 33210.7
260000.000
10/26
at Atl
11 33110.3
150000.000
11/9MIA11 155.050000.000
11/16
at Ari
11 177.070000.000
11/23
at NE
11 33511.7
130000.000
11/27
CHI10 13131.0
310000.000
12/7TB 10 000.000144.040
12/14
MIN11 000.000000.000
12/21
at Chi
11 11111.0
110000.000
12/28
at GB
11 23316.5
200000.000
Totals 16
1324314
13.1
59t
12-1-0.5
40
Postseason RECEIVINGRUSHING
Date Opp G S RecYdsAvgLg TD Att YdsAvgLg TD
1/4at Dal
10 000.000000.000
Totals 10 000.0
00000.0
00
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
2014 (DET) PUNT RETURNS KICKOFF RETURNS
Date Opp PRYds AvgLg TD KR YdsAvgLg TD
9/8NYG3113.760000.000
9/14at Car352 17.3260 1 3333.0330
9/21GB 216 8.0120 2 5628.0340
9/28at NYJ
114 14.0140 2 3517.5190
10/5BUF24824.0
280000.000
10/12
at Min
4317.8100000.000
10/19
NO00 0.00024723.5
240
10/26
at Atl
00 0.000000.000
11/9MIA 316 5.3130 4 10225.5280
11/16at Ari216 8.0100 1 2626.0260
11/23
at NE
25 2.54012727.0
270
11/27CHI 214 7.0120 3 6521.7270
12/7TB 211 5.5110 2 6733.5360
12/14
MIN2147.0140000.000
12/21
at Chi
3227.3140000.000
12/28 at GB 1 14 14.014 0 5 126 25.241 0
Totals
32 284 8.9 28 0 23 584 25.441 0
Postseason
Date Opp PRYds AvgLg TD KR YdsAvgLg TD
1/4at Dal
10 0.000188.080
Totals 10 0.0
00188.0
80
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
18 - GREG SALAS
Wide Receiver
Hawaii
Chino, Calif.
Year: 5
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 214
Born: 8/25/88
Draft: ‘11, R4 (112)-Stl Acquired: UFA-NYJ ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an unrestricted free agent on May 13, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the New York Jets from the Eagles practice squad on October 15, 2013.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Eagles to the practice squad on September 1, 2013.
¾¾ Released by the Eagles on August 31, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Philadelphia Eagles as a free agent on November 23, 2012.
¾¾ Released by the Patriots on November 22, 2012.
¾¾ Signed by the Patriots to the active roster from the practice squad on November 17, 2012.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Patriots to the practice squad on September 20, 2012.
¾¾ Released by the Patriots on September 9, 2012.
¾¾ Traded to the New England Patriots in exchange for a 2015 draft selection on September 1, 2012.
¾¾ Drafted by the St. Louis Rams in the fourth round (112th overall) of the 2011 NFL Draft.
PRO
Fifth-year wideout who joins the Lions receiving corps as a free agent in 2015 after previous stints with the St. Louis Rams,
New England Patriots, Philadelphia Eagles and New York Jets. In 25 career games (two starts), has totaled 43 receptions
for 574 yards, as well as two carries for 28 yards and one touchdown.
2014: Played in a career-high 10 games (two starts) with the Jets in 2014, finishing with eight receptions for 167 yards.
Also carried the ball once for 20 yards and a score.
¾¾ Started his first career game at San Diego (10/5) and finished the game with two receptions for 12 yards.
¾¾ Scored his first career NFL touchdown on a 20-yard carry in Week 13 vs. Miami (12/1).
COLLEGE
Concluded his collegiate career at Hawaii ranked first on the school’s all-time list for receiving yards (4,345) and third in
receptions (285). In four seasons with the Warriors, started 40-of-49 games and totaled 26 receiving touchdowns. His 4,345
receiving yards ranked third in WAC history and sixth in the NCAA record books.
¾¾ As a senior, named an All-American third team selection by multiple outlets after racking up 119 catches for 1,889 yards
and 14 touchdowns. His 119 receptions surpassed Davone Bess’ Hawaii record (108 receptions in 2007) and ranked
second in WAC history.
PERSONAL
Was an all-league selection as a defensive back and wide receiver at Chino (Calif.) High School where he also lettered in
track and field.
¾¾ Graduated from Hawaii with a degree in sociology.
¾¾ Son of Teri Maldonado and Mark Salas.
SALAS’ SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Receptions:................................................................................8 at GB 10/16/11
Receiving Yards:.................................................................... 77 at GB 10/16/11
Long Reception:.....................................................................51 vs. Chi 9/22/14
Rushing Attempts:...........................................1 (twice) Last vs. Mia 12/1/14
Rushing Yards:.......................................................................20 vs. Mia 12/1/14
Long Rush: ........................................................................... 20t vs. Mia 12/1/14
Rushing Touchdowns:............................................................ 1 vs. Mia 12/1/14
SALAS’ CAREER STATISTICS
RECEIVINGRUSHING
2011Stl6
027264
9.8210188.080
2012NE1
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2013NYJ
8
08143
17.9
440000.000
2014NYJ
10
28167
20.9
51012020.0
20t
1
Totals 252 43 574 13.351.00 2 28 14.020t 1
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23 - DARIUS SLAY
Cornerback
Mississippi State
Brunswick, Ga.
Year: 3
Ht: 6-0
Wt:190
Born: 1/1/91
Draft: ’13, R2 (36)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
PRO
Third-year cornerback who has seen valuable time at right CB while bringing elite athleticism, speed and length to the back
end of the Lions defensive unit. Joined CB Rashean Mathis in 2014 season as one of the team’s starting CBs.
2014: Had a breakout season in only his second year in the League, finishing fifth on the team with 60 tackles (47 solo),
two interceptions and a team-leading 17 pass defenses. His 17 pass defenses tied for ninth in the entire NFL, and ranked
second among all rookie and second-year players this season.
¾¾ Recorded three tackles and defended three passes in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8).
¾¾ Recorded four tackles (three solo) in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Registered six tackles and one pass defense in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Had five tackles, one pass defense and his first-career interception in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Posted five tackles and defended one pass in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Registered two tackles in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Recorded six tackles and defended two passes in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Posted one tackle in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Registered six tackles in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/09).
¾¾ Defended one pass in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Assisted on one tackle in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Posted eight tackles and defended three passes in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Registered four tackles (one for loss) and defended one pass in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/07).
¾¾ Registered five tackles (one on special teams), one interception and defended one pass in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Recorded four tackles and defended two passes in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
¾¾ Had one tackle in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Defended one pass in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Played in 13 games (four starts) in his rookie season, totaling 31 tackles (25 solo) and five pass defenses.
¾¾ Started in rookie debut for the Lions, recorded four solo tackles and one pass defense in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8).
¾¾ Started second consecutive game in Week 2 at Arizona (9/15).
¾¾ Saw action on special teams in Week 3 at Washington (9/22).
¾¾ Tied for second on the team in tackles with seven (six solo) and posted one pass defense in Week 4 vs. Chicago (9/29).
¾¾ Saw action on special teams in Week 5 at Green Bay (10/6).
¾¾ Recorded four tackles (two solo) and one special teams tackle in Week 6 at Cleveland (10/13).
COLLEGE
In two seasons at Mississippi State, played in 26 games, starting 13 contests at cornerback. Finished his career as a
Bulldog with 63 tackles (40 solo), including two tackles for loss, 10 pass defenses, six interceptions (173 yards and two
touchdowns) and one fumble recovery
¾¾ His two interceptions returned for scores are one shy of the school career-record of three that is shared by Johnthan
Banks (2009-12), Derek Pegues (2005-2008) and Corey Broomfield (2009-Present).
¾¾ Turned in the top performance among defensive backs in the 40-yard dash in the 2013 NFL Combine with a 4.36.
2012: Named an Honorable Mention All-American by Pro Football Weekly and received All-Southeastern Conference
Second Team accolades from the league’s coaches, Phil Steele and The NFL Draft Report.
PERSONAL
Attended Brunswick (Ga.) High School, where he was an All-State selection as both a DB and RB, earning defensive honors
from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and offensive accolades from the Georgia Sports Writers Association as a senior.
¾¾ Was an all-state honorable mention as a sophomore, rushing for 1,127 yards on 142 rushes with 13 touchdowns that
season. Also lettered in basketball and was a standout sprinter, competing in the 100- and 200-meter dashes.
SLAY’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:....................................................................................8 vs. Chi 11/27/14
Interceptions:..................................................1 (twice) Last vs. Min 12/14/14
Pass Defenses:................................................3 (twice) Last vs. Chi 11/27/14
SLAY’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm G S TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR YdsTD STT
2013Det13
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2014Det16
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024202200004
Postseason
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2014Det11 0000.00000100001
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2014 (DET)
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9/14at Car
11 4310.00000000000
9/21GB11 6420.00000100000
9/28at NYJ
11 5320.001400100000
10/5BUF11 5500.00000100000
10/12
at Min
11 2200.00000000000
10/19
NO11 6510.00000200000
10/26
at Atl
11 1100.00000000000
11/9MIA11 6330.00000000000
11/16
at Ari
11 0000.00000100000
11/23
at NE
11 1010.00000000000
11/27
CHI11 8620.00000300000
12/7TB 11 4400.00000100000
12/14
MIN11 4400.00120200001
12/21
at Chi
11 4310.00000200000
12/28
at GB
11 1100.00000000000
Totals 16
166047130.0
024201700001
Postseason
Date Opp G S TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR YdsTD STT
1/4at Dal
11 0000.00000100001
Totals 11 0000.0
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9 - MATTHEW STAFFORD
Quarterback
Georgia
Highland Park, Texas
Year: 7
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 226
Born: 2/7/88
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pro Bowl: 2013-14 Alternate, 2015
¾¾ 2011 Associated Press Comeback Player of the Year.
¾¾ Voted by fans the 2012 ESPY for Best Comeback Athlete.
¾¾ Voted by his teammates for the Chuck Hughes Most Improved Player Award in 2011.
¾¾ During the Lions’ dramatic 38-37 last second, come-from-behind win against Cleveland at Ford Field when he set NFL
rookie passing records for yards (422) and tied a record for touchdowns (five), Stafford was mic’d up by NFL Films for that
memorable win. Stafford suffered a shoulder injury on the last timed play of regulation. Following a pass interference
penalty in the end zone and a Browns timeout, Stafford forced himself back on the field for one more throw that resulted
in the game winning touchdown to TE Brandon Pettigrew. As published in the Detroit Free Press: NFL Films president
Steve Sabol said Stafford “earned a lasting place in the cinematic folklore of the NFL.” Stafford was wired for sound when
he suffered an AC joint separation, came back and threw the winning touchdown with no time left against the Browns.
Sabol called it “the most dramatic player wiring ever” -- and NFL Films has wired more than 350 players since 1965.
¾¾ Attended Highland Park High School in Dallas, Texas, the same high school that Lions Hall of Famers QB Bobby Layne
and RB Doak Walker attended. Layne and Walker led the Lions to NFL Championships in 1952 and 1953. Layne also
led the team to the 1957 NFL Championship.
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions to a three-year extension on July 10, 2013.
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured by the Lions December 24, 2010.
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured by the Lions December 26, 2009.
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the first round (1st overall) of the 2009 NFL Draft.
FRANCHISE RECORDS AND NOTES
¾¾ 2014: Thus far, Stafford has led the Lions to 17 victories when trailing or tied in the fourth quarter or overtime. He has
six career game-winning touchdown passes with less than one minute to play in fourth quarter (franchise record) and
six after the two-minute warning.
¾¾ On Stafford’s 30-yard completion to WR Golden Tate in the second quarter at Arizona (11/16/14), he surpassed 20,000
career passing yards. By reaching 20,000 career passing yards in his 71st career game, he set a new NFL record reaching
that mark in the fewest career games (Courtesy Elias Sports Bureau). He broke the previous record set by Hall of Fame
QB Dan Marino who accomplished this feat in 74 career games.
¾¾ On his 59-yard touchdown pass to WR Golden Tate in the Lions’ 22-21 win over Atlanta in London (10/26/14), Stafford
set the franchise’s all-time career passing touchdowns record with his 119th career touchdown pass. He broke the 58year old record held by Hall of Fame QB Bobby Layne (118, 1950-58).
• Stafford broke the Lions career passing touchdowns record in his 69th career game. Layne threw for 118 touchdowns
in 97 career games with the Lions.
¾¾ With a start at Carolina (9/14/14), Stafford started in his 50th-straight game, becoming the first Lions quarterback in team
history to start 50-straight games. In 2013, he set the franchise record when he started in his 43rd-consecutive game.
¾¾ Stafford threw for 217 yards at Green Bay (12/28/14) and finished the 2014 season with 4,257 passing yards. In doing
so, he moved past QB Jon Kitna (4,208 in 2006) for fifth place in Lions history for the most passing yards in a season.
Among the top passers in team history, Stafford now holds four of the top five spots, including: 5,038 in 2011, 4,967 in
2012, 4,650 in 2013 and 4,257 in 2014.
¾¾ Stafford has the four highest seasons for pass attempts (727 in 2012, 663 in 2011, 634 in 2013 and 602 in 2014) in
team history.
¾¾ With 4,257 passing yards in 2014 Stafford joined QB Peyton Manning (5) and Hall of Fame QB Dan Marino (4) as the only
passers in NFL history with four 4,000-yard seasons in a passer’s first six years in the League.
¾¾ 2013: With three touchdowns vs. Green Bay (11/28/13), Stafford became the first passer in club history with 25+
touchdowns in two different seasons (41, 2011; 29, 2013)
¾¾ Stafford threw for 362 yards at Pittsburgh (11/17/13) and set the franchise record for career passing yards previously
set by Hall of Fame QB Bobby Layne (15,710). With 362 yards against the Steelers, he had passed for 16,005 yards
in 55 career games and broke the record on his 79-yard touchdown pass to WR Calvin Johnson in the second quarter.
• Stafford broke Layne’s record, which has stood for 55 seasons (1958), in only his 55th career game. Layne reached
15,710 yards in 97 career games.
• Stafford became the second player in Lions history to throw for 100 career touchdowns. He joined Layne (118) as the
only players in team history to record 100 career touchdown passes.
• Stafford reached 100 passing touchdowns in his 55th career game. Layne tossed his 100th touchdown with the Lions
in his 69th game with the club.
¾¾ With a start at Pittsburgh (11/17/13), Stafford set the franchise record for consecutive starts by a Lions quarterback
with 42, dating back to September 11, 2011. He broke a tie with QB Greg Landry (41) for the most consecutive starts
by a Lions QB in franchise history.
• He also set that same mark for consecutive starts including playoffs (43) by surpassing Landry (42).
¾¾ Stafford threw for 327 yards in the first half at Pittsburgh (11/17/13). His 327-yard first half set a franchise record for
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the most passing yards in the first half of a game by a Lions passer, breaking the previous best of 314 by QB Jon Kitna
at Philadelphia (9/23/07).
¾¾ With Stafford connecting to WR Calvin Johnson on two touchdown passes at Chicago (11/10/13), they combined for 36
touchdown receptions, breaking the franchise record for the most QB-Receiver touchdown combinations in team history.
They broke the previous record of 35 set by QB Scott Mitchell and WR Herman Moore (1994-98).
¾¾ In the Lions’ 31-30 win over Dallas (10/27/13), Stafford passed for 488 yards. It was the second-highest single-game
total in team history and the most in a Lions’ win. Stafford’s 488 passing yards vs. Dallas trails only his 520 yards at
Green Bay January 1, 2012.
• Stafford’s 488 passing yards was his sixth 400-yard game and 21st 300-yard game of his career. Stafford holds six
of the team’s nine 400+-yard games in franchise history.
• His 488 passing yards are the most at home by a Lions quarterback in team history.
¾¾ Stafford’s four touchdown passes at Cleveland (10/13/13) gave him his 13th career game with 3+ touchdown passes,
which set a franchise record for the most career games with 3+ touchdown passes. He surpassed Layne who tallied
12 during his career with the Lions.
¾¾ 2012: Stafford’s 37 completions vs. Atlanta (12/22/12) established a new Lions single-game record. Stafford (at GB
1/1/12) and QB Charlie Batch (at Ari 11/8/01) held the previous record of 36.
¾¾ With 435 completions in 2012, Stafford broke his own team single-season franchise record of 421 completions set in 2011.
¾¾ Stafford reached 1,000 pass completions the fastest in Lions’ history by doing so in his 41st career game vs. Indianapolis
in 2012 (12/2). Layne reached 1,000 completions in 86 games and Mitchell accomplished this in 55 games.
¾¾ Stafford set a new Lions record on Thanksgiving Day in 2012 vs. Houston (11/22) with 441 yards on 31-of-61 passing.
¾¾ 2009-11: The 24-point comeback at Dallas (10/2/11) was the third 20+-point comeback of his career, and second in
consecutive weeks, making the Lions the only team to do so in NFL history. Stafford now joins Hall of Fame QB Bobby
Layne as the only quarterbacks in team history to lead the Lions back to victories from 24-point deficits. Stafford led
the team’s only 24-point comeback on the road.
• With the 24-point comeback on the road, the Lions tied an NFL record for the largest comeback by a road team,
accomplished three previous times. The last 24-point comeback occurred December 6, 1992 when the Los Angeles
Rams won at Tampa Bay 31-27 after trailing by 24 points.
¾¾ The 20-point comeback at Minnesota (9/25/11) was the second 20+-point comeback Stafford engineered during his
career. In 2009, he helped bring the Lions back from 21 points down vs. Cleveland (11/22/09) at Ford Field. The comeback
against the Vikings was also the Lions largest halftime deficit to overcome in team history (20 points).
¾¾ He and Hall of Fame QB Bobby Layne are the only quarterbacks in team history to engineer 20+-point comebacks in
team history (regular season). Layne engineered the largest comeback ever by bringing the Lions back from 24 points
down vs. Baltimore (10/20/57). In the postseason, the Lions also came back from a 20-point deficit at San Francisco
December 22, 1957, quarterbacked by Tobin Rote, to claim a 31-27 win after training 27-7 in the third quarter. The playoff
game is known in Lions history as the “Comeback at Kezar.”
NFL RECORDS AND NOTES
¾¾ 2014: Stafford, with 4,257 yards in 2014, reached 4,000 yards on the season and recorded his fourth career 4,000-yard
season, an accomplishment he has done for the fourth-straight year (5,038 in 2011; 4,967 in 2012; 4,650 in 2013; 4,257
in 2014). With 4,000+ passing yards this year, Stafford joined QB Peyton Manning (5) and Hall of Fame QB Dan Marino
(4) as the only passers in NFL history with four 4,000-yard seasons in a passer’s first six years in the League.
• Stafford is the second passer, along with Manning, in history to record four-straight 4,000-yard seasons during
the player’s first six NFL seasons. He is one of six quarterbacks overall in NFL history to throw for 4,000 yards in
four-straight seasons.
¾¾ 2013: Stafford’s 79-yard touchdown pass to WR Calvin Johnson at Pittsburgh (11/17/13) was the 100th career touchdown
pass of his career. Accomplishing this feat in 55 games, he is the fourth fastest player to throw for 100 touchdown passes.
• He joins Hall of Fame QB Dan Marino (44), QB Kurt Warner (50) and Hall of Fame QB Johnny Unitas (53) as the only
players in history to throw 100 touchdown passes in their first 55 games.
¾¾ By throwing for 242 yards vs. Chicago (9/29/13), Stafford set a new NFL record for the most passing yards in a player’s first
50 games. Through 50 career games, Stafford completed 1,239 passes, the most by any quarterback in their first 50 games.
¾¾ With 23 pass completions vs. Chicago (9/29/13), Stafford (1,214) became the first player in NFL history to record 1,200
completions in a player’s first 50 games.
¾¾ 2012: With 42 pass attempts vs. Chicago in 2012 (12/30), Stafford set the NFL record for single-season attempts by
registering 727 pass attempts. He broke the record held by QB Drew Bledsoe (691) in 1994. Stafford is the first player
in NFL history to attempt 700 passes in a season.
¾¾ In 2012, Stafford became just the second quarterback in NFL history to register 420 completions in two different
seasons (2011, 2012). He joins Brees (422 in 2012; 469 in 2011; 448 in 2010; 440 in 2007) as the only passers in history
to accomplish this feat.
PRO
As the Lions’ starting signal caller, Stafford combines great arm strength and accuracy with exceptional ability to read
opponents’ defenses to lead the team’s offense. He has led the Lions to 17 wins during his career when the team trailed
or the game was tied in the fourth quarter or in overtime.
¾¾ Replaced Broncos QB Peyton Manning in the 2015 Pro Bowl.
¾¾ Team record 27 career 300+-yard games, breaking record held by Scott Mitchell (8, 1994-98). Of Stafford’s 27 career
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300-yard games, eight occurred in 2011. Franchise best six career 400-yards games, including two in 2011. First player
ever to throw for over 500 yards in a game in Lions history.
¾¾ Rookie campaign was highlighted by his 13 touchdowns passes (Lions rookie passing record) and his gritty performance
against Cleveland (11/22/09) when he threw for an NFL record 422 yards and tied a league single-game rookie record
with five touchdown passes.
¾¾ Was named NFC Offensive Player of the Week and was voted Rookie of the Week for Week 11 of the 2009 season.
¾¾ Selected by Lions with the first overall pick in the 2009 NFL Draft and was named the team’s starting quarterback to start
the regular season. He was the youngest player to start the regular season at quarterback since Drew Bledsoe in 1993.
2014: Finished his sixth NFL season 363-of-602 passing for 4,257 yards (60.3-percent), 22 touchdowns and only 12
interceptions for an overall quarterback rating of 85.7. Led the Lions to five come-from-behind wins when the team was
trailing or tied in the fourth quarter or overtime, while also setting new franchise records for career touchdown passes
(131) and career passing yards (21,714) in 2014.
¾¾ Displayed his leadership in the Lions’ new offense on Monday Night Football vs. the New York Giants in Week 1 (9/8)
with a 346-yard, two-touchdown performance, including two touchdown passes to WR Calvin Johnson on the first
two drives of the game. Stafford also punched in a five-yard rushing score, the 10th rushing touchdown of his career.
¾¾ Started in his 50th-consecutive game in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14), finishing 27-of-48 for 291 yards and one touchdown
and one interception.
¾¾ Helped orchestrate a late scoring drive on a RB Reggie Bush touchdown that iced the Lions’ 19-7 win over the Packers
in Week 3 (9/21) with a 6:54 drive to seal the game. Finished the game 22-of-34 passing for 246 yards.
¾¾ Led the Lions offense to three touchdown drives, capped by his second rushing score of the season in Week 4 at New
York Jets (9/28). Finished 24-of-34 for 293 yards and two touchdown passes.
¾¾ Completed 18-of-31 passes for 231 yards and one touchdown and one interception in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Threw for 185 yards and one touchdown while completing 18-of-33 passes in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Completed 27-of-40 passes (67.5 pct) for 299 yards and two touchdowns en route to a 24-23 come-from-behind win
against the New Orleans Saints.
¾¾ Completed 24-of-47 passes for 325 yards and two touchdowns in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26), including a 59-yard touchdown
to WR Golden Tate which set the franchise’s all-time career passing touchdowns record with his 119th career touchdown
pass. He broke the 58-year old record held by Hall of Fame QB Bobby Layne (118, 1950-58).
¾¾ Completed 27-of-42 passes for 280 yards and two touchdowns while also engineering his 15th career game-winning
drive in the fourth quarter or overtime, and accomplished this for the third consecutive game in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9).
¾¾ Threw for 183 yards while completing 18-of-30 passes in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Threw for 264 yards in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Completed 34-of-45 passes for a season-high 390 yards and two touchdowns in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Completed 26-of-34 passes (76.5 pct) for 311 yards and threw for three touchdowns in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
Stafford garnered his 27th career 300-yard passing game with 311 yards in the air. This was his fourth 300-yard game
of the season. He now has registered 300 yards in back-to-back games eight times in his career.
¾¾ Threw for 153 yards while completing 17-of-28 passes in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14). He led the Lions on his 16th
career game-winning drive in the fourth quarter or overtime. The 10-play drive, which started at the Lions’ own 20-yard
line, covered 65 yards and culminated with a 33-yard field goal by K Matt Prater.
¾¾ Completed 22-of-39 passes for 243 yards in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21). Now with 4,040 yards this year, he reached
4,000 yards on the season for the fourth time in his six-year career.
¾¾ Threw for 217 yards and three touchdowns while completing 20-of-41 passes in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28). With
three touchdown passes at Green Bay, Stafford finished the 2014 season with 22 passing touchdowns and registered
20+ TD passes on the season for the fourth consecutive year.
¾¾ Completed 28-of-42 passes for 323 yards and a touchdown in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Voted team captain for the fourth-straight season (201L3) and was a Pro Bowl alternate (2014) for the second-straight
season. Became just the second passer in NFL history to throw for 4,500+ passing yards in three-consecutive seasons
(Saints QB Drew Brees, 4, 2010-2013). In 2013, Stafford was 371-of-634 (58.5 pct) for 4,650 yards, 29 touchdowns and 19
interceptions and had a passer rating of 84.2 as he finished fourth in the League in passing yards. He continued his assault
on the Lions record books as he became the franchise leader in career passing yards (17,457), breaking the 55-year old
record (1958) held by Hall of Fame QB Bobby Layne. With only five years under his belt, Stafford (109) now trails Layne
(118) for the most touchdown passes in Lions history.
¾¾ Completed 28-of-43 passes for 357 yards and two touchdowns in the Lions’ 34-24 opening day win vs. Minnesota (9/8).
• His 357 yards was the second-highest tally by a Lions quarterback on opening day in team history (Bobby Layne,
364; vs. Pittsburgh 9/27/53). Stafford’s 357-yard outing was his 18th career 300-yard game and the third he has
tallied on opening day.
• Stafford now has three of the top five highest games of passing yards on opening day in team history. He also surpassed the 13,000-yard mark for career passing yards and became the second player in team history to reach that
milestone (Bobby Layne, 15,710).
¾¾ Threw for 278 yards and two touchdowns while completing 24-of-36 passes in Week 2 at Arizona (9/15).
• Stafford registered 210 passing yards in the first half at Arizona, surpassing the 200-yard mark in the first half of a
game for the 11th time in his career. He passed for 200 yards in the first half in the first two games of the season,
which is the fourth time in his career he has recorded 200-yards in the first half in back-to-back games.
¾¾ Completed 25-of-42 passes for 385 yards and two touchdowns (one interception) as he led the Lions to a 27-20 win in
Week 3 at Washington (9/22).
• Stafford recorded his 10th career game-winning drive in the fourth quarter when the Lions were trailing or tied. Detroit
was tied with Washington at 17-17 entering the fourth quarter. With 11:08 left, Stafford led the Lions on a scoring
drive that culminated in a 28-yard field goal to give the Lions a lead which they would not relinquish.
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• By surpassing 200 yards in the first half at Washington (12th time in his career), Stafford became the second quarterback (Patriots QB Tom Brady, 2011) to throw for 200 yards in the first half in each of the season’s first three games.
¾¾ Completed 23-of-35 passes for 242 yards and one touchdown (one interception) in Week 4 vs. Chicago (9/29).
¾¾ Threw for 262 yards and one touchdown while completing 25-of-40 passes in Week 5 at Green Bay (10/6).
¾¾ Stafford proved to be the Lions’ steady hand as he guided Detroit to a 31-17 win in Week 6 at Cleveland (10/13) after
trailing 17-7 at halftime. On the day, he completed 25-of-43 passes for 248 yards and four touchdowns (one interception).
• Stafford led the Lions to 24 unanswered points in the second half, including 17 points in the fourth quarter after
trailing 17-14 to begin the final quarter of the game. In the second half, Stafford completed 15-of-21 passes (71.4
pct) for 165 yards and threw three touchdowns as he garnered a 114.1 passer rating.
• With four touchdowns at Cleveland (10/13), it marked the seventh time in his career he has thrown 4+ touchdown
passes in a game. The Lions are now 6-1 when he throws 4+ touchdowns in a game.
• By claiming victory at Cleveland (10/13) after trailing 17-14 entering the fourth quarter, Stafford notched his 11th
career game-winning drive in the fourth quarter.
¾¾ Completed 28-of-51 passes for 357 yards and connected on three touchdowns in Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20).
• Stafford garnered his 14th career game with 3+ touchdown passes and accomplished this for the second week in a row.
¾¾ Stafford led the Lions to a last-minute 31-30 win over Dallas in Week 8 (10/27) as he completed 33-of-48 passes (68.8
pct) for 488 yards and one touchdown. He also scored on a one-yard dive with 12 seconds left to play in regulation after
he led the team on a six-play, 80-yard drive in 50 seconds (took possession with 1:02 left).
• Stafford’s 488 passing yards was his sixth 400-yard game and 21st 300-yard game of his career. Stafford holds six
of the team’s nine 400+-yard games in franchise history.
¾¾ Completed 18-of-35 passes for 219 yards and three touchdowns (one interception) in Week 10 at Chicago (11/10).
¾¾ His three-touchdown performance was the 15th time in his career he has accomplished this and it was the third time
in his last four games.
¾¾ With 362 yards and two touchdowns at Pittsburgh in Week 11 (11/17), Stafford reached 16,005 passing yards in 55 career
games and set the franchise record for career passing yards previously set by Hall of Fame QB Bobby Layne (15,710).
¾¾ Completed 22-of-35 passes for 330 yards and three touchdowns in Week 13 vs. Green Bay (11/28) on Thanksgiving.
¾¾ Completed 10-of-25 passes for 151 yards in Week 14 at Philadelphia (12/8).
¾¾ Threw for 235 yards and one touchdown (three interceptions) in Week 15 vs. Baltimore (12/16).
¾¾ Threw for 222 yards in Week 16 vs. New York Giants (12/22).
¾¾ Threw for 217 yards and one touchdown in the season finale at Minnesota (12/29) to finish the year with 4,650 passing
yards, reaching 4,500+ passing yards in a season for the third-straight year and the third time in his career.
• His 2013 total of 29 touchdown passes are the third-most in Lions history.
COLLEGE
Stafford closed out his three-year career at Georgia ranking third on the school’s all-time record list for yards passing
(7,731), pass attempts (987), completed passes (564), touchdown passes (51), touchdowns responsible for (57), and yards
in total offense (7,944). In 34 starting assignments, he compiled a 27-7 record (.794).
¾¾ Stafford enjoyed his most successful collegiate season in 2008 starting in all 13 games and completed 235-of-383 passes
(both fourth on the school season-record list) for 3,459 yards (second-best season total by a Bulldog passer), compiling a
.6136 pass completion percentage. He also set the Bulldog season-record with 25 touchdown tosses and 10 interceptions
and averaged 9.03 yards per pass attempt, the third-best season total in Georgia history. His passing efficiency rating
of 153.54 is the second-best annual mark in school annals. Also ran for 40 yards and a score on 55 carries (0.7 avg).
¾¾ On 423 plays, he amassed a school season-record 3,499 yards in total offense (269.15 yards per game), along with being
responsible for 26 touchdowns (third on the Georgia season-record list).
¾¾ Capital One Bowl MVP. Earned All-Southeastern Conference Second Team honors from the league’s coaches and
Associated Press.
¾¾ Earned the team’s Vince Dooley Most Valuable Player of the Year Award and received SEC Academic Honor Roll
distinction for the fall semester.
¾¾ Stafford started every game, in 2007 as a sophomore compiling an 11-2 record. Completed 194-of-348 passes (55.75%)
for 2,523 yards, 19 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. Carried 39 times for losses totaling 18 yards, but also scored twice
on the ground. Averaged 192.69 yards per game on 387 total plays for 2,505 yards.
¾¾ The recipient of the Dr. and Mrs. Howard Williams, II, Football Scholarship.
¾¾ The team ranked 74th in the nation with an average of 375.62 yards per game, but Stafford proved to be an opportunist,
as the Bulldogs placed 34th in scoring (32.62 points per game).
¾¾ In 2006, became the first quarterback to start for Georgia right out of high school (graduated from high school early and
enrolled at UGA in January) since Eriz Zeier in 1991. Completed 135-of-256 passes (52.73%) for 1,749 yards, as he had
seven touchdowns and 13 interceptions. Scored three times and gained 191 yards on 47 carries (4.1 avg). Participated
in 303 plays, compiling 1,940 yards in total offense (149.23 yards per game).
¾¾ Appeared in 13 games, compiling a 6-2 record after taking over as the team’s starter in the final eight contests.
¾¾ Selected to the Freshman All-SEC team by the league’s coaches, twice earning SEC Freshman of the Week honors.
¾¾ Recipient of the Dr. and Mrs. Howard Williams, ILL, Football Scholarship.
¾¾ Named the team’s Offensive Newcomer of the Year.
PERSONAL
Attended Highland Park (Dallas, Tex.) High School, playing football for head coach Randy Allen. Parade, Super Prep and
USA Today All-American selection.
¾¾ Rated as the best prep passer in the country by Rivals.com and ranked second nationally by both Scout.com and ESPN.
¾¾ Added Prep Star Top 100 honors, as that recruiting service ranked him third in the country at his position.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
¾¾ Three-time All-State selection, adding Gatorade Player of the Year, EA Sports National Player of the Year and Dallas
Morning News Area Offensive Player of the Year accolades as a senior.
¾¾ Received a five-star prospect rating from both Scout.com and Rivals.com. Chosen Class AAAA Player of the Year by Dave
Campbells Texas Football. Named Class AAAA “Mr. Texas Football” from TexasFootball.com.
¾¾ As a senior, Stafford threw for 4,018 yards on 209 of 322 passing and 38 touchdowns, as he led his team to the Class
AAAA championship, its first title since 1957. Also rushed for 212 yards and eight touchdowns on 42 carries.
¾¾ In the first round of the 2005 state playoffs, he rallied his team from a 17-0 deficit to win 38-31 with 411 yards passing
and four touchdowns.
¾¾ Named the Most Outstanding Player of the Tom Landry Classic.
¾¾ Student Sports All-American and All-District choice after his final season.
¾¾ Upon graduation, he was invited to play in the U.S. Army All-American Game and to the EA Sports Elite 11 Camp for
the nation’s top quarterbacks.
¾¾ During his junior year, Stafford threw for 1,748 yards and 18 touchdowns, as he was named to the Rivals.com Junior
All-American Team.
¾¾ As a sophomore, he had 2,945 yards and 36 touchdown passes.
¾¾ Sister, Page, is a student at the University of Georgia.
STAFFORD’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Passing Attempts:................................................................63 at Chi 11/13/11
Passing Completions:..........................................................37 vs. Atl 12/22/12
Passing Yards:...........................................................................520 at GB 1/1/12
Completion Percentage:..................................................80.6 vs. SD 12/24/11
Passing Touchdowns:................................5 (three times) Last at GB 1/1/12
Longest Pass:...................................................................... 87 vs. Dal 10/27/13
Passer Rating:..................................................................137.6 vs. SD 12/24/11
Rush Attempts:....................................... 6 (four times) Last at NYJ 9/28/14
Rush Yards:............................................................................ 31 vs. GB 11/24/11
Rushing Touchdown:................................1 (12 times) Last vs. NYJ 9/28/14
Longest Rush:....................................................................... 22 vs. GB 11/24/11
STAFFORD’S CAREER STATISTICS
PASSINGRUSHING
Year TM GS W-L*AttCmpYdsPctTD Int Lg Sk YdsRtgAttYdsAvgLg
TD
2009 Det10102-8377201226753.313 20 75t24 16961.020 1085.421
2
2010Det331-2965753559.46 1 364 3691.34 112.89
1
2011Det16
1610-6
6634215038
63.5411673t3625797.222783.522
0
2012Det16
164-12
7274354967
59.82017572921279.8351263.711
4
2013Det16
167-76343714650
58.52919872316884.237691.914
2
2014Det16
1611-5
6023634257
60.3221273t4525485.743932.218
2
Totals 777735-40
3099184821714
59.613185 87 161109683.61614853.022
11
Year TM GS W-L*
Att CmpYdsPct TD Int Lg Sk YdsRtgAtt YdsAvgLg
TD
2011
Det
1
1
0-1
4328380
65.1
32420097.0
210.5
1
1
2014
Det
1
1
0-1
4228323
66.7
115131687.7
199.0
9
0
Totals 2
2
0-2
8556703
65.9
4351t
31692.4
3103.3
9
1
2014 (DET) PASSINGRUSHING
TD
9/8NYG
1
11-0
3222346
68.7
2067t
15125.3
420.5
5
1
9/14at Car
1
10-1
4827291
56.2
112543872.5
188.0
8
0
9/21GB1
11-0
3422246
64.7
02522861.6
681.3
5
0
9/28at NYJ
1
11-0
3424293
70.6
2059t
421116.4
681.3
7
1
10/5BUF
1
10-1
3118231
58.1
115562777.5
382.7
8
0
10/12
at Min
1
11-0
3319185
57.6
104143083.5
111.0
1
0
10/19
NO1
11-0
4027299
67.5
2273t
31485.3
210.5
2
0
10/26
at Atl
1
11-0
4724325
51.1
2159t
0078.8
393.0
10
0
11/9MIA
1
11-0
4025280
62.5
2149t
31989.6
2-1-0.5
0
0
11/16
at Ari
1
10-1
3018183
60.0
013041963.6
000.0
0
0
11/23at NE
110-1461826439.10 1 422 2049.53 186.010
0
11/27
CHI
1
11-0
4534390
75.6
203127116.0
000.0
0
0
12/7TB111-0342631176.53 0 534 17133.3
3 -2-0.7
0
0
12/14
MIN
1
11-0
2817153
60.7
10230087.4
122.0
2
0
12/21
at Chi
1
11-0
3922243
56.4
023441453.7
420.5
5
0
12/28at GB
110-1412021748.93 0 222 1589.24 297.318
0
Totals 16
1611-5
6023634257
60.3
221273t4525485.7
43932.218
2
TD
1/4at Dal
1
10-1
4228323
66.7
115131687.7
199.0
9
0
Totals 1
10-1
4228323
66.7
115131687.7
1999
0
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
49 - JULIAN STANFORD
Linebacker
Wagner Bloomfield, Conn.
Year: 3
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 230
Born: 9/2/90
Draft: FA-Jac ‘12
Acquired: FA ’13
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Lions to the active roster on September 16, 2014.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions as an exclusive rights free agent on March 7, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as a free agent on December 3, 2013.
¾¾ Released by the Jaguars on August 30, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by Jacksonville Jaguars as an undrafted rookie free agent on April 30, 2012.
PRO
A natural pass-rusher who joined the Lions late in the 2013 season as a backup linebacker and special teams contributor.
2014: Finished his second season in Detroit with two special teams tackles. Began the season as a member of the practice
squad before being elevated to the active roster in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Recorded tackles on special teams in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5) and Week 12 at New England (11/23).
2013: Played in four games with the Lions, tallying three special teams tackles.
¾¾ Tallied one special teams tackle in Week 14 at Philadelphia (12/8).
¾¾ Posted one special teams tackle in Week 16 vs. New York Giants (12/22).
¾¾ Had one special teams tackles in Week 17 at Minnesota (12/29).
COLLEGE
A four-year letterman from Wagner University who began his career at defensive end before moving to linebacker as a
sophomore.
¾¾ Named First Team All-Northeast Conference as a senior.
¾¾ As a senior, tallied 53 tackles, five pass defenses, one forced fumble and one blocked kick.
¾¾ Played in 11 games (10 starts) as a junior and was named Second Team All-Conference choice.
¾¾ Appeared in 11 games (10 starts) as a sophomore, compiling 55 tackles (35 solo) and four pass defenses.
¾¾ Saw action in 11 games, recording 12 tackles (five solo), four sacks and one pass defense.
¾¾ Returned two of his three career interceptions for touchdowns.
PERSONAL
Attended Bloomfield (Conn.) High School where he played linebacker, defensive end and running back.
¾¾ Ranked as the number two rusher in his conference with 804 yards and nine touchdowns as a senior.
STANFORD’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:............................................................ 3 (twice) Last at Hou 11/18/12
Fumble Recoveries:....................................................................1 at Min 9/9/12
Special Teams Tackles:.......................................................... 3 vs. Chi 10/7/12
STANFORD’S CAREER STATISTICS
2012Jac
16
6171430.000000017
2013Det
4
00000.000000003
2014Det
14
00000.000000002
Totals 34
6171430.0
000000112
Postseason
2014Det
1
00000.000000000
Totals 1
00000.0
00000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
0
0
PRACTICE SQUAD
9/14
at Car
0
0
PRACTICE SQUAD
9/21GB1
00000.000000000
9/28at NYJ
1
00000.000000000
10/5BUF
1
00000.000000001
10/12
at Min
1
00000.000000000
10/19
NO1
00000.000000000
10/26
at Atl
1
00000.000000000
11/9MIA
1
00000.000000000
11/16
at Ari
1
00000.000000000
11/23
at NE
1
00000.000000001
11/27
CHI
1
00000.000000000
12/7TB1
00000.000000000
12/14
MIN
1
00000.000000000
12/21
at Chi
1
00000.000000000
12/28
at GB
1
00000.000000000
Totals 14
00000.0
00000002
Postseason
1/4at Dal
1
00000.000000000
Totals 1
00000.0
00000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
36 - R.J. STANFORD
Cornerback Utah Hometown: Chino, Calif.
Year: 5
Ht: 5-10
Wt: 182
Born: 5/6/88
Draft: ’10, R7 (223)-Car Acquired: UFA-Mia ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a one-year contract on July 28, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the Miami Dolphins on November 25, 2014
¾¾ Released by the Bengals August 25, 2014
¾¾ Signed by the Cincinnati Bengals as an unrestricted free agent on March 24, 2014.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Dolphins March 19, 2013
¾¾ Claimed off waivers by the Miami Dolphins on September 1, 2012
¾¾ Released by the Panthers on August 31, 2012
¾¾ Re-signed by the Panthers on March 10, 2012
¾¾ Signed by the Panthers to the practice squad on September 6, 2010
¾¾ Released by the Panthers on September 4, 2010
¾¾ Drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the seventh round (223rd overall) of the 2010 NFL Draft.
PRO
A fifth-year cornerback out of Utah who has spent time with the Carolina Panthers, Miami Dolphins, and Cincinnati Bengals.
Was drafted in the seventh round of the 2010 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers. Career totals include 46 games (one start)
with 36 tackles (27 solo) and two interceptions.
2014: Saw action in five games with the Dolphins, making one start in Week 14 against the Baltimore Ravens.
¾¾ Tallied two total tackles (one solo) and recorded one pass defense in a Week 13 victory over the New York Jets
¾¾ Earned a start in Week 14 against Baltimore, and recorded a career high seven tackles (six solo), including one tackle
for loss, as well as an interception and a pass defended.
¾¾ Collected nine total tackles (seven solo), and finished with one interception and two pass defenses on the season.
2013:Appeared in 13 games, tallying five special teams tackles
¾¾ Recorded three special teams tackles in Week 5 against Baltimore (10/6).
2012: Played in all 16 games. Tallied 15 total tackles (12 solo) including two tackles for loss and six special teams tackles.
¾¾ Recorded three tackles in back to back weeks against Buffalo (11/15) and Seattle (11/25).
COLLEGE
Played in 51 of 52 games in his career, with the lone exception being the season-opener his true freshman season. Started
22 games. Was recruited as a running back before switching to cornerback late in his rookie season.
¾¾ Started all 13 games as a senior, and was second on the team with seven pass breakups.
¾¾ Played in all 13 games as a junior, starting two as the nickel back. Recorded 41 tackles on the season.
¾¾ Played in 12 games as a true freshman, missing only the season opener. Moved from running back to cornerback in
November.
PERSONAL
Attended Chino High School in California, where he was a three-year letter winner in both football and track.
¾¾ Earned First Team All-CIF and first team all-league
¾¾ Conference Offensive Player of the Year in 2004-05
STANFORD’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:..................................................................................... 7 vs. Bal 12/7/14
Pass Defenses:...................................... 1 (three times) Last vs. Bal 12/7/14
Interceptions:.....................................................1 (twice) Last vs. Bal 12/7/14
Long Interception Return:........................................................53 at NO 1/1/12
Special Teams Tackles:..........................................................3 vs. Bal 10/6/13
STANFORD’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Team
GGSTT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR YdsTD STT
2011Car
12
0844001530100001
2012Mia
16
0129300000000006
2013Mia
13
000000000000005
2014Mia
5
175200100200003
Totals 46
1271890025303000015
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
64 - TRAVIS SWANSON
Center
Arkansas
Kingwood, Texas
Year: 2
Ht: 6-5
Wt: 307
Born: 1/30/91
Draft: ’14, R3 (76)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
PRO
An imposing force along the offensive line, Swanson possesses the versatility to play both the center and guard positions,
and studied under long-time Lions C Dominic Raiola in 2014. Known for his impressive string of 50-consecutive starts during
his time at Arkansas, Swanson checks in with a booming 6-5, 312-pound frame that earned him the title of “the next great
center” from many professional scouts.
2014: Began season in a backup center position in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8) and went on to start five of the 16
games he played in during the regular season. Also started at right guard in the team’s NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
¾¾ Saw significant playing time at right guard in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9) as he filled in for injured G Larry Warford.
¾¾ Started his first game of the season (right guard) in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Part of an offensive line effort than allowed QB Matthew Stafford to throw for 390 yards in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Made his first career start at center in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Made a start at right guard before leaving the game with a knee injury in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
COLLEGE
Concluded his college tenure as a Razorback with the second-longest active starting streak in the NCAA Football Bowl
Subdivision ranks, having started all 50 games that he played in as a two-time captain at Arkansas. His consecutive starts
tied the school career-record established by Jerry Franklin (2008-11).
¾¾ After being named captain as a junior in 2012, Swanson graded out at 90-percent for blocking consistency, recording
242 knockdowns/key blocks through 24 appearances in his final two seasons. He was responsible for 39 touchdownresulting blocks.
2013: Named team captain for the second-consecutive season, only the 11th Razorback player to serve back-to-back
captain terms. A consensus First Team All-SEC selection, Swanson started each of the team’s 12 contests as a senior,
tying the school career-record as he extended his streak to 50 consecutive starts. Led a young group of linemen in his final
season at Arkansas to rank third in the nation in the fewest quarterback sacks allowed (eight for minus 75 yards) behind
only Notre Dame (seven) and Toledo (six).
¾¾ Helped RB Jonathan Williams pave the way to become the first freshman in SEC history to begin his career with threestraight 100-yard rushing games. The Razorbacks produced a total of eight 100-yard rushing performances that season.
¾¾ Led the conference’s offensive linemen and the nation’s centers with a blocking consistency of 90.4-percent, as he
joined Barrett Jones of Alabama (90.4-percent in 2012) and Maurkice Pouncey of Florida (90.3-percent in 2009) as the
only centers in the NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision ranks to register a blocking grade of 90-percent or better since
the turn of the century in 2000.
¾¾ Registered 134 key blocks/knockdowns on 775 offensive snaps, along with producing 19 touchdown blocks for an offense
that reached the end zone 29 times.
¾¾ Reached a streak of 301-consecutive pass plays without allowing a quarterback sack.
2012: Earned Second Team All-SEC honors as a junior in his first season as team captain. Led the nation’s centers with
an 89.6-percent blocking consistency grade, totaling 108 knockdowns/key blocks that included 20 touchdown-resulting
blocks for an offense that reached the end zone 35 times.
¾¾ Anchored the Razorbacks offense to help the team establish a 3,000-yard passer for the fourth-straight year. QB Tyler
Wilson led the SEC in passing, while WR Cobi Hamilton led the conference in receptions per game and receiving yards
per game.
PERSONAL
Prepped at Kingwood (Texas) High School, where he was rated as a three-star prospect and ranked as the nation’s 33rdbest offensive guard in the prep ranks. Received first team all-state honors from the Texas Sports Writers Association and
second team accolades from the state’s coaches association as a senior in 2008.
¾¾ Named one of 10 finalists for the Greater Houston Area Offensive Player of the Year, and was also the only lineman
among those finalists.
¾¾ Majored in sociology at Arkansas.
¾¾ Son of Gina and Todd Swanson.
SWANSON’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS
2014 Det 165
Totals 165
Postseason
Year Tm GS
2014 Det 11
Totals 1 1
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
52 - DARRYL TAPP
Defensive End
Virginia Tech
Portsmouth, Va.
Year: 10
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 270
Born: 9/13/84
Draft: ’06, R2 (63)-Sea Acquired: UFA-Was ‘14
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a one-year contract on March 13, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Washington Redskins as an unrestricted free agent on March 28, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Eagles to a three-year contract on March 16, 2010.
¾¾ Traded by the Seahawks to the Philadelphia Eagles for DE Chris Clemons and a draft pick on March 16, 2010.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Seahawks as a restricted free agent on March 15, 2010.
¾¾ Drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the second round (63rd overall) of the 2006 NFL Draft.
PRO
Seasoned veteran along the defensive line who joined the Lions position group after previous stints with the Seattle
Seahawks (2006-09), Philadelphia Eagles (2010-12) and Washington Redskins (2013). Owns Seattle’s single-game sack
record (later tied by DE Chris Clemons in 2012) with a four-sack performance vs. St. Louis in 2007.
2014: Began 2014 season in backup defensive end role in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8) and was a valuable rotational
piece along the Lions defensive line in all 16 games. Finished the season with 17 tackles (12 solo), 0.5 sacks, two pass
defenses and one fumble recovery.
¾¾ Recorded one tackle and recovered his ninth-career fumble in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Registered three tackles in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Posted one tackle and two quarterback hits in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Registered one tackle and one quarterback hit in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Recorded two tackles, half a sack, and one quarterback hit in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/09).
¾¾ Posted one tackle in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Registered two tackles in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Recorded three tackles and one quarterback hit in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Posted two tackles in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
¾¾ Registered two tackles, one sack, one quarterback hit and a forced fumble in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Played in 11 games in his only season with the Redskins, notching nine tackles (six solo), one sack (one yard) and
one special teams tackle. Did not play in three games and was inactive for two.
¾¾ Recorded one sack for a one-yard loss at Oakland (9/29) and also finished the game with one tackle.
COLLEGE
In his four seasons (2006-09) at Virginia Tech, played in a total of 53 games and concluded his collegiate career with 187
tackles, 23.5 sacks and 38 tackles for loss. Earned First Team All-America honors from the American Football Coaches
Association and was given the Dudley Award as the top Division I player in the Commonwealth of Virginia in 2005.
¾¾ Earned a degree in marketing in only three and a half years at Virginia Tech.
PERSONAL
Attended Deep Creek (Chesapeake, Va.) High School, where he amassed 22 sacks in helping his team to a 34-4 record
during his three varsity seasons. Earned First Team All-Group AAA honors from state coaches following the 2001 season
after posting a school-record 15 sacks.
¾¾ Established a $600,000 fund to the Southeast Virginia Community Foundation. An initial sum of money was used to
support the Westmoreland Children and Youth Association of Portsmouth, which provides flag football, baseball and
softball programs.
¾¾ Donates time and resources to the Boys and Girls Club and to the Food Bank of Southeastern Virginia.
TAPP’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:......................................................................................9 at TB 10/19/08
Sacks:....................................................................................... 4 vs. Stl 10/21/07
Pass Defenses:.......................................2 (four times) Last at Min 10/12/14
Interceptions:....................................................1 (twice) Last at Cle 11/04/07
Long Interception Return:....................................................25 at Den 12/3/06
Interception Return Touchdowns:........................................1 at Den 12/3/06
Fumble Recoveries:................................1 (nine times) Last at NYJ 9/28/14
Forced Fumbles:........................................ 1 (nine times) Last at Stl 9/11/11
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
TAPP’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Team
GS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR STT
2006Sea
16
0231583.01912511109
2007Sea
16
16
494187.044.5
1-408320
2008Sea
16
11
544595.5260000410
2009Sea
16
5494092.519.5
0003010
2010Phi
14
1272613.0170004030
2011Phi
12
2271982.512.5
0002100
2012Phi
13
0161240.53.50000011
2013Was
11
09631.010000001
2014Det
16
0171250.540002010
Totals 130
35
271
216
5525.5
147
2211209911
Postseason
2006Sea
2
04400.000000000
2007Sea
2
28620.000000000
2010Phi
1
01101.010000100
2014Det
1
02201.060000100
Totals 6
2151322.0
70000200
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
1
00000.000000000
9/14at Car
1
00000.000000000
9/21GB1
00000.000000000
9/28at NYJ
1
01010.000000010
10/5BUF
1
01100.000000000
10/12
at Min
1
03210.000002000
10/19
NO1
01100.000000000
10/26
at Atl
1
01100.000000000
11/9MIA
1
02110.540000000
11/16
at Ari
1
01100.000000000
11/23
at NE
1
02200.000000000
11/27
CHI
1
00000.000000000
12/7TB1
00000.000000000
12/14
MIN
1
03210.000000000
12/21
at Chi
1
02110.000000000
12/28
at GB
1
00000.000000000
Totals 16
0171250.5
40002010
Postseason
1/4at Dal
1
02201.060000100
Totals 1
02201.0
60000100
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
15 - GOLDEN TATE
Wide Receiver
Notre Dame
Hendersonville, Tenn.
Year: 6
Ht: 5-10
Wt: 198
Born: 8/2/88
Draft: ’10, R2 (60)-Sea Acquired: UFA-Sea ‘14
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pro Bowl: 2015
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a five-year contract on March 12, 2014.
¾¾ Drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the second round (60th overall) of the 2010 NFL Draft.
PRO
Sixth-year receiver who joins All-Pro WR Calvin Johnson as one of the most dynamic one-two wide receiver punches in
the NFL after spending his first four seasons in the League with the Seattle Seahawks (2010-13). Earned his first trip to
the Pro Bowl following a career 2014 season.
¾¾ With Johnson (1,077) reaching 1,000 receiving yards, he joined Tate (1,331) in the surpassing of 1,000 receiving yards in
the 2014 season. They became the first pair of Lions receivers to both reach 1,000 receiving yards in the same season
since 2006 (WR Roy Williams, 1310; WR Mike Furrey, 1,086). In Lions history, this is the sixth time that two Lions receivers
have each reached 1,000 receiving yards in the same season (1995, 1996, 1997, 1999, 2006 and 2014).
¾¾ With 97 yards in Week 12 at New England (11/23), Tate eclipsed 1,000 yards on the season for the first time in his career.
¾¾ Tate caught a career-high 11 receptions for 109 yards in the team’s 20-16 fourth quarter comeback win over Miami
(11/9/14). By grabbing 11 passes, Tate set a new franchise record for the most consecutive games (6) with 7+ receptions.
He broke the previous record of five shared by WR Brett Perriman (5, 1996) and WR Calvin Johnson (5, 2012).
• With 109 yards against the Dolphins, he also recorded 100+-yards in three straight games for the first time in his
career (154 vs. NO; 151 at Atl; 109 vs. Mia).
¾¾ Tate registered 151 yards in the Lions’ 22-21 comeback win vs. Atlanta in London (10/26/14). Combined with his 154
yards the previous week vs. New Orleans (10/19), Tate became the third receiver in Lions history with back-to-back
150-yard games, joining E Cloyce Box (1952) and WR Calvin Johnson (2013) as the only players in team history with
back-to-back 150-yard games.
¾¾ Also possesses the ability to contribute as a kickoff and punt returner. Career return totals include 68 punt returns for
787 yards (11.6 avg) and four kickoff returns for 67 yards (16.8).
¾¾ Has played in eight postseason games (five starts), including three in 2013.
2014: Had a breakout season in his first year in Detroit as he led the team in receptions (99), receiving yards (1,331), both
of which are career-highs, and also recorded four touchdowns. Established himself as a reliable target for QB Matthew
Stafford in key situations, as he finished second in the NFL in third-down receptions (34) and receiving yards (536), as well
as third in yards after the catch with 720.
¾¾ In his first regular season game as an Lion, Tate recorded six catches for 93 yards in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8).
¾¾ Caught five receptions for 57 yards in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Logged five catches for 51 yards in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Totaled 116 receiving yards on a then-career-high eight catches in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Recorded seven catches for a career-high 134 yards while also registering his first-career touchdown with the Lions in
Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5). His 134 yards marked the first time in his career he has registered back-to-back 100-yard
receiving games (116, Week 4 at NYJ).
¾¾ With seven receptions in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12), Tate set a new career high for receptions over a three-game
span (22).
¾¾ Recorded a team- and then-career-high 10 catches for 154 yards and a touchdown in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Caught seven passes for a team-high 151 yards and a touchdown in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26). With seven receptions vs.
the Falcons, Tate tied the franchise record for most consecutive games with 7+ receptions as he became the third player
in team history with 7+ receptions in five-straight games (WR Brett Perriman, 5 in 1996; WR Calvin Johnson, 5 in 2012).
¾¾ Logged a career-high 11 catches for 109 yards in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/09).
¾¾ Caught two passes for 41 yards in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Recorded four catches for 97 yards in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Caught eight passes for 89 yards in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Logged four catches for 50 yards in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/07).
¾¾ Caught seven passes for 38 yards and a touchdown in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Recorded five catches for 62 yards in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
¾¾ Totaled 45 yards on three receptions in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Caught six passes for 89 yards and a touchdown in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4). Stafford and Tate began
the team’s scoring when they connected on a 51-yard touchdown on the opening drive of the game. The 51-yard pass
play tied for the fourth-longest pass play in Lions postseason history, tying the 51-yard connection between QB Bobby
Layne and RB Doak Walker vs. the Los Angeles Rams December 21, 1952.
2013: Led the Seahawks in receptions (64) and receiving yards (898) and grabbed five touchdowns en route to the team’s
first Super Bowl title in franchise history. Also had his best season as a return man, fielding a career high 51 punts for 585
yards (11.5 avg), as well as three kickoffs for 57 yards (19.0 avg). In three postseason games, proved to be a reliable target
for QB Russell Wilson as he caught eight balls for 61 yards.
¾¾ Opened the season with four catches for 51 yards and four punt returns for 48 yards at Carolina (9/8).
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PLAYER PROFILES
¾¾ Had 88 yards on five catches and also rushed twice on a lateral and an end-around for 29 yards vs. Jacksonville (9/22).
¾¾ Set up Seattle’s game-winning drive at Houston (9/29) with a 32-yard punt return from one-yard deep in the end zone.
Finished the game with three catches for 17 yards and four punt returns for 60 yards.
¾¾ Scored his first touchdown of the season at Indianapolis (10/6) and finished the game with five catches for 61 yards.
¾¾ At St. Louis (10/28), hauled in five passes for 93 yards and two touchdowns, including a career-long 80-yard touchdown
that proved to be the game-winner. His 80-yard touchdown reception was the longest by a Seattle player since Ben
Obomanu in 2010.
¾¾ yard return vs. Tampa Bay (11/3).
¾¾ In Super Bowl XLVIII vs. Denver (2/2/14), finished with three catches for 17 yards and a 20-yard kickoff return following
a safety.
COLLEGE
Ended his collegiate career for the Fighting Irish ranking third in Notre Dame history with 157 receptions and established
the team’s single-season record with 93 receptions during his senior season. Career totals include 37 games (22 starts),
157 receptions, 2,707 receiving yards and 26 touchdowns. Also ranks eighth on the Irish all-time record list with 909 yards
on kickoff returns and second with 4,130 all-purpose yards.
¾¾ As a junior, was a consensus All-American First Team selection and was the recipient of the Biletnikoff Award, given
to the nation’s premier wide receiver.
PERSONAL
Attended Pope John Paul II (Hendersonville, Tenn.) High School where he was a USA Today Second Team All-America
selection (defense). Carried the ball 140 times for 1,413 yards and 23 touchdowns as a senior, while also tacking on 28
receptions for 510 yards and six receiving touchdowns. Also picked off three passes as a defensive back.
¾¾ Ranked as the No. 11 player on the ESPN 150 list and rated as one of the top 250 players nationally by Rivals.com.
¾¾ Also drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 42nd round of the 2007 MLB Draft after being a standout outfielder
for the Notre Dame baseball team.
¾¾ Father, Golden Tate, Jr., played wide receiver at Tennessee State and was a fifth-round pick by the Indianapolis Colts
in the 1984 NFL Draft.
TATE’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Receptions:.............................................................................11 vs. Mia 11/9/14
Receiving Yards:.................................................................154 vs. NO 10/19/14
Long Reception:...................................................................80t at Stl 10/28/13
Receiving Touchdowns:.......................2 (three times) Last at Stl 10/28/13
Punt Return Yards:..................................................................92 vs. TB 11/3/13
Long Punt Return:...................................................................71 vs. TB 11/3/13
Kickoff Return Yards:............................................................ 24 vs. Jac 9/22/13
Long Kickoff Return:............................................................. 24 vs. Jac 9/22/13
TATE’S CAREER STATISTICS
RUSHINGRECEIVING
Year Tm GS Att YdsAvgLg TD RecYdsAvgLg TD
2010Sea
11
0242.03021227
10.8
520
2011Sea16
55 142.8140 3538210.9333
2012Sea15
153 206.7130 4568815.3517
2013Sea16
133 3110.3200 6489814.080t5
2014Det16
165 306.0130 991331
13.473t4
Totals 744918 99 5.5 20 0 264 352613.480t 19
Year Tm GS Att YdsAvgLg TD RecYdsAvgLg TD
2010Sea
2
111313.0
130155.050
2012Sea
2
1000.00010138
13.8
29t
1
2013Sea
3
2000.0008617.6130
2014Det
1
1000.00068914.8
51t
1
Totals 851 1313130 2529311.7
51t2
Year Tm PRYdsAvgLg TD KR YdsAvgLg TD
2010Sea16
202
12.6630 1 1010.0100
2011Sea
1
00.00000--0
2012
Sea
10
0
--000--0
2013Sea51
585
11.5710 3 5719.0240
Totals 68
787
11.6
710 4 6716.8
240
PostseasonPUNT RETURNSKICKOFF RETURNS
Year Tm PRYdsAvgLg TD KR YdsAvgLg TD
2010Sea
1
11
11.0
11000--0
2013Sea4153.8100 1 2020.0200
2014Det
1
20.00000--0
Totals 6284.7110 1 2020.0
200
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PLAYER PROFILES
Date OppGS Att YdsAvgLg TD RecYdsAvgLg TD
9/8NYG
1
1144.04069315.5
440
9/14at Car
1
1000.00055711.4
210
9/21GB1
1000.00055110.2
170
9/28at NYJ
1
1000.0008116
14.5
350
10/5BUF
1
1000.0007134
19.1
551
10/12
at Min
1
1000.0007446.3150
10/19
NO1
1000.00010154
15.4
731
10/26
at Atl
1
1000.0007151
21.6
59t
1
11/9MIA
1
1000.00011109
9.9280
11/16
at Ari
1
1188.08024120.5
300
11/23at NE
111 1313.0130 4 9724.3420
11/27
CHI
1
1000.00088911.1
240
12/7TB1
1000.00045012.5
190
12/14
MIN
1
1252.5607385.4141
12/21
at Chi
1
1000.00056212.4
340
12/28
at GB
1
1000.00034515.0
190
Totals 16
165 306.0130 991331
13.4
73t4
Date OppGS Att YdsAvgLg TD RecYdsAvgLg TD
1/4at Dal
1
1000.00068914.8
51t
1
Totals 1
1000.0
0068914.8
51t
1
Postseason
Date OppPRYdsAvgLg TD KR YdsAvgLg TD
1/4at Dal
1
22.020000.000
Totals 1
22.0
20000.0
00
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PLAYER PROFILES
98 - DEVIN TAYLOR
Defensive End
South Carolina
Beaufort, S.C.
Year: 3
Ht: 6-7
Wt: 275
Born: 11/15/89
Draft: ’13, R4 (132)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the fourth round (132nd overall) of the 2013 NFL Draft.
PRO
A fourth-round pick (132nd overall) in 2013, Taylor is a lengthy defensive end who rotated into the Lions’ stout defensive
line as a rookie last season, and continued to produce again in 2014.
2014: Contributed at defensive end in a rotational role along the defensive line, finishing his second NFL season with 15
total tackles (11 solo), one sack (two yards) and one pass defense.
¾¾ Recorded a quarterback hit in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8).
¾¾ Recorded four tackles, including a tackle for loss and a quarterback hit in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Registered one tackle in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Posted one tackle in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Deflected one pass that led to a LB Tahir Whitehead interception in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Registered two tackles and a quarterback hit in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/09).
¾¾ Posted two tackles in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Recorded two tackles (one for loss), one sack and one quarterback hit in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Posted one tackle in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
2013: Played in 14 games (two starts) in his rookie season, tallying 14 tackles (nine solo), 2.5 sacks (18.5 yards), one pass
defense and two forced fumbles. Combined with fellow rookie DE Ezekiel Ansah to form one of the best rookie defensive
end combinations in the NFL in 2013.
¾¾ Made his rookie debut in Week 2 at Arizona (9/15).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 3 at Washington (9/22).
¾¾ Recorded a quarterback hit in Week 4 vs. Chicago (9/29).
¾¾ Posted two solo tackles in Week 5 at Green Bay (10/6).
¾¾ Registered three tackles (two solo), one sack (14 yards) and one forced fumble in Week 6 at Cleveland (10/13).
¾¾ Posted two tackles (one solo), including one tackle for loss, and one quarterback hit in Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20).
¾¾ Registered one solo tackle in Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27). Drew a crucial holding penalty late in the fourth quarter that
stopped the clock and gave QB Matthew Stafford enough time to engineer an 80-yard game-winning touchdown drive.
¾¾ Started his first game and had one quarterback hit in Week 10 at Chicago (11/10).
¾¾ Started his second consecutive game at defensive end in Week 11 at Pittsburgh (11/17).
¾¾ Had his best game of the season on Thanksgiving Day, racking up 1.5 sacks (six yards), one of which forced a fumble,
three tackles (two solo) and two quarterback hits in Week 13 vs. Green Bay (11/28).
¾¾ Assisted on a tackle and had one quarterback hit in Week 15 vs. Baltimore (12/16).
¾¾ Posted one solo tackle for loss and a pass defense in Week 16 vs. New York Giants (12/22).
COLLEGE
Powerful defensive end with great length that started 45-of-52 games at South Carolina, including the final 40 games of
his career. Recorded 161 tackles (107 solo), including 35.5 tackles for loss, 18.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, five fumble
recoveries, 16 pass defenses and two interceptions (both returned for a touchdown) at strong-side defensive end.
2012: Named All-Southeastern Conference Third Team as he started all 13 games for the Gamecocks, extending his
impressive string to 40 consecutive assignments with the first unit. Posted 45 tackles (27 solo), three sacks, one fumble
recovery and six pass defenses.
¾¾ Part of a defensive unit that finished 11th in the nation in total defense (315.54 ypg) as the unit recorded a total of 40
sacks on the season.
PERSONAL
Attended Beaufort (S.C.) High School where he helped lead his team to the Class 4A state championship game his senior
year. As a senior, recorded 110 tackles with 10 sacks and 19 tackles for loss and received Associated Press First Team
All-State honors.
¾¾ Also lettered in basketball and track & field where as a senior, he won the Class 4A state title in triple jump with a
leap of 48 feet 3 inches.
¾¾ Graduated from South Carolina with a degree in Integrated Information Technology.
¾¾ Wears several thin wrist bands, each one representing a different life event.
¾¾ Son of Sylvia Cuyler and Larry Taylor.
TAYLOR’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:.....................................................................................4 at Car 09/14/14
Sacks:.................................................................................... 1.5 vs. GB 11/28/13
Sack Yards:.............................................................................14 at Cle 10/13/13
Forced Fumbles:..............................................1 (twice) Last vs. GB 11/28/13
Pass Defenses:.....................................................................1 vs. NYG 12/22/13
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PLAYER PROFILES
TAYLOR’S CAREER STATISTICS
2013Det
14
214952.518.5
000120000
2014Det
16
0131141.02.0000000000
Totals 30
2272093.5
20.5
000120000
Postseason
2014Det
1
01010.00000000000
Totals 1
01010.0
0000000000
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
1
00000.00000000000
9/14at Car
1
04130.00000000000
9/21GB1
00000.00000000000
9/28at NYJ
1
01100.00000000000
10/5BUF
1
01100.00000000000
10/12
at Min
1
00000.00000000000
10/19
NO1
00000.00000000000
10/26
at Atl
1
02200.00000000000
11/9MIA
1
02110.00000000000
11/16
at Ari
1
02200.00000000000
11/23
at NE
1
00000.00000000000
11/27
CHI
1
00000.00000000000
12/7TB1
00000.00000000000
12/14
MIN
1
02201.02000000000
12/21
at Chi
1
00000.00000000000
12/28
at GB
1
01100.00000000000
Totals 16
0151141.0
2000000000
Postseason
1/4at Dal
1
01010.00000000000
Totals 1
01010.0
0000000000
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PLAYER PROFILES
82 - JORDAN THOMPSON
Tight End
Ohio
Rockford, Ohio
Year: 1
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 256
Born: 7/12/89
Draft: None
Acquired: FA ‘14
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions to the practice squad on November 3, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Lions on November 1, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Lions to the active roster from the practice squad on October 18, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions on April 28, 2014.
PRO
First-year tight end who adds great size and length to the Lions’ tight end corps. Participated in the Kansas City Chiefs
rookie mini-camp after going undrafted out of Ohio University in 2013.
2014: Spent the majority of the season as a member of the Lions practice squad. Saw action as a reserve tight end in two
games vs. New Orleans (10/19) and at Atlanta (10/26).
2013: Spent rookie mini-camp with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2013 as an undrafted free agent out of Ohio University, but
did not receive a contract.
COLLEGE
Two-time captain for the Ohio Bobcats who finished his four-year career with 60 receptions for 666 yards (11.1 avg) and six
touchdowns. Was a 2010 All-Mid-American Conference Second Team selection as a sophomore, as well as a MAC Academic
All-American that same season.
¾¾ Logged his best season as a junior in 2011, hauling in 24 receptions for 258 yards (10.8 avg) and two touchdowns.
¾¾ Totaled a career-high three touchdowns as a sophomore in 2010, including two against Bowling Green (10/9/10).
PERSONAL
A dual-threat on offense and defense at Parkway (Ohio) High School, finished his career with 1,693 rushing yards and 23
touchdowns, 3,674 passing yards and 27 touchdowns, as well as 476 tackles (307 solo), 13 sacks, five forced fumbles and
four fumble recoveries on defense.
¾¾ Named Division 5 Ohio Defensive Player of the Year, Division 5 All-Ohio First Team (linebacker), Division 5 Northwest
Ohio Defensive Player of the Year, Division 5 First Team Northwest Ohio (linebacker), as well as the Midwest Athletic
Conference Defensive Player of the Year as a senior in 2007.
¾¾ Majored in engineering at Ohio.
¾¾ Son of Alan and Kay Brandt and the late Roy Thompson III.
THOMPSON’S CAREER STATISTICS
2014Det
2
0000.000
Totals 2
0000.0
00
9/8NYG
0
0
PRACTICE SQUAD
9/14 at Car 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
9/21
GB
0
0
PRACTICE SQUAD
9/28 at NYJ0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
10/5
BUF
0
0
PRACTICE SQUAD
10/12 at Min 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
10/19
NO1
0000.0-0
10/26
at Atl
1
0000.0-0
11/9 MIA 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
11/16 at Ari 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
11/23 at NE 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
11/27 CHI 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
12/7 TB 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
12/14 Min 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
12/21 at Chi 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
12/28 at GB 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
Totals 2
0000.0
-0
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PLAYER PROFILES
72 - LAKEN TOMLINSON
Guard
Duke
Chicago, Ill.
Year: Rookie
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 322
Born: 2/9/92
Draft: ‘15, R1 (28)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
PRO
The Lions’ top pick of the 2015 NFL Draft (28th overall), Tomlinson’s size and athleticism further adds to the Lions’ young
offensive line as he is expected to be team’s mainstay at left guard following a four-year career at Duke.
COLLEGE
Lettered four seasons at Duke (2011-14) and helped the Blue Devils to 28 wins during that span, including the 2013 ACC
Coastal Division championship and three bowl game appearances (2012 Belk, 2013 Chick-fil-A & 2014 Hyundai Sun). Played
in and started 52 games as the team’s right guard, logging 3,962 career snaps, and was named team captain in 2014.
¾¾ Named Academic All-ACC all four years of his college career.
2014: Consensus All-America selection and was named First Team All-America by the Associated Press and Walter Camp
Foundation. Also earned second team honors from Athlon, Sporting News and USA Today and was a First Team All-ACC
choice by both the league’s head coaches and Atlantic Coast Sports Media Association.
¾¾ Started all 13 games as the anchor along Duke’s offensive line, which led the nation in fewest tackles for loss allowed
per game (3.15) and ranked first in the ACC in sacks allowed per passing attempt (36.23) and second in sacks allowed
per game (1.00).
¾¾ Finished second in the balloting for the Jacobs Blocking Trophy, an honor presented annually to the top blocker in the ACC.
¾¾ Part of a Blue Devil offense that became the first in school history to average 180+ rushing yards and 210+ passing yards
per game. Duke’s 181.85 rushing yards per game is the program’s highest mark since 1977.
¾¾ Helped open holes for RB Shaun Wilson to set the school single-game record for rushing yards with 245 against Kansas.
¾¾ Offensive line helped QB Anthony Boone (5), QB Thomas Sirk (8) and Wilson (5) become just the fourth trio in Duke
history to post five or more rushing touchdowns, respectively, in a single season.
2013: First Team All-ACC choice by the league’s head coaches and was named to both the ACC and national All-Bowl
Teams by ESPN after helping the Blue Devils compile 661 total yards and 48 points against Texas A&M in the 46th annual
Chick-fil-A Bowl in Atlanta, Ga.
¾¾ Integral part of Duke’s offensive front that ranked first in the ACC in sacks allowed per passing attempt (27.8) and
established a school single-season-record 298 total first downs, 5,966 offensive yards and 459 points.
¾¾ Helped the Blue Devils offense finish among the ACC leaders in total offense (426.1; 4th), scoring (32.8; 5th), rushing
(178.0; 5th) and passing (248.1; 6th).
¾¾ Duke offense also became the first in school history, and one of just four in the ACC in 2013, to amass 25+ rushing and
25+ passing touchdowns.
2012: As a sophomore, was the recipient of the Sonny Falcone Iron Duke Award, a team honor presented annually to one
offensive player, one defensive player and one player in the developmental program for their year-round commitment to
strength and conditioning.
¾¾ Played a team-high 1,048 total snaps on his way to earning the program’s K.D. Kennedy Iron Devil Award.
¾¾ Started all 13 games at right guard.
2011: First Team Freshman All-America selection by Sporting News after starting all 12 games at right guard, becoming
just the seventh First Team Freshman All-America selection in school history.
¾¾ Named ACC Offensive Lineman of the Week after helping Duke throw for 335 yards with zero turnovers and zero sacks
allowed in a 31-27 road win over FIU.
PERSONAL
Played four seasons at Lane Technical High School in Chicago under coach Rich Rio, where he was listed as the 23rd-best
offensive guard by Scout.com and 20th-best offensive lineman in the country by USA Today’s Tom Lemming.
¾¾ Earned all-state honors as a senior from both the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association and Chicago Tribune
after being named team MVP.
¾¾ Was a two-time all-city pick and four-time first team all-conference selection. Helped Lane to the 2008 Chicago Public
League football championship.
¾¾ Also competed in track and field at Lane in discus and shot put.
¾¾ In May of 2012, joined nine Duke teammates on a mission trip to Langano, Ethiopia for a water well-digging project.
¾¾ Graduated from Duke with degrees in both evolutionary anthropology (B.A.) and psychology (B.S.).
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PLAYER PROFILES
55 - STEPHEN TULLOCH
Linebacker
North Carolina State Miami, Fla.
Year: 10
Ht: 5-11
Wt: 246
Born: 1/1/85
Draft: ’06, R4 (116)-Ten Acquired: UFA-Ten ’11
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: TULL-uck
¾¾ Named Detroit Lions Robert Porcher Man of the Year for his community service efforts in 2012, 2013 and 2014.
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured on September 23, 2014.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Lions to a five-year contract extension on March 22, 2012.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an unrestricted free agent on July 31, 2011.
¾¾ Drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the fourth round (116th overall) of the 2006 NFL Draft.
PRO
Tulloch is an aggressive, downhill defender who possesses quick feet and fluid lateral movement. Has proven to be a durable
leader for the Lions defense while participating in every game during his nine NFL seasons until injury cut him short in 2014.
Was also elected as Detroit’s defensive captain in 2012 and 2013.
¾¾ Surpassed 700 tackles for his career with 12 tackles (nine solo) in Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20/13).
¾¾ In 2010, Tulloch led the Titans with a career-high 169 tackles, the fourth highest total for the franchise during “Titans
era” (1999-present).
2014: Began the season as the team’s starting middle linebacker before suffering a season-ending knee injury in Week 3
vs. Green Bay. In his three games he totaled 20 tackles (15 solo) and two sacks (22 yards).
¾¾ Voted defensive game captain in Week 1 vs. New York Giants (9/8) and racked up six tackles.
¾¾ Recorded 10 tackles (seven solo), three tackles for loss and a quarterback hit in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Posted two tackles and one sack in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21) before leaving early in the game with a knee injury.
¾¾ Placed on season-ending Reserve/Injured with a knee injury on September 23, 2014.
2013: Voted defensive team captain for the second time with Lions (2012) and third time in career (Tennessee, 2010). Led
the team in tackles for the third consecutive season, finishing the year with 135 tackles (93 solo), a career-high 3.5 sacks
(19 yards), one interception and two pass defenses.
¾¾ Recorded three tackles (two solo), one sack, one interception and one pass defense in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8).
¾¾ Tied for third on the team in tackles with five (all solo), including one tackle for loss in Week 2 at Arizona (9/15).
¾¾ Posted six tackles (three solo) in Week 3 at Washington (9/22).
¾¾ Led the team in tackles with 14 (10 solo), including one tackle for loss, and recorded one sack (nine yards) and one
quarterback hit in Week 4 vs. Chicago (9/29).
¾¾ Finished second on the team in tackles with 11 (seven solo) in Week 5 at Green Bay (10/6).
¾¾ Finished tied for second on the team in tackles with six (four solo), and posted one quarterback hit and one pass defense
in Week 6 at Cleveland (10/13).
¾¾ Led the Lions in tackles in Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20) with 12 total tackles (nine solo), including one tackle for loss,
giving him over 700 tackles for his career (709).
¾¾ Led the Lions in tackles in Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27) with eight tackles (seven solo), including one tackle for loss.
¾¾ Finished second on the team in tackles with seven (all solo), including one tackle for loss in Week 10 at Chicago (11/10).
¾¾ Had nine tackles (five solo) in Week 11 at Pittsburgh (11/17).
¾¾ Led the team in tackles with 10 (six solo), including one tackle for loss in Week 12 vs. Tampa Bay (11/24).
¾¾ Led the team in tackles with six (four solo), including one tackle for loss, and posted one sack (eight yards) and one
quarterback hit in Week 13 vs. Green Bay (11/28).
¾¾ Hit the 10-tackle mark (six solo) for the fifth time in Week 14 at Philadelphia (12/8).
¾¾ Led the team in tackles with 12 (seven solo) and had 0.5 sacks (two yards) and one quarterback hit in Week 17 at
Minnesota (12/29).
COLLEGE
During three-year career at N.C. State, played in 35 games with 18 starts and recorded 290 tackles, 40 tackles for loss,
seven sacks, one forced fumble, three fumbles recovered, four pass defenses and 20 quarterback pressures. His 40 career
tackles for loss rank fourth in N.C. State history.
¾¾ As a junior, named First Team All-ACC, Honorable Mention All-American by Sports Illustrated, MVP of 2005 Meineke Car
Care Bowl and N.C. State’s Defensive Award winner (for most tackles) while starting all 12 games. Posted career-highs
in tackles (150, team-high), sacks (6), tackles for loss (21), forced fumbles (1), fumbles recovered (2) and quarterback
pressures (9).
¾¾ Played all 11 games and recorded six starts as a sophomore. Tied for third on team with 75 tackles, tied for second on
team with 14 tackles for loss (10th in school history), one sack, one fumble recovery and five quarterback pressures.
PERSONAL
At Miami Killian (Fla.) High School, named Dade County Defensive Player of Year and selected to Florida Super 75, while
posting 132 tackles, 12 sacks, two interceptions, two caused fumbles and three forced fumbles as senior.
¾¾ At N.C. State, earned Wolfpack ACC Award for Community Service.
¾¾ Born and raised in Miami, Fla., Tulloch has Jamaican heritage. His parents arrived in the United States as young adults from
Jamaica before he was born. He is appreciative of his Jamaican ancestry and frequently enjoys his mother’s native cuisine.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
¾¾ Tulloch credits his mother, Mercedes, as his inspiration and reason for his success. As a single mom, she worked as a
nurse to provide for him and two siblings.
¾¾ Older brother David Tulloch played defensive tackle at Florida State (1995-1998).
¾¾ Hosts annual free football camp in July for Miami area youth.
¾¾ Born Stephen Michael Tulloch on Jan. 1, 1985 in Miami, Fla.
TULLOCH’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:................................................................................... 17 vs. Jac 12/5/10
Sacks:............................................................ 1 (12 times) Last vs. GB 9/21/14
Sack Yards:...............................................................................15 at Car 9/14/14
Interceptions............................................... 1 (five times) Last vs. Min 9/8/13
Interception Return Yards:................................................. 18 at Dal 10/10/10
Pass Defenses:.........................................2 (three times) Last at SF 9/16/12
Fumble Recoveries.......................................1 (10 times) Last at GB 12/9/12
Special Teams Tackles:..........................................................3 at KC 12/16/07
TULLOCH’S CAREER STATISTICS
2006Ten
16
33520150.511003010012
2007Ten
16
1362970.00000000009
2008Ten
16
12
7759181.08000202006
2009Ten
16
13
120
93272.016000101001
2010Ten
16
16
160
111
491.071180601000
2011Det
16
16
111
84273.016290503000
2012Det
16
16
112
74380.54.5000612000
2013Det
16
16
135
93423.519100300000
2014Det
3
3201552.022000000000
Totals 131
96
806
578
228
13.5
93.5
5270261100028
Postseason
2007Ten
1
17610.00000000000
2008Ten
1
13030.00000000000
2011
Det
1
115870.0
0000210000
Totals 3
325141100000210000
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
1
18620.00000000000
9/14at Car
1
110731.015000000000
9/21GB1
12201.07000000000
9/28 at NYJ0 0 RESERVE/INJURED
10/5 BUF0 0 RESERVE/INJURED
10/12 at Min 0 0 RESERVE/INJURED
Totals 3
3201552.0
22000000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
53 - KYLE VAN NOY
Linebacker
Brigham Young
Reno, Nev.
Year: 2
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 248
Born: 6/19/90
Draft: ’14, R2 (40)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Activated from Reserve Injured - Designated For Return on November 3, 2014.
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured - Designated For Return on September 2, 2014.
PRO
Van Noy’s ball-hawk instincts and unparalleled ability to force turnovers make him a hybrid threat in Lions Defensive
Coordinator Teryl Austin’s defense as the Lions’ second-round selection (40th overall) in the 2014 NFL Draft.
2014: Began the season on Reserve/Injured - Designated For Return before being activated to the active roster on November
3. Finished his rookie campaign with four solo tackles and two special teams tackles.
¾¾ Registered one special teams tackle in his rookie debut in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/09).
¾¾ Recorded one tackle in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Registered one tackle in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Had one special teams tackle in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Logged one tackle in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
COLLEGE
Ended his four-year collegiate career at Brigham Young with 226 tackles (153 solo), 26 sacks (192 yards), 11 forced fumbles,
four fumble recoveries and three blocked kicks in 52 career games (36 starts). Also recorded seven interceptions (122 yards),
returning two of them for touchdowns, as well as 17 pass defenses.
¾¾ His versatility on the Cougars’ defense landed him a spot in the BYU record books as he tied Jim Herrmann (1981, 8384) for fourth on the school career list with 26 sacks. His 62 tackles for loss also shattered the previous BYU all-time
mark of 44 by Jan Jorgensen.
2013: Named a semifinalist for both the Bednarik Award and Butkus Award, as he finished second in voting for National
Defensive Player of the Year honors by CBS Sports. An All-American selection by Yahoo Sports, Phil Steele, Sports
Illustrated, NFL.com and CBS Sports, Van Noy started all 13 games as a senior at weak-side linebacker. He ranked 21st
in the nation with a team-high 17.5 tackles for loss, the sixth-highest total in school history, and finished the season with
70 tackles (42 solo), four sacks (29 yards), two interceptions (17 yards), one of which he returned for a touchdown, seven
pass defenses and one fumble recovery.
¾¾ Opened the season with 2.5 tackles for loss vs. Virginia.
¾¾ Recorded his first sack of the season vs. Texas and ended the game with eight tackles.
PERSONAL
Attended McQueen (Reno, Nev.) High School, where he played on both sides of the ball and earned first team all-state
honors at outside linebacker and H-back. Received a four-star grade from Rivals.com and was rated as the 24th-best
athlete in the nation, also placing him at fourth on the Nevada Top 15 list. Ranked as the 11th-best weak-side linebacker
in the country, according to Scout.com
¾¾ As a senior, hauled in 35 passes for 731 yards and 18 touchdowns, along with 121 yards on 10 carries. Defensively, finished
the season with 79 tackles (55 solo), six forced fumbles, four fumble recoveries, 14 sacks and one interception for a score.
• Led his team to a perfect 14-0 record and a Class 4A state championship that season.
VAN NOY’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles......................................................1 (four times) Last at Chi 12/21/14
Special Teams Tackles.................................1 (twice) Last vs. Min 12/14/14
VAN NOY’S CAREER STATISTICS
2014Det
8
04400.00000000002
Totals 8
04400.0
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Postseason
2014Det
1
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Totals 1
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0000000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
0
0
RESERVE/INJURED - DESIGNATED FOR RETURN
9/14
at Car
0
0
9/21
GB
0
0
9/28
at NYJ
0
0
10/5 BUF 0 0 RESERVE/INJURED - DESIGNATED FOR RETURN
10/12 at Min 0 0 RESERVE/INJURED - DESIGNATED FOR RETURN
10/19 NO 0 0 RESERVE/INJURED - DESIGNATED FOR RETURN
10/26 at Atl 0 0 RESERVE/INJURED - DESIGNATED FOR RETURN
11/9MIA
1
01100.00000000001
11/16
at Ari
1
01100.00000000000
11/23
at NE
1
01100.00000000000
11/27
CHI
1
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12/7TB1
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12/14
MIN
1
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12/21
at Chi
1
01100.00000000000
12/28
at GB
1
00000.00000000000
Totals 8
04400.0
0000000002
Postseason
1/4at Dal
1
00000.00000000000
Totals 1
00000.0
0000000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
66 - LAADRIAN WADDLE
Tackle
Texas Tech
Columbus, Texas
Year: 3
Ht: 6-6
Wt: 328
Born: 7/21/91
Draft: FA-Det ‘13
TRANSACTIONS
PRO
Sturdy offensive tackle with unrivaled size who began his NFL career with the Lions as an undrafted rookie free agent out
of Texas Tech in 2013.
2014: Began season as starting right tackle but left the game after the first series with a calf injury in Week 1 vs. New York
Giants (9/8). Battled injuries all season to finish with appearances in 10 games (10 starts).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14), Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21) and Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Saw his first action back in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5) since injuring his calf in Week 1.
¾¾ Helped protect QB Matthew Stafford as he threw for 299 yards and two touchdowns in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Inactive in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Helped the Lions gain 19 first downs before leaving the game due to injury in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9).
¾¾ Part of Lions offensive line effort that helped produce 91 yards rushing in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Helped the Lions offense gain 6.8 yards per play in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Blocked for QB Matthew Stafford as he threw for 311 yards in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
¾¾ Part of a Lions offensive line effort that averaged 5.5 yards per passing play before leaving the game with a leg injury
in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
2013:Took over the starting right tackle position midway through the season, played in 12 games with eight starts.
Helped pave the way for the Lions to average 392.1 net yards per game, the sixth-best mark in the League, and 15 rushing
touchdowns. Part of unit that ranked second in the NFL in sacks allowed per pass play (3.5-percent).
¾¾ Saw action on special teams in Week 3 at Washington (9/22), Week 4 vs. Chicago (9/29) and Week 6 at Cleveland (10/13).
¾¾ Saw his first action on the offensive line in Week 7 vs. Cincinnati (10/20).
¾¾ Started his first game in Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27) at right tackle and helped the Lions set a franchise single-game
record by accumulating 638 total offensive yards (143 rushing, 480 passing). They broke the previous record of 591
yards vs. New York Yanks November 23, 1950.
¾¾ Helped the Lions rush for 145 yards while not allowing a sack in Week 10 at Chicago (11/10)
¾¾ Paved the way for the Lions to chew up 104 yards rushing on the ground in Week 12 vs. Tampa Bay (11/24).
¾¾ Contributed to an offensive line that helped Detroit gain 241 yards on the ground vs. Green Bay (11/28) on Thanksgiving
Day. This was the team’s highest rushing output since the Lions gained 249 yards vs. Indianapolis November 23, 1997.
• The 241 rushing yards vs. Green Bay (11/28) marked the first time the Lions gained 200+ rushing yards since they
logged 215 yards vs. Arizona December 5, 2004.
¾¾ Helped the Lions ground game to rushing touchdowns from RBs Joique Bell and Theo Riddick, respectively, in Week
COLLEGE
Named All-Big 12 by Phil Steele, Dallas Morning News, Waco Tribune-Herald and ESPN as a senior. Ended his career at
Texas Tech with 38 consecutive starts and 40 overall career starts on the offensive line.
2012: Started all 13 games at left tackle for the Red Raiders as a senior.
¾¾ Part of an offensive line that helped pave the way for Red Raider running backs that rushed for 1,673 yards during the
regular season (12 games), the most by Texas Tech since 1998 (2,219).
PERSONAL
Rated as the No. 74 offensive guard nationally by Rivals.com after career at Columbus (Texas) High School under head
coach Brent Mascheck.
¾¾ Majored in business administration.
¾¾ Son of Gregory Waddle and Christine Coleman.
WADDLE’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS
2013 Det 128
2014 Det 1010
Totals 2218
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
93- TYRUNN WALKER
Defensive Tackle
Tulsa
New Iberia, La.
Year: 4
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 305
Born: 3/18/90
Draft: FA-NO ‘15
Acquired: UFA-NO ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an unrestricted free agent on March 12, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the Saints as an undrafted rookie free agent on April 30, 2012.
PRO
Athletic defensive tackle who came onto the NFL scene as an undrafted rookie free agent with the New Orleans Saints
out of Tulsa in 2012. Emerged as a contributing threat along the Saints defensive line from 2013-14 where he racked up
28 tackles (18 solo), 3.5 sacks (12 yards), one pass defense and one forced fumble.
¾¾ Spent the 2012 season on the Saints active roster, but was inactive in 15 contests.
2014: Played in all 16 games for the first time in his career, including one start. Finished the season with 19 tackles (14
solo), 2.5 sacks (eight yards), two tackles for loss and one forced fumble.
¾¾ Picked up his first-career forced fumble vs. San Francisco (11/9) on 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick that was recovered by
teammate Cameron Jordan.
¾¾ Recorded a season-high four tackles (three solo) vs. Carolina (12/7).
¾¾ Earned his first-career start and finished with three tackles (two solo) and 0.5 sacks at Tampa Bay (12/28).
COLLEGE
Began his college playing career at Jones County (Miss.) Junior College before transferring to Tulsa. Started all 26 games
in two seasons for the Golden Hurricane (2010-11) and finished his career there with 84 tackles, 25.5 tackles for loss, 13.5
sacks, 11 pass defenses, four forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.
¾¾ As a senior in 2011, recorded 41 tackles, 13.5 tackles for loss, eight sacks, eight pass defenses, three forced fumbles
and two blocked kicks.
PERSONAL
Played his high school ball at Westgate (La.) High School where he helped his team win the Class 5A state championship.
Earned first team all-district honors as a senior and recorded 64 tackles that season.
WALKER’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:..................................................................................... 4 vs. Mia 9/30/13
Sacks:....................................................... 1 (three times) Last vs. SF 11/9/14
Pass Defenses:........................................................................1 at Car 12/22/13
Forced Fumbles:........................................................................1 vs. SF 11/9/14
WALKER’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FR TD STT
2013NO7
09451.0400010000
2014NO16
1191452.5800001000
Totals 23
12818103.5
1200011000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
75 - LARRY WARFORD
Guard
Kentucky
Richmond, Ky.
Year: 3
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 332
Born: 6/18/91
Draft: ’13, R3 (65)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
PRO
Third-year guard who brings size, strength and foot quickness to the Lions’ offensive line and earned the starting right
guard job upon his arrival in Detroit in 2013.
¾¾ Named the 2013 Pro Football Focus Offensive Rookie of the Year and the 2013 Detroit Sports Broadcasters Association
Rookie of the Year.
2014: Contributed to an offense that gained 417 total yards while starting at right guard in Week 1 vs. New York Giants
(9/8). Went on to start all 13 games he played in, missing only three games due to a late knee injury.
¾¾ Key component of offensive line that helped produce 291 passing yards in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Was part of offensive line that helped the Lions offense accumulate 360 total net yards in Week 4 at New York Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Helped the Lions offense obtain 100-percent goal-to-go efficiency in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12), assisting on touchdowns
from RB Joique Bell and RB Theo Riddick.
¾¾ Key cog in the offensive line play that helped the offense convert 55-percent of its third downs in the second half in
Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Helped the Lions offense average 5.5 yards per play in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Was part of offensive line that helped gain 351 yards in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9). Left the game with a knee injury.
¾¾ Inactive in Weeks 11 through 13 with a knee injury.
¾¾ Returned from injury as a key component of offensive line that helped control the ball for more than 36 minutes in
Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
¾¾ Helped the offense put up 313 total yards before leaving the game with a leg injury in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ Inactive in the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4).
2013: Started all 16 games at right guard and helped pave the way for the Lions to average 392.1 net yards per game,
the sixth-best mark in the league, and 15 rushing touchdowns. Part of an offensive line unit that ranked second in the NFL
in sacks allowed (23).
¾¾ Started his first NFL game at right guard in Week 1 vs. Minnesota (9/8) and helped the Lions gain 481 yards of total offense.
• Was part of an offensive line that allowed for 87 rushing yards on 25 carries, while helping the Lions offense accumulate 327 net yards.
¾¾ Blocked for Detroit’s offense to gain 448 yards and score three touchdowns against the Redskins in Week 3 (9/22) while
allowing just one sack.
¾¾ Paved the way for Detroit’s offense to gain 118 yards on the ground as the line allowed just one sack in Week 6 at
Cleveland (10/13).
¾¾ Key cog in the offensive line play that helped the Lions set a franchise single-game record by accumulating 638 total
offensive yards (143 rushing, 480 passing) in Week 8 vs. Dallas (10/27). They broke the previous record of 591 yards vs.
New York Yanks November 23, 1950
¾¾ Helped the Lions rush for 145 yards while not allowing a sack in Week 10 at Chicago (11/10).
¾¾ Blocked for Detroit’s running backs as the Lions gained 241 yards on the ground vs. Green Bay (11/28) on Thanksgiving.
This was the team’s highest rushing output since the Lions gained 249 yards vs. Indianapolis November 23, 1997.
• The 241 rushing yards vs. Green Bay (11/28) marked the first time the Lions gained 200+ rushing yards since they
chewed up 215 yards vs. Arizona December 5, 2004.
COLLEGE
A mainstay at guard during his time at Kentucky, started 37-of-47 games as a Wildcat and earned All-SEC accolades all
four years of his career.
¾¾ In three seasons as the starting right guard, led the SEC interior blockers with an 88.47-percent grade for blocking
consistency and registered 36 touchdown-resulting blocks.
2012: Received All-American Second Team and All-SEC honors from The NFL Draft Report as the watch list member for
both the Outland Trophy and Lombardi Award. Started all 12 games at right guard, pacing the Wildcats with 48 knockdowns
and 13 touchdown-resulting blocks as he did not allow a sack all season.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
PERSONAL
First attended Oceanside (Calif.) High School where he lettered in basketball as a freshman and sophomore. During his
second season at the school, he also earned a starting job at offensive tackle for the football team. Later moved with his
family to Richmond, Kentucky prior to his junior season and enrolled at Madison Central High School.
¾¾ Lettered twice in football at Madison Central under head coach Kenny Turner and earned Second Team All-State honors
from the Associated Press as a junior and First Team All-State accolades from the AP and Louisville Courier-Journal
as a senior.
¾¾ Community communications and leadership development major.
¾¾ Son of Colene and Larry Warford, Jr.
WARFORD’S CAREER STATISTICS
Year Tm GS
2013 Det 1616
2014 Det 1313
Totals 2929
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
79 - LARRY WEBSTER
Defensive End
Bloomsburg
Hagerstown, Md.
Year: 2
Ht: 6-6
Wt: 271
Born: 2/14/90
Draft: ’14, R4 (136)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
PRO
Second-year defensive end who will look to earn a rotational role in the Lions defensive line as one of the team’s fourthround draft picks in 2014.
2014: Was inactive for the first two weeks of the season before seeing his first NFL action in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
COLLEGE
A former standout in basketball during his first two years at Bloomsburg, Webster’s prospective talent on the football
field could only go unnoticed for so long as the converted hoops star joined the Huskies football team in 2012 and made
an immediate impact as a defensive end. In only two seasons on the gridiron, Webster finished his college career with 88
tackles, 26 sacks, one interception, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.
2013: As a senior, concluded his college career owning the top two season sack totals in school history, as he added to his
school-record total of 13.5 in 2012 with 12.5 sacks in 2013. In all, he totaled 49 tackles, including 16 tackles for loss, one
forced fumble and two fumble recoveries while starting all 12 games for the Huskies. His performance earned him a place in
the East-West Shrine Game following the season, and he was named First Team All-PSAC for the second time in his career.
¾¾ Earned PSAC East Defensive Athlete of the Week honors after a four-sack, five-tackle performance against Kutztown
(9/21).
¾¾ Recorded a career-high 10 total tackles, as well as two sacks, in Bloomsburg’s 42-38 win over Slippery Rock in the
PSAC Championship Game (11/16).
¾¾ In the Huskies’ playoff loss to West Chester (11/30), finished the game with seven total tackles.
2012: Took the football field by storm in his first season of collegiate football as he set a school record for sacks in a single
season with 13.5, earning First Team All-PSAC honors. Finished the season with 39 tackles, one interception, one forced
fumble and one fumble recovery. Also hauled in two touchdown receptions as an extra tight end.
¾¾ Picked up a sack in his first college game in a 30-14 win over Edinboro (9/8).
¾¾ Caught a three-yard pass in the corner of the end zone against Millersville (10/6), and caught another touchdown on a
fade route against East Stroudsburg (10/13).
¾¾ Recorded a team-high three sacks against Slippery Rock and finished with seven tackles (11/10).
PERSONAL
A two-sport athlete at Elkton (Md.) High School, Webster excelled in football and basketball and earned a scholarship to
play basketball at Bloomsburg.
¾¾ Owns the Bloomsburg men’s basketball record for career blocked shots with 175.
¾¾ Son of Larry and Melissa Webster. His father, Larry Webster Jr., played in 11 years in the NFL and won a Super Bowl
with Baltimore in 2001.
WEBSTER’S CAREER STATISTICS
2014Det
0
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Totals 0
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0000000000
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
0
0
INACTIVE
9/14
at Car
0
0
INACTIVE
9/21 GB 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
9/28
at NYJ
0
0
INACTIVE
10/5 BUF00 INACTIVE
10/19NO 00 INACTIVE
10/26 at Atl 0 0 DID NOT PLAY
11/9 MIA00 INACTIVE
12/7 TB 00 INACTIVE
Totals 0
00000.0
0000000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
59 - TAHIR WHITEHEAD
Linebacker
Temple Newark, N.J.
Year: 4
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 241
Born: 4/2/90
Draft: ’12, R5a (138)-Det
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: TAH-here
¾¾ Voted by his teammates for the Yale Lary Special Teams MVP in 2013.
TRANSACTIONS
PRO
Earned a contributing role on special teams for the 2012-13 seasons and after establishing himself as a leader on the Lions
coverage units, and proved himself in 2014 as one of the team’s starting linebackers.
2014: After not recording a single tackle outside of special teams in his first two seasons, Whitehead thrived at the middle
linebacker position for injured LB Stephen Tulloch and emerged onto the scene in 2014 to finish the season second on the
team in tackles with 77 (55 solo). Also recorded his first-two-career interceptions and had five pass defenses.
¾¾ Began 2014 season as starting outside linebacker and recorded a tackle on special teams in Week 1 vs. New York
Giants (9/8).
¾¾ Recorded three tackles in Week 2 at Carolina (9/14).
¾¾ Posted three tackles in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/21).
¾¾ Registered a team-tying high 11 tackles (also career-high) in his first start at middle linebacker in Week 4 at New York
Jets (9/28).
¾¾ Recorded six tackles, including one for loss, in Week 5 vs. Buffalo (10/5).
¾¾ Registered a career-high two interceptions, along with six tackles and one TFL in Week 6 at Minnesota (10/12).
¾¾ Posted five tackles and defended one pass in Week 7 vs. New Orleans (10/19).
¾¾ Recorded five tackles, including one for loss, in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Registered three tackles in Week 10 vs. Miami (11/9).
¾¾ Posted three tackles and defended one pass in Week 11 at Arizona (11/16).
¾¾ Registered five tackles in Week 12 at New England (11/23).
¾¾ Posted seven tackles in Week 13 vs. Chicago (11/27).
¾¾ Registered three tackles and one quarterback hit in Week 14 vs. Tampa Bay (12/7).
¾¾ Had nine tackles (one for loss) in Week 15 vs. Minnesota (12/14).
¾¾ Posted three tackles in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
¾¾ Finished with four tackles and defended one pass in Week 17 at Green Bay (12/28).
¾¾ In the NFC Wild Card game at Dallas (1/4), posted six tackles (one for loss), one sack, and one quarterback hit.
2013: Contributed on special teams in all 16 games and ended the year tied for third in special teams tackles with nine
(seven solo) and had one forced fumble. Voted by his teammates for the Yale Lary Special Teams MVP in 2013.
¾¾ Saw action on special teams in Week 2 at Arizona (9/15) and Week 3 at Washington (9/22).
¾¾ Posted two special teams tackles and forced a fumble on kickoff coverage in Week 4 vs. Chicago (9/29).
COLLEGE
Named to the 2011 Butkus Award Watch List. Received the 2011 Mark Bresani Award for spirit and enthusiasm.
2011: Started 12 of 13 games as a senior.
¾¾ Second Team All-MAC
¾¾ First Team All-MAC by Phil Steele.
¾¾ Named Defensive Most Valuable Player of the 2011 Gildan New Mexico Bowl.
PERSONAL
Was a team captain for West Side High School in Newark, N.J. for coach Brian Logan. Won 2007 state championship playing
as a safety, wide receiver, tight end and running back. Was named to the 2008 All-Academic Team as a senior and sophomore.
¾¾ Criminal Justice major.
WHITEHEAD’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:................................................................................... 11 at NYJ 9/28/14
Forced Fumbles:................................................1 (twice) Last vs. Chi 9/29/13
Special Teams Tackles:............................2 (six times) Last at NE 11/23/14
Interceptions:.......................................................................... 2 at Min 10/12/14
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
WHITEHEAD’S CAREER STATISTICS
2012Det
14
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2013Det
16
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2014Det
16
15
7755220.00220500009
Totals 46
15
7755220.0
02205200029
Postseason
2014Det
1
16601.08000000000
Totals 1
16601.0
8000000000
2014 (DET)
9/8NYG
1
10000.00000000001
9/14at Car
1
14130.00000000000
9/21GB1
03210.00000000001
9/28at NYJ
1
111470.00000000001
10/5BUF
1
16330.00000000001
10/12
at Min
1
16510.00220200001
10/19
NO1
15410.00000100000
10/26
at Atl
1
15500.00000000000
11/9MIA
1
13210.00000000000
11/16
at Ari
1
13210.00000100000
11/23
at NE
1
15500.00000000002
11/27
CHI
1
17610.00000000001
12/7TB1
13300.00000000000
12/14
MIN
1
19810.00000000001
12/21
at Chi
1
13300.00000000000
12/28
at GB
1
14220.00000100000
Totals 16
15
7755220.0
0220500009
Postseason
1/4at Dal
1
16601.08000000000
Totals 1
16601.0
8000000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
73 - MICHAEL WILLIAMS
Tackle
Alabama
Reform, Ala.
Year: 2
Ht: 6-6
Wt: 316
Born: 9/8/90
Draft: ’13, R7 (211)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Placed on Reserve/Injured on August 31, 2013.
¾¾ Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the seventh round (211th overall) of the 2013 NFL Draft.
PRO
Second-year Lion who converted to offensive tackle after originally joining the team as a tight end in 2013.
2014: Spent the 2014 season as a member of the practice squad.
2013: Suffered a broken hand in preseason, forcing him to spend his rookie season on Reserve/Injured.
COLLEGE
One of the Crimson Tide’s most experienced players in his four years at Alabama, logged 40 career starts as a versatile
tight end in both the passing and run-blocking game.
2012: Finished his senior year with a career-high 21 receptions for 166 yards and a career-best three touchdowns en route
to a win over Notre Dame in the BCS National Championship Game. Played a key role in the running game as an edge blocker
for a Tide offense that averaged 224.5 yards per game.
¾¾ Caught a two-yard touchdown pass in the season opener against Michigan and helped block for 232 rushing yards on
the day.
¾¾ Hauled in a career-high four passes for 25 yards against Florida Atlantic.
¾¾ Recorded his longest reception of the year with a 17-yard catch for a first down against Missouri.
¾¾ Snagged his career-best third touchdown of the season on a nine-yard pass from QB A.J. McCarron.
¾¾ Earned offensive player of the week honors from the Alabama coaching staff for his performance against Western Carolina.
¾¾ Contributed to a 350-yard rushing effort in the SEC Championship Game against Georgia. Also had two receptions for
five yards in the game.
PERSONAL
Doubled as a defensive end and tight end his senior season at Pickens County (Ala.) High School under head coach Jack
Cook. Was ranked as the No. 26 defensive end nationally by ESPN.com and was listed as the No. 4 defensive end nationally
and the No. 10 overall prospect on the Alabama Top 35 list by Rivals.com.
¾¾ Had more than 400 receiving yards and caught five touchdowns as a tight end his senior season.
¾¾ Also earned All-Area and Honorable Mention All-State honors in basketball.
WILLIAMS’ CAREER STATISTICS
RECEIVINGRUSHING
Year Tm GS RecYdsAvgLg TD Att YdsAvgLg TD TYds
2013 Det 00 RESERVE/INJURED
2014 Det 0 0 PRACTICE SQUAD
Totals 0
0000.0
00000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
30- JOSH WILSON
Cornerback
Maryland
Upper Marlboro, Md.
Year: 9
Ht: 5-9
Wt: 187
Born: 3/11/85
Draft: ‘07, R2 (55)-Sea Acq: UFA-Atl ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a one-year contract on April 4, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the Atlanta Falcons as an unrestricted free agent to a one-year contract on April 8, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Washington Redskins as an unrestricted free agent on July 30, 2011.
¾¾ Traded to the Baltimore Ravens for a 2011 fifth-round draft pick on August 31, 2010.
¾¾ Drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the second round (55th overall) of the 2007 NFL Draft.
PRO
Nine-year veteran roaming NFL defensive backfield who joins the Lions defense in 2015 and is expected to provide help at
the nickel corner spot. Comes to Detroit with 118 career games (85 starts) and has tallied 414 total tackles (336 solo), five
sacks, 15 interceptions, four touchdowns, 78 pass defenses, nine forced fumbles and 11 fumble recoveries following stints
with the Atlanta Falcons (2014), Washington Redskins (2011-13), Baltimore Ravens (2010), and Seattle Seahawks (2007-09).
¾¾ Has appeared in five postseason games, including two with Seattle (2007), two with Baltimore (2010) and one with
Washington (2012).
2014: Played in all 16 games (four starts) in his only season with the Atlanta Falcons as a reserve cornerback, finishing
with 28 tackles (25 solo), one interception (15 yards), seven pass defenses and one tackle for loss.
¾¾ Recorded a season-high eight tackles (six solo) in his first start of the season vs. Chicago (10/12).
¾¾ Started vs. Detroit in London (10/26) and totaled four tackles, including one tackle for loss, and a pass defense.
¾¾ Picked off his first pass of the season, the fifth of his career, and finished with four solo tackles and one pass defense
vs. Arizona (11/30).
¾¾ Started two more games vs. Cleveland (11/23) and at Green Bay (12/8).
COLLEGE
Played in 46 of a possible 48 games during his career at Maryland and was a two-time Academic All-ACC selection. Was
also the recipient of the James Tatum Award, given to the top football student-athlete in the ACC.
¾¾ Despite not being a kick returner until his final collegiate season, he ranks eighth on the school’s career record list
with 847 return yards.
PERSONAL
Graduated from DeMatha (Md.) Catholic High School where he also ran track.
¾¾ Father, Timothy, blocked for Hall of Fame RB Earl Campbell as a member of the Houston Oilers.
¾¾ Graduated from Maryland in 2006 with a degree in marketing.
WILSON’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:........................................................... 11 (twice) Last vs. SF 11/25/13
Sacks:........................................................1 (five times) Last vs. NYG 12/1/13
Pass Defenses:..........................................................................4 at Dal 9/26/11
Interceptions:........................................................................2 vs. NYJ 12/21/08
Interception Return Yards:.................................................75t at SF 10/26/08
Fumble Recoveries:...................................1 (11 time) Last at NYG 12/29/13
Forced Fumbles:....................................1 (nine times) Last vs. Dal 12/22/13
WILSON’S CAREER STATISTICS
2007Sea
12
04220.00000001
2008Sea
16
12
766971.0134135
1932
2009Sea
12
12
444041.032126
21301
2010Bal
14
9373430.0031211401
2011Was
16
16
6248140.002001511
2012Was
16
167454201.0122 8 0 133 2
2013Was
16
16
8964252.024100723
2014Atl16
4282530.001150700
Totals 118
8541433678 5.0 52 15 2964 78 9 11
Postseason
2007Sea
2
00000.00000000
2010Bal
2
24400.00100300
2012Was
1
15321.09000000
Totals 5
39721.0
9100300
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
38 - GEORGE WINN
Running Back
Cincinnati Southfield, Mich.
Year: 2
Ht: 5-11
Wt: 215
Born: 11/10/90
Draft: FA-Hou ’13
Acquired: FA-Det ‘14
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Lions to the active roster from the practice squad on September 30, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as a free agent on July 17, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Cowboys on December 17, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Dallas Cowboys to the practice squad on December 4, 2013.
¾¾ Released by the Steelers on November 19, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers to the practice squad on October 23, 2013.
¾¾ Released by the Raiders on October 15, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Oakland Raiders to the practice squad on October 2, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the New England Patriots as a free agent on June 17, 2013.
¾¾ Released by the Texans on May 15, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Houston Texans as an undrafted rookie free agent on May 10, 2013.
PRO
A Michigan native and second-year running back who adds strength to the Lions running backs unit after seeing time on
the practice squad with the Oakland Raiders, Pittsburgh Steelers and Dallas Cowboys in 2013.
2014: Began the 2014 season on the practice squad before joining the active roster on September 30. Finished the season
with 19 carries for 73 yards and a long of 16 yards.
¾¾ Signed from Lions practice squad to the active roster on September 30 and saw his first NFL action in Week 5 vs. Buffalo
(10/5). Finished his first NFL game with 11 carries for 48 yards (4.4 avg).
¾¾ Carried the ball one time for two yards in Week 8 at Atlanta (10/26).
¾¾ Had one carry for five yards in Week 16 at Chicago (12/21).
COLLEGE:
Played in 37 career games during his collegiate career at Cincinnati, carrying the ball 321 times for 1,710 rushing yards
(5.32 avg) and 13 touchdowns. Added 19 catches for 159 yards (8.36 avg) to his career total.
PERSONAL
Attended University of Detroit Jesuit (Mich.) High School where he was a three-year letterman under Coach Paul Windham.
As a running back, earned First-Team Detroit All-Catholic League honors, Detroit News All-Metro Second Team honors and
ranked as No. 35 Blue Chip by the Detroit News.
¾¾ Son of George and Verita Winn. Cousin, Derrick Mason, spent over 10 years in the League.
WINN’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Rushing Attempts:................................................................. 11 vs Buf 10/5/14
Rushing Yards:........................................................................ 48 vs Buf 10/5/14
Long Rush................................................................................ 16 vs Buf 10/5/14
WINN’S CAREER STATISTICS
RUSHINGRECEIVING
Year Tm GS Att YdsAvgLg TD RecYdsAvgLg TD TYds
2014Det
12
019733.8160000.00073
Totals 12
019733.8
160000.0
0073
Date Tm GS Att YdsAvgLg TD RecYdsAvgLg TD TYds
2014Det
1
0000.000000.0000
Totals 1
0000.0
00000.0
000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
9/8NYG
0
0
INACTIVE
9/14
at Car
0
0
INACTIVE
9/21
GB
0
0
INACTIVE
9/28
at NYJ
0
0
INACTIVE
10/5BUF
1
011484.4160000.00048
10/12
at Min
1
05163.240000.00016
10/19
NO1
0000.000000.0000
10/26
at Atl
1
0122.020000.0002
11/9MIA
1
0000.000000.0000
11/16
at Ari
1
0000.000000.0000
11/23
at NE
1
0000.000000.0000
11/27
CHI
1
0000.000000.0000
12/7TB1
0122.020000.0000
12/14
MIN
1
0000.000000.0000
12/21
at Chi
1
0155.050000.0005
12/28
at GB
1
0000.000000.0000
Totals 12
019733.8
160000.0
0073
1/4at Dal
1
0000.000000.0000
Totals 1
0000.0
00000.0
000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
99 - COREY WOOTTON
Defensive End
Northwestern
Rutherford, N.J.
Year: 6
Ht: 6-6
Wt: 284
Born: 6/22/87
Draft: ‘10, R4 (109)-Chi Acquired: UFA-Min ‘15
MANE FACTS
¾¾ Pronunciation: WOO-tin
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an unrestricted free agent to a one-year contract on May 14, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the Minnesota Vikings as an unrestricted free agent to a one-year contract on March 21, 2010.
¾¾ Drafted by the Chicago Bears in the fourth round (109th overall) of the 2010 NFL Draft.
PRO
Versatile defensive end who makes his third stop across the NFC North after previous playing stints with the Chicago Bears
(2010-13) and Minnesota Vikings (2014). Has played in 60 career games (22 starts), as well as two postseason games
(2010, Chicago). Career totals include 86 total tackles (65 solo), 12 sacks (73.5 yards), six pass defenses, three forced
fumbles and two fumble recoveries.
¾¾ Originally drafted by the Bears in the fourth round (109th overall) of the 2010 NFL Draft.
2014: Played in 15 games in his only season as a Viking and picked up his only sack of the season against his former team,
Chicago (12/28). Finished the year with 16 total tackles (11 solo) and one sack.
¾¾ Posted a career-best four solo tackles vs. New York Jets (12/7).
2013: Started a career-high 15 games with the Bears and played in all 16 for the second straight season, rotating between
defensive tackle (10 starts) and left defensive end (five starts). Notched a career-best four tackles in three different games
on the season.
¾¾ Set a career high with two pass defenses at Minnesota (12/1) and recorded 1.5 of his 3.5 sacks for the season against
the Vikings.
COLLEGE
Left Northwestern with the school record for career starts with 49 and played in 53 games for the Wildcats. Finished with
19.5 career sacks to rank third in school history. Named First Team All-Big 10 as a junior and senior.
PERSONAL
Named all-state at Don Bosco Prep in New Jersey and helped his squad to consecutive undefeated state championships as
a junior and senior, playing both tight end and defensive end. Ranked as the 29th overall player in the state of New Jersey
by Rivals.com. Played under head coach Greg Toal.
¾¾ Graduated from Northwestern as a triple major, earning degrees in communications, African-American studies and
sociology.
¾¾ Wife, Felicia Chester-Wootton, played in the WNBA with the Chicago Sun.
¾¾ Son of Larry and Lori Wootton.
WOOTTON’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:.................................................................................... 5 vs. GB 12/16/12
Sacks:.............................................................1.5 (twice) Last vs. GB 12/16/12
Pass Defenses:..........................................................................2 at Min 12/1/13
Fumble Recoveries:.......................................... 1 (twice) Last at Det 9/29/13
Forced Fumbles:.....................................1 (three times) Last at Det 9/29/13
WOOTTON’S CAREER STATISTICS
2010Chi6
05321.0120000000
2011Chi7
04310.000000000
2012Chi16
7272077.040.5
0001201
2013Chi16
15
342863.0180005120
2014Min
15
0161151.030000000
Totals 60
22
86652112.0
73.5
0006321
Postseason
Year Tm GS TT ST AT Sk YdsInt YdsTD PD FF FRTD
2010Chi2
01100.000000000
Totals 2
01100.0
00000000
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
96 - JEREL WORTHY
Defensive Tackle
Michigan State
Dayton, Ohio
Year: 3
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 285
Born: 4/28/90
Draft: ‘12, R2 (51)-GB Acquired: W-KC ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Claimed off waivers by the Detroit Lions on August 5, 2015.
¾¾ Waived by the Chiefs on August 3, 2015.
¾¾ Signed to the Kansas City Chiefs practice squad on September 9, 2014.
¾¾ Traded to the New England Patriots on August 13, 2014.
¾¾ Drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the second round (51st overall) of the 2012 NFL Draft.
PRO
Powerful defensive tackle who comes back to play near his collegiate home in East Lansing. A second round pick (51st
overall) of the Green Bay Packers, Worthy has played in 16 games in his career, making 4 starts, all with Green Bay.
2014: Spent time on the Kansas City Chiefs practice squad
2013: Saw action in 2 games and recorded 1 tackle before spending the remainder of the season on the Physically Unable
to Perform list
COLLEGE
Played in 40 career games, including 38 starts at defensive tackle for Head Coach Mark Dantonio at Michigan State. Recorded
107 tackles, and finished his career amongst MSU’s all-time leaders in tackles for loss (27.5) and sacks (12). Also added
3 blocked kicks in his Spartan career.
PERSONAL
Named to the Associated Press Division I All-Ohio and AP Southwest All-District first team as a senior at Huber Heights
Wayne High School in Dayton, Ohio.
¾¾ Son of Stephanie Worthy and Bobby Smith
WORTHY’S SINGLE-GAME BESTS
Tackles:....................................................3 (three times) Last vs. Chi 9/13/12
Sacks:..................................................................1 (twice) Last vs. Chi 9/13/12
Forced Fumbles:...................................................................... 1 at Chi 12/16/12
WORTHY’S CAREER STATISTICS
2012GB14
4141132.518.5
0000100
2013GB2
0101000000000
2014 KC PRACTICE SQUAD
Totals 16
4151142.5
18.5
0000100
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
90 - GABE WRIGHT
Defensive Tackle
Auburn
Columbus, Ga.
Year: Rookie
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 305
Born: 4/3/92
Draft: ‘15, R4 (113)-Det
TRANSACTIONS
PRO
Comes to Detroit following a career at Auburn where he displayed a knack for versatility, playing multiple positions along
the defensive line, and will join the Lions’ defensive line as one of the best young position groups in the NFL.
COLLEGE
Originally a defensive end, Wright made the switch to defensive tackle to close out the 2012 season and concluded his college
career in 2014 as one of the leaders of the Auburn defense. Finished his collegiate career with 27 starts in 52 games and 86
total tackles (44 solo), 20.5 tackles for loss (79 yards), six sacks (42 yards), one forced fumble and two fumble recoveries.
2014: Earned Honorable Mention All-SEC honors from the Associated Press as a senior and ended the season with 24
total tackles (10 solo), 4.5 tackles for loss and one sack. Was named a game captain for all 13 games of the 2014 season.
¾¾ Named to the Outland Trophy and Bronko Nagurski Trophy watch list to start the season.
¾¾ Picked up a sack and two tackles for loss against San Jose State.
¾¾ Recorded three or more tackles in four games over the course of the season.
2013: Started 11 of Auburn’s 14 games, including the final 10, and finished the season with a career-high 31 total tackles
(16 solo), 8.5 tackles for loss, a career-high three sacks and one fumble recovery. Earned Honorable Mention All-SEC
honors for the first time in his career.
¾¾ Totaled four tackles, three tackles for loss and two sacks vs. Ole Miss.
¾¾ Made four tackles in the win over Georgia.
¾¾ Sacked Alabama QB A.J. McCarron and finished with four tackles against the Crimson Tide.
¾¾ Picked up two tackles in the SEC Championship Game vs. Missouri.
2012: Transitioned to defensive tackle for the last five games of the season and started six of the 12 games in 2012.
¾¾ Tallied his second-career sack at Vanderbilt.
2011: Played in all 13 games (three starts) as a freshman and concluded the year with 12 total tackles (six solo), three
tackles for loss, one sack and one forced fumble.
¾¾ Made his first-career start against Ole Miss and recorded his first-career sack in the Chick-fil-A Bowl against Virginia.
PERSONAL
Played for coach Dell McGee at Carver (Ga.) High School where he was listed as the No. 3 defensive tackle and No. 26 player
overall by ESPN and Scouts Inc. following his senior season. Selected to play in the 2011 Under Armour All-American Game as
a senior. Finished his high school career with 88 tackles, 11 sacks, 12 tackles for loss and five forced fumbles his senior year.
¾¾ Also named No. 13 defensive tackle by Rivals.com and No. 11 defensive tackle by Scout.com.
¾¾ Son of Viola Wright.
¾¾ Majored in Public Relations at Auburn.
DETROIT LIONS
PLAYER PROFILES
76 - AL BOND
2 - KYLE BRINDZA
GuardMemphis
Memphis, Tenn.
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 315
Year: Rookie
Born: 3/5/92
Draft: FA-Det ‘15
Kicker
Canton, Mich.
Year: Rookie
Draft: FA-Det ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as an undrafted rookie free agent
on May 7, 2015.
COLLEGE
Played in 47 career games at Memphis and started in 42, including
the final 29 games of his collegiate career. Saw action in 2,912 of
the 3,108 plays over his four-year career (93.7-percent) and was a
member of the team’s leadership council as both a junior and senior.
2014: Helped lead Memphis to its first conference title since 1971
and just the program’s second 10-win season (first since 1938).
Blocked for the Tigers’ offensive line as the starting right tackle in
all 13 games as the team closed out the season with a seven-game
winning streak.
¾¾ Blocked for a Memphis offense that accounted for 5,552 total
yards of offense (427.1 yards per game), the first time the Tigers
recorded 5,000 or more yards of offense since 2008.
¾¾ Offense racked up 54 touchdowns on the way to the team’s
school-record 58 total touchdowns.
¾¾ Played all 97 plays against BYU in the Miami Beach Bowl,
including seven plays over the course of two overtime periods
in the Tigers’ win.
2013: Played in all 12 games (10 starts) and earned a spot on Head
Coach Justin Fuente’s leadership council as a junior. Member of
an offensive line that blocked for a redshirt freshman quarterback
who became just the second rookie to pass for over 2,000 yards
in a season.
¾¾ Ended the season by playing in every snap over the last
four games against South Florida, Louisville, Temple and
Connecticut, totaling 242 snaps.
2012: Started all 12 games as a sophomore and was on the field for
all 772 offensive snaps. Blocked for an offensive unit that raised its
total offense in Conference USA games from 243.0 yards per game
to 327.1 yards per game (26-percent increase).
2011: As a redshirt freshman, competed in 10 games and made seven
starts along the offensive line. Wrapped up the season by playing
in 438-consecutive snaps over the course of the final seven games.
PERSONAL
Played his high school football for coach Cedric Miller at Southwind
(Tenn.) High School where he honed his craft at left tackle. Earned
First Team Offensive All-District 15-AAA honors as a senior and
served as team captain for three seasons.
¾¾ Helped block for RB Daveonn Porter, who rushed for 200-plus
yards in back-to-back games and logged 546 yards in six games
before he was injured.
¾¾ Also played center for the Southwind basketball team.
¾¾ Received his bachelor’s degree in professional studies in
correctional administration from Memphis and is pursuing a
second degree in criminal justice.
DETROIT LIONS
Notre Dame
Ht: 6-0
Wt: 232
Born: 1/13/93
TRANSACTIONS
on May 7, 2015.
COLLEGE
Holds the Notre Dame record for field goals made with 57 and
finished his college career ranking third on the school’s all-time
scoring list with 288 points and second among kickers. Among the
other top spots he holds in the Irish record books include singlegame field goals (five), single-game points (17), single-season field
goals (23), single-season 50-yard field goals (three) and career
50-yard field goals (four).
2014: Converted on 14-of-24 field goal attempts as a senior and
was named to the 2014 Senior Bowl Watch List. Also doubled as the
team’s punter and recorded 51 punts, 42 of which were not returned.
Recorded 12 punts of at least 50 yards and averaged 63.3 yards per
kickoff (81 for 5,131 yards)
¾¾ His third-quarter field goal against Rice gave him 202 career
points, making him the sixth Irish kicker to surpass the
200-point plateau.
¾¾ Booted a pair of 50+-yard punts vs. Purdue, the second game in
his career with two 50+-yard punts in one game.
¾¾ Connected on a 32-yard field goal as time expired to give the
Irish a 31-28 victory over No. 22 LSU in the Music City Bowl.
2013: Saw action in all 13 games as both the punter and placekicker,
going 20-for-26 on field goals, including a school-record three
field goals of at least 50 yards. Was perfect on 38 extra point
attempts and averaged 41.1 yards per punt in his first season on
the punting job.
¾¾ Made a career-high-tying five field goals in Notre Dame’s 29-16
win over Rutgers in the 2013 New Era Pinstripe Bowl. The five
field goals also equaled an NCAA bowl game record.
¾¾ Had his longest punt of the season (56 yards) at Pittsburgh.
¾¾ Scored a season-high 13 points in the win over Arizona State,
connecting on three-of-four field goals and four extra points.
2012: Converted 23-of-31 field goal attempts, becoming the second
kicker in school history to connect on at least 20 field goals in a
single season. His 23 field goals also surpassed the single-season
record held by John Carney (21, 1986).
¾¾ Kicked off 71 times for a combined 4,445 yards, averaging 62.6
yards per kick, and recorded a touchback on 26 occasions.
¾¾ Set a school record for single-season points by kicking (97) with
23 field goals and 28 extra points.
2011: Played in all 13 games as a freshman as the team’s kickoff
specialist. Kicked off 71 times, totaling 4,635 yards and 12
touchbacks. Also made two tackles on special teams.
PERSONAL
At Plymouth (Mich.) High School, set Michigan state high school
record with 19 made field goals as a senior in 2010, including six-ofnine from 50 yards or more. Also averaged 43.2 yards per punt and
60-of-63 kickoffs resulted in touchbacks. Played in Offense-Defense
All-American Bowl in Myrtle Beach, S.C. and was rated as the ninthbest player in Michigan by the Detroit Free Press. Tabbed the nation’s
best kicker by Scout.com and named First Team All-State by the
Associated Press following his senior season.
¾¾ Graduated from Notre Dame with a bachelor’s degree in
graphic design.
¾¾ Son of Tiffany Brindza.
PLAYER PROFILES
60- BRAXSTON CAVE
95 - BRANDON COPELAND
Center
Mishawaka, Ind.
Year: 1
Draft: FA-Cle ‘13
LinebackerPennsylvania
Sykesville, Md. Ht: 6-3
Wt: 248
Year: 1
Born: 7/2/91
Draft: FA-Bal ‘13
Acquired: FA ’15
Notre Dame
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 298
Born: 7/29/89
Acquired: FA ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions to a Reserve/Future contract on
January 6, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the Browns to the practice squad on October 8, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Redskins on September 23, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Washington Redskins to the practice squad on
September 2, 2014.
¾¾ Re-signed by the Patriots on January 20, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Patriots to the practice squad on September
7, 2013.
¾¾ Released by the Patriots on September 5, 2013.
¾¾ Acquired by the New England Patriots via waivers from the
Browns on September 1, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Cleveland Browns as an undrafted rookie free
agent on April 30, 2013.
PRO
First-year center who comes to the Lions after stints with the
Patriots and Redskins practice squads. Entered the NFL as an
undrafted rookie free agent out of Notre Dame in 2013 with the
Cleveland Browns.
2014: Began the season as a member of the Redskins practice squad
before joining the Browns practice squad on October 8.
2013: Started the season with Cleveland but was released prior to
the first week of the regular season. Signed by the Patriots to the
practice squad where he spent his rookie season.
COLLEGE
Became a full-time starter in 2010 for the Fighting Irish after
redshirting in 2008 and seeing limited action in 2009. Finished his
career at Notre Dame by playing in 48 games (35 starts).
¾¾ Named a Third Team All-American by the Associated Press
during his final season in 2012.
¾¾ Part of an offensive line that helped the Irish average more than
200 yards per game in both rushing and receiving during the 2012
season en route to the team’s appearance in the BCS National
Championship Game.
PERSONAL
Attended Penn (Ind.) High School where he helped guide his school
to an undefeated regular season in his senior season and a final
record of 12-1.
¾¾ A two-sport athlete, also competing in track and participating
in the shot put.
DETROIT LIONS
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as a free agent to a one-year contract
on April 7, 2015.
¾¾ Released by the Titans on September 16, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Titans to the practice squad on August 31, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Titans on August 30, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Titans to a Reserve/Future contract on December
31, 2013.
¾¾ Released by the Titans on November 5, 2013. Re-signed by the
Titans to the practice squad on November 12, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Tennessee Titans to the practice squad on
October 8, 2013.
¾¾ Released by the Ravens on September 25, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Ravens to the practice squad on September
1, 2013.
¾¾ Released by the Ravens on August 30, 2013.
¾¾ Signed by the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted rookie free
agent on May 3, 2013.
PRO
Originally signed by the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted rookie free
agent out of Pennsylvania in 2013, Copeland joined the Tennessee
Titans practice squad in 2013 and 2014. His impressive performance
at the 2015 NFL Veteran Combine earned him a one-year contract
with the Lions this season as he is expected to provide versatility
as a linebacker and special teams contributor.
2014: Signed by the Titans to a Reserve/Future contract following
the 2013 season and spent the beginning of 2014 as a member of
the Titans practice squad before being released by the team on
September 16.
2013: Joined the Baltimore Ravens practice squad as an undrafted
rookie free agent out of Pennsylvania before being signed by the
Titans to the practice squad in October where he spent the majority
of the 2013 season.
COLLEGE
Was a three-time Ivy League champion at Pennsylvania. Finished
his collegiate career playing in 39 games with 30 straight starts and
tallied 160 tackles, 11 sacks for 70 yards, 26.5 tackles for loss, an
interception, four pass defenses, two forced fumbles, two fumble
recoveries, a blocked kick, a safety and a touchdown. Earned First
Team All-Ivy League three times (2010-12).
2012: Capped off his collegiate career in 2012, earning First Team
All-Ivy League by tallying 51 tackles. Led the team and finished
seventh in the league with five sacks for 23 yards and recorded
8.5 tackles for loss, ranking second on the team. Placed third in
the league with two fumble recoveries and posted five or more
tackles in six contests.
¾¾ As a senior was awarded Ivy League Co-Defensive Player of the
Week honors and NCAA National Defensive Player of the Week
following his performance in a win against Harvard, where he
helped clinch the Ivy League with his first safety and a careerhigh two sacks.
PERSONAL
Prepped at Gilman (Md.) School where he was a three-sport athlete
in football, basketball and track. Was awarded the 2008 National
Football Foundation Scholar Athlete of the Year award and was a
2008 Academic All-State team honoree.
¾¾ Participated in Maryland Crab Bowl and the Baltimore
Touchdown Club All-Star games in 2008 and was a member of
the 2006 MIAAA Conference championship squad.
¾¾ Nominated for the Army All-American game and earned AllBaltimore City honors.
PLAYER PROFILES
14 - GARRETT GILBERT
19 - JARRED HAGGINS
Quarterback
Austin, Texas
Year: 1
Draft: ’14, R6 (214)-Stl
Wide Receiver
Lakeland, Fla.
Year: Rookie
Draft: FA-Det ‘15
Southern Methodist
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 230
Born: 7/1/91
Acquired: W-NE ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Claimed off waivers by the Detroit Lions from the Patriots on
June 12, 2015.
¾¾ Released by the Patriots on June 11, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the New England Patriots to a Reserve/Future contract
on February 5, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the New England Patriots to the practice squad on
December 17, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Rams on October 28, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Rams to the practice squad on September 1, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Rams on August 30, 2014.
¾¾ Drafted by the St. Louis Rams in the sixth round (214th overall)
of the 2014 NFL Draft.
PRO
First-year quarterback with size and stature who spent his first NFL
season in 2014 as a member of the St. Louis Rams and New England
Patriots practice squads.
COLLEGE
Appeared in a total of 47 games over the course of his college career
at SMU, including 37 starts. Finished with 9,761 passing yards on
908-of-1,548 passing (58.6 percent) that included 49 touchdowns
and 45 interceptions. Added 1,013 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns
on the ground for a total of 10,774 all-purpose yards for his career.
¾¾ Prior to transferring to SMU, began his career at Texas where he
started 14-of-24 games and connected on 305-of-538 passes
(56.7-percent) for 3,301 yards and 13 touchdowns.
¾¾ Holds the SMU record for career 300-yard passing games with
nine and is second in both pass completions (603) and passing
yards (6,460).
PERSONAL
Attended Lake Travis (Texas) High School where he earned 2008
Offensive Player of the Year honors from USA Today as a senior.
Guided his school to the 2007 Texas UIL Class 4A Division II State
Championship. Upon completing the 2007 season, he broke state
records for completions (359), pass attempts (555) and yards (4,827).
¾¾ Born in Buffalo, N.Y., where his father, Gale, played for the Buffalo
Bills. Later moved to San Diego, Calif. when his father signed
with the San Diego Chargers.
DETROIT LIONS
Florida State
Ht: 5-11
Wt: 193
Born: 1/17/92
TRANSACTIONS
on May 11, 2015.
COLLEGE
Played in 41 career games at Florida State and finished his collegiate
career with 21 receptions for 224 yards. Contributed primarily as a
backup receiver and special teams player.
2014: Returned as a fifth-year senior following an injury that
sidelined him for the entire 2013 season. Considered the emotional
leader of the Seminoles and served as a game captain in all 14
games.
¾¾ A backup receiver, caught one ball for 18 yards against Wake
Forest.
2013: Redshirted after suffering a preseason knee injury.
2012: Played in all 13 games as a junior and caught eight passes
for a career high 108 yards.
¾¾ Opened the season against Murray State by catching three
passes for 34 yards.
¾¾ Caught a career long 42-yard pass on 3rd-and-10 in the first
quarter against Boston College and helped extend an eventual
touchdown drive.
2011: Recorded 11 catches for 94 yards over the course of the first
seven games before breaking his right hand against Oklahoma.
Returned just two games later against Duke.
¾¾ In his first career start against Louisiana-Monroe, hauled in five
catches for 28 yards.
2010: Played in seven games, primarily on special teams. Recorded
his first career catch on a four-yard grab against Samford.
PERSONAL
Quarterbacked the Lakeland (Fla.) Dreadnaughts as a prep star
before converting to wide receiver at Florida State. Was a three-star
prospect according to both Rivals and Scout.com. As a senior, threw
for 1,512 yards and 17 touchdowns with just four interceptions, and
also rushed for 525 yards and seven touchdowns.
¾¾ Led Lakeland to the 5A state semifinals, losing to Tampa Plant.
PLAYER PROFILES
61 - KERRY HYDER
43 - ISAIAH JOHNSON
Defensive End
Texas
Year: 1
Draft: FA-NYJ ‘14
Safety
Tyrone, Ga.
Year: Rookie
Draft: FA-Det ‘15
Texas Tech Austin,
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 301
Born: 5/2/91
Acquired: FA ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions to a Reserve/Future contract on
January 6, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the Jets to the practice squad on September 1, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Jets on August 30, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the New York Jets as an undrafted rookie free agent
on May 11, 2014.
PRO
Hyder joins the Lions after spending his first NFL season as a member
of the New York Jets practice squad.
2014: Member of the New York Jets practice squad for the 2014
season.
COLLEGE
A four-year contributor at Texas Tech, Hyder finished his career by
starting in 41 of 49 games and totaled 176 tackles (125 solo), 11
sacks, 34 tackles for loss, six forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries
and 10 pass defenses.
¾¾ Senior year honors include: All-Big 12 Second Team, Big 12
Broadcasters All-Conference First Team, AP All-Big 12 Second
Team, midseason Kansas ACity Star Big 12 Defensive MVP,
Midseason FOX Sports All-Big 12 First Team, Midseason Phil
Steele All-Big 12 First Team, Midseason San Antonio ExpressNews All-Big 12 First Team, Preseason Dave Campbell’s
All-Texas Team, Preseason College Football News Big 12 Top
Players (No. 20), Preseason College Football News All-Big 12
First Team, Preseason All-Big 12 (media), Lombardi Award
Watch List, Bronko Nagurski Watch List, Outland Trophy Watch
List, Preseason Phil Steele All-Big 12 First Team and Preseason
Athlon Big-12 First Team.
PERSONAL
Ranked as the No. 40 defensive end recruit in the country by Scout.
com out of Lyndon B. Johnson (Texas) High School. Named Class
4A All-State Second Team as a senior.
¾¾ Majored in business at Texas Tech.
¾¾ Has five siblings.
DETROIT LIONS
Georgia Tech
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 206
Born: 5/16/92
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on May 7, 2015.
COLLEGE
Four-year impact player on defense for Georgia Tech, finishing his
collegiate career with 51 games played, 275 total tackles (175 solo),
three sacks, four forced fumbles, seven fumble recoveries and six
interceptions (93 yards).
2014: Returned from injury as a redshirt senior and saw action in
13 games (12 starts) and earned the team’s Defensive Effort Award.
Totaled 72 tackles, ranking fourth on the team, including 51 solo
stops and three tackles for loss.
¾¾ Led defense with 10 tackles, including two tackles for loss, and
forced and recovered a fumble at Georgia.
¾¾ Recorded one interception, two forced fumbles, two fumble
recoveries and had a team-high five pass defenses in Tech’s
49-34 Orange Bowl win over Mississippi State on New Year’s Eve.
¾¾ Had three solo tackles vs. Florida State in the ACC Championship
Game.
2013: Redshirted due to a season-ending injury.
2012: Led the team in tackles as a junior with 87 (53 solo) and one
sack. Started the first 13 games of the season before suffering an
injury that sidelined him for the Hyundai Sun Bowl. Also finished
the season with one sack and one interception that was returned
for a touchdown.
¾¾ Picked off his fifth career pass and returned it 22 yards for his
second career pick-six.
2011: Started all 13 games at safety and tied for the team lead
in interceptions with three (10th in ACC). Ended the season with
78 tackles (48 solo), three tackles for loss, one sack, two forced
fumbles and three pass defenses.
¾¾ Had an interception, fumble recovery and four tackles in the
second week of the season at Middle Tennessee State.
¾¾ Registered an interception to go with seven tackles in key home
win vs. North Carolina.
¾¾ Matched a career high with nine tackles and had one sack
vs. Utah.
2010: Led all Georgia Tech freshmen with 46 total tackles (28
solo) and concluded his first season of college football with one
sack, two fumble recoveries, one interception, one forced fumble
and one pass defense.
¾¾ In his first career game vs. South Carolina State, forced a fumble
and made four tackles.
¾¾ Grabbed his first career interception and returned it 18 yards vs.
Middle Tennessee State.
PERSONAL
Earned all-state, all-region and all-county honors as a safety in
2009 at Sandy Creek (Ga.) High School. Led his school to a state
championship in 2009 and broke the school records for single-season
and career interceptions.
¾¾ Member of the academic honor roll at Sandy Creek.
¾¾ Graduated from Georgia Tech with a master’s degree in building
construction.
¾¾ Son of Nathan and Dominica. Has three siblings, Aaron Smith,
Tyler Smith and Sierra Johnson.
PLAYER PROFILES
83 - VERNON JOHNSON
68 - DARREN KEYTON
Wide Receiver
Fort Worth, Texas
Year: Rookie
Draft: FA-Det ‘15
Guard
Traverse City, Mich.
Year: 1
Draft: FA-Det ‘13
Texas A&M Commerce
Ht: 6-0
Wt: 192
Born: 4/17/92
TRANSACTIONS
on May 7, 2015.
COLLEGE
Spent two seasons at Southwestern Junior College before
transferring to Texas A&M Commerce in 2013. Finished his career at
Commerce with 147 receptions for 2,608 yards and 25 touchdowns,
averaging 113.4 yards per game in 23 career games.
2014: Ended his college career with a career-high 77 receptions and
finished with 1,258 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns. Recorded 100
or more yards in seven games, including five-consecutive in contests
against Tarleton State (102), Angelo State (113), West Texas A&M
(102), Midwestern State (180) and McMurry (118).
¾¾ Racked up a career-high 191 yards on only four catches and two
touchdowns in the season finale against East Central.
2013: In his first season at Commerce, took the offense by storm
and finished with 70 receptions for 1,350 yards and 13 touchdowns
(122.7 yards per game). Named the Lone Star Conference Wide
Receiver of the Year and was a first team all-conference selection
at wide receiver and kick returner.
¾¾ Set the Commerce single-season records in receptions (70) and
receiving touchdowns (13).
¾¾ Had 100-yard receiving games in nine of the 12 games on the
year, going for at least 129 yards in each of those games.
¾¾ Set the Commerce single-game record with 201 kickoff return
yards in the win over McMurry.
2011-12: Played two seasons at Southwestern Junior College,
concluding his junior college career with 48 receptions for 1,100
yards and 15 touchdowns.
PERSONAL
Was a three-year letterman at Brewer (Texas) High School and
totaled 68 catches for nearly 1,000 yards as a senior under head
coach Paul Sharr. Also lettered in track and field and basketball.
¾¾ Son of Ratisapea Nailon.
DETROIT LIONS
Central Michigan
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 312
Born: 6/15/90
Acquired: FA ‘14
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Lions as a free agent on February 6, 2015.
¾¾ Released by the Lions on December 29, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Lions to the active roster from the practice squad
on December 27, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Lions to the practice squad on November 11, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Lions as a free agent on January 30, 2014.
on May 13, 2013.
PRO
First-year center who rejoins the Lions in 2015 as a free agent
after participating in the team’s training camps in 2013 and 2014.
COLLEGE
2012: Named team Offensive Upfront Co-Player of the Year after
starting all 13 games at right guard. Part of an offensive line that
averaged 6.2 yards per play, ranking second best in the Mid-American
Conference.
¾¾ Contributed to an offense that produced nearly 400 yards of
offense per game and scored 30 or more points in 10 games,
while anchoring an offensive line that allowed just 15 sacks.
CMU’s 15 sacks allowed ranked 17th, nationally.
¾¾ Helped pave the way for RB Zurlon Tipton to rush for 1,492 yards
and 19 touchdowns, the second-highest total by any Chippewa
back in school history.
¾¾ Protected QB Ryan Radcliff as he threw for 3,000-plus yards for
the third consecutive season (3,158).
PERSONAL
Three-year starter at Traverse City West (Mich.) High School where
he was ranked as the No. 43 prospect on the Detroit Free Press Fab
50. Helped lead his team to a Big North Conference title and state
playoff berth as a junior.
¾¾ Was a two-time all-conference selection that finished with 38
pancake blocks and graded at 90-percent for his career as an
offensive lineman.
¾¾ Also earned three varsity letters in basketball.
PLAYER PROFILES
40 - DESMOND MARTIN
49 - JACOB MAXWELL
Running Back
Portsmouth, Va.
Year: Rookie
Draft: FA-Det ‘15
Tight End
Pearl River, La.
Year: 1
Draft: FA-Det ‘14
Wayne State
Ht: 6-0
Wt: 223
Born: 3/20/92
TRANSACTIONS
on May 12, 2015.
COLLEGE
Played in 48 career games at Wayne State and finished in the
program’s record books, ranking fourth all-time in rushing yards
(2,791), seventh in rushing touchdowns (24) and eighth in rushing
attempts (510). His 5.47 career yards per carry average also ranks
third behind only Vic Zucco (1953-54) and Lions RB and former Wayne
State product Joique Bell.
2014: Voted First Team All-GLIAC and named Wayne State’s
Offensive Most Valuable Player as a senior. Started all 11 games
and became the first player in program history with back-to-back
200-yard games and had three 200-yard games during the season.
Finished his senior season with 287 carries for 1,578 yards and 16
touchdowns. Also selected to the USA College Football All-America
Second Team.
¾¾ His 1,578 rushing yards in 2014 is the fourth-highest singleseason output in program history, while his 16 touchdowns
rank sixth.
¾¾ Including his three 200-yard games, altogether posted seven
outings with 100 yards or more.
¾¾ Racked up five multi-touchdown games, including three threetouchdown performances against Carson-Newman, Malone and
Lake Erie College, respectively.
2013: Recipient of the Courtney “Cortez” Smith Award, which
recognizes a member of the Wayne State University football program
whose contributions include: a positive approach to all aspects
of the program both on and off the field; noticeable improvement
to academic growth and progress, as well as skill and physical
development; and finally, growing spiritually and contributing to
the overall vitality of the football program.
¾¾ Played in all 11 games and finished the season with 139 carries
for 665 yards and five touchdowns.
2012: Saw action in all 10 games as a sophomore and concluded the
season with 62 carries for 387 yards and one touchdown.
¾¾ Tallied a Wayne State season-high 73-yard run against Hillsdale.
2011: As a freshman, played in all 16 games, scoring his first career
touchdown run vs. Urbana on an 89-yard carry.
PERSONAL
Graduated from Redford (Mich.) Thurston High School where he
earned two varsity letters in football for the Eagles under coach Bob
Snell. Finished his senior season with 84 tackles, five sacks, as well
as 1,056 yards and 15 touchdowns on the ground.
¾¾ Named to the Detroit News 2009 All-Metro West First Team as
a linebacker and was a 2009 Associated Press Division 3-4 All
State Honorable Mention selection.
¾¾ Also lettered in basketball at Thurston.
¾¾ Majored in business administration and management at
Wayne State.
¾¾ Son of Darrayl Martin and Cynthia Posey.
DETROIT LIONS
Louisiana-Lafayette
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 245
Born: 1/4/91
Acquired: FA ‘15
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Lions as a free agent on August 11, 2015.
¾¾ Released by the Bears on June 19, 2015.
¾¾ Signed by the Chicago Bears to the practice squad on October
13, 2014.
¾¾ Released by the Dolphins on October 8, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Miami Dolphins to the practice squad on
September 1, 2014.
on May 12, 2014.
PRO
Originally joined the Lions as an undrafted rookie free agent in
2014 out of Louisiana-Lafayette, and returns to Detroit in 2015
following practice squad stints with the Miami Dolphins and Chicago
Bears last season.
COLLEGE
2013: Only played in seven games due to injury, but finished his
senior season with 12 receptions for 158 yards (13.2 avg) and two
touchdowns.
¾¾ Recorded a career-high six receptions in the team’s season
opener against Arkansas. Ended the game with 77 receiving
yards and one touchdown.
2012: Saw action in all 13 games at tight end, finishing fifth on the
team with 19 catches for career-highs in receiving yards (185) and
receiving touchdowns (four).
¾¾ Caught at least one pass in 11 games, and opened up the season
with three catches for 23 yards and a touchdown vs. Lamar (9/1).
¾¾ Hauled in touchdown passes against Louisiana-Monroe, Florida
International and South Alabama.
2011: Played in all 13 games as a reserve tight end and on special
teams, finishing second on the team in special teams tackles with
10 (seven solo). Caught all three of his passes in the season opener
at Oklahoma State (9/3).
2010: Redshirted.
PERSONAL
Earned his reputation as a run-blocking tight end with the ability
to catch key passes in the open field at Pearl River (La.) High
School. Concluded his prep career with 27 receptions for 640
yards and 12 touchdowns. Averaged 35.2 yards per catch during
his senior season and also doubled as the team’s punter.
¾¾ Majored in horticulture at Louisiana-Lafayette.
¾¾ Son of Louis and Gail Maxwell.
PLAYER PROFILES
86 - CASEY PIERCE
39 - JOCQUEL SKINNER
Tight End
Parma, Ohio
Year: Rookie
Draft: FA-Det ‘15
CornerbackBethel
St. Petersburg, Fla. Ht: 6-2
Wt: 179
Year: 1
Born: 7/12/92
Draft: FA-Dal ‘14
Acquired: FA ‘15
Kent State
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 247
Born: 8/21/91
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on May 7, 2015.
COLLEGE
A four-year impact player for the Golden Flashes, finished his
career at Kent State ranked eight in career touchdown receptions
(11) and 11th in career receptions (97). Ended his career with two
or more catches in 18 straight games and three or more catches in
12 consecutive games.
2014: Led the team in catches (60), receiving yards (641) and
touchdowns (six) as a senior team captain and was named Second
Team All- MAC and Academic All-MAC. His 60 receptions were the
most by a Kent State player since 2004 and set a record for catches
in a season by a tight end (previous record was 47). His 641 receiving
yards were also the most by any Kent State player since 2010.
¾¾ Started all 11 games and was the co-recipient of the Matt
Ramser Award, an award given for courage, dedication, attitude
and commitment to the Kent State football program.
¾¾ Recorded career-highs of 12 receptions for 127 yards at
Bowling Green.
¾¾ Named the John Mackey Tight End of the Week after a twotouchdown performance against Army.
2013: Emerged as a vertical threat in the Golden Flashes offense,
leading the team in touchdown grabs with five and finishing with 33
receptions for 364 yards. Was one of 53 nominees for the Burlsworth
Trophy, given to the nation’s best player that started his career as
a walk-on player.
¾¾ Set then-career highs of five receptions for 71 yards against
Buffalo.
¾¾ Grabbed his first career touchdown in the victory against Liberty.
2012: Played in 13 games as a sophomore, making three starts.
¾¾ Made his first start in the team’s 23-7 victory over Buffalo.
2011: As a redshirt freshman, appeared in 10 games and made his
first career appearance in the season opener at Alabama.
PERSONAL
Played quarterback at Normandy (Ohio) High School and finished his
prep career with 22 touchdown passes, 1,500 passing yards, 1,400
rushing yards, as well as 125 tackles and three interceptions on
defense. Earned first team all-conference honors twice.
¾¾ Also lettered in basketball at Normandy.
¾¾ Son of Ann and Doug Pierce. Older brother, Justin, also attended
Kent State.
DETROIT LIONS
TRANSACTIONS
¾¾ Signed by the Detroit Lions as a free agent on August 11, 2015.
¾¾ Released by the Panthers on June 15, 2015
¾¾ Signed by the Carolina Panthers on June 2, 2015
¾¾ Released by the Buccaneers on April 30, 2015
¾¾ Signed a Reserve/Futures contract with the Tampa Bay
Buccaneers on January 1, 2015.
¾¾ Released by the Cowboys on June 13, 2014.
¾¾ Signed by the Dallas Cowboys as an undrafted rookie free agent
on May 12, 2014.
COLLEGE
A four-year cornerback at Bethel (Tenn.) who played in 43 career
games with 124 career tackles (92 solo). Also finished his college
career with 13 interceptions.
2013: Played in 11 games as a senior, finishing with 42 tackles
(29 solo), three interceptions, three pass defenses and one fumble
recovery.
¾¾ Returned an interception 50 yards for a touchdown against
Reinhardt on September 28.
2012: As a junior, played in all 13 games, totaling 38 tackles (28
solo), two tackles for loss, five interceptions, one fumble recovery
and one blocked kick.
¾¾ Recorded three interceptions against Faulkner on October 20.
PERSONAL
¾¾ Attended Boca Ciega (Fla.) High School.
PLAYER PROFILES
46 - KEVIN SNYDER
45 - BRIAN SUITE
LinebackerRutgers
Mechanicsburg, Pa. Ht: 6-2
Wt: 240
Year: Rookie
Born: 7/25/92
Draft: FA-Det ‘15
Safety
Honolulu, Hawaii Year: Rookie
Draft: FA-Det ‘15
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on May 7, 2015.
COLLEGE
Played in 51 games over the course of his four-year career at Rutgers,
racking up 229 total tackles (114 solo), 6.5 sacks (48 yards), one
forced fumble, one fumble recovery and 10 pass defenses.
2014: Started 11 of the 12 games in 2014 to close out his senior
season, finishing fourth on the team with 63 tackles, second on the
team with five pass defenses and earned the Loyal Knight Award
at the team banquet, presented to the player who has displayed
great character in sacrificing personal goals for the good of the team.
¾¾ One of 27 Knights to earn Big Ten All-Academic honors.
¾¾ Finished his college career with seven total tackles in Rutgers’
win over North Carolina in the Quick Lane Bowl in Detroit (12/26).
2013: Earned starts in all 13 games at linebacker, finishing second
on the team in tackles with 96.
¾¾ Had 12 tackles against Temple, including an assist on fourth
down late in the fourth quarter to help setup the winning score
for Rutgers.
2012: Appeared in all 13 games on the season with one start against
Louisville, seeing time at both MLB and SLB. Set season-bests with
1.5 tackles for loss and one sack vs. Howard.
2011: As a rookie, played in all 13 games, making his first collegiate
appearance in the team’s 48-0 win over North Carolina Central.
Finished the year with 40 total tackles (13 solo) and one sack
(eight yards).
PERSONAL
Was a three-year starter for head coach Tim Rimpfel at Cumberland
Valley (Pa.) High School where he started three years on offense at
halfback and was a two-year starter as a junior and senior at outside
linebacker. Led the Eagles to a 12-3 record and an appearance in
the PIAA Class AAA state semifinals as a senior. Was a PIAA Class
AAAA First Team All-State selection as a senior.
¾¾ Ranked as the No. 28 prospect in Pennsylvania according to
SuperPrep Magazine and was a three-star recruit per ESPN.
com, Scout.com and Rivals.com
¾¾ Majored in economics at Rutgers.
DETROIT LIONS
Utah State
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 206
Born: 4/21/92
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on May 7, 2015.
COLLEGE
Started 40 of the 41 games he played in during his four seasons at
Utah State, finishing his career with 226 total tackles (101 solo),
eight interceptions, 21 pass defenses, one forced fumble and two
fumble recoveries. Member of a Utah State team that reached four
consecutive bowl games, including three consecutive bowl wins,
during his time as an Aggie, both of which are school records.
Member of a senior class that won 37 games, also a school record.
2014: Started all 14 games and earned Honorable Mention AllMountain West honors after finishing fourth on the team in total
tackles with 76 (34 solo). Also ranked second on the team with nine
pass defenses and tied for second with two interceptions. Was also
an Academic All-Mountain West selection.
¾¾ Picked up a season-high 10 tackles in his final collegiate game
against UTEP in the Gildan New Mexico Bowl.
¾¾ Grabbed his two interceptions on the season against Idaho State
and UNLV, respectively.
¾¾ Tied his career high with two pass breakups against New Mexico.
2013: Earned his first All-Mountain West honors as an honorable
mention selection and concluded his junior season with 77 total
tackles (37 solo), five interceptions, two fumble recoveries and
six pass defenses. Had six or more tackles in eight games over the
course of the season.
¾¾ Named to SI.com and CBSSports.com’s All-Bowl Team following
Utah State’s 21-14 win against No. 24 Northern Illinois in the
San Diego County Credit Union Poinsetta Bowl. Finished with 11
tackles, a fumble recovery and an interception in the contest.
¾¾ Picked off passes against Boise State, Hawaii and Northern
Illinois.
2012: Finished the season ranking fifth on the team with 73 total
tackles (30 solo) after playing in all 13 games (12 starts) for the first
time in his college career.
¾¾ Intercepted his first career pass against Toledo in the Famous
Idaho Potato Bowl.
2011: Missed the 2011 season due to injury.
PERSONAL
Was a first-team all-state selection by the Honolulu Star-Bulletin,
helping Punahou (Hawaii) High School to a 12-1 record as a senior.
Led the school to a state championship during his junior season,
its first in program history.
¾¾ Also lettered in baseball and track and field, helping teams to
state championships in both. Holds the Hawaii state record in
the 4x100m relay.
¾¾ Graduated from Utah State in 2014 with a degree in business
administration.
¾¾ Son of Howard and Wendy Suite.
PLAYER PROFILES
74 - TORRIAN WILSON
34 - ZACH ZENNER
Guard
Miami, Fla.
Year: Rookie
Draft: FA-Det ‘15
Running Back
Eagan, Minn.
Year: Rookie
Draft: FA-Det ‘15
Central Florida
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 318
Born: 11/28/91
TRANSACTIONS
on May 7, 2015.
COLLEGE
Played in 49 career games for the Knights, anchoring primarily the
left tackle position along the offensive line.
2014: Started all 13 games at left tackle and was named to the AllAmerican Athletic Conference Second Team. Also earned a spot on
Phil Steele’s Postseason All-Conference Second Team.
¾¾ Named the team’s Outstanding Offensive Lineman at the annual
awards banquet.
2013: Started 11 games at left tackle, missing only the Penn State
and Memphis games due to injury.
2012: Voted Second Team All-Conference USA as a junior and named
to Phil Steele’s All-Conference USA Second Team after starting all
14 games at left tackle.
2011: Selected to the Conference USA All-Freshman Team after
appearing in 11 games in his first season of college football, earning
four starts along the way.
PERSONAL
Played for head coach Billy Rolle at Miami Northwestern (Fla.) High
School, where he was rated as the eighth-best offensive guard in
the nation by Rivals.com. Selected to play in the Under Armour AllAmerican Game and was a first-team all-state pick and All-Dade
County selection.
¾¾ Was also recruited by Stanford, Louisville, Alabama, LSU,
Tennessee, Michigan and South Florida.
¾¾ Majored in interpersonal/organizational communication at
Central Florida.
¾¾ Son of Earnest and Vernell Wilson.
DETROIT LIONS
South Dakota State
Ht: 5-11
Wt: 222
Born: 9/13/91
TRANSACTIONS
on May 7, 2015.
COLLEGE
Left his mark on the South Dakota State football program as the first
running back in Division I football history to rush for 2,000 yards in
three straight seasons (2,044 in 2012; 2,015 in 2013; 2,019 in 2014).
Extremely productive runner who finished his four-year career at
SDSU with 1,095 carries for 6,548 yards and 61 touchdowns, as well
as 95 receptions for 909 yards and eight touchdowns.
¾¾ His 6,548 career rushing yards rank second all-time in school
history.
¾¾ Ran for 100 or more yards in 32 games during his career and
topped the 200-yard mark eight times.
¾¾ Was a three-time finalist for the Walter Payton Award, finishing
seventh in 2012, sixth in 2013 and sixth in 2014.
¾¾ Holds the SDSU single-game rushing record with a 295-yard
performance against Eastern Illinois in 2012, which he again
tied during the North Dakota game in 2013.
2014: Capped off his incredible college career in 2014 with 2,019
rushing yards on 337 carries, totaling 22 touchdowns, as well as
28 receptions for 331 yards and four touchdowns. He gained 100 or
more yards in 11 of the 14 games over the course of the season, and
his 158 points (26 touchdowns, one two-point conversion), ranked
second in the SDSU single-season record books.
¾¾ Scored a career-high five touchdowns (four rushing, one
receiving) in FCS playoff win at Montana State.
¾¾ Selected as a member of the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team,
the National Football Foundation Scholar Class and was a finalist
for the William V. Campbell Trophy.
2013: Became only the second player in FCS history to rush for two
2,000-yard seasons, posting 2,015 yards on a school-record 351
carries. Topped the 100-yard mark in 12 of the 14 games during the
season, including three games with 200 yards or more.
¾¾ Scored at least one touchdown in 13 of the 14 games, including
three-score outings against Southeastern Louisiana and
Youngstown State.
¾¾ Tied his own single-game record of 295 rushing yards in the win
over North Dakota.
2012: Broke into the offense as a sophomore by leading the FCS
Subdivision in rushing with 2,044 yards on 300 carries and added
13 touchdowns.
¾¾ Set the school record for single-game rushing yards with a 295yard performance against Eastern Illinois.
2011: Named to the Missouri Valley Football Conference AllNewcomer Team after racking up 1,354 all-purpose yards as a
freshman. Recorded at least 100 all-purpose yards in nine of the
11 games he played in, including a season-high 157 at Cal Poly.
PERSONAL
Following a successful career at Eagan (Minn.) High School, was
named a finalist for the Minnesota Mr. Football Award after posting
1,181 rushing yards, 122 receiving yards and 17 total touchdowns as
a senior. Earned all-metro honors from both the Associated Press
and KARE-11 Television. Also helped the Eagan baseball team
qualify for the state tournament in 2009.
¾¾ Recipient of inaugural Mickey Charles Award for Academic
Excellence at SDSU — awarded to top scholar-athlete in FCS.
¾¾ Received Joseph F. Nelson Undergraduate Research Award at
South Dakota State University in 2013 for colon cancer research.
PLAYER PROFILES
2014
Won 11, Lost 5, 2nd NFC North
DateW-L Score
9/8
W
35-14
9/14
L
7-24
9/21
W
19-7
9/28
W
24-17
10/6
L
14-17
10/12
W
17-3
10/19
W
24-23
10/26
W
22-21
11/9
W
20-16
11/16
L
6-14
11/23
L
9-34
11/27
W
34-17
12/7
W
34-17
12/14
W
16-14
12/21
W
20-14
12/28
L
20-30
Opponent
Attendance
NEW YORK GIANTS
64,401
at Carolina Panthers
73,586
GREEN BAY PACKERS 62,418
at New York Jets
78,160
BUFFALO BILLS
62,775
at Minnesota Vikings
52,213
NEW ORLEANS SAINTS 63,271
at ATLANTA FALCONS 83,532
MIAMI DOLPHINS
63,179
at Arizona Cardinals
62,487
at New England Patriots 68,756
CHICAGO BEARS
64,175
TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS 61,489
MINNESOTA VIKINGS
62,490
at Chicago Bears
61,420
78,408
Usual Starters
Offense
WRTate
LT
Reiff (15); Lucas (1)
LGSims
C
Raiola (15); Swanson (1)
RG
Warford (13); Swanson (3)
RT
Waddle (10); Reynolds (4); Lucas (2)
TE
Pettigrew (9); Ebron (5)
WR/TE Ross (9); Ebron (2); Swanson (1)
WR
Johnson (13); Ross (2); Fuller (1)
QBStafford
RB
Bush (8); Bell (6); Riddick (1)
FB
Collins (2); Ross (1)
Defense
LEAnsah
DT
Fairley (8); Mosley (8)
DTSuh
REJones
OLB
Whitehead (2); Palmer (5); Vaughn (1)
MLB
Tulloch (3); Whitehead (13)
OLB
Levy (16)
LCBMathis
RCBSlay
FSQuin
SS
Abdul-Quddus (3); Ihedigbo (13)
CB
Vaughn (4); Abdul-Quddus (1); Carey (1)
Team Stats
Det
Opp
Total First Downs
350
290
Rushing
72
59
Passing
210
209
Penalty
28
42
3rd Down: Made/Att
86/223
77/207
3rd Down Pct.
38.6%
37.2%
4th Down: Made/Att
10/20
6/15
4th Down Pct.
50.0%
40.0%
Possession Avg.
31:41
28:19
Total Net Yards
5452
4815
Avg. Per Game
340.8
300.9
Total Plays
1045
984
Avg. Per Play
5.2
4.9
Net Yards Rushing
1422
1109
Avg. Per Game
88.9
69.3
Total Rushes
396
350
Net Yards Passing
4030
3706
Avg. Per Game
251.9
231.6
Sacked/Yards Lost
45/254
42/295
Gross Yards
4284
4001
Attempts/Completions 604/365 592/383
Completion Pct.
60.4%
64.7%
Had Intercepted
12
20
Punts/Average 68/46.182/43.7
Net Punting Avg.
40.1
40.0
Penalties/Yards
118/98999/849
Fumbles/Ball Lost
21/8
19/7
Touchdowns 35 32
Rushing
11
8
Passing
22
23
Returns
2
1
Score By Periods
Team
Opponents
Q1Q2Q3Q4OTPts
7186601040 321
738454710 282
Scoring
TD RuRec Ret PAT FG 2ptS Pts
M. Prater
0
0
0
0
21/21
21/26 0
0 84
C. Johnson
8
0
8
0
0/0
0/0
0
0 48
J. Bell
8
7
1
0
0/0
0/0
0
0 48
G. Tate
4
0
4
0
0/0
0/0
0
0 24
T. Riddick
4
0
4
0
0/0
0/0
0
0 24
N. Freese
0
0
0
0
6/6
3/7
0
0 15
R. Bush
2
2
0
0
0/0
0/0
0
0 12
M. Stafford
2
2
0
0
0/0
0/0
0
0 12
J. Fauria
1
0
1
0
0/0
0/0
1
0 8
A. Henery
0
0
0
0
5/5
1/5
0
0 8
J. Ross
1
0
1
0
0/0
0/0
0
0 6
C. Fuller
1
0
1
0
0/0
0/0
0
0 6
E. Ebron
1
0
1
0
0/0
0/0
0
0 6
R. Mathis
1
0
0
1
0/0
0/0
0
0 6
D. Carey
1
0
0
1
0/0
0/0
0
0 6
J. Collins
1
0
1
0
0/0
0/0
0
0 6
D. Levy
0
0
0
0
0/0
0/0
0
1 2
Team 35
11
22232/32
25/38
11
321
Opponents32
8
23130/30
18/23
21
282
2-Pt Conv: Fauria TM 1-3; OPP 2-2
FUM/Lost: Stafford 8/3, Bell 5/1, Ross 4/2, Fuller 1/1, Ihedigbo 1/1, Tate 1/0
RushingAtt
Yds
Avg
Lg
TD
J. Bell223
860
3.9
57
7
R. Bush76
297
3.9
26t
2
M. Stafford43
93
2.2
18
2
G. Winn19
73
3.8
16
0
T. Riddick20
51
2.6
9
0
G. Tate530
6.0
13
0
J. Collins819
2.4
3
0
J. Ross2-1
-0.5
4
0
Team396
1422
3.6
57
11
Opponents350
1109
3.2
35t
8
DETROIT LIONS
Receiving
G. Tate
C. Johnson
R. Bush
J. Bell
T. Riddick
E. Ebron
J. Ross
C. Fuller
B. Pettigrew
J. Fauria
J. Collins
R. Broyles
I. Abdul-Quddus
K. Davis
G. Winn
J. Thompson
Team
Opponents
Rec Yds Avg LgTD
99
1331
13.4
73t
4
71
1077
15.2
67t
8
40
253
6.3
28
0
34
322
9.5
28
1
34
316
9.3
41
4
25
248
9.9
22
1
24
314
13.1
59t
1
14
212
15.1
52
1
10707.013
0
6
74
12.3
26
1
5
39
7.8
24
1
2
25
12.5
21
0
133.0
3
0
0000
0
0000
0
0000
0
365 428411.7 73t22
383 400110.4 50 23
Passing Att CmpYds Cmp% Avg TD TD% Int Int%LgSk/Y Rtg
M.Stafford
602363425760.3 7.1 223.7122.073t
45/25485.7
S. Martin2 2 27 100.013.50 0.000.024
0/0 118.8
Team 604365428460.4 7.1 223.6122.073t
45/25485.8
Opponents
592383400164.7 6.8 233.9203.450
42/29583.0
Interceptions
Int Yds AvgLg TD
G. Quin
7
117
16.7
56
0
J. Ihedigbo
4 8621.5
700
C. Vaughn
2 7035.0
450
D. Slay
2 4221.0
400
T. Whitehead
221.0
20
R. Mathis
1
41
41.0
41t
1
J. Bynes
1 1717.0
170
D. Levy
1 1313.0
130
Team
2038819.4
701
Opponents
12998.3450
Punting Pnt Yds AvgNetTB In Lg B
S. Martin683138
46.1
40.1
5 29710
Opponents82 358243.740.01 22 66 0
Punt Returns
J. Ross
Team
Opponents
PR
FC
Yds
Avg
Lg
TD
32372848.9280
32372708.7280
302131110.4
51t1
Kickoff Returns
J. Ross
G. Winn
Team
Opponents
KR
Yds
Avg
Lg
TD
2358425.4
410
2 2814.0
160
2561224.5
410
20 544 27.281 0
Field Goals
1-19 20-2930-3940-4950+
M. Prater
0/08/84/56/83/5
N. Freese
0/02/21/10/40/0
A. Henery
0/00/00/00/21/3
Team
0/010/10
5/66/144/8
Opponents
0/06/74/44/44/8
Freese (43WL, 28, 27, 49WR, 49WR, 30, 41WL, 46, 40)
Henery (51, 52 WR, 44RU, 47SH, 50WL)
Prater (50WL, 52, 44LU, 21, 22, 20, 48, 26, 42B, 50, 50, 28, 48, 20, 53WL, 49, 46, 40, 46, 23, 29, 30,
33, 39, 37B, 30)
Opponents (29, 53, 38); (27); (45, 50LU, 25, 58); (40); (27, 48, 36); (23, 50, 20); (35; 43); (35); (54) (53WR,
26B, 68SH); (52B)
Defense
TT ST AT Sk SkYInt IntY PD FF FR
Saf
Levy, DeAndre
151
11734 2.5
18.0
1135 00 1
Whitehead, Tahir
77 55 22 0.00.02 2 5 0 0
0
Quin, Glover
73 57 16 0.00.07 11710 0 0
0
Ihedigbo, James
7159 12 2.013.5
4 868 3 1 0
Slay, Darius
60 47 13 0.00.02 42 17 0 0
0
Suh, Ndamukong
5344 9 8.5
51.0
00 3 01 0
Mathis, Rashean
51 42 9
0.00.01 41 9 1 0
0
Ansah, Ezekiel
4937 12 7.5
56.5
00 0 30 0
Abdul-Quddus, Isa
29 19 10 0.00.00 0 2 0 0
0
Johnson, George
2621 5 6.0
50.0
00 1 01 0
Mosley, C.J.
2617 9 2.5
16.5
00 0 10 0
Jones, Jason
2214 8 5.0
33.5
00 3 20 0
Tulloch, Stephen
2015 5 2.0
22.0
00 0 00 0
Bynes, Josh
19 16 3
0.00.01 17 2 0 0
0
Vaughn, Cassius
17 15 2
0.00.02 70 5 0 0
0
Tapp, Darryl
17 12 5
0.54.00 0 0 0 1
0
Taylor, Devin
15 11 4
1.02.00 0 1 0 0
0
Fairley, Nick
14 8 6
1.02.00 0 0 1 0
0
Palmer, Ashlee
107 3 1.5
13.0
00 2 00 0
Fluellen, Andre
109 1 2.0
13.0
00 0 01 0
Carey, Don
7 6 1
0.00.00 0 0 0 1
0
Gorrer, Danny
6 3 3
0.00.00 0 2 0 0
0
Van Noy, Kyle
4 4
0
0.0 0.0 0 0 0
0 0
0
Seisay, Mohammed
3 3 0
0.00.00 0 0 0 0
0
Couplin, Jerome
2 2 0
0.00.00 0 0 0 0
0
Reid, Caraun
2 0 2
0.00.00 0 1 0 0
0
Lawson, Nevin
1 1 0
0.00.00 0 0 0 0
0
Totals
835641 194 42.0
2952038876 116
1
Opponents
880635 245 45.0
2541299 82 125
1
NFL Standings
NFC North
W L T Pct
PF PA
Green Bay 1240.750 486348
DETROIT
1150.688 321282
Minnesota 7 90.438 325343
Chicago
5 110 .313 319 442
NFC East
Dallas
1240.750 467352
Philadelphia 1060.625 474400
New York Giants 6 10 0 .375 380 400
Washington 4 120 .200 301 438
NFC South
Carolina
7 81.469 339374
New Orleans 7 90.438 401424
Atlanta
6 100 .375 381 417
Tampa Bay
2 14 0 .125 277 410
NFC West
Seattle
1240.750 394254
Arizona
1150.688 310299
San Francisco 8 80.500 306340
St. Louis
6 10 0 .375 324 354
AFC East
W L T Pct
PF PA
New England 1240.750 468313
Buffalo
9 70.563 343289
Miami
8 80.500 388373
New York Jets 4 12 0 .250 283 401
AFC North
Pittsburgh 1150.688 436368
Cincinnati
1051.656 365344
Baltimore
1060.625 409302
Cleveland
7 90.438 299337
AFC South
Indianapolis 1150.688 458369
Houston
9 70.563 372307
Jacksonville 3 130 .188 249 412
Tennessee
2 140 .125 254 438
AFC West
Denver
1240.750 482354
Kansas City 9 70.563 353281
San Diego
9 70.563 348348
Oakland
3 130 .188 253 452
2014 DETROIT LIONS STATISTICS
MISCELLANEOUS STATISTICS (REGULAR SEASON)
Total
Home
Road
Starting Field Position DetOppDetOpp DetOpp
Drives Started
179182
9091 8991
Total Starting Lines
5350 4748 2802 2373
2692 2375
Avg. Field Pos.
30263126 3026
Start--Plus Territory
2410175 7 5
Resulting TD/FG
14894 44
Start--At/Inside 20
83101
4355 4046
Resulting TD/FG
22171310 9 7
Total
Home
Road
RedZone Efficiency
DetOppDetOpp DetOpp
Times Inside 20
46492824 1825
Scores
40382518 1520
TDs
25261511 1015
FGs
1512107 5 5
Turnovers
4623 23
Clock
0000 00
Missed FG
1101 10
Downs
1412 02
Points
218 214133 99 85 115
Efficiency
87.0%77.6%89.3%75.0% 83.3%80.0%
TD Efficiency
54.3%53.1%53.6%45.8% 55.6%60.0%
Points off Turnovers
Takeaways
Fumbles
Interceptions
ResultingTDs
Resulting XPs
Resulting FGs
Total Scores
%Converted
Pts. Off TO
Total
Home
DetOppDetOpp
2719159
7945
2010114
6864
6764
8453
1412117
52%63%73%78%
66
67
57
37
Road
DetOpp
1210
34
9 6
04
03
31
3 5
25%50%
9
30
Goal-to-Go (Defense)
Drives
Scores
Resulting TDs
Resulting PATs
Resulting 2-Pt
Resulting FGs
Goal-to-Go TD %
Goal-to-Go Score%
Pts. Allowed
Total
Home
DetOppDetOpp
33251716
29221513
22181210
2117119
1111
7443
66.7%72.0%70.6%62.5%
87.9%88.0%88.2%81.3%
176139
9780
Road
DetOpp
169
149
108
108
00
31
62.5%88.9%
87.5%100.0%
7959
3rd Down Efficiency
3rd & 1
3rd & 2
3rd & 3
3rd & 4
3rd & 5
3rd & 6
3rd & 7
3rd & 8
3rd & 9
3rd & 10
Total
Det Opp
MAMA Det
Opp
13
21
13
18
61.9% 72.2%
9
17
8
14
52.9% 57.1%
6
16
7
11
37.5% 63.6%
10
18
6
14
55.6% 42.9%
11
21
8
15
52.4% 53.3%
5
15
8
13
33.3% 61.5%
9
16
5
9
56.3% 55.6%
4
12
7
24
33.3% 29.2%
3
12
3
15
25.0% 20.0%
16
75
12
72
21.3% 16.7%
86 223 77 205 38.6%37.6%
3rd Down Efficiency
3rd & 1
3rd & 2
3rd & 3
3rd & 4
3rd & 5
3rd & 6
3rd & 7
3rd & 8
3rd & 9
3rd & 10
Total
HomeRoad
Det OppDet Opp
MAMAMAMA
4858913810
59474847
410462635
712383636
813363859
053451059
712142445
1721135513
16262619
927640748632
46109331004011444105
Drive Engineering
Matthew Stafford
LIONS TOTALS
Opponents
Dr TD PAT2pt FG MFG Pnt DnTO S
18033 32 1 2513 68 10171
18033321 2513 68 10171
17231292 185 82 8261
Lions Record
At Home
On Road
On FieldTurf
On Grass
Indoors
Outdoors
Win Coin Toss
Lose Coin Toss
WL
7
1
4
4
9
3
2
2
72
43
6
0
5
5
DETROIT LIONS
Cl Pts Scores Pct
11 307 58 32.2%
11307 58 32.2%
10273 49 28.5%
Margin is 3 or less pts
Margin is 7 or less pts
Lions Score 20 or less pts
Lions Score 21 or more pts
Allow 20 or less pts
Allow 21 or more pts
Lions Score First
Led after 1st Q
Trailed after 1st Qtr
DETROIT LIONS SUPERLATIVES (REGULAR SEASON)
Rush Attempts..............................................................................23, Joique Bell (vs. CHI 11/27)
Rush Yards.......................................................................................91, Joique Bell (at CHI 12/21)
Rush Average (min. 2).................................................................. 7.7 Reggie Bush (at Ari 11/16)
Long Run from Scrimmage............................................................ 57, Joique Bell (vs. TB 12/7)
Long TD Run from Scrimmage ...................................................26, Reggie Bush (vs. GB 9/21)
Most Rush Touchdowns................................................................2, Joique Bell (vs. CHI 11/27)
Receptions...........................................11, twice, most recent Calvin Johnson (vs. CHI 11/27)
Receiving Yards...................................................................... 164, Calvin Johnson (vs. NYG 9/8)
Receiving Average (min. 2)......................................................32.5, Jeremy Ross (at NYJ 9/28)
Long Reception............................................................................73t, Golden Tate (vs. NO 10/19)
Long Reception for TD................................................................ 73, Golden Tate (vs. NO 10/19)
Receiving Touchdowns..............2, three times, most recent, Calvin Johnson (at GB 12/28)
Pass Attempts.......................................................................48, Matthew Stafford (at Car 9/14)
Pass Completions............................................................. 34, Matthew Stafford (vs. CHI 11/27)
Pass Completion Percentage......................................... 76.5, Matthew Stafford (vs. TB 12/7)
Highest Passer Rating................................................... 133.3, Matthew Stafford (vs. TB 12/7)
Pass Yards........................................................................390, Matthew Stafford (vs. CHI 11/27)
Longest Pass....................................................................73t, Matthew Stafford (vs. NO 10/19)
Longest Pass for TD.......................................................…73t, Matthew Stafford (vs. NYG 9/8)
Pass Touchdowns.............................3, twice, most recent, Matthew Stafford (at GB 12/28)
Punt Return Attempts.................................................................4, Jeremy Ross (at Min 10/12)
Punt Return Yards............................................................................52, Jeremy Ross (at Car 9/4)
Punt Return Average (min. 2)............................................... 24.0, Jeremy Ross (vs. BUF 10/5)
Longest Punt Return..................................................................28, Jeremy Ross (vs. BUF 10/5)
Kick Return Attempts................................................................... 5, Jeremy Ross (at GB 12/28)
Kick Return Yards.......................................................................126, Jeremy Ross (at GB 12/28)
Kick Return Average (min. 2)...................................................33.5, Jeremy Ross (vs. TB 12/7)
Longest Kickoff Return...............................................................41, Jeremy Ross (at GB 12/28)
Interceptions............................................................................2, Tahir Whitehead (at Min 10/12)
Interceptions for TD............................................................... 1, Rashean Mathis (vs. BUF 10/5)
Longest Interception Return...............................................70, James Ihedigbo (vs. MIA 11/9)
Fumble Returns.................................................................................... 1, Don Carey (vs. GB 9/21)
Longest Fumble Return...................................................................40t, Don Carey (vs. GB 9/21)
Punts..............................................................7, twice, most recent, Sam Martin (at Min 10/12)
Punt Yards....................................................................................341, Sam Martin (at Min 10/12)
Punt Average (min. 2).................................................................54.5, Sam Martin (vs. NYG 9/8)
Punt Net Average (min. 2)...........................................................45.0, Sam Martin (vs. TB 12/7)
Longest Punt....................................................................................71, Sam Martin (vs. TB 12/7)
Points............................................12, four times, most recent, Calvin Johnson (at GB 12/28)
Field Goals.................................................................3, most recent, Matt Prater (at NE 11/23)
Longest Field Goal.......................................................................52, Matt Prater (at Min 10/12)
Tackles........................................................................................13, DeAndre Levy (vs. BUF 10/5)
Sacks.................................................................................. ……2.5, Ezekiel Ansah (at Min 10/12)
Sack Yards for Loss..................................................................18, Ezekiel Ansah (at Min 10/12)
OPPONENTS SUPERLATIVES
Rush Attempts.................................................................................26, Eddie Lacy (at GB 12/28)
Rush Yards.......................................................................................100, Eddie Lacy (at GB 12/28)
Rush Average (min. 2)................................................ 10.0, Teddy Bridgewater (vs. Min 12/14)
Longest Run from Scrimmage.............................................35t, Chris Johnson (at NYJ (9/28)
Longest TD Run from Scrimmage..........................................35, Chris Johnson (at NYJ 9/28)
Rush Touchdowns................................................................ 2, LeGarrette Blount (at NE 11/23)
Receptions................................................................................11, Julian Edelman (at NE 11/23)
Receiving Yards.....................................................................159, Vincent Jackson (vs. TB 12/7)
Receiving Average (min. 2)..........................................................30.0, Greg Salas (at NYJ 9/28)
Longest Reception..................................................................50, Vincent Jackson (vs. TB 12/7)
Longest Reception for TD..........................................................46, Kenny Stills (vs. NO 10/19)
Receiving Touchdowns.....................2, five times, most recent, Randall Cobb (at GB 12/28)
Pass Attempts .................................................................................53, Tom Brady (at NE 11/23)
Pass Completions............................................................................38, Tom Brady (at NE 11/23)
Pass Completion Percentage............................................. 77.3, Aaron Rodgers (at GB 12/28)
Highest Passer Rating.......................................................139.6, Aaron Rodgers (at GB 12/28)
Pass Yards....................................................................................342, Drew Brees (vs. NO 10/19)
Longest Pass................................................................................50, Josh McCown (vs. TB 12/7)
Longest Pass for TD.....................................................................46, Drew Brees (vs. NO 10/19)
Pass Touchdowns......................2, seven times, most recent, Aaron Rodgers (at GB 12/28)
Punt Return Attempts...................... 4, twice, most recent, Marcus Sherels ( at Min 10/12)
Punt Return Yards...........................................................................55, Micah Hyde (at GB 12/28)
Punt Return Average (min. 2)..........................................18.5, Marcus Sherels (vs. Min 12/14)
Longest Punt Return....................................................................55t, Micah Hyde (at GB 12/28)
Kickoff Return Attempts............................................................. 3, Marc Mariani (at CHI 12/21)
Kickoff Return Yards............................................................ 81, Danny Amendola (at NE 11/23)
Kickoff Return Average (min. 2)...........................................38.5, Jarvis Landry (vs. MIA 11/9)
Longest Kickoff Return....................................................... 81, Danny Amendola (at NE 11/23)
Interceptions....1, nine times, most recent, Ryan Mundy and Brock Vereen (at CHI 12/21)
Interceptions for TD......................................................................................................................N/A
Longest Interception Return................................................ 45, Kenny Vaccaro (vs. NO 10/19)
Fumble Returns........................................................................... 1, Nickell Robey (vs. BUF 10/5)
Longest Fumble Return............................................................. 2, Nickell Robey (vs. BUF 10/5)
Punts........................................................................................... 8, Colton Schmidt (vs. BUF 10/5)
Punt Yards.................................................................................. 345, Ryan Quigley (at NYJ 9/28)
Punt Average (min. 2)............................................................. 51.7, Ryan Quigley (at NYJ 9/28)
Punt Net Average (min. 2)...................................................... 49.3, Ryan Quigley (at NYJ 9/28)
Longest Punt....................................................................................66, Ryan Allen (at NE 11/23)
Points.................................................12, five times, most recent, Randall Cobb (at GB 12/28)
Field Goals........................................3, four times, most recent, Caleb Sturgis (vs. MIA 11/9)
Longest Field Goal..................................................................58, Dan Carpenter (vs. BUF 10/5)
Tackles......................................................................................... 16, Curtis Lofton (vs. NO 10/19)
Sacks...........................................................................................3, Marcell Dareus (vs. BUF 10/5)
Sack Yards for Loss.................................................................25.5, Mario Addison (at Car 9/14)
3
4
5
6
9
2
6
5
3
1
0
5
0
2
3
2
1
4
Tied after 1st Qtr
Led at Half
Trailed at Half
Tied at Half
Led after 3rd Qtr
Trailed after 3rd Qtr
Tied after 3rd Qtr
Overtime
Win Coin Toss in OT
3
0
7
1
3
4
1
0
6
1
5
4
0
0
00
0
0
2014 DETROIT LIONS TEAM STATISTICS
9/8 9/14 9/21 9/28 10/5 10/1210/1910/2611/9 11/1611/2311/2712/7 12/1412/21 12/28
NYG at Car GB at NYJBUF at Min NO at ATLMIA at Ari at NE CHI TB
MIN at Chi at GB Home Road 2014 HI
LO
FIRST DOWNS
Total
202121171318212219 11212822 1122 231621483102811
Rush
526536432 4573 36 838347282
Pass
141813127 9 131715 6 121919 8 14 14109101210196
Pen
112033422 1420 02 115132840
THIRD DOWNS
Att
151518151113151512 15171215 1113 111131102231811
Made
10611611783 5557 25 4483886111
Pct
66.7 40.0 61.1 40.0 9.1 7.7 46.7 53.3 25.0 33.3 29.4 41.7 46.7 18.2 38.5 36.4 42.5 34.5 38.6 66.7 7.7
FOURTH DOWNS
Att
020002003 1312 02 36 131930
Made
010001002 0220 02 16 51120
Pct
0.050.00.00.00.050.00.00.067.00.067.0
50.00.0 0.0100.0
0.0100.0
38.557.9100.0
0.0
TOTAL OFFENSE
Net Yds
417323353360263255344385351 262335474407 233367 313291525275442474233
Ply
637074655765677064 53737069 5069 665275181045
7450
Avg/P
6.64.64.85.54.63.95.15.55.5 4.94.66.85.9 4.75.3 4.75.5 4.95.26.83.9
RUSHING
Net Yds
76701158869100596063 989191113801381116837391422
13859
Att
301838272028242319 19252331 2226 232001963963818
Avg
2.53.93.03.33.53.62.52.63.3 5.23.64.03.6 3.65.3 4.83.4 3.83.65.32.5
Tkl-Loss
413221333 4133 21 219193841
Yds Lost
11310341545 10143 21 5314172111
PASSING
Net Yds
341253238272194155285325288 164244383294 153229 202223217884020383153
Att
324834343133404742 30464534 2839 413112936044828
Cmp
222722241819272427 18183426 1722 201881773653417
Int
012010211 1100 02 06 61220
Gross Yds
346291246293221185299325307 183264390311 153243 217231319614274390153
Sk
142464303 4224 04 216294560
Sky
5 388 212730140 19 19207 17 0 14 1581 173254380
Avg/PP
10.34.96.67.25.24.26.66.96.4 4.85.18.17.7 5.55.3 4.76.8 5.66.210.34.2
KICKOFFS
KO
724534555 3477 45 542337572
EZ
624532555 3477 44 240286872
TB
622432533 2366 22 231225362
PUNTS
Pnt
252677533 6533 61 431376871
Yds 109233104306330341213124137 249231153155 26635 15214371701313834135
Avg
54.546.652.051.047.148.742.641.345.7 41.546.251.051.7 44.335.0 38.046.4 46.046.154.535.0
Bl
000000000 0000 00 00 0000
TB
010101001 0000 00 01 3410
TOTAL RETURN
Ret Yards* 425216548953234586 58101422 7222 142823906728910
PR
332124003 2222 23 113193240
PR Yds
1152161448310 0 16 165 1411 1422 1480 204284520
KR
012200204 1132 02 510152550
KR Yds
0 3356350 0 470 10226276567 0 28 1262024106121260
Int
200113111 2102 21 09 91830
Int Yds
310 0 404122234570 425 0 11 580 0 202186388700
*Does not include KO
FIELD GOALS
Made
201101132 2322 32 01782530
Att
322233133 2422 33 021173840
Bl
000000001 0000 01 01 1210
EXTRA POINTS
PAT Made 312322312 0044 12 217153240
PAT Att
312322322 0044 12 318163440
PAT Bl
000000000 0000 00 00 0000
Rush Made 000000000 0000 00 00 0000
Rush Att
000000000 0000 00 10 1110
Pass Made 100000000 0000 00 01 0110
Pass Att
100000010 0000 00 02 0210
PENALTIES
Pen
85658598109959 57 105662118
105
PenY
853340336240718598 8054381223560 5346152898912233
FUMBLES
Fumbles
131030020 2023 02 27 142130
Fum Lost 021010000 0011 01 12 6820
SCORING
Pts
357 19241417242220 6 9 3434 1620 20184137321356
TD Ru
201101100 0021 02 08 31120
TD Pa
210211222 0023 10 311112230
TD Ret
001010000 0000 00 00 2210
PAT
312322312 0044 12 217153240
2 pt
100000000 0000 00 01 0110
FG
201101132 2322 32 01782530
S
001000000 0000 00 00 1110
TIME OF POSSESSION
Possession
36:0430:4138:1334:5327:4132:2132:1830:5531:34 29:1730:1133:2536:35 25:1731:56 25:4232:21 30:4431:4138:1325:17
DETROIT LIONS
2014 DETROIT LIONS OPPONENTS STATISTICS
9/8 9/14 9/21 9/28 10/5 10/1210/1910/2611/9 11/1611/2311/2712/7 12/1412/21 12/28
NYG at Car GB at NYJBUF at Min NO at Atl MIA at Ari at NE CHI TB
MIN at Chi at GB Home Road 2014 HI
LO
FIRST DOWNS
Total
162014171915252220 18291815 2117 241651456202914
Rush
433825542 3400 72 734255980
Pass
8 149 8 158 151515 13221611 1412 1411099209228
Pen
432122533 2324 03 321214250
THIRD DOWNS
Att
131210151614128 14 14141214 1115 13100107207168
Made
334753345 8654 45 837407783
Pct
23.125.040.046.731.321.425.050.035.7 57.142.942.028.6 36.433.3 61.537.0 37.4 37.2 61.521.4
FOURTH DOWNS
Att
301001200 0101 23 11151530
Made
200000100 0100 11 06 1620
Pct
66.70.00.00.00.00.050.00.00.0 0.0100.0
0.00.0 50.033.30.054.520.040.0100.0
0.0
TOTAL OFFENSE
Net Yds
197313223336343212408291228 352439269233 360234 377253422814815439197
Ply
576251626763675560 58735959 6663 625024829847351
Avg/P
3.55.04.45.45.13.46.15.33.8 6.16.04.63.9 5.53.7 6.15.0 4.74.96.13.4
RUSHING
Net Yds
5362761324969737850 46901326 7664 1525795301109
15213
Att
222422272218212619 26208 14 2122 38167183350388
Avg
2.42.63.54.92.23.83.53.02.6 1.84.51.61.9 3.62.9 4.03.5 2.93.24.91.6
Tkl-Loss
274325434 4313 23 221315271
Yds Lost
4 18106 108 144 14 109 1 10 3 8 4 49 84133181
PASSING
Net Yds
144251147204294143335213178 306349256207 284170 225195517513706349143
Att
333427334337452738 32534839 4139 233192735925323
Cmp
182216173023282027 21383120 3123 182061773833816
Int
200113111 2122 21 01192030
Gross Yds
163281162209308188342228207 306349280250 315181 232206719344001349162
Sk
242228123 0036 42 116264280
Sky
1930155 14457 1529 0 0 2443 3111 7 112183295450
Avg/PP
4.16.65.15.86.53.27.37.34.3 9.66.65.04.6 6.34.1 9.45.8 5.95.89.63.2
KICKOFFS
KO
363452545 3644 33 532336562
EZ
362452545 3642 31 430295961
TB
351252341 2512 31 022184050
PUNTS
Pnt
565687444 5566 26 338448282
Yds
20126921531034529642 153188 197238288255 101242 11715751882345734542
Avg
40.244.843.051.743.142.310.538.347.0 39.447.648.042.5 50.540.3 39.041.4 42.842.251.710.5
Bl
000000000 0000 00 00 0000
TB
000000000 0001 00 11 1210
TOTAL RETURNS
Ret Yards* 30313217413760205 4 15250 371 55205205410600
PR
222433111 2420 20 116143040
PR Yds
308 2317203715205 4 15250 370 55159152311550
KR
102102022 1111 23 11192030
KR Yds
140 51320 290 4477 21812423 7474 0 343201544810
Int
012010211 1100 02 06 61220
Int Yds
023902104500 0000 01 0465399450
*Does not include KO
FIELD GOALS
Made
030131303 0211 00 07 111830
Att
030141303 0211 30 110132340
Bl
000000000 0000 10 11 1210
EXTRA POINTS
PAT Made 211210231 2422 22 419123140
PAT Att
211210231 2422 22 419123140
PAT Bl
000000000 0000 00 00 0000
Rush Made 000010000 0000 00 00 1110
Rush Att
000010000 0000 00 00 1110
Pass Made 010000000 0000 00 00 1110
Pass Att
010000000 0000 00 00 1110
PENALTIES
Pen
44561191255 411
55 35 5514899123
PenY
2545303274601343944 35844150 2586 4046637884413425
FUMBLES
Fumbles
001231133 0001 10 27 111830
Fum Lost 001100101 0001 00 22 5720
SCORING
Pts
14247 17173 232116 14341717 1414 30154129283343
TD Ru
110100010 0200 10 16 2820
TD Pa
111110221 2222 12 213102320
TD Ret
000000000 0000 00 10 1110
PAT
211210231 2422 22 419123140
2 pt
010010000 0000 00 00 2210
FG
030131303 0211 00 07 111830
S
000000000 0000 00 10 1110
TIME OF POSESSION
Possession
23:5629:1921:4725:0732:1927:3927:4229:0528:26 30:4329:4926:3523:25 34:4328:04 34:1829:15 27:2228:1934:4321:47
DETROIT LIONS
2014 DETROIT LIONS INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS
RUSHING
J. Bell
Date Opp Att Yds Avg Lg TD
9/8NYG 15513.4121
9/14at Car10363.6120
9/21GB 15332.25 0
9/28at NYJ8 324.0170
10/5BUF INACTIVE
10/12
at Min18744.1131
10/19NO 18482.7111
10/26
at Atl14392.89 0
11/9MIA 10444.4160
11/16
at Ari14856.1330
11/23at NE 19 48 2.56 0
11/27
CHI 23914.0222
12/7TB 18834.6571
12/14
MIN 15624.1150
12/21
at Chi13745.7201
12/28
at GB13604.6180
Totals
2238603.957 7
R. Bush
Att Yds Avg Lg TD
9 151.76 0
6 264.38 0
12615.126t1
12463.8160
6 132.25 0
INACTIVE
4 10 2.55 0
INACTIVE
4 205.08 0
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
8 263.3120
3 7 2.35 0
7 547.7161
5 193.8140
76 2973.926t2
J. Collins Att Yds AvgLg TD
000.000
000.000
122.000
000.000
000.000
133.030
0 0 0.00 0
252.530
000.000
231.530
0 0 0.00 0
000.000
000.000
000.000
133.030
133.030
8 192.43 0
T. Riddick
Att Yds AvgLg TD
144.0
40
100.0
00
3165.3
60
122.0
20
INACTIVE
362.0
00
INACTIVE
351.7
50
300.0
30
222.0
20
2 126.09 0
000.0
00
000.0
00
144.0
40
000.0
00
000.0
00
20512.69 0
M. Stafford
Att Yds AvgLg TD
420.5
51
188.0
80
681.3
50
681.3
71
382.7
80
111.0
10
2 1 0.52 0
393.0
100
2-1-0.5
00
000.0
00
3 186.0100
000.0
00
3-2-0.7
00
122.0
20
420.5
50
4297.3
180
43932.2182
J. Ross
G. Tate
G. Winn
Date Opp Att Yds AvgLg TD Att Yds Avg Lg TD Att Yds AvgLg TD
9/8NYG 000.0
00 1 4 4.04 0 INACTIVE
9/14at Car000.0
00 0 0 0.00 0 INACTIVE
9/21
GB 1-5-5.0
-50 000.0
00 INACTIVE
9/28at NYJ000.0
00 0 0 0.00 0 INACTIVE
10/5BUF 0 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 0 11484.4160
10/12
at Min000.0
00 0 0 0.00 0 5163.2
40
10/19
NO 000.000 0 0 0.00 0 000.0
00
10/26
at ATL000.000 0 0 0.00 0 122.0
20
11/9MIA 000.000 0 0 0.00 0 000.0
00
11/16
at Ari000.000 1 8 8.88 0 000.0
00
11/23
at NE000.000 1 1313.0
130 000.0
00
11/27
CHI 000.000 0 0 0.00 0 000.0
00
12/7TB 144.040 0 0 0.00 0 122.0
20
12/14
MIN 000.000 2 5 2.56 0 000.0
00
12/21
at Chi000.000 0 0 0.00 0 155.0
50
12/28
at GB000.000 0 0 0.00 0 000.0
00
Totals
2 -1 -0.54 0 5 30 6.013 0 19733.8160
RECEIVING
J. Bell
Date Opp Rec Yds Avg Lg TD
9/8NYG 1 5 5.05 0
9/14at Car6 6110.2
190
9/21GB 0 0 0.00 0
9/28at NYJ2 7 3.59 0
10/5BUF INACTIVE
10/12
at Min2 2311.5
150
10/19
NO 2 199.5130
10/26
at ATL2 2211.0
110
11/9MIA 23718.5
280
11/16
at Ari3 3010.0
210
11/23
at NE1 -2-2.0
-20
11/27
CHI 2 168.0100
12/7TB 5 5010.0
271
12/14
MIN 4 4110.3
170
12/21
at Chi2 136.58 0
12/28
at GB0 0 0.00 0
Totals
34 3229.528 1
R. Broyles
Rec Yds Avg Lg TD
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
1 2121210
0 0 0.00 0
0 0 0.00 0
0 0 0.00 0
1 4 4.04 0
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
2 25 12.521 0
R. Bush
Rec Yds AvgLg TD
6498.2240
263.030
6386.3150
4194.8100
23015.0
280
INACTIVE
5224.4110
INACTIVE
155.0
50
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
482.060
11010.0
100
6447.3210
3227.3100
402536.328 0
J. Fauria
C. Fuller
C. Johnson
Date Opp Rec Yds Avg Lg TD Rec Yds Avg Lg TD Rec Yds AvgLg TD
9/8NYG 126
26.0
26
0 000.0
00 7164
23.4
67t 2
9/14atCar 1 2020.0
200 0 0 0.00 0 68313.8
250
9/21GB 1 3 3.03 0 1 5252.0
520 68213.7
260
9/28at NYJINACTIVE 0 0 0.00 0 2126.060
10/5BUF INACTIVE 3 279.0100 177.0
70
10/12
at MinINACTIVE 2 126.07 0 INACTIVE
10/19NO INACTIVE 3 44 14.721 1 INACTIVE
10/26at ATL INACTIVE 3 43 14.316 0 INACTIVE
11/9
MIA INACTIVE 000.0
00 7113
16.1
49t 1
11/16
at Ari000.0
00 0 0 0.00 0 55911.8
150
11/23
at NE0 0 0.00 0 1 1313.0
130 45814.5
22t
0
11/27
CHI 1 8 8.08 0 1 2121.0
210 11146
13.3
25t
2
12/7 TB 2
17 8.5 10t 1
000.0
00
8 158 19.853 1
12/14
MIN RESERVE/INJURED 0 0 0.00 0 45313.3
230
12/21
at ChiRESERVE/INJURED 0 0 0.00 0 6103
17.2
260
12/28
at GBRESERVE/INJURED 0 0 0.00 0 4399.820t
2
Totals
6 74 12.326 1 14 21215.152 1 711077
15.2
67t8
J. Collins
E. Ebron
RecYds AvgLg TD RecYds AvgLg TD
000.0
00 000.0
00
231.5
21 33812.7
170
000.0
00 000.0
00
000.0
00 33411.3
16t 1
000.0
00 284.0
50
000.0
002 22311.5
120
000.0
00 INACTIVE
000.0
00 INACTIVE
23015.0
240 INACTIVE
000.0
00 4225.5
80
000.0
00 22311.5
170
000.0
00 3277.7
130
000.0
00 3289.3
120
000.0
00 11111.0
110
000.0
00 000.0
00
166.0
60 23819.0
220
5 397.8241 252489.9221
B. Pettigrew
RecYds AvgLg TD
199.0
00
000.0
00
000.0
00
2199.5
110
2126.0
70
000.0
00
4 287.0130
INACTIVE
000.0
00
INACTIVE
000.0
00
122.0
20
000.0
00
000.0
00
000.0
00
000.0
00
10707.0130
T. Riddick
RecYds AvgLg TD
000.0
00
000.0
00
000.0
00
000.0
00
INACTIVE
57515.0
411
INACTIVE
8 719.3201
25205
11t
1
324
8.0
16
0
34013.3
180
6549.0
190
000.0
00
000.0
00
2105.0
100
5346.8
211
343169.3414
J. Ross G. Tate
Date Opp RecYds AvgLg TD Rec Yds Avg Lg TD
9/8NYG 000.0
00 6 9315.5
440
9/14at Car 2 2311.5
140 5 57 11.421 0
9/21GB 3 206.78 0 5 5110.2
170
9/28 at NYJ 2
65 32.5 59t 1
8
116 14.5 35 0
10/5BUF 1 1313.0
130 7 13419.155 1
10/12
at Min188.0
80 7 446.3150
10/19NO 3 3210.7
260 10 15415.473t1
10/26at ATL3 3110.3
150 7 15121.656t1
11/9MIA 155.0
50 11109
9.9280
11/16
at Ari177.0
70 2 4120.5
300
11/23
at NE335
11.7
13
0 497
24.3
42
0
11/27CHI 1 3131.0
310 8 89 11.124 0
12/7TB 000.0
00 4 5012.5
190
12/14
MIN 000.0
00 7 385.4141
12/21at Chi 1 1111.0
110 5 62 12.434 0
12/28at GB 2 3316.5
200 3 45 15.019 0
Totals
24 314 13.159t 1
99 133113.4 73t 4
DETROIT LIONS
PUNT RETURNS
J. Ross
Date Opp PR Yds Avg LgTD
9/8NYG 3113.7
60
9/14at Car 3 5217.3
260
9/21GB 2 168.0120
9/28at NYJ1 1414.0
140
10/5BUF 2 4824.0
280
10/12at Min4 317.8100
10/19
NO 000.0
00
10/26
at Atl000.0
00
11/9MIA 3 165.3130
11/16at Ari 2 168.0100
11/23
at NE252.5
40
11/27CHI 2 147.0120
12/7TB 2 115.5110
12/14MIN 2 147.0140
12/21at Chi 3 227.3140
12/28at GB 1 1414.0
140
Totals
32 284 8.9 28 0
KO RETURNS
J. RossG. Winn
Date Opp KR Yds AvgLgTD KR Yds AvgLg TD
9/8NYG 000.0
00 NOT WITH TEAM
9/14 at Car 1
33 33.0 33 0
NOT WITH TEAM
9/21 GB
2
56 28.0 34 0
NOT WITH TEAM
9/28 at NYJ 2
35 17.5 19 0
NOT WITH TEAM
10/5BUF 000.0
00 0 0 0.00 0
10/12
at Min000.0
00 0 0 0.00 0
10/19
NO 247
23.5
24
0 000.0
00
10/26
at Atl000.0
00 0 0 0.00 0
11/9
MIA 4102
25.5
28
0 000.0
00
11/16
at Ari126
26.0
26
0 000.0
00
11/23
at NE127
27.0
27
0 000.0
00
11/27
CHI 365
21.7
27
0 000.0
00
12/7
TB 267
33.5
36
0 000.0
00
12/14
MIN 000.0
00 0 0 0.00 0
12/21
at Chi000.0
00 2 2814.0
160
12/28
at GB5126
25.2
41
0 000.0
00
Totals
2358425.4
410 2 28 14.016 0
KICKING
N. Freese
1-19 20-29 30-39
DateOpp MA PctLgM A M A M A
9/8NYG 2366.7
280 0 2 2 0 0
9/14at Car020.000 0 0 0 0 0
9/21GB 1250.0
300 0 0 0 1 1
9/28 at NYJ NOT WITH TEAM
10/5 BUF
NOT WITH TEAM
10/12 at Min NOT WITH TEAM
10/19 NO
NOT WITH TEAM
10/26 at Atl
NOT WITH TEAM
11/9 MIA
NOT WITH TEAM
11/16 at Ari
NOT WITH TEAM
11/23 at NE
NOT WITH TEAM
11/27 CHI
NOT WITH TEAM
12/7 TB NOT WITH TEAM
12/14 MIN
NOT WITH TEAM
12/21 at Chi
NOT WITH TEAM
12/28 at GB
NOT WITH TEAM
Totals
3742.9
300 0 2 2 1 1
A. Henery
1-19 20-29 30-39
9/8
NYG
NOT WITH TEAM
9/14 at Car NOT WITH TEAM
9/21 GB
NOT WITH TEAM
9/28at NYJ1250.0
510 0 0 0 0 0
10/5BUF 030.000 0 0 0 0 0
10/19 NO
NOT WITH TEAM
10/26 at Atl
NOT WITH TEAM
11/9 MIA
NOT WITH TEAM
11/16 at Ari
NOT WITH TEAM
11/23 at NE
NOT WITH TEAM
11/27 CHI
NOT WITH TEAM
12/7 TB NOT WITH TEAM
12/14 MIN
NOT WITH TEAM
12/21 at Chi
NOT WITH TEAM
12/28 at GB
NOT WITH TEAM
Totals
1520.0
510 0 0 0 0 0
M. Prater
1-19 20-29 30-39
9/8
NYG
NOT WITH TEAM
9/21 GB
NOT WITH TEAM
10/5 BUF
NOT WITH TEAM
10/12
at Min1333.3
520 0 0 0 0 0
10/19
NO 11100.0
210 0 1 1 0 0
10/26
at Atl33100.0
480 0 2 2 0 0
11/9MIA 2366.7
500 0 1 1 0 0
11/16
at Ari22100.0
500 0 1 1 0 0
11/23
at NE3475.0
490 0 1 1 0 0
11/27
CHI 22100.0
460 0 0 0 0 0
12/7TB 22100.0
460 0 1 1 0 0
12/14
MIN 33100.0
330 0 1 1 2 2
12/21
at Chi2366.7
390 0 0 0 2 3
12/28
at GB000.000 0 0 0 0 0
Totals
212680.8
520 0 8 8 4 5
DETROIT LIONS
40-4950+PAT
MA MA M APts
01003 39
02001 11
01002 25
04006 615
40-4950+PAT
MA MA M APts
00123 36
02012 22
02135 58
40-4950+PAT
MA MA M APts
01122
00003
11001
01112
00110
22010
22004
11004
00001
00002
00002
6 8 3 5 21
25
36
110
28
06
09
410
410
110
28
22
2184
PUNTING
S. Martin
Date Opp Pnt Yds AvgNet TB
9/8 NYG 2 109 54.539.50
9/14 at Car 5 233 46.641.01
9/21 GB
2 104 52.040.50
9/28 at NYJ 6 306 51.044.81
10/5 BUF 7 330 47.144.30
10/12 at Min 7 341 48.740.61
10/19 NO
5 213 42.639.60
10/26 at Atl 3 124 41.334.70
11/9 MIA 3 137 45.737.31
11/16 at Ari
6
249 41. 40.8 0
11/23 at NE 5 231 46.243.20
11/27 CHI 3 153 51.042.70
12/7 TB 3
155 51.7 45 1
12/14 MIN 6 266 44.338.20
12/21at Chi 1 3535.0
350
12/28 at GB 4 152 38.024.30
Totals
68 313846.140.15
PASSING
In20Lg Bl
1 57 0
1 64 0
1 55 0
2 55 0
4 60 0
2 63 0
4 57 0
2 51 0
1 59 0
3
56 0
2 55 0
1 59 0
1
71 0
2 57 0
1 35 0
1 45 0
29 71 0
M. Stafford S. Martin
Date Opp Att CmpYds Pct TD Int Lg Sk SkY Rtg Att CmpYds Pct TD
9/8NYG 3222346
68.7
2 0 671 5 125.3
0000.00
9/14at Car4827291
56.2
1 1 254 3872.50000.00
9/21GB 3422246
64.7
0 2 522 8 61.60000.00
9/28at NYJ3424293
70.6
2 0 594 21116.4
0000.00
10/5BUF 3118231
57.1
1 1 556 2777.50000.00
10/12
at Min3319185
57.6
1 0 414 3083.50000.00
10/19
NO 4027299
67.5
2 2 73t3 1485.30000.00
10/26
at Atl2447325
51.1
2 1 590 0 78.80000.00
11/9MIA 4025280
32.5
2 1 493 1989.62227100.0
0
11/16
at Ari3018183
60.0
0 1 304 1963.60000.00
11/23
at NE4618264
39.1
0 1 422 2049.50000.00
11/27
CHI 4534390
75.6
2 0 312 7 116.0
0000.00
12/7TB 3426311
76.5
3 0 534 17133.3
0000.00
12/14
MIN 2817153
60.7
1 0 230 0 87.40000.00
12/21
at Chi3922243
56.4
0 2 344 1453.70000.00
12/28
at GB4120217
48.9
3 0 222 1589.20000.00
Totals
602
363
4257
60.3
22 1273t45254
85.7
2227100.0
0
Int Lg Sk SkYRtg
00000000-
00000000000000000000000002400118.8
000000000000000000000000000002400118.8
I. Abdul-Quddus
E. Ansah
B. Bentley
DateOpp TT ST AT Sk SkY TT ST AT Sk SkYTT STAT Sk SkY
9/8NYG 5410.00 1 0 1 0.54.50000.0
0
9/14 at Car 8
2
6
0.0 0
4
2
2
0.5 1
RESERVE/INJURED
9/21GB 5 3 2 0.00 2 2 0 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
9/28at NYJ0 0 0 0.00 5 3 2 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
10/5BUF 1 1 0 0.00 4 1 3 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
10/12
at Min0 0 0 0.00 5 4 1 2.518 RESERVE/INJURED
10/19
NO 0 0 0 0.00 4 3 1 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
10/26
at ATL0 0 0 0.00 1 1 0 1.010 RESERVE/INJURED
11/9MIA 0 0 0 0.00 6 6 0 1.011 RESERVE/INJURED
11/16
at Ari3 3 0 0.00 3 2 1 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
11/23
at NE4 4 0 0.00 3 3 0 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
11/27
CHI 0 0 0 0.00 2 2 0 1.08 RESERVE/INJURED
12/7TB 0 0 0 0.00 1 1 0 1.04 RESERVE/INJURED
12/14
MIN 0 0 0 0.00 1 1 0 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
12/21
at Chi0 0 0 0.00 2 2 0 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
12/28
at GB3 2 1 0.00 5 4 1 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
Totals
2919100.00 4937127.556.5
0000.0
0
N. Fairley
A. Fluellen
J. Ihedigbo
9/8NYG 1 0 1 0.00 NOT WITH TEAM INACTIVE
9/14at Car3 1 2 0.00 NOT WITH TEAM INACTIVE
9/21GB 2 2 0 0.00 NOT WITH TEAM INACTIVE
9/28at NYJ3 1 2 1.02 NOT WITH TEAM 5231.03
10/5BUF 2 1 1 0.00 NOT WITH TEAM 6510.00
10/12
at Min1 1 0 0.00 NOT WITH TEAM 4310.53.5
10/19
NO 2 2 0 0.00 NOT WITH TEAM 8620.53.5
10/26
at ATL0 0 0 0.00 NOT WITH TEAM 7700.00
11/9MIA INACTIVE 0 0 0 0.00 6420.00
11/16
at AriINACTIVE 3 3 0 0.00 5500.00
11/23
at NEINACTIVE 0 0 0 0.00 9900.00
11/27
CHI INACTIVE 1 1 0 1.08 1100.00
12/7TB INACTIVE 1 1 0 1.05 5410.00
12/14
MIN INACTIVE 0 0 0 0.00 4310.00
12/21
at ChiINACTIVE 0 0 0 0.00 7700.00
12/28
at GBINACTIVE 5 4 1 0.00 4310.00
Totals
14 8 6 1.02 10 9 1 2.013 7159122.010
N. Lawson
D. Levy
T. Lewis
9/8NYG 1 1 0 0.00 109 1 0.00 0000.00
9/14at Car0 0 0 0.00 7 3 4 0.00 0000.00
9/21GB RESERVE/INJURED 109 1 0.00 INACTIVE
9/28at NYJRESERVE/INJURED 114 7 0.00 INACTIVE
10/5BUF RESERVE/INJURED 13112 0.00 INACTIVE
10/12
at MinRESERVE/INJURED 6 4 2 0.55 INACTIVE
10/19
NO RESERVE/INJURED 118 3 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
10/26
at ATLRESERVE/INJURED 7 7 0 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
11/9MIA RESERVE/INJURED 119 2 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
11/16
at AriRESERVE/INJURED 108 2 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
11/23
at NERESERVE/INJURED 109 1 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
11/27
CHI RESERVE/INJURED 10100 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
12/7TB RESERVE/INJURED 5 4 1 2.013 RESERVE/INJURED
12/14
MIN RESERVE/INJURED 118 3 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
12/21
at ChiRESERVE/INJURED 8 6 2 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
12/28
at GBRESERVE/INJURED 118 3 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED
Totals
1 1 0 0.00 15111734 2.518 0 0 0 0.00
J. Bynes
D. Carey
TTSTATSkSkY TTSTATSkSkY
NOT WITH TEAM INACTIVE
NOT WITH TEAM
INACTIVE
NOT WITH TEAM 0000.0
0
0000.0
0 INACTIVE
0000.0
0 0000.0
0
2200.0
0 0000.0
0
0000.0
0 1100.0
0
1100.0
0 0000.0
0
1010.0
0 1100.0
0
3210.0
0 0000.0
0
3300.0
0 0000.0
0
3210.0
0 0000.0
0
1100.0
0 0000.0
0
2200.0
0 0000.0
0
3300.0
0 2200.0
0
0000.0
0 3210.0
0
191630.0
0 7610.0
0
G. Johnson
J. Jones
3211.5
14.50000.0
0
1100.0
0 1010.5
1
4310.0
0 2110.0
0
1100.0
0 1100.0
0
2201.0
5 1010.0
0
5411.5
9.53210.5
2.5
0000.0
0 0000.0
0
3300.0
0 3301.0
5
1100.0
0 1010.0
0
0000.0
0 0000.0
0
1100.0
0 0000.0
0
1100.0
0 1101.0
8
1101.0
10 0000.0
0
2111.0
11 4221.0
10
0000.0
0 2200.0
0
1010.0
0 3211.0
7
26215 6.050 22148 5.033.5
R. Mathis
C. Mosley
1100.0
0 1100.0
0
5410.0
0 2202.0
13
1100.0
0 1100.0
0
3120.0
0 3120.0
0
3300.0
0 2110.0
0
4400.0
0 1010.5
3.5
0000.0
0 1100.0
0
2200.0
0 RESERVE/SUSPENDED
3210.0
0 2110.0
0
4310.0
0 3210.0
0
3300.0
0 0000.0
0
2110.0
0 0000.0
0
6420.0
0 2110.0
0
6510.0
0 3210.0
0
6600.0
0 0000.0
0
2200.0
0 5410.0
0
51429 0.00 26179 2.516.5
DEFENSE
DETROIT LIONS
N. Ness
A. Palmer
G. Quin
C. Reid
M. Seisay
DateOpp TT ST AT Sk SkY TT ST AT Sk SkYTT STAT Sk SkY TTSTATSkSkY TTSTATSkSkY
9/8NYG PRACTICE SQUAD 0 0 0 0.00 5410.00 0000.0
0 PRACTICE SQUAD
9/14at Car0 0 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 4220.00 0000.0
0 PRACTICE SQUAD
9/21GB PRACTICE SQUAD 0 0 0 0.00 0000.00 0000.0
0 2200.0
0
9/28at NYJPRACTICE SQUAD 0 0 0 0.00 8260.00 2020.0
0 0000.0
0
10/5BUF PRACTICE SQUAD 2 2 0 1.09 5410.00 0000.0
0 0000.0
0
10/12
at MinPRACTICE SQUAD 2 1 1 0.00 3300.00 0000.0
0 0000.0
0
10/19
NO PRACTICE SQUAD 2 2 0 0.00 6510.00 0000.0
0 0000.0
0
10/26
at ATLPRACTICE SQUAD 1 1 0 0.00 8800.00 0000.0
0 0000.0
0
11/9MIA PRACTICE SQUAD 1 0 1 0.54 1100.00 0000.0
0 0000.0
0
11/16
at AriPRACTICE SQUAD 0 0 0 0.00 3210.00 0000.0
0 1100.0
0
11/23
at NEPRACTICE SQUAD 0 0 0 0.00 8800.00 0000.0
0 0000.0
0
11/27
CHI PRACTICE SQUAD 1 0 1 0.00 7520.00 0000.0
0 0000.0
0
12/7TB PRACTICE SQUAD 0 0 0 0.00 2200.00 INACTIVE 0000.0
0
12/14
MIN PRACTICE SQUAD 1 1 0 0.00 3300.00 INACTIVE 0000.0
0
12/21
at ChiPRACTICE SQUAD 0 0 0 0.00 2110.0
0 INACTIVE INACTIVE
12/28
at GBPRACTICE SQUAD 0 0 0 0.00 8710.00 INACTIVE 0000.0
0
Totals
0 0 0 0.00 107 3 1.5137357160.0
0 2020.0
0 3300.0
0
D. Slay
J. Stanford
N. Suh
D. Tapp
D. Taylor
9/8NYG 3 3 0 0.00 PRACTICE SQUAD 3300.00 0000.0
0 0000.0
0
9/14at Car4 3 1 0.00 PRACTICE SQUAD 3300.00 0000.0
0 4130.0
0
9/21GB 6 4 2 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 2111.08 0000.0
0 0000.0
0
9/28at NYJ5 3 2 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 1100.00 1010.0
0 1100.0
0
10/5BUF 5 5 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 5320.00 1100.0
0 1100.0
0
10/12
at Min2 2 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 4402.03 3210.0
0 0000.0
0
10/19
NO 6 5 1 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 2110.53.5 1100.0
0 0000.0
0
10/26
at ATL1 1 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 3300.00 1100.0
0 2200.0
0
11/9MIA 6 3 3 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 4311.010 2110.5
4 2110.0
0
11/16
at Ari0 0 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 1100.00 1100.0
0 0000.0
0
11/23
at NE1 0 1 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 4400.00 2200.0
0 2200.0
0
11/27
CHI 8 6 2 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 0000.00 0000.0
0 0000.0
0
12/7TB 4 4 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 6511.011 0000.0
0 0000.0
0
12/14
MIN 4 4 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 4221.08 3210.0
0 2201.0
2
12/21
at Chi4 3 1 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 4402.011 2110.0
0 0000.0
0
12/28
at GB1 1 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 7610.00 0000.0
0 1100.0
0
Totals
60 47 13 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 53449 8.554.5 17125 0.54 15114 1.02
J. Thomas
S. Tulloch
K. Van Noy
C. Vaughn
L. Webster
9/8
NYG
NOT WITH TEAM
8
6
2
0.0 0
RESERVE/INJURED - DESIGNATED RETURN0
0
0
0.0 0
INACTIVE
10 7
3
1.0 15
1
0
0.0 0
INACTIVE
9/21 GB
NOT WITH TEAM
2
2
0
1.0 7
RESERVE/INJURED - DESIGNATED RETURNINACTIVE
0
0
0
0.0 0
RESERVE/INJURED
INACTIVE
10/5 BUF
NOT WITH TEAM
RESERVE/INJURED
INACTIVE
RESERVE/INJURED
1
0
0.0 0
INACTIVE
10/19 NO
NOT WITH TEAM
RESERVE/INJURED
2
0
0.0 0
INACTIVE
10/26 at ATL NOT WITH TEAM
RESERVE/INJURED
1
0
0.0 0
DID NOT PLAY
11/9MIA NOT WITH TEAM RESERVE/INJURED 1100.00 2200.0
0 INACTIVE
11/16 at Ari
NOT WITH TEAM
RESERVE/INJURED
1
1
0
0.0 0
2
2
0
0.0 0
INACTIVE
11/23 at NE
NOT WITH TEAM
RESERVE/INJURED
1
1
0
0.0 0
1
1
0
0.0 0
INACTIVE
11/27
CHI NOT WITH TEAM RESERVE/INJURED 0000.00 0000.0
0 INACTIVE
12/7TB NOT WITH TEAM RESERVE/INJURED 0000.00 4310.0
0 INACTIVE
12/14
MIN NOT WITH TEAM RESERVE/INJURED 0000.00 1100.0
0 INACTIVE
12/21
at Chi0 0 0 0.00 RESERVE/INJURED 1100.00 1100.0
0 INACTIVE
12/28
at GBINACTIVE RESERVE/INJURED 0000.00 1010.0
0 INACTIVE
Totals
0 0 0 0.00 20155 2.0224400.0
0 171520.0
0 0000.0
0
T. Whitehead
DateOpp TT ST AT Sk SkY
9/8NYG 0000.0
0
9/14at Car4130.0
0
9/21GB 3210.0
0
9/28at NYJ11470.0
0
10/5BUF 6330.0
0
10/12
at Min6510.0
0
10/19
NO 5410.0
0
10/26
at Atl5500.0
0
11/9MIA 3210.0
0
11/16
at Ari3210.0
0
11/23
at NE5500.0
0
11/27
CHI 7610.0
0
12/7TB 3300.0
0
12/14
MIN 9810.0
0
12/21
at Chi3300.0
0
12/28
at GB4220.0
0
Totals
7755220.00 INTERCEPTIONS
J. Bynes
Date Opp Int Yds Avg TD PD
9/8NYG NOT WITH TEAM
9/14at CarNOT WITH TEAM
9/21GB NOT WITH TEAM
9/28at NYJ0 0 0.00 0
10/5BUF 0 0 0.00 0
10/12
at Min0 0 0.00 0
10/19
NO 0 0 0.00 0
10/26
at Atl0 0 0.00 0
11/9MIA 1 1717.0
0 1
11/16
at Ari0 0 0.00 0
11/23
at NE0 0 0.00 0
11/27
CHI 0 0 0.00 0
12/7TB 0 0 0.00 0
12/14
MIN 0 0 0.00 0
12/21
at Chi0 0 0.00 0
12/28
at GB0 0 0.00 0
Totals
1 1717.0
0 1
DETROIT LIONS
J. Ihedigbo
Int Yds Avg TD PD
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
INACTIVE
0 0 0.00 0
0 0 0.00 0
0 0 0.00 0
0 0 0.00 0
0 0 0.00 0
1 7070.0
0 2
0 0 0.00 2
1 5 5.00 2
1 0 0.00 1
1 1111.0
0 1
0 0 0.00 0
0 0 0.00 0
0 0 0.00 0
4 8621.5
0 8
D. Levy
Int Yds AvgTD PD
11313.0
01
000.000
000.002
000.000
000.000
000.000
000.000
000.000
000.001
000.000
000.000
000.001
000.000
000.000
000.000
000.000
11313.0
05
R. Mathis
Int Yds AvgTD PD
000.0
00
000.0
02
000.0
00
000.0
00
14141.0
11
000.0
00
000.0
00
000.0
00
000.0
00
000.0
00
000.0
01
000.0
01
000.0
02
000.0
00
000.0
02
000.0
00
14141.0
19
G. Quin
Int Yds AvgTD PD
11818.0
01
000.0
00
000.0
00
000.0
00
000.0
00
12020.0
01
12323.0
01
000.0
00
000.0
00
000.0
01
000.0
00
100.0
01
100.0
03
15656.0
01
100.0
01
000.0
00
7117
16.7
010
2014 DETROIT LIONS PARTICIPATION CHART
NYG at Car GB
at NYJ BUF at Min NO
at Atl* MIA at Ari at NE CHI
TB
MIN at Chi at GB 2014
PLAYER
9/8 9/14 9/21 9/28 10/5 10/12 10/19 10/2611/9 11/16 11/2311/27 12/7 12/1412/21 12/28G
S DNP I
Abdul-Quddus, Isa
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Did Not Play
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Inactive
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DETROIT LIONS
GAME #1: LIONS 35, GIANTS 14
FORD FIELD, SEPTEMBER 8, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 62,401
NEW YORK GIANTS
DETROIT LIONS
1Q2Q3Q4QOT Final
0 7 0 7 -
14
14 0 13 8 -
35
FIRST QUARTER
LIONS
Johnson 67 yd. pass from Stafford (N. Freese kick)
LIONS
Johnson 16 yd. pass from Stafford (N. Freese kick)
SECOND QUARTER
GIANTS
Donnell 1 yd. pass from Manning (Brown kick)
THIRD QUARTER
LIONS
Freese 28 yd. field goal
LIONS
LIONS
Stafford 5 yd. run (Freese kick)
FOURTH QUARTER
GIANTS
Jennings 1 yd. run (Brown kick)
LIONS
Bell 3 yd. run (Stafford-Fauria pass)
GAME #2: LIONS 7, PANTHERS 24
BANK OF AMERICA STADIUM, SEPTEMBER 14, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 73,586
DETROIT LIONS
CAROLINA PANTHERS
1Q2Q3Q4QOT Final
0070- 7
0 6 7 11 -
24
SECOND QUARTER
PANTHERS Gano 29 yd. field goal
PANTHERS Gano 53 yd. field goal
THIRD QUARTER
LIONS
Collins 1 yd. pass from Stafford (Freese kick)
PANTHERS Avant 14 yd. pass from Newton (Gano kick)
FOURTH QUARTER
PANTHERS Stewart 2 yd. run (Newton-Cotchery pass)
PANTHERS Gano 38 yd. Field GoaL
LIONSPANTHERS
First Downs
21
20
Total Net Yards
323
313
LIONSGIANTS
Net Yards Rushing
70
62
First Downs
20
16
Net Yards Passing
253
251
Total Net Yards
417
197
(Att/Comp/Int)
48-27-1
34-22-0
Net Yards Rushing
76
53
Punts-Average
5-46.66-44.8
Net Yards Passing
341
144
Fumbles-Lost
3-20-0
(Att/Comp/Int)
32-22-0
33-18-2
Sacked-Yards
4-385-30
Punts-Average
2-54.55-40.2
Penalties-Yards
5-334-45
Fumbles-Lost
1-00-0
Time of Possession
30:41
29:19
Sacked-Yards
1-52-19
RUSHING
Penalties-Yards
8-854-25
PANTHERS: Stewart 15-37-1, Newton 4-19, Brown 1-11, Tolbert
Time of Possession
36:04
23:56
4- -5
RUSHING
LIONS:Bell 10-36, Bush 6-26, Stafford 1-8, Riddick 1-0
GIANTS: Jennings 16-46-1, Williams 5-9, Jernigan 1--2
PASSING
LIONS: Bell 15-51-1, Bush 9-15, Tate 1-4, Riddick 1-4, Stafford 1-2 PANTHERS: Newton 34-22, 281 1 TD
PASSING
LIONS: Stafford 48-27, 291 1 TD 1 INT
GIANTS: Manning 33-18, 163 1 TD 2 INT
RECEIVING
LIONS: Stafford 32-22, 346 2 TD
PANTHERS: Olsen 6-72, Avant 5-54, Cotchery 4-46, Tolbert 3-33,
RECEIVING
Benjamin 2-46, Stewart 1-22, Bersin 1-8, Dickerson 1-0.
GIANTS: Donnell 5-56-1, Jennings 4-50, Jernigan 4-25, Cruz 2-24, LIONS: Johnson 6-83, Bell 6-61, Tate 5-57, Ebron 3-38, Ross 2-23,
Randle 2-1, Fells 1-7
Bush 2-6, Collins 2-3, Fauria 1-20.
LIONS: Johnson 7-164-2, Tate 6-93, Bush 6-49, Fauria 1-26,
Pettigrew 1-9, Bell 1-5.
SUMMARY
The Lions fell to 1-1 on the season after a 24-7 lost to the Carolina
SUMMARY
Panthers in Week 2. After two early kicks in the second quarter by
The Detroit Lions opened their 2014 season at Ford Field against
Panthers K Graham Gano, the Lions were down 6-0 going into the
the New York Giants. QB Matthew Stafford and WR Calvin
half. After stopping the Panthers on their first drive after halftime,
Johnson seemed to be in mid-season form as they connected
the Lions marched down the field on an eight-play, 63-yard
on a 67-yard bomb to put the Lions up 7-0. Those two were just
drive that resulted in a one-yard touchdown pass from Lions QB
warming up because with 5:23 remaining in the first quarter
Matthew Stafford to FB Jed Collins to put them up 7-6. Carolina
Stafford, scrambling to his left and throwing back to his right,
was able to score in the third with 2:30 remaining when QB Cam
connected with Johnson for a 16-yard diving touchdown grab.
Newton found WR Jason Avant on a 14-yard pass to regain the
That touchdown put the Lions up 14-0. The Giants wouldn’t go
lead, 13-7. With 7:26 remaining in the fourth quarter, the Panthers
away quietly, countering with their own score on a one-yard pass
were able to score on a two-yard run from RB Jonathan Stewart,
from QB Eli Manning to TE Larry Donnell. Detroit came out in the
and later capitalize on the two-point conversion to lead 21-7. Gano
second half and extended their lead with two field goals by K Nate would later add a field goal to put Carolina up 24-7 and seal the
Freese, one of which was set up by a spectacular interception
game. For the second consecutive week the Lions did not allow a
from Lions LB DeAndre Levy. With just under six minutes to go
100-yard rusher. The Panthers were held to only 62 yards, as LB
after a S Glover Quin interception, Stafford dazzled the crowd yet
Stephen Tulloch led the team with 10 tackles on defense.
again with a five-yard scramble for the score to go up 27-7. The
Giants responded with a score of their own with a one-yard run
by RB Rashad Jennings to cut the lead to 27-14. Detroit would
respond by putting together a 12-play drive that chewed up more
than seven minutes on the clock and ended with a three-yard
touchdown by RB Joique Bell. Up 33-14 the Lions decided to go for
two points and converted on a Stafford pass to TE Joseph Fauria,
putting the game away. Levy led the team with 10 tackles and an
interception.
DETROIT LIONS
GAME #3: LIONS 19, PACKERS 7
FORD FIELD, SEPTEMBER 21, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 62,418
GREEN BAY PACKERS
DETROIT LIONS
GAME #4: LIONS 24, JETS 17
METLIFE STADIUM, SEPTEMBER 28, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 78,160
1Q2Q3Q4QOT Final 7 0 0 0 -
7 DETROIT LIONS
7507- 19 NEW YORK JETS
1Q2Q3Q4QOT Final
3 14 0 7 -
24
3 0 7 7 -
17
FIRST QUARTER
LIONS
Carey 40 yd. fumble return (Freese kick)
PACKERS Quarless 10 yd. pass from Rodgers (Crosby kick)
SECOND QUARTER
LIONS
Lacy tackled in end zone by Levy for a safety
LIONS
FOURTH QUARTER
LIONS
Bush 26 yd. run (Freese kick)
FIRST QUARTER
JETS
Folk 27 yd. Field Goal
LIONS
Henery 51 yd. Field Goal
SECOND QUARTER
LIONS
Ross 59 yd. pass from Stafford (Henery kick)
LIONS
Ebron 16 yd. pass from Stafford (Henery kick)
THIRD QUARTER
JETS
Decker 11 yd. pass from Smith (Folk kick)
FOURTH QUARTER
LIONSPACKERS LIONS
Stafford 1 yd. run (Henery kick)
First Downs
21
14 JETS
Johnson 35 yd. run (Folk kick)
Total Net Yards
353
223 LIONSJETS
Net Yards Rushing
115
76 First Downs
17
17
Net Yards Passing
238
147 Total Net Yards
360
336
(Att/Comp/Int)
34-22-2
27-16-0 Net Yards Rushing
88
132
Punts-Average
2-52.05-43.0 Net Yards Passing
272
204
Fumbles-Lost
1-11-1
(Att/Comp/Int)
34-24-0
33-17-1
Sacked-Yards
2-82-15 Punts-Average
6-51.06-51.7
Penalties-Yards
6-405-30 Fumbles-Lost
0-02-1
Time of Possession
38:13
21:47 Sacked-Yards
4-212-5
RUSHING
Penalties-Yards
5-336-32
PACKERS: Starks 8-38; Lacy 11-36; Harris 3-2
Time of Possession
34:53
25:07
LIONS: Bush 12-61 1 TD; Bell 15-33; Riddick 3-16; Stafford 6-8; RUSHING
Collins 1-2; Ross 1--5
JETS: Ivory 17-84; Johnson 6-44 1 TD; Smith 4-4
PASSING
LIONS: Bush 12-46; Bell 8-32; Riddick 1-2; Stafford 6-8 1
PACKERS: 27-16, 162 1 TD
TD; LIONS: Stafford 334-22, 246 2 INT
PASSING
RECEIVING
JETS: Smith 33-17, 209 1 TD
PACKERS: Nelson 5-59; Quarless 4-43; Cobb 3-29; Adams 2-11; LIONS: Stafford 34-24, 293 2 TD
Boykin 1-11; Lacy 1-9
RECEIVING
LIONS: Johnson 6-82; Bush 6-38; Tate 5-51; Ross 3-20; Fuller JETS: Amaro 5-58; Decker 4-48 1 TD; Salas 2-60; Johnson 2-17;
1-52; Fauria 1-3
Ivory 2-16; Nelson 1-7; Kerley 1-3
LIONS: Tate 8-116; Bush 4-19; Ebron 3-34 1 TD; Ross 2-65 1 TD;
SUMMARY
Pettigrew 2-19; Johnson 2-12; Bell 2-7; Broyles 1-21
The Detroit Lions improved to 2-1 on the season following a 19-7
victory in Week 3 vs. Green Bay. In the first division game of the
SUMMARY
season the Lions defense stepped up big again to lead them to
The Detroit Lions improved to 3-1 on the season following a 24-17
victory. On the Packers’ second play of their first possession, DT win in Week 4 over the New York Jets. After early success from
Nick Fairley stripped Packers RB Eddie Lacy, causing a fumble. FS New York in the running game, the Lions were able to stall the
Don Carey was there to scoop and score to put Detroit up 7-0 in Jets’ first drive and force them to attempt a 27-yard field goal
the first quarter with 12 minutes to go. Green Bay would tie the
from K Nick Folk to put the Jets up 3-0. Detroit would respond
game with under a minute left to go in the first when QB Aaron
with a field goal of their own with under six minutes to go with
Rodgers connected with TE Andrew Quarless on a 10-yard pass. a 51-yard field goal by K Alex Henerey to tie the game up. After
After an unfortunate injury to LB Stephen Tulloch, LB DeAndre
battling back and forth defensively with under 10 minutes to go
Levy and the rest of the Lions defense stepped up their play for
in the second, QB Matthew Stafford hooked up with WR Jeremy
their fallen teammate. With the ball on their own one-yard line,
Ross for a 59-yard bomb to increase Detroit’s lead to 10-3. After
the Packers tried run it out as Levy made the play in the end zone another defensive stop the Lions’ two-minute offense would go
on Lacy to get the safety, putting Detroit up 9-7 in the second
to work. Detroit put together a five-play drive that ended with
quarter. Detroit would add to its lead with a 30-yard field goal by K Stafford connecting with rookie TE Eric Ebron for a 16-yard score,
Nate Freese with under seven minutes to go in the second quarter putting the Lions up a commanding 17-3 heading into the half. In
to go up 12-7. Coming out the half, the dominance by the Lions
the third quarter Jets QB Geno Smith would connect with WR Eric
defense continued as they didn’t allow the Packers to score in the Decker for an 11-yard touchdown, bringing the score to 17-10.
final three quarters of the game. With just under 11 minutes to go Detroit responded quickly, putting together a 14-play, 90-yard
in the fourth quarter, RB Reggie Bush put Detroit in a commanding drive ending with Stafford scoring on a one-yard scramble to put
lead with a 26-yard touchdown run to seal the win, 19-7.
the Lions up 24-10. With under 10 minutes to play the Jets would
score on a 35-yard scramble by RB Chris Johnson to narrow the
score to 24-17. After another defensive stop the Lions were able to
chew up the last 3:41 of the game. WR Golden Tate led the team
with a career-high eight receptions and 116 yards receiving.
DETROIT LIONS
GAME #5: LIONS 14, BILLS 17
FORD FIELD, OCTOBER 5, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 62,775
BUFFALO BILLS
DETROIT LIONS
17 DETROIT LIONS
7700- 14 MINNESOTA VIKINGS
FIRST QUARTER
LIONS
Tate 9 yd. pass from Stafford (Henery kick)
SECOND QUARTER
LIONS
Mathis 41 yd. interception return (Henery kick)
BILLS
Carpenter 45 yd. Field Goal
THIRD QUARTER
BILLS
FOURTH QUARTER
BILLS
Gragg 2 yd. pass from Orton (Jackson run)
BILLS
LIONSBILLS
First Downs
13
19
Total Net Yards
263
343
Net Yards Rushing
69
49
Net Yards Passing
194
294
(Att/Comp/Int)
31-18-1
43-30-1
Punts-Average
7-47.18-43.1
Fumbles-Lost
3-13-0
Sacked-Yards
6-272-14
Penalties-Yards
8-6211-74
Time of Possession
27:41
32:19
RUSHING
BILLS: Jackson 10-49; Spiller 10-8; Orton 1-0; Goodwin 1- -8
LIONS: Winn 11-48; Bush 6-13; Stafford 3-8;
PASSING
BILLS: Orton 43-30, 308 1 TD 1 INT
RECEIVING
BILLS: Watkins 7-87; Jackson 7-58; Chandler 4-21; Woods 3-37;
Spiller 3-25; Hogan 2-27; Goodwin 1-42; Williams 1-8; Gragg 1-2
1 TD; Summers 1-1
LIONS: Tate 7-134 1 TD; Fuller 3-17; Bush 2-30; Pettigrew 2-12;
Ebron 2-8; Ross 1-13; Johnson 1-7;
SUMMARY
The Detroit Lions surrendered a narrow 14-17 loss to the Buffalo
Bills in Week 5. The Lions had the lead early after QB Matthew
Stafford connected with WR Golden Tate on a nine-yard pass
to put Detroit up 7-0. Early in the second quarter, veteran CB
Rashean Mathis picked off Bills QB Kyle Orton and returned it 40
yards to give the Lions a commanding 14-0 lead. Buffalo would
not go away after missed opportunities by Detroit would allow
the Bills to scratch their way back into the game. Bills K Dan
Carpenter would knock in one field goal in the second and third
quarters, bringing them within eight points heading into the fourth.
With under 10 minutes to go, Orton would connect with TE Chris
Gragg on a two-yard pass that ended with a score as Buffalo
would convert the two-point conversion. After a missed field goal
by the Lions, Carpenter hit a 58-yard field goal with six seconds
remaining to end the game. Detroit only allowed 49 total rushing
yards and LB DeAndre Levy led the way with a game-high 13
tackles, his third-consecutive game with 10 or more tackles.
DETROIT LIONS
GAME #6: LIONS 17, VIKINGS 3
TCF BANK STADIUM, OCTOBER 12, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 52,213
1Q2Q3Q4QOT Final
7307- 17
0003- 3
FIRST QUARTER
LIONS
Riddick 9 yd. pass from Stafford (Prater kick)
SECOND QUARTER
LIONS
Prater 52 yd. Field Goal
FOURTH QUARTER
LIONS
Bell 1 yd. run (Prater kick)
VIKINGS
Walsh 40 yd. Field Goal
LIONSVIKINGS
First Downs
18
15
Total Net Yards
255
212
Net Yards Rushing
100
69
Net Yards Passing
155
143
(Att/Comp/Int)
33-19-0
37-23-3
Punts-Average
7-48.77-42.3
Fumbles-Lost
0-01-0
Sacked-Yards
4-308-45
Penalties-Yards
5-409-60
Time of Possession
32:21
27:39
RUSHING
VIKINGS: Mckinnon 11-40; Wright 1-21; Bridgewater 3-11; Patterson
1-2; Asiata 2- -5;
LIONS: Bell 18-74 1 TD; Winn 5-16; Riddick 3-6; Collins 1-3;
Stafford 1-1
PASSING
VIKINGS: Bridgewater 37-23, 188 3 INT
RECEIVING
VIKINGS: McKinnon 6-42; Ford 4-37; Wright 4-17; Jennings 3-33;
Johnson 2-22; Patterson 2-15; Asiata 1-18; Ellison 1 -4
LIONS: Tate 7-44; Riddick 5-75; Ebron 2-23; Bell 2-23; Fuller 2-12;
Ross 1-8;
SUMMARY
With a 17-3 win over the Vikings in Week 6 the Lions improved
to 4-2 on the season. QB Matthew Stafford connected with RB
Theo Riddick on a nine-yard slant to put Detroit up seven in the
first quarter. In the second, Detroit would extend its lead to 10
when newly-signed K Matt Prater knocked in a 52-yard field goal.
The Lions offense would add another score in the fourth when RB
Joique Bell charged in a one-yard touchdown run to put Detroit
up 17-0 and in complete control of the game. Vikings K Blair Wash
made a 40-yard field goal late in the fourth to make it 17-3. The
Lions defense dominated the game against the Vikings. In the
Lions’ 17-3 win at Minnesota, the Lions defense generated eight
total sacks against the Vikings. Eight sacks marked the most in
a game for the Lions since accumulating eight vs. Indianapolis
November 23, 1997. The Lions defense held the Minnesota Vikings
to just three points, marking the lowest tally allowed on the road
by the Lions since they forced a shutout at Tampa Bay, 27-0,
September 29, 1996. Allowing just three points to Minnesota
marked the fourth-straight game the Lions allowed no more than
17 points in a game. The Lions generated eight team sacks and
three interceptions. The last time the Lions registered 8+ sacks
and 3+ interceptions in a game was at Philadelphia November 18,
1986 (11 sacks, three interceptions). LB DeAndre Levy led the
defense with a team-high seven tackles, while LB Tahir Whitehead
got his first and second career interceptions.
GAME #7: LIONS 24, SAINTS 23
FORD FIELD, OCTOBER 19, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 63,271
NEW ORLEANS SAINTS
DETROIT LIONS
GAME #8: LIONS 22, FALCONS 21
WEMBLEY STADIUM, OCTOBER 26, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 83,532
23 DETROIT LIONS
0 3 7 14 -
24 ATLANTA FALCONS
1Q2Q3Q4QOT Final
0 0 10 12 -
22
14 7 0 0 -
21
SECOND QUARTER
SAINTS
Johnson 13 yd. pass from Brees (Graham kick)
LIONS
SAINTS
Graham 27 yd. Field Goal
THIRD QUARTER
SAINTS
Stills 46 yd. pass from Brees (Graham kick) l
LIONS
FOURTH QUARTER
SAINTS
SAINTS
LIONS
Tate 73 yd. pass from Stafford (Prater kick)
LIONS
Fuller 5 yd. pass from Stafford (Prater kick)l
FIRST QUARTER
FALCONS Freeman 7 yd. pass from Ryan (Bryant kick)
FALCONS Pascoe 1 yd. pass from Ryan (Bryant kick)
SECOND QUARTER
FALCONS Jackson 1 yd. run (Bryant kick)
THIRD QUARTER
LIONS
Prater 22 yd. Field Goal.
LIONS
FOURTH QUARTER
LIONS
LIONS
Riddick 5 yd. pass from Stafford (pass failed)
LIONS
LIONSSAINTS
First Downs
21
25
Total Net Yards
344
408
Net Yards Rushing
59
73
Net Yards Passing
285
335
(Att/Comp/Int)
40-27-2
45-28-1
Punts-Average
5-42.64-42.0
Fumbles-Lost
0-01-1
Sacked-Yards
3-141-7
Penalties-Yards
9-7112-134
Time of Possession
32:18
27:42
RUSHING
SAINTS: Robinson 3-26; Ingram 10-16; Thomas 6-13; Brees 1-13
Johnson 1-5;
LIONS: Bell 18-48 1 TD; Bush 4-10; Stafford 2-1
PASSING
SAINTS: Brees 45-28, 342 2 TD 1 INT
RECEIVING
SAINTS: Colston 6-111; Cadet 6-51; Stills 5-103 1 TD; Thomas 4-17;
Cooks 2-23; Ingram 2-13; Johnson 1-13 1 TD; Hill 1 -8; Watson 1-3
LIONS: Tate 10-154 1 TD; Bush 5-22; Pettigrew 4-28; Fuller 3-44 1
TD; Ross 3-32; Bell 2-19;
LIONSFALCONS
First Downs
22
22
Total Net Yards
385
291
Net Yards Rushing
60
78
Net Yards Passing
325
213
(Att/Comp/Int)
47-24-1
27-20-1
Punts-Average
3-41.34-38.3
Fumbles-Lost
2-03-0
Sacked-Yards
0-02-15
Penalties-Yards
8-855-39
Time of Possession
30:55
29:05
RUSHING
FALCONS: Jackson 18-60 1 TD; Ryan 1-6; Smith 3-5; Freeman
3-5; Rodgers 1-2
LIONS: Bell 14-39; Stafford 3-9; Riddick 3-5; Collins 2-5; Winn 1-2
PASSING
FALCONS: Ryan 27-20, 228 2 TD 1 INT
RECEIVING
FALCONS: White 5-66; Jones 4-58; Douglas 3-42; Rodgers 3-28;
Toilolo 2-26; Freeman 1-7 1 TD; Pascoe1-1 TD; DiMarco 1-0
LIONS: Riddick 8-74 1 TD; Tate 7-151 1 TD; Fuller 3-43; Ross 3-31;
Bell 2-22; Broyles 1-4
SUMMARY
In dramatic fashion, the Detroit Lions mounted a comeback and
defeated the New Orleans Saints 24-23 in Week 7, improving to
5-2 on the season. The Saints would strike first when QB Drew
Brees connected with FB Austin Johnson on a 13-yard score.
The Lions would respond with under six minutes to go when K
Matt Prater knocked in a 21-yard field goal. As time was expiring
in the first half Saints K Shayne Graham converted on a 27-yard
field goal to put New Orleans up 10-3 at halftime. Things would
continue to go New Orleans’ way early in the third as Brees
hooked up with WR Kenny Stills on a 46-yard pass to push the
Saints lead to 17-3. Detroit would respond with a score of their
own when RB Joique Bell pounded in a one-yard run to bring the
Lions within a touchdown. With less than 14 minutes to go in the
game, the Saints extended their lead in the fourth when Graham
knocked in two field goals to go up 23-10 on Detroit. The Lions
would not go away however, as QB Matthew Stafford connected
with WR Golden Tate on a 73-yard score to bring Detroit within six
points with under four minutes to play. The Lions defense would
come up huge when S Glover Quin picked off Brees and gave the
Lions offense a shot to win the game. With less than two minutes
to play Stafford would connect with WR Corey Fuller on a gamewinning five-yard touchdown to put Detroit up 24-23. This was
Fuller’s first career touchdown.
SUMMARY
For the second consecutive week the Detroit Lions mounted a
comeback on their way to defeating the Atlanta Falcons in Week
8. The game was part of the NFL International Series and played
at Wembley Stadium in London, England. The Falcons got out
to a quick lead as QB Matt Ryan connected with RB DaVonta
Freeman on a seven-yard pass to put the Falcons up seven. Ryan
then followed up on the next drive with a one-yard TD pass to
TE Bear Pascoe to extend the Falcons’ lead to 14-0. RB Steven
Jackson would add another score on a one-yard run to put the
Falcons up 21-0 heading into the half. Lions K Matt Prater got
Detroit on the board with a 22-yard field goal on the team’s first
drive of the second half. With less than five minutes to play in the
third quarter, QB Matt Stafford hooked up with WR Golden Tate
on a 59-yard pitch and catch, bringing Detroit within 11. Prater
would knock in a 20-yard field goal to cut the lead to one score
as the Lions trailed 21-13. After another defensive stop, Stafford
would connect with RB Theo Riddick for a five-yard touchdown,
but the offense was unable to convert the two-point conversion.
With under two minutes to go the Lions were able to drive the
ball down to the Falcons 30 yard line following a defensive stop
on third down that gave the Lions possession. Prater converted
his third field goal of the season, this time from 48 yards, as time
expired to give the Lions their third consecutive win.
DETROIT LIONS
GAME #9: LIONS 20, DOLPHINS 16
FORD FIELD, NOVEMBER 09, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 63,179
MIAMI DOLPHINS
DETROIT LIONS
16 DETROIT LIONS
100010- 20 ARIZONA CARDINALS
FIRST QUARTER
LIONS
LIONS
Johnson 49 yd. pass from Stafford (Prater kick)
SECOND QUARTER
DOLPHINS Sturgis 23 yd. Field Goal
THIRD QUARTER
DOLPHINS Wallace 3 yd. pass from Tannehill (Sturgis kick)
FOURTH QUARTER
LIONS
LIONS
Riddick 11 yd. pass from Stafford (Prater kick)
LIONSDOLPHINS
First Downs
19
20
Total Net Yards
351
228
Net Yards Rushing
63
50
Net Yards Passing
288
178
(Att/Comp/Int)
42-27-1
38-27-1
Punts-Average
3-45.74-47.0
Fumbles-Lost
0-03-1
Sacked-Yards
3-193-29
Penalties-Yards
10-985-44
Time of Possession
31:34
28:26
RUSHING
DOLPHINS: Williams 7-34; Thomas 5-14; Miller 4-10; Tannehill
2-0; Landry 1- -8
LIONS: Bell 10-44; Bush 4-20; Riddick 3-0; Stafford 2- -1;
PASSING
DOLPHINS: Tannehill 38-27, 207 1 TD 1 INT
LIONS: Stafford 40-25, 280 2 TD 1 INT; Martin 2-2, 27
RECEIVING
DOLPHINS: Landry 7-53; Clay 7-45; Wallace 5-51 1 TD; Williams
3-27; Gibson 2-20; Matthews 1-14; Hartline 1-1; Miller 1 - -4
LIONS: Tate 11-109; Johnson 7-113 1 TD; Bell 2-37; Collins 2-30;
Riddick 2-5 1 TD; Ross 1-5; Bush 1-5; Abdul-Quddus 1-3
SUMMARY
With a 20-16 comeback win in Week 10 over the Miami Dolphins
the Lions improved to 7-2 on the season, matching the team’s best
nine-game start to the season since 1993 (7-2). Detroit would get
out to a quick start after a fake punt on fourth down that extended
their first possession of the game. Lions K Matt Prater knocked
in a 26-yard field goal to give the Lions a 3-0 lead. With less than
five minutes to play in the first quarter Detroit would strike again.
Lions QB Matthew Stafford connected with WR Calvin Johnson on
a 49-yard pass to put Detroit up 10-0. The Dolphins would respond
when K Caleb Sturgis nailed a 23-yard field goal, making the score
10-3 heading into the half. In the third quarter Miami would gain
all the momentum. After another field goal by Sturgis, this time
a 50-yarder, QB Ryan Tannehill hooked up with WR Mike Wallace
on a three-yard pass to give the Dolphins a 13-10 lead. With less
than 13 minutes to play, Prater would make a 50-yard field goal
to tie the game. Miami responded when Sturgis connected on
another field goal, giving the Dolphins a 16-13 lead. Down 16-13
with 3:13 left to play, Stafford led the team on an 11-play 74-yard
drive that was capped off with an 11-yard touchdown pass to RB
Theo Riddick. Stafford now has 11 game-winning 4th quarter or OT
drives with less than 2:00 to play in regulation.
.
DETROIT LIONS
GAME #10: LIONS 6, CARDINALS 14
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX STADIUM, NOVEMBER 16, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 62,487
1Q2Q3Q4QOT Final
3300- 6
14 0 0 0 -
14
FIRST QUARTER
CARDINALS Floyd 42 yd. pass from Stanton (Catanzaro kick)
CARDINALS Floyd 12 yd. pass from Stanton (Catanzaro kick)
LIONS
SECOND QUARTER
LIONS
LIONSCARDINALS
First Downs
11
18
Total Net Yards
262
352
Net Yards Rushing
98
46
Net Yards Passing
164
306
(Att/Comp/Int)
30-18-1
32-21-2
Punts-Average
6-41.55-39.4
Fumbles-Lost
2-00-0
Sacked-Yards
4-190-0
Penalties-Yards
9-804-35
Time of Possession
29:17
30:43
RUSHING
CARDINALS: Ellington 19-42; Taylor 2-6; Hughes 1-2; Stanton 4 - -4
LIONS: Bell 14-85; Tate 1-8; Collins 2-3; Riddick 2-2
PASSING
DOLPHINS: Stanton 32-21, 306 2 TD 2 INT
LIONS: Stafford 30-18, 183 1 INT
RECEIVING
CARDINALS: Jo. Brown 5-69; Ellington 4-24; Carlson 3-27; Floyd
2-54 2 TD; Fitzgerald 2-33; Hughes 1-49; Housler 1-27; Niklas 1-5;
Ja. Brown 1-4; Taylor 1-4
LIONS: Johnson 5-59; Ebron 4-22; Bell 3-30; Riddick 3-24; Tate
2-41; Ross 1-7
SUMMARY
The Detroit Lions saw their four game winning streak come to an
end in Week 11 against the Arizona Cardinals. Arizona would strike
first when QB Drew Stanton connected with WR Malcolm Floyd on
a 42 yard-pass to put the Cardinals up 7-0. With less than seven
minutes to play in the first quarter the Cardinals scored again as
Stanton and Floyd hooked up for 12-yard score to put Arizona up
14-0. The Lions would respond with a score of their own when
K Matt Prater converted on a 50-yard field goal to bring Detroit
within 11. With less than a minute to go before the half Detroit
scored again when Prater hit a 28-yard field goal to bring the score
to 14-6. The second half of the game was all defense with neither
of the teams allowing any points to be scored. The Lions only
allowed 46 yards rushing and LB DeAndre Levy would lead the
team with a team-high 10 tackles.
GAME #11: LIONS 9, PATRIOTS 34
GILLETTE STADIUM, NOVEMBER 23, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 68,756
DETROIT LIONS
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
GAME #12: LIONS 34, BEARS 17
FORD FIELD, NOVEMBER 27, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 64,175
1Q2Q3Q4QOT Final 3303- 9 CHICAGO BEARS
7 17 3 7 -
34 DETROIT LIONS
1Q2Q3Q4QOT Final
14 0 3 0 -
17
321010- 34
FIRST QUARTER
LIONS
PATRIOTS Wright 4 yd. pass from T.Brady (Gostkowski kick)
SECOND QUARTER
LIONS
PATRIOTS Blount 3 yd. run (Gostkowski kick)
PATRIOTS Wright 8 yd. pass from Brady (Gostkowski kick)
PATRIOTS Gostkowski 35 yd. Field Goal
THIRD QUARTER
PATRIOTS Gostkowski 43 yd. Field Goal
FOURTH QUARTER
LIONS
PATRIOTS Blount 1 yd. run (Gostkowski kick)
FIRST QUARTER
BEARS
Jeffery 10 yd. pass from Cutler (Gould kick)
LIONS
BEARS
Jeffery 6 yd. pass from Cutler (Gould kick)
SECOND QUARTER
LIONS
LIONS
LIONS
THIRD QUARTER
BEARS
Gould 35 yd. Field Goal
FOURTH QUARTER
LIONS
LIONS
LIONSBEARS
LIONSPATRIOTS First Downs
28
18
First Downs
21
29 Total Net Yards
474
269
Total Net Yards
335
439 Net Yards Rushing
91
13
Net Yards Rushing
91
90 Net Yards Passing
383
256
Net Yards Passing
244
349
(Att/Comp/Int)
45-34-0
48-31-2
(Att/Comp/Int)
46-18-1
53-38-1 Punts-Average
3-51.06-48.0
Punts-Average
5-46.25-47.6 Fumbles-Lost
2-10-0
Fumbles-Lost
0-01-0 Sacked-Yards
2-73-24
Sacked-Yards
2-200-0 Penalties-Yards
5-385-41
Penalties-Yards
9-5411-84 Time of Possession
33:25
26:35
Time of Possession
30:11
29:49 RUSHING
RUSHING
BEARS: Carey 2-8; Forte 5-6; Cutler 1- -1
PATRIOTS: Blount 12-78 2 TD; Vereen 8-12
LIONS: Bell 23-91 2 TD;
LIONS: Bell 19-48; Stafford 3-18; Tate 1-13; Riddick 2-12
PASSING
PASSING
BEARS: Cutler 48-31, 280 2 TD 2 INT
PATRIOTS: Brady 53-38, 349 2 TD 1 INT
RECEIVING
RECEIVING
BEARS: Jeffery 9-71 2 TD; Bennett 8-109; Forte 6-52; Marshall 6-42;
PATRIOTS: Edelman 11-89; LaFell 9-98; Vereen 8-48; Gronkowski Carey 1-7; Perry 1- -1
5-78; Wright 5-36 2 TD
LIONS: Johnson 11-146 2 TD; Tate 8-89; Riddick 6-54; Ebron 3-23;
LIONS: Tate 4-97; Johnson 4-58; Riddick 3-40; Ross 3-35; Ebron Bell 2-16; Ross 1-31; Fuller 1-21; Fauria 1-8, Pettigrew 1-2
2-23; Fuller 1-13; Bell 1- -2;
SUMMARY
SUMMARY
In Week 13 vs. the Chicago Bears the Detroit Lions hosted their
For the first time this season the Detroit Lions dropped back to
75th Thanksgiving game. The Lions ended their two game losing
back games following a 34-9 loss to the New England Patriots
streak with a dominating 34-17 performance over the Bears.
in Week 12. The Lions jumped out to an early lead when K Matt
Chicago would jump out to an early lead when QB Jay Cutler and
Prater converted on a 48-yard field goal to put Detroit up 3-0. New WR Alshon Jeffrey connected on a 10-yard pass to put the Bears
England would respond when QB Tom Brady connected with TE
up 7-0. Detroit would respond with a score of their own when K
Tim Wright on a four-yard score to put the Patriots up 7-3. Detroit Matt Prater converted on a 46-yard field goal. Cutler and Jeffrey
would respond with another field goal by Prater with less than 14 hooked up for the second time of the day, this time on a six-yard
minutes to play, bringing Detroit within one point. With the score pass to put Chicago up 14-3. With less than 13 minutes to play in
at 7-6 the Patriots would increase their lead when RB LeGarrette the second quarter, QB Matthew Stafford found WR Calvin Johnson
Blount rushed from three yards out, making the score 14-6. Brady on 4th-and-1 with less than four minutes to play, while Lions RB
and Wright would connect again in the second quarter giving New Joique Bell then found the end zone for his first score of the day
England a 21-6 lead. Just before the half the Patriots increased
to give Detroit the 17-14 lead. Detroit would not look back from
their lead as K Stephen Gostkowski naield a 35-yard field goal
there. With less than a minute to go in the first half, Stafford and
as time expired putting the Patriots up 24-6. With less than six
Johnson would find the end zone again, this time on a six-yard
minutes to play in the third Gostkowski would make another field score to extend Detroit’s lead to 24-14 at the half. Chicago’s K
goal, this time from 43 yards to put New England up 27-6. Detroit Robbie Gould chipped away at the Lions’ lead with a 35-yard field
would add some points in the fourth when Prater hit his third field goal in the third, which cut the deficit to seven, but the Lions
goal of the day, this time a 49-yarder. With less than two minutes would answer back when Bell grabbed his second score of the
to play the Patriots would add another score when Blount carried day. Prater capped off the scoring with a 40-yard field goal in the
it in from a yard out to seal the game, 34-9.
fourth to give the Lions a 34-17 lead that they would hold on to.
With 146 receiving yards against Chicago, Johnson surpassed
10,000 career yards and became the first player in Lions history
with 10,000 yards.
DETROIT LIONS
GAME #13: LIONS 34, BUCCANEERS 17
FORD FIELD, DECEMBER 7, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 61,489
TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
DETROIT LIONS
17 MINNESOTA VIKINGS
710107 - 34 DETROIT LIONS
FIRST QUARTER
LIONS
SECOND QUARTER
BUCS
Murray 54 yd. Field Goal
LIONS
LIONS
BUCS
Evans 5 yd. pass from McCown (Murray kick)
THIRD QUARTER
LIONS
LIONS
Fauria 10 yd. pass from M.Stafford (Prater kick)
FOURTH QUARTER
BUCS
Evans 26 yd. pass from J.McCown (Murray kick)
LIONS
Bell 5 yd. pass from Stafford (Prater kick)
LIONSBUCS
First Downs
22
15
Total Net Yards
407
233
Net Yards Rushing
113
26
Net Yards Passing
294
207
(Att/Comp/Int)
34-26-0
39-20-2
Punts-Average
3-51.76-42.5
Fumbles-Lost
3-11-1
Sacked-Yards
4-176-43
Penalties-Yards
9-1225-50
Time of Possession
36:35
23:25
RUSHING
BUCS: Martin 5-22; McCown 4-8; Sims 5- -4
LIONS: Bell 18-83 1 TD; Bush 8-26; Ross 1-4; Winn 1-2; Stafford 3- -2
PASSING
BUCS: McCown 39-20, 250 2 TD 2 INT
RECEIVING
BUCS: Jackson 10-159; Evans 4-45 2 TD; Murphy 3-18; Sims 1-24;
Stocker 1-4, Martin 1-0
LIONS: Johnson 8-158 1 TD; Bell 5-50 1 TD; Tate 4-50; Bush 4-8;
Ebron 3-28; Fauria 2-17 1 TD
SUMMARY
The Detroit Lions improved to 9-4 on the season with a 34-17 win
over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 14. Detroit scored first
when QB Matthew Stafford connected with WR Calvin Johnson on
a six-yard pass to put the Lions up 7-0. With less than 14 minutes
remaining in the second quarter Tampa Bay responded when K
Patrick Murray made a 54-yard field goal. The Lions answered
when RB Joique Bell scored from one yard out making the score
14-3. With less than four minutes to play in the first half Lions
K Matt Prater converted on a 46-yard field goal attempt giving
Detroit a commanding 17-3 lead. The Bucs wouldn’t go away
quietly though as QB Josh McCown and WR Mike Evans connected
on a five-yard pass to bring them within seven with less than a
minute to play in the half. In the third quarter Detroit regained
control of the game. Prater made another field goal, this time
from 23 yards out giving the Lions a 20-10 lead. With less than a
minute to play in the third quarter Stafford found TE Joseph Fauria
for a 10-yard score ,giving Detroit a 17 point lead. Early in the
fourth quarter McCown hooked up with Evans again, this time for
a 26-yard score bringing them within 10. Detroit’s offense couldn’t
be stopped as Stafford found Bell on a five-yard pass that gave
the Lions a 17 point lead that they would go on to win by. This
was Stafford’s fourth time in his career he completed 25+ passes,
recorded 300+ yards and thrown for 3+ TDs with 0 interceptions
in a game.
DETROIT LIONS
GAME #14: LIONS 16, VIKINGS 14
FORD FIELD, DECEMBER 14, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 62,490
1Q2Q3Q4QOT Final
7700- 14
0 10 3 3 -
16
FIRST QUARTER
VIKINGS
Asiata 2 yd. run (Walsh kick)
SECOND QUARTER
VIKINGS
Jennings 8 yd. pass from Bridgewater (Walsh kick)
LIONS
LIONS
THIRD QUARTER
LIONS
FOURTH QUARTER
LIONS
LIONSVIKINGS
First Downs
11
21
Total Net Yards
233
360
Net Yards Rushing
80
76
Net Yards Passing
153
284
(Att/Comp/Int)
28-17-0
41-31-2
Punts-Average
6-44.32-50.5
Fumbles-Lost
0-01-0
Sacked-Yards
0-04-31
Penalties-Yards
5-353-25
Time of Possession
25:17
34:43
RUSHING
VIKINGS: Asiata 11-36 1 TD; Bridgewater 3-30; Tate 5-8; Banyard 2-2
LIONS: Bell 15-62; Bush 3-7; Tate 2-5; Riddick 1-4; Stafford 1-2
PASSING
VIKINGS: Bridgewater 41-31, 315 1 TD 2 INT
RECEIVING
VIKINGS: Rudolph 7-69; Asiata 7-50; Johnson 5-72; Wright 4-49;
Jennings 3-43 1 TD; Patterson 2-16; Ellison 2-9; Ford 1-7
LIONS: Tate 7-38 1 TD; Johnson 4-53; Bell 4-41; Ebron 1-11;
Bush 1-10
SUMMARY
With a 16-14 victory over the Minnesota Vikings, the Lions claimed
their 10th victory in the season’s first 14 games and improved
to 10-4. The Lions would get off to a sluggish start allowing
Minnesota to go up early. RB Matt Asiata scored on a two-yard
run to put the Vikings up 7-0 in the first. With less than 11 minutes
to play in the second quarter, Minnesota scored again when QB
Teddy Bridgewater found WR Greg Jennings for an eight-yard
score, putting the Vikings up 14-0. Detroit’s defense would step
up, after an interception by S Glover Quin, as Lions QB Matthew
Stafford found WR Golden Tate for a seven-yard score to bring
Detroit within seven. CB Darius Slay picked off Bridgewater for
the second time of the day to give the Lions the ball with less
than four minutes to play in the half. Detroit drove the ball down
the field and as time expired when K Matt Prater converted on a
29-yard field goal to bring the Lions within four. Detroit’s defense
pitched a shutout in the second half of the game against the
Vikings. Prater made another field goal, this time from 30 yards to
bring the Lions within one with a quarter to go. The Lions needed
one more stop and a field goal to win the game. With less than
eight minutes to play, the Vikings would attempt a field that was
blocked by DE Jason Jones. Detroit drove the ball down the field
and with less than four minutes to go Prater made his third field
goal of the day, this time putting Detroit up 16-14, which they
would go on to win by.
GAME #15: LIONS 20, BEARS 14
SOLDIER FIELD, DECEMBER 21, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 61,420
DETROIT LIONS
CHICAGO BEARS
20 DETROIT LIONS
0770- 14 GREEN BAY PACKERS
FIRST QUARTER
LIONS
Bush 13 yd. run (Prater kick)
SECOND QUARTER
BEARS
Forte 11 yd. pass from Clausen (Feely kick)
THIRD QUARTER
LIONS
BEARS
Jeffery 20 yd. pass from Clausen (Feely kick)
FOURTH QUARTER
LIONS
LIONS
LIONSBEARS
First Downs
22
17
Total Net Yards
367
234
Net Yards Rushing
138
64
Net Yards Passing
229
170
(Att/Comp/Int)
39-22-2
39-23-1
Punts-Average
1-35.06-40.3
Fumbles-Lost
2-10-0
Sacked-Yards
4-142-11
Penalties-Yards
7-605-86
Time of Possession
31:56
28:04
RUSHING
BEARS: Forte 19-55; Clausen 3-9
LIONS: Bell 13-74 1 TD; Bush 7-54 1 TD; Winn 1-5; Collins 1-3;
Stafford 4-2
PASSING
BEARS: Clausen 39-23, 181 2 TD 1 INT
RECEIVING
BEARS: Wilson 7-66; Jeffrey 6-72 1 TD; Forte 6-40 1 TD; Morgan
2-2; Rosario 1-1; Bennett 1-0
LIONS: Johnson 6-103; Bush 6-44; Tate 5-62; Bell 2-13; Riddick
2-10; Ross 1-11;
SUMMARY
The Lions improved to 5-0 in the NFC North Division with a 20-14
win over the Chicago Bears in Week 16. With a 20-14 victory over
the Bears at Soldier Field, the Lions claimed their 11th win this
season to improve to 11-4. Detroit jumped out to an early lead
as RB Reggie Bush scored on a 13-yard run to go up 7-0. After a
muffed punt by the Lions, Bears QB Jimmy Clausen found RB Matt
Forte for an 11-yard score to tie the ball game at 7-7 just before
the half. With less than 11 minutes to play in the third quarter,
Detroit regained the lead when K Matt Prater nailed a 39-yard field
goal to give the Lions a 10-7 lead. Chicago wouldn’t go away, with
2:45 left to go in the third, the Bears would take their first lead of
the game when Clausen connected with WR Alshon Jeffrey for a
20-yard score to put Chicago up four. Trailing 14-10, with less than
eight minutes to play in the fourth, RB Joique Bell scored on a 17yard run to regain the lead for the Lions. Prater would add a 30yard field goal later to give Detroit a six-point lead, putting them
up 20-14. With one more opportunity to score, the Bears offense
was stalled out once again by the Lions. On 4th-and-10 Clausen
was picked off by S Glover Quin to seal the victory for Detroit.
DETROIT LIONS
GAME #16: LIONS 20, PACKERS 30
LAMBEAU FIELD, DECEMBER 28, 2014
ATTENDANCE: 78,408
1Q2Q3Q4QOT Final
0776- 20
7 7 7 9 -
30
FIRST QUARTER
PACKERS Hyde 55 yd. punt return (Crosby kick)
SECOND QUARTER
PACKERS Cobb 4 yd. pass from Rodgers (Crosby kick)
LIONS
THIRD QUARTER
LIONS
PACKERS Cobb 13 yd. pass from Rodgers (Crosby kick)
FOURTH QUARTER
PACKERS Rodgers 1 yd. run (Crosby kick)
PACKERS Penalty on Stafford enforced in end zone for a Safety
LIONS
Riddick 6 yd. pass from Stafford (run failed)\
LIONSPACKERS
First Downs
23
24
Total Net Yards
313
377
Net Yards Rushing
111
152
Net Yards Passing
202
225
(Att/Comp/Int)
41-20-0
23-18-0
Punts-Average
4-38.03-39.0
Fumbles-Lost
2-12-2
Sacked-Yards
2-151-7
Penalties-Yards
10-535-40
Time of Possession
25:42
34:18
RUSHING
PACKERS: Lacy 26-100; Starks 5-26; Rodgers 2-14 1 TD; Kuhn
3-6; Cobb 2-6
LIONS: Bell 13-60; Stafford 4-29; Bush 5-19; Collins 1-3
PASSING
PACKERS: Rodgers 22-17, 226 2 TD; Flynn 1-1, 6
RECEIVING
PACKERS: Nelson 6-86; R. Rodgers 5-40; Cobb 4-80 2 TD; Lacy 3-26;
LIONS: Riddick 5-34 1 TD; Johnson 4-39 2 TD; Tate 3-45; Bush 3-22;
Ebron 2-38; Ross 2-33; Collins 1-6
SUMMARY
In the 2014 regular season finale against the Green Bay Packers
the Lions fell 20-30. Green Bay jumped out to an early lead when
S Micah Hyde returned a punt for a 55-yard score. The Packers
would increase their lead when QB Aaron Rodgers found WR
Randall Cobb on a four-yard pass. With less than a minute to
play in the first half QB Matthew Stafford and WR Calvin Johnson
hooked up for a 20-yard score to bring the Lions within seven.
Stafford and Johnson picked up where they left off in the third
quarter when Stafford found Johnson on a four-yard pass to tie
the game up at 14. With less than four minutes to play in the third
Rodgers connected with Cobb once more, this time to put Green
Bay up seven. With less than nine minutes to play in the fourth the
Packers increased their lead to 14 when Rodgers found the end
zone from a yard out. Green Bay also caught a break when Detroit
committed a penalty in the end zone, resulting in a safety and
giving them a 30-14 lead. With less than two minutes remaining
in the game Stafford and RB Theo Riddick hooked up for a six-yard
score bringing them within 10. The Lions would not convert the
two point conversion as Green Bay went on to seal the win, 30-20.
NFC WILD CARD GAME: LIONS 20, COWBOYS 24
AT&T STADIUM, JANUARY 4, 2015
ATTENDANCE: 91,410
DETROIT LIONS
DALLAS COWBOYS
1Q2Q3Q4QOT Final
14 3 3 0 -
20
0 7 7 10 -
24
FIRST QUARTER
LIONS
LIONS
Bush 18 yd. run (Prater kick)
SECOND QUARTER
COWBOYS Williams 76 yd. pass from Romo (Bailey kick)
LIONS
THIRD QUARTER
LIONS
COWBOYS Murray 1 yd. run (Bailey kick)
FOURTH QUARTER
COWBOYS Bailey 51 yd. Field Goal
COWBOYS Williams 8 yd. pass from Romo (Bailey kick)
LIONSCOWBOYS
First Downs
19
18
Total Net Yards
397
315
Net Yards Rushing
90
73
Net Yards Passing
307
242
(Att/Comp/Int)
42-28-1
31-19-0
Punts-Average
4-35.54-48.0
Fumbles-Lost
4-23-1
Sacked-Yards
3-166-51
Penalties-Yards
8-446-46
Time of Possession
29:33
30:27
RUSHING
COWBOYS: Murray 19-75 1 TD; Romo 2- -2
LIONS: Bell 12-43; Bush 8-37 1 TD; Stafford 1-9; Collins 1-1
PASSING
COWBOYS: Romo 31-19, 293 2 TD
RECEIVING
COWBOYS: Witten 5-63; Beasley 4-63; Williams 3-92 2 TD; Bryant
3-48; Murray 3-22; Harris 1-5
LIONS: Tate 6-89 1 TD; Johnson 5-85; Bell 4-42; Riddick 4-39; Ebron
3-21; Bush 3-10; Fuller 2-26; Pettigrew 1-11
SUMMARY
In the NFC Wild Card game against the Dallas Cowboys the Detroit
Lions came up short, 24-20. Detroit got out to a quick start when
QB Matthew Stafford and WR Golden Tate hooked up for a 51-yard
score, putting the Lions up seven. With less than two minutes to
play in the first quarter the Lions scored again, this time from RB
Reggie Bush on an 18-yard dazzling run to put Detroit up 14-0.
Dallas responded just before the half. With less than two minutes
to play in the second quarter when Cowboys QB Tony Romo found
WR Terrance Williams for a 76-yard score to bring the Cowboys
within a score. After driving the ball down the field Detroit was
able to add another score when K Matt Prater knocked in a
39-yard field goal to give the Lions a 17-7 leading heading into
the break. Detroit came out in the second half and added another
score early on when Prater tacked on another field goal, this time
from 37 yards to put the Lions up 20-7. Dallas wouldn’t go away,
however. With less than three minutes to play in the third quarter
RB DeMarco Murray scored from a yard out, bringing the Cowboys
within six points. Early in the fourth quarter Cowboys K Dan Bailey
would bring Dallas within three when he converted a 51-yard field
goal. With less than three minutes remaining in the fourth quarter
Romo and Williams hooked up once more, this time for eight yards
for the game-winning score.
DETROIT LIONS
LIONS AND
HONORS
EXECUTIVES
COACHING
LIONS
HONORS
PRO FOOTBALL HALL
OF FAME
1963
1966
1967
1968
1970
1972
1973
1974
1979
1985
1986
1987
1992
1996
2004
2007
2010
2013
Earl “Dutch” Clark
Bill Dudley
Bobby Layne
Alex Wojciechowicz
Jack Christiansen
Hugh McElhenny
Ollie Matson
Joe Schmidt
Dick “Night Train” Lane
Yale Lary
Frank Gatski
Doak Walker
John Henry Johnson
Lem Barney
Lou Creekmur
Barry Sanders
Charlie Sanders
Dick LeBeau
Curley Culp
QB 1934-38
HB 1947-49
QB 1950-58
C/LB 1938-46
DB 1951-58
HB 1964
FB 1963
LB 1953-65
DB 1960-65
DB/P1952-53,56-64
C 1957
HB 1950-55
FB 1957-59
CB 1967-77
T 1950-59
RB 1989-98
TE 1968-77
CB 1959-72
DT 1981
2010
Ndamukong Suh
Ndamukong Suh
Ndamukong Suh
Ndamukong Suh
Ndamukong Suh
Associated Press#
Pepsi Rookie of the Year
Sporting News
PFW/PFWA
Sports Illustrated#
# Defensive; * Offensive Rookie of the Year
COMEBACK PLAYER OF THE YEAR
2011 Matthew Stafford Associated Press (NFL)
Matthew Stafford ESPY (Best Comeback Athlete)
NFL COACH OF THE YEAR
1991 Wayne Fontes Associated Press
Wayne Fontes Maxwell Club
Wayne Fontes Paul Brown Award
TD Club of Columbus
Wayne Fontes Starter
Wayne Fontes United Press International
Wayne Fontes Football News
Wayne Fontes Pro Football Wkly
Wayne Fontes PFWA
NFC MVP/PLAYER OF THE YEAR
1994 Barry Sanders
NFLPA
1997 Barry Sanders Football News
NFC PLAYER OF THE MONTH
1989 Barry Sanders
Offensive
Dec.
1991 Barry Sanders
Offensive
Sept.
NFL HONORS
Ray Crockett
Defensive
Nov.
1993 Jason Hanson
Special Teams Oct.
NFL MVP/PLAYER OF THE YEAR
Jason Hanson
Special Teams Dec.
1944 Frank Sinkwich Joe F. Carr Award
1994 Barry Sanders
Offensive
Oct.
1960 Joe Schmidt
Associated Press
1997 Barry Sanders
Offensive
Oct,Nov,Dec.
1991 Barry Sanders NFLPA
1998 Terry Fair
Special Teams Sept.
Barry Sanders Football Digest
Stephen Boyd
Defensive
Nov.
Barry Sanders Maxwell Award
1999 Jason Hanson
Special Teams Oct.
1994 Barry Sanders Associated Press*
2000 Desmond Howard Special Teams Sept.
Barry Sanders NFL Films
2003 Jason Hanson
Special Teams Nov.
2004 Eddie Drummond Special Teams Sept.
Barry Sanders “ESPY” Award
2004 Eddie Drummond Special Teams Nov.
1997 Barry Sanders Associated Press#
2010 Stefan Logan
Special Teams Oct.
Barry Sanders Miller Lite
2011 Jason Hanson
Special Teams Sept.
Barry Sanders Maxwell Award
2012 Calvin Johnson
Offensive
Nov.
Barry Sanders Sporting News
2013 Calvin Johnson
Offensive
Oct.
Barry Sanders Pro Football Wkly
2014 DeAndre Levy
Defensive
Sept.
NFC PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Barry Sanders Sports Illustrated
1984 Michael Cofer
Defensive
Wk 8
Barry Sanders College & Pro Football Wkly*
Gary Danielson
Offensive
Wk 13
Barry Sanders “ESPY” Award
1985 Demetrious Johnson Defensive
Wk 4
Barry Sanders Touchdown Club of Columbus
Eric Hipple
Offensive
Wk 8
*Offensive Player of the Year
1986 James Jones
Offensive
Wk 1
#Co-MVP & Offensive Player of the Year
1989 Rodney Peete
Offensive
Wk 6
NFL ROOKIE OF THE YEAR
Richard Johnson
Offensive
Wk 13
1967 Mel Farr
Sporting News
1990 Chris Spielman
Defensive
Wk 2
1967 Lem Barney#
Barry Sanders
Offensive
Wk 14
1968 Earl McCullough Sporting News
Rodney Peete
Offensive
Wk 15
1978 Al Baker
Associated Press#
1991 Ray Crockett
Defensive
Wk 9
Al Baker
Pro Football Wkly#
Barry Sanders
Offensive
Wk 13
Al Baker
Football Digest#
Erik Kramer
Offensive
Divisional
1980 Billy Sims
Pro Football Writers Association 1993 Jason Hanson
Special Teams Wk 1
Billy Sims
Associated Press*
Vernon Turner
Special Teams Wk 9
Billy Sims
Bert Bell Trophy - N.E.A.
Barry Sanders
Offensive
Wk 10
Billy Sims
Sporting News
Ray Crockett
Defensive
Wk 18
Billy Sims
Pro Football Weekly*
Jim Arnold
Special Teams Wk 18
Billy Sims
Football Digest*
1994 Barry Sanders
Offensive
Wk 3
1989 Barry Sanders Pro Football Weekly*
Chris Spielman
Defensive
Wk 8
Barry Sanders Associated Press*
Barry Sanders
Offensive
Wk 10
Barry Sanders Sports Illustrated “Z” Team
Mel Gray
Special Teams Wk 16
Barry Sanders Sporting News
Barry Sanders
Offensive
Wk 16
Barry Sanders NFL Films
1995 Jason Hanson
Special Teams Wk 4
Barry Sanders College & Pro Football*
Barry Sanders
Offensive
Wk 6
Barry Sanders PFWA
Scott Mitchell
Offensive
Wk 9
Barry Sanders Football Digest*
DETROIT LIONS
LIONS HONORS
Brett Perriman
Offensive
Herman Moore
Offensive
Willie Clay
Defensive
1996 Scott Mitchell
Offensive
1997 Stephen Boyd
Defensive
Barry Sanders
Offenisve
Jason Hanson
Special Teams
Barry Sanders
Offensive
Herman Moore
Offensive
Barry Sanders
Offensive
Jason Hanson
Special Teams
Barry Sanders
Offensive 1998 Terry Fair
Special Teams
Mark Carrier
Defensive
Charlie Batch
Offensive
1999 Robert Porcher
Defense
Terry Fair
Special Teams
Jason Hanson
Special Teams
Germane Crowell Offense
2000 Jason Hanson
Special Teams
Kurt Schulz
Defense
Bryant Westbrook Defense
2002 Jason Hanson
Special Teams
2003 Joey Harrington
Offense
Jason Hanson
Special Teams
2004 Bracy Walker
Special Teams
James Hall
Defense
Shaun Rogers
Defesne
Eddie Drummond Special Teams
2005 R.W. McQuarters
Special Teams
2006 James Hall
Defensive
Jason Hanson
Special Teams
2007 Dewayne White
Defensive
Jason Hanson
Special Teams
Shaun Rogers
Defensive
2009 Matthew Stafford Offensive
2010 Calvin Johnson
Offensive
Stefan Logan
Special Teams
2011 Jason Hanson
Special Teams
Cliff Avril
Defensive
Kevin Smith
Offensive
Calvin Johnson
Offensive
2012 Jason Hanson
Special Teams
2013 Sam Martin
Special Teams
Calvin Johnson
Offensive
2014 DeAndre Levy
Defensive
Ezekiel Ansah
Defensive
Glover Quin
Defensive NFL ROOKIE OF THE MONTH
1998 Charlie Batch
Offensive
2004 Roy Williams
Offensive
Kevin Jones
Offensive
2009 Louis Delmas
Defensive
2010 Jahvid Best
Offensive
Ndamukong Suh
Defensive
NFL PEPSI ROOKIE OF THE WEEK
2003 Boss Bailey LB
2004 Roy Williams
WR
2010 Jahvid Best
RB
Ndamukong Suh
DT
DETROIT LIONS
Wk 13
Wk 14
Wk 17
Wk 6
Wk 1
Wk 3
Wk 5
Wk 7
Wk 12
Wk 13
Wk 13
Wk 17
Wk 4
Wk 7
Wk 11
Wk 1
Wk 2
Wk 6
Wk 9
Wk 2
Wk 4
Wk 8
Wk 9
Wk 1
Wk 10
Wk 1
Wk 5
Wk 7
Wk 10
Wk 5
Wk 6
Wk 17
Wk 1
Wk 8
Wk 9
Wk 11
Wk 8
Wk 5
Wk 2
Wk 8
Wk11
Wk 15
Wk 6
Wk 3
Wk 8
Wk 1
Wk 6
Wk 15
Oct
Sept
Dec
Sept
Sept
Oct
Wk 16
Wk 2
Wk 2
Wk 8
LIONS HONORS
LIONS MOST VALUABLE PLAYER
(Selected annually by Lions players. Only one player was
selected from 1952-1966)
1952 Jim Doran
E
1953 Dick Stanfel
G
1954 Bobby Layne
QB
1955 Joe Schmidt
LB
1956 Bobby Layne
QB
1957 Joe Schmidt
LB
1958 Joe Schmidt
LB
1959 Jim Martin
LB
1960 Nick Pietrosante RB
1961 Joe Schmidt
LB
1962 Gail Cogdill
E
1963 Earl Morrall
QB
1964 Jim Gibbons
E
1965 Bruce Maher
S
1966 Pat Studstill
FL
BOBBY LAYNE OFFENSIVE MVP
Bobby Layne Award is presented (since 1967) to the Offensive
MVP. QB Bobby Layne sparked the Lions to three NFL Championships (1952, ‘53 and ‘54) and four Western Division titles
during the 1950s. He established virtually every career passing record, including attempts (2,193), completions (1,074),
yardage (15,710), and touchdown passes (118). Layne was
inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1967.
1967 Mel Farr
RB
1968 Mel Farr
RB
1969 Charlie Sanders TE
1970 Charlie Sanders TE
1971 Steve Owens
RB
1972 Rockne Freitas T
1973 Altie Taylor
RB
1974 Bill Munson
QB
1975 Dexter Bussey RB
1976 Ray Jarvis
WR
1977 Jon Morris
C
1978 Gary Danielson QB
1979 Fred Scott
WR
1980 Billy Sims
RB
1981 Eric Hipple
QB
1982 Billy Sims
RB
1983 Billy Sims
RB
1984 James Jones
RB
1985 James Jones
RB
1986 Keith Dorney
G
James Jones
RB
1987 Pete Mandley
WR
1988 Rusty Hilger
QB
1989 Barry Sanders RB
1995 Herman Moore WR
1999 Germane Crowell WR
2000 James Stewart RB
2001 Johnnie Morton WR
2002 James Stewart RB
2003 Cory Schlesinger FB
2004 Kevin Jones
RB
2005 Roy Williams
WR
2006 Roy Willams
WR
Mike Furrey
WR
2007 Dominic Raiola C
LIONS HONORS
2008 Calvin Johnson WR
2014 Golden Tate
WR
LEM BARNEY DEFENSIVE MVP
Lem Barney Award is presented (since 1967) to the Defensive
MVP. Lem Barney was one of the premier defensive backs in
the history of football. As a rookie, Barney intercepted 10
passes, including three for touchdowns, and was named NFL
Defensive Rookie of the Year. He played in seven Pro Bowls,
earning All-Pro honors three times. Barney totaled 56 career
interceptions. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of
Fame in 1992.
1967 Lem Barney
CB
1968 Wayne Walker LB
1969 Mike Lucci
LB
1970 Mike Lucci
LB
1971 Mike Lucci
LB
1972 Larry Hand
E
1973 Herb Orvis
T
1974 Levi Johnson
CB
1975 Paul Naumoff
LB
1976 Charlie Weaver LB
1977 Charlie Weaver LB
1978 Al Baker
E
1979 Doug English
T
1980 Dave Pureifory E
1981 Stan White
LB
1982 Al Baker
E
1983 William Gay
E
1984 Ken Fantetti
LB
1985 Jimmy Williams LB
1986 Keith Ferguson E
1988 Michael Cofer
LB
1989 Jerry Ball
NT
1990 Michael Cofer
LB
1991 George Jamison LB
1992 Bennie Blades S
1993 Chris Spielman LB
1994 Chris Spielman LB
1995 Henry Thomas DT
1997 Robert Porcher DE
1998 Stephen Boyd
LB
2000 Stephen Boyd
LB
2002 Chris Claiborne LB
2003 Dré Bly
CB
2004 Shaun Rogers
DT
2005 Shaun Rogers
DT
2006 Cory Redding
DT
2007 Ernie Sims
LB
2008 Kalvin Pearson S
2009 Louis Delmas
S
2010 Ndamukong Suh DT
2011 Cliff Avril
DE
2012 Chris Houston
CB
2013 DeAndre Levy
LB
2014 D. Levy/N.Suh
LB/DT
YALE LARY SPECIAL TEAMS MVP
Yale Lary Award is presented to the Special Teams MVP. Yale
Lary was an All-Pro defensive back and one of the NFL’s
greatest punters. Along with his 50 interceptions, he became
an even more valuable weapon on Detroit’s special teams.
Lary won NFL punting titles in 1959, 1961 and 1963, missing
in 1962 by just 3.6 inches. Lary played in nine Pro Bowls and
was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1979.
DETROIT LIONS
1981 Ken Callicutt
RB
1982 Ken Callicutt
RB
1983 Roosevelt Barnes LB
1984 Roosevelt Barnes LB
1985 Alvin Hall
DB
1986 Paul Butcher
LB
1987 Paul Butcher
LB
1989 Toby Caston
LB
1990 Niko Noga
LB
1991 Mel Gray
KR
1992 Mel Gray
KR
Melvin Jenkins CB
1993 Jason Hanson PK
1994 Mel Gray
KR
1995 Ron Rivers
RB
1996 Glyn Milburn
KR
1998 Ron Rivers
RB
1999 Jason Hanson K
2000 Desmond Howard KR
2001 Desmond Howard KR
2002 Jeff Gooch
LB
2003 Jason Hanson K
2004 Eddie Drummond KR
2005 Vernon Fox
S
Nick Harris
P
Wali Rainer
LB
2006 Jason Hanson K
2007 Alex Lewis
LB
2008 Jason Hanson K
2009 Zack Follett
LB
2010 Stefan Logan
WR
2011 John Wendling S
2012 Kassim Osgood WR
2013 Tahir Whitehead LB
2014 Sam Martin
P
MEL FARR ROOKIE OF THE YEAR
Mel Farr Award is presented to the team’s outstanding rookie
performer. Mel Farr enjoyed one of the finest rookie campaigns
in Lions’ history. In 1967, Farr led Detroit in both rushing (860
yards on 206 carries) and receiving (39 catches for 317 yards)
and tied for the club lead in scoring with six touchdowns. As
a result, he was named the Lions’ Offensive MVP and was
honored as the NFL Rookie of the Year by the Sporting News.
1997 Bryant Westbrook CB
1998 Charlie Batch
QB
1999 Chris Claiborne LB
2000 Larry Foster
WR
2001 Shaun Rogers
DT
2002 Eddie Drummond WR/KR
2003 Boss Bailey
LB
2004 Kevin Jones
RB
2005 Shaun Cody
DT
2006 Ernie Sims
LB
2007 Gerald Alexander S
2008 Kevin Smith
RB
2009 Louis Delmas
S
2011 Titus Young
WR
2012 Riley Reiff
T
2013 Ezekiel Ansah
DE
2014 Travis Swanson C
ERIC ANDOLSEK OFFENSIVE LINEMAN AWARD
Eric Andolsek Award is presented to the team’s outstanding
offensive lineman. Eric Andolsek was emerging as one of the
top young guards in the NFL when he was killed tragically in
an off-season accident in 1992. He started every game from
1989-91, making his 50th consecutive start in his final contest,
the 1991 NFC Championship Game. He was named to the USA
Today’s All-Pro Team that year, his first such honor as a Lion.
LIONS HONORS
1997 Kevin Glover
C
1998 Jeff Hartings
G
1999 Ray Roberts
T
2000 Jeff Hartings
G
2001 Brendan Stai
G
2002 Ray Brown
G
2003 Jeff Backus
T
2004 Damien Woody G
2005 Damien Woody G
2010 Jeff Backus
T
Dominic Raiola C
2012 Rob Sims
G
2014 Riley Reiff
T
JOE SCHMIDT LEADERSHIP AWARD
Joe Schmidt Award is presented to the player who has
displayed outstanding leadership, drive and achievement on
the field and in the locker room. Schmidt was named All-Pro
in eight of his 13 seasons (1953-65), earning 10 consecutive
trips to the Pro Bowl. He served as captain of the Lions for
nine seasons. Schmidt was inducted into the Pro Football
Hall of Fame in 1973.
1997 Kevin Glover
C
1998 Mark Carrier
S
1999 Mark Carrier
S
2000 Stephen Boyd
LB
2001 Luther Elliss
DT
2002 Corey Harris
S
2003 Ray Brown
G
Robert Porcher DE
2004 Donté Curry
LB
2005 Marcus Pollard TE
2006 Jon Kitna
QB
2007 Cory Redding
DT
2008 Jared DeVries
DE
2009 Larry Foote
LB
2010 Kyle Vanden BoschDE
2014 James Ihedigbo S
MIKE UTLEY SPIRIT AWARD
Mike Utley Award is presented to the player who exhibited
tremendous spirit, desire, dedication and work ethic. Utley
suffered a career-ending neck injury which left him paralyzed
on Nov. 17, 1991; Minutes after the injury, Utley flashed his
teammates a “thumbs up” sign as he was wheeled from the
field, a gesture that galvanized a team that went on to win
its next seven contests and advanced to the NFC Championship game.
1997 Luther Elliss
DT
1998 Luther Elliss
DT
1999 Luther Elliss
DT
2000 Luther Elliss
DT
2001 Luther Elliss
DT
2004 Donté Curry
LB
2005 Wali Rainer
LB
2006 Donté Curry
LB
2007 Cory Redding
DT
Jared DeVries
DE
2008 Kalvin Pearson S
2009 Louis Delmas
S
2010 Nate Burleson WR
DETROIT LIONS
2014 D. Tapp/J. IhedigboDE/S
CHUCK HUGHES MOST IMPROVED PLAYER
Chuck Hughes Award is presented to the player who, because
of hard work and determination, showed significant development and improvement during the past year. Chuck Hughes, a
Lions reserve wide receiver, played two seasons with the Lions
(1970-71); Hughes is the only NFL player to have died during
action on a football field, having suffered a fatal heart attack
during Detroit’s game against Chicago on October 24, 1971.
1997 Johnnie Morton WR
1998 Richard Jordan LB
1999 Germane Crowell WR
2000 Bryant Westbrook WR
2003 Shaun Rogers
DT
2004 James Hall
DE
2005 Scottie Vines
WR
2006 Stanley Wilson CB
2007 Stephen Peterman G
Keith Smith
CB
2008 Daniel Bullocks S
Dan Orlovsky
QB
Ramzee Robinson CB
2009 DeAndre Levy
LB
2010 Drew Stanton
QB
2011 Matthew Stafford QB
2012 Nick Fairley
DT
2013 Joique Bell
RB
2014 Darius Slay
CB
ED BLOCK COURAGE AWARD
1984 Ken Fantetti
LB
1985 Keith Dorney
T
1986 Steve Mott
C
1987 Duane Galloway DB
1988 Carl Bland
WR
1990 Bruce McNorton CB
1991 Mike Utley
G
1992 Ken Dallafior
G
1993 Kevin Glover
C
1994 Victor Jones
LB
1995 Aubrey Matthews WR
1997 Ray Roberts
T
1999 Dan Owens
DT
2000 James Jones
DT
2001 Charlie Batch
QB
2004 Jared DeVries
DE
2005 Boss Bailey
LB
2006 Ricky Sandoval Dir. of Security
2007 Kevin Jones
RB
2008 Daniel Bullocks S
2009 Jeff Backus
T
2010 Jason Hanson K
2011 Shaun Hill
QB
2012 Jahvid Best
RB
ROBERT PORCHER MAN OF THE YEAR
(renamed in honor of Robert Porcher in 2003)
2000 Ron Rice
S
2001 Luther Elliss
DT
2004 Fernando Bryant CB
2005 Joey Harrington QB
LIONS HONORS
2006 Barry Stokes
G
1979 Leroy “Ace” Gutowsky RB
1934-38
2007 Mike Furrey
WR
Earl Morrall
QB
1958-64
2008 Mike Furrey
WR
1980 Alex Karras
DT
1958-62, 64-70
2009 Drew Stanton
QB
George Wilson
Coach
1949-64
2010 Drew Stanton
QB
1983 Andy Farkas
B
1945
2011 Drew Stanton
QB
1985 Lem Barney
CB
1967-77
2012 Stephen Tulloch LB
Robert HoernschemeyerB
1950-55
Business Mgr., GM1948-57
1985 Nick Kerbawy
2014 Stephen Tullcoh LB
1986 Jack Christiansen
B
1951-58
TEAM CAPTAINS
Robert Westfall
B
1944-47
In 2007, the NFL launched a formalized initiative for teams to1988 Dick “Night Train” LaneDB
1960-65
select season-long captains, up to six per team, with each player
Lary
DB/P
1952-53,56-64
wearing the letter “C” on the upper right chest of their home and1990 Yale
Charlie Sanders
TE
1968-77
away jersey. The Lions have selected numerous captains over
Billy Sims
RB
1980-84
the years, both on a season and game basis. Below are captains
E
1949-50, 52-54
selected by the team beginning with the 2007 NFL initiative. 1991 Cloyce Box
1995 Terry Barr
B
1957-65
2007 Jason Hanson K
Special Teams
1997 Jimmy David
B
1952-59
Jon Kitna
QB
Offense
Leon Hart
E
1950-57
Cory Redding
DT
Defense
2000 Anthony Carter
WR
1994-95
Ernie Sims
LB
Defense
2001 Wayne Walker
LB
1958-72
Dominic Raiola C
Offense
2002 Lou Creekmur
T
1950-59
2008 Jason Hanson K
Special Teams
Barry Sanders
RB
1989-98
Jon Kitna
QB
Offense
Cory Redding
DT
Defense
2003 Mike Lucci
LB
1965-73
Ernie Sims
LB
Defense
Chris Spielman
LB
1988-95
Dominic Raiola C
Offense
2005 William Clay Ford
Owner 1956-2014
Offense
2010 Herman Moore
WR
1991-01
Larry Foote
LB
Defense
Eddie Murray
K
1980-91
Jason Hanson K
Special Teams
2011 Dick LeBeau
CB
1959-72
Offense
2014 Doug English
DT/NT 1975-79, 81-85
Dominic Raiola C
Offense
LIONS HEISMAN TROPHY WINNERS
Kyle Vanden BoschDE
Defense
1942 Frank Sinkwich Georgia
Jason Hanson K
Special Teams
1948 Doak Walker
Southern Methodist
Offense
1949 Leon Hart
Notre Dame
Dominic Raiola C
Offense
1955 Howard Cassady Ohio State
Kyle Vanden BoschDE
Defense
1969 Steve Owens Oklahoma
Jason Hanson K
Special Teams
1978 Billy Sims Oklahoma
Offense
1988 Barry Sanders Oklahoma State
Matthew Stafford QB
Offense
1989 Andre Ware Houston
Kyle Vanden BoschDE
Defense
1990 Ty Detmer BYU
Stephen Tulloch LB
Defense
1991 Desmond Howard Michigan
Jason Hanson K
Special Teams
1992*Gino Torretta Miami
John Wendling S
Special Teams
*Did not play as 3rd QB in 1995
Offense
DSBA ROOKIE OF THE YEAR
Matthew Stafford QB
Offense
2002 Joey Harrington QB
Ndamukong Suh DT
Defense
2003 Boss Bailey
LB
Stephen Tulloch LB
Defense
2004 Kevin Jones
RB
David Akers
K
Special Teams
2005 Shaun Cody
DT
John Wendling S
Special Teams
LB
2014 Team captains for the 2014 season were selected by 2006 Ernie Sims
Head Coach Jim Caldwell on a game-by-game basis. 2007 Gerald Alexander S
2008 Kevin Smith
RB
MISC. HONORS
2009 Louis Delmas
S
MICHIGAN SPORTS HALL OF FAME
2011 Titus Young
WR
1958 Gus Dorias
Coach
1943-47
2012 Ryan Broyles
WR
1959 Earl “Dutch” Clark
B
1934-38
2013 Larry Warford
G
Coach1937-38
2014 Travis Swanson C
1962 Byron “Whizzer” WhiteB
1940-41
MEDIA GOOD GUY AWARD
1966 Bobby Layne
QB
1950-58
2002 Jason Hanson K
1967 Doak Walker
B
1950-55
2003 Dré Bly
CB
1970 Joe Schimdt
LB
1953-65
2004 Eddie Drummond KR
Coach1966-72
1971 Les Bingaman
G
1948-54
2006 Mike Furrey
WR
2007 Roy Williams
WR
Coach1960-64
2008 Corey Smith
DE
Ron Kramer
E
1965-67
1973 John Pingel
B
1939
1975 Vince Banonis
C
1951-53
1976 Buddy Parker
B
1935-36
Coach1950-56
2013 Rob Sims
G
George A. Richards Owner 1934-39
2014 Glover Quin
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DETROIT LIONS
LIONS HONORS
ALL-TIME TEAM
The Lions All-Time Team was compiled by an online fan voting process on Detroitlions.com and a selection committee
that consisted of five media members of the media and four
long-time employees of the Detroit Lions. The media portion
included: Mike O’Hara (Detroit News), Tom Kowalski (Booth
News), Curt Sylvester (retired, Detroit Free Press), Jerry Green
(retired Detroit News) and Jim Brandstatter (broadcaster).
Lions employees were Asst. Dir. of Pro Personnel Charlie
Sanders, Sr. Dir. of Community Affairs Tim Pendell, former
equipment mgr. Danny Jaroshewich and retired athletic
trainer Kent Falb.
Name
Pos SeasonsYears
Arnold, Jim
P
8
1986-93
Baker, Al
DL 5
1978-82
Barney, Lem
CB 11
1967-77
Blades, Bennie
S
9
1988-96
Brown, Lomas
OL 11
1985-95
Brown, Roger
DL 7
1960-66
Christiansen, Jack* S
8
1951-58
Clark, Dutch*
QB 5
1934-38
Cogdill, Gail
WR 9
1960-68
Creekmur, Lou*
OL 10
1950-59
David, Jim*
CB 8
1952-59
Doll, Don*
S
4
1949-52
English, Doug
DL 10
1975-79, 81-85
Flanagan, Ed
OL 10
1965-74
Glover, Kevin
OL 13
1985-97
Gordy, John*
OL 10
1957, 59-67
Gray, Mel
KR 6
1989-94
Hanson, Jason
K
21
1992-2012
Karras, Alex*
DL 12
1958-62, 64-70
Lane, Dick*
CB 6
1960-65
Lary, Yale
S
11
1952-53, 56-64
Layne, Bobby*
QB 9
1950-58
LeBeau, Dick
CB 14
1959-72
Moore, Herman
WR 11
1991-2001
Murray, Eddie
K
12
1980-91
Porcher, Robert
DL 13
1992-2004
Sanders, Barry
RB 10
1989-98
Sanders, Charlie
TE 10
1968-77
Schlesinger, Cory FB 12
1995-2006
Schmidt, Joe
LB 13
1953-65
Sewell, Harley*
OL 10
1953-62
Sims, Billy
RB 5
1980-84
Spielman, Chris
LB 8
1988-95
Walker, Doak*
RB 6
1950-55
Walker, Wayne
LB 15
1958-72
Wojciechowicz, Alex*OL 9
1938-46
* Deceased
PRIDE OF THE LIONS
On November 22, 2009, the Lions unveiled the team’s Pride
of the Lions, a permanent stadium display honoring greatest
players in team history during a halftime celebration at Ford
Field against the Cleveland Browns. The team introduced the
12 members of the Pride of the Lions charter class. The Pride
of the Lions is a very visible feature on the old Hudson’s warehouse of Ford Field (south suite levels) that includes the players’ jersey numbers, name and years played with the Lions.
Year Name
Pos
SeasonsYears
2009 Barney, Lem
CB
11
1967-77
2009 Christiansen, Jack*S
8
1951-58
2009 Clark, Dutch*
QB
5
1934-38
2009 Creekmur, Lou OL
10
1950-59
2009 Lane, Dick*
CB
6
1960-65
DETROIT LIONS
2009 Lary, Yale
S
11
1952-53, 1956-64
2009 Layne, Bobby* QB
9
1950-58
2009 Sanders, Barry RB
10
1989-98
2009 Sanders, Charlie TE
10
1968-77
2009 Schmidt, Joe
LB
13
1953-65
2009 Walker, Doak*
RB
6
1950-55
2009 Wojciechowicz, Alex*OL
9
1938-46
2010 LeBeau, Dick
CB
14
1959-72
2013 Jason Hanson K
21
1992-2012
* Deceased
LIONS IN PRO BOWL
(Listed by year of Pro Bowl)
1951 (5)
E
Cloyce Box
T
Lou Creekmur
DB
Don Doll
T
Thurman McGraw
RB
Doak Walker
1952 (6)
G
Les Bingaman
E
Cloyce Box
T
Lou Creekmur
DB
Don Doll
RBBob Hoernschemeyer
RB
Doak Walker
1953 (6)
T
Lou Creekmur
DB
Don Doll
RB
Pat Harder
RBBob Hoernschemeyer
QB
Bobby Layne
DB
Bob Smith
1954 (7)
G
Les Bingaman
DB
Jack Christiansen
T
Lou Creekmur
DB
Yale Lary
QB
Bobby Layne
G
Dick Stanfel
RB
Doak Walker
1955 (7)
DB
Jack Christiansen
T
Lou Creekmur
DB
Jim David
LB
Joe Schmidt
DB
Bill Stits
C
LaVern Torgeson
RB
Doak Walker
1956 (5)
DB
Jack Christiansen
T
Lou Creekmur
DB
Jim David
LB
Joe Schmidt
RB
Doak Walker
1957 (7)
T
Charley Ane
DB
Jack Christiansen
T
Lou Creekmur
DB
Jim David
DB
Yale Lary
QB
Bobby Layne
LB
Joe Schmidt
LIONS HONORS
1958 (7)
DB
T
DB
DB
T
LB
G
1959 (5)
T
DB
DB
LB
G
1960 (5)
DB
DT
DB
LB
G
1961 (7)
E
TE
DT
DB
DB
RB
LB
1962 (7)
E
DT
DB
DB
G/K
RB
LB
1963 (6)
DT
E
DB
DB
LB
G
1964 (6)
E
DT
E
G
LB
LB
1965 (7)
E
DT
TE
G
DB
DB
LB
1966 (6)
DT
G
DT
DB
E
LB
1967 (3)
DT
DB
E
Jack Christiansen
Lou Creekmur
Jim David
Yale Lary
Darris McCord
Joe Schmidt
Harley Sewell
Charley Ane
Jim David
Yale Lary
Joe Schmidt
Harley Sewell
Jim David
Alex Karras
Yale Lary
Joe Schmidt
Harley Sewell
Gail Cogdill
Jim Gibbons
Alex Karras
Dick Lane
Yale Lary
Nick Pietrosante
Joe Schmidt
Jim Gibbons
Alex Karras
Dick Lane
Yale Lary
Jim Martin
Nick Pietrosante
Joe Schmidt
Roger Brown
Gail Cogdill
Dick Lane
Yale Lary
Joe Schmidt
Harley Sewell
Terry Barr
Roger Brown
Gail Cogdill
John Gordy
Joe Schmidt
Wayne Walker
Terry Barr
Roger Brown
Jim Gibbons
John Gordy
Yale Lary
Dick LeBeau
Wayne Walker
Roger Brown
John Gordy
Alex Karras
Dick LeBeau
Pat Studstill
Wayne Walker
Roger Brown
Dick LeBeau
Pat Studstill
DETROIT LIONS
1968 (2)
DB
RB 1969 (2)
DB
TE
1970 (3)
DB
C
TE
1971 (4)
RB
C
LB
TE
1972 (5)
C
QB
LB
RB
TE
1973 (2)
DB
T
1974 (2)
DB
C
1975 (2)
DB
TE
1976 (2)
DB
TE
1977 (2)
DB
TE
1978 (2)
TE
DT
1979 (3)
DE
DT
TE
1980 (1)
TE
1981 (2)
E
K
RB
1982 (3)
DT
RB
P
1983 (3)
T
T
RB
1984 (1)
T
1988 (1)
P
1989 (2)
P
LB
1990 (4)
NT
K
RB
LB
Lem Barney
Mel Farr
Lem Barney
Charlie Sanders
Lem Barney
Ed Flanagan
Charlie Sanders
Mel Farr
Ed Flanagan
Paul Naumoff
Charlie Sanders
Ed Flanagan
Greg Landry
Mike Lucci
Steve Owens
Charlie Sanders
Lem Barney
Rocky Freitas
Lem Barney
Ed Flanagan
Dick Jauron
Charlie Sanders
Lem Barney
Charlie Sanders
Lem Barney
Charlie Sanders
David Hill
Doug English
Al Baker
Doug English
David Hill
David Hill
Al Baker
Ed Murray
Billy Sims
Doug English
Billy Sims
Tom Skladany
Keith Dorney
Doug English
Billy Sims
Doug English
Jim Arnold
Jim Arnold
Michael Cofer
Jerry Ball
Ed Murray
Barry Sanders
Chris Speilman
LIONS HONORS
1991 (5)
NT
T
KR
RB
LB
1992 (6)
NT
S
T
KR
RB
LB
1993 (3)
T
KR
RB
1994 (3)
T
RB
LB
1995 (5)
T
KR
WR
RB
LB
1996 (4)
T
C
WR
RB
1997 (3)
C
WR
RB
1998 (5)
C
K
WR
DE
RB
1999 (1)
RB
2000 (5)
LB
DT
K
DE
TE
2001 (3)
LB
DT
KR
2002 (1)
DE
2004 (1)
CB
2005 (3)
CB
KR
DT
2006 (1)
DT
2007 (1)
WR
Jerry Ball
Lomas Brown
Mel Gray
Barry Sanders
Chris Spielman
Jerry Ball
Bennie Blades
Lomas Brown
Mel Gray
Barry Sanders
Chris Spielman
Lomas Brown
Mel Gray
Barry Sanders
Lomas Brown
Barry Sanders
Pat Swilling
Lomas Brown
Mel Gray
Herman Moore
Barry Sanders
Chris Spielman
Lomas Brown
Kevin Glover
Herman Moore
Barry Sanders
Kevin Glover
Herman Moore
Barry Sanders
Kevin Glover
Jason Hanson
Herman Moore
Robert Porcher
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Stephen Boyd
Luther Elliss
Jason Hanson
Robert Porcher
David Sloan
Stephen Boyd
Luther Elliss
Desmond Howard
Robert Porcher
Dré Bly
Dré Bly
Eddie Drummond
Shaun Rogers
Shaun Rogers
Roy Williams
DETROIT LIONS
2011 (2)
WR
Calvin Johnson
DT
Ndamukong Suh
2012 (1)
WR
Calvin Johnson
2013 (3)
WR
Calvin Johnson
LS
Don Muhlbach
DT
Ndamukong Suh
2014 (2)
WR
Calvin Johnson
DT
Ndamukong Suh
2015 (5)
WR
Calvin Johnson
S
Glover Quin
QB
Matthew Stafford
DT
Ndamukong Suh
WR
Golden Tate
ALL-TIME PRO BOWL SELECTIONS
Player
Pos NoYears
Ane, Charles
T 2 1957, 59
Arnold, Jim
P 2 1988-89
Baker, Al
DE 3 1979-81
Ball, Jerry
NT 3 1990-91, 92*
Barney, Lem
DB 7 1968-70, 73-74, 76-77
Barr, Terry
WR 2 1964-65
Bingaman, Les
G 2 1952-54
Blades, Bennie
S 1 1992
Bly, Dré
CB 2 2004-05
Box, Cloyce
E 2 1951, 53
Boyd, Stephen
LB 2 2000, 01*
Brown, Lomas
T 7 1991-97
Brown, Roger
DT 5 1963-67
Christiansen, Jack S 5 1954-58
Creekmur, Lou
T 8 1951-58
Cofer, Michael
LB 1 1989
Cogdill, Gail
WR 3 1961, 63-64
David, Jim
DB 6 1955-60
Doll, Don
HB 3 1951-53
Dorney, Keith
T 1 1983
Drummond, Eddie KR 1 2005
Elliss, Luther
DT 2 2000-01
English, Doug
DT 4 1979, 82-84
Farr, Mel
RB 2 1968, 71
Flanagan, Ed
C 4 1970-72, 74
Freitas, Rocky
T 1 1973*
Gibbons, Jim
TE 3 1961-62, 65
Glover, Kevin
C 3 1996-98
Gordy, John
G 3 1964-66
Gray, Mel
KR 4 1991-92, 93*, 95
Hanson, Jason
K 2 1998, 00
Harder, Pat
FB 1 1953
Hill, David
TE 2 1979-80
Hoernschemeyer, Bob HB 2 1952-53
Howard, Desmond KR 1 2001
Jauron, Dick
KR 1 1975
Johnson, Calvin
WR 5 2011, 2012-15*
Karras, Alex
DT 4 1961-63, 66
Landry, Greg
QB 1 1972
Lane, Dick
DB 3 1961-63
Lary, Yale
S 9 1954, 57-63, 65
Layne, Bobby
QB 3 1952-54
LeBeau, Dick
DB 3 1965-67
Lucci, Mike
LB 1 1972
Martin, Jim
K 1 1962
McCord, Darris
T/E 1 1958
McGraw Thurman
T 1 1951
Moore, Herman
WR 4 1995-98
LIONS HONORS
Muhlbach, Don
LS 1 2013
Murray, Eddie
K 2 1981, 90
Naumoff, Paul
LB 1 1971
Owens, Steve
RB 1 1972
Pietrosante, Nick
FB 2 1961-62
Porcher, Robert
DE 3 1998, 00, 02
Quin, Glover
S 1 2015
Rogers, Shaun
DT 2 2005-06
Sanders, Barry
RB 10 1990-93, 94*, 95-98, 99*
Sanders, Charlie
TE 7 1969-72, 75-77
Schmidt, Joe
LB 10 1955-63, 64*
Sewell, Harley
G 4 1958-60, 63
Sims, Billy
RB 3 1981-83
Skladany, Tom
P 1 1982
Sloan, David
TE 1 2000
Smith, Bob
HB 1 1953
Speilman, Chris
LB 4 1990-92, 95
Stafford, Matthew
QB 1 2015
Stanfel, Dick
G 1 1954
Stits, Bill
HB 1 1955
Studstill, Pat
WR/P2 1966-67
Suh, Ndamukong
DT 4 2011, 2013-14, 2015*
Swilling, Pat
LB 1 1994
Tate, Golden
WR 1 2015
Torgeson, LaVern
C/LB 1 1955
Walker, Doak
HB 5 1951-52, 54-56
Walker, Wayne
LB/K 3 1964-66
Williams, Roy
WR 1 2007
* Selected, Did Not Play
MOST PRO BOWL SELECTIONS
Rk Player
PosNo Years
1t Schmidt, Joe LB 10 1955-63, 64*
1t Sanders, Barry RB 10 1990-93, 94*, 95-98, 99*
3 Lary, Yale
S 9 1954, 57-63, 65
4 Creekmur, Lou T 8 1951-58
5t Barney, Lem DB 7 1968-70, 73-74, 76-77
5t Sanders, CharlieTE 7 1969-72, 75-77
5t Brown, Lomas T 7 1991-97
* Selected, Did Not Play
PRO BOWL HEAD COACHES
Coach NoYears
Fontes, Wayne
1 1992
Wilson, George
1 1958
PRO BOWL OUTSTANDING PLAYER/MVP
Year Player
PosAward
1953 Doll, Don
S Player of the Game
1965 Barr, Terry
E Outstanding Lineman
1981 Murray, Eddie
K Player of the Game
2015 Stafford, Matthew QB Offensive MVP
DETROIT LIONS
LIONS ALL-PROS
The Associated Press All-Pro Team (First Team) dates back
to 1930. In 1951, the AP began designating the All-Pro Team
by offense and defense. From 1930-50, positions selected
included the following: End (E), Tackle (T), Guard (G), Center
(C) and Back (B). This designation represented the offensive
and defensive systems of the era as well as the commonality
of two-way players. The first year the offensive backfield was
separated by Quarterback, Fullback and Half (Running) Back
was 1954. The first year the AP designated the defensive
backfield by Safety (S) and Cornerback (B or CB in 1963) was
1955. Wide Receiver (WR), also known as Flanker (FL) from
1963-69, were first separated in 1963, having been previously
combined as the End (E) position. Punter (P) and Placekicker
(PK) were first honored in 1970 and Kick Returner (KR) in 1978.
1931
T
George Christensen (Portsmouth)
B
Dutch Clark (QB, Portsmouth)
1932
B
Dutch Clark (QB, Portsmouth)
B
Father Lumpkin (Portsmouth)
1933
B
Glenn Presnell (Portsmouth)
1934
T
George Christensen
B
Dutch Clark (QB)
1935
B
Dutch Clark (QB)
B
Ernie Caddel
1936
G
Ox Emerson
B
Dutch Clark (QB)
1937
B
Dutch Clark (QB)
1938
B
Lloyd Cardwell
1940
G
John Wiethe
B
Byron “Whizzer” White
1944
B
Frank Sinkwich
1945
G
Bill Radovich
B
Bob Westfall
1946
G
Bill Radovich
1950
B
Doak Walker (rookie)
1951
E
Leon Hart
G
Lou Creekmur
B
Doak Walker
T
Les Bingaman (DT)
1952
E
Cloyce Box
G
Lou Creekmur
B
Bobby Layne (QB)
T
Thurman McGraw (DT)
B
Jack Christiansen (CB)
1953
G
Lou Creekmur
G
Dick Stanfel
B
Doak Walker
G
Les Bingaman (DT)
B
LIONS HONORS
1954
T
G
B
G
LB
B
1955
LB
S
1956
T
QB
LB
CB
S
1957
T
LB
CB
1958
LB
S
1959
LB
1960
DT
1961
DT
LB
B
1962
DT
CB
LB
S
1963
DT
1965
DT
1966
WR
1968
CB
1969
CB
1970
TE
1971
TE
1978
DE
1980
K
1982
DT
1987
P
1989
RB
1990
RB
KR
1991
RB
KR
DT
LB
Lou Creekmur
Dick Stanfel
Doak Walker
Les Bingaman (DT)
Joe Schmidt
Joe Schmidt
Jack Christiansen
Lou Creekmur
Bobby Layne
Joe Schmidt
Jack Christiansen
Yale Lary
Lou Creekmur
Joe Schmidt
Jack Christiansen
Joe Schmidt
Yale Lary
Joe Schmidt
Alex Karras
Alex Karras
Joe Schmidt
Roger Brown
Joe Schmidt
Yale Lary
Roger Brown
Alex Karras
Pat Studstill
Lem Barney
Lem Barney
Charlie Sanders
Charlie Sanders
Al Baker (rookie)
Eddie Murray (rookie)
Doug English
Jim Arnold
Barry Sanders (rookie)
Barry Sanders
Mel Gray
Barry Sanders
Mel Gray
Jerry Ball
Chris Spielman
DETROIT LIONS
1994
RB
Barry Sanders
KR
Mel Gray
1995
WR
Herman Moore
T
Lomas Brown
RB
Barry Sanders
1996
WR
Herman Moore
1997
WR
Herman Moore
RB
Barry Sanders
2004
KR
Eddie Drummond
2010
DT
Ndamukong Suh (rookie)
2011
WR
Calvin Johnson
2012
WR
Calvin Johnson
2013
WR
Calvin Johnson
DT
Ndamukong Suh
2014
DT
Ndamukong Suh
ALL-TIME AP ALL-PRO SELECTIONS
Player
Pos. No.Years
Arnold, Jim
P 1 1987
Baker, Al
DE 1 1978
Ball, Jerry
DT 1 1991
Barney, Lem
CB 2 1968-69
Bingaman, Les
DT 3 1951, 53-54
Box, Cloyce
E 1 1952
Brown, Lomas
T 1 1995
Brown, Roger
DT 2 1962-63
Caddel, Ernie
B 1 1935
Cardwell, Lloyd
B 1 1938
Christensen, George T 2 1931, 34
Christiansen, Jack
CB, S6 1952-57
Clark, Dutch
QB 6 1931-32, 34-37
Creekmur, Lou
G, T 6 1951-54, 56-57
Drummond, Eddie
KR 1 2004
Emerson, Ox
G 1 1936
English, Doug
DT 1 1982
Gray, Mel
KR 3 1991-93
Hart, Leon
E 1 1951
Johnson, Calvin
WR 3 2011-13
Karras, Alex
DT 3 1960-61, 65
Lane, Dick “Night Train” CB 2 1961-62
Lary, Yale
S 3 1956, 58, 62
Layne, Bobby
QB 2 1952, 56
Lumpkin, Father
B 1 1932
McGraw, Thurman
DT 1 1952
Moore, Herman
WR 3 1995-97
Murray, Eddie
K 1 1980
Presnell, Glenn
B 1 1933
Radovich, Bill
G 2 1954
Sanders, Barry
RB 6 1989-91, 94-95, 97
Sanders, Charlie
TE 2 1970-71
Schmidt, Joe
LB 8 1954-59, 61-62
Sinkwich, Frank
B 1 1944
Spielman, Chris
LB 1 1991
Stanfel, Dick
G 2 1953-54
Studstill, Pat
WR 1 1966
Suh, Ndamukong
DT 3 2010, 2013-14
Walker, Doak
RB 4 1950-51, 53-54
Westfall, Bob
B 1 1945
White, Byron “Whizzer”B 1 1940
Wiethe, John
G 1 1940
LIONS HONORS
MOST AP ALL-PRO SELECTIONS
RkPlayer
Pos. No.Years
1 Schmidt, Joe
LB 8 1954-59, 61-62
2t Christiansen, Jack
CB, S 6 1952-57
2t Clark, Dutch
QB 6 1931-32, 34-37
2t Creekmur, Lou
G, T 6 1951-54, 56-57
2t Sanders, Barry
RB 6 1989-91, 94-95, 97
6 Walker, Doak
RB 4 1950-51, 53-54
7t Bingaman, Les
DT 3 1951, 53-54
7t Gray, Mel
KR 3 1991-93
7t Johnson, Calvin
WR 3 2011-13
7t Karras, Alex
DT 3 1960-61, 65
7t Lary, Yale
S 3 1956, 58, 62
7t Moore, Herman
WR 3 1995-97
7t Suh, Ndamukong
DT 3 2010, 2013-14
14t Barney, Lem
CB 2 1968-69
14t Brown, Roger
DT 2 1962-63
14t Christensen, George T 2 1931, 34
14t Lane, Dick “Night Train” CB 2 1961-62
14t Layne, Bobby
QB 2 1952, 56
14t Radovich, Bill
G 2 1954
14t Sanders, Charlie
TE 2 1970-71
14t Stanfel, Dick
G 2 1953-54
23t Arnold, Jim
P 1 1987
23t Baker, Al
DE 1 1978
23t Ball, Jerry
DT 1 1991
23t Box, Cloyce
E 1 1952
23t Brown, Lomas
T 1 1995
23t Caddel, Ernie
B 1 1935
23t Cardwell, Lloyd
B 1 1938
23t Drummond, Eddie
KR 1 2004
23t Emerson, Ox
G 1 1936
23t English, Doug
DT 1 1982
23t Hart, Leon
E 1 1951
23t Lumpkin, Father
B 1 1932
23t McGraw, Thurman
DT 1 1952
23t Murray, Eddie
K 1 1980
23t Presnell, Glenn
B 1 1933
23t Sinkwich, Frank
B 1 1944
23t Spielman, Chris
LB 1 1991
23t Studstill, Pat
WR 1 1966
23t Westfall, Bob
B 1 1945
23t White, Byron “Whizzer” B 1 1940
23t Wiethe, John
G 1 1940
DETROIT LIONS
LIONS HONORS
RECORDS SECTION
Most Rushing Touchdowns, Game
RkPlayer
TD Opp Date
1 Barry Sanders 4
at Min 11/24/91
Detroit Lions records date back to 1934 unless otherwise noted. 2t Dutch Clark
3
Bkn 10/22/34
*NFL Record; MR: several players, most recent
2t Ernie Caddel
3
Pit 11/4/34
2t Ernie Caddel
3
Phi 9/20/35
RUSHING RECORDS
2t Jim Ninowski
3
at LARm10/30/60
Rushing Yards, Career
2t Greg Landry
3
at Chi 10/1/72
RkPlayer
Att Yds Avg TD Years
2t Billy Sims
3
at LARm9/7/80
1 Barry Sanders 3062 15269 5.0 99
1989-98
2t James Jones
3
GB 10/9/83
2Billy Sims
113151064.5 42 1980-84
2t Barry Sanders 3
at Atl 12/24/89
3Dexter Bussey 120351054.2 18 1975-84
2t Barry Sanders 3
TB 9/29/91
4Altie Taylor 116542973.7 24 1969-76
2t Barry Sanders 3
Cle 10/8/95
5 Nick Pietrosante 938 3933 4.2 28
1959-65
2t Tommy Vardell 3
Min 11/16/97
Rushing Yards, Season
2t Barry Sanders 3
Chi 11/27/97
RkPlayer
Att Yds Avg TD Year
2t Barry Sanders 3
Cin 9/13/98
1 Barry Sanders 335 2053 6.1 11
1997
2t James Stewart 3
at TB 10/19/00
2 Barry Sanders 331 1883 5.7 7
1994
2t Mikel Leshoure 3
at Jac 11/4/12
3 Barry Sanders 307 1553 5.1 11
1996
(Includes all players with 3 rushing touchdowns in game)
4 Barry Sanders 342 1548 4.5 16
1991
Longest Rush
5 Barry Sanders 314 1500 4.8 11
1995
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
Rushing Yards, Game
1 B. Hoernschemeyer 96t NYY 11/23/50
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
2 Jahvid Best
88t Chi 10/10/11
1 Barry Sanders 237 TB 11/13/94
3t B. Hoernschemeyer 85t GB 11/22/51
2 Barry Sanders 220 at Min 11/24/91
3t Barry Sanders 85
at TB 10/2/94
3 Barry Sanders 216 Ind 11/23/97
5 Barry Sanders 84
Chi 10/23/94
4 Barry Sanders 215 at TB 10/12/97
RECEIVING RECORDS
5 B. Hoernschemeyer198 NYY 11/23/50
Receptions, Career
Most Rushing Attempts, Career
RkPlayer
Rec Yds Avg TD Years
RkPlayer
Att Yds Avg TD Years
1 Herman Moore 670 9174 13.7 62
1991-2001
1 Barry Sanders 3062 15269 5.0 99
1989-98
2 Calvin Johnson 643 10405 16.2 74 20072Dexter Bussey 120351054.2 18 1975-84
3 Johnnie Morton 469 6499 13.9 21
1994-2001
3Altie Taylor 116542973.7 24 1969-76
4 Brett Perriman 428 5244 12.3 25
1991-96
4Billy Sims
113151064.5 42 1980-84
5 Barry Sanders 352 2921 8.3 10
1989-98
5 James Jones
960 3452 3.6 23
1983-88
Receptions,
Season
Most Rushing Attempts, Season
RkPlayer
Rec Yds Avg TD Year
RkPlayer
Att Yds Avg TD Year
1 Herman Moore 123 1686 13.7 14
1995
1998
2 Calvin Johnson 122 1964 16.1 5
2012
2 Barry Sanders 342 1548 4.5 16
1991
3 Brett Perriman 108 1488 13.8 9
1995
3 James Stewart 339 1184 3.5 10
2000
4 Herman Moore 106 1296 12.2 9
1996
4 Barry Sanders 335 2053 6.1 11
1997
5 Herman Moore 104 1293 12.4 8
1997
1994
Receptions, Game
Most Rushing Attempts, Game
RkPlayer
Rec Opp Date
RkPlayer
Att Opp Date
1t Herman Moore 14
Chi 12/4/95
1 Barry Sanders 40
at Dal 9/19/94
1t Calvin Johnson 14
Dal 10/27/13
2 James Stewart 37
at NYJ 12/17/00
3 Calvin Johnson 13
Ind 12/2/12
3t Billy Sims
36
at GB 11/20/83
4t Cloyce Box 12
at Bal 12/3/50
3t James Jones
36
Mia 10/27/85
4t James Jones 12
at Cle 9/28/86
3t James Jones
36
at Min 9/7/86
4t Brett Perriman 12
at Chi 11/19/95
Most Rushing Touchdowns, Career
Min 11/23/95
RkPlayer
Att Yds TD Avg Years
4t Herman Moore 12
at Min 9/1/96
1 Barry Sanders 3062 15269 99
5.0 1989-98
at Min 11/11/12
2Billy Sims
1131510642 4.5 1980-84
Receiving
Yards,
Career
3 Nick Pietrosante 938 3933 28
4.2 1959-65
RkPlayer
Rec Yds Avg TD Year
4 Mel Farr
739 3072 26
4.2 1967-73
1 Calvin Johnson 643 10405 16.2 74 20075t Dutch Clark
469 2311 24
4.9 1934-38
2 Herman Moore 670 9174 13.7 61
1991-01
5t
Altie Taylor 1165429724 3.7 1969-76
3 Johnnie Morton 469 6499 13.9 35
1994-01
5t Kevin Jones
761 3067 24
4.0 2004-07
4 Brett Perriman 428 5244 12.3 25
1991-96
Most Rushing Touchdowns, Season
5 Gail Cogdill
325 5221 16.1 28
1960-68
RkPlayer
Att Yds TD Avg Year
Receiving Yards, Season
4.5 1991
RkPlayer
Rec Yds Avg TD Year
5.3 1989
1 Calvin Johnson 122 1964 16.1 5
2012
3t Billy Sims
313 1303 13
4.2 1980
2 Herman Moore 123 1686 13.7 14
1995
3t Billy Sims
296 1437 13
4.9 1981
3
Calvin Johnson961681
17.5162011
3t Barry Sanders 255 1304 13
5.1 1990
4
17.8122013
5 Brett Perriman 108 1488 13.8 9
1995
LIONS RECORDS
DETROIT LIONS
THE RECORD BOOK
Receiving Yards, Game
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 Calvin Johnson 329 Dal 10/27/13
2 Cloyce Box
302 Bal 12/3/50
3 Richard Johnson 248 NO 12/3/89
4 Calvin Johnson 244 at GB 1/1/12
5 Calvin Johnson 225 Atl 12/22/12
6 Calvin Johnson 214 at Oak 12/18/11
7 Calvin Johnson 207 at Min 11/11/12
8 Roy Williams
204 at Phi 9/23/07
9 Cloyce Box
202 Dal 12/13/52
Receiving Touchdowns, Career
RkPlayer
Rec Yds Avg TD Years
1 Calvin Johnson 643 10405 16.2 74 20072 Herman Moore 670 9174 13.7 62
1991-01
3t Johnnie Morton 469 6499 13.9 35
1994-01
3t Terry Barr
227 3810 16.8 35
1957-65
3t Leo. Thompson 277 4682 16.9 35
1975-86
Receiving Touchdowns, Season
RkPlayer
Rec Yds Avg TD Year
1
17.5162011
2
Cloyce Box 4292422.0151952
3 Herman Moore 123 1686 13.7 14
1995
4
Terry Barr 661086
16.5131963
5t
Leon Hart 3554415.5121951
5t
17.1122008
5t
14.5122010
5t
17.8122013
Receiving Touchdowns, Game
RkPlayer
TD Opp Date
1 Cloyce Box
4
at Bal 12/3/50
2t Dave Diehl
3
at Cle 11/26/44
2t Doak Walker
3
GB 11/19/50
2t Cloyce Box
3
NYY 11/23/50
2t Cloyce Box
3
GB 11/27/52
2t Cloyce Box
3
Chi 12/7/52
2t Cloyce Box
3
at DalT 12/13/52
2t Jim Doran
3
at SF 11/3/57
2t Howard Cassady 3
Bal 10/11/59
2t Terry Barr
3
at SF 11/3/63
2t Billy Gambrell 3
at Atl 12/8/68
2t Leo. Thompson 3
Min 12/9/78
2t Leo. Thompson 3
Min 9/23/84
2t Leo. Thompson 3
NYJ 11/28/85
2t Herman Moore 3
GB 10/29/95
2t Roy Williams
3
Ari 11/13/05
2t Calvin Johnson 3
Was 10/31/10
2t Joseph Fauria 3
at Cle 10/13/13
(Includes all players with 3 receiving touchdowns in game)
Longest Reception
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
Passer
1 Pat Studstill
99t* at Bal 10/16/66 Karl Sweetan
2 Johnnie Morton 98t at Chi 10/4/98 Charlie Batch
3 Cloyce Box
97t GB
11/26/53 Bobby Layne
4 Calvin Johnson 96t at Hou 10/19/08 Dan Orlovsky
5 Leonard Thompson 94t Chi
10/19/81 Eric Hipple
PASSING RECORDS
Passing Yards, Career
RkPlayer
Att CmpYds Pct TD IntRtg Years
1 Matthew Stafford 3099 1848 21714 59.6 13185 83.6 20092 Bobby Layne
2193 107415710 49.0 11814263.71950-58
3 Scott Mitchell 185010491264756.7795779.21994-98
4 Greg Landry
17479571245154.8808173.41968-78
5 Gary Danielson 16849521188556.5697174.71976-84
DETROIT LIONS
Passing Yards, Season
RkPlayer
Att CmpYds Pct TD IntRtg Year
1 Matthew Stafford 663 4215038 63.5411697.22011
4 Scott Mitchell 583 3464338 59.3321292.31995
Passing Yards, Game
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 Matthew Stafford 520 at GB 1/1/12
2 Matthew Stafford 488 Dal 10/27/13
3 Jon Kitna
446 at Phi 9/23/07
4 Matthew Stafford 443 Atl 12/22/12
5 Matthew Stafford 441 Hou 11/22/12
6 Charlie Batch
436 at Ari 11/8/01
7 Matthew Stafford 422 Cle 11/11/09
8 Scott Mitchell 410 Min 11/23/95
9 Matthew Stafford 408 at NO 12/4/11
Passing Touchdowns, Career
RkPlayer
2193 107415710 49.0 11814263.71950-58
3 Greg Landry
17479571245154.8808173.41968-78
4 Scott Mitchell 185010491264756.7795779.21994-98
5 Gary Danielson 16849521188556.5697174.71976-84
Passing Touchdowns, Season
RkPlayer
2 Scott Mitchell 583 3464338 59.3321292.31995
4 Bobby Layne 332 1522403 45.8262367.61951
5 Earl Morrall
328 1742621 53.0241486.21963
Passing Touchdowns, Game
RkPlayer
TD Opp
Date
1t Gary Danielson 5 Min
12/9/78
1t Matthew Stafford 5 Cle
11/22/09
1t Matthew Stafford 5 Car
11/20/11
1t Matthew Stafford 5 at GB
1/1/12
5t Frank Sinkwich 4 Chi
11/19/44
5t Bobby Layne
4 at Chi
11/11/51
5t Bobby Layne
4 GB
11/22/51
5t Bobby Layne
4 Chi
12/7/52
5t Tobin Rote
4 SF
11/3/57
5t Milt Plum
4 SF
9/23/62
5t Earl Morrall
4 at SF
11/3/63
5t Greg Landry
4 GB
10/10/71
5t Eric Hipple
4 Chi
10/19/81
5t Gary Danielson 4 Min
9/23/84
5t Eric Hipple
4 NYJ
11/28/85
5t Rodney Peete 4 Chi
12/16/90
5t Scott Mitchell 4 Min
11/23/95
5t Scott Mitchell 4 Chi
9/22/96
5t Joey Harrington 4 Ari
9/7/03
5t Jon Kitna
4 at Dal
12/31/06
5t Matthew Stafford 4 Was
10/31/10
5t Matthew Stafford 4 KC
9/18/11
5t Matthew Stafford 4 at Oak
12/18/11
5t Matthew Stafford 4 at Cle
10/13/13
Passing Attempts, Career
RkPlayer
2193 107415710 49.0 11814263.71950-58
3 Scott Mitchell 185010491264756.7795779.21994-98
4 Joey Harrington 18029861024254.7606268.12002-05
5 Greg Landry
17479571245154.8808173.41968-78
THE RECORD BOOK
Passing Attempts, Season
RkPlayer
5 Jon Kitna
596 3724208 62.4212279.92006
Passing Attempts, Game
RkPlayer
Att Opp Date
1 Matthew Stafford 63 at Chi 11/13/11
2 Charlie Batch
62 at Ari 11/8/01
3 Matthew Stafford 61 Hou 11/22/12
4 Matthew Stafford 59 at GB 1/1/12
Passing Completions, Career
RkPlayer
2193 107415710 49.0 11814263.71950-58
3 Scott Mitchell 185010491264756.7795779.21994-98
4 Joey Harrington 18029861024254.7606268.12002-05
5 Greg Landry
17479571245154.8808173.41968-78
Passing Completions, Season
RkPlayer
3 Jon Kitna
596 3724208 62.4212279.92006
Passing Completions, Game
RkPlayer CmpOpp Date
2t Charlie Batch 36 at Ari 11/8/01
2t Matthew Stafford 36 at GB 1/1/12
4t Shaun Hill 34 at Buf 10/3/10
4t Matthew Stafford 34 Sea 10/28/12
4t Matthew Stafford 34 Chi 11/27/14
Consecutive Passing Completions, Game
RkPlayer CmpOpp Date
1 Jon Kitna 12 at Ari 11/19/06
2t Gary Danielson 11 GB 12/21/80
2t Dave Krieg 11 Buf 11/24/94
2t Charlie Batch 11 GB 10/15/98
2t Joey Harrington 11 SD 12/7/03
Completion Percentage, Career (min. 500 att.)
RkPlayer
1 Jon Kitna
12777959034 62.3444779.62006-08
2 Matthew Stafford 3099 1848 21714 59.6 13185 83.6 20093 Rodney Peete 11256418164 57.0384972.91989-93
4 Scott Mitchell 185010491264756.7795779.21994-98
5 Gary Danielson 16849521188556.5697174.71976-84
Completion Percentage, Season (min. 200 att.)
Rk Player
Att Cmp Yds Pct TDInt Rtg Year
1 Matthew Stafford 663 421 5038 63.50 41 16 97.2 2011
2 Jon Kitna
355 561 4068 63.28 18 20 80.9 2007
3 Eric Hipple
305 192 1919 62.95 9 11 75.6 1986
4 Jon Kitna
596 372 4208 62.41 21 22 79.9 2006
5 Rodney Peete 252 157 1670 62.30 6 14 66.4 1993
Completion Percentage, Game (Since 1950, min. 15 attempts)
RkPlayer
Pct Att Cmp Opp Date
1 Charlie Batch
84.2119 16 GB 10/15/98
2 Jon Kitna
83.3324 20 Chi 9/30/07
3t Greg Landry
83.3318 15 NE 10/10/76
3t Ty Detmer
83.3318 15 StL 10/8/01
5 Joey Harrington 81.8222 18 at NYG 10/24/04
DETROIT LIONS
Passing Interceptions, Career (fewest, min. 500 att.)
RkPlayer
1 Erik Kramer
509 2813408 55.2231975.51991-93
2 Chuck Long
602 3303743 54.8192864.81986-89,91,94
3 Jim Ninowski
530 251 3520 47.4 9 36 46.6 1960-61
4 Tobin Rote
596 2563609 43.0303952.61957-59
5 Charlie Batch 13267439016 56.0494076.91998-01
Passing Interceptions, Season (fewest, min. 200 att.)
RkPlayer
1 Dave Krieg
212 131 1629 61.8 14 3 101.71994
2 Charlie Batch
303 173 2178 57.1 11 6 83.5 1998
3tBill Munson 292166187456.88775.3
1974
3tGus Frerotte 288175211760.89783.6
1999
3t Charlie Batch
270 151 1957 55.9 13 7 84.1 1999
3tGreg Landry 240135135956.36768.7
1977
Passing Interceptions, Career (most)
RkPlayer
1 Bobby Layne
2193 107415710 49.0 11814263.71950-58
2 Milt Plum
13156718536 51.0558758.01962-67
3 Matthew Stafford 3099 1848 21714 59.6 13185 83.6 20094 Greg Landry
17479571245154.8808173.41968-78
5 Gary Danielson 16849521188556.5697174.71976-84
Passing Interceptions, Season (most)
RkPlayer
1tBobby Layne 332 1522403 45.8262367.61951
1tJeff Komlo
368 1832238 49.7112352.81979
3tJoey Harrington 554 3092880 55.8172263.92003
3tJon Kitna
596 3724208 62.4212279.92006
5 Bobby Layne 273 1252088 45.8162159.61953
Passing Interceptions, Game (most)
RkPlayer Int Opp Date
1t Frank Sinkwich 7 GB 10/24/43
1t Ty Detmer 7 Cle 9/23/01
3t Jim Ninowski 5 LaRm 10/30/60
3t Gary Danielson 5 StL 12/3/78
3t Eric Hipple 5 Min 9/25/83
3t Joey Harrington 5 Chi 9/18/05
3t Jon Kitna 5 SD 12/16/07
3t Matthew Stafford 5 Sea 11/8/09
(Includes all players with 5 interceptions in game)
Passing Rating, Career (min. 500 att.)
RkPlayer
1 Matthew Stafford 3099 1848 21714 59.6 13185 83.6 20092 Jon Kitna
12777959034 62.3444779.62006-08
3 Scott Mitchell 185010491264756.7795779.21994-98
4 Charlie Batch 13267439016 56.0494076.91998-2001
5 Earl Morrall
839 4316280 51.4524176.41958-64
Passing Rating, Season (League qualifier 224 att. - 14 att/16 gm)
RkPlayer
2 Scott Mitchell 583 3464338 59.3321292.31995
3 Greg Landry
291 168 2191 57.7 17 8 89.6 1976
4 Earl Morrall
328 1742621 53.0241486.21963
Passer Rating, Game (since 1950, min. 15 attempts)
RkPlayer
Rtg OppDate
1 Dave Krieg
158.3Buf 11/24/94
2 Gus Frerotte
156.3StL 11/7/99
3 Eric Hipple
155.2Mia 10/27/85
4 Milt Plum
153.8SF 9/23/62
5 Charlie Batch
149.6GB 10/15/98
THE RECORD BOOK
Longest Pass
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date Receiver
1 Karl Sweetan
99t* at Bal 10/16/66 Pat Studstill
2 Charlie Batch
98t at Chi 10/4/98 Johnnie Morton
3 Bobby Layne
97t GB 11/26/53 Cloyce Box
4 Dan Orlovsky
96t at Hou 10/19/08 Calvin Johnson
5 Eric Hipple
94t Chi 10/19/81 Leonard Thompson
SCORING RECORDS
Ret-Touchdowns including Interceptions, Fumble Return, Punt Return,
Kickoff Return, FG Block, FG Return and Punt Block.
Points, Career
Rk Player
TD Ru Pa Ret PAT FG S 2ptPts Years
1Jason Hanson0000665
495
0
02150
1992-2012
2Eddie Murray0000381
244
0
01113
1980-91
3Barry Sanders109
99100000
0654
1989-98
4Errol Mann 0070213
141
0
0636
1969-76
5Doak Walker 3412211 1834900 5341950-55
Points, Season
Rk Player
0134
2012
0132
1995
0130
1993
4Doak Walker115603880
0128
1950
0126
2011
Points, Game
RkPlayer
Pts Opp Date
1t Doak Walker
24
at GB 11/19/50
1t Cloyce Box
24
at Bal 12/3/50
1t Barry Sanders 24
at Min 11/24/91
4t Dutch Clark
21
Bkn 10/22/34
4t Doak Walker
21
ChiB 9/26/54
Total Touchdowns, Career
Rk Player
1Barry Sanders109
99100000
0654
1989-98
2Calvin Johnson
751740000
2454
20073Herman Moore
620620000
2376
1991-01
4Billy Sims 474250000
0282
1980-84
5Leo. Thompson
393351000
0234
1975-86
Total Touchdowns, Season
Rk Player
TD Ru Pa Ret PAT FG S 2ptPts Year
1Barry Sanders171610000
0102
1991
2tBilly Sims 161330000
0961980
2tBarry Sanders161330000
0961990
2tCalvin Johnson
160160000
0962011
5tCloyce Box 150150000
0901952
5tBilly Sims 151320000
0901981
Total Touchdowns, Game
RkPlayer
TD Ru
Pa Opp
Date
1t Cloyce Box
4
0
4 at Bal
12/3/50
1t Barry Sanders 4
4
0 at Min
11/24/91
3t Dutch Clark
3
3
0 Bkn
10/22/34
3t Ernie Caddel
3
3
0 Pit
11/4/34
3t Ernie Caddel
3
3
0 Phi
9/20/35
3t Dave Diehl
3
0
3 at Cle
11/26/44
3t Elmer Hackney 3
1
2 Bos
12/3/44
3t Doak Walker
3
0
3 GB
11/19/50
3t Cloyce Box
3
0
3 NYY
11/23/50
3t Cloyce Box
3
0
3 GB
11/27/52
3t Cloyce Box
3
0
3 Chi
12/7/52
3t Cloyce Box
3
0
3 at DalT
12/13/52
3t Jim Doran
3
0
3 at SF
11/3/57
3t Gene Gedman 3
2
1 LaRm
10/12/58
3t Howard Cassady 3
0
3 Bal
10/11/59
3t Jim Ninowski
3
3
0 at LaRm 10/30/60
3t Terry Barr
3
0
3 at SF
11/3/63
3t Mel Farr
3
2
1 at Chi
10/13/68
DETROIT LIONS
3t Billy Gambrell 3
0
3 at Atl
12/8/68
3t Greg Landry
3
3
0 at Chi
10/1/72
3t Leonard Thompson 3
0
3 Min
12/9/78
3t Billy Sims
3
3
0 at LaRm 9/7/80
3t James Jones
3
3
0 GB
10/9/83
0
3 Min
9/23/84
0
3 NYJ
11/28/85
3t Barry Sanders 3
3
0 at Atl
12/24/89
3t Barry Sanders 3
3
0 TB
9/29/91
3t Barry Sanders 3
3
0 Cle
10/8/95
3t Herman Moore 3
0
3 GB
10/29/95
3t Barry Sanders 3
2
1 at TB
10/12/97
3t Tommy Vardell 3
3
0 Min
11/16/97
3t Barry Sanders 3
3
0 Chi
11/27/97
3t Barry Sanders 3
3
0 Cin
9/12/98
3t Tommy Vardell 3
2
1 Chi
11/15/98
3t James Stewart 3
3
0 at TB
10/19/00
3t Roy Williams
3
0
3 Ari
11/13/05
3t Jahvid Best
3
2
1 Phi
9/19/10
3t Calvin Johnson 3
0
3 Was
10/31/10
3t Kevin Smith
3
2
1 Car
11/20/11
3t Mikel Leshoure 3
3
0 at Jac
11/4/12
3t Joseph Fauria 3
0
3 at Cle
10/13/13
(Includes all players with 3 touchdowns in game)
Return Touchdowns, Career
Note: Return touchdowns include interceptions, punt returns, kickoff
returns, field goal returns, fumble returns, blocked punt returns and
blocked field goal returns
Rk Player
Ret Int FR PR KR FGRFGBPB Years
1tJack Christiansen1130800001951-58
1tLem Barney 1170211001967-77
3Mel Gray
700250001989-94
4tYale Lary
621300001952-53,56-64
4tEddie Drummond600420002002-06
Return Touchdowns, Season
Rk Player
Ret Int FR PR KR FGRFGBPB Year
1tJack Christiansen400400001951
1tEddie Drummond400220002004
3tLem Barney 330000001967
3tLem Barney 320100001970
3tLevi Johnson 320001001974
3tMel Gray
300030001994
Return Touchdowns, Game
RkPlayer
TD PR KR Opp Date
1t
Eddie Drummond
220at Jac
11/14/04
1t
Jack Christiansen
220LARm
10/14/51
1t
Jack Christiansen
220GB11/22/51
1t
Eddie Payton211Min
12/17/77
1t
Jeremy Ross211at Phi
12/8/13
(Includes all players with two return touchdowns in game)
KICKING RECORDS
Field Goals, Career
RkPlayer
FG AttPctPATAttPctYears
1Jason Hanson 49560182.466567398.81992-2012
2Eddie Murray 24432575.138138698.71980-91
3Errol Mann
14121465.921322295.91969-76
4Jim Martin 5612544.8919595.81951-61
5Wayne Walker 53 13140.517217598.31958-72
Field Goals, Season
RkPlayer
FG AttPctPATAttPctYear
1Jason Hanson 344379.12828100.0
1993
2Jason Hanson 323688.93838100.0
2012
3tJason Hanson 293387.9272993.11998
3tJason Hanson 293387.93030100.0
2006
3tJason Hanson 293582.9353697.22007
THE RECORD BOOK
Most Field Goals, Game
RkPlayer
FG Opp Date
1t Garo Yepremian 6
Min 11/13/66
1t Jason Hanson 6
Min 10/17/99
3t Eddie Murray
5
GB 9/14/80
3t Jason Hanson 5
Was 9/10/00
3t Jason Hanson 5
GB 11/27/03
Consecutive Field Goals
RkPlayer
FG Start
End
1 Jason Hanson 24
9/7/97 TB
11/14/97 Min
2 Jason Hanson 22
10/3/10 at GB 10/16/11 SF
3 Jason Hanson 20
11/16/08 at Car 10/11/09 Pit
4 Eddie Murray
19
11/13/88 TB 11/12/89 GB
Field Goal Percentage, Career (min. 50 att.)
RkPlayer
1Jason Hanson 49560182.3666567398.81992-2012
2Eddie Murray 24432575.0838138698.71980-91
3Benny Ricardo 406066.67
768095.01976-79
4Errol Mann
14121465.8921322295.91969-76
5Doak Walker 49 87 56.3218319195.81950-55
6Jim Martin 5612544.80
919595.81951-61
7Wayne Walker 53 13140.4617217598.31958-72
(Includes all players with 50 field goal attempts in career)
Field Goal Percentage, Season (min. 20 att.)
RkPlayer
1Jason Hanson 222395.65
262796.32003
252696.22008
3tEddie Murray 202195.24
3636100.0
1989
3tEddie Murray 202195.24
222395.71988
394097.51997
Longest Field Goals (All-Time 50-yard Field Goals)
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1t Jason Hanson 56
Cle 10/8/95
1t Jason Hanson 56
at Car 11/16/08
3t Jason Hanson 55
Ind 11/23/97
3t Dave Rayner
55
Min 1/2/11
5t Glenn Presnell 54
at GB 10/7/34
5t Eddie Murray
54
at Cin 12/11/83
5t Eddie Murray
54
at SF 12/31/83#
5t Jason Hanson 54
Was 9/10/00
5t Jason Hanson 54
GB 11/22/01
5t Jason Hanson 54
Oak 11/2/03
5t Jason Hanson 54
at Hou 10/19/08
5t Jason Hanson 54
at Hou 10/19/08
50-Yard Field Goals, Career
RkPlayer
FG FGA Pct Years
1 Jason Hanson 52* 93
55.9 1992-2012
2
Eddie Murray 163447.11980-91
3
Errol Mann 6--1969-76
4t
Jim Martin 3--1951-61
4t
David Akers 33100.0
2013
4t
Matt Prater 3560.0
20147
Dave Rayner22100.0
2010
8t
Glenn Presnell
1--1934-36
8t
Alex Henery 1250.0
2014
(Includes all players who have 1 50-yard field goal in career)
50-Yard Field Goals, Season
RkPlayer
FG Att Pct Year
1 Jason Hanson 8*
8
100.0 2008
2
Jason Hanson5771.4
2011
3t
Jason Hanson4850.0
1999
3t
Jason Hanson4757.1
2001
3t
Jason Hanson44100.0
2003
3t
Jason Hanson4580.0
2011
7t
Errol Mann 3650.0
1970
7t
Eddie Murray3475.0
1981
7t
Eddie Murray3475.0
1983
DETROIT LIONS
7t
Jason Hanson3742.9
1993
7t
Jason Hanson3560.0
1997
7t
Jason Hanson3650.0
2006
7t
Jason Hanson3475.0
2007
7t
Jason Hanson3475.0
2010
7t
David Akers 33100.0
2013
7t
Matt Prater 3475.0
2014
50-Yard Field Goals, Game
RkPlayer
FG Opp Date
1t Jim Martin
2
Bal 10/23/60
1t Jason Hanson 2
Ind 11/23/97
1t Jason Hanson 2
Was 12/5/99
1t Jason Hanson 2
at Hou 10/19/08
1t Jason Hanson 2
at NYG 10/17/10
Field Goal Attempts, Career
RkPlayer
1Jason Hanson 49560182.466567398.81992-2012
2Eddie Murray 24432575.0838138698.71980-91
3Errol Mann
14121465.8921322295.91969-76
4Wayne Walker 53 13140.4617217598.31958-72
5Jim Martin 5612544.80
919595.81951-61
Field Goal Attempts, Season
RkPlayer
1Jason Hanson 344379.12828100.0
1993
2Eddie Murray 274264.3353697.21980
3tErrol Mann 253767.62626100.0
1969
3tErrol Mann 223759.53737100.0
1971
5Jason Hanson 323688.93838100.0
2012
Extra Points, Career
RkPlayer
1Jason Hanson 49560182.466567398.81992-2012
2Eddie Murray 24432575.0838138698.71980-91
3Errol Mann
14121465.8921322295.91969-76
4Doak Walker 49 87 56.3218319195.81950-55
5Wayne Walker 53 13140.4617217598.31958-72
Extra Points, Season
RkPlayer
1Jason Hanson 242982.85454100.0
2011
2Jason Hanson 283482.44848100.0
1995
3Eddie Murray 253571.44646100.0
1981
4tDoak Walker 6 1250.0434497.71951
4tDoak Walker 111764.74343100.0
1954
Extra Points, Game
RkPlayer
XP Opp Date
1t Doak Walker 7
NYY 11/23/50
1t Doak Walker
7
GB 11/22/51
1t Jason Hanson 7
Chi 11/27/97
1t Jason Hanson 7
Car 11/20/11
4t Doak Walker
6
Bal 12/3/50
4t Pat Harder
6
GB 10/26/52
4t Pat Harder
6
Chi 12/7/52
4t Doak Walker
6
Chi 9/26/54
4t Doak Walker
6
SF 11/14/54
4t Bobby Layne
6
Pit 12/9/56
4t Gerry Perry
6
ChiC 12/6/59
4t Jim Martin
6
StL 11/12/61
4t Wayne Walker 6
Pit 9/16/62
4t Wayne Walker 6
SF 9/23/62
4t Milt Plum
6
SF 11/3/63
4t Garo Yepremian 6
SF 10/29/67
4t Benny Ricardo 6
Min 12/9/78
4t Eddie Murray
6
Chi 10/19/81
4t Eddie Murray
6
Min 12/12/81
4t Eddie Murray
6
Pit 11/24/83
4t Jason Hanson 6
Ari 9/7/03
4t Jason Hanson 6
KC 9/18/11
4t Jason Hanson 6
at Den 10/30/11
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Extra Point Attempts, Career
RkPlayer
1 Jason Hanson 49560182.466567398.81992-2012
2Eddie Murray 24432575.0838138698.71980-91
3Errol Mann
14121465.8921322295.91969-76
4Doak Walker 49 87 56.3218319195.81950-55
5Wayne Walker 53 13140.4617217598.31958-72
Extra Point Attempts, Season
RkPlayer
1Jason Hanson 242982.85454100.0
2011
2Jason Hanson 283482.44848100.0
1995
3Eddie Murray 253571.44646100.0
1981
4Doak Walker 6 1250.0434497.71951
5tDoak Walker 111764.74343100.0
1954
5tDavid Akers 192479.2424397.72013
INTERCEPTIONS RECORDS
Interceptions, Career
RkPlayer
Int Yds Avg TD Years
1 Dick LeBeau
62
762 12.3 3
1959-72
2 Lem Barney
56
1077 19.2 7
1967-77
1952-53, 56-64
3 Yale Lary
50
787 15.7 2
4 Jack Christiansen 46
717 15.6 3
1951-58
5 Jim David
36
259 7.2 0
1952-59
Interceptions, Season
RkPlayer
Int Yds Avg TD Year
1t Don Doll
12
163 13.6 1
1950
1t Jack Christiansen 12
238 19.8 1
1953
3 Don Doll
11
301 27.4 1
1949
137 13.7 1
1957
4t Lem Barney
10
232 23.2 3
1967
Interceptions, Game
RkPlayer
Int Date Opp
1 Don Doll
4
at ChiC 10/23/49
2t Mike Lucci
3
at Min 11/13/66
2t Lem Barney
3
Min 12/17/67
2t Lem Barney
3
Chi 9/22/68
2t Mike Weger
3
Chi 9/22/68
2t Mike Lucci
3
at Chi 11/21/71
2t Dick Jauron
3
at Chi 11/18/73
2t Bobby Watkins 3
GB 1/2/83
2t Kurt Schulz
3
at Chi 9/24/00
2t Don Doll
3
SF 10/8/50
2t Don Doll
3
GB 11/19/50
Bal 11/7/53
2t Jimmy David
3
at Bal 10/6/56
2t Joe Schmidt
3
at LA 10/26/58
2t Gary Lowe
3
Cle 1/7/61*
2t Yale Lary
3
at GB 11/15/53
2t Yale Lary
3
at LA 10/28/56
*Bert Bell Playoff (Runner-Up) Bowl
Interception Return Yards, Career
RkPlayer
1 Lem Barney
56
1077 19.2 7
1967-77
1952-53, 56-64
2 Yale Lary
50
787 15.7 2
3 Dick LeBeau
62
762 12.3 3
1959-72
4 J. Robert Smith 29
719 24.8 3
1949-54
717 15.6 3
1951-58
Interception Return Yards, Season
RkPlayer
Int Yds Avg TD Year
1 Don Doll
11
301 27.4 1
1949
238 19.8 1
1953
3 Lem Barney
10
232 23.2 3
1967
4
Chris Houston5225
45.0
22011
5 J. Robert Smith 9
218 24.2 1
1949
DETROIT LIONS
Interception Return Yards, Game (Since 1960)
RkPlayer
Yds Int Opp Date
1 Dick Jauron
167 3
Chi 11/18/73
2 Devon Mitchell 107 2
GB 12/4/88
3t Bryant Westbrook 101 1
NE 11/23/00
3t Louis Delmas
101 1
Ari 12/20/09
5 Chris Houston 100 1
at Den 10/30/11
Interceptions Return for Touchdowns, Career
RkPlayer
1 Lem Barney
56
1077 19.2 7
1967-77
2 Mike Lucci
21
308 14.7 4
1965-73
4t Bob Smith
29
719 24.8 3
1965-66
717 15.6 3
1951-58
4t Dick LeBeau
62
762 12.3 3
1959-72
4t
Larry Hand 5110
22.0
31964-77
4t Levi Johnson
21
549 26.1 3
1973-77
4t Bryant Westbrook 12
239 19.9 3
1997-2001
Interceptions Return for Touchdowns, Season
RkPlayer
Int Yds Avg TD Year
1 Lem Barney
10
232 23.2 3
1967
2t
Wayne Rasmussen
5122
24.4
21965
2t
Larry Hand 263.021967
2t
Lem Barney 7168
24.0
21970
2t
Mike Lucci 57414.8
21971
2t
Levi Johnson5139
27.8
21974
2t
Reggie Brown28341.5
21997
2t
Chris Houston5225
45.0
22011
(Includes all players with interception return for a touchdown in season)
Longest Interception Return
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 Bob Smith
102t ChiB 11/24/49
2t Bryant Westbrook 101t NE 11/23/00
2t Louis Delmas
101t Ari 12/20/09
4 Chris Houston 100t at Den 10/30/11
5 Bennie Blades 98t at TB 9/29/96
6 Vern Huffman
97t Brk 10/17/37
7 Ray Crockett
96t Dal 10/27/91
8t Dick Jauron
95t at Chi 11/18/73
8t Don Doll
95t at Pit 10/8/49
10 Del Ritchhart
94t NYG 11/15/36
11 Jack Christiansen 92t LARm 11/1/53
12tDevon Mitchell 90t GB 12/4/88
12tBob Smith
90
at Pit 11/9/52
(Includes all players with 90-yard interceptions returns)
PUNTING RECORDS
Punts, Career
Rk Player Pnt Yds Avg Years
1 Nick Harris
694 29857 43.0 2003-10, 2012
2 Jim Arnold
536 22893 42.7 1986-93
3t Yale Lary
503 22279 44.3 1952-53, 56-64
3t John Jett
503 21494 42.7 1997-03
5 Herman Weaver 436 17715 40.6 1970-76
Most Punts, Season
RkPlayer
Pnt Yds Avg Year
1 Jim Arnold
97
4110 42.4 1988
2t Wilbur Summers 93
3420 36.8 1977
2t John Jett
93
4044 43.5 2000
4 Nick Harris
92
3765 40.9 2004
5 John Jett
91
3838 42.2 2002
Most Punts, Game
RkPlayer
Pnt Opp Date
1 Wilbur Summers 12
at SF 10/23/77
2 John Jett
11
at Car 9/15/02
3t George Grimes 10
at ChiB 10/17/48
3t Jerry DePoyster 10
at LA 11/3/68
3t Lem Barney
10
Min 11/27/69
3t Herman Weaver 10
Was 10/17/76
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3t Mike Black
10
LARd 12/10/84
3t Jim Arnold
10
at GB 12/15/91
3t Mark Royals
10
TB 9/8/96
3t John Jett
10
at Chi 9/24/00
3t John Jett
10
Atl 11/12/00
Gross Punting Average, Career (Min. 70 punts)
Rk Player Pnt Yds Avg Years
1 Sam Martin
140 6537 46.7 20132 Yale Lary
503 22279 44.29 1952-53, 56-64
3 Nick Harris
694 29857 43.02 2003-10, 2012
4 Mark Royals
126 5413 42.96 1995-96
5 John Jett
503 21494 42.73 1997-03
Gross Punting Average, Season (Min. 30 punts)
RkPlayer
Pnt Yds Avg Year
1 Yale Lary
35
1713 48.94 1963
2 Yale Lary
52
2519 48.44 1961
3 Sam Martin
72
3399 47.21 2013
4 Yale Lary
45
2121 47.13 1959
5 Yale Lary
67
3099 46.25 1964
Gross Punting Average, Game (Since 1960, Min.: 4 punts)
RkPlayer
Avg Opp Date
1 Yale Lary
57.25 SF 10/6/63
2 Yale Lary
53.60 Dal 10/13/63
3t Pat Studstill
53.00 Chi 9/11/66
3t Yale Lary
53.00 Bal 9/24/61
5 Nick Harris
52.60 Min 11/6/05
Net Punting Average, Career (Since 1976, Min.: 50 punts)
RkPlayer
Pnt Yds Avg Net In TBYears
1 Sam Martin
140 653746.740.3511520132 Nick Harris
694 2985743.0236.42210 48 2003-10, 2012
3 Jim Arnold
536 2289342.7136.0112453 1986-93
4 John Jett
503 2149442.7336.0815450 1997-03
5 Tom Skladany 268 1136342.4035.9464 23 1978-82
Net Punting Average, Season (Since 1976 Min.: 30)
RkPlayer
Pnt Yds Avg Net TB In Year
1 Sam Martin
72 339947.240.410222013
2 Sam Martin
68 313846.140.15 292014
3 Jim Arnold
46 2007 43.6339.634 17 1987
4 Nick Harris
66 2967 44.9538.189 18 2006
5 John Jett
91 3838 42.1838.017 29 2002
Punts Inside-the-20, Career (Since 1976)
RkPlayer
Pnt Yds Avg Net In TBYears
1 Nick Harris
694 2985743.0 36.42210 48 2003-10, 2012
2 John Jett
503 2149442.7336.0815450 1997-03
3 Jim Arnold
536 2289342.7136.0112453 1986-93
4 Tom Skladany 268 1136342.4035.9464 23 1978-82
5 Mike Black
272 1118141.1133.6159 27 1983-87
Punts Inside-the-20, Season (Since 1976)
RkPlayer
Pnt Yds Avg Net TB In Year
1 Nick Harris
84 3656 43.5236.862 34 2005
2 John Jett
93 4044 43.4835.5512 33 2000
3 Nick Harris
92 3765 40.9234.617 32 2004
4t John Jett
91 3838 42.1838.017 29 2002
4tSam Martin
68 313846.140.15 292014
Longest Punts
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 Bill Shepherd
85
NYG 11/15/36
2 Bill DeCorrevont 81
at Was 10/6/46
3 Pat Studstill
78
GB 10/8/67
4 Bob Smith 75
NYY 10/8/51
5t Yale Lary
74
at SF 9/13/64
5t Tom Skladany 74
Oak 9/27/81
DETROIT LIONS
PUNT RETURN RECORDS
Punt Returns, Career
RkPlayer
PR Yds Avg TD Years
1t Pete Mandley
143 1360 9.5 2
1984-88
1t Lem Barney
143 1312 9.2 2
1967-77
3 Mel Gray
132 1427 10.8 2
1989-94
4
Yale Lary 1267586.0 3 1952-53, 56-64
5 Robbie Martin 118 1118 9.5 2
1981-84
Most Punt Returns, Season
RkPlayer
PR Yds Avg TD Year
1 Robbie Martin 52
450 8.7 1
1981
2 Glyn Milburn
47
433 9.2 0
1997
3 Pete Mandley
43
420 9.8 1
1986
4 Pete Mandley
38
403 10.6 1
1985
5 Pete Mandley
37
287 7.8 0
1988
Punt Returns, Game (Since 1948)
RkPlayer
PR Opp Date
1t Eddie Payton
8
TB 11/20/77
1t Ray Williams
8
TB 12/14/80
1t Terry Fair
8
Phi 11/8/98
4t Ken Jenkins
7
GB 11/20/83
4t Robbie Martin 7
Min 10/21/84
4t Walter Stanley 7
NO 12/3/89
Punt Return Yards, Career
RkPlayer
PR Yds Avg TD Years
1 Mel Gray
132 1427 10.8 2
1989-94
2 Pete Mandley
143 1360 9.5 2
1984-88
3 Lem Barney
143 1312 9.2 2
1967-77
4 Robbie Martin 118 1118 9.5 2
1981-84
1084 12.8 8
1951-58
Most Punt Return Yards, Season
RkPlayer
PR Yds Avg TD Year
1 Walter Stanley 36
496 13.8 0
1989
2t Pat Studstill
29
457 15.8 0
1962
2t Desmond Howard 31
457 14.7 1
2000
4 Robbie Martin 52
450 8.7 1
1981
5 Glyn Milburn
47
433 9.2 0
1997
Punt Return Yards, Game (Since 1948)
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 Eddie Drummond 199 at Jac 11/14/04
2 Tom Watkins 184 SF 10/6/63
3 Jack Christiansen 175 GB 11/22/51
4 Robbie Martin 140 Pit 11/24/83
5 Jack Christiansen 126 LaRm 10/14/51
Punt Return Average, Career (Min. 40 returns)
RkPlayer
PR Yds Avg TD Years
1084 12.75 8
1951-58
3 Pat Studstill
59
716 12.14 0
1961-67
2 Desmond Howard 68
821 12.07 2
1999-02
4 Mel Gray
132 1427 10.81 2
1989-94
5 Tom Watkins
86
928 10.79 3
1962-67
Return Average, Season (Min. 20 returns)
RkPlayers
PR Yds Avg TD Year
1 Pat Studstill
29
457 15.76 0
1962
2 Mel Gray
25
385 15.40 1
1991
3 Desmond Howard 31
457 14.74 1
2000
4 Reggie Swinton 23
318 13.83 1
2003
5 Walter Stanley 36
496 13.78 0
1989
Punt Return Average, Game (Since 1960, Min. 3 punt returns)
RkPlayer
PR Yds Avg Opp Date
1 Tom Watkins
5
184 36.80 SF 10/6/63
2 Eddie Payton
3
105 35.00 Min 12/17/77
3 Dick Jauron
3
103 34.33 Chi 11/24/74
4 Eddie Drummond 6
199 33.17 at Jac 11/14/04
5 Desmond Howard 4
119 29.75 at NO 9/3/00
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Punt Returns for Touchdowns, Career
RkPlayer
PR Yds Avg TD
1084 12.8 8
2 Eddie Drummond 108 1058 9.8 4
3t Tom Watkins
86
928 10.8 3
3t
Yale Lary 1267586.0 3
5t Bill Dudley
30
448 14.9 2
5t Lem Barney
143 1312 9.2 2
5t Robbie Martin 118 1118 9.5 2
5t Pete Mandley
143 1360 9.5 2
5t Mel Gray
132 1427 10.8 2
821 12.1 2
Punt Returns for Touchdowns, Season
RkPlayer
PR Yds Avg TD
343 19.1 4
322 21.5 2
2t Tom Watkins
16
238 14.9 2
2t Eddie Drummond 24
316 13.2 2
Punt Return for Touchdowns, Game
RkPlayer
TD Opp Date
LaRm 10/14/51
GB 11/22/51
1t Eddie Drummond 2
at Jac 11/14/04
Longest Punt Returns
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 Desmond Howard 95t at NO 9/3/00
2 Tom Watkins
90t SF 10/6/63
3t Jack Christiansen 89t GB 11/22/51
3t Reggie Swinton 89t at Car 12/21/03
5 Eddie Payton
87t Min 12/17/77
6 Bill Dudley
84t at ChiB 10/19/47
7 Eddie Drummond 83t at Jac 11/14/04
8 Chuck DeShane 81t Bos 11/4/45
9t Pete Mandley
81t Atl 12/21/86
9t Robbie Martin 81t Pit 11/24/83
11 Desmond Howard 80
at Ind 10/29/00
(Includes all players with 80-yard punt returns)
KICKOFF RETURN RECORDS
Kickoff Returns, Career
RkPlayer
KR Yds Avg TD
1 Mel Gray
216 5478 25.4 5
3 Desmond Howard 155 3723 24.0 0
4 Alvin Hall
128 2819 22.0 1
5 Glyn Milburn
119 2942 24.7 0
Most Kickoff Returns, Season
RkPlayer
KR Yds Avg TD
1 Glyn Milburn
64
1627 25.4 0
2 Eddie Drummond 62
1349 21.8 0
1401 24.6 0
1446 25.4 0
5 Glyn Milburn
55
1315 23.9 0
Kickoff Returns, Game
RkPlayer
KR Opp Date
1 Aveion Cason
9
at SD 12/16/07
2 Mel Gray
8
Dal 11/8/92
3 Desmond Howard 8
at Pit 12/23/01
4 Derrick Williams 8
Sea 11/8/09
Kickoff Return Yards, Career
RkPlayer
KR Yds Avg TD
1 Mel Gray
216 5478 25.4 5
4 Glyn Milburn
119 2942 24.7 0
5 Alvin Hall
128 2819 22.0 1
DETROIT LIONS
Kickoff Return Yards, Season
RkPlayer
KR Yds Avg TD
1 Glyn Milburn
64
1627 25.4 0
2 Stefan Logan
73
1448 26.8 1
3 Desmond Howard 57
1446 25.4 0
4 Terry Fair
51
1428 28.0 2
5 Desmond Howard 57
1401 24.6 0
Kickoff Return Yards, Game
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 Wally Triplett 294 at LaRm10/29/50
2 Terry Fair
244 at GB 9/6/98
3 Desmond Howard 229 Cin 10/28/01
4 Desmond Howard 218 TB 9/17/00
Year
5 Eddie Drummond 210 at StL 10/1/06
1951
Kickoff Return Average, Career (Min. 50 returns)
1952
RkPlayer
KR Yds Avg TD
1964
1 Stefan Logan
91
2362 26.00 1
2004
2 Tom Vaughn
62
1595 25.73 0
3 Pat Studstill
75
1924 25.65 1
4 Lem Barney
50
1274 25.48 1
5 Mel Gray
216 5478 25.36 5
Kickoff Return Average, Season (Min. 20 returns)
RkPlayer
KR Yds Avg TD
1 Mel Gray
45
1276 28.36 3
2 Terry Fair
51
1428 28.00 2
3 Stefan Logan
54
1448 26.81 1
4 Lem Barney
25
670 26.80 1
5 Mel Gray
24
640 26.67 0
Kickoff Return Average, Game (Min. 3 kickoff returns)
RkPlayer
Avg Opp Date
1 Wally Triplett 73.50 at LaRm10/29/50
2 Desmond Howard 45.80 Cin 10/28/01
3 Mel Gray
43.50 Chi 10/23/94
4t Mel Gray
43.00 Min 12/17/94
4t Jeremy Ross
43.00 at Phi 12/8/13
Kickoff Returns for Touchdowns, Career
RkPlayer
KR Yds Avg TD
1 Mel Gray
216 5478 25.36 5
2t Bobby Williams 46
1219 26.50 2
2t Ron Jessie
47
1237 26.32 2
Years
2t Terry Fair
101 2516 24.91 2
1989-94
2t Eddie Drummond 213 5026 23.60 2
2002-06
1999-02
Most Kickoff Returns for Touchdowns, Season
1981-85, 87 RkPlayer
KR Yds Avg TD
1996-97
1 Mel Gray
45
1276 28.4 3
2t Ron Jessie
16
470 29.4 2
2t Terry Fair
51
1428 28.0 2
Year
2t Eddie Drummond 41
1092 26.6 2
1996
2006
Kickoff Returns for Touchdowns, Game
2000
RkPlayer
TD Opp Date
2001
1t Bill Jefferson 1
ChiB 11/23/41
1997
1t Ned Mathews 1
Phi/Pit 11/21/43
1t Art Van Tone
1
ChiB 11/19/44
1t Wally Triplett 1
at LARm10/29/50
1t Bill Bowman
1
Chi 9/26/54
1t Terry Barr
1
at LA 10/26/58
1t Pat Studstill
1
Chi 10/8/61
1t Lem Barney
1
at LARm11/3/68
1t Bobby Williams 1
Atl 11/9/69
1t Bobby Williams 1
Min 11/15/70
Years
1t Ron Jessie
1
Atl 10/3/71
1989-94
1t Ron Jessie
1
Chi 10/24/71
2002-06
1t Eddie Payton
1
Min 12/17/77
1999-02
1t Ray Williams
1
TB 12/14/80
1996-97
Alvin Hall
1
GB 12/12/82
1981-85, 87 1t
1t Mel Gray
1
TB 9/27/92
1t Mel Gray
1
Sea 10/17/93
Years
1951-58
2002-06
1962-67
1952-53, 56-64
1947-49
1967-77
1981-84
1984-88
1989-94
1999-02
Year
1996
2010-12
2001
1998
2000
Years
2010-12
1965-71
1961-67
1967-77
1989-94
Year
1994
1998
2010
1968
1989
Years
1989-94
1968-71
1971-74
1998-01
2002-06
Year
1994
1971
1998
2004
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1t Mel Gray
1
Chi 10/23/94
1t Mel Gray
1
GB 11/6/94
1t Mel Gray
1
Min 12/17/94
1t Johnnie Morton 1
at Mia 12/25/94
1t Terry Fair
1
at GB 9/6/98
1t Terry Fair
1
TB 9/28/98
1t Reggie Swinton 1
at Chi 10/26/03
1t Eddie Drummond 1
Hou 9/19/04
1t Eddie Drummond 1
at Min 11/21/04
1t Casey FitzSimmons1
Chi 9/30/07
1t Stefan Logan
1
StL 10/10/10
1t Jeremy Ross
1
at Phi 12/8/13
(Includes all players with 1 kickoff return for touchdowns in game)
Longest Kickoff Returns
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1t Terry Fair
105t TB 9/28/98
1t Stefan Logan
105t StL 10/10/10
3t Terry Barr (92) & 104t at LA 10/26/58
3t Gene Gedman (12)
5t Ron Jessie
102t Chi 10/24/71
5t Mel Gray
102t Chi 10/23/94
FUMBLE RETURNS FOR TOUCHDOWNS
Longest Fumble Return Touchdowns
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 Tracy Scroggins 81
at TB 12/23/95
2 Howie Weiss
78
Was 10/27/40
3t Monk Moscrip 67
CHiC 9/10/39
3t Dre’ Bly
67
Dal 10/19/03
5 Louis Delmas
65
at NO 9/13/09
6 Jim Allen
64
SF 12/17/78
7 Boss Bailey
62
at Car 12/21/03
8 Jack Johnson 60
CLE 11/7/37
9 Jimmy Williams 53
at NO 10/28/90
10tMike Weger
52
Atl 10/3/71
10tEd O’Neil
52
Chi 11/24/77
TACKLES RECORDS
Tackles, Career
RkPlayer
TT ST AT Year
1
Chris Spielman11387753631988-95
2
Bennie Blades 7895872021988-96
3
Ken Fantetti706
--1979-85
4 Doug English
696 -
-
1975-79, 81-85
5
Jimmy Williams6334821511982-90
Tackles, Season
RkPlayer
TT ST AT Year
1
Chris Spielman19512471 1994
2
Chris Spielman15311835 1988
3
DeAndre Levy 15111734 2014
4
Chris Spielman14897511993
5
Alvin Hall 14794531984
Tackles, Game
RkPlayer
TT Opp Date
1 Paul Naumoff
21
Cle 11/9/75
2 Ed O’Neil
18
Min 12/17/77
3t James Harrell 17
at Min 11/18/79
3t Chris Spielman 17
Min 12/17/94
3t Chris Spielman 17
at Dal 9/19/94
Note: Unofficial statistic compiled since 1973
SACKS RECORDS
Quarterback Sacks, Career
RkPlayer
Sk Years
1 Robert Porcher 95.5 1992-03
2 Al “Bubba” Baker 75.5 1978-82
3 Mike Cofer
62.5 1983-92
4 William Gay
61.0 1978-87
5 Tracy Scroggins 60.5 1992-01
DETROIT LIONS
Quarterback Sacks, Season (All 10+-sack seasons since 1982)
RkPlayer
Sk Year
1 Al “Bubba” Baker 23
1978
1980
1979
4 Robert Porcher 15.0 1999
5 William Gay
13.5 1983
Quarterback Sacks, Game
RkPlayer
Sk Opp Date
1 William Gay
5.5 at TB 9/4/83
2 Al “Bubba” Baker 5.0 TB 11/12/78
3t Al “Bubba” Baker 4.0 SD 10/22/78
3t Doug English
4.0 Den 11/23/78
3t AL “Bubba” Baker 4.0 Chi 11/22/79
3t Doug English
4.0 Min 12/12/82
3t Keith Ferguson 4.0 at Phi 11/16/86
8t Al “Bubba” Baker 3.5 Chi 11/27/80
8t Mike Cofer
3.5 at Chi 11/22/87
8t Robert Porcher 3.5 Ind 11/23/97
8t James Hall
3.5 at TB 12/9/01
Note: Sacks became official league statistic in 1982
SERVICE RECORDS
Seasons, Career
RkPlayer
G
Yrs Years
1 Jason Hanson 327 21
1992-2012
2 Wayne Walker 200 15
1958-72
3t Dick LeBeau
185 14
1959-72
3t Dominic Raiola 219 14
20015t Joe Schmidt
155 13
1953-65
5t Darris McCord 168 13
1955-67
5t Larry Hand
164 13
1965-77
5t Kevin Glover
177 13
1985-97
9t Alex Karras
161 12
1958-62, 64-70
9t Paul Naumoff
168 12
1967-78
9t Leonard Thompson 175 12
1975-86
9t Eddie Murray
174 12
1980-91
9t Robert Porcher 187 12
1992-2003
9t Cory Schlesinger 181 12
1995-2006
9t Jared DeVries 120 12
1999-2008
9t Jeff Backus
191 12
2001-2012
17tJim Martin
126 11
1951-61
17tYale Lary
133 11
1952-53, 56-64
17tJim Gibbons
140 11
1958-68
17tBob Kowalkowski 138 11
1966-76
17tLem Barney
140 11
1967-77
17tGreg Landry
102 11
1968-78
17tCharlie Weaver 142 11
1971-81
17tDexter Bussey 150 11
1974-84
17tLomas Brown 164 11
1985-95
17tHerman Moore 145 11
1991-2001
17tDon Muhlbach 164 11
2004Games, Career
RkPlayer
G
Yrs Years
1 Jason Hanson 327 21
1992-2012
2 Dominic Raiola 219 14
20013 Wayne Walker 200 15
1958-72
4 Jeff Backus
191 12
2001-12
5 Robert Porcher 187 12
1992-2003
6 Dick LeBeau
185 14
1959-72
7 Cory Schlesinger 181 12
1995-2006
8 Kevin Glover
177 13
1985-97
9 Leonard Thompson 175 12
1975-86
10 Eddie Murray
174 12
1980-91
11tDarris McCord 168 13
1955-67
11tPaul Naumoff
168 12
1967-78
13tLomas Brown 164 11
1985-95
13tLarry Hand
164 13
1965-77
13tDon Muhlbach 164 11
2004THE RECORD BOOK
TEAM RECORDS
SEASON
Rushing Attempts
RkYear G Att Yds Avg Lg TD
1 1934 13 632 27404.3 - 27
21981 165962795
4.75126
3 1936 12 591 28854.9 - 22
41980 165722599
4.55221
5t 1935 12 532 17733.3 - 15
5t1971 145322376
4.55215
5t 1975 14 532 21474.0 46t 10
Rushing Yards
1 1936 12 591 28854.9 - 22
21981 165962795
4.75126
3 1934 13 632 27404.3 - 27
41980 165722599
4.55221
5 1997 16 447 24645.5 82t 19
Rushing Average
1 1997 16 447 24645.51 82t 19
2 1990 16 366 19275.27 45t 19
31994 164062080
5.128512
4 1936 12 591 28854.88 - 22
51989 164212053
4.883423
Rushing Touchdowns
1 1934 13 632 27404.3 - 27
21981 165962795
4.75126
31989 164212053
4.93423
4 1936 12 591 28854.9 - 22
5t1956 125072011
4.04621
5t1980 165722599
4.55221
Passing Attempts
RkYear G Att CmpYds Pct TD Int Lg Rtg
1 2012 167404454927
60.122175781.5
22011 166664234814
63.5411673t97.2
32013 166343714650
58.529198784.2
42010 166333833810
60.5261687t82.0
52001 166093433969
56.318247669.6
Passing Completions
12012 167404454927
60.122175781.5
22011 166664234814
63.5411673t97.2
32010 166333833810
60.5261687t82.0
42006 165963724208
62.4212260t79.9
52013 166343714650
58.529198784.2
Passing Yards
12012 167404454927
60.122175781.5
22011 166664234814
63.5411673t97.2
32013 166343714650
58.529198784.2
41995 166053624360
59.8331291t92.9
52014 166043654284
60.4221273t85.9
Completion Percentage
12011 166664234814
63.51
411673t97.2
22007 165873684216
62.69
192291t79.4
32006 165963724208
62.42
212260t79.9
41993 164352642943
60.69
151993t74.1
52010 166333833810
60.51
261687t82.0
DETROIT LIONS
Passing Touchdowns
12011 166664234814
63.5411673t97.2
21995 166053624510
59.8331291t92.9
3t1951 123511582500
45.029246368.3
3t2013 166343714650
58.529198784.2
51963 144062022997
49.8262675t69.0
Passing Interceptions (Least)
11974 143772162475
57.311115674.8
2t1970 142941672121
56.819125884.0
2t1975 143621832240
50.6151265t70.0
2t1976 143562012630
56.5201274t84.6
2t1980 164232483287
58.6131287t81.7
2t1995 166053624510
59.8331291t92.9
2t2014 166043654284
60.4221273t85.9
Passing Interceptions (Most)
11943 10248931290
37.511377230.2
21945 10238871544
36.6153663t41.0
31947 123481672446
48.0233479t53.8
4t1942 112227389532.91 33518.2
4t1946 112861191674
41.6113388t34.4
Sacks Allowed, Least (Since 1960)
RkYear G Att CmpYds Pct TD Sk SkY Rtg
12003 165883192988
54.317116461.1
22002 16 577277316848.019 20 17457.9
32013 16 634371465058.529 23 16884.2
41967 14 351160182645.614 24 19552.5
51991 16 459252297454.916 25 11671.0
6t1965 14 374170208345.514 26 24946.7
6t1972 14 305155228350.819 26 14971.8
6t1987 15 509275315054.016 26 19462.1
6t1994 16 459250308554.524 26 16380.2
Sacks Allowed (Most - Since 1960)
RkYear G Att CmpYds Pct TD Sk SkY Rtg
11976 14 356201263056.520 67 49084.6
22001 16 609343396956.318 66 37369.6
31999 16 558326407458.422 64 38883.9
42006 16 596372420862.421 63 38879.9
51984 16 531298378756.119 61 48673.2
Passing Rating
12011 166664234814
63.5411673t97.2
21995 166053624510
59.8331291t92.9
32014 166043654284
60.4221273t85.9
41976 143562012630
56.5201274t84.6
52013 166343714650
58.529198784.2
Total Points
Rk Year G TD Ru Pa Int PR KR FR FGR FGB PB PATFG S 2ptPts
1 2011 165794150020 0 0542402 474
2 1995 1650163300010 0 0482811 436
3 1981 1646261811000 0 0462500 397
4 2013 1648152911110 0 0421922 395
5 1997 1643191930020 0 0392611 379
Total Touchdowns
Rk Year G TD Ru Pa Int PR KR FR FGR FGB PB PATFG S 2ptPts
1 2011 165794150020 0 0542402 474
2 1995 1650163300010 0 0482811 436
3 2013 1648152911110 0 0421922 395
4t1981 1646261811000 0 0462500 397
4t1990 1646192410020 0 0461700 373
THE RECORD BOOK
Total Yards
RkYear G Ply Yds Yds/G Rush Pass
12012 16 11606540408.816134927
22011 16 10586337396.115234814
32013 16 11026274392.117924482
41995 16 10246113382.117534360
51981 16 10765933370.827953138
Offensive Plays (Since 1941)
RkYear G Ply Yds Yds/G Rush Pass
1 2012 16 11606540 408.8 1613 4927
2 2013 16 11026274 392.1 1792 4482
3 1981 16 10765933 370.8 2795 3138
4 2010 16 10645463 338.9 1613 3810
5 2011 16 10586337 396.1 1523 4814
First Downs, Total (Since 1950)
RkYear
G FD RushPassPen
12012 16 38284 27226
22013 16 35010622123
3t1995 16 34991 23028
3t2011 16 34971 24434
51981 16 34016715023
First Downs, Rushing (Since 1950)
RkYear
G FD RushPassPen
11981 16 34016715023
21980 16 30814314322
31983 16 31513615623
41971 14 26913110434
51976 14 25912312016
First Downs, Passing (Since 1950)
RkYear
G FD RushPassPen
12012 16 38284 27226
22011 16 34971 24434
31995 16 34991 23028
42013 16 35010622123
52014 16 31072 21028
First Downs, Penalty (Since 1950)
RkYear
G FD RushPassPen
12005 16 25869 15138
2t1971 14 26913110434
2t2011 16 34971 24434
41987 15 27081 15633
51996 16 31710518032
Points (Defense, Least)
Rk Year G TD RuPa Ret PATFG S 2pt Pts
11934 13
-25- ----59
2 1936 1211362 9 7 00 102
31937 11
-84- ----105
41938 11
-69- ----108
5 1935 1213382 9 7 10 111
Total Yards (Defense, Least)
Rk Year
G Ply Yds Yds/GRush Pass
1 1934 13 637 1909146.81231678
2 1935 12 624 1970164.21039931
3 1937 11 552 2133193.91329804
4 1938 11 543 2186198.710811105
5 1940 11 558 2357214.313231034
Offensive Plays (Defense, Least)
Rk Year
G Ply Yds Yds/GRush Pass
1 1938 11 543 2186198.710811105
2 1937 11 552 2133193.91329804
3 1940 11 558 2357214.313231034
41945 10 5832527252.79121615
51982 9 5912722302.48541868
DETROIT LIONS
First Downs (Defense, Least - Since 1950)
RkYear
G FD RushPassPen
11982 9 162549612
21962 14 18062 10513
31956 12181818416
41969 14 18264 10117
51970 14 18661 11213
Interceptions
RkYear G Int Yds Avg TD
11953 123866317.42
21934 1333- - 2
3t1949 123265620.52
3t1952 123247714.92
51950 123148015.53
Interception Yards (Since 1940)
RkYear G Int Yds Avg TD
11953 123866317.42
21949 123265620.52
31973 142252223.71
41950 123148015.53
51952 123247714.92
Sacks (Since 1963)
Rk Year G Att Cmp Yds Pct TD IntSk SkY Sk/PPRtg
1 197816 350191229954.619 2255482 13.5872.6
2t196414 406226242455.714 2250482 10.9667.2
2t199916 574359376062.521 1650340 8.01 84.5
4 196514 344190209755.221 2649411 12.4767.3
5t198116 475261322354.922 2447373 9.00 73.8
5t198816 513337327965.717 1547393 8.39 85.5
Sack Yards (Since 1963)
Rk Year G Att Cmp Yds Pct TD IntSk SkY Sk/PPRtg
1t196414 406226242455.714 2250482 10.9667.2
1t197816 350191229954.619 2255482 13.5872.6
3 196514 344190209755.221 2649411 12.4767.3
4 196314 378183219748.417 2445400 10.6459.6
5 198816 513337327965.717 1547393 8.39 85.5
Penalties (Since 1950, Most)
RkYear G Pen PenY
11984 16 1381165
22010 16 1361018
31995 16 1341032
42011 16 1281075
51978 16 1251003
Penalty Yards (since 1950, Most)
RkYear G Pen PenY
11984 16 1381165
22001 16 1161081
32011 16 1281075
41995 16 1341032
51998 16 1211019
Penalties (Since 1950, Least)
RkYear G Pen PenY
11972 1448417
21955 1251526
3t1953 1252427
3t1958 1252513
5t1970 1458659
5t1982 9 58 548
Penalty Yards (Since 1950, Least)
RkYear G Pen PenY
11972 1448417
21953 1252427
31959 1265496
41958 1252513
51955 1251526
THE RECORD BOOK
SINGLE-GAME
Rushing Attempts
RkOpp
Att Date
1 at Pit
59 11/9/52
2Atl
57 10/3/71
3t at GB 56 10/6/57
3tGB
56 10/28/73
5t at GB 54 11/20/83
Rushing Yards
RkOpp
Yds Date
1Pit
42611/4/34
2NYY 37711/23/50
3 at LaRm 330 9/7/80
4 at Pit
321 11/9/52
5NO
3069/25/77
Rushing Touchdowns
RkOpp
TD Date
1tCnr
5 10/28/34
1tLAN 5 10/30/60
1tLAN 5 9/7/80
4tBRD 4 10/22/34
4tPIP
4 11/4/34
4tPhi
4 9/20/35
4tCHC
4 10/5/40
4tNYK 4 11/23/50
4tLAN 4 10/29/61
4tSF
4 10/29/67
4tChi
4 10/1/72
4tAtl
4 10/1/73
4tChi
4 10/30/83
4tMin
4 11/24/91
4tChi
4 11/27/97
4tCin
4 9/13/98
4tBal
4 10/9/05
4tJac
4 11/4/12
Passing Attempts
RkOpp
Att Date
1 at Chi 63 11/13/11
2 at Ari
62 11/18/01
3Hou 61 11/22/12
4 at GB 59 1/1/12
5Chi
57 10/9/88
Passing Completions
RkOpp
CmpDate
1 at Ten 43 9/23/12
2Atl
37 12/22/12
3t at Ari
36 11/18/01
3t at GB 36 1/1/12
5Min 35 9/16/07
6tGB
34 10/3/10
6tSea
34 10/28/12
6tCHI
34 11/27/14
Passing Yards (Net)
RkOpp
Yds Date
1 at GB 502 1/1/12
2Dal
48010/27/13
3Atl
44312/22/12
4 at Ten 442 9/23/12
5Ari
42911/18/01
Points
RkOpp
Pts PA Date
1Cle 591412/29/57#
2Chi 552011/27/97
3GB 523511/22/51
4at GB 521710/26/52
5tNYY 491411/23/50
5tCar 493511/20/11
DETROIT LIONS
Total Touchdowns
RkOpp
TD Date
1tNYY 7 11/23/50
1tGB
7 11/22/51
1t at GB 7 10/26/52
1tChi
7 11/27/97
1tCar
7 11/20/11
6tMin
6 12/9/78
6tPit
6 11/24/83
6tAri
6 9/7/03
6tKC
6 9/18/11
6t at Den 6 10/30/11
Total Yards
RkOpp
Yds Ru Pa Date
1Dal
62314348010/27/13
2NYY 59137721411/23/50
3at Ten 5831414429/23/12
4at GB 57573 5021/1/12
5at Bal 56519337212/3/50
Offensive Plays
RkOpp
Ply Ru Pa Date
1tat GB 92543811/23/50*
1tat Ten 9236559/23/12
3at ChiB 91474411/22/53
4Hou 87236411/22/12
5Phi 86384811/4/84*
First Downs
RkOpp
FD Ru Pa Pn Date
1at Ten 3611232 9/23/12
2GB 3318150 11/22/84
3at GB 322 273 1/1/12
4tWas 3017112 9/30/51
4tat Ari 304 224 11/18/01
4tDal 3014160 11/28/13
First Downs, Rushing
RkOpp
FD Date
1tWas 18 9/30/51
1t at LaRm 18 9/7/80
1tGB
18 11/22/84
First Downs, Passing
RkOpp
FD Date
1 at GB 27 1/1/12
2 at Ten 23 9/23/12
3 at Ari
22 11/18/01
4tMin
21 9/16/07
4tHou
21 11/22/12
4tAtl
21 12/22/12
First Downs, Penalty
RkOpp
FD Date
1Bal 8 10/9/05
2t at SF
6 10/23/77
2tDal
6 11/8/87
2tNYJ 6 11/7/10
5 MR: vs. TB 5 11/24/13
First Downs, Combined Both Teams
RkOpp
FD Det Opp)Date
1at GB 5932271/1/12
2at Ten 5736219/23/12
3Hou 55292611/22/12
4at SF 54252912/14/98
THE RECORD BOOK
Total Yards (Defense)
RkOpp
Yds Ru Pa Date
1
at ChiC14--9/15/40
2at Chi 2444-2011/22/81
3Min 60184211/24/88
4SF 6171-1010/6/63
5at GB 63603 10/28/73
Total Yards Allowed (Defense)
RkOpp
Yds Ru Pa Date
1Was 67619448211/4/90*
2KC
56631025610/14/90
3SF
56517239312/19/93
4tDal
5541024529/15/85
4tat Phi 5541733819/23/07
Rushing Yards (Defense)
RkOpp
Yds Date
1 at Pit
-3 11/9/52
2 at Ind 4 9/22/91
3CHI 13 11/27/14
4Atl
21 9/5/93
Net Passing Yards (Defense)
RkOpp
Yds Date
1 at TB
-31 9/9/78
2 at Chi -20 11/22/81
3SF
-1010/6/63
4 at GB -2 11/7/65
5 at GB 0 11/1/71
Sacks
RkOpp
Sk SkY Game
1tGB
11 102 11/22/62
1t at GB 11 109 11/7/65
1tat Phi 116911/16/86
4at Atl 106612/8/68
5 at GB 9 69 12/12/82
Sack Yards
RkOpp
Sk Yds Date
1 at GB 11 109 11/7/65
2GB
11 10211/22/62
3 at Min 9 96 10/11/64
4 at TB
7 94 9/9/78
5 at NYG 8 88 12/10/67
Fumbles
RkOpp
Fum Date
1Min 10 12/17/67
2tChiC 8 9/15/40
2t at GB 8 12/6/92
4t at Min 7 11/9/80
4t at Cin 7 12/11/83
Fumbles Lost
RkOpp. No. Date
1 at Min 6 11/24/63
2t MR: at Min 5 11/12/67
Passing Interceptions
RkOpp
Int Date
1GB
9 10/24/43
2tCle
7 9/23/01
2tChiB 7 11/22/42
2t at Cle 7 11/26/44
2tDen
7 10/7/84
Total Turnovers
RkOpp
No(Int/Fum) Date
1ChiB 12 11/22/42
2t GB
10 (9/1)
10/24/43
2t Den
10 (7/3)
10/7/84
DETROIT LIONS
Total Takeaways
RkOpp
TA Int Fum Date
1
Min 105512/9/62
2t
Was 86210/3/65
2t
at Sea 86210/24/76
4
SF 73410/8/78
Fumbles Recovered
RkOpp
FR Date
1tCle
6 9/29/40
1tGB
6 11/27/52
Interceptions
RkOpp
Int Date
1Chi
8 9/22/68
2t at GB 7 9/17/50
2t at LA
7 10/26/58
Interception Yards
RkOpp
Yds Int Date
1 at Chi 192 5 11/18/73
2 vs SF
142 6 11/4/73
3 at Cle 140 5 10/18/70
4 at LARm 130 7 10/26/58
5 at ChiC 128 5 10/23/49
*Overtime; # Strike/shortened season; MR: several times, most recent
OPPONENT RECORDS
INDIVIDUAL RECORDS
Rushing Attempts
RkPlayer
Att Opp Date
1 Cedric Benson 36
at Cin 12/6/09
2 Clinton Portis
34
Was 11/7/04
3t Steve Van Buren 33
Phi 10/3/49
3t Chuck Foreman 33
Min 12/17/77
3t Lamar Smith
33
Sea 11/17/96
Rushing Yards
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 O.J. Simpson
273 Buf 11/25/76
2 Michael Turner 220 at Atl 9/7/08
3 LeSean McCoy 217 at Phi 12/8/13
4 Barry Word
200 at KC 10/14/90
5 Eric Dickerson 199 at LaRm10/2/83
Rushing Touchdowns
RkPlayer
TD Opp Date
1t John Roland 3
at StL 10/1/67
1t Clinton Jones 3
at Min 11/15/70
1t Ed Podolak 3
KC 11/25/71
1t Kevin Long 3
at NYJ 9/16/79
1t Eric Dickerson 3
at LARm10/2/83
1t Vince Evans 3
at Was 10/23/83
1t George Wonsley 3
at Was 11/11/84
1t John Riggins 3
at Was 10/13/85
1t Reggie Cobb 3
at TB 11/10/91
1t Emmitt Smith 3
Dal 11/8/92
1t Bernie Parmalee 3
at Mia 12/25/94
1t Jamal Anderson 3
Atl 10/6/96
1t Priest Holmes 3
at KC 12/14/03
1t Jerome Bettis 3
at Pit 1/1/06
1t Corey Dillon
3
at NE 12/3/06
1t Artose Pinner
3
Min 12/10/06
1t Maur. Jones-Drew 3
Jac 11/9/08
1t LeSean McCoy 3
Phi 9/19/10
1t Chris Wells
3
at Ari 12/16/12
Longest Rush
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 Corey Dillon
96t Cin 10/28/01
2 Ahman Green
83t at GB 9/9/01
THE RECORD BOOK
3t Elmer Angman 82t
3t Tom Wilson
82t
5 Justin Forsett 81t
Passing Attempts
RkPlayer
Att
1 Chris Miller
66
2 Don Majkowski 60
3t Brad Johnson 54
3t Andrew Luck
54
5t Philip Rivers
53
5t Tom Brady
53
Passing Completions
RkPlayer
Cmp
1 Matt Hasselbeck 39
2 Tom Brady
38
3t Chris Miller
37
3t Jeff Garcia
37
5 Tony Romo
35
Passing Yards
RkPlayer
Yds
1 Matt Flynn
480
2 Daunte Culpepper 404
3 Sonny Jurgensen 403
4 Boomer Esiason 399
5 Warren Moon
398
Passing Touchdowns
RkPlayer
TD
1t Peyton Manning 6
1t Drew Brees
6
1t Matt Flynn
6
4t Norm Van Brocklin 5
4t Dave Krieg
5
Longest Pass
RkPlayer
Yds
1 Bill Wade
98t
Receptions
RkPlayer
Rec
1t Steve Largent 15
1t Jason Witten
15
3t Ralph Heywood 14
3t Andre Rison
14
5t Art Monk
13
5t Earnest Graham 13
Receiving Yards
RkPlayer
Yds
1 Jim Benton
303
2 Steve Largent 261
3 Kevin Curtis
221
4 Anquan Boldin 217
5 Sammy White 210
Receiving Touchdowns
RkPlayer
TD
1t Don Hutson
4
1t Paul Warfield
4
3t MR: Jordy Nelson 3
Interceptions
RkPlayer
Int
1t Sammy Baugh 4
1t Bobby Dillon
4
3t MR: Brian Williams 3
Points
RkPlayer
Pts
1 Don Hutson
31
2 Paul Warfield
24
3tMR: Adrian Peterson18
DETROIT LIONS
at ChiC 10/23/49
LaRm 10/12/58
Hou 11/22/12
Opp
at Atl
GB
at TB
Ind
SD
at NE
Date
12/24/89
11/12/89
12/9/01
12/2/12
12/24/11
11/23/14
Opp
at Sea
at NE
at Atl
TB
Dal
Date
11/8/09
11/23/14
12/24/89
10/21/07
12/9/07
Opp
at GB
Min
Phi
at Cin
Hou
Date
1/1/12
12/19/04
12/17/61
11/19/89
10/5/86
Opp Date
Ind 11/25/04
at NO 9/13/09
at GB 1/1/12
at LaRm10/29/50
at Sea 12/2/84
Opp Date Receiver
Chi 10/8/61 John Farrington
Opp
Sea
Dal
NYB
Atl
Was
TB
Date
10/18/87
12/9/07
12/4/49
9/4/94
11/4/90
10/21/07
Opp
Cle
Sea
at Phi
Ari
at Min
Date
11/22/45
10/18/87
9/23/07
9/7/03
11/7/76
Opp
at GB
at Mia
at GB
Date
10/7/45
12/15/73
1/1/12
Opp
at Was
GB
at Min
Date
11/14/43
11/26/53
11/23/03
Opp
at GB
at Mia
Min
Date
10/7/45
12/15/73
9/8/13
Punts
RkPlayer
Pnt
1 Carl Kinscherf 14
2 Beryl Clark
12
3 Bob Parsons
11
Punt Returns
RkPlayer
PR
1t Cleo. Montgomery 9
1t Steve Smith
9
3t Joe Arenas
8
3t Hugh McElhenny 8
3t Danny Reece
8
3t Jeff Fisher
8
3t Tim Dwight
8
3t Leon Johnson 8
Kickoff Returns
RkPlayer
KR
1 Qadry Ismail
8
2t Abe Woodson 7
2t Vic Washington 7
2t Steve Odom
7
2t Oliver Ross
7
2t Robert Smith
7
2t Tyrone Hughes 7
2t David Palmer
7
2t Michael Lewis 7
2t Chris Carr
7
2t Devin Hester
7
2t Jordy Nelson
7
Sacks
RkPlayer
Sk
1t Rickey Jackson 4
1t Wayne Martin 4
1t Marcus Jones 4
1t Kevin Williams 4
Field Goals
RkPlayer
FG
1 Justin Tucker
6
2t Bob Waterfield 5
2t Roger LeClerc 5
2t Jan Stenerud
5
2t Gary Anderson 5
2t Jay Feely
5
2t Mason Crosby 5
50+-Yard Field Goals
RkPlayer
FG
1t Paul McFadden 2
1t Nick Lowery
2
1t Paul Edinger
2
1t Martin Gramatica 2
1t Dan Bailey
2
Longest Field Goal
RkPlayer
Yds
1 Tom Dempsey 63
Fumbles Recovered
RkPlayer
FR
1 Corwin Clatt
3
TEAM RECORDS
Rushing Attempts
RkTeam
Att
1tChi
60
1t at Pit
60
3SF
56
4t MR: at Chi
55
Opp
NYG
at ChiC
at Chi
Date
11/7/43
9/15/40
11/22/81
Opp
LARd
at Car
SF
at SF
at TB
Chi
Atl
SD
Date
12/10/84
9/15/02
10/16/55
11/2/58
9/1/79
12/16/84
11/22/00
12/7/03
Opp
Min
SF
SF
at GB
at Sea
Min
at Chi
Min
NO
at Oak
Chi
at GB
Date
11/23/95
9/23/62
11/4/73
9/29/74
10/24/76
12/17/94
9/14/97
10/17/99
9/29/02
9/9/07
9/30/07
10/3/10
Opp
NO
at NO
at TB
at Min
Date
9/18/88
9/21/97
10/19/00
10/12/08
Opp Date
Bal 12/16/13
at LARm12/9/51
at Chi 12/3/61
Min 9/23/84
at Min 9/20/98
at Atl 12/22/02
at GB 10/6/13
Opp
Phi
KC
Chi
at TB
Dal
Date
11/4/84
11/26/87
12/24/00
10/19/00
10/27/13
Opp Date
at NO 11/8/70
Opp Date
ChiC 11/6/49
Date
11/5/50
9/16/73
10/25/53
11/10/85
THE RECORD BOOK
Most Rushing Yards
RkTeam
1 at GB
2 at SF
3Chi
4 at Atl
5Bal
Rushing Touchdowns
RkTeam
1 at Chi
2SF
Passing Attempts
RkTeam
1 at Atl
2Was
3Dal
4GB
5tTB
5tInd
Passing Completions
RkTeam
1Was
2tDal
2tSea
4t at Atl
4tTB
Net Passing Yards
RkTeam
1Was
2 at GB
3Dal
4 at Cin
5 at ChiC
Passing Touchdowns
RkTeam
1t at GB
1t at LaRm
1tInd
1t at NO
1t at GB
6t at Bal
6t at Sea
Interceptions
RkTeam
1 GB 2t Chi 2t at Cle 2t at Cle 2t Den 6 Bal Points
RkTeam
1 at LaRm
2 at Dal
3 at GB^ 4t at ChiC
4t at Phi
^ at Milwaukee
Total Touchdowns
RkTeam
1 at LaRm
Punts
RkTeam
1 at ChiC
2 at Chi
Yds
366
328
324
318
316
Date
10/26/47
12/14/98
11/5/50
9/7/08
10/19/58
TD
7
6
Date
10/19/41
10/1/61
Att
66
63
62
60
54
54
Date
12/24/89
11/4/90
9/15/85
11/12/89
12/9/01
12/2/12
Cmp
43
40
40
37
37
Date
11/4/90
9/15/85
11/8/09
12/24/89
10/21/07
Yds
482
469
452
447
430
Date
11/4/90
1/1/12
9/15/85
11/19/89
9/28/47
TD
6
6
6
6
6
5
5
Date
10/7/45
10/29/50
11/25/04
9/13/09
1/1/12
10/16/66
12/2/84
Int
9
7
7
7
7
6
Date
10/24/43
11/22/42
9/23/01
11/26/44
10/7/84
12/3/50
Pts
65
59
57
56
56
Date
10/29/50
9/15/68
10/7/45
11/7/48
9/23/06
TD
9
Date
10/29/50
Sacks
RkTeam
Sk
1t at Chi
12
1tChi
12
3Dal
11
4 at Phi
10
5t MR: Mia
8
Total Yards (Offense)
RkTeam
Yds
1Was
676
2 at KC
566
3SF
565
4Dal
554
5 at Min
553
Total Yards (Defense)
RkTeam
Yds
1 at ChiC
16
2Min
60
Rushing Yards (Defense)
RkTeam
Yds
1 at ChiC -53 2 at Ari
-18
3 at ChiC -10 4Min
-3
5 at Min
16
Passing Yards (Defense)
RkTeam
Yds
1Min
0
2 at SF
1
3Was
13
4tNYG
14
4t at Chi
14
Turnovers (Takeaways)
RkTeam
TA
1Chi
12*
Total 1st Downs (Defense)
RkTeam
FD
1Phi
0
Date
11/20/60
12/16/84
10/6/75
9/23/07
11/23/06
Date
11/4/90
10/14/90
12/19/93
9/15/85
11/6/88
Date
10/17/43
11/24/88
Date
10/17/43
11/11/07
9/15/40
12/10/06
1/2/00
Date
10/10/37
11/2/69
10/3/65
12/7/58
11/20/60
Date
11/22/42
Date
9/20/35
Punts Date
16
9/15/40
11
11/22/81
DETROIT LIONS
THE RECORD BOOK
PLAYOFF RECORDS
POSTSEASON SUMMARIES
Overall Record: 7-12; Home: 5-1 Away: 2-11
1935 NFL CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT STADIUM
DECEMBER 15, 1935; ATTENDANCE: 15,000
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
New York Giants
0 7 0 0
7
Detroit Lions
130 013 26
1952 NFL PLAYOFF GAME
BRIGGS (TIGER) STADIUM
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Los Angeles Rams
0 7 0 14
21
Detroit Lions
7 7 10 7
31
MUNICIPAL STADIUM
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Detroit Lions
07 73 17
Cleveland Browns
00 70 7
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Cleveland Browns
03 76 16
Detroit Lions
73 07 17
MUNICIPAL STADIUM
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Detroit Lions
37 00 10
Cleveland Browns
14 21 14 7
56
1957 NFL PLAYOFF GAME
KEZAR STADIUM
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Detroit Lions
0 7 14 10
31
San Francisco 49ers
14 10 3 0
27
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Cleveland Browns
07 70 14
Detroit Lions
1714 1414 59
1970 NFC DIVISIONAL PLAYOFF GAME
COTTON BOWL
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Detroit Lions
00 00 0
Dallas Cowboys
30 02 5
1982 NFC FIRST-ROUND PLAYOFF GAME
RFK STADIUM
JANUARY 8, 1983; ATTENDANCE: 55,045
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Detroit Lions
00 70 7
Washington Redskins
10 14 7 0
31
DETROIT LIONS
CANDLESTICK PARK
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Detroit Lions
36014 23
San Francisco 49ers
7 7 3 7
24
PONTIAC SILVERDOME
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Dallas Cowboys
33 00 6
Detroit Lions
710147 38
1991 NFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
RFK STADIUM
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Detroit Lions
0 10 0 0
10
Washington Redskins
10 7 10 14
41
PONTIAC SILVERDOME
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Green Bay Packers
0 7 14 7
28
Detroit Lions
37 77 24
LAMBEAU FIELD
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Detroit Lions
00 39 12
Green Bay Packers
7 3 3 3
16
VETERANS STADIUM
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Detroit Lions
7 0 14 16
37
Philadelphia Eagles
731137 58
HOULIHAN’S STADIUM
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Detroit Lions
00 37 10
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
3 10 7 0
20
FEDEX FIELD
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Detroit Lions
00013 13
Washington Redskins
14 13 0 0
27
2011 NFC WILD CARD PLAYOFF GAME
MERCEDES-BENZ SUPERDOME
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Detroit Lions
77 77 28
New Orleans Saints
0 10 14 21
45
2014 NFC WILD CARD PLAYOFF GAME
AT&T STADIUM
1Q2Q 3Q4Q OTFinal
Detroit Lions
143300 20
Dallas Cowboys
0 7 7 10 0 24
THE RECORD BOOK
POSTSEASON SINGLE-GAME RECORDS
Rushing Attempts
RkPlayer
Att Opp Date
1 Barry Sanders 27
GB 1/8/94
2 Billy Sims
20
at SF 12/31/83
3 Barry Sanders 18
TB 12/28/97
4 Bob Hoernshemeyer 17
Cle 12/27/53
5 Barry Sanders 13
at GB 12/31/97
Rushing Yards Gained
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 Barry Sanders 169 GB 1/8/94
2 Billy Sims
114 at SF 12/31/83
3 Doak Walker
97
at Cle 12/28/52)
4 Thomas Tracy 86
at SF 12/22/57
5 Barry Sanders 69
Dal 1/5/92
Rushing Touchdowns
RkPlayer
TD Opp Date
1t Pat Harder
2
LARm 12/21/52
1t Thomas Tracy 2
at SF 12/22/57
1t Billy Sims
2
SF 12/31/83
Longest Rush
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 Doak Walker
67t at Cle 12/28/52
2 Thomas Tracy 58t at SF 12/22/57
3 Billy Sims
56
at SF 12/31/83
4 Barry Sanders 47t Dal 1/5/92
5 Barry Sanders 44
GB 1/8/94
Passing Attempts
RkPlayer
Att Opp Date
1 Gus Frerotte
46
at Was 1/8/00
2 Matthew Stafford 43
at NO 1/7/12
3t Bobby Layne
42
at Cle 12/26/54
3t Matthew Stafford 42
at Dal 1/4/15
5t Eric Hipple
38
at Was 1/8/83
5t Gary Danielson 38
at SF 12/31/83
5t Erik Kramer
38
Dal 1/5/92
Passing Completions
RkPlayer
Cmp Opp Date
1 Erik Kramer
29
Dal 1/5/92
at NO 1/7/12
at Dal 1/4/15
4 Gary Danielson 24
at SF 12/31/83
5t Eric Hipple
22
at Was 1/8/83
5t Erik Kramer
22
GB 1/8/94
Passing Yards
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 Matthew Stafford 380 at NO 1/7/12
2 Erik Kramer
341 Dal 1/5/92
3 Matthew Stafford 323 at Dal 1/4/15
4 Eric Hipple
298 at Was 1/8/83
5 Tobin Rote
280 Cle 12/29/57
Passing Touchdowns
RkPlayer
TD Opp Game
1 Tobin Rote
4
Cle 12/29/57
2t Erik Kramer
3
Dal 1/5/92
2t Don Majkowski 3
at Phi 12/30/95
at NO 1/7/12
RkPlayer
Int Opp Date
1 Bobby Layne
6
at Cle 12/26/54
2 Gary Danielson 5
at SF 12/31/83
3t Bobby Layne
4
at Cle 12/28/52
3t Scott Mitchell 4
at Phi 12/30/95
5t Bobby Layne
2
Cle 12/27/53
5t Eric Hipple
2
at Was 1/8/83
5t Erik Kramer
2
GB 1/8/94
DETROIT LIONS
5t Don Majkowski 2
Longest Pass
RkPlayer
Yds
1 Tobin Rote
78t
2 Don Majkowski 68t
3 Gus Frerotte
58
4t Bobby Layne
51
4t Matthew Stafford 51t
6 Eric Hipple
48
Receptions
RkPlayer
Rec
1 Calvin Johnson 12
2 Brett Perriman 10
3t Steve Junker
8
3t Willie Green
8
5t Herman Moore 7
5t Aubrey Matthews 7
5t Johnnie Morton 7
Receiving Yards
RkPlayer
Yds
1 Calvin Johnson 211
4 Herman Moore 133
5 Willie Green
115
RkPlayer
TD
1t Steve Junker
2
1t Willie Green
2
1t David Sloan
2
1t Calvin Johnson 2
Longest Reception
RkPlayer
Yds
1 Jim Doran
78t
2 Herman Moore 68t
3t Herman Moore 58
3t Doak Walker
51
5 Golden Tate
51t
6 Leonard Thompson 48
Interceptions
RkPlayer
Int
1t 16 times, MR
1t Stephen Boyd 1
1t Corwin Brown 1
Longest Interception
RkPlayer
Yds
1 Melvin Jenkins 41t
2 Mike Weger
31
3 Bobby Watkins 24
4 Joe Schmidt
16
5 Melvin Jenkins 15t
Points
RkPlayer
Pts
1 Pat Harder
19
2t Thomas Tracy 12
2t Steve Junker
12
2t Billy Sims
12
2t Willie Green
12
2t David Sloan
12
8t Doak Walker
11
8t James Martin 11
8t Eddie Murray
11
at Phi 12/30/95
at NO 1/7/12
Opp
Cle
at Phi
at Was
LARm
at Dal
at Was
Date Receiver
12/29/57 Jim Doran
12/30/95 Herman Moore
1/8/00 Herman Moore
12/21/52 Doak Walker
1/4/15 Golden Tate
1/8/83 Leonard Thompson
Opp
at NO
GB
at SF
vs Dal
at Was
at Phi
at Phi
at Phi
Date
1/7/12
1/8/94
12/22/57
1/5/92
1/8/83
12/30/95
12/30/95
12/28/97
Opp
at NO
GB
at Was
at Phi
Dal
Date
1/7/12
1/8/94
1/8/83
12/30/95
1/5/92
Opp
Cle
Dal
at Phi
at NO
Date
12/29/57
1/5/92
12/30/95
1/7/12
Opp
Cle
at Phi
at Was
LARm
at Dal
at Was
Date Passer
12/29/57 Tobin Rote
12/30/95 Don Majkowski
1/8/00 Gus Frerotte
12/21/52 Bobby Layne
1/4/15 Matthew Stafford
1/8/83 Eric. Hipple
Opp Date
at Was 1/8/00
at Was 1/8/00
Opp
Dal
at Dal
at SF
at SF
GB
Date
1/5/92
12/26/70
12/31/83
12/22/57
1/8/94
Opp
LARm
at SF
Cle
at SF
Dal
at Phi
at NO
Cle
Cle
at SF
Date
12/21/52
12/22/57
12/29/57
12/31/83
1/5/92
12/30/95
1/7/12
12/27/53
12/29/57
12/31/83
THE RECORD BOOK
Total Touchdowns
RkPlayer
TD
1t Pat Harder
2
1t Thomas Tracy 2
1t Steve Junker
2
1t Billy Sims
2
1t Willie Green
2
1t David Sloan
2
1t Calvin Johnson 2
Field Goals
RkPlayer
FG
1 Eddie Murray
3
Longest Field Goal
RkPlayer
FG
1 Eddie Murray
54
2 Jason Hanson 47
3 Pat Harder
43
4 Matt Prater
39
Punts
RkPlayer
Pnt
1t Herman Weaver 8
1t Greg Montgomery 8
3 John Jett
7
4t Robert Smith
6
4t Earl Girard
6
Punting Yards
RkPlayer
Yds
1 Herman Weaver 391
2 John Jett
298
3 Greg Montgomery 292
4 Earl Girard
248
5 Robert Smith
245
Punting (Gross) Average
RkPlayer
Avg
1 Herman Weaver 48.8
2 Jim Arnold
48.3
3 Jim Arnold
47.0
4 Jim Arnold
46.2
5 Robert Smith
43.8
Longest Punt
RkPlayer
Yds
1 Yale Lary
73
2 Herman Weaver 61
3 Jim Arnold
58
4 Mike Black
51
5t Jim Arnold
50
5t Yale Lary
50
Punt Returns
RkPlayer
PR
1 Lem Barney
5
2 Robbie Martin 4
3 Mel Gray
3
Punt Return Yards
RkPlayer
Yds
1 Robbie Martin 30
2 Mel Gray
26
3 Mel Gray
22
4 Lem Barney
20
5 Mel Gray
17
Longest Punt Return
RkPlayer
Yds
1 Mel Gray
22
2 Mel Gray
17
3t Mel Gray
13
3t Glyn Milburn
13
3t Iheanyi Uwaezuoke 13
DETROIT LIONS
Opp
LARm
at SF
Cle
at SF
Dal
at Phi
at NO
Date
12/21/52
12/31/57
12/29/57
12/31/83
1/5/92
12/30/95
1/7/12
Opp Date
at SF 12/31/83
Opp
at SF
GB
LARm
at Dal
Date
12/31/83
1/8/94
12/21/52
1/4/15
Opp
at Dal
at GB
at Was
at Cle
at Cle
Date
12/26/70
12/31/94
1/8/99
12/28/52
12/26/54
Opp
at Dal
at Was
at GB
at Cle
at Cle
Date
12/26/70
1/8/00
12/31/94
12/26/54
12/28/52
Opp
at Dal
GB
at Was
Dal
LARm
Date
12/26/70
1/8/94
1/12/92
1/5/92
12/21/52
Opp
Cle
at Dal
Dal
at SF
GB
at SF
Date
12/27/53
12/26/70
1/5/92
12/31/83
1/8/94)
12/22/57
Opp
at Dal
at SF
at Was
Date
12/26/70
12/31/83
1/12/92
Opp
at SF
Dal
GB
at Dal
at GB
Date
12/31/83
1/5/92
1/8/94
12/26/70
12/31/94
Opp
GB
at GB
Dal
at Phi
at Was
Date
1/8/94
12/31/94
1/5/92
12/28/97
1/8/00
Kickoff Returns
RkPlayer
KR Opp Date
1t Ron Rivers
6
at Phi 12/30/95
1t Alvin Hall
6
at Was 1/8/83
3t Ty Talton
5
at Was 1/8/00
3t Glyn Milburn
5
at Phi 12/28/97
3t Mel Gray
5
at Was 1/12/92
Kickoff Return Yards
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 Mel Gray
159 at GB 12/31/94
2 Glyn Milburn
140 at Phi 12/28/97
3 Mel Gray
134 at Was 1/12/92
4 Alvin Hall
123 at Was 1/8/83
5 Ty Talton
114 at Was 1/8/00
Longest Kickoff Return
RkPlayer
Yds Opp Date
1 Mel Gray
69
at GB 12/31/94
2 Mel Gray
55
at Was 1/12/92
3 Glyn Milburn
50
at Phi 12/28/97
4 Ron Rivers
40
at Phi 12/30/95
LARm 12/21/52
POSTSEASON CAREER RECORDS
Rushing Attempts
RkPlayer
Att Years
1 Barry Sanders 91
1989-98
2 Bob Hoernschemeyer37
1950-55
3 Bobby Layne
33
1950-58
4 Billy Sims
26
1980-84
5 Doak Walker
23
1950-55
Rushing Yards
RkPlayer
Yds Years
1 Barry Sanders 386 1989-98
2 Doak Walker
146 1950-55
3 Bob Hoernschemeyer123 1950-55
4 Bobby Layne
120 1950-58
5 Billy Sims
114 1980-84
Rushing Touchdowns
RkPlayer
TD Years
1t Billy Sims
2
1980-84
1t Gene Gedman 2
1953,56-58
1t Thomas Tracy 2
1956-57
1t Doak Walker
2
1950-55
1t Pat Harder
2
1951-53
Passing Attempts
RkPlayer
Att Years
1 Erik Kramer
102 1991-93
2 Bobby Layne
97
1950-58
20094 Scott Mitchell 54
1994-98
5 Tobin Rote
49
1957-59
Passing Completions
RkPlayer
Cmp Years
1 Erik Kramer
72
1991-93
20093 Bobby Layne
46
1950-58
4 Tobin Rote
28
1957-59
5 Gary Danielson 24
1976-84
Passing Yards
RkPlayer
Yds Years
1 Erik Kramer
838 1991-93
2 Matthew Stafford 703 20093 Bobby Layne
568 1950-58
4 Tobin Rote
494 1957-59
5 Eric Hipple
298 1980-89
THE RECORD BOOK
Passing Touchdowns
RkPlayer
TD
1t Tobin Rote
5
1t Erik Kramer
5
4 Don Majkowski 3
RkPlayer
Int
1 Bobby Layne
12
2t Scott Mitchell 5
2t Erik Kramer
5
2t Gary Danielson 5
6t Gus Frerotte
2
6t Don Majkowski 2
6t Eric Hipple 2
Receptions
RkPlayer
Yds
1 Herman Moore 27
2 Brett Perriman 25
3 Barry Sanders 21
4 Calvin Johnson 17
5 Willie Green
14
Receiving Yards
RkPlayer
Yds
1 Herman Moore 474
2 Brett Perriman 299
4t Jim Doran
247
RkPlayer
TD
1t Willie Green
3
1t Steve Junker
3
3t Jim Doran
2
3t Brett Perriman 2
3t Herman Moore 2
3t David Sloan
2
3t Calvin Johnson 2
Interceptions
RkPlayer
Int
1 Joe Schmidt
3
2 Melvin Jenkins 2
Scoring
RkPlayer
Pts
1t Pat Harder
24
1t Eddie Murray
24
3 Jason Hanson 22
4 Doak Walker
21
5t Willie Green
18
5t Steve Junker
18
Total Touchdowns
RkPlayer
TD
1t Willie Green
3
1t Steve Junker
3
Field Goals
RkPlayer
FG
1 Eddie Murray
5
2 Jason Hanson 3
3t Doak Walker
2
3t Pat Harder
2
3t James Martin 2
3t Matt Prater
2
DETROIT LIONS
Years
1957-59
1991-93
20091995-96
Years
1950-58
1994-98
1991-93
1976-84
20091999
1995-96
1908-89
Years
1991-01
1991-96
1989-98
20071991-93
Years
1991-01
1991-96
20071951-59
1975-86
2007Years
1991-93
1957, 59-61
1951-59
1991-96
1991-01
1995-01
2007Years
1953-65
1991-93
Years
1951-53
1980-91
1992-12
1950-55
1991-93
1957, 59-61
Years
1991-93
1957, 59-61
Years
1980-91
1992-2012
1950-55
1951-53
1951-61
2014-
Punts
RkPlayer
Pnt Years
1 Robert Smith
14
1949-54
2t John Jett
11
1997-2003
2t Jim Arnold
11
1986-93
3t Herman Weaver 8
1970-76
3t Yale Lary
8
1952-53, 56-64
3t Greg Montgomery 8
1994
Punting Yards
RkPlayer
Pnt Years
1 Robert Smith
589 1949-54
2 Jim Arnold
517 1986-93
3t John Jett
448 1997-2003
3t Herman Weaver 391 1970-76
5 Yale Lary
316 1952-53, 56-64
Punting Average
RkPlayer
Avg Years
1 Herman Weaver 48.8 1970-76
2 Jim Arnold
47.0 1986-93
3 Robert Smith
43.6 1953-54
4 Robert Smith
42.1 1949-54
5 Earl Girard
41.3 1952-56
Punt Returns
RkPlayer
PR Years
1 Mel Gray
7
1989-94
2 Robbie Martin 6
1981-84
3 Lem Barney
5
1967-77
4 Yale Lary
4
1952-53, 56-64
Punt Return Yards
RkPlayer
Yds Years
1 Mel Gray
78
1989-94
2 Robbie Martin 43
1981-84
3 Lem Barney
20
1967-77
4 Yale Lary
19
1952-53, 56-64
5 Iheanyi Uwaezuoke 13
1999
Kickoff Returns
RkPlayer
KR Years
1 Mel Gray
15
1989-94
2 Alvin Hall
8
1981-85, 87
3 Ron Rivers
6
1995-99
4t Ty Talton
5
1999
4t Glyn Milburn
5
1996-97
RkPlayer
Yds Years
1 Mel Gray
372 1989-94
2 Alvin Hall
168 1981-85, 87
3 Glyn Milburn
140 1996-97
4t Ty Talton
114 1999
4t Ron Rivers
108 1995-99
TOP POSTSEASON PERFORMANCES
300+ Yards Passing
Date Opp Player
Yds CmpAtt
1/5/92 Dal
Erik Kramer
341 29 38
1/7/12 at NO Matthew Stafford 380 28 43
1/4/15 at Dal Matthew Stafford 323 28 42
100+ Yards Rushing
Date Opp Player
YdsAtt
12/31/83 at SF Billy Sims
114 20
1/8/94 GB
Barry Sanders
169 27
THE RECORD BOOK
100+ Yards Receiving
Date Opp Player
YdsRec
12/29/57 Cle
Jim Doran
101 3
12/29/57 Cle
Steve Junker
109 5
1/1/83 at Was Leonard Thompson 150 7
1/5/92 Dal
Willie Green
115 8
1/8/94 GB
Brett Perriman
150 10
12/30/95 at Phi Herman Moore
133 7
1/7/12 at NO Calvin Johnson
211 12
POSTSEASON TEAM RECORDS
First Downs, Total
Rk
FD Opp Date
1
26
at Phi 12/30/95
2
25 GB 1/8/94
3
23 Dal 1/5/92
4t
22
at SF 12/22/57
4t
22 Cle 12/29/57
4t
22
at SF 12/31/83
4t
22
at NO 1/7/12
First Downs, Rushing
Rk
FD Opp Date
1t
9 GB 1/8/94
1t
9
at SF 12/31/83
1t
9 Cle 12/29/57
First Downs, Passing
Rk
FD Opp Date
1t
20
at Phi 12/3/95
1t
20
at NO 1/7/12
3
19
at Dal 1/5/92
4t
14 GB 1/8/94
4t
14
at Dal 1/4/15
Total Net Yards
Rk
Yds Opp Date
1
438 Cle 12/29/57
2
422 at Phi 12/30/95
3
421 Dal 1/5/92
4t
412 at SF 12/31/83
4t
412 at NO 1/7/12
Rushing Yards
Rk
Yds Opp Date
1
235 NYG 12/15/35
2
199 at Cle 12/28/52
3
188 at SF 12/31/83
4
175 GB 1/8/94
5
173 LARm12/21/52
Passing Yards
Rk
Yds Opp Date
1
380 at NO 1/7/12
2
350 at Phi 12/30/95
3
337 vs Dal 1/5/92
4
323 at Dal 1/4/15
5
296 vs Cle 12/29/57
Passing Attempts
Rk
Att Opp Date
1
52
at Phi 12/30/95
2
46
at Was 1/8/00
3
44
at Cle 12/26/54
4
43
at NO 1/7/12
5t
42
at Was 1/12/92
5t
42
at Dal 1/4/15
DETROIT LIONS
Passing Completions
Rk
Cmp Opp Date
1
29 Dal 1/5/92
2t
28
at NO 1/7/12
2t
28
at Dal 1/4/15
4
27
at Phi 12/30/95
5
25
at Was 1/12/92
Total Yards Allowed, Defense
Rk
Yds Opp Date
1
194 NYG 12/15/35
2
220 Cle 12/27/53
3
231 at Dal 12/26/70
4
276 Dal 1/5/92
5
291 at SF 12/31/83
Rushing Yards Allowed, Defense
Rk
Yds Opp Date
1
73
at Dal 1/4/15
2
81
at GB 12/31/94
3
89 GB 1/8/94
4
97 Dal 1/5/92
5
103 at SF 12/31/83
Passing Yards Allowed, Defense
Rk
Yds Opp Date
1
22
at Dal 12/26/70
2
38 Cle 12/27/53
3
88 NYG 12/15/35
4
112 Cle 12/29/57
5
148 LARm12/21/52
Sacks
Rk
Sk Opp Date
1
6
at Dal 1/4/15
2t
3 Cle 12/27/53
2t
3 Dal 1/5/92
Fumble Recoveries
Rk
FR Opp Date
1
3 NYG 12/15/35
2t
2
at Cle 12/26/54
2t
2 Dal 1/5/92
2t
2
at NO 1/7/12
Interceptions
Rk
Int Opp Date
1
5 Cle 12/29/57
2
4 LARm12/21/52
3
3
at SF 12/22/57
Fumbles Lost
Rk
Fum Opp Date
1
4 NYG 12/15/35
2t
3
at SF 12/22/57
2t
3
at Was 1/8/83
Time of Possession
Rk
Time Opp Date
1
35:34 GB 1/8/94
2
33:53 at SF 12/31/83
3
31:24 at Was 1/12/92
Penalties
Rk
Pen Opp Date
1
12
at Was 1/8/00
2
8
at Dal 1/4/15
3t
7
at SF 12/22/57
3t
7
at SF 12/31/83
3t
7
at Was 1/12/92
3t
7
at Phi 12/30/95
3t
7
at NO 1/7/12
THE RECORD BOOK
SEASONAL LEADERS
RUSHING
Year Player
Att YdsAvgTD
1934Dutch Clark
1237636.2 8
1935 Ernie Caddel
87 450 5.2 6
1936Ace Gutowsky
1918274.3 6
1937 Dutch Clark
96 468 4.9 5
1938Bill Shepherd
1004554.6 3
1939Bill Shepherd
1054204.0 2
1940Byron White*
1465143.5 5
1941 Byron White
89 240 2.7 2
1942 Mickey Sanzotta 71 268 3.8 0
1943 Frank Sinkwich
93 266 2.9 1
1944Frank Sinkwich 1505633.8 6
1945 Bob Westfall
82 234 2.9 6
1946 Camp Wilson
64 207 3.2 3
1947 Camp Wilson
89 412 4.6 0
1948Camp Wilson
1576123.9 2
1949Bill Dudley
1254023.2 3
1950 Bob Hoernschemeyer 84 471 5.6 1
1951Bob Hoernschemeyer1326785.1 2
1954Lew Carpenter 1044764.6 3
1955Lew Carpenter 1375434.0 6
1956Gene Gedman
1354793.5 7
1957 John Henry Johnson 129 621 4.8 5
1958 Tobin Rote
77 351 4.6 3
1959 Nick Pietrosante 76 447 5.9 3
1960Nick Pietrosante 1618725.4 8
1962Dan Lewis
1204884.1 6
1963Dan Lewis
1335284.0 2
1965Amos Marsh
1314953.8 6
1966Tom Nowatzke 1515123.4 6
1967Mel Farr
2068604.2 3
1968Mel Farr
1285974.7 3
1969Bill Triplett
1113773.4 3
1970Mel Farr
1667174.3 9
1971 Steve Owens
246 1035 4.2 8
1972Altie Taylor
1546584.3 4
1973Altie Taylor
1767194.1 5
1974Altie Taylor
1505323.5 5
1975Dexter Bussey 1576964.4 2
1977Horace King
1555213.4 1
1980 Billy Sims
313 1303 4.2 13
1981 Billy Sims
296 1437 4.9 13
1982Billy Sims
1726393.7 4
1983 Billy Sims
220 1040 4.7 7
1984Billy Sims
1306875.3 5
1985James Jones
2448863.6 6
1986James Jones
2529033.6 8
1987 James Jones
96 342 3.6 0
1988Garry James
1825523.0 5
1989 Barry Sanders
280 1470 5.3 14
1990 Barry Sanders*
255 1304 5.1 13
1991 Barry Sanders
342 1548 4.5 16
1992 Barry Sanders
312 1352 4.3 9
1993 Barry Sanders
243 1115 4.6 3
1994 Barry Sanders*
331 1883 5.7 7
1995 Barry Sanders
314 1500 4.8 11
1996 Barry Sanders*
307 1553 5.1 11
1997 Barry Sanders*
335 2053 6.1 11
DETROIT LIONS
1998 Barry Sanders
1999Greg Hill
2000 James Stewart
2001James Stewart
2002 James Stewart
2003Shawn Bryson
2004 Kevin Jones
2005Kevin Jones
2006Kevin Jones
2007Kevin Jones
2008Kevin Smith
2009Kevin Smith
2010Jahvid Best
2011 Jahvid Best
2012Mikel Leshoure
2013 Reggie Bush
2014Joique Bell
RECEIVING
Year Player
1934 Harry Ebding
1935 Ernie Caddel
1936 Ernie Caddel
Harry Ebding
1937 Ernie Caddel
Ed Klewicki
1938 Lloyd Cardwell
1939 Monk Moscrip
Bill Shephard
1940 Lloyd Cardwell
1941 Bill Fisk
1942 Bill Fisk
1943 Harry Hopp
1944 Jack Matheson
Dave Diehl
1945 John Greene
1946 John Greene
1947 John Greene
1948 Joe Margucci
John Greene
1949 Bob Mann
1950 Cloyce Box
1951 Leon Hart
Dorne Dibble
1952 Cloyce Box
1953 Doak Walker
1954 Dorne Dibble
1955 Dave Middleton
Lew Carpenter
1956 Dave Middleton
1957 Jim Doran
1958 Dave Middleton
1959 Jim Gibbons
1960 Jim Gibbons
Gail Cogdill
1961 Gail Cogdill
Jim Gibbons
1962 Gail Cogdill
1963 Terry Barr
1964 Terry Barr
1965 Pat Studstill
Terry Barr
1966 Pat Studstill
1967 Mel Farr
Bill Malinchak
1968 Earl McCullouch
Charlie Sanders
1969 Charlie Sanders
1970 Charlie Sanders
343 1491 4.3 4
1445423.8 2
339 1184 3.5 10
1436854.8 1
231 1021 4.4 4
1586063.8 3
241 1133 4.7 5
1866643.6 5
1816893.8 6
1535813.8 8
2389764.1 8
2177473.4 4
1715553.2 4
84 390 4.6 2
2157983.7 9
223 1006 4.5 4
2238603.9 7
RecYdsAvgTD
10 264 26.4 2
10 171 17.1 0
19 150 7.9 1
10 194 19.4 3
9 80 8.9 0
8 134 16.8 0
9 138 15.3 1
14 176 12.6 0
14 143 10.2 1
20 349 17.5 1
9 140 15.6 2
15 177 11.8 0
17 229 13.5 3
23 361 15.7 3
18 426 23.7 4
26 550 21.2 5
20 289 14.5 2
38 621 16.3 5
36 450 12.5 2
25 595 23.8 5
66 1014 15.4 4
50 1009 20.2 11
35 544 15.5 12
30 613 20.4 6
42 924 22.0 15
30 502 16.7 3
46 768 16.7 6
44 663 15.1 3
44 312 7.1 2
39 606 15.5 5
33 624 18.9 5
29 506 17.4 3
31 431 13.9 1
51 604 11.8 2
43 642 14.9 1
45 956 21.2 6
45 566 12.6 1
53 991 18.7 7
66 1086 16.5 13
57 1030 18.1 9
28 389 13.9 3
24 433 18.0 3
67 1266 18.9 5
39 317 8.1 3
26 397 15.3 4
40 680 17.0 5
40 533 13.3 1
42 656 15.6 3
40 544 13.6 6
THE RECORD BOOK
1971
1972
1973
1974
1975
1976
1977
1978
1979
1980
1981
1982
1983
1984
1985
1986
1987
1988
1989
1990
1991
1992
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
Steve Owens
Charlie Sanders
Altie Taylor
Larry Walton
Charlie Sanders
Ron Jessie
Charlie Sanders
Ray Jarvis
Ray Jarvis
Horace King
David Hill
David Hill
Freddie Scott
Freddie Scott
Freddie Scott
Billy Sims
James Jones
James Jones
Leonard Thompson
Leonard Thompson
James Jones
Jeff Chadwick
Pete Mandley
Pete Mandley
Richard Johnson
Richard Johnson
Robert Clark
Brett Perriman
Brett Perriman
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Herman Moore*
Herman Moore
Herman Moore* (tied NFL high)
Herman Moore
Johnnie Morton
Germane Crowell
Johnnie Morton
Johnnie Morton
James Stewart
Bill Schroeder
Shawn Bryson
Az-Zahir Hakim
Roy Williams
Marcus Pollard
Roy Williams
Mike Furrey#
Roy Williams
Shaun McDonald
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Golden Tate
DETROIT LIONS
32
31
29
24
28
54
37
29
39
40
32
53
62
53
53
34
46
77
50
51
54
53
58
44
70
64
52
52
69
51
61
72
123
106
104
350 10.9
502 16.2
250 8.6
485 20.2
433 15.5
761 14.1
486 13.1
501 17.3
822 21.1
238 6.0
465 14.5
633 11.9
929 15.0
834 15.7
1022 19.3
342 10.1
467 10.2
662 8.6
773 15.5
736 14.4
334 6.2
995 18.8
720 12.4
617 14.0
1091 15.6
727 11.4
932 17.9
668 12.8
810 11.7
966 18.9
935 15.3
1173 16.3
1686 13.7
1296 12.2
1293 12.4
2
5
2
6
2
3
3
4
5
0
2
4
5
4
5
0
1
5
6
5
1
5
7
4
8
6
8
1
4
4
6
11
14
9
8
82
69
81
61
77
46
36
54
49
54
46
45
98
92
79
78
67
77
96
122*
84
99
983 12.0
1028 14.9
1338 16.5
788 12.9
1154 15.0
333 7.2
595 16.5
340 6.3
449 9.2
817 15.1
516 11.2
687 15.3
1098 11.1
1310 16.0
943 11.9
1331 17.1
984 14.7
1120 14.5
1681*17.5
1964*16.1
1492#17.8
1331 13.4
5
2
7
3
4
2
6
0
4
8
3
8
6
7
6
12
5
12
16
5
12
4
PASSING
Year Player
1934Dutch Clark
1935Glenn Presnell
1936Dutch Clark
1937Bill Shepherd
1938Vern Huffman
1939Dwight Sloan
1940 Byron White
1941Byron White
1942 Harry Hopp
1943 Frank Sinkwich
1944 Frank Sinkwich
1945 Ch. Fenenbock
1946 Dave Ryan
1947 Clyde LeForce
1948 Fred Enke
1949 Frank Tripucka
1950 Bobby Layne
1951 Bobby Layne
1952 Bobby Layne
1953 Bobby Layne
1954 Bobby Layne
1955 Bobby Layne
1956 Bobby Layne
1957 Bobby Layne
1958 Tobin Rote
1959Earl Morrall
1960 Jim Ninowski
1961 Jim Ninowski
1962 Milt Plum
1963 Earl Morrall
1964 Milt Plum
1965 Milt Plum
1966 Karl Sweetan
1967Milt Plum
1968 Bill Munson
1969Bill Munson
1970Greg Landry
1971 Greg Landry
1972 Greg Landry
1973Bill Munson
1974Bill Munson
1975 Joe Reed
1976 Greg Landry
1977Greg Landry
1978 Gary Danielson
1979 Jeff Komlo
1980 Gary Danielson
1981 Eric Hipple
1982 Gary Danielson
1983 Eric Hipple
1984 Gary Danielson
1985 Eric Hipple
1986 Eric Hipple
1987 Chuck Long
1988 Rusty Hilger
1989 Bob Gagliano
1990 Rodney Peete
1991 Erik Kramer
1992Rodney Peete
1993 Rodney Peete
1994 Dave Krieg
1995 Scott Mitchell
1996 Scott Mitchell
1997 Scott Mitchell
1998 Charlie Batch
1999Gus Frerotte
AttCmpPct Yds Avg TD Int Rtg
502346.03837.660347.3
451533.31934.29068.1
713853.54676.584657.7
461941.32976.462738.3
852731.83824.492815.9
102
4544.16586.452360.0
80 35 43.8 461 5.76 0 12 23.0
622235.53385.452531.5
68 20 29.4 258 3.79 0 13 3.3
12650 39.7 699 5.55 7 20 37.2
14858 39.210607.16122052.0
11045 40.9 754 6.85 7 11 46.4
15473 47.4 965 6.27 6 17 41.1
17594 53.713847.91132065.0
22110045.213286.01111749.4
14562 42.8 833 5.74 9 14 42.8
33615245.223236.91161862.1
33215245.824037.24262367.6
28713948.419996.97192064.5
27312545.820887.65162159.6
24613554.918187.39141277.3
27014353.018306.78111761.8
244 129 52.9 19097.82 9 17 62.0
179 87 48.6 11696.53 6 12 53.0
25711845.916786.53141069.5
137
6547.41102
8.045669.1
283 134 47.3 15995.65 2 18 40.9
247 117 47.4 19217.78 7 18 53.0
32517955.123787.32152068.2
32817453.026217.99241486.2
28715453.722417.81181578.5
30814346.417105.55121951.2
309 157 50.8 18095.85 4 14 54.3
172
8650.09255.384854.5
329 181 55.0 23117.02 15 8 82.3
166
8450.61062
6.407864.9
136
8361.01072
7.889592.5
26113652.122378.57161380.9
26813450.020667.71181771.8
187
9550.81129
6.049867.8
292
16656.81874
6.428775.3
191 86 45.0 11816.18 9 10 59.3
291 168 57.7 21917.53 17 8 89.6
240
13556.31359
5.666768.7
35119956.722946.54181773.5
36818349.722386.08112352.8
41724458.532237.73131182.4
27914050.223588.45141573.4
19710050.813436.82101460.1
38720452.725776.66121864.7
41025261.530767.50171583.1
40622354.929527.27171873.6
305 192 63.0 19196.29 9 11 75.6
41623255.825986.25112063.4
306 126 41.2 15585.09 7 12 48.9
232 117 50.4 16717.20 6 12 61.2
271 142 52.4 19747.28 13 8 79.8
265 136 51.3 16356.17 11 8 71.8
213
12357.71702
7.999980.0
252 157 62.3 16706.63 6 14 66.4
212 131 61.8 16297.68 14 3 101.7
58334659.343387.44321292.3
43725357.929176.68171774.9
50929357.634846.84191479.6
303 173 57.1 21787.19 11 6 83.5
288
17560.82117
7.359783.6
THE RECORD BOOK
2000 Charlie Batch 41222153.624896.04131567.3
2001 Charlie Batch 34119858.123927.01121276.8
2002 Joey Harrington 42921550.122945.35121659.9
2003 Joey Harrington 55430955.828805.20172263.9
2004 Joey Harrington 48927556.030476.23191277.5
2005 Joey Harrington 33018857.020216.12121272.0
2006 Jon Kitna
59637262.442087.06212279.9
2007 Jon Kitna
56135563.340687.30182080.9
2008Dan Orlovsky 255
14356.11616
6.348872.6
2009 Matthew Stafford37720153.322676.01132061.0
2010 Shaun Hill
41625761.826866.46161281.3
SCORING
YearPlayer
TD FG XP Pts
1934
Dutch Clark
841373
1935
Dutch Clark
611655
1936
Dutch Clark
741973
1937
Dutch Clark
63645
1938
Lloyd Cardwell 50030
1939
Chuck Hanneman24529
1940
Byron White 50232
1941
Byron White 40024
1942
Elmer Hackney 20012
1943
Harry Hopp
90054
1944
Frank Sinkwich 622466
1945
Bob Westfall 90054
1946
Bob Cifers
40024
1947
Bill Dudley
110066
1948
Bill Dudley
70042
1949
Bill Dudley
653081
1950Doak Walker
118 38128
1951
Doak Walker 664397
1952
Cloyce Box
150090
1953Doak Walker
5 122793
1954Doak Walker
5 1143106
1955
Doak Walker 792796
1956Bobby Layne
5 123399
1957
Bobby Layne 062543
1958
Jim Martin
072849
1959
Howard Cassady 50030
1960Jim Martin
0 132665
1961Jim Martin
0 152570
1962
Wayne Walker 093764
1963
Terry Barr
130078
1964Wayne Walker 0 143274
1965
Wayne Walker 083357
1966Garo Yepremian 0 131150
1967
Mel Farr
60036
Tom Nowatzke 60036
1968
Mel Farr
70042
Bill Gambrell 70042
1969Errol Mann
0 2526101
1970Errol Mann
0 2031101
1971Errol Mann
0 2237103
1972Errol Mann
0 203898
1973Errol Mann
0 131453
1974Errol Mann
0 232392
1975Errol Mann
0 142967
1976Benny Ricardo 0 101949
1977
Steve Mike-Mayer081943
DETROIT LIONS
1980Eddie Murray 0 2735116
1990
Barry Sanders 130096
1991
Barry Sanders 1700102
1992Jason Hanson 0 213093
1993Jason Hanson# 0 3428130
1995Jason Hanson# 0 2848132
2010
Calvin Johnson 120074
2013David Akers
0 194299
2014Matt Prater
0 212184
KICKOFF RETURNS
Year Player
KR YdsAvgTD
1944 Arthur Van Tone
9 227 25.2 1
1945 Andrew Farkas
8 165 20.6 0
1946 Dave Ryan
15 308 20.5 1
1947 William Dudley
15 359 23.9 0
1948 Camp Wilson
10 228 22.8 0
1949 Don Doll*
21 536 25.5 0
1950 Doak Walker
10 225 22.5 0
1951 Doak Walker
15 408 27.2 0
1952 Jack Christiansen 16 409 25.6 0
1953 Jack Christiansen 10 183 18.3 0
1954 Jug Girard
12 248 20.7 0
1955 Dave Middleton
11 188 17.1 0
1956 Howard Cassady 16 382 23.9 0
1957 Howard Cassady 10 232 23.2 0
1958 Ken Webb
7 154 22.0 0
1959 Ken Webb
16 352 22.0 0
1960 Jim Steffen
8 225 28.1 0
1961 Pat Studstill
16 448 28.1 1
1962 Tommy Watkins
17 452 26.6 0
1963 Tommy Watkins
21 447 21.3 0
1964 Pat Studstill
29 708 24.4 0
1965 Tommy Watkins* 17 584 34.4 0
1966 Tommy Vaughn
23 595 26.0 0
1967 Tommy Vaughn
16 446 27.9 0
1968 Lem Barney
25 670 26.8 1
1969 Bobby Williams* 17 563 33.1 1
1970 Bobby Williams
25 544 21.7 1
1971 Ron Jessie
16 470 29.4 2
1972 Ron Jessie
23 558 24.3 0
1973 Dick Jauron
17 405 23.8 0
1974 Jimmie Jones
38 927 24.4 0
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1975 Bobby Thompson
1976 James Hunter
1977 Eddie Payton
1978 Jesse Thompson
1979 John Arnold
1980 Rick Kane
1981 Alvin Hall
1982 Alvin Hall#
1983 Alvin Hall
1984 Pete Mandley
1985 Alvin Hall
1986 Herman Hunter
1987 Gary Lee
1988 Gary Lee
1989 Mel Gray#
1990 Mel Gray
1991 Mel Gray*
1992 Mel Gray
1993 Mel Gray
1994 Mel Gray*
1995 Ron Rivers
1996 Glyn Milburn
1997 Glyn Milburn
1998 Terry Fair*
1999 Terry Fair
2000 Desmond Howard
2001 Desmond Howard
2002 Eddie Drummond
2003 Reggie Swinton
2004 Eddie Drummond
2005 Eddie Drummond
2006 Eddie Drummond
2007 Aveion Cason
2008 Brandon Middleton
2009 Aaron Brown
2010 Stefan Logan
2011 Stefan Logan
2012 Stefan Logan
2013 Jeremy Ross
2014 Jeremy Ross
PUNT RETURNS
Year Player
1944 Frank Sinkwich
1945 Dave Ryan
1946 Bill DeCorrevont
1947 William Dudley
1948 Joe Margucci
1949 Bill Dudley
1950 Clarence Self
1952 Jack Christiansen*
1953 Yale Lary
1955 Lee Riley
1956Howard Cassady
1957 Yale Lary
1958 Yale Lary
1959 Terry Barr
1960 Terry Barr
1961 Howard Cassady
1962 Pat Studstill*
1963 Tommy Watkins
1964 Tommy Watkins*
1965 Tommy Watkins
1966 Tommy Vaughn
1967 Tommy Watkins
1968 Lem Barney
DETROIT LIONS
22
14
18
14
23
23
25
16
23
22
39
48
32
18
24
41
36
42
28
45
19
64
55
51
34
57
57
40
50
41
49
62
42
39
42
55
33
28
15
23
565 25.7
375 26.6
457 25.4
346 24.7
539 23.4
495 21.5
525 21.0
426 26.6
492 21.4
390 17.7
886 22.7
1007 21.0
719 22.5
355 19.7
640 26.7
939 22.9
929 25.8
1006 24.0
688 24.6
1276 28.4
420 22.1
1627 25.4
1315 23.9
1428 28.0
752 22.1
1401 24.6
1446 25.4
1039 26.0
964 24.1
1092 26.6
1077 22.0
1349 21.8
1041 24.8
864 22.2
951 22.6
1448 26.8
832 25.2
597 21.3
439 29.3
584 25.4
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
3
0
0
0
2
0
0
0
0
1
2
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
1
0
PR YdsAvgTD
11 148 13.5 0
15 221 14.7 0
6 81 13.5 0
11 182 16.5 1
10 100 10.0 0
11 199 18.1 1
12 129 10.8 0
18 343 19.1 4
15 322 21.5 2
13 115 8.8 1
23 225 9.8 1
14 107 7.6 0
13836.40
25 139 5.6 0
27 196 7.3 1
16 102 6.4 0
14 104 7.4 0
16 159 9.9 0
29 457 15.8 0
32 399 12.5 1
16 238 14.9 2
23 234 10.2 0
18 179 9.9 0
15 57 3.8 0
13 79 6.1 0
1969 Lem Barney
9 191 21.2 1
1970 Lem Barney
25 259 10.4 1
1971 Lem Barney
14 122 8.7 0
1972 Lem Barney
15 108 7.2 0
1973 Lem Barney
27 231 8.6 0
1974 Dick Jauron#
17 286 16.8 0
1975 Charlie West
22 219 10.0 0
1976 Lem Barney
23 191 8.3 0
1977 Eddie Payton
27 273 10.1 1
1978 Jesse Thompson 16 161 10.1 0
1979 John Arnold
19 164 8.6 0
1980 Ray Williams
27 259 9.6 0
1981 Robbie Martin
52 450 8.7 1
1982 Robbie Martin
26 275 10.6 0
1983 Ken Jenkins
23 230 10.0 0
1984 Robbie Martin
25 210 8.4 0
1985 Pete Mandley
38 403 10.6 1
1986 Pete Mandley
43 420 9.8 1
1987 Pete Mandley
23 250 10.9 0
1988 Pete Mandley
37 287 7.8 0
1989 Walter Stanley*
36 496 13.8 0
1990 Mel Gray
34 361 10.6 0
1991 Mel Gray*
25 385 15.4 1
1992 Mel Gray
18 175 9.7 1
1993 Mel Gray
23 197 8.6 0
1994 Mel Gray
21 233 11.1 0
1995 Johnnie Morton
7 48 6.9 0
1996 Glyn Milburn
34 284 8.4 0
1997 Glyn Milburn
47 433 9.2 0
1998 Terry Fair
30 189 6.3 0
1999Terry Fair
11978.80
2000 Desmond Howard 31 457 14.7 1
2003 Reggie Swinton
23 318 13.8 1
2004 Eddie Drummond 24 316 13.2 2
2006 Eddie Drummond 28 296 10.6 0
2007 Troy Walters
15 118 7.9 0
2008 Shaun McDonald 11 104 9.5 0
2009 Dennis Northcutt 22 189 8.6 0
2010 Stefan Logan
30 362 12.1 0
2011 Stefan Logan
37 301 8.1 0
2012 Stefan Logan
33 300 9.1 0
2013 Micheal Spurlock 22 145 6.6 0
2014 Jeremy Ross
32 284 8.9 0
PUNTING
Year Player
Pnt Yds Avg Net In20Lg
1939
Johnny Pingel 321368
42.8
--65
1940
Whizzer White 522132
41.0
--61
1941
Whizzer White 481997
41.6
--63
1942
Harry Hopp
271098
40.7
--52
1942
Chet Wetterlund 11449
40.8
--56
1943
Harry Hopp
421643
39.1
--60
1944
Frankie Sinkwich 451845
41.0
--73
1945
Chuck Fenenbock291081
37.3
--57
1946
Bob Cifers
301369
45.6
--73
1947
Leroy Zimmerman492078
42.4
--62
1948
George Grimes 281006
35.9
--56
1949
Bill Dudley
341278
37.6
--55
1950
Bob Smith
321310
40.9
--60
1951
Bob Smith
492082
42.5
--73
1952
Bob Smith
612729
44.7
--66
1953
Bob Smith
401647
41.2
--57
1954
Jug Girard
632585
41.0
--65
1955
Jug Girard
562310
41.3
--65
1956
Yale Lary
421698
40.4
--61
1957
Yale Lary
542156
39.9
--66
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1958
Yale Lary
592524
42.8
--62
1959
Yale Lary
452121
47.1
--67
1960
Yale Lary
642802
43.8
--63
1961
Yale Lary
522519
48.4
--71
1962
Yale Lary
522354
45.3
--68
1963
Yale Lary
351713
48.9
--73
1964
Yale Lary
673099
46.3
--74
1965
Pat Studstill 783335
42.8
--69
1966
Pat Studstill 722956
41.1
--66
1968
Jerry DePoyster 712868
40.4
--60
1969
Lem Barney 662249
34.1
--53
1970
Herman Weaver 622483
40.0
--65
1971
41.7
--63
1972
40.3
--55
1973
43.2
--66
1974
38.5
--61
1975
42.0
--61
1976 Herman Weaver 83 328039.534.315 69
1977 Wilbur Summers 93 342036.830.56 51
1978 Tom Skladany
86 365442.535.019 63
1979 Larry Swider
88 352340.033.513 72
1979 Tom Skladany
10 406 40.640.12 52
1980 Tom Skladany
72 303642.235.316 67
1981 Tom Skladany
64 278443.537.321 74
1982 Tom Skladany
36 148341.234.06 59
1983 Mike Black
71 291141.033.717 60
1984 Mike Black
76 316441.632.713 63
1985 Mike Black
73 305441.834.717 60
1986 Mike Black
46 181939.531.311 57
1986 Jim Arnold
36 153342.632.17 60
1987 Jim Arnold
46 200743.639.617 60
1988 Jim Arnold
97 411042.435.922 69
1989 Jim Arnold
82 353843.136.014 64
1990 Jim Arnold
63 256040.635.310 59
1991 Jim Arnold
75 309241.235.427 63
1992 Jim Arnold
65 284643.834.712 71
1993 Jim Arnold
72 320744.536.815 68
1994 Greg Montgomery 63 278244.234.219 64
1995 Mark Royals
57 239342.031.015 69
1996 Mark Royals
69 302043.833.411 60
1997 John Jett
84 357642.635.624 60
1998 John Jett
66 289243.836.017 60
1999 John Jett
86 363742.334.827 62
2000 John Jett
93 404443.534.833 59
2001 John Jett
58 251243.335.516 62
2002 John Jett
91 383842.238.029 57
2003 Nick Harris
63 253140.233.111 51
2004 Nick Harris
92 376540.934.232 60
2005 Nick Harris
84 365643.536.934 60
2006 Nick Harris
66 296745.038.218 67
2007 Nick Harris
68 301044.336.426 58
2008 Nick Harris
90 395243.938.024 66
2009 Nick Harris
74 317442.936.820 56
2010 Nick Harris
90 401844.635.824 66
2011 Ryan Donahue
49 209342.735.613 60
2012 Nick Harris
67 278341.537.621 58
2013 Sam Martin
72 339947.240.422 72
2014 Sam Martin
68 313846.140.129 71
DETROIT LIONS
INTERCEPTIONS
YearPlayer
1944 Alex Wojciechowicz
1945 Dave Rojan
Charles DeShane
John Greene
Damon Tassos
Ivan Trebotich
1946 Dave Ryan
1947 Bill Dudley
Bob Wiese
1948 Jim Gillette
1949 Don Doll
1950 Don Doll
1951 Bob Smith
1952 Bob Smith
Jim David
Bill Stits
1956 Yale Lary
Jack Christiansen
1958 Joe Schmidt
1959 Gary Lowe
1960 Dick Lane
1961 Dick Lane
Yale Lary
1962 Yale Lary
1963 Dick LeBeau
Dick Lane
1964 Yale Lary
1965 Dick LeBeau
1966 Mike Lucci
Bruce Maher
1967 Lem Barney*
1968 Lem Barney
1969 Lem Barney
1970 Dick LeBeau#
1971 Dick LeBeau#
1972 Lem Barney
1973 Levi Johnson
1974 Levi Johnson
1975 Lem Barney
1976 James Hunter
1977 James Hunter
1978 Jimmy Allen
1979 Luther Bradley
Jimmy Allen
1980 Jimmy Allen
James Hunter
1981 Jimmy Allen
1982 Bobby Watkins
1983 Bruce McNorton
1984
Bobby Watkins
1985 Bobby Watkins
1986 Devon Mitchell
1987 James Griffin
1988 Devon Mitchell
George Jamison
1989 Jerry Holmes
1990 William White
1991 Ray Crockett#
1992 William White
Ray Crockett
Kevin Scott
Melvin Jenkins
PosInt YdsTD
C 7 88 0
B 3 90 0
B 3 75 1
C 3 65 0
G 3 49 0
B 3 46 0
B 4 105 0
B 5 104 1
B 5 54 0
B 6 17 0
B 11 301 2
B 12 163 1
DB 3 70 0
DB 9 184 1
DB 12 238 1
DB 8 84 1
DB 3 49 0
DB 3 44 0
DB370
DB 8 182 1
DB 8 109 0
DB 10 137 1
LB 6 69 0
DB 5 130 0
DB 5 102 1
DB 6 73 0
DB 6 95 0
DB 8 51 0
DB 5 158 1
DB 5 70 0
DB 6 101 0
DB 7 84 1
LB 5 118 1
DB 5 90 0
DB 10 232 3
DB 7 82 0
DB 8 126 0
DB 9 96 0
DB 6 76 0
DB 3 88 0
DB 5 82 0
DB 5 139 2
DB 5 23 0
DB 7 120 1
CB 6 104 0
S 5 70 0
DB 4 11 0
S400
S 6 38 0
CB 6 20 0
S 9 123 0
CB 5 22 0
CB 7 30 0
CB600
CB 5 15 0
S 5 41 0
S 6 130 0
S 3 107 1
LB 3 56 1
CB 6 77 1
S 5 120 1
CB 6 141 1
S 4 54 0
CB 4 50 0
CB 4 35 0
CB 4 34 0
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1993 Pat Swilling
LB 3 16 0
1994 Robert Massey
CB 4 25 0
1995 Willie Clay
S 8 173* 0
1996 Ryan McNeil
CB 5 14 0
1997 Mark Carrier
S 5 94 0
1998 Bryant Westbrook CB 3 49 1
Mark Carrier
S 3 33 0
Ron Rice
S 3 25 0
1999 Ron Rice
S 5 82 0
2000 Kurt Schulz
S 7 53 0
2001 Todd Lyght
CB 4 72 1
2002 Chris Claiborne
LB 3 63 0
2003 Dré Bly
CB 6 89 1
2004 Dré Bly
CB 4 107 1
2005 Dré Bly
CB 6 54 0
2006 Jamar Fletcher
CB 3 122 1
Dré Bly
CB 3 13 0
Terrence Holt S380
2007 Keith Smith
CB 3 64 0
2008 Ryan Nece
LB 1 18 0
Leigh Bodden CB120
Corey Smith DE100
Dwayne White
DE 1 -4 0
2009 Louis Delmas
S 2 130 1
William James
CB 2 41 1
Anthony Henry
CB 2 26 0
2010 Alphonso Smith
CB 5 48 1
2011 Chris Houston
CB 5 225 2
2012 Don Carey
S 2 51 0
Chris Houston CB220
2013 DeAndre Levy
LB 6 76 1
2014 Glover Quin*
S 7 117 0
TACKLES (SINCE 1973)
YearPlayer
PosTT ST AT
1973Charlie Weaver LB55——
1974Jim Laslavic
LB94——
1975 Paul Naumoff
LB 143 — —
1976 Charlie Weaver
LB 114 — —
1977 Ed O’Neil
LB 114 71 43
1978 Ed O’Neil
LB 141 85 56
1979 Doug English
DT 122 90 32
1980 Ken Fantetti
LB 130 85 45
1981 Ken Fantetti
LB 148 — —
1982Ken Fantetti
LB715417
1983 Ken Fantetti
LB 132 82 50
1984 Alvin Hall
DB 147 94 53
1985 William Graham
S 113 75 38
1986 Demetrious Johnson S 112 92 20
1987Dennis Gibson LB826814
1988Chris Spielman LB 15311835
1989 Chris Spielman
LB 125 89 36
1990 Chris Spielman
LB 108 79 29
1991 Chris Spielman
LB 126 84 42
1992 Chris Spielman
LB 146 94 52
1993 Chris Spielman
LB 148 97 51
1994Chris Spielman LB 19512471
1995 Chris Spielman
LB 137 90 47
1996 Bennie Blades
S 131 99 32
1997Stephen Boyd
LB 19212369
1998Stephen Boyd
LB 15611343
1999Stephen Boyd
LB 18811474
2000Stephen Boyd
LB 16610957
LB 167 92 75
LB 145 79 66
2003 Earl Holmes
LB 121 80 41
Brian Walker
S 121 72 49
2004 Earl Holmes
LB 128 83 45
2005 Kenoy Kennedy
S 127 84 43
DETROIT LIONS
2006 Ernie Sims
LB 144 86 58
2007 Ernie Sims
LB 134 97 37
2009Larry Foote
LB997029
2010Louis Delmas S 846222
2011 Stephen Tulloch
LB 111 84 27
LB 112 74 38
LB 135 93 42
2014DeAndre Levy
LB 15111734
SACKS (SINCE 1973)
YearPlayer
PosSk SkY
1973 Larry Hand
DT 11.0 —
1974 Ken Sanders
DE 6.5 —
1975 Larry Hand
DT 7.0 —
1976 Charlie Weaver
LB 7.0 —
1977 Ken Sanders
DE 9.0 —
1978 Al Baker
DE 23.0 206.0
1979 Al Baker
DE 16.0 137.5
1980 Al Baker
DE 18.0 136.5
1981 Dave Pureifory
DE 12.0 96.0
1982 Al Baker
DE 8.5 61.0
1983 William Gay
DT 13.5 103.5
1984 William Gay
DE 10.0 72.0
1985 Jimmy Williams
LB 7.5 55.0
1986 Keith Ferguson
DE 9.5 73.0
1987 Michael Cofer
LB 8.5 78.0
1988 Michael Cofer
LB 12.0 88.0
1989 Michael Cofer
LB 9.5 60.0
1990 Michael Cofer
LB 10.0 57.0
1991 Jeff Hunter
DE 6.0 60.0
1992 Tracy Scroggins
LB 7.5 41.0
1993 Robert Porcher
DE 8.5 53.0
1994 Broderick Thomas LB 7.0 49.5
1995 Henry Thomas
DT 10.5 82.0
1996 Robert Porcher
DE 10.0 71.0
1997 Robert Porcher
DE 12.5 75.5
1998 Robert Porcher
DE 11.5 85.5
1999 Robert Porcher
DE 15.0 106.5
2000 Robert Porcher
DE 8.0 53.0
2001 Robert Porcher
DE 11.0 71.0
2002 Kalimba Edwards DE 6.5 35.0
2003 James Hall
DE 4.5 24.5
Robert Porcher
DE 4.5 23.5
2004 James Hall
DE 11.5 74.5
2005 Kalimba Edwards DE 7.0 35.0
2006 Cory Redding
DT 8.0 49.0
2007 Shaun Rogers
DT 7.0 53.0
2008 Dwayne White
DE 6.5 44.5
2009 Cliff Avril
DE 5.5 37.5
2010 Ndamukong Suh DT 10.0 47.5
2011 Cliff Avril
DE 11.0 92.0
2012 Cliff Avril
DE 9.5 61.0
2013 Ezekiel Ansah
DE 8.0 72.0
2014 Ndamukong Suh DT 8.5 54.5
* NFL Leader; # NFC Leader
THE RECORD BOOK
TOP PERFORMANCES
PASSING
300+-Yard Passing Games (since 1934)
Date Opp Player
11/16/47 Was
Clyde LeForce
11/5/50 ChiB
Bobby Layne
12/3/1950 at Bal Bobby Layne
9/30/51 Was
Bobby Layne
10/21/51 NYY
Bobby Layne
9/27/53 Pit
Bobby Layne
11/20/55 Chi
Bobby Layne
11/3/63 at SF Earl Morral
11/17/63 LARm Earl Morral
11/1/64 LARm Milt Plum
10/10/71 GB
Greg Landry
11/14/76 at NO Greg Landry
12/9/78 Min
Gary Danielson
10/5/80 at Atl Gary Danielson
12/14/80 TB
Gary Danielson
10/19/81 Chi
Eric Hipple
12/19/82 Min
Gary Danielson
11/22/84 GB
Gary Danielson
9/21/86 TB
Eric Hipple
10/19/86 at LARm Eric Hipple
10/25/87 GB
Chuck Long
9/17/89 at NYG Bob Gagliano
12/16/90 Chi
Rodney Peete
9/27/92 TB
Rodney Peete
11/15/92 at Pit Erik Kramer
11/24/94 Buf
Dave Krieg
10/22/95 at Was Scott Mitchell
11/5/95 at Atl Scott Mitchell
11/23/95 Min
Scott Mitchell
12/4/95 Chi
Scott Mitchell
12/23/95 at TB Scott Mitchell
9/22/96 Chi
Scott Mitchell
10/13/96 at Oak Scott Mitchell
9/7/97 TB
Scott Mitchell
11/14/99 at Ari Gus Frerotte
11/25/99 Chi
Gus Frerotte
10/14/01 at Min Charlie Batch
10/21/01 Ten
Charlie Batch
11/8/01 at Ari Charlie Batch
12/30/01 Chi
Ty Detmer
10/13/02 at Min Joey Harrington
12/19/04 Min
Joey Harrington
1/2/04 at Ten Joey Harrington
10/24/06 GB
Jon Kitna
11/5/06 Atl
Jon Kitna
12/3/06 at NE Jon Kitna
12/31/06 at Dal Jon Kitna
9/23/07 at Phi Jon Kitna
11/18/07 NYG
Jon Kitna
12/16/07 at SD Jon Kitna
11/22/09 Cle
Matthew Stafford
9/19/10 Phi
Shaun Hill
10/03/10 at GB Shaun Hill
11/14/10 at Buf Shaun Hill
9/11/11 at TB Matthew Stafford
9/25/11 at Min Matthew Stafford
11/13/11 at Chi Matthew Stafford
11/20/11 Car
Matthew Stafford
12/4/11 at NO Matthew Stafford
12/18/11 at Oak Matthew Stafford
12/24/11 SD
Matthew Stafford
1/1/12 at GB Matthew Stafford
DETROIT LIONS
Yds CmpAtt
317 -
374 23 45
341 16 27
310 20 26
315 20 44
364 16 34
319 20 32
330 24 33
312 21 44
347 16 24
302 18 29
310 27 38
352 26 33
348 23 36
360 29 44
336 14 25
347 20 39
305 24 33
318 31 46
316 31 50
362 33 47
344 21 31
316 18 27
323 20 31
304 20 37
351 20 25
327 30 50
321 23 50
410 30 45
320 26 38
352 26 41
336 24 34
343 31 50
331 29 50
375 24 39
309 29 42
345 31 41
338 25 42
436 36 62
303 31 51
309 25 41
361 25 44
346 33 49
342 25 40
321 20 32
314 22 38
306 28 42
446 29 46
377 28 43
302 26 45
422 26 43
335 25 45
331 34 54
323 29 50
305 24 33
378 32 46
329 33 63
335 28 36
408 31 44
391 29 52
373 29 36
520 36 59
9/9/12 StL
Matthew Stafford 355
9/30/12 Min
10/14/12 at Phi Matthew Stafford 311
10/28/12 Sea
11/11/12 at Min Matthew Stafford 329
11/22/12 Hou
12/2/12 Ind
12/22/12 Atl
9/8/13 Min
9/22/13 at Was Matthew Stafford 385
10/20/13 Cin
10/27/13 Dal
11/17/13 at Pit Matthew Stafford 362
11/28/13 GB
9/8/14 NYG
10/26/14 at Atl Matthew Stafford 325
11/27/14 CHI
12/7/14 TB
Most 300+-Yard Passing Games
RkPlayer
G
Years
1 Matthew Stafford 27 20092 Scott Mitchell 8
1994-98
3 Jon Kitna
7
2006-08
4 Bobby Layne 6
1950-58
5 Gary Danielson 5
1976-84
6t Eric Hipple
3
1980-89
6t Charlie Batch 3
1998-2001
6t Joey Harrington 3
2002-05
6t Shaun Hill
3
2010-13
10tEarl Morral
2
1958-64
10tGreg Landry
2
1968-78
10tRodney Peete 2
1989-93
10tGus Frerotte
2
1999
14tClyde LeForce 1
1947-49
14tMilt Plum
1
1962-67
14tChuck Long
1
1986-89, 91, 94
14tBob Gagliano 1
1989-90
14tErik Kramer
1
1991-93
14tDave Krieg
1
1994
14tTy Detmer
1
2001-03
RkPlayer
G
Years
20092t Scott Mitchell 1
1994-98
2t Charlie Batch 1
1998-01
2t Jon Kitna
1
2006-08
RkPlayer
G
Years
2009-
32
30
22
34
28
31
27
37
28
28
28
33
19
22
22
24
34
26
48
51
45
49
42
61
46
56
43
43
51
48
46
35
32
47
45
34
THE RECORD BOOK
RUSHING
100+-Yard Rushing Games (since 1934)
Date Opp Player
YdsAtt
10/28/34 at Cin-StL Dutch Clark
194 11/4/34 Pit
Dutch Clark
110 11/4/34 Pit
Ernie Caddel
132 11/1/36 N.Y.
Ace Gutowsky
137 11/15/36 N.Y.
Ernie Caddel
153 10/30/38 at Chi Bill Shepherd
152 10/8/44 at Bkn Frank Sinkwich
135 16
11/25/48 ChiC
Camp Wilson
125 19
10/30/49 at GB Wally Triplett
109 9
9/24/50 Pit
Bobby Layne
118 15
11/23/50 NYY
Bob Hoernschemeyer 198 17
11/18/51 at Phi Bob Hoernschemeyer 118 14
11/9/52 at Pit Bob Hoernschemeyer 107 20
10/10/54 LARm Lew Carpenter
119 14
11/24/55 GB
Lew Carpenter
120 20
10/21/56 SF
Don McIlhenny
104 13
11/22/56 GB
Gene Gedman
103 22
10/6/57 at GB John Henry Johnson 109 18
11/28/57 GB
John Henry Johnson 105 8
11/26/59 GB
Nick Pietrosante 134 17
10/30/60 at LARm Dan Lewis
128 14
11/20/60 at Chi Nick Pietrosante 106 20
12/11/60 Dal
12/18/60 Chi
10/8/61 Chi
10/29/61 at LARm Nick Pietrosante 112 21
10/27/63 Min
Tom Watkins
102 17
11/3/63 at SF Tom Watkins
107 21
11/25/65 Bal
Amos Marsh
146 23
12/5/65 at SF Amos Marsh
109 25
9/24/67 Cle
Tom Watkins
115 24
11/12/67 at Min Mel Farr
197 24
10/13/68 at Chi Mel Farr
138 18
10/20/68 GB
Mel Farr
145 29
11/22/70 SF
Mel Farr
117 16
11/26/70 Oak
Mel Farr
104 20
11/7/71 at Den Steve Owens
109 16
11/14/71 LARm Altie Taylor
101 19
9/17/72 NYG
Steve Owens
113 20
11/23/72 NYJ
Altie Taylor
123 15
10/28/73 GB
Altie Taylor
160 23
11/18/73 at Chi Altie Taylor
106 18
12/15/73 at Mia Steve Owens
113 27
10/10/76 NE
Horace King
100 32
11/7/76 at Min Lawrence Gaines 116 22
11/25/76 Buf
Dexter Bussey
137 27
9/25/77 NO
Dexter Bussey
150 24
11/6/77 SD
Rick Kane
105 24
9/24/78 at Sea Dexter Bussey
120 20
11/12/78 TB
Horace King
104 12
10/28/79 Buf
Dexter Bussey
139 26
9/7/80 at LARm Dexter Bussey
111 14
9/7/80 at LARm Billy Sims
153 22
9/14/80 at GB Billy Sims
134 20
9/28/80 Min
Billy Sims
157 27
10/26/80 at KC Billy Sims
155 28
11/16/80 Bal
Billy Sims
126 30
9/20/81 at Min Billy Sims
112 27
9/27/81 Oak
Billy Sims
133 21
10/11/81 at Den Billy Sims
185 28
10/19/81 Chi
Rick Kane
101 20
11/8/81 at Was Billy Sims
159 21
11/15/81 Dal
Billy Sims
119 23
11/22/81 at Chi Billy Sims
117 22
12/12/81 Min
Billy Sims
110 13
DETROIT LIONS
9/19/82
11/25/82
12/12/82
11/13/83
11/20/83
11/24/83
12/5/83
9/9/84
9/30/84
10/14/84
10/21/84
10/20/85
10/27/85
12/15/85
9/7/86
10/12/86
9/24/89
10/29/89
11/19/89
11/23/89
12/10/89
12/17/89
12/24/89
11/4/90
11/22/90
12/10/90
12/22/90
9/15/91
9/22/91
9/29/91
10/6/91
11/10/91
11/24/91
12/8/91
12/22/91
9/6/92
10/25/92
11/8/92
11/22/92
12/6/92
12/20/92
12/28/92
9/12/93
10/3/93
10/17/93
11/7/93
12/12/93
1/2/94
9/4/94
9/19/94
9/25/94
10/2/94
10/23/94
10/30/94
11/13/94
12/4/94
12/10/94
12/17/94
9/3/95
9/17/95
10/8/95
10/15/95
10/29/95
11/19/95
11/23/95
9/1/96
9/8/96
11/3/96
11/17/96
at LARm
NYG
at GB
at Hou
at GB
Pit
Min
Atl
at SD
TB
at Min
SF
Mia
GB
at Min
at GB
Chi
at GB
at Cin
Cle
at Chi
TB
at Atl
Was
Den
LARd
at GB
Mia
at Ind
TB
Min
at TB
at Min
NYJ
at Buf
at Chi
at TB
Dal
at Cin
at GB
Chi
at SF
at NE
at TB
Sea
TB
at Pho
GB
Atl
at Dal
NE
at TB
Chi
at NYG
TB
GB
at NYJ
Min
at Pit
Ari
Cle
at GB
GB
at Chi
Min
at Min
TB
at GB
Sea
Billy Sims
Billy Sims
Billy Sims
Billy Sims
Billy Sims
Billy Sims
Billy Sims
Billy Sims
Billy Sims
Billy Sims
Billy Sims
James Jones
James Jones
James Jones
James Jones
Garry James
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Derrick Moore
Eric Lynch
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
Barry Sanders
119
114
109
105
189
106
137
140
119
100
103
116
114
104
174
140
126
184
114
145
120
104
158
104
147
176
133
143
179
160
116
118
220
114
108
109
122
108
151
114
113
104
148
130
101
187
107
115
120
194
131
166
167
146
237
188
127
110
108
147
157
124
167
120
138
163
125
152
134
25
26
29
20
36
26
23
20
14
16
22
30
36
23
36
20
18
30
18
28
26
21
20
11
23
25
19
32
30
27
25
23
23
20
26
19
21
18
29
16
20
19
32
22
22
29
20
30
27
40
18
20
23
26
26
20
23
17
21
24
18
18
22
24
24
24
20
20
16
THE RECORD BOOK
11/24/96 at Chi Barry Sanders
12/8/96 Min
Barry Sanders
12/23/96 at SF Barry Sanders
9/14/97 at Chi Barry Sanders
9/21/97 at NO Barry Sanders
9/28/97 GB
Barry Sanders
10/5/97 at Buf Barry Sanders
10/12/97 at TB Barry Sanders
10/19/97 NYG
Barry Sanders
11/2/97 at GB Barry Sanders
11/9/97 at Was Barry Sanders
11/16/97 Min
Barry Sanders
11/23/97 Ind
Barry Sanders
11/27/97 Chi
Barry Sanders
12/7/97 at Mia Barry Sanders
12/14/97 at Min Barry Sanders
12/21/97 NYJ
Barry Sanders
9/13/98 Cin
Barry Sanders
9/28/98 TB
Barry Sanders
10/15/98 GB
Barry Sanders
10/25/98 Min
Barry Sanders
11/1/98 Ari
Barry Sanders
11/8/98 at Phi Barry Sanders
11/15/98 Chi
Barry Sanders
12/6/98 at Jac Barry Sanders
10/31/99 TB
Greg Hill
10/1/00 Min
James Stewart
10/19/00 at TB James Stewart
12/17/00 at NYJ James Stewart
10/14/01 at Min James Stewart
11/22/01 GB
James Stewart
10/20/02 Chi
James Stewart
11/10/02 at GB James Stewart
12/14/03 at KC Shawn Bryson
11/21/04 at Min Kevin Jones
12/5/04 Ari
Kevin Jones
12/12/04 at GB Kevin Jones
12/26/04 Chi
Kevin Jones
10/15/06 Buf
Kevin Jones
11/5/06 Atl
Kevin Jones
10/28/07 Chi
Kevin Jones
12/23/07 KC
T.J. Duckett
11/16/08 at Car Kevin Smith
12/21/08 NO
Kevin Smith
9/27/09 Was
Kevin Smith
12/20/09 Ari
Maurice Morris
12/19/10 at TB Maurice Morris
10/10/11 Chi
Jahvid Best
11/20/11 Car
Kevin Smith
9/23/12 at Ten Mikel Leshoure
9/29/13 Chi
Reggie Bush
11/10/13 at Chi Reggie Bush
11/28/13 GB
Reggie Bush
Most 100+-Yard Rushing Games
RkPlayer
G
Years
1 Barry Sanders 76
1989-98
2 Billy Sims
23
1980-84
3t James Stewart 7
2000-03
3t Kevin Jones
7
2004-07
5 Nick Pietrosante 6
1959-65
6t Mel Farr
5
1967-73
6t Dexter Bussey 5
1974-84
8t Altie Taylor
4
1969-76
8t James Jones
4
1983-88
8t Kevin Smith
4
2008-2012
11tB. Hoernschemeyer 3
1950-55
11tSteve Owens
3
1970-75
11tTom Watkins
3
1962-67
DETROIT LIONS
107
134
175
161
113
139
107
215
105
105
105
108
216
167
137
138
184
185
131
155
127
107
140
114
102
123
123
116
164
108
102
172
122
105
100
196
156
123
127
110
105
102
112
111
101
126
109
163
140
100
139
105
117
21
20
28
19
18
28
25
24
24
23
15
19
24
19
30
19
23
26
27
25
24
27
20
24
18
16
20
29
37
16
14
32
15
18
19
26
33
25
23
26
23
15
24
24
16
17
15
12
16
26
18
14
20
11tReggie Bush
3
201315tDutch Clark
2
1934-38
15tErnie Caddel
2
1934-38
15tLew Carpenter 2
1953-55
15tJohn H. Johnson 2
1957-59
15tAmos Marsh
2
1965-67
15tRick Kane
2
1977-83, 85
15tHorace King
2
1975-83
15tMaurice Morris 2
2009-11
23tAce Gutowsky 1
1934-38
23tBill Shepherd
1
1935-40
23tFrank Sinkwich 1
1943-44
23tCamp Wilson
1
1946-49
23tWally Triplett 1
1949-50
23tBobby Layne
1
1950-58
23tGene Gedman 1
1953, 56-58
23tDan Lewis
1
1958-64
23tDon McIlhenny 1
1956
23tLawrence Gaines 1
1976-79
23tGarry James
1
1986-88
23tEric Lynch
1
1992-96
23tDerrick Moore 1
1993-94
23tGreg Hill
1
1999
23tShawn Bryson 1
2003-06
23tT.J. Duckett
1
2007
23tJahvid Best
1
2010-12
23tMikel Leshoure 1
2011Most 200+-Yard Rushing Games
RkPlayer
G
Years
1 Barry Sanders 4
1989-98
RECEIVING
100+-Yard Receiving Games (since 1934)
Date Opp Player
11/26/44 Cle
Dave Diehl
10/7/45 GB
John Greene
11/11/45 Chi
John Greene
11/27/47 Chi
John Greene
12/7/47 GB
Ralph Heywood
10/9/48 Bos
John Greene
10/31/48 GB
Joe Margucci
11/14/48 Was
Bob Mann
11/23/50 NYY
Cloyce Box
12/3/50 at Bal Cloyce Box
9/30/51 Was
Bill Swiacki
12/7/52 ChiB
Cloyce Box
12/13/52 at Dal Cloyce Box
9/27/53 Pit
Cloyce Box
10/24/54 at SF Doak Walker
11/14/54 SF
Doak Walker
11/13/55 at Pit Dave Middleton
10/6/56 at Bal Dorne Dibble
12/2/56 Chi
Dave Middleton
10/20/57 Bal
Howard Cassady
11/3/57 at SF Jim Doran
Jim Doran
11/17/57SF
10/5/58 at GB Jim Doran
10/12/58LARm Jim Doran
11/26/59 GB
James Gibbons
10/9/60 SF
Gail Cogdill
10/8/61 Chi
Terry Barr
10/29/61 at LARm Gail Cogdill
11/12/61 at StL Terry Barr
12/17/61 Phi
Gail Cogdill
9/23/62 SF
Gail Cogdill
9/30/62 at Bal Terry Barr
10/21/62 at NYG Gail Cogdill
12/2/62 Bal
Gail Cogdill
12/9/62 Min
Gail Cogdill
YdsRec
114 123 120 106 128 106 100 147 123 4
302 12
121 10
172 5
202 7
138 5
125 7
119 2
102 5
106 3
146 7
113 6
150 7
137 6
133 4
102 4
103 7
115 8
101 5
103 3
113 4
171 7
147 4
153 5
106 3
137 6
103 5
THE RECORD BOOK
9/29/63
10/13/63
10/27/63
11/3/63
11/10/63
11/17/63
11/17/63
11/24/63
12/8/63
9/13/64
9/13/64
9/19/64
10/4/64
11/1/64
11/22/64
12/13/64
9/19/65
10/17/65
10/31/65
10/9/66
10/16/66
10/23/66
10/30/66
11/6/66
11/13/66
10/1/67
9/15/68
12/8/68
12/15/68
11/16/69
10/18/70
10/10/71 10/17/71
9/17/72
10/8/72
10/22/72
9/16/73
10/6/74
10/20/74
10/27/74
10/19/75
12/7/75
10/31/76
11/14/76
11/12/78
11/11/79
9/20/81
10/5/80
10/5/80
12/14/80
10/19/81
10/19/81
11/8/81
9/19/82
12/19/82
9/11/83
9/25/83
10/21/84
11/4/84
11/22/84
10/6/85
10/27/85
11/28/85
12/15/85
12/22/85
12/22/85
9/21/86
11/2/86
11/16/86
Chi
at Dal
Min
at SF
at Bal
LARm
LARm
at Min
Cle
at SF
at SF
at LARm
NYG
LARm
Min
SF
LARm
GB
at LARm
at LARm
at Bal
at SF
GB
at Chi
at Min
at StL
at Dal
at Atl
at Was
StL
at Cle
GB
at Hou
at NYG
at Atl
SD
at Pit
at LARm
at Min
GB
at Min
Chi
GB
at NO
TB
TB
at Min
at Atl
at Atl
TB
Chi
Chi
at Was
at LARm
Min
Cle
at Min
at Min
Phi
GB
at GB
Mia
NYJ
GB
Chi
Chi
TB
Cin
at Phi
Gail Cogdill
Gail Cogdill
Terry Barr
Terry Barr
Terry Barr
Gail Cogdill
Terry Barr
Terry Barr
Terry Barr
Terry Barr
Gail Cogdill
Terry Barr
Terry Barr
Gail Cogdill
Terry Barr
James Gibbons
Terry Barr
Terry Barr
Terry Barr
Pat Studstill
Pat Studstill
Pat Studstill
Pat Studstill
Pat Studstill
Pat Studstill
Pat Studstill
Earl McCullough
Bill Gambrell
Charlie Sanders
Earl McCullough
Larry Walton
Larry Walton
Altie Taylor
John Hilton
Ron Jessie
Larry Walton
Ron Jessie
Ron Jessie
Ron Jessie
Charlie Sanders
Ray Jarvis
Marlin Briscoe
Ray Jarvis
Ray Jarvis
David Hill
Freddie Scott
Freddie Scott
Freddie Scott
Leonard Thompson
Leonard Thompson
Freddie Scott
Leonard Thompson
Freddie Scott
Billy Sims
Leonard Thompson
Leonard Thompson
Mark Nichols
Mark Nichols
Ken Jenkins
Mark Nichols
Jeff Chadwick
Leonard Thompson
Leonard Thompson
Carl Bland
Pete Mandley
Leonard Thompson
Jeff Chadwick
Jeff Chadwick
Jeff Chadwick
DETROIT LIONS
119
150
101
135
101
107
100
119
118
108
116
109
118
165
165
161
133
112
103
142
141
128
164
125
116
107
132
105
133
117
158
103
122
120
102
101
131
149
116
146
100
119
163
111
106
148
113
107
129
106
110
118
156
103
161
179
100
117
128
108
112
133
115
109
127
101
106
100
139
4
4
3
10
7
5
6
7
4
3
6
7
3
7
7
4
7
5
3
6
6
4
7
7
9
5
5
4
10
5
4
5
4
3
3
7
3
6
10
7
6
5
6
5
7
9
5
5
3
5
3
3
8
5
5
8
5
5
8
4
7
6
7
7
5
9
5
6
5
11/27/86
9/20/87
10/2/88
9/17/89
10/1/89
11/5/89
12/3/89
12/17/89
12/24/89
9/9/90
10/14/90
10/28/90
9/8/91
11/10/91
9/6/92
9/27/92
10/15/92
10/25/92
11/15/92
12/6/92
12/20/92
9/6/93
9/26/93
10/24/93
10/31/93
10/30/94
11/6/94
11/20/94
11/24/94
9/5/95
9/17/95
9/25/95
10/8/95
10/22/95
10/22/95
10/29/95
11/5/95
11/12/95
11/12/95
11/19/95
11/23/95
11/23/95
11/23/95
12/4/95
12/10/95
12/10/95
12/23/95
12/23/95
9/1/96
9/22/96
9/29/96
10/6/96
10/13/96
10/13/96
11/28/96
12/15/96
8/31/97
9/7/97
9/7/97
9/21/97
9/28/97
10/5/97
10/12/97
11/17/97
11/23/97
12/7/97
9/6/98
10/4/98
11/1/98
GB
at LARd
at SF
at NYG
Pit
at Hou
NO
TB
at Atl
TB
at KC
at NO
GB
at TB
at Chi
TB
at Min
at TB
at Pit
at GB
Chi
Atl
Pho
at LARm
at Min
at NYG
at GB
at Chi
Buf
at Pit
Ari
SF
Cle
at Was
at Was
GB
at Atl
TB
TB
at Chi
Min
Min
Min
Chi
at Hou
at Hou
at TB
at TB
at Min
Chi
at TB
Atl
at Oak
at Oak
KC
Min
Atl
TB
TB
NO
GB
at Buf
at TB
Min
Chi
at Mia
at GB
at Chi
Ari
Jeff Chadwick
Pete Mandley
Pete Mandley
Richard Johnson
Robert Clark
Robert Clark
Richard Johnson
Jason Phillips
Richard Johnson
Robert Clark
Barry Sanders
Robert Clark
Robert Clark
Brett Perriman
Willie Green
Brett Perriman
Brett Perriman
Herman Moore
Willie Green
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Willie Green
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Brett Perriman
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Brett Perriman
Brett Perriman
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Brett Perriman
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Brett Perriman
Brett Perriman
Herman Moore
Johnnie Morton
Brett Perriman
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Brett Perriman
Herman Moore
Brett Perriman
Herman Moore
Johnnie Morton
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Johnnie Morton
Brett Perriman
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Johnnie Morton
Barry Sanders
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Johnnie Morton
Johnnie Morton
Herman Moore
Johnnie Morton
Johnnie Morton
121
110
116
172
124
141
248
115
135
117
135
127
143
127
114
117
124
108
115
114
108
113
102
120
113
106
151
120
169
131
114
115
125
102
115
147
176
104
125
142
127
102
153
183
105
128
105
135
157
174
104
107
109
109
131
126
115
102
102
111
105
116
120
130
120
171
100
138
115
6
7
7
9
6
6
8
10
7
6
5
6
10
6
5
9
8
3
6
8
3
4
3
6
3
9
8
6
7
10
7
9
9
10
6
6
9
9
10
12
8
7
12
14
7
6
10
5
12
7
9
3
10
8
8
9
7
4
8
11
6
8
5
10
7
9
9
2
7
THE RECORD BOOK
11/15/98
11/26/98
12/6/98
12/27/98
9/12/99
9/19/99
11/7/99
11/14/99
11/14/99
11/21/99
11/25/99
12/12/99
12/19/99
1/2/00
1/2/00
11/30/00
9/9/01
9/23/01
10/14/01
10/21/01
11/18/01
11/10/02
12/29/02
9/26/04
11/7/04
12/19/04
12/19/04
10/16/05
11/6/05
11/13/05
12/24/05
9/24/06
10/1/06
10/15/06
10/22/06
11/5/06
11/23/06
12/3/06
12/24/06
12/31/06
12/31/06
9/16/07
9/23/07
11/18/07
11/18/07
12/16/07
9/7/08
9/14/08
10/19/08
12/14/08
12/28/08
10/4/09
11/22/09
11/22/09
12/6/09
9/19/10
9/19/10
10/17/10
10/31/10
11/7/10
11/14/10
12/19/10
9/25/11
9/25/11
10/10/11
10/16/11
10/23/11
Chi
Pit
at Jac
at Bal
at Sea
GB
StL
at Ari
at Ari
at GB
Was
at TB
at Chi
at Min
at Min
at Min
at GB
at Cle
at Min
Ten
at Ari
at GB
Min
Phi
Was
Min
Min
Car
at Min
Ari
at NO
GB
at StL
Buf
at NYJ
Atl
Mia
at NE
Chi
at Dal
at Dal
Min
at Phi
NYG
NYG
at SD
at Atl
GB
at Hou
at Ind
at GB
at Chi
Cle
Cle
at Cin
Phi
Phi
at NYG
Was
NYJ
at Buf
at TB
at Min
at Min
Chi
SF
Atl
Johnnie Morton
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Herman Moore
Germane Crowell
Johnnie Morton
Germane Crowell
Germane Crowell
Johnnie Morton
Germane Crowell
Germane Crowell
Johnnie Morton
Johnnie Morton
Johnnie Morton
Germane Crowell
Larry Foster
Johnnie Morton
Johnnie Morton
Germane Crowell
Johnnie Morton
Johnnie Morton
Az-Zahir Hakim
Bill Schroeder
Roy Williams
Az-Zahir Hakim
Az-Zahir Hakim
Roy Williams
Marcus Pollard
Scottie Vines
Roy Williams
Roy Williams
Roy Williams
Roy Williams
Roy Williams
Mike Furrey
Roy Williams
Roy Williams
Mike Furrey
Mike Furrey
Roy Williams
Mike Furrey
Roy Williams
Roy Williams
Shaun McDonald
Roy Williams
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Kevin Smith
Calvin Johnson
Jahvid Best
Brandon Pettigrew
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Nate Burleson
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Brandon Pettigrew
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
Calvin Johnson
DETROIT LIONS
109
148
116
120
141
118
163
142
110
112
122
107
100
128
120
106
111
100
125
113
153
143
132
135
120
108
104
105
109
117
111
138
139
161
109
138
126
123
107
104
102
111
204
113
106
102
107
129
154
110
102
133
161
104
123
154
108
146
101
113
128
152
108
112
130
113
115
5
8
7
10
7
4
8
5
4
8
5
7
8
10
8
8
5
6
9
9
7
7
6
9
7
4
7
3
9
7
4
7
9
10
9
6
6
9
10
11
11
7
9
7
6
5
7
6
2
9
9
8
7
4
6
9
7
5
9
7
10
10
7
11
5
7
5
10/30/11 at Den Calvin Johnson
125
12/18/11 at Oak Calvin Johnson
214
12/24/11 SD
Calvin Johnson
102
1/1/12 at GB Calvin Johnson
244
1/1/12 at GB Brandon Pettigrew 116
9/12/12 StL
Calvin Johnson
111
9/23/12 at Ten Calvin Johnson
164
10/14/12 at Phi Calvin Johnson
135
10/28/12 Sea
Titus Young
100
11/4/12 at Jac Calvin Johnson
129
11/11/12 at Min Calvin Johnson
207
11/18/12 GB
Calvin Johnson
143
11/22/12 Hou
Calvin Johnson
140
11/22/12 Hou
Ryan Broyles
126
12/2/12 Ind
Calvin Johnson
171
12/9/12 at GB Calvin Johnson
118
12/16/12 at Ari Calvin Johnson
121
12/22/12 Atl
Calvin Johnson
225
9/8/13 Min
Reggie Bush
101
9/15/13 at Ari Calvin Johnson
116
9/22/13 at Was Calvin Johnson
115
9/22/13 at Was Nate Burleson
116
10/20/13 Cin
Calvin Johnson
155
10/27/13 Dal
Calvin Johnson
329
11/17/13 at Pit Calvin Johnson
179
11/24/13 TB
Calvin Johnson
115
11/28/13 GB
Calvin Johnson
101
9/8/14 NYG
Calvin Johnson
164
9/28/14 at NYJ Golden Tate
116
10/5/14 BUF
Golden Tate
134
10/19/14 NO
Golden Tate
154
10/26/14 at Atl Golden Tate
151
11/9/14 Mia
Golden Tate
109
11/9/14 Mia
Calvin Johnson
113
11/27/14 Chi
Calvin Johnson
146
12/7/14 TB
Calvin Johnson
158
12/21/14 at Chi Calvin Johnson
103
Most 100+-Yard Receiving Games
RkPlayer
G
Years
1 Calvin Johnson 44
20072 Herman Moore 34
1991-01
3 Johnnie Morton 18
1994-01
4 Terry Barr
16
1957-65
1991-96
5t Roy Williams
13
2004-08
7 Gail Cogdill
12
1960-68
1975-86
9t Pat Studstill
7
1961-67
9t Germaine Crowell 7
1998-02
11tCloyce Box
5
1949-50, 52-54
11tFreddie Scott
5
1978-83
11tJeff Chadwick 5
1983-89
11tRobert Clark
5
1989-91
11tGolden Tate
5
201416tJohn Greene
4
1944-50
16tJim Doran
4
1951-59
16tRon Jessie
4
1971-74
16tMike Furrey
4
2006-08
20tRay Jarvis
3
1974-78
20tMark Nichols
3
1981-87
20tPete Mandley
3
1984-88
20tRichard Johnson 3
1989-90
20tWillie Green
3
1991-93
20tAz-Zahir Hakim 3
2002-04, 06
20tBrandon Pettigrew 3
200927tDoak Walker
2
1950-55
27tDave Middleton 2
1955-60
27tJames Gibbons 2
1958-68
6
9
4
11
7
6
10
6
9
7
12
5
8
6
13
10
10
11
4
6
7
6
9
14
6
7
6
7
8
7
10
7
11
7
11
8
6
THE RECORD BOOK
27tEarl McCullough 2
1968-73
27tCharlie Sanders 2
1968-77
27tLarry Walton
2
1969-76
27tBarry Sanders 2
1989-98
27tNate Burleson 2
2010-13
35tDave Diehl
1
1939-40, 44-45
35tRalph Heywood 1
1947
35tJoe Margucci
1
1947-48
35tBob Mann
1
1948-49
35tDorne Dibble
1
1951, 53-57
35tBill Swiacki
1
1951-52
35tHoward Cassady 1
1956-61, 63
35tBill Gambrell
1
1968
35tAltie Taylor
1
1969-76
35tJohn Hilton
1
1972-73
35tMarlin Briscoe 1
1975-76
35tDavid Hill
1
1976-82
35tBilly Sims
1
1980-84
35tKen Jenkins
1
1983-84
35tCarl Bland
1
1984-88
35tJason Phillips 1
1989-90
35tLarry Foster
1
2000-02
35tBill Schroeder 1
2002-03
35tScottie Vines
1
2004-05
35tMarcus Pollard 1
2005-06
35tShaun McDonald 1
2007-08
35tKevin Smith
1
2008-12
35tJahvid Best
1
2010-12
35tTitus Young
1
2011-12
35tRyan Broyles
1
201235tReggie Bush
1
2013Most 200+-Yard Receiving Games
RkPlayer
G
Years
1 Calvin Johnson 5
20072 Cloyce Box
2
1949-50, 52-54
3t Richard Johnson 1
1989-90
3t Roy Williams
1
2004-08
Most 300+-Yard Receiving Games
RkPlayer
G
Years
1t Cloyce Box
1
1949-50, 52-54
1t Calvin Johnson 1
2007TOTAL TOUCHDOWNS
3+-Total Touchdown Games (since 1934)
DateOpp Player
TD
10/22/34 Bkn
Dutch Clark
3
11/4/34 Pit
Ernie Caddel
3
9/20/35 Phi
Ernie Caddel
3
9/19/43 ChiC
Harry Hopp
3
11/26/44 at LARm Dave Diehl
3
12/3/44 Bos
Elmer Hackney
3
11/19/50 GB
Doak Walker
3
11/23/50 NYY
Cloyce Box
3
12/3/50 at Bal Cloyce Box
4
11/27/52 GB
Cloyce Box
3
12/7/52 Chi
Cloyce Box
3
12/13/52 Dal
Cloyce Box
3
11/3/57 at SF Jim Doran
3
10/12/58 LARm Gene Gedman
3
10/11/59 Bal
Howard Cassady 3
10/30/60 at LARm Jim Ninowski
3
11/3/63 at SF Terry Barr
3
10/13/68 at Chi Mel Farr
3
12/8/68 at Atl Billy Gambrell
3
10/1/72 at Chi Greg Landry
3
12/9/78 Min
Leonard Thompson 3
9/7/80 at LARm Billy Sims
3
10/9/83 GB
James Jones
3
DETROIT LIONS
9/23/84 Min
Leonard Thompson 3
11/28/85 NYJ
Leonard Thompson 3
12/24/89 at Atl Barry Sanders
3
9/29/91 TB
Barry Sanders
3
11/24/91 at Min Barry Sanders
4
10/8/95 Cle
Barry Sanders
3
10/29/95 GB
Herman Moore
3
10/12/97 at TB Barry Sanders
3
11/16/97 Min
Tommy Vardell
3
11/27/97 Chi
Barry Sanders
3
9/13/98 Cin
Barry Sanders
3
11/15/98 Chi
Tommy Vardell
3
10/19/00 at TB James Stewart
3
11/13/05 Ari
Roy Williams
3
9/19/10 Phi
Jahvid Best
3
10/31/10 Was
Calvin Johnson
3
11/20/11 Car
Kevin Smith
3
11/4/12 at Jac Mikel Leshoure
3
10/13/13 at Cle Joseph Fauria
3
Most 3+-Total Touchdown Games
RkPlayer
G
Years
1 Barry Sanders 7
1989-98
2 Cloyce Box
5
1949-50,52-54
1975-86
4t Billy Sims
2
1980-84
4t Calvin Johnson 2
20074t Ernie Caddel
2
1934-38
4t Tommy Vardell 2
1997-98
8t Billy Gambrell 1
1968
8t Dave Diehl
1
1939-40,44-45
8t Doak Walker
1
1950-55
8t Dutch Clark
1
1934-38
8t Elmer Hackney 1
1942-46
8t Gene Gedman 1
1953,56-58
8t Greg Landry
1
1968-78
8t Harry Hopp
1
1940-43
8t Herman Moore 1
1991-2001
8t Howard Cassady 1
1956-61,63
8t Jahvid Best
1
2010-12
8t James Jones
1
1983-88
8t James Stewart 1
2000-02
8t Jim Doran
1
1951-59
8t Jim Ninowski
1
1960-61
8t Joseph Fauria 1
20138t Kevin Smith
1
2008-12
8t Mel Farr
1
1967-73
8t Mikel Leshoure 1
2011-13
8t Roy Williams
1
2004-08
8t Terry Barr
1
1957-65
Most4+ Total Touchdown Games
RkPlayer
G
Years
1t Cloyce Box
1
1949-50,52-54
1t Barry Sanders 1
1989-98
SACKS
2+-Sack Games (since 1982)
DateOpp Player
Sk
9/12/82 Chi
Al Baker
2.0
12/12/82 GB
Al Baker
2.5
12/12/82 GB
Doug English
2.5
12/12/82 GB
Joe Ehrmann
2.0
12/19/82 Min
Al Baker
2.0
9/4/83 TB
Bill Gay
5.5
9/18/83 Atl
Doug English
2.0
10/9/83 GB
Doug English
2.0
12/5/83 Min
Doug English
2.0
9/16/84 TB
Doug English
2.0
10/21/84 Min
Michael Cofer
2.5
11/11/84 Was
Bill Gay
2.0
THE RECORD BOOK
11/11/84
11/18/84
9/8/85
9/15/85
11/17/85
11/24/85
11/24/85
11/28/85
11/16/86
11/16/86
11/16/86
11/23/86
11/8/87
11/22/87
11/22/87
10/2/88
10/16/88
10/23/88
10/23/88
11/20/88
12/4/88
12/18/88
10/1/89
10/1/89
10/15/89
10/22/89
11/12/89
12/10/89
9/30/90
11/4/90
11/11/90
12/16/90
9/22/91
11/15/92
11/22/92
11/26/92
9/5/93
10/3/93
12/12/93
12/12/93
9/11/94
10/23/94
11/24/94
9/17/95
9/17/95
11/23/95
9/1/96
10/6/96
11/3/96
9/14/97
11/23/97
11/23/97
11/27/97
10/25/98
11/8/98
11/15/98
11/26/98
12/20/98
9/12/99
10/31/99
12/5/99
12/12/99
1/2/00
9/3/00
9/3/00
11/12/00
11/19/00
9/23/01
10/14/01
Was
Chi
Atl
Dal
Min
TB
TB
NYJ
Phi
Phi
Phi
TB
Dal
Chi
Chi
SF
NYG
KC
KC
GB
GB
TB
Pit
Pit
TB
Min
GB
Chi
GB
Was
Min
Chi
Ind
Pit
Cin
Hou
A tl
TB
Pho
Pho
Min
Chi
Buf
Ari
Ari
Min
Min
Atl
GB
Chi
Ind
Ind
Chi
Min
Phi
Chi
Pit
Atl
Sea
TB
Was
TB
Min
NO
NO
Atl
NYG
Cle
Min
Curtis Green
Bill Gay
Angelo King
Jimmy Williams
Bill Gay
Curtis Green
Jimmy Williams
Bill Gay
Keith Ferguson
Bill Gay
Eric Williams
Michael Cofer
Michael Cofer
Michael Cofer
Keith Ferguson
Michael Cofer
Keith Ferguson
Keith Ferguson
Eric Williams
Michael Cofer
George Jamison
George Jamison
Eric Williams
Michael Cofer
Michael Cofer
Jerry Ball
Jerry Ball
Jerry Ball
Tracy Hayworth
Keith Ferguson
Michael Cofer
Michael Cofer
Jeff Hunter
Marc Spindler
Kelvin Pritchett
Tracy Scroggins
Dan Owens
Tracy Scroggins
Robert Porcher
Kelvin Pritchett
Broderick Thomas
Robert Porcher
Kelvin Pritchett
Tracy Scroggins
Robert Porcher
Antonio London
Henry Thomas
Robert Porcher
Luther Elliss
Reggie Brown
Robert Porcher
Tracy Scroggins
Tracy Scroggins
Tracy Scroggins
Robert Porcher
Robert Porcher
Allen Aldridge
Robert Porcher
Robert Porcher
Tracy Scroggins
Tracy Scroggins
Robert Porcher
Tracy Scroggins
Kelvin Pritchett
Tracy Scroggins
Robert Porcher
Robert Porcher
Robert Porcher
Chris Claiborne
DETROIT LIONS
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
3.0
2.0
3.0
4.0
2.5
2.0
2.5
2.0
3.5
3.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
3.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
3.0
3.0
2.0
3.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
3.5
3.0
2.0
2.5
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.5
3.0
2.0
2.0
3.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
3.0
2.0
2.0
10/14/01
11/4/01
12/9/01
12/16/01
11/3/02
11/3/02
12/8/02
11/23/03
11/27/03
9/19/04
10/10/04
10/24/04
11/21/04
12/19/04
10/2/05
10/23/05
10/23/05
11/6/05
9/10/06
10/15/06
11/12/06
9/9/07
9/30/07
10/21/07
11/4/07
12/23/07
10/18/09
10/31/10
10/31/10
10/31/10
12/5/10
12/12/10
10/30/11
10/30/11
12/11/11
12/18/11
10/14/12
11/18/12
11/22/12
9/22/13
9/29/13
11/24/13
11/28/13
9/14/14
10/12/14
10/12/14
12/7/14
12/21/14
Min
SF
TB
Min
Dal
Dal
Ari
Min
GB
Hou
Atl
NYG
Min
Min
TB
Cle
Cle
Min
Sea
Buf
SF
Oak
Chi
TB
Den
KC
GB
Was
Was
Was
Chi
GB
Den
Den
Min
Oak
Phi
GB
Hou
Was
Chi
TB
GB
Car
Min
Min
TB
Chi
Robert Porcher
Robert Porcher
James Hall
Robert Porcher
Donte’ Curry
Robert Porcher
Kalimba Edwards
Robert Porcher
Robert Porcher
James Hall
Shaun Rogers
Kalimba Edwards
James Hall
James Hall
Kalimba Edwards
Jared DeVries
Dan Wilkinson
Kalimba Edwards
Shaun Rogers
James Hall
Cory Redding
Kalimba Edwards
Jared DeVries
Dewayne White
Shaun Rogers
Shaun Rogers
Julian Peterson
Cliff Avril
Ndamukong Suh
Kyle Vanden Bosch
Cliff Avril
Turk McBride
Cliff Avril
Lawrence Jackson
Cliff Avril
Cliff Avril
Cliff Avril
Nick Fairley
Cliff Avril
Ezekiel Ansah
Ndamukong Suh
Ezekiel Ansah
Ezekiel Ansah
C.J. Mosley
Ezekiel Ansah
Ndamukong Suh
DeAndre Levy
Ndamukong Suh
2.0
2.0
3.5
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.5
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
3.0
2.0
2.0
3.0
3.0
2.5
2.0
2.5
2.0
2.0
2.0
3.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.5
2.0
2.0
2.0
THE RECORD BOOK
Opp��F. Taylor, 183 at Jac 12/6/98, G. Hearst, 198 at SF
12/14/98, J. Anderson, 147 vs. Atl 12/12/98 and
P. Holmes, 132 at Bal 12/27/98
RUSHING
RECEIVING
100-149 Yds
150-199 Yds
Lions��R. Bush, 117 vs. GB 11/28/13
Lions��C. Johnson, 158 vs. TB 12/7/14
Opp��E. Lacy, 100 at GB 12/28/14
Opp��V. Jackson, 159 vs. TB 12/7/14
150-199 Yds
200-299 Yds
Lions��J. Best, 163 vs. Chi 10/10/11
Lions��C. Johnson, 225 vs. Atl 12/22/12
Opp��A. Peterson, 171 at Min 11/11/12
Opp��S. Rice, 201 at Min 11/15/09
200+ Yds
300+ Yds
Lions��B. Sanders, 216 vs. Ind 11/23/97
Lions��C. Johnson, 329 vs. Dal 10/27/13
Opp��L. McCoy, 217 at Phi 12/8/13
Opp��J. Benton, 303 vs. Cle 11/22/45
Two 100+-yd rushers
Two 100+-yd receivers
Lions��B. Sims, 153 and D. Bussey, 111 at LaRm 9/7/80
Lions��C. Johnson, 113 and G. Tate, 109 vs. Mia 11/9/14
Opp��R. Grant, 106 and D. Wynn, 106 at GB 12/28/08
Opp��K. Stills, 103 and M. Colston, 111 vs NO 10/19/14
Run of 50-74 Yds
Three 100+–yd receivers
Lions��J. Bell, 57 vs. TB 12/7/14
Lions��B. Perriman, 153; H. Moore, 127 and J. Morton, 102 vs.
Opp��C. Patterson, 50t at Min 12/29/13
Min 11/23/95
Run of 75+ Yds
Opp��A. Monk, 168; R. Sanders, 132 and G. Clark, 132 vs. Was
Lions��J. Best, 88t vs. Chi 10/10/11
11/4/1990 (OT)
Opp��A. Peterson, 78t vs. Min 9/8/13
100+ Yds in One Quarter
Three Rushing TD
Lions��G. Tate, 100 vs NO 10/19/14
Lions��M. Leshoure, at Jac 11/4/12
Opp��A. Brown, 105 at Pit 11/17/13
Opp��B. Wells, at Ari 12/16/12
100+ Yds in One Half
Four Rushing TD
Lions��C. Johnson, 109 vs CHI 11/27/14
Lions��B. Sanders, at Min 11/24/91
Opp��A. Brown, 110 at Pit 11/17/13
Opp��Never Happened
Back-to-Back 100+-yd games
30-39 Attempts
Lions��C. Johnson, 146 vs. Chi 11/27/14 and 158 vs. TB 12/7/14
Lions��K. Jones, 33 at GB 12/12/04
Opp��M. Bennett, 109 at Pit 11/27/14 and V. Jackson, 159 vs.
Opp��C. Benson, 36 at Cin 12/6/09
TB 12/7/14
40+ Attempts
Lions��B. Sanders, 40 at Dal 9/19/94 (OT)
Lions��. Tate, 154 vs. NO 10/19/14 and 151 at Atl 10/26/14
Opp��S. Largent, 261 vs. Sea 10/18/87 and W. Stanley, 150 vs.
GB 10/25/87
200-299 Yds Team Rushing
Lions��241, vs. GB 11/28/13
Three-straight 100+-yd games
Opp��299, at Phi 12/8/13
Lions��G. Tate, 154 vs NO 10/19/14, 151 at Atl 10/26/14 and
109 vs. Mia 11/9/14
300+ Yds Team Rushing
Opp��A. Jeffery, 114 at Chi 11/10/13; A. Brown, 147 at Pit
Lions��330, at LaRm 9/7/80
11/17/13 and T. Underwood, 108 vs. TB 11/24/13
Opp��308, at Bal 12/13/09
Four-Straight 100+-yd games
40+ Team Rushing Attempts
Lions��C. Johnson, 171 vs. Ind 12/2/12, 118 at GB 12/9/12, 121
Lions��43, vs. GB 11/28/13
at Ari 12/16/12 and 225 vs. Atl 12/22/12
Opp��46, at Phi 12/8/13
Opp��A. Jeffery, 107 vs. Chi 9/29/13; J. Jones, 127 at GB
100+ Yds in One Quarter
10/6/13; J. Gordon, 126 at Cle 10/13/13 and A. Green, 155
Lions��J. Best, 100 at Chi 10/10/11
vs. Cin 10/20/13
50-74
yd
Reception
100+ Yds in One Half
Lions��C. Johnson, 53 vs. TB 12/7/14
Lions��R. Bush, 112 vs. Chi 9/29/13
Opp��V. Jackson, 50 vs. TB 12/7/14
75+ yd Reception
Lions��B. Sanders, 140 at Phi 11/8/98 and 114 vs. Chi 11/15/98 Lions��C. Johnson, 79t at Pit 11/17/13
Opp��F. Gore, 121 vs. SF 10/16/11 and M. Turner, 122 vs. Atl 10/23/11 Opp��T. Underwood, 85t vs. TB 11/24/13
10+ Receptions
Lions��C. Johnson, 11 vs. Chi 11/27/14
Lions��K. Jones, 196 vs. Ari 12/5/04 and 156 at GB 12/12/04
Opp��F. Taylor, 183 at Jac 12/6/98 and G. Hearst, 198 at SF 12/14/98 Opp��V. Jackson, 10 vs. TB 12/7/14
Three TD Receptions
Three-straight 100+-yd games
Lions��B. Sanders, 107 at Ari 11/1/98, 140 at Phi 11/8/98 and Lions��J. Fauria, at Cle 10/13/13
Opp��J. Nelson, at GB 1/1/12
114 vs. Chi 11/15/98
Four TD Receptions
Opp��M. Forte, 116 vs. Chi 10/10/11, F. Gore, 121 vs. SF
Lions��C. Box, at BalC 12/3/50
10/16/11 and M. Turner, 122 vs. Atl 10/23/11
Opp��P. Warfield, at Mia 12/15/73
Four-straight 100+-yd games
Lions��B. Sanders, 127 vs. Min 10/25/98, 107 at Ari 11/1/98, 140
at Phi 11/8/98 and 114 vs. Chi 11/15/98
THE LAST TIME
DETROIT LIONS
THE RECORD BOOK
PASSING
40–49 Attempts
Lions��M. Stafford, 41 at GB 12/28/14
Opp��T. Bridgewater, 41 vs Min 12/14/14
50–59 Attempts
Lions��M. Stafford, 51 vs. Cin 10/20/13
Opp��T. Brady, 53 at NE 11/23/14
60+ Attempts
Lions��M. Stafford, 61 vs. Hou 11/22/12
Opp��C. Miller, 66 at Atl 12/24/89
30–39 Completions
Lions��M. Stafford, 34 vs. Chi 11/27/14
40+ Completions
Lions��Never Happened
300–399 Yds
Lions��M. Stafford, 311 vs TB 12/7/14
Back-to-back 300+-yd games
Lions��M. Stafford, 390 vs. Chi 11/27/14 and 311 vs. TB 12/7/14
Opp��D. Stanton, 306 at Ari 11/16/14 and T. Brady, 349 at NE
11/23/14
400-499 Yds
Lions��M. Stafford, 488 vs. Dal 10/27/13
Opp��M. Flynn, 480 at GB 1/1/12
500+ Yds
Three TD Passes
Lions��M. Stafford, at GB 12/28/14
Opp��T. Romo, vs. Dal 10/27/13
Four TD Passes
Lions��M. Stafford, at Cle 10/13/13
Opp��B. Roethlisberger, at Pit 11/17/13
Five+ TD Passes
Opp��M. Flynn, 6 at GB 1/1/12
Five Interceptions
Lions��M. Stafford, at Sea 11/8/09
Opp��T. Kramer, vs. Min 9/28/80
Six Interceptions
Lions��B. Layne, at Cle 12/26/54 (NFL Championship)
Opp��J. Zorn, at Sea 10/24/76
Seven+ Interceptions
Lions��T. Detmer, 7 at Cle 9/23/01
TD off a Halfback Pass
Lions��J. Jones to G. Danielson, 22t vs. Phi 11/4/84
Opp��C. Portis to L. Coles, 15t vs. Was 11/7/04
TD off Flea Flicker
11/24/94��D. Krieg to H. Moore (handoff to B. Sanders), 51t vs. Buf
COMBINED YARDS AND TOUCHDOWNS
100+-yd Rusher, 100+-yd Receiver
Lions��R. Bush 117 (rush), C. Johnson 101 (rec) vs. GB 11/28/13
Opp��M. Forte 103 (rush), E. Bennett 109 (rec) vs. Chi 12/30/12
Single 100+-yd Rusher, 100+-yd Receiver
Lions��B. Sims, 119 (rush) and 103 (rec) at LARm 9/19/82
Opp��B. Westbrook, 110 (rush) and 111 (rec) at Phi 9/23/07
Led Team in Both Rushing and Receiving Yards
Lions��J. Bell, 91 (rush) and 63 (rec) vs. NYG 12/22/13
Opp��M. Forte, 50 (rush) and 151 (rec), at Chi 9/12/10
DETROIT LIONS
300+–yard Passer, 100+-yd Rusher, 100+-yd Receiver
Lions��M. Stafford 330 (pass), R. Bush 117 (rush), C. Johnson
101 (rec) vs. GB 11/28/13
Opp��M. Schaub 315 (pass), A. Foster 102 (rush), A. Johnson
188 (rec) vs. Hou 11/22/12
3+ Total Touchdowns
Lions��J. Fauria (3 rec), at Cle 10/13/13
Opp��A. Peterson (2 rush, 1 rec), vs. Min 9/8/13
DEFENSE
Shutout
Lions��at TB 9/29/96
Opp��at GB 10/18/09
Safety
Lions��D. Levy tackled E. Lacy in end zone, vs. GB 9/21/14
Opp��M. Stafford intentional grounding in the end zone, at GB
12/28/14
Fumble Recovered In End Zone for TD
Lions��S. Tulloch, vs. Min 12/11/11 (Vikings QB C. Ponder fumble)
Opp��B. Leber, at Min 10/8/06 (Lions QB J. Kitna fumble)
Fumble Return TD
Lions��D. Carey, 40t vs. GB 9/21/14
Opp��M. Burnett, 1t vs. GB 11/28/13
Interception Return TD
Lions��R. Mathis, 41t vs. BUF 10/5/14
Opp��W. Hill, 38t vs. NYG 12/22/13
70+ yd Interception Return
Lions��J. Ihedigbo, 70 vs MIA 11/9/14
Opp��S. Lee, 74 vs. Dal 10/27/13
Two Interceptions
Lions��T. Whitehead, 2 at Min 10/12/14
Opp��S. Lee, 2 vs. Dal 10/27/13
Three Interceptions
Lions��K. Shultz, at Chi 9/24/00
Opp��B. Williams, at Min 11/23/03
Four Interceptions
Lions��D. Doll, vs. ChiC 10/23/49
Opp��B. Dillon, vs. GB 11/26/53
Three Sacks
Lions��D. White, 3.0 vs. TB 10/21/07
Opp��M. Dareus, 3.0 vs. BUF 10/5/14
Four Sacks
Lions��K. Ferguson, 4.0 at Phi 11/16/86
Opp��K. Williams, 4.0 at Min 10/12/08
Five+ Sacks
Lions��W. Gay, 5.5 at TB 9/4/83
Opp�� Never Happened
Five+ Sacks by Team
Lions��6, vs. TB 12/7/14
Opp��6, vs. BUF 10/5/14
Less than 25 rushing yards
Lions��13, vs Chi, 11/27/14
Opp��20, at Min, 9/25/11
Less than 50 rushing yards
Lions��26, vs TB 12/7/14
Opp��49, at Ari 9/5/13
Less than 50 net passing yards
Lions��35, at GB 12/12/04
Opp��43, at Min 12/14/97
Less than 100 net passing yards
Lions��96, vs. GB 12/12/10
Opp��97, at Ari 12/16/12
THE RECORD BOOK
Less than 150 yards net offense
Lions��149, at GB 10/18/09
Opp��126, vs. GB 11/28/13
Forced four turnovers
Lions��vs. Chi 9/29/13
Opp��vs. GB 11/28/13
Forced five+ turnovers
Lions��6, vs. Min 12/11/11
Opp��5, vs. TB 11/24/13
SPECIAL TEAMS
Four Field Goals
Lions��D. Akers, vs. Chi 9/29/13
Opp��J. Feely, at Ari 9/15/13
Five Field Goals
Lions��J. Hanson, vs. GB 11/27/03
Opp��M. Crosby, at GB 10/6/13
Six Field Goals
Lions��J. Hanson, vs. Min 10/17/99
Opp��J. Tucker, vs. Bal 12/16/13
50–59 yd Field Goal
Lions��M. Prater, 50 at Ari 11/16/14
Opp��C. Sturgis, 50 vs. MIA 11/9/14
60+ Yd Field Goal
Opp��J. Tucker, 61 vs. Bal 12/16/13
Kicked Game-Winning FG (4th quarter/OT)
Lions��M. Prater, 33 Yds vs Min 12/14/14
Opp��D. Carpenter, 58 Yds vs. BUF 10/5/14
Blocked Field Goal
Lions��I. Abdul-Quddus (M. Crosby kick), at GB 12/28/14
Opp��J. Ratliff (M. Prater kick), at Chi 12/21/14
Blocked FG Return TD
Lions��S. Rogers block (P. Edinger kick), B. Walker 92t at Chi 9/12/04
Opp��H. Ford block (J. Hanson kick), D. Mitchell 69t vs. Ten 10/21/01
TD off Fake FG
Lions��J. Reed to Ed O’Neil, 32t vs. Atl 9/19/76
Opp��J. Brown to D. Fells, 36t vs. StL 11/1/09
Missed PAT (not blocked)
Lions��N. Suh, vs. NYJ 11/7/10
Opp��K. Brown, at Pit 12/23/01
Blocked PAT
Lions��J. DeVries (R. Longwell kick), at Min 10/8/06
Opp��B. Logan (D. Akers kick), at Phi 12/8/13
Punted 10+ times
Lions��J. Jett, 11 at Car 9/15/02
Opp��F. Filipovic, 10 vs. Dal 11/3/02
15+ Punts Combined
Lions��S. Martin, 7-330 (47.1), vs. BUF 10/5/14
Opp��C. Schmidt, 8-345 (43.1) vs. BUF 10/5/14
60-69 yd Punt
Lions��S. Martin, 63 at Min 10/12/14
Opp��P. O’ Donnell, 61 vs CHI 11/27/14
70+ yd Punt
Lions��S. Martin, 71 vs. TB 12/7/14
Opp��M. McBriar, 70 at Pit 11/17/13
Zero Punts
Lions��vs. KC 11/25/71
Opp��vs. NO 12/21/08
Blocked Punt
Lions��C. FitzSimmons (D. Colquitt punt), vs. KC 12/23/07
Opp��D. Gorrer (S. Martin punt), vs. TB 11/24/13
DETROIT LIONS
Blocked Punt Return TD
Lions��B. Blades (P. McJulien punt), 7t vs. GB 11/1/92
Opp��T. Jacobs block (N. Harris punt), W. Harris 13t vs. Was 11/7/04
Successful Fake Punt
Lions��S. Martin pass to J. Collins vs. Mia 11/9/14
Opp��C. Mohr pass to B. Finneran at ATL 10/10/2004
Failed Fake Punt
Lions��S. Martin pass to I. Abdul-Quddus vs. Mia 11/9/14
Opp��M. Dodge fumbles at NYG 10/17/2010
Punt Return TD
Lions��J. Ross, 58t at Phi 12/8/13
Opp��M. Hyde, 55t at GB 12/28/14
Punt Return 50–69 Yds
Lions��.J. Ross, 50 vs. NYG 12/22/13
Opp��M. Hyde, 55 at GB 12/28/14
Punt Return 70–89 Yds
Lions��S. Logan, 71 vs. Was 10/31/10
Opp��M. Sherels, 77t vs. Min 9/30/12
Punt Return 90+ Yds
Lions��D. Howard, 95t at NO 9/3/00
Opp��B. McCann, 97t at Dal 11/21/10
Kickoff Return TD
Opp��P. Harvin, 105t vs. Min 9/30/12
Kickoff Return 50-69 Yds
Lions��S. Logan, 60 vs. Chi 12/5/10
Opp��C. Patterson, 51 vs. Min 12/14/14
Kickoff Return 70-89 Yds
Lions��A. Brown, 87 at NO 9/13/09
Opp��D. Amendola, 81 at NE 11/23/14
Kickoff Return 90+ Yds
Kickoff Return TD to Start a Game
Lions��E. Drummond, 92t at Min 11/21/04
Two Total Kick Return TDs
Lions��J. Ross (1 PR, 1 KR), at Phi 12/8/13
Successful Onside Kick
Lions��J. Hanson kick recovered by A. Spievey, at Ten 9/23/12
Opp��N. Novak kick recovered by E. Weddle, vs. SD 12/24/11
Failed Onside Kick Attempt
Lions��D. Akers kick recovered by J. Nelson, at GB 10/6/13
Opp��R. Gould kick recovered by J. Bell, at Chi 11/10/13
TEAM
Won Game by 20+ Points
Lions��35-14, vs. NYG 9/8/14
Opp��34-9, at NE 11/23/14
Won Game after trailing by 14+ points in 4th quarter
Lions��30-27 (17-0 in 4Q), at Min 10/31/93
Opp��26-17 (23-0 in 4Q), at Min 10/8/06
Scored 20+ Points in One Quarter
Lions��21, vs Chi 11/27/14
Opp��28, at Phi 12/8/13
Scored 30+ Points in One Half
Lions��30, vs. Chi 9/29/13
Opp��34, at Phi 12/8/13
Scored 40-49 Points
Lions��40, vs. GB 11/28/13
Opp��44, at Ten 9/23/12
THE RECORD BOOK
Scored 50-59 Points
Lions��55, vs. Chi 11/27/97
Opp��51, at SD 12/16/07
Scored 60+ Points
Opp��65, at LaRm 10/29/50
Overtime Win
Lions��at Phi 10/14/12
Opp��vs. NYG 12/22/13
Tie Game
24-24 (OT) vs. Phi 11/4/84
Zero Points Scored in First Half
Lions��at Atl 10/26/14
Opp��at Min 10/12/14
Scoreless First Half
vs. GB 12/12/10
Scoreless Game
vs. NYG 11/7/43
Zero Touchdowns Scored
Lions��at NE 11/23/14
Opp��vs. Bal 12/16/13
Zero Turnovers
Lions��vs Min 12/14/14
Opp��vs. Bal 12/16/13
Zero Penalties
Lions��at Chi 10/1/72
Opp��vs. Chi 11/28/91
Zero Sacks Allowed
Lions��vs Min 12/14/14
Opp��at NE 11/23/14
TD on First Offensive Play
Lions��A. Hakim 64-yd pass from J. Harrington, at GB 11/10/02
Opp��A. Peterson 78-yd run, vs. Min 9/8/13
TD on Opening Drive
Lions��T. Riddick 9-yd pass from M. Stafford, at Min 10/12/14
Opp��A. Jeffery 10-yd pass from J. Cutler, vs CHI 11/27/14
TD on Opening Drive of Second Half
Lions�� C. Johnson 4 yard pass from M. Stafford, at GB 12/28/14
Opp�� K. Stills 46 yard pass from D. Brees, vs. NO 10/19/14
Successful Two-Point Conversion
Lions��J. Fauria pass from M. Stafford, vs. NYG 12/22/13
Opp��F. Jackson rush, vs. BUF 10/5/14
Failed Two-Point Conversion Attempt
Lions��J. Bell rush, at GB 12/28/14
Opp��L. McCoy pass from N. Foles, D. Jackson pass from N.
Foles and C. Polk rush, at Phi 12/8/13
400–499 Yds Net Offense
Lions��407, vs. TB 12/7/14
Opp��439, at NE 11/23/14
500–599 Yds Net Offense
Lions��561, vs. GB 11/28/13
Opp��501, vs. Hou 11/22/12
600+ Yds Total Net Offense
Lions��623, vs. Dal 10/27/13
Opp��676, vs. Was 11/4/90
20-24 First Downs
Lions��23, at GB 12/28/14
Opp��24, at GB 12/28/14
25+ First Downs
Lions��28, vs. CHI 11/27/14
Opp��29, at NE 11/23/14
DETROIT LIONS
Four Consecutive Wins
34-17 vs. CHI 11/27/14; 34-17 vs. TB 12/7/14; 16-14 vs. MIN
12/14/14; 20-14 at CHI 12/21/14
Five Consecutive Wins
27-20 at TB 9/11/11; 48-3 vs. KC 9/18/11; 26-23 (OT) at Min 9/25/11;
34-30 at Dal 10/2/11; 24-13 vs. Chi 10/10/11
Six Consecutive Wins
24-17 at Chi 11/19/95; 44-38 vs. Min 11/23/95; 27-7 vs. Chi 12/2/95;
24-17 at Hou 12/10/95; 44-0 vs. Jac 12/17/95; 37-10 at TB 12/23/95
Seven Consecutive Wins
27-24 vs. TB 11/12/95; 24-17 at Chi 11/19/95; 44-38 vs. Min
11/23/95; 27-7 vs. Chi 12/4/95; 24-17 at Hou 12/10/95; 44-0 vs. Jac
12/17/95; 37-10 at TB 12/23/95
Eight Consecutive Wins
3-0 at GB 10/7/34; 10-0 at Phi 10/14/34; 24-0 vs. Bos 10/17/34; 28-0
vs. BKN 10/22/34; 38-0 at StL 10/28/34; 40-7 vs. Pit 11/4/34; 17-13
vs. ChiC 11/11/34; 40-7 vs. StL 11/18/34
Nine Consecutive Wins
7-3 vs. GB 12/12/10; 23-20 (OT) at TB 12/19/10; 34-27 at Mia
12/26/10; 20-13 vs. Min 1/2/10; 27-20 at TB 9/11/11; 48-3 vs. KC
9/18/11; 26-23 (OT) at Min 9/25/11; 34-30 at Dal 10/2/11; 24-13 vs.
Chi 10/10/11
10 Consecutive Wins
9-0 vs. NY 9/23/34; 6-0 at ChiC 9/30/34; 3-0 at GB 10/7/34; 10-0 at
Phi 10/14/34; 24-0 vs. Bos 10/17/34; 28-0 vs. BKN 10/22/34; 38-0 at
Cin-StL 10/28/34; 40-7 vs. Pit 11/4/34; 17-13 vs. ChiC 11/11/34; 40-7
vs. StL 11/18/34
THE RECORD BOOK
SERIES RECORDS
CHICAGO BEARS
BEARS 2015 SCHEDULE
Sep. 13
Green Bay Packers
Sep. 20
Arizona Cardinals
Sep. 27
at Seattle Seahawks
Oct. 4
Oakland Raiders
Oct. 11
at Kansas City Chiefs
Oct. 18
at Detroit Lions
Oct. 25
BYE
Nov. 1
Minnesota Vikings
Nov. 9
at San Diego Chargers
Nov. 15
at St. Louis Rams
Nov. 22
Denver Broncos
Nov. 26
Dec. 6
San Francisco 49ers
Dec. 13
Washington Redskins
Dec. 20
Dec. 27
at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Jan. 3
Detroit Lions
2014 Results: 5-11
LIONS SERIES RECORDS
Rushing Attempts
1 James Stewart
32 10/20/02
2 Barry Sanders
26 12/10/89
3t Altie Taylor 25 12/21/69
3t Kevin Jones
25 12/26/04
Rushing Yards
1 James Stewart
17210/20/02
2t Barry Sanders 16710/23/94
2t Barry Sanders
16711/27/97
4 Jahvid Best
16310/10/11
Rushing Touchdowns
1t Greg Landry
3 10/1/72
1t Barry Sanders
3 11/27/97
Pass Attempts
1 Matthew Stafford 63* 11/13/11
2 Ty Detmer
51 12/30/01
3 Dan Orlovsky
47 11/2/08
Pass Completions
1 Matthew Stafford 34 11/27/14
3 Ty Detmer
31 12/30/01
Passing Yards
1 Matthew Stafford 39011/27/14
2 Bobby Layne 374 11/5/50
3 Eric Hipple
33610/19/81
Touchdown Passes
1t Bobby Layne
4 12/7/52
1t Eric Hipple
4 10/19/81
1t Rodney Peete
4 12/16/90
1t Scott Mitchell
4 9/22/96
Passes Intercepted
1 Joey Harrington
5 9/18/05
2t Greg Landry
4 11/5/72
2t Jeff Komlo
4 11/4/79
2t Matthew Stafford 4 11/13/11
Receptions
1 Herman Moore
14* 12/4/95
2 Brett Perriman
12 11/19/95
Receiving Yards
1 Herman Moore
183 12/4/95
2 Johnnie Morton
174 9/22/96
3 Cloyce Box
172 12/7/52
1 Cloyce Box
3 12/7/52
DETROIT LIONS
Interceptions
1t Lem Barney
3 9/22/68
1t Mike Weger
3 9/22/68
1t Mike Lucci
3 11/21/71
1t Dick Jauron
3 11/18/73
1t Kurt Schulz
3 9/24/00
Points
1 Doak Walker
21 9/26/54
2t Mel Farr
18 10/13/68
2t Greg Landry
18 10/1/72
2t Barry Sanders
18 11/27/97
2t Tommy Vardell
18 11/15/98
Touchdowns
1t Cloyce Box
3 12/7/52
1t Mel Farr
3 10/13/68
1t Greg Landry
3 10/1/72
1t Barry Sanders
3 11/27/97
1t Tommy Vardell
3 11/15/98
Field Goals
1t MR: David Akers
4 9/29/13
Punts
1t George Grimes
10 10/17/48
1t John Jett
10 9/24/00
Punt Returns
1t Robbie Martin
6 11/22/81
1t Robbie Martin
6 9/12/82
1t Stefan Logan 6 10/22/12
Punt Return Yards
1 Dick Jauron
10311/24/74
2 Robbie Martin
77 9/12/82
Kickoff Returns
1t Aaron Brown
7 10/4/09
1t Derrick Williams
7
1/3/10
3t MR: Brandon Middleton 6 11/2/08
1 Glyn Milburn 18911/27/97 Longest Plays
Rush: Jahvid Best
88t 10/10/11
Pass: Batch-to-Morton 98t 10/4/98
KR: Ron Jessie
102t10/24/71
Mel Gray
102t10/23/94
Punt: Herman Weaver 69 9/12/76
PR: Tom Watkins
84 10/24/65
Int: Bob Smith
102t*11/24/49
FG: Eddie Murray
53 10/19/81
* Lions Record
RECORDS & RESULTS
Overall................................ 69-96-5
Home............................................43-40-1
Road.............................................26-56-4
Ford Field.........................................7-5-0
Soldier Field...............................15-28-0
Date
SiteResult
10-22-30
POR
W, 7-6
11-30-30
Chi
L, 6-14
11-8-31
Chi
L, 6-9
11-29-31
POR
W, 3-0
11-13-32
Chi
T, 13-13
11-27-32
POR
T, 7-7
12-18-32
Chi
L, 0-9
11-26-33
Chi
L, 14-17
12-3-33
POR
L, 7-17
11-29-34
DET
L, 16-19
12-2-34
Chi
L, 7-10
11-24-35
Chi
T, 20-20
11-28-35
DET
W, 14-2
2
10-25-36
11-26-36
10-24-37
11-25-37
11-20-38
11-24-38
10-29-39
11-12-39
10-13-40
11-10-40
10-19-41
11-23-41
11-1-42
11-22-42
10-3-43
10-31-43
10-22-44
11-19-44
10-28-45
11-11-45
11-24-46
12-8-46
10-19-47
11-27-47
10-17-48
12-5-48
11-13-49
11-24-49
11-5-50
12-10-50
10-28-51
11-11-51
11-23-52
12-7-52
11-22-53
12-6-53
9-26-54
12-12-54
11-20-55
12-4-55
12-2-56
12-16-56
11-24-57
12-15-57
11-23-58
12-14-58
11-22-59
12-13-59
11-20-60
12-18-60
10-8-61
12-3-61
10-28-62
12-16-62
9-29-63
12-15-63
10-18-64
11-26-64
10-24-65
11-21-65
9-11-66
11-6-66
10-15-67
11-5-67
9-22-68
10-13-68
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
DET
Chi
Chi
DET
DET
Chi
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
Chi
DET
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
Chi
Chi
DET
Chi
DET
DET
Chi
Chi
DET
DET
Chi
L, 10-12
W, 13-7
L, 20-28
L, 0-13
W, 13-7
W, 14-7
W, 10-0
L, 13-23
L, 0-7
W, 17-14
L, 0-49
L, 7-24
L, 0-16
L, 0-42
L, 21-27
L, 14-35
T, 21-21
W, 41-21
W, 16-10
W, 35-28
L, 6-42
L, 24-45
L, 24-33
L, 14-34
L, 0-28
L, 14-42
L, 24-27
L, 7-28
L, 21-35
L, 3-6
L, 23-28
W, 41-28
L, 23-24
W, 5-21
W, 20-16
W, 13-7
W, 8-23
L, 24-28
L, 14-24
L, 20-21
W, 2-10
L, 21-38
L, 7-27
W, 21-13
L, 7-20
L, 16-21
L, 14-24
L, 14-25
L, 7-28
W, 36-0
L, 17-31
W, 16-15
W, 11-3
L, 0-3
L, 21-37
L, 14-24
W, 10-0
L, 24-27
L, 10-38
L, 10-17
W, 14-3
T, 10-10
L, 3-14
L, 13-27
W, 2-0
W, 28-10
COACHING & SERIES RECORDS
10-19-69
12-21-69
10-5-70
10-25-70
10-24-71
11-21-71
10-1-72
11-5-72
11-18-73
12-9-73
9-15-74
11-24-74
10-12-75
12-7-75
9-12-76
11-21-76
9-18-77
11-24-77
9-17-78
10-29-78
11-4-79
11-22-79
10-19-80
11-27-80
10-19-81
11-22-81
9-12-82
11-21-82
10-16-83
10-30-83
11-18-84
12-16-84
11-10-85
12-22-85
10-26-86
12-15-86
11-22-87
10-9-88
12-11-88
9-24-89
12-10-89
12-2-90
12-16-90
11-3-91
11-28-91
9-6-92
12-20-92
11-25-93
12-26-93
10-23-94
11-20-94
11-19-95
12-4-95
9-22-96
11-24-96
9-14-97
11-27-97
10-4-98
11-15-98
11-25-99
12-19-99
9-24-00
12-24-00
12-2-01
12-30-01
10-20-02
11-24-02
10-26-03
11-9-03
DET
W, 13-7
Chi
W, 20-3
DET
W, 28-14
Chi
W, 16-10
DET
L, 23-28
Chi
W, 28-3
Chi
W, 38-24
DET
W, 14-0
Chi
W, 30-7
DET
W, 0-7
Chi
L, 9-17
DET
W, 34-17
DET
W, 27-7
Chi
L, 21-25
Chi
L, 3-10
DET
W, 14-10
Chi
L, 20-30
DET
L, 14-31
DET
L, 0-19
Chi
W, 21-17
Chi
L, 7-35
DET
W, 20-0
Chi
L, 7-24
DET L, 17-23ot
DET
W, 8-17
Chi
W, 23-7
DET
W, 17-10
Chi
L, 17-20
DET
W, 31-17
Chi
W, 38-17
Chi
L, 14-16
DET
L, 13-30
Chi
L, 3-24
DET
L, 17-37
Chi
L, 7-13
DET
L, 13-16
Chi
L, 10-30
DET
L, 7-24
Chi
L, 12-13
DET
L, 27-47
Chi
W, 27-17
Chi L, 17-23ot
DET
W, 38-21
Chi
L, 10-20
DET
W, 16-6
Chi
L, 24-27
DET
W, 16-3
DET
L, 6-10
Chi
W, 20-14
DET
W, 21-16
Chi
L, 10-20
Chi
W, 24-17
DET
W, 27-7
DET
W, 35-16
Chi
L, 14-31
Chi
W, 32-7
DET
W, 55-20
Chi
L, 27-31
DET
W, 26-3
DET
W, 21-17
Chi
L, 10-28
Chi
W, 21-14
DET
L, 20-23
Chi
L, 10-13
DET
L, 0-24
DET W, 23-20ot
Chi* L, 17-20ot
Chi
L, 16-24
DET
W, 12-10
DETROIT LIONS
9-12-04
Chi
W, 20-16
12-26-04
DET
W, 19-13
9-18-05
Chi
L, 38-6
10-30-05
DET L 19-13ot
9-17-06
Chi
L, 7-34
12-24-06
DET
L, 21-26
9-30-07
DET
W, 37-27
10-28-07
Chi
W, 16-7
10-05-08
DET
L, 34-7
11-2-08
Chi
L, 23-27
10-4-09
Chi
L, 48-24
1-3-10
DET
L, 37-23
9-12-10
Chi
L, 14-19
12-5-10
DET
L, 20-24
10-10-11
DET
W, 24-13
11-13-11
Chi
L, 13-37
10-22-12
Chi
L, 7-13
12-30-12
DET
L, 24-26
9-29-13
DET
W, 40-32
11-10-13
Chi
W, 21-19
11-27-14
DET
W, 34-17
12-21-14
Chi
W, 20-14
Note: From 1930-33, the Lions were
the Portsmouth (POR) Spartans
* Played at Memorial Stadium
(Champaign, Ill.)
SERIES NOTES
¾¾ The Lions hosted the Bears for the
inaugural Thanksgiving Day game
on November 29, 1934. The game,
played in front of a then-record
26,000 fans at the University of
Detroit Stadium, was won by the
Bears, 19-16, giving the Bears the
Western Division championship.
NBC Radio Network broadcasted
the game coast-to-coast and a
Thanksgiving tradition was born.
¾¾ On Thanksgiving Day (November
27) in 1997, the Lions downed
the Bears 55-20 for their largest
offensive output ever against
Chicago. RB Barry Sanders rushed
for 167 yards and three touchdowns
in the win at the Silverdome. Earlier
in the 1997 season, Sanders put
up 161 yards on Chicago in a 32-7
victory over the Bears.
¾¾ WR Herman Moore set a franchise
record with 14 catches for 183
yards in a 27-7 win December 4,
1995 at the Pontiac Silverdome. His
record has since been tied by WR
Calvin Johnson (10/27/13 vs. Dal).
¾¾ Detroit had its best stretch against
the Bears when it won 11 of 12
games from September 22, 1968
to December 9, 1973.
¾¾ Five contests have gone to
overtime—including both in
2002— with the Bears winning
four of them.
¾¾ In the 2004 season opener, Detroit
topped Chicago 20-17 to end its
24-game road losing streak. A
key play in the game was S Bracy
Walker’s return of a blocked FG an
NFL-record 92 yards.
¾¾ With the Lions trailing 13-3 going
into the fourth quarter vs. Chicago
at Ford Field September 30, 2007,
the Lions reeled off an NFL record
34 points in the quarter to claim a
37-27 win. It marked just the fifth
time in NFL history a team scored
30 or more points in a quarter.
Detroit scored five touchdowns,
including two passing, one rushing,
one interception and one kickoff
return. The teams also combined
for 48 points, which is a record for
combined fourth quarter points.
¾¾ On October 28, 2007, the Lions
defeated the Bears 16-7 at Soldier
Field. K Jason Hanson, connected
on a 52-yarder, which was his
career longest against the Bears on
the road, and marked the longest
in franchise history by a Lions
kicker on the road vs. Chicago. It
also marked the first 50-yard field
goal on the road vs. the Bears by a
Lions kicker in the series that dates
back to 1930. Almost one year to
the exact date (November 2, 2008),
Hanson repeated this feat when he
hit another 52-yarder vs. the Bears.
¾¾ In front of a Ford Field record
crowd (67,861), Detroit defeated
the Bears 24-13 on ESPN’s Monday
Night Football October 10, 2011.
It was the Lions first appearance
on MNF since 2001. The game
was highlighted by a 73-yard
touchdown bomb from QB Matthew
Stafford to WR Calvin Johnson
and the second-longest rush in
team history by RB Jahvid Best
(88-yards). The crowd was so
electric that their noise played a
large part in Chicago committing
nine false start penalties
throughout the game.
¾¾ With two receiving touchdowns in
the Lions’ 21-19 win at Chicago
on November 10, 2013, WR Calvin
Johnson recorded his 62nd and
63rd career touchdowns and set
a new Lions career record for
receiving touchdowns. He broke
the record of 62 previously set by
WR Herman Moore. Detroit’s road
victory marked the first win at
Soldier Field since a 16-7 win on
October 28, 2007.
¾¾ In the Lions 75th Thanksgiving
game Detroit defeated the Chicago
Bears 34-17. With 146 receiving
yards against Chicago, WR Calvin
Johnson surpassed 10,000 career
yards and became the first player
in Lions history with 10,000 yards.
He accomplished this feat in 115
games and set a new NFL record
for the fewest games to record
¾¾ With a 20-14 win at Chicago
(12/21/14), the Lions reached 11
wins on the season for the fourth
time in franchise history and the
first since 1991. Head Coach Jim
Caldwell became the first Lions
head coach in his first season with
the club to win 11 games since
Potsy Clark led the Portsmouth
Spartans to an 11-3 record in 1931.
By reaching 11 wins, Caldwell has
tied Clark for the most wins by a
head coach in his first year with
the Lions.
GREEN BAY PACKERS
PACKERS 2015 SCHEDULE
Sep. 13
at Chicago Bears
Sep. 20
Seattle Seahawks
Sep. 28
Kansas City Chiefs
Oct. 4
at San Francisco 49ers
Oct. 11
St. Louis Rams
Oct. 18
San Diego Chargers
Oct. 25
BYE
Nov. 1
at Denver Broncos
Nov. 8
at Carolina Panthers
Nov. 15
Detroit Lions
Nov. 22
Nov. 26
Chicago Bears
Dec. 3
at Detroit Lions
Dec. 13
Dallas Cowboys
Dec. 20
at Oakland Raiders
Dec. 27
Jan. 3
Minnesota Vikings
2014 Results: 12-4
Rushing Attempts
1 Billy Sims
36 11/20/83
2 Kevin Jones
33 12/12/04
3t Barry Sanders
30 10/29/89
3t Eric Lynch
30 1/2/94
Rushing Yards
1 Billy Sims
18911/20/83
2 Barry Sanders
188 12/4/94
3 Barry Sanders
18410/29/89
Rushing Touchdowns
1 James Jones
3 10/9/83
Pass Attempts
2 Joey Harrington
55 9/14/03
3 Shaun Hill
54 10/3/10
Pass Completions
2 Shaun Hill
34 10/3/10
3 Chuck Long
33 10/25/87
Passing Yards
2 Chuck Long
36210/25/87
3 Jon Kitna
342 9/24/06
Touchdown Passes
2t Bobby Layne
4 11/22/51
2t Greg Landry
4 10/10/71
Passes Intercepted
1 Frank Sinkwich
7* 10/24/43
Receptions
1 Calvin Johnson
11 1/1/12
2t Robert Clark
10 9/8/91
2t Brett Perriman
10 1/8/94#
2t Calvin Johnson
10 12/9/12
Receiving Yards
1 Calvin Johnson
244 1/1/12
2 Bob Mann
18212/11/49
3 Pat Studstill
16410/30/66
1t Cloyce Box
3 11/27/52
1t Herman Moore
3 10/29/95
Interceptions
1t Yale Lary
3 11/15/53
1t Bob Watkins
3
1/2/83
DETROIT LIONS
Points
1 Doak Walker
24* 11/19/50
2 Pat Harder
19 11/17/52
3t MR: Herman Moore 18 10/29/95
Touchdowns
1t Cloyce Box
3 11/27/52
1t James Jones
3 10/9/83
1t Herman Moore
3 10/29/95
Field Goals
1t Eddie Murray
5 9/14/80
1t Jason Hanson
5 11/27/03
3t Jason Hanson
4 9/28/97
3t Jason Hanson
4 10/3/10
Punts
1 Jim Arnold
10 12/15/91
Punt Returns
1 Ken Jenkins
7 11/20/83
Punt Return Yards
1 Jack Christiansen 17511/22/51
Kickoff Returns
1t Gary Lee
7 10/25/87
1t Desmond Howard 7 11/10/02
3t MR: Aaron Brown 6 11/26/09
1 Terry Fair
244 9/6/98
2 Aveion Cason
18811/22/07
3 Eddie Drummond 18210/17/04
Longest Plays
Rush: Bob Hoernschemeyer 85t11/22/51
Pass: Layne-to-Box
97t11/26/53
KR: Terry Fair
101t 9/6/98
Punt: Pat Studstill
78 10/8/67
Int: Reggie Brown
45t 9/28/97
PR: Jack Christiansen 89t 11/22/51
FG: Glenn Presnell
54 10/7/34
Jason Hanson
54 11/22/01
* Lions Record; # Postseason Game
MR: several players, most recent
RECORDS & RESULTS
Overall................................ 67-95-7
Home............................................43-38-3
Road.............................................24-57-4
Ford Field.........................................5-8-0
Lambeau Field...........................10-31-3
Date
SiteResult
11-2-30
GB
L, 13-47
12-14-30
POR
T, 6-6
10-9-32
GB
L, 10-15
12-4-32
POR
W, 19-0
10-8-33
GB
L, 0-17
11-12-33
POR
W, 7-0
10-7-34
GB
W, 3-0
11-25-34
DET
L, 0-3
10-20-35
Mil
L, 9-13
11-10-35
GB
L, 7-31
11-17-35
DET
W, 20-10
10-18-36
GB
L, 18-20
11-29-36
DET
L, 17-26
10-3-37
GB
L, 6-26
10-31-37
DET
L, 13-14
10-9-38
GB
W, 17-7
11-13-38
DET
L, 7-28
10-22-39
GB
L, 7-26
12-3-39
DET
L, 7-12
10-20-40
GB
W, 23-14
4
11-24-40
9-14-41
10-26-41
10-11-42
10-25-42
10-10-43
10-24-43
10-1-44
10-29-44
10-7-45
12-2-45
10-27-46
11-17-46
10-26-47
12-7-47
10-3-48
10-31-48
10-30-49
12-11-49
9-17-50
11-19-50
11-4-51
11-22-51
10-26-52
11-27-52
11-15-53
11-26-53
11-21-54
11-25-54
9-25-55
11-24-55
9-30-56
11-22-56
10-6-57
11-28-57
10-5-58
11-27-58
10-4-59
11-26-59
11-2-60
11-24-60
9-17-61
11-23-61
10-7-62
11-22-62
9-22-63
11-28-63
9-28-64
11-8-64
10-17-65
11-7-65
10-2-66
10-30-66
9-17-67
10-8-67
9-29-68
10-20-68
10-12-69
11-23-69
9-20-70
12-20-70
10-10-71
11-1-71
10-16-72
12-3-72
DET
GB
DET
Mil
DET
GB
DET
Mil
DET
Mil
DET
Mil
DET
GB
DET
GB
DET
Mil
DET
GB
DET
GB
DET
GB
DET
GB
DET
GB
DET
GB
DET
GB
DET
GB
DET
GB
DET
GB
DET
GB
DET
Mil
DET
GB
DET
Mil
DET
DET
GB
DET
GB
GB
DET
GB
DET
GB
DET
DET
GB
GB
DET
DET
Mil
DET
GB
L, 7-50
L, 0-23
L, 7-24
L, 7-38
L, 7-28
L, 14-35
L, 6-27
L, 6-27
L, 0-14
L, 21-57
W, 14-3
L, 7-10
L, 0-9
L, 17-34
L, 14-35
L, 21-33
W, 24-20
L, 14-16
W, 21-7
W, 45-7
W, 24-21
W, 24-17
W, 52-35
W, 52-17
W, 48-24
W, 14-7
W, 34-15
W, 21-17
W, 28-24
L, 17-20
W, 24-10
W, 20-16
L, 20-24
W, 24-14
W, 18-6
T, 13-13
W, 24-14
L, 10-28
L, 17-24
L, 9-28
W, 23-10
W, 17-13
L, 9-17
L, 7-9
W, 26-14
L, 10-31
T, 13-13
L, 10-14
L, 7-30
L, 21-31
W, 12-7
L, 14-23
L, 7-31
T, 17-17
L, 17-27
W, 23-17
T, 14-14
L, 17-28
W, 16-10
W, 40-0
W, 20-0
W, 31-28
T, 14-14
L, 23-24
L, 7-33
9-23-73
10-28-73
9-29-74
10-27-74
9-21-75
11-16-75
10-3-76
10-31-76
10-16-77
12-4-77
9-3-78
10-1-78
10-14-79
12-15-79
9-14-80
12-21-80
10-25-81
12-6-81
12-12-82
1-2-83
10-9-83
11-20-83
10-28-84
11-22-84
10-6-85
12-15-85
10-12-86
11-27-86
10-11-87
10-25-87
11-20-88
12-4-88
10-29-89
11-12-89
9-30-90
12-22-90
9-8-91
12-15-91
11-1-92
12-6-92
11-21-93
1-2-94
11-6-94
12-4-94
10-15-95
10-29-95
11-3-96
12-15-96
9-28-97
11-2-97
9-6-98
10-15-98
9-19-99
11-21-99
10-8-00
12-10-00
9-9-01
11-22-01
9-22-02
11-10-02
9-14-03
11-27-03
10-17-04
12-12-04
9-11-05
12-11-05
9-24-06
12-17-06
11-22-07
GB
T, 13-13 12-30-07
GB
L, 13-34 and tied a team record with 5
DET
W, 34-0 9-14-08
DET
L, 48-25 touchdown passes in the 45-41
Mil
L, 19-21 12-28-08
GB
L, 31-21 loss at Green Bay January 1,
Johnson set a
DET
W, 19-17 10-18-09
GB
L, 26-0 2012. WR Calvin
high with 244 receiving
Mil
W, 30-16 11-26-09
DET
L, 34-12 then-career
yards and tied a then-career high
DET
W, 13-10 10-3-10
GB
L, 26-28 with 11 receptions. His 244 yards
GB
L, 14-24 12-12-10
DET
W, 7-3 were the third-highest singleDET
W, 27-6 11-24-11
DET
L, 15-27 game tally in Lions history at the
DET
W, 10-6 1-1-12
GB
L, 41-45 time. Johnson’s one receiving
GB
L, 9-10 11-18-12
DET
L, 20-24 touchdown gave him 16 on the year,
new single-season club record.
DET
L, 7-13 12-9-12
GB
L, 20-27 ¾¾ aThe
Lions claimed a 40-10 win
Mil
L, 14-35 10-6-13
GB
L, 9-22 against
the Packers in the team’s
Mil
L, 16-24 11-28-13
DET
W, 40-10 74th Thanksgiving Day game on
DET
L, 13-18 9-21-14
DET
W, 19-7 November 28, 2013. The team’s
Mil
W, 29-7 12-28-14
GB
L, 20-30 30-point victory margin against the
DET
W, 24-3 Postseason................................ 0-2 Packers is the largest since a 34-0
DET
W, 31-27 Home.....................................................0-1 win (34-point margin) vs. Green Bay
28, 1973. The 126 total
GB
L, 17-31 Road......................................................0-1 October
yards allowed by the
GB
W, 30-10 Date
SiteResult offensive
Lions is the lowest yielded by the
DET
W, 27-24 1-8-94
DET
L, 24-28 team since allowing just 95 yards
DET
W, 38-14 12-31-94
GB
L, 12-16 at Cincinnati November 22, 1992.
Mil W, 23-20ot Note: From 1930-33, the Lions were
¾¾ In the teams’ first meeting of
2014 (9/21), the Lions knocked off
GB
L, 9-41 the Portsmouth (POR) Spartans.
From
1933-94,
the
Green
Bay
Packers
the Packers 19-7 as the team’s
DET
W, 31-28 played select home games
defense recorded a safety and
GB
L, 10-43 in Milwaukee (Mil).
fumble return for a touchdown,
DET
L, 23-26
outscoring the Packers offense 9-7.
GB
W, 21-14 SERIES NOTES
LB DeAndre Levy and S Don Carey
DET
L, 40-44 ¾¾ The Packers and Lions have met picked up the safety and defensive
Thanksgiving Day 21 times, touchdown, respectively, while RB
GB W, 19-16ot on
the Lions holding an 12-8-1
DET
L, 33-34 with
advantage in those games. The Reggie Bush’s 26-yard touchdown
Mil
W, 19-9 Lions have played the Packers run in the fourth quarter sealed
DET
W, 30-14 more times on Thanksgiving than the win.
Mil L, 23-20ot any other team in the league.
DET
W, 31-22 ¾¾ The Lions and Packers met 13
DET
L, 21-24 consecutive years on Thanksgiving
from 1951-1963 with the Lions
GB
W, 24-17 Day
nine of those contests.
DET
W, 23-14 winning
2003 was the Packers’ first visit to
GB
W, 21-17 Ford Field on Thanksgiving.
DET
L, 13-27 ¾¾ The 11 consecutive wins that
Mil
L, 10-38 the Lions posted against Green
Mil
L, 17-26 Bay from December 11, 1949 to
DET
W, 30-20 November 25, 1954 are the most
Lions against any franchise.
Mil
L, 30-38 by the
11-game streak came after the
DET
W, 34-31 The
Lions were 8-29-1 in the first 38
GB
L, 21-30 games of the series.
DET
W, 24-16 ¾¾ Frank Sinkwich set a Lions’ record
GB
L, 18-28 by intercepting seven passes in a
DET
L, 3-31 27-6 loss to the Packers on October
DET
W, 26-15 24, 1943.
franchises played in 127
GB
L, 10-20 ¾¾ These two
season games in 60 years
GB
L, 19-38 regular
before meeting in the playoffs for
DET
W, 27-20 the first time following the 1993
DET
W, 23-15 season and then again following
GB
L, 17-26 the 1994 season.
DET
W, 31-24 ¾¾ The Packers came to Ford Field
GB
L, 13-26 for its regular season opener on
22, 2002 and defeated
GB
L, 14-20 September
Lions 37-31.
DET
L, 19-23 ¾¾ the
K Jason Hanson became the 16th
DET
L, 31-37 player in NFL history to reach the
GB
L, 14-40 300-point mark when he kicked a
GB
L, 6-31 36-yard field goal against Green
DET
W, 22-14 Bay December 12, 2004.
DET
L, 10-38 ¾¾ The 17-3 Lions win in the 2005
opener was the lowest
GB
L, 13-16 season
total in any game (including
DET
W, 17-3 point
postseason) that then-Packers QB
GB
L, 16-13ot Brett Favre had ever started.
DET
L, 24-31 ¾¾ QB Matthew Stafford threw for a
GB
L, 9-17 team record 520 yards, tied a thenDET
L, 26-37 team record with 36 completions
DETROIT LIONS
MINNESOTA VIKINGS
VIKINGS 2015 SCHEDULE
Sep. 14
at San Francisco 49ers
Sep. 20
Detroit Lions
Sep. 27
San Diego Chargers
Oct. 4
at Denver Broncos
Oct. 11
BYE
Oct. 18
Kansas City Chiefs
Oct. 25
at Detroit Lions
Nov. 1
at Chicago Bears
Nov. 8
St. Louis Rams
Nov. 15
at Oakland Raiders
Nov. 22
Green Bay Packers
Nov. 29
at Atlanta Falcons
Dec. 6
Seattle Seahawks
Dec. 10
Dec. 20
Chicago Bears
Dec. 27
New York Giants
Jan. 3
2014 Results: 7-9
Rushing Attempts
1 James Jones
36 9/7/86
2t Billy Sims
27 9/28/80
2t Billy Sims
27 9/20/81
Rushing Yards
1 Barry Sanders
22011/24/91
2 Mel Farr
19711/12/67
3 James Jones
174 9/7/86
Rushing Touchdowns
1 Barry Sanders
4* 11/24/91
2 Tommy Vardell
3 11/16/97
Pass Attempts
3 Joey Harrington 48 11/6/05
Pass Completions
2 Charlie Batch
31 10/14/01
Passing Yards
1 Scott Mitchell
41011/23/95
3 Joey Harrington
36112/19/04
Touchdown Passes
1 Gary Danielson
5* 12/9/78
2t Gary Danielson
4 9/23/84
2t Scott Mitchell
4 11/23/95
Passes Intercepted
1 Eric Hipple
5 9/25/83
Receptions
1t Brett Perriman
12 11/23/95
1t Herman Moore
12 9/1/96
1t Calvin Johnson
12 11/11/12
Receiving Yards
1 Calvin Johnson
20711/11/12
2 Terry Barr 16511/22/64
3 Leonard Thompson 16112/19/82
1t Leonard Thompson 3 12/9/78
1t Leonard Thompson 3 9/23/84
Interceptions
1t Dick LeBeau
3 12/9/62
1t Mike Lucci 3 11/13/66
1t Lem Barney
3 12/17/67
Points
1 Barry Sanders
24* 11/24/91
DETROIT LIONS
Touchdowns
1 Barry Sanders
2t Leonard Thompson
2t Leonard Thompson
2t Tommy Vardell
Field Goals
1t Garo Yepremian 1t Jason Hanson
2t Eddie Murray
2t Jason Hanson
Punts
1 Lem Barney
2t Wilbur Summers 2t Nick Harris Punt Returns
1 Robbie Martin
Punt Return Yards
1 Eddie Payton
Kickoff Returns
1 Eddie Drummond
2t MR: Aaron Brown
1 Eddie Payton
Longest Plays
Rush: Barry Sanders
Pass: Peete-to-Moore
KR: Eddie Payton
Mel Gray
Punt: Larry Swider
PR: Eddie Payton
Int: Jamar Fletcher
FG: Dave Rayner 4*
3
3
3
11/24/91
12/9/78
9/23/84
11/16/97
6*
6*
4
4
11/13/66
10/17/99
9/13/87
9/25/11
10 11/27/69
9 10/9/77
9 10/12/08
7 10/21/84
10512/17/77
7 12/29/02
6 9/20/09
18412/17/77
64t 12/17/94
93t10/31/93
98t 12/17/77
98t 12/17/94
72 9/30/79
87t 12/17/77
88t 12/10/06
55 1/2/11
* Lions Record
RECORDS & RESULTS
Overall................................ 36-69-2
Home............................................22-31-1
Road.............................................14-38-1
Ford Field.........................................5-8-0
Mall of America Field................. 8-24-0
TCF Bank Stadium.........................1-0-0
Date
SiteResult
11-19-61
Min
W, 37-10
12-10-61
DET
W, 13- 7
11-18-62
Min
W, 17- 6
12-9-62
DET
W, 37-23
10-27-63
DET
W, 28-10
11-24-63
Min
L, 31-34
10-11-64
Min
W, 24-20
11-22-64
DET
T, 23-23
9-26-65
Min
W, 31-29
12-12-65
DET
L, 7-29
11-13-66
Min
W, 32-31
12-11-66
DET
L, 16-28
11-12-67
Min
T, 10-10
12-17-67
DET
W, 14- 3
10-6-68
Min
L, 10-24
11-17-68
DET
L, 6-13
10-26-69
Min
L, 10-24
11-27-69
DET
L, 0-27
11- 1-70
DET
L, 17-30
11-15-70
Min
L, 20-24
9-20-71
DET
L, 13-16
12-11-71
Min
L, 10-29
9-24-72
DET
L, 10-34
11-12-72
10- 7-73
11-11-73
9-22-74
10-20-74
10-19-75
12-14-75
9-26-76
11-7-76
10-9-77
12-17-77
11- 5-78
12-9-78
9-30-79
11-18-79
9-28-80
11-9-80
9-20-81
12-12-81
12-19-82
9-25-83
12-5-83
9-23-84
10-21-84
11-3-85
11-17-85
9-7-86
11-9-86
9-13-87
12-20-87
11-6-88
11-24-88
10-8-89
10-22-89
10-7-90
11-11-90
10-6-91
11-24-91
9-13-92
10-15-92
10-31-93
12-5-93
9-11-94
12-17-94
9-10-95
11-23-95
9-1-96
12-8-96
11-15-97
12-14-97
9-20-98
10-25-98
10-17-99
1-2-00
10-1-00
11-30-00
10-14-01
12-16-01
10-13-02
12-29-02
9-21-03
11-23-03
11-21-04
12-19-04
11-6-05
12-4-05
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L, 14-16
L, 9-23
L, 7-28
L, 6- 7
W, 20-16
L, 19-25
W, 17-10
L, 9-10
L, 23-31
L, 7-14
L, 21-30
L, 7-17
W, 45-14
L, 10-13
L, 7-14
W, 27- 7
L, 0-34
L, 24-26
W, 45-7
L, 31-34
L, 17-20
W, 13- 2
L, 28-29
W, 16-14
L, 13-16
W, 41-21
W, 13-10
L, 10-24
L, 19-34
L, 14-17
L, 17-44
L, 0-23
L, 17-24
L, 7-20
W, 34-27
L, 7-17
W, 24-20
W, 34-14
W, 31-17
L, 14-31
W, 30-27
L, 13- 0
L, 3-10
W, 41-19
L, 10-20
W, 44-38
L, 13-27
L, 22-24
W, 38-15
W, 14-13
L, 6-29
L, 13-34
W, 25-23
L, 17-24
L, 24-31
L, 17-24
L, 26-31
W, 27-24
L, 24-31
L, 36-38
L, 13-23
L, 14-24
L, 19-22
L, 27-28
L, 27-14
L, 21-16
10-08-06
Min
L, 17-26
12-10-06
DET
L, 20-30
9-16-07
DET W, 20-17ot
12-2-07
Min
L, 10-42
10-12-08
Min
L, 10-12
12-7-08
DET
L, 16-20
9-20-09
DET
L, 27-13
11-15-09
Min
L, 27-10
9-26-29
Min
L, 32-35
1-2-11
DET
W, 20-13
9-25-11
Min W, 26-23ot
12-11-11
DET
W, 34-28
9-30-12
DET
L, 13-20
11-11-12
Min
L, 24-34
9-8-13
DET
W, 34-24
12-29-13
Min
L, 13-14
10-12-14
Min
W, 17-3
12-14-14
DET
W, 16-14
SERIES NOTES
¾¾ The Lions trail 36-69-2 in the series
with the Vikings in a NFC North
Division rivalry that dates back to
a 37-10 Detroit victory November
19, 1961 at Minnesota.
¾¾ The Lions won the first five outings
and nine of the first 14 games in the
series; however, Minnesota then
won 13 straight contests and 19
of the next 21.
¾¾ On two occasions, the Lions
have accumulated 45 points in a
single game against the Vikings.
Detroit defeated Minnesota
45-14 December 9, 1978 and
45-7 December 12, 1981, with
both games taking place at the
Silverdome.
¾¾ RB Barry Sanders scored four
touchdowns in the Lions’ 3414 win at Minnesota November
24, 1991. His four touchdowns
established a new Lions’ record
for rushing touchdowns in a single
game. His four touchdowns and
24-point performance also tied
Lions’ single-game marks.
¾¾ QB Scott Mitchell set a thenfranchise single-game record for
passing yards, breaking Bobby
Layne’s previous mark of 375,
when he accumulated 410 yards
vs. Minnesota in a memorable
Thanksgiving Day clash November
23, 1995. Mitchell completed 30of-45 passes and tossed four
touchdowns. The wide receiver trio
of Herman Moore, Brett Perriman
and Johnnie Morton each reached
the 100-yard receiving mark in
the contest. The Lions won the
game 44-38.
¾¾ In their final road game and the
second-to-last game of the 1997
season, the Lions claimed a 1413 victory over the Vikings at
the Metrodome when QB Scott
Mitchell tossed a 1-yard pass to
WR Herman Moore in the endzone
to claim the come-from-behind
victory with 0:02 remaining to play.
Mitchell engineered the gamewinning 72-yard drive that began
with 1:56 remaining to play and
with only one timeout.
¾¾ With his opening kickoff return for a
DETROIT LIONS
touchdown at Minnesota November
21, 2004, KR Eddie Drummond
became the first player in NFL
history to score three consecutive
touchdowns for his team via punt
and kickoff returns. He became only
the second player in NFL history to
return two kickoffs and two punts
for touchdowns in a single season,
the other being Danté Hall (Kansas
City) in 2003.
¾¾ The Lions overcame a 20-0 halftime
deficit and roared back to beat
the Vikings, 26-23, in overtime
on September 25, 2011. K Jason
Hanson kicked a game-winning 32yard field goal in the extra session
for the victory.
¾¾ After trailing 20-0 at halftime at
Minnesota September 25, 2011,
the Lions mounted a comeback
in the second half and claimed a
26-23 win in overtime. It was the
Lions’ first win at Minnesota since
1997. WR Calvin Johnson caught
2 touchdown passes for the thirdstraight game, and had a critical
40-yard over-the-shoulder grab
in overtime to set up the team’s
game-winning field goal.
¾¾ With a 34-28 win vs. Minnesota
December 11, 2011, the Lions
captured its first season sweep of
the Vikings since 1997 and kept
their playoff hopes alive. Minnesota
came back in the second half
and had possession at the Lions
1-yard line with :09 left to play. LB
DeAndre Levy raced in and forced
a fumble on QB Joe Webb which
caused a furious scramble for
the ball. Eventually, DE Cliff Avril
would recover it at the Vikings 43yard line to seal the victory.
¾¾ In the 2013 season opener, RB
Reggie Bush made his Lions debut
in style as he helped the Lions to
a 34-24 win over Minnesota and
collected 90 yards rushing and 101
yards receiving. He became just
the third player in Lions history
with 90+ rushing yards and 100+
receiving yards (Billy Sims: 119
rush, 103 rec at LaRm 9/19/82;
Barry Sanders: 90 rush, 135 rec at
KC 10/14/90).
¾¾ In the Lions’ 17-3 win at Minnesota
(10/12/14), the Lions defense
generated eight total sacks against
the Vikings. Eight sacks marked the
most in a game for the Lions since
accumulating eight vs. Indianapolis
November 23, 1997.
¾¾ With a 16-14 victory over the
Minnesota Vikings in the teams’
most recent meeting (12/14/14),
the Lions claimed their 10th victory
in the season’s first 14 games and
improved to 10-4. The win marked
the first time the Lions reached 10
wins in the first 14 games of the
season since the Lions started10-4
in 1991.
DALLAS COWBOYS
COWBOYS 2015 SCHEDULE
Sep. 13
New York Giants
Sep. 20
at Philadelphia Eagles
Sep. 27
Atlanta Falcons
Oct. 4
at New Orleans Saints
Oct. 11
New England Patriots
Oct. 18
BYE
Oct. 25
at New York Giants
Nov. 1
Seattle Seahawks
Nov. 8
Philadelphia Eagles
Nov. 15
at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Nov. 22
at Miami Dolphins
Nov. 26
Carolina Panthers
Dec. 7
at Washington Redskins
Dec. 13
Dec. 19
New York Giants
Dec. 27
at Buffalo Bills
Jan. 3
Washington Redskins
2014 Results: 12-4
Rushing Attempts
1 Barry Sanders
40* 9/19/94
2t Billy Sims
23 11/15/81
2t Kevin Jones
23 12/9/07
Rushing Yards
1 Barry Sanders
194 9/19/94
2 Nick Pietrosante
14212/11/60
3 Billy Sims
11911/15/81
Rushing Touchdowns
1t Nick Pietrosante
2 12/11/60
1t Garry James
2 11/8/87
1t Kevin Jones
2 12/9/07
Pass Attempts
2 Shaun Hill
47 11/21/10
Pass Completions
2 Shaun Hill
32 11/21/10
3 Erik Kramer
29 1/5/92#
Passing Yards
1 Matthew Stafford 48810/27/13
2 Erik Kramer
341 1/5/92#
3 Jon Kitna
30612/31/06
Touchdown Passes
1 Jon Kitna
4 12/31/06
2 Erik Kramer
3 1/5/92#
Passes Intercepted
1 Greg Landry
4 9/15/68
Receptions
1 Calvin Johnson
14* 10/27/13
2 Mike Furrey
11 12/31/06
Receiving Yards
1 Calvin Johnson
329*10/27/13
2 Gail Cogdill
15010/13/63
3 Earl McCullouch 132 9/15/68
1t Gail Cogdill
2 10/13/63
1t Willie Green
2 1/5/92#
1t Roy Williams
2 12/31/06
1t Calvin Johnson
2 10/2/11
Interceptions
1t James Griffin
2 11/8/87
1t Dre Bly 2 10/31/04
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Points
1 Jason Hanson
15 12/31/06
2t MR: Calvin Johnson 12 10/2/11
Touchdowns
1t MR: Calvin Johnson 2 10/2/11
Field Goals
1 Jason Hanson
4 12/31/06
2 Jason Hanson
3 11/3/02
Punts
1t Wilbur Summers
9 10/30/77
1t John Jett 9 11/3/02
Punt Returns
1t Bob Watkins
5 10/13/63
1t Lem Barney
5 12/26/70#
1t Az-Zahir Hakim
5 11/3/02
Punt Return Yards
1 Eddie Drummond 72 12/31/06
2 Pete Mandley
71 11/8/87
Kickoff Returns
1 Mel Gray
8 11/8/92
1 Mel Gray
178 11/8/92
Longest Plays
Rush: Barry Sanders
47t 1/5/92#
Pass: Stafford-to-Johnson87 10/27/13
KR: Lem Barney
47 9/15/68
Punt: Yale Lary
73 10/13/63
PR: Pete Mandley
61 11/8/87
Int: Ray Crockett
96t 10/27/91
FG: Jason Hanson
51 10/2/11
* Lions record; # Postseason game
RECORDS & RESULTS
Overall................................ 11-12-0
Home.................................................8-5-0
Road..................................................3-7-0
Ford Field.........................................3-2-0
AT&T Stadium................................1-1-0
Date
SiteResult
12-11-60
DET
W, 23-14
10-13-63
Dal
L, 14-17
9-15-68
Dal
L, 13-59
10-30-72
Dal
L, 24-28
10- 6-75
DET
L, 10-36
10-30-77
Dal
L, 0-37
11-15-81
DET
W, 27-24
9-15-85
DET
W, 26-21
9-14-86
DET
L, 7-31
11- 8-87
DET
W, 27-17
10-27-91
DET
W, 34-10
11- 8-92
DET
L, 3-37
9-19-94
Dal W, 20-17ot
1-6-02
DET
W, 15-10
11-03-02
DET
W, 9-7
10-19-03
DET
L, 7-38
10-31-04
Dal
L, 21-31
11-20-05
Dal
L, 7-20
12-31-06
Dal
W, 39-31
12-9-07
DET
L, 27-28
11-21-10
Dal
L, 19-35
10-2-11
Dal
W, 34-30
10-27-13
DET
W, 31-30
Postseason ............................... 1-2
Home.....................................................1-0
Road......................................................0-2
Date
SiteResult
12-26-70
Dal
L, 0-5
1-5-92
DET
W, 38-6
1-4-15
Dal
L, 20-24
SERIES NOTES
¾¾ Detroit’s first regular season
game, as well as its last, at the
Pontiac Silverdome was played
against Dallas. The Cowboys won
the Monday Night contest 3610 October 6, 1975 during the
Silverdome’s inaugural regular
season game and the Lions won the
finale 15-10 on January 6, 2002.
¾¾ The Lions have won nine of the
last 16 regular season meetings
with Dallas, in addition to Detroit’s
38-6 win in the 1991 Divisional
Playoff game.
¾¾ The Lions and Cowboys have
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