The Broncos welcomed many new defensive players signed during free agency, including veteran Eagles safety Brian Dawkins. It marked the first time in over 40 years the team had an official cheerleading squad. The Bears regained the lead in the fourth quarter via a 24-yard interception return from Cre'Von LeBlanc. [13] White trim was added to the logo in 1970, with outlines (white on the blue jersey, silver on the white jersey) added to the numbers in 1972; the color arrangement on the numbers on the blue jerseys was reversed in 1982. DET – Marvin Jones 35-yard pass from Matthew Stafford (Matt Prater kick), 3:40. [67]. In 1998, the team wore blue pants with their white jerseys along with grey socks but dropped that combination after the season. View the 2016 Detroit Lions schedule, results and scores for regular season, preseason and postseason NFL games. Summary: Productive, dependable, durable and successful. But shorter arms, lack of size and speed will make him an NFL guard and a valuable backup. The Browns attempted to improve on their 1–15 record from the previous season, but they instead joined the 2008 Detroit Lions in going 0–16. This was their first season without head coach Mike Shanahan since 1994, as he was fired on December 30, 2008. The Lions opened the scoring in the first quarter via a 27-yard field goal from Matt Prater. With the loss, Green Bay won the NFC North division title, but Detroit won a wildcard spot, thanks to Washington's loss to the Giants earlier in the day. The Cowboys responded with a 25-yard touchdown pass from Prescott to Dez Bryant, which tied the score 21–21 at halftime. The team had a 6–2 record in the second half of the season to finish at 7–9, good for third place in the NFC North. In week 9, the Lions visited their division rival the Minnesota Vikings. [78] The decision to part with WXYT was reportedly instigated by a demand by the team for the station to fire on-air personality Mike Valenti, who has had a history of making critical comments about the Lions during his drivetime show, as a condition of any future renewal. [73] The two teams have been playing for The Barge Trophy since 2002. After the break, the Lions took the lead back with a four-yard touchdown catch by Anquan Boldin, but the Rams tied it back up with a 15-yard catch by Lance Kendricks. The Lions took a 14–0 lead in the first quarter with a pair of touchdown catches by Theo Riddick, from one and 17 yards out respectively. The Lions then scored on a 27-yard field goal from Matt Prater, which tied the score at 9–9 at halftime. It was their eighth straight playoff loss, tying the Kansas City Chiefs for the longest postseason losing streak in NFL history. [12][14] In 1999, the "TV numbers" on the sleeves were moved to the shoulders. 2016 Detroit Lions Cheerleaders audition photos . DET – Matt Prater 48-yard field goal, 1:45. The Lions added two field goals from Prater in the third quarter, from 32 yards and 27 yards out, extending their lead to 19–6. The Lions responded with a 54-yard field goal from Matt Prater and a 35-yard touchdown pass from Stafford to Anquan Boldin but came up short, losing 24–31. [70][71] Another notable longtime division opponent was the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (25 seasons from 1977–2001). at Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana. Tough to see a role for him unless Riley Reiff or Larry Warford leaves in free agency next year. The Lions responded with a 51-yard field goal from Matt Prater, which made the score 10–3 in favor of the Seahawks at half-time. Dave Birkett’s grade: C. Left school with one year of eligibility remaining after injury-shortened  season. View the 2016 Detroit Lions schedule, results and scores for regular season, preseason and postseason NFL games. The 2010 Denver Broncos season was the franchise's 41st season in the National Football League, the 51st overall and the 10th playing their home games at INVESCO Field at Mile High. Dave Birkett’s grade: A-. In the third quarter, the Vikings reduced the Lions lead to one point via a one-yard touchdown pass from Sam Bradford to Kyle Rudolph, but Walsh missed the extra point kick. • Zettel, who played at Ogemaw Heights, comes home to Lions. [86] The second home game of the 2009 season in which the Lions broke the losing streak, also against the Redskins, was blacked out locally, as well as the comeback victory over the Cleveland Browns. They were mathematically eliminated from playoff contention in week 16 following their loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. The game was marred by 29 penalties, 17 on the Lions. MIN – Kai Forbath 30-yard field goal, 7:03. The team was chosen via fan voting, contributions from the Detroit Lions Legends Community, team executives, and select members of the media. The Patriots entered the season as two-time defending AFC champions. In week 15, the Lions traveled east to play the New York Giants. However, their last was in 1957, which gives the club the second-longest NFL championship drought behind the Arizona Cardinals (who last won in 1947). [28], Roster updated October 24, 2020 [66] In one stretch during the first half, Matthew Stafford completed 14 consecutive passes, a Lions franchise record. [82], Regular season games are broadcast regionally on Fox, except when the Lions play an AFC team in Detroit, in which case the game airs regionally on CBS; however, since 2014, with the institution of the NFL's "cross flex" broadcast rules, any Lions game slated to air on Fox can be moved to CBS. The 2020 season is the Detroit Lions' 91st in the National Football League and their third under head coach Matt Patricia. The Lions responded with a 7-yard touchdown run from Zach Zenner. Let's recap the Detroit Lions' 10 draft picks under first-year general manager Bob Quinn. The 2018 New England Patriots season was the franchise's 49th season in the National Football League, the 59th overall, and the 19th under head coach Bill Belichick. The Lions have also held opponents to 20 points or fewer in seven straight games, their longest such streak since 1961. The Lions earned a safety on the final play of the game when the Colts were called for an illegal forward pass in the end zone, making the final score 39–35. The Lions responded with 14 points via a one-yard touchdown run from Zach Zenner and a three-yard touchdown pass from Matthew Stafford to Golden Tate. Matt Prater finished the scoring with a 52-yard field goal, giving the Lions a 28–13 win. DET – Matt Prater 42-yard field goal, 1:04. The team failed to improve on its 8–8 record from 2009, and set a new franchise record for losses in a single season, with a 4–12 record, which was their worst record in the post-merger era, and worst in a 16-game schedule. Free Press sports writers Dave Birkett and Carlos Monarrez take a look at the draft class, pick by pick. at Mercedes-Benz Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana. The Lions tied it back up with a two-yard touchdown catch by Andre Roberts on fourth down, and stopped the Rams from taking the lead with a goal line stand as time expired in the second quarter, keeping the score tied 14–14 at halftime. They also won all of their division road games for the first time ever and swept their division rival Green Bay Packers for the first time since 1991. The Lions opened the regular season on the road against the Indianapolis Colts, and came away with a close victory. The helmets also did not have a logo, as helmets were simple leather back then. However, they lost to the Saints 31–26 in the Wild Card round. The 2017 Pittsburgh Steelers season was the franchise's 85th season as a professional sports franchise and as a member of the National Football League. Started 42 straight games and was part of Ohio State’s national title team. Theo Riddick had a 21-yard touchdown run on the Lions' opening drive, and rookie running back Dwayne Washington scored on a 1-yard run early in the second quarter. 16, filling one of their biggest positions of need. The Lions offense scored its first and only touchdown on a one-yard run from Eric Ebron, and Matt Prater added a 43-yard field goal with 22 seconds left in the game. The Colts got on the board with a 50-yard Adam Vinatieri field goal, but the Lions went up 21–3 on its next possession when Matthew Stafford hit Eric Ebron for a six-yard touchdown pass. The Lions compete in the National Football League (NFL) as a member club of the National Football Conference (NFC) North division. The Lions scored first with a seven-yard touchdown pass from Matthew Stafford to Marvin Jones. One team source said the Lions were in disbelief that Robinson still was available at Pick No. The Jaguars responded with a three-yard touchdown pass from Blake Bortles to Allen Robinson, but the conversion attempt by Myers also failed. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers was named the league's Most Valuable Player. 2016 Detroit Lions Statistics & Players: 9-7 (po:0-1) (2nd in NFC North), Coach: Jim Caldwell, ProBowl: Prater [63]. MIN – Kai Forbath 28-yard field goal, 12:38. Detroit Lions stats and statistics for the 2016 NFL season, including rushing, passing, receiving, kickoff returns, punt returns, punting, kicking and defense Originally based in Portsmouth, Ohio and called the Portsmouth Spartans, the team formally joined the NFL on July 12, 1930 and began play in the 1930 season. The Lions traveled west in week 3 to play their division rival the Green Bay Packers.

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