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Caleb Campbell is a name most Detroit fans recognize, but if for whatever reason it doesn't ring a bell then here's a recap of his story. In April of 2008, Campbell, was featured in an interview piece on Headline News. In the interview, Campbell discussed the Department of the Army's alternative service option plan which would allow him to play in the NFL in 2008. Campbell was selected in the seventh round, 218th overall, in ...
From one position to the next, Detroit seems to be a little too focused on the wrong ones. First it was drafting seven receivers in the last six drafts, and now it's looking like they're focusing on tight ends. I'm not really sure I understand the logic sometimes, but let's look at this latest trade. I'll try and give both sides of the argument here, because the trade isn't all that ...

Rob Sims Now A Lion, Detroit Looking Better Already

Posted: 5th April 2010 by Matt J in NFL
Rob Sims is now officially a member of the Detroit Lions, or will be as soon as he passes his physical. The deal was announced earlier today and confirmed by several different reporters. Sims is a huge upgrade at the guard position for the Lions. He's rated as the 8th best overall guard on profootballfocus.com. Many were concerned with his pass block rating on there, but he's still in the top ...
Detroit Lions making some big free agency news? This is not something that happens very often. Usually the Lions stay pretty quiet in free agency and just add some second tier players that will never really do much or get them a championship. Now, I'm not saying they're doing a ton more than they have in the past, but they have added at least one great signing, and grabbed another guy who ...
The Dolphins have a chance this Sunday to do something no team has been able to do this yearùbeat the Saints.á Up to this point the Saints have been near untouchable and I haven't seen how they could get beat. Facing the Dolphins, though, may be a different story.á When I look at the Dolphins, they just seem to be able to match up with New Orleans a lot better than most ...

Colts Showing They’re Just as Good with New Coach

Posted: 6th October 2009 by Matt J in NFL
The Colts offense looks the same year in and year out. They're always one of the top teams when it comes to offense, but this year so far the other side of the ball has been keeping up.á After the huge game Miami had against the Colts' defense, Indy has stepped it up making them one of the best teams in the league. Some thought since Tony Dungy retired they might not have ...
Lions fans I know you and I are probably sick of hearing this, but keep your heads up. There's still loads of hope for this young Lions team, much more than the other teams from this decade.  Here's some key reasons why you shouldn't give up hope on this team. 1) Brandon Pettigrew is still learning It seems like we've all forgotten about our other first round draft choice. Brandon Pettigrew missed the ...