Barry Sanders retired when he was on the cusp of the NFL's rushing record. Does he believe a current running back can surpass Emmitt Smith's mark?

Ford Field has hosted many significant events in its history, including Super Bowl XL in 2006, the NCAA men's basketball ...

The NFL is seeing a resurgence in the importance of running backs, with teams investing more resources in their ground game. The Detroit Lions ... t acquire a running back in the first round.

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator John Morton is looking forward to leading an offense with big-play potential.

In 2024, the Detroit Lions had their best offense in franchise history. They also finished among the top of the league in yardage (second), and topped the league in points scored. As the team is ...

Follow every signing and trade with The Athletic’s live coverage of 2025 NFL free agency. Free agency is upon us, and the ...

Detroit Lions ... some of the best running back prospects in recent NFL drafts. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. He recruited and worked closely with Lions running back ...

If the Detroit Pistons and Red Wings make the playoffs next month, it will mark the 1st time all four Detroit teams have ...

Jake Bates, who was in the midst of his first year as a brick salesman in Houston, trotted on the turf with eight seconds remaining and calmly drilled a 64-yard, game-winning field goal. It was second ...

Lions GM Brad Holmes didn't deliver a splashy signing or trade. Instead, he committed to the players who've sparked the Lions turnaround.