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Detroit identified undrafted players like cornerbacks Jerry Jacobs and A.J. Detroit also signed undrafted players like tight end Brock Wright, offensive lineman Tommy Kraemer and long snapper Scott Daly who contributed to the team. He finished with 1,091 yards, averaged 4.5 yards per carry and scored nine touchdowns. With all five running backs under contract from last season, he’s going to have a tough path to the roster in Detroit. Kalil Pimpleton, WR, Central Michigan (per NFL Network): A 5-foot-7 receiver who began his career at Virginia Tech before transferring to Mount Pleasant and scoring four different ways.

Former Michigan defensive tackle Maurice Hurst wasn’t a free agent for long after being released by the San Francisco 49ers on Monday. Right after, San Francisco re-signed him to the same one-year contract in a cap-saving move, the team announced. Hurst, 26, played in two games with the 49ers last season and recorded two tackles, including one for loss. The 6-foot-2, 291-pounder was a projected first-round pick in 2018 after earning first-team All-American honors as a senior at Michigan. Hurst finished his Michigan career with 130 tackles, 32 tackles for loss and 13.5 sacks over four seasons (41 games).

Invited by his former San Francisco 49ers coach, Jim Harbaugh, Colin Kaepernick was the honorary captain at the Michigan spring game Saturday.

Fresh off his first Super Bowl victory, Matthew Stafford has been awarded a four-year, $160 million extension from the Los Angeles Rams, according to reports.

Longtime NFL journalist John Clayton died Friday following a short illness.

The San Francisco 49ers made their first big move of free agency, agreeing with former Kansas City cornerback Charvarius Ward on a three-year contract. The contract with Ward gives San Francisco needed help in the secondary and is the richest one handed out to a cornerback by the team in six seasons under coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch. Ward spent the past four seasons in Kansas City after being acquired by the Chiefs in a trade with the Cowboys.

The San Francisco 49ers are hiring ESPN analyst Brian Griese as their new quarterbacks coach.

The 2021-22 NFL season is over, but bettors can start looking ahead to next season as odds for the Super Bowl LVII winner have already been released. While the Los Angeles Rams will enter the season and the defending champions, they are not the favorite to win next season. Despite neither team even making it to the Super Bowl this year, all three oddsmakers we checked with have the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs as the teams with the best odds of bringing home the Lombardi Trophy next season. The Rams are the favorite out of the NFC, but teams like the Dallas Cowboys, San Francisco 49ers and Green Bay Packers aren’t too far behind. The odds reflected below were compiled early this week and may have changed as more bets are placed.

The NFL team said In a statement that it recently became aware of a "network security incident."

The San Francisco 49ers have been hit by a ransomware attack, with cyber criminals claiming they stole some of the football team’s financial data.

The San Francisco 49ers have been hit by a ransomware attack, with cyber criminals claiming they stole some of the football team's financial data. The ransomware gang BlackByte recently posted some of the purportedly stolen team documents on a dark web site in a file marked "2020 Invoices." The team, which is among the most valuable and storied franchises in the NFL and lost a close playoff game two week ago, said in a statement Sunday that it recently became aware of a “network security incident" that had disrupted some of its corporate IT network systems.

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Kelly Stafford is feeling the love from Detroit to Los Angeles as former Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford prepares to play in Super Bowl LVI this Sunday with the Rams.

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A sports apparel company is capitalizing on Detroit Lions fans’ loyalty to Matthew Stafford, the Super Bowl-bound Los Angeles Rams quarterback who for 12 years prior had made an appearance in that game seem possible for their home team.

Authorities say a suspect was arrested in an altercation that badly injured a San Francisco 49ers fan in a parking lot outside SoFi Stadium during last weekend’s NFC championship game between the 49ers and the Los Angeles Rams.

NBC debuted a 3-D TV presentation headlined by Elvis impersonator Elvis Presto, who also did card tricks.

San Francisco safety Jaquiski Tartt said he felt "like I let my brothers down."

It’s weird, right? Seeing former Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford in a LA Rams jersey was strange enough. Watching him take his team to a Super Bowl is bizarre.

For 6 3/4 games, the San Francisco 49ers had dominated the Los Angeles Rams. Then came the fourth quarter of Sunday’s NFC championship game, when everything unraveled. Coach Kyle Shanahan decided not to go it on fourth-and-2 in Rams territory, followed by a dropped interception by Jaquiski Tartt and Jimmy Garoppolo throwing a pick at the worst time.

The Rams will meet the Cincinnati Bengals in the Super Bowl on February 13.

Matthew Stafford is heading to his first Super Bowl after the Los Angeles Rams defeated the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game.

Two California teams look to go back to the Super Bowl for the second time in the last five years, even though some may have not predicted them to be there, as the San Francisco 49ers take on the Los Angeles Rams. The Rams had an up-and-down offense throughout the regular season, but they came to play against the defending Super Bowl champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers last Sunday. pic.twitter.com/1hrjkOa4lQ — Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) January 23, 2022The Rams are looking to make it to their fifth Super Bowl, and first in three years. Despite the Rams coming in as the higher seed, the 49ers might be the favorite in this one. What: NFC Conference Championship GameWho: (6) San Francisco 49ers vs. (4) Los Angeles RamsWhen: Sunday, January 30Time: 6:30 p.m.

The 49ers defensive end created a stir when he peed on the field at a Green Bay-area high school. But he didn't create a citation or criminal charge.

The Michigan Wolverines will have some critical alumni out on the field Sunday (Jan. 30) afternoon/evening as teams are gearing up for a chance to make it to the holy grail of football, the Super Bowl.

Kyle Shanahan and Sean McVay arrived in California five years ago, a pair of hot-shot young coaches with a shared history and similar offenses taking over struggling franchises.

Aaron Donald is firmly in conversations about the top pass rushers in NFL history.

Following the most exciting weekend of NFL football in recent memory, the AFC and NFC Championship games will take place Sunday with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line. That may surprise some bettors who remember the Bengals defeated the Chiefs 34-31 in Week 17, but it’s worth noting that game was played in Cincinnati. Oddsmakers aren’t leaning too heavily one way or another in the NFC title game as the Rams – who are at home for the game -- are favored by 3.5 points at all four books we researched. The moneyline on the game is pretty slim too as the 49ers odds range between +145 and +155, while the Rams are at -175 to -180. By clicking on the name of the individual sportsbooks below, you can jump right to the most current odds at each sportsbook.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says he can’t envision a scenario in which he comes out of retirement once he ends his playing career.

Here’s when the Chiefs will face the Bengals in the AFC Championship Game.

In their last home game, the Rams struggled to hear their own play calls because raucous San Francisco 49ers fans swarmed their home stadium.

The Bengals advanced to the AFC championship game for the first time since the 1988 season by beating Tennessee 19-16 on Saturday. Rookie Evan McPherson kicked four field goals, including a 52-yarder as time expired. Cincinnati will travel to the winner of the Bills-Chiefs matchup, which was being played Sunday night.

Aaron Rodgers heads into another offseason of uncertainty after one more frustrating finish to a brilliant year.

His 68.9 quarterback-rating was also the best in the league during the regular season. Despite falling to the Detroit Lions in their regular season finale. In their last three playoff appearances, Green Bay has made it to the conference championship. What: NFC Divisional PlayoffsWho: (6) San Francisco 49ers vs. (1) Green Bay PackersWhen: Saturday, January 22Time: 8L15 p.m. ETWhere: Lambeau Field (Green Bay, Wis.)Channel: FOXStream: FuboTV (7-day free trial), Sling, DirecTV StreamCheck out the NFL standings and results on NFL.com

Bundle up! The Green Bay Packers' playoff game at Lambeau Field will be frigid with possible snow showers.

Dak Prescott was frustrated when he thought fans threw trash at the Cowboys. When he heard they were throwing it at the referees, he changed his tune.

Versatile receiver Deebo Samuel ran 26 yards for a touchdown the play after an interception by Dak Prescott and the San Francisco 49ers held on for a 23-17 wild-card victory over the Dallas Cowboys.

Deebo Samuel and the San Francisco 49ers have started another playoff run after hanging on in a frantic wild-card finish against Dallas. Dak Prescott and the Cowboys will have to keep waiting for that elusive deep trip in the postseason. San Francisco's versatile receiver ran 26 yards for a touchdown the play after an interception by Prescott, and the 49ers held on for a 23-17 victory over the Cowboys on Sunday.

San Francisco pass rusher Nick Bosa has been ruled out of a wild-card game against Dallas because of a concussion after a collision with teammate D.

The Dallas Cowboys are off on the wrong foot before their playoff opener against the San Francisco 49ers. Linebacker Leighton Vander Esch's name was misspelled on the back of his No. 55 jersey during pregame warmups. Vander Esch was still wearing the botched jersey in the game.

Two teams who have had many classic encounters in the playoffs meet Sunday afternoon deep in the heart of Texas, as the Dallas Cowboys get set to take on the surging San Francisco 49ers. After starting the season at a subpar 3-5, San Francisco won seven of their final 10 games to finish at 10-7. Dallas’ last playoff run in 2018 was derailed by the eventual NFC champion Los Angeles Rams in the divisional round. Dallas is 4-2 in playoff matchups with San Francisco. What: NFC Wild Card PlayoffsWho: (6) San Francsico 49ers vs. (3) Dallas CowboysWhen: Sunday, January 16Time: 4:30 p.m.

University of Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh has become a highly touted man this offseason. Several NFL teams, such as the Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers and the Chicago Bears have reportedly come calling.

The San Francisco 49ers clinched a playoff spot with a 27-24 overtime victory over the NFC West champion Los Angeles Rams.

The Las Vegas Raiders have beaten the Los Angeles Chargers on a field goal on the final play of overtime in a playoffs-or-bust finale that would have put both teams in the playoffs if it had ended in a tie.

While they have already clinched a playoff spot, the Los Angeles Rams have a lot to play for when they host the San Francisco 49ers in the regular season finale on Sunday. Also, if the Rams beat the Niners, they will lock up the second-seed in the NFC, securing home-field advantage through the Divisional Round. Watch the NFL on FuboTV (Free trial)Despite the roller coaster of season they have had, San Francisco still has a shot to play next weekend. What: NFL Football (Week 18)Who: San Francisco 49ers (9-7) vs. Los Angeles Rams (12-4)When: Sunday, January 9Time: 4:25 p.m. ETWhere: SoFi Stadium (Inglewood, Calif.)Channel: FOXStream: FuboTV (7-day free trial), Sling, DirecTV StreamCheck out the NFL standings and results on NFL.com

Jimmy Garoppolo injured his right thumb in San Francisco’s loss at Tennessee last week and his status for the 49ers’ game this week is in doubt.

With only three weeks left in the NFL season, many of the divisional races are heating, including the AFC South, where the Tennessee Titans are clinging to the top spot as they prepare to host the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday Night Football. Coming into Week 16, the Titans hold a one-game lead on the surging Indianapolis Colts, but have not been doing themselves any favors over the last month. Thursday will mark the 15th the two franchises have met, with the Niners winning nine of the first 14, including winning four of the last six dating back to the late-90s. What: NFL Football (Week 16)Who: San Francisco 49ers (8-6) vs. Tennessee Titans (9-5)When: Thursday, December 23Time: 8:20 p.m. ETWhere: Nissan Stadium (Nashville, Tenn.)Channel: NFL NetworkStream: FuboTV (7-day free trial), Sling, DirecTV StreamCheck out the NFL standings and results here

Kim Jong Un officially debuted in 2010 as the successor to his father and North Korean leader Kim Jong Il who was frail after a stroke in 2008. The death of Kim Jong Il on Dec. 17, 2011, thrust his son into power when he was still in his late 20s. (Dec. 14)

Jimmy Garoppolo threw a 12-yard touchdown pass to Brandon Aiyuk and the San Francisco 49ers beat the Cincinnati Bengals 26-23 in overtime.

Jimmy Garoppolo threw two touchdown passes for the third consecutive week and the San Francisco 49ers dominated Jacksonville 30-10 on Sunday for their third win in four games.

Jimmy Garoppolo threw two touchdown passes, Jimmie Ward returned one of his two first-quarter interceptions for another score and the San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Rams 31-10 for their first home win in more than a year.

The stock sale by the Green Bay Packers will fund improvements at the NFL team's home of Lambeau Field.

In a substantial division rivalry clash, the Los Angeles Rams try to hang in the NFC West race when they head up the road to Santa Clara to take on the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football. The Rams come into the contest with a 7-2 record, just one game back of the division-leading Arizona Cardinals. Watch the NFL on FuboTV (7-day free trial)San Francisco has not had the best of seasons so far, but are not out of the playoff picture quite yet. What: NFL Football (Week 10)Who: Los Angeles Rams (7-2) vs. San Francisco 49ers (3-5)When: Monday, November 15Time: 8:15 p.m. ETWhere: Levi Stadium (Santa Clara, Calif.)Channel: ESPNStream: FuboTV (7-day free trial), Sling, DirecTV StreamCheck out the NFL standings and results here

CBS San Francisco sports anchor Vern Glenn looks at the Rams-49ers, Seahawks-Packers and Panthers-Cardinals matchups in Week 10.

Despite being short-handed, the Arizona Cardinals returned to the top of the AP Pro32 poll after beating the San Francisco 49ers without quarterback Kyler Murray and wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins.

James Conner ran for two touchdowns and caught a 45-yard TD pass from backup quarterback Colt McCoy as the short-handed Arizona Cardinals beat the San Francisco 49ers 31-17.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will miss Sunday’s game vs. the Kansas City Chiefs after contracting COVID-19.

An interesting matchup between a pair of two-win teams on Sunday Night Football sees the San Francisco 49ers, fresh off the bye week, take on the Indianapolis Colts who are coming off their biggest win of the 2021 season. San Francisco comes into Sunday night with a 2-3 record in the very wild NFC West. Watch the NFL on FuboTV (7-day free trial)The Colts are sitting third in the very top-heavy AFC South, coming into week seven at 2-4. What: NFL Football (Week 7)Who: Indianapolis Colts (2-4) vs. San Francisco 49ers (2-3)When: Sunday, October 24Time: 8:20 p.m. ETWhere: Levi Stadium (Santa Clara, Calif.)Channel: NBCStream: FuboTV (7-day free trial), Sling, DirecTV StreamCheck out the NFL standings and results here

The Arizona Cardinals and the Buffalo Bills are tied for the top spot in the latest AP Pro32 poll.

The Arizona Cardinals improved to 5-0 for the first time since 1974, riding a stellar defensive performance to a 17-10 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday.

Rookie quarterback Trey Lance will make his first start for the San Francisco 49ers after Jimmy Garoppolo was ruled out of this week’s game with a calf injury.

Pro Football Hall of Famer Calvin Johnson and Olympic gold medalist Jordyn Wieber were inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame on Friday night.

In an intriguing matchup on Sunday Night Football, the 2-0 San Franciso 49ers looks to keep their winning ways in tact when they welcome a Green Bay Packers team coming off a big primetime win last Monday night. After a disappointing season opening loss to the New Orleans Saints bounced back with a win over the Detroit Lions on Monday Night Football. Yet, San Francisco was able to pull out another win on the road, taking home the 17-11 victory. Green Bay has gone 37-32-1 all-time against San Francisco, including a 34-17 at Levi Stadium last season. What: NFL Football (Week 3)Who: Green Bay Packers vs. San Francisco 49ersWhen: Sunday, September 26Time: 8:20 p.m.

The San Francisco 49ers started their season with two games on the East coast, and turned the road trip into a secret advantage for their team.

It’s a primetime, Week 2 matchup between the Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers on the national stage -- Monday Night Football.

Jimmy Garoppolo threw one touchdown pass and ran in for a score, leading the San Francisco 49ers to a 17-11 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.

The problem facing Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell isn't finding things to fix.

The problem facing Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell isn’t finding things to fix.

DETROIT -- The Lions’ worst fears have been confirmed. Former first-round pick Jeff Okudah ruptured his Achilles tendon in the 41-33 loss on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers, according to NFL Network. He won’t play again in 2021, and it’s now fair to wonder whether he’ll ever live up to the hype, just one week into his second season. This story will be updated momentarily.

Football season is underway, so it’s time to play Monday Morning Quarterback, my favorite position!

DETROIT -- The Detroit Lions lost 41-33 to the San Francisco 49ers in their season opener from Ford Field. He completed 38 of 57 passes for 338 yards with three touchdowns and an interception that San Francisco returned for a touchdown. (Mike Mulholland | MLive.com)Mike Mulholland | MLive.comRunning backs: There isn’t much more the Lions running backs could have done in this one. (Mike Mulholland | MLive.com)Mike Mulholland | MLive.comTight ends: T.J. Hockenson looked ready to take another jump in Year 3 with his performance against SF’s strong defense. San Francisco dominated off the play-action, with Lions linebackers biting too hard on about every fake from behind the line of scrimmage.

“Definitely gotta stop the run, that’s first and foremost,” Trey Flowers said of Detroit’s defensive performance. We got play-action wide open, passes down the field wide open, so it starts with stopping the run. “I think just the way they play, obviously, you know that’s a very good team. We had tackles for losses in our run game, we’re not capitalizing on third down. The tape I saw on the right was...I told him after the game he’s better on the left and he’s more comfortable on the left.

Dan Campbell wasn’t thinking about moral victories.

ALLEN PARK -- The Detroit Lions dramatically opened the Dan Campbell-Brad Holmes era, losing 41-33 to the San Francisco 49ers after a frantic comeback attempt in the final minutes. The Lions were in a 38-10 hole midway through the third quarter, with little signs of life on either side of the ball. Lions running back Jamaal Williams scored from a yard out, with the two-point conversion capping a 12-pay, 86-play drive to make it 41-25. The offense couldn’t finish the job, stalling on San Francisco’s side of the field with a late turnover on downs. We cannot -- we don’t have the luxury of making some of the mistakes we made and being able to win.

Dre Greenlaw returned an interception for a touchdown to help the San Francisco 49ers score 17 points over two-plus minutes late in the first half and they held on for a 41-33 win over the Detroit Lions.

The Dan Campbell era of the Detroit Lions started with a loss Sunday.

DETROIT -- The Lions have deactivated a pair of early-round draft picks for their opener on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers. Levi Onwuzurike, a second-round pick this year, and Julian Okwara, a third-round pick last year, are inactive for Detroit. He is a healthy scratch against San Francisco, a discouraging sign of his development, especially against the run. The rest of Detroit’s inactives: Running back Jermar Jefferson, guard Tommy Kraemer and receivers KhaDarel Hodge and Tom Kennedy. The Jefferson scratch might be the most surprising of them all, considering the seventh-rounder has repped as Detroit’s third running back throughout the offseason.

Pregame--DETROIT -- The Detroit Lions open the 2021 season at home against the San Francisco 49ers. This game marks the first for coach Dan Campbell and general manager Brad Holmes, with Jared Goff making his first regular-season start in the Honolulu blue. This post will update with drive summaries, analysis, injury updates, photos and more throughout the game. Hit the refresh button to keep up and make sure to follow MLive’s Detroit Lions reporters on Twitter -- @BenjaminSRaven and @kmeinke. Also, head over to MLive’s Facebook account after the game for an immediate breakdown.

DETROIT -- The Detroit Lions host the San Francisco 49ers to open the regular season on Sunday afternoon. Decker suffered the injury making a punch move in pass protection during a recent practice per Dan Campbell. That’s kind of the balance that we’re playing with.”Don Muhlbach officially retires, joins Detroit Lions as special assistant to front office, Dan CampbellDon Muhlbach’s playing days might be over, but the longtime Lions long snapper isn’t going anywhere. Looking ahead: Will the Detroit Lions see San Francisco 49ers rookie QB Trey Lance in Week 1? We look at the most notable additions and departures for the 49ers, with an opponent preview ahead of the opener.

Welcome to Sunday, Motown.

Welcome to Saturday night, Motown.

DETROIT -- The Detroit Lions begin the 2021-22 season Sunday when they host the San Francisco 49ers at Ford Field. According to most sportsbooks, the Lions enter the season with some of the longest odds at winning the Super Bowl, with most books giving them the second worst odds. While that’s discouraging to fans, it also presents an opportunity to make huge profits if the Lions were to overcome the odds. For instance, BetMGM is offering +500000 odds that the Lions will go undefeated and win the Super Bowl. Risky business: Detroit Lions are reportedly the most-bet team to make the playoffs

Week 1 of the National Football League season is here, and Sunday marks the beginning of the 62nd season of Detroit Lions football. The team has seen quite the facelift over the past offseason, and look to start their 2021 campaign on the right foot when they take on the San Francisco 49ers. Check out more stories about the Detroit Lions here on MLive. What: NFL Football (Week 1)Who: San Francisco 49ers vs. Detroit LionsWhen: Sunday, September 12Time: 1:00 p.m. ETWhere: Ford Field (Detroit, Mich.)Channel: FOXStream: FuboTV (7-day free trial)Check out the NFL standings and results on NFL.com

ALLEN PARK -- The Detroit Lions have officially ruled out left tackle Taylor Decker for their season opener on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers. Decker injured his finger during a pass-blocking rep at Wednesday’s practice and could miss several weeks. He was scheduled to consult with a specialist on Friday afternoon to determine whether he requires surgery. Parker (shoulder) and defensive linemen Michael Brockers (shoulder), Nick Williams (elbow) and Levi Onwuzurike (hip) as questionable for the game. Parker and Onwuzurike are both rookies who are expected to start at some point on defense, while Brockers was acquired this offseason in a trade with the Los Angeles Rams.

ALLEN PARK -- The Detroit Lions almost certainly won’t have their left tackle when they open the season on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers. D’Andre Swift is expected to play against the 49ers just days after his name appeared in a leaked screenshot that allegedly shows an anonymous tip made to the Philadelphia police. Philadelphia police have not responded to MLive’s request for comment, but NFL Network reports “sources have indicated D’Andre Swift is not under investigation. But again, no indication Swift is a suspect.”Lions head coach Dan Campbell said it’s also his understanding Swift is not currently under investigation. “That’s just internet rumors I don’t feel I need to comment on right now,” Campbell said.

Ford Field will welcome fans for the first time since the 2019 Lions season, before the coronavirus pandemic hit. Officials announced in July that the stadium would host fans at full capacity for the 2021 season.

ALLEN PARK -- The Detroit Lions open the season and their new regime with the challenging task of preparing for the San Francisco 49ers and two very different quarterbacks. Lance completed 19 of 31 passes for 276 yards with three touchdowns and one interception in the preseason. You have to assume that they may try to mix him (Lance) in there and use him a little bit,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said. Lance has been working his way back from a chipped bone on his finger, returning to practice ahead of Week 1. See below for the previous five meetings:2018 -- 49ers 30, Lions 272015 -- Lions 32, 49ers 172012 -- 49ers 27, Lions 192011 -- 49ers 25, Lions 192009 -- 49ers 20, Lions 6Related stories:Detroit Lions offensive outlook: Who’s in, who’s out and who’s about to break outDetroit Lions defensive outlook: Who’s in, who’s out and who’s about to break outDetroit Lions are 7.5-point underdogs for season-opening game against San Francisco 49ersQB Jared Goff draws old NFC West rival San Francisco 49ers in Detroit Lions debutTaylor Decker, Michael Brockers among 4 starters limited at Lions practice; D’Andre Swift full-go

ALLEN PARK -- Jared Goff finds himself in a familiar spot despite his new surroundings, heading into a regular-season game, preparing for the San Francisco 49ers. Goff, 26, spent the last five seasons with the Los Angeles Rams, drawing eight starts against the 49ers during that time. Goff completed 144 of 241 attempts for a 59.75% completion rate with 14 touchdowns to six interceptions. But it does help. It does help because he knows that personnel and he knows what they have done traditionally.

ALLEN PARK -- The Detroit Lions open the Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes era as 7.5-point underdogs against the San Francisco 49ers. This spread shouldn’t surprise anyone, with the Lions considered underdogs in all 17 games this season. Most oddsmakers have the Lions as 7.5-point underdogs, while others have it at seven or even eight. Campbell, the first-year Lions coach, reportedly told 97.1 The Ticket that running back D’Andre Swift and defensive lineman Michael Brockers are expected to play in Week 1. Campbell said the Lions are preparing for both, assuming Shanahan will find ways to get the young quarterback on the field.

The NFL says 93% of players are vaccinated for COVID-19 and the league wanted mandatory vaccination but the NFLPA wouldn’t agreed to it.

ALLEN PARK -- Tyrell Williams, Detroit’s top free-agent acquisition of the offseason, is expected to be ready for the club’s opener on Sept. 12 against the San Francisco 49ers. He is currently nursing a minor groin injury that has sidelined him during practice this week. The Lions also expect top tight end T.J. Hockenson (shoulder) to be ready for the opener, while the fates of top running back D’Andre Swift (groin) and defensive tackle Da’Shawn Hand (groin) remain less clear. Williams signed a one-year, $4 million contract with the Lions in March and is expected to be the No. “I think receiver is really interesting right now,” head coach Dan Campbell said this week.

As of Aug. 4, there are less than 40 days are left until the Detroit Lions kick off its season at Ford Fields against the San Francisco 49ers.

Richard Sherman has been arrested on a charge of "domestic violence burglary."

NFL free agent cornerback Richard Sherman was denied bail following his arrest in Seattle early Wednesday morning.

Villa Montana was initially listed for $49 million in 2009.

The Detroit Lions will open the 2021 regular season at Ford Field against the San Francisco 49ers on Sept. 12, according to the newly released NFL schedule.

From the moment San Francisco made the decision to trade two future first-round picks to move up from No. 12 to 3 in the NFL draft, the pressure on the organization was immense.

The 49ers have made a big move to grab their quarterback of the future by trading up with Miami for the No. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson, File)SANTA CLARA, Calif. – For San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan, the biggest risk wasn't trading three first-round picks for the No. “It’s a risk every single year you go into an NFL season without one of those top five guys,” Shanahan said Monday in his first public comments since last week's big trade for the No. 12 when looking for a quarterback, Shanahan believes he will be able to grab the players who will eventually replace Jimmy Garoppolo as starter. San Francisco is 22-8 when Garoppolo starts compared to 7-27 with any other quarterback since Shanahan was hired.

The San Francisco 49ers have made a big move to grab their quarterback of the future by trading up with Miami for the No. 12 pick along with first-round picks in 2022 and 2023 and their compensatory third-rounder in 2022 to get the third overall pick. The Dolphins then immediately traded the 12th pick, the 123rd pick and their own 2022 first-rounder to Philadelphia for the No. The Dolphins have stockpiled draft picks since beginning a rebuilding project when Brian Flores was hired as coach two years ago. 3 overall pick, the Dolphins gave up their primary bargaining chip in a potential deal to acquire Watson.

The Jacksonville Jaguars signed former San Francisco 49ers quarterback C.J. Beathard on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, giving them an experienced backup if they trade Gardner Minshew. Beathard signed a two-year contract with Jacksonville on Wednesday, giving the Jaguars an experienced backup if they trade Gardner Minshew. He started 12 games over four years in San Francisco, throwing for 3,469 yards, with 18 touchdown passes and 13 interceptions. That also makes him a potential trade option, especially with the Jaguars looking to rebuild under Meyer and new general manager Trent Baalke.