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Author: Russ Thomas

Lions Screwed Out of Playoffs for Millionth Time

December 14, 2015Russ ThomasLeave a Comment on Lions Screwed Out of Playoffs for Millionth Time

The Detroit Lions (4-9) fell again on Sunday to the lowly St. Louis Rams (5-8) in St. Louis. Stud rookie running back Todd Gurley ran for 140 yards on 16 carries and 2 TDS. Gurley ran wild in second half for 14 Rams points to build a 21-7 lead. The Lions pass defense was strong […]

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Week 14 Previews

December 11, 2015Russ ThomasLeave a Comment on Week 14 Previews

Detroit (4-8) at St. Louis (4-8) The Detroit Lions (4-8) travel to St. Louis for a matchup with the Rams (4-8) in Week 14. The Lions try to keep their slim playoff hopes alive with a win and some help (Ravens over Seattle, Panthers over Falcons and Saints over Bucs). The game will be at […]

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Stat Time with LKP

December 10, 2015Russ ThomasLeave a Comment on Stat Time with LKP

The 2015 NFL regular season is three quarters of the way over. Let’s take a look at how the North teams did statistically in 75% of the season and compare that to the half way point. PPG Offense (bold ¾ stats) Green Bay 25.4 (10th) at mid-way point; now 24.1 (12th) Minnesota 21.0 (23rd) at […]

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So You’re Telling Me There’s a Chance

December 4, 2015Russ ThomasLeave a Comment on So You’re Telling Me There’s a Chance

The referees and Aaron Rodgers made me cry. The Lions lost on a miracle Green Bay Hail Mary (27-23) blowing a 20 point lead. The Lions won by a true score of 23-14. Good news!!!! There is hope. Through the magic of a down year in the NFC and the playoff machine, Detroit can make […]

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