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NFL ’12 Cherry Picks Wk-13
Posted on 29 Nov 2012 by Steven Keys.
They Made Me a Criminal “Illegal.” It’s a word that was popping up with odd frequency this past weekend in major media descriptions of Detroit Lions’ coach Jim Schwartz and his now infamous challenge-flag faux pas on Thanksgiving Day. I’m no legal expert but am not aware of the existence of any State of Michigan or federal criminal, regulatory or like provision that such an on-field m...
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Candlestick Opener Ends with 49ers Win Over Lions 27-19
Posted on 17 Sep 2012 by Daniel Trucios.
The last time these two teams met, the country talked about the controversial handshake between head coaches Jim Harbaugh and Jim Schwartz. That wasn't the topic of interest this time around. The topic was simply the game and how the 49ers won their home opener at Candlestick 27-19 over the Detroit Lions. The theme of the night for the 49ers was much like every one of their games with just cons...
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49ers vs. Lions Make for Great Candlestick Opener
Posted on 14 Sep 2012 by Daniel Trucios.
If you are not a 49ers fan or a Lions fan, you still had a kick when these two teams last met. The San Francisco 49ers host the Detroit Lions in their home opener at Candlestick Park. Both of these teams started out the season with a win and against each other rivals: the 49ers beat the Packers 30-22 while the Lions beat the Rams 27-23. However, to enjoy this upcoming match up one has to recall...
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As The Playoffs Loom, The Lions As Usual Look Forward To The Draft
Posted on 29 Nov 2010 by Bob Ballard.
The clock is ticking for head coach Jim Schwartz. After the second half debacle against the Patriots on Thanksgiving, the Lions seem no closer in turning this franchise around. Even though the Lions led at halftime, they continue to give up big plays in the second half and then suddenly give in to the opposing team. Against New England with the Lions leading 24-17 in the 3rd quarter, QB...
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Is There a Moral Victory When A Team Still Loses
Posted on 5 Oct 2010 by Bob Ballard.
The Detroit Lions suffered their 20 straight defeat playing in the state of Wisconsin when they lost to the Green Bay Packers 28-26. While the Lions are still 0-4, they did out gain the Packers 431 to 261. The Lions could have taken the lead with over 6 minutes left in the game, but Lions' head coach Jim Schwartz elected to punt instead of attempting a 55 yard field goal. He was hoping h...









