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Lions prowl for new college talent at NFL Combine

Quinn Klinefelter March 3, 2025

The Detroit Lions took the first major step in renewing the chase for a Super Bowl trophy this weekend. The...

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Washington Commanders wide receiver Jamison Crowder (80) breaks the tackle of Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch (32) during the first half of an NFL football divisional playoff game, Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, in Detroit.
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Commanders stun the top-seeded Lions 45-31 to reach NFC title game

Associated Press January 18, 2025

DETROIT (AP) — Jayden Daniels threw for two touchdowns in a flawless performance by Washington's dazzling rookie, and the Commanders...

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Detroit Lions fans celebrate a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game between the Detroit Lions and the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, in Detroit.
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Lions fans struggle to believe team is Super Bowl favorite

Quinn Klinefelter January 17, 2025

For decades the Detroit Lions were one of the worst teams in pro football, part of a handful that have...

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Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison and Mayor Mike Duggan shake hands at a press conference.
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Detroit Evening Report: Detroit celebrates a historic drop in violent crime

Hernz Laguerre January 3, 2025

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s office released a report today stating that Detroit saw a historic drop in violent crime in...

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Detroit Lions wide receiver Tim Patrick (17) escapes the tackle of Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens (36) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Detroit.
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Lions extend win streak to 10 games, hold off Bears for 23-20 victory

Associated Press November 28, 2024

DETROIT (AP) — Jared Goff threw two touchdown passes to Sam LaPorta, Jake Bates made three field goals in the...

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Detroit Lions give thanks for Super Bowl caliber team

Quinn Klinefelter November 27, 2024

In 1934 the Detroit Lions played the first pro football game ever held on Thanksgiving. They lost to the Chicago...

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The Metro Events Guide: Interactive cultural experiences, artisanal holiday markets + more

Sophia Jozwiak November 14, 2024

This week, we have interactive cultural experiences, artisanal holiday markets and festive celebrations for our beloved Lions.Plus, opportunities to spend...

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A collection of photos from past CuriosiD episodes. WDET is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the listener-centered podcast this year.
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Behind the Scenes: Celebrating 10 years of CuriosiD

Jerome Vaughn September 26, 2024

WDET’s CuriosiD podcast answers your questions about everything Detroit. Subscribe to CuriosiD on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts.For the past decade, CuriosiD has...

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Shooting at Eastern Market leaves 2 dead after Lions game

Associated Press September 16, 2024

DETROIT (AP) — A second person has died from a shooting at an Eastern Market  tailgate event after a Detroit...

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Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) walks to the bench against the Detroit Lions during the second half of an NFL football game in Detroit, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024.
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Matthew Stafford comes up short in Detroit in another chance to lead Rams to win over Lions

Associated Press September 9, 2024

DETROIT (AP) — Matthew Stafford led 31 fourth-quarter comebacks with the Detroit Lions.On Sunday night, he nearly got one against...

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Detroit Lions fans during the first round of the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 25, 2024, in Detroit.
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Why were the Lions so bad for so long? New book offers insights

Pat Batcheller September 4, 2024

The Detroit Lions kick off the 2024 NFL season in an unfamiliar role — Super Bowl contender.The team has never...

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Detroit Lions wide receiver Josh Reynolds (8) celebrates with teammates Jameson Williams (9) and Jared Goff (16) after scoring a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half of an NFL football NFC divisional playoff game, Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)
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CuriosiD: Why do the Detroit Lions wear ‘Honolulu’ blue?

Pat Batcheller May 30, 2024

WDET’s CuriosiD series answers your questions about everything Detroit. Subscribe to CuriosiD on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts.In this episode of CuriosiD, we answer...

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