Detroit Lions Placekicker

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Who is the Detroit Lions kicker? What to know about Jake Bates stats, college, draft

Kicker Jake Bates set the Detroit Lions franchise single-season scoring record in 2024. Here's where he went to college, his stats, age and more.

CBSSports.com · 3d

Lions' Jake Bates: Makes solo FGA in loss

Bates connected on his only field-goal attempt while going 4-for-4 on PATs in Saturday's 45-31 NFC divisional-round playoff loss to the Commanders. Bates was scarcely used again Saturday, making a 28-yard field goal late in the fourth quarter to narrow the deficit to 45-31.

Sporting News on MSN · 4d

How Lions kicker Jake Bates went from selling bricks to playing for Super Bowl contender

Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates' improbable comeback story from brick salesman to star NFL kicker is one of hard work and high levels of self-belief.

Patriots hire Lions assistant coach

Detroit Free Press · 1d

Ben Johnson replacement: 5 candidates to watch for Detroit Lions offensive coordinator

The Lions have plenty of in-house options to replace Ben Johnson as offensive coordinator including Scottie Montgomery and Tanner Engstrand.

FOX News on MSN · 18h

Jets hire Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn as new head coach: reports

The New York Jets have found their new head coach in Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, according to multiple reports on Wednesday.

Boston Herald on MSN · 1d

Patriots hire Lions assistant coach as defensive coordinator

The Patriots have filled their three coordinator posts under new head coach Mike Vrabel. Vrabel is hiring Lions defensive line coach Terrell Williams to be the Patriots’ defensive coordinator, the team announced Wednesday.

12dOpinion

Rubin: A Detroit Lions' wedding registry spotlights the uncertainty of life in the NFL

With his salary at the NFL rookie minimum, $795,000, Bates could probably splurge on the pizza slicer himself. That's not the ...

MLive5d

80-year-old Detroit Lions superfan reflects on team’s journey amid historic season

While he hasn’t seen the team appear in a Super Bowl yet, Barry can recall listening to a radio broadcast of the Detroit ...

13d

Lions coach Dan Campbell has gone for it on 4th down an NFL-record 151 times in a 4-season span

Dan Campbell has redefined four-down territory. The Detroit Lions go for it on fourth down almost anywhere on the field under ...

1don MSN

Detroit Lions Opt Not to Sign Five Players on Practice Squad

Detroit made the decision to sign 11 players to futures contracts Monday, including QB Jake Fromm, S Erick Hallett, WR Tom Kennedy, OT Jamarco Jones, S Loren Strickland, CB Stantley Thomas-Oliver, LB ...

Lions sign ex-Michigan WR days after playoff exit

The Detroit Lions sign Ronnie Bell to a reserve/future deal following their NFC Divisional Round loss to the Washington Commanders.

Commanders vs. Lions predictions, picks and best bets for NFL Divisional Round

The Lions are big favorites against the Commanders in NFL Divisional Round of the playoffs. Check out our expert's ...

Who is Jared Goff's backup? What to know about Detroit Lions QB Teddy Bridgewater

Teddy Bridgewater is in his 2nd stint with the Detroit Lions as Jared Goff's backup, having retired after the 2023 season and ...

MLive3d

PHOTOS: Detroit Lions historic season comes to an end with Divisional Round loss

Jayden Daniels led the Washington Commanders to a 45-31 victory over the No. 1 seed Detroit Lions on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025 ...

FOX 2 Detroit on MSN12d

Lions' Joseph, St. Brown, and Sewell headline six All-Pro 1st and 2nd team selections

Amon-Ra St. Brown, Penei Sewell, Kerby Joseph and Jack Fox made the First Team. Frank Ragnow and Kalif Raymond were Second ...

Detroit Lions say goodbyes as playoff loss hits home: 'It doesn't feel real'

A day after their stunning playoff loss, the Detroit Lions gathered in Allen Park on Sunday for exit physicals and one final ...

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