Detroit Lions
Amari Spievey - #42 - S
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 11"/ 195 lbs. |
| Birthday | 04/15/1988 |
| Birthplace | Middletown, CT |
| College | Iowa |
| Years played | 4 |
| Drafted | 2010, 3rd round, 2nd pick by Lions |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | 0 | 0 |
Owners, teams react to lockout
Teams and owners released statements or spoke to media members on Saturday, reacting to the NFL's first work stoppage since 1987 and what it means for fans.
Lewand focused on the 2011 season
Lions president Tom Lewand met with Detroit writers on Saturday and answered some questions about the current work stoppage.
Lions release Peterson, re-sign Follett
The Lions re-signed LB Zack Follett and released veteran LB Julian Peterson on Thursday.
NFC North free-agent preview
With the owners and players mired in negotiations, the beginning of free agency is almost certain to be delayed. Yet, PFW is examining the free-agent picture for each club, here featuring the NFC North.
Lions will continue to look at offensive line
The Lions have several options with the No. 13 pick in the draft, but offensive line has to be squarely among the top needs.
Schwartz hints Lions could appeal tampering case
The Lions' tampering case with the Chiefs might not be over just yet, as Detroit could appeal the matter with the NFL.
Reports: Lions sign former Falcons S Coleman
Former Falcons S Erik Coleman has agreed to a one-year deal with the Lions, according to multiple reports.
Lions guilty of tampering with Chiefs, forfeit pick
The NFL has ruled that the Lions have been found guilty of tampering with the Chiefs and will have to forfeit a draft pick.
NFC North 2010 season-in-review team reports
DE Julius Peppers made his presence felt in his first season with the Bears, helping Chicago's defense rank fourth in the league in points allowed as the Bears rose to first place in the NFC North.
Suh credits Williams, Vanden Bosch for growth
In racking up a slew of awards following his standout rookie season, Lions DT Ndamukong Suh has deflected a great deal of praise on others who helped him be so successful so fast.
Suh wins AP Defensive Rookie honors
Lions DT Ndamukong Suh was named The Associated Press Defensive Rookie of the Year on Friday.
Suh wins 2010 Pepsi Rookie of the Year award
Lions DT Ndamukong Suh was named the Pepsi Rookie of the Year on Thursday at a ceremony in Dallas.
Stafford's shoulder will be ready by camp
After initially saying that QB Matthew Stafford didn't need surgery, the Lions followed the medical advice and decided repairing his shoulder was the best course of action.
Stafford called "China doll" by teammate
Lions LB Zack Follett discussed how often QB Matthew Stafford is hurt on a radio interview Tuesday morning.
Raiders' Davis has no regrets in passing on Calvin Johnson
Most people would look at the 2007 draft and say the Raiders made a mistake drafting JaMarcus Russell over Calvin Johnson. Not Al Davis.
PLAYER NEWS
Spievey has agreed to a one-year deal to stay with the Detroit Lions. Agent Andy Simms said Tuesday that Spievey is set to remain with the only NFL team he's played for. The 5-foot-11, 195-pound safety started two games last season, but he was placed on injured reserve in mid-November because of a concussion.|||||||
The 24-year-old Spievey has played three seasons with the Lions after they drafted him in the third round in 2010. He has started 26 games, including 15 in 2011, when he had three interceptions and the Lions reached the playoffs.
Spievey was placed on season-ending injury reserve because of a concussion.|||||||
Drayton Florence was activated in his place.
