Detroit Lions
Brian Robiskie - #80 - WR
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 4"/ 212 lbs. |
| Birthday | 12/03/1987 |
| Birthplace | Cleveland, OH |
| College | Ohio State |
| Years played | 5 |
| Drafted | 2009, 2nd round, 4th pick by Browns |
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
The Lions released Robiskie, announcing the move Monday.|||||||
Robiskie played in six games, making four receptions for the Lions in 2012. He was signed as a midseason injury replacement.
The Detroit Lions signed Robiskie on Wednesday, two days after Nate Burleson broke his right leg in a loss at Chicago.|||||||
Robiskie was cut by the Jacksonville Jaguars last month.
The Jaguars cut Robiskie on Monday.|||||||
Robiskie became expendable with the emergence of youngsters Kevin Elliott and Cecil Shorts, who caught four passes for 74 yards and a touchdown in the season opener.
Robiskie was placed on IR with a hamstring injury.|||||||
Robieskie finished with three catches for 25 yards in 2011. He didn't appear in any games after the Jaguars picked him up off waivers from Cleveland on Nov. 2.
The Browns have agreed to terms on a four-year contract with rookie Robiskie.|||||||
Robiskie's agent, Joel Segal, said the sides came to terms Thursday. Robiskie was the Browns' only unsigned rookie. Robiskie is expected to compete for a starting job with Mohammed Massaquoi, who was also selected in the second round of April's draft. Robiskie, who played at Ohio State, was once a ballboy with the Browns when his father, Terry, was on Cleveland's coaching staff.