Detroit Lions
Chris Houston - #23 - CB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 11"/ 178 lbs. |
| Birthday | 10/18/1984 |
| Birthplace | Austin, TX |
| College | Arkansas |
| Years played | 7 |
| Drafted | 2007, 2nd round, 9th pick by Falcons |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 56 | 2 | 2 |
Report: Lions' Berry arrested for DUI
Lions CB Aaron Berry was arrested on DUI and other driving charges in Harrisburg, Pa. on Saturday morning, WXYZ-TV reported Tuesday.
Lions add veteran S Jones
The Lions signed former Buccaneers S Sean Jones to a one-year deal on Monday.
Kowalski wins PFWA McCann Award
The late Tom Kowalski, who was a Lions beat reporter for over three decades, won the PFWA 2012 Dick McCann Award.
Lions add Archer to compete with rookie QB Moore
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Will Lions' RB depth hold up?
Do the Lions have enough RB depth? That won't be answered until the season plays out, but on paper, the Lions' RB group looks solid.
Lions RB Leshoure suspended two games
Lions RB Mikel Leshoure was suspended two games and docked an additional two game checks for violating the NFL’s policy on substance abuse.
Lions add WR Dillard
The Lions agreed to terms on a one-year contract with WR Jarett Dillard, according to the team’s website.
Lions' Fairley apologizes after arrests
Lions DT Nick Fairley, arrested twice since April, apologized Friday on his Facebook page.
Warrant issued for former Lions WR Rogers
A bench warrant has been issued for former Lions WR Charles Rogers after he didn't attend a court hearing.
Lions' Best confident about return from concussion
Lions RB Jahvid Best anticipates being cleared for training camp after a second concussion ended his 2011 season.
Lions agree to terms with WR Stovall
The Lions agreed to a new one-year deal for UFA WR Maurice Stovall, according to the team’s website.
Best NFL offense: Saints or Lions?
The Saints and Lions face off in the finals of PFW's "In the Trenches" bracket to decide the best offense in the NFL.
Fairley's off-field incidents a primary concern
Lions DT Nick Fairley has looked the part in OTAs. But his off-field concerns are the story right now.
Lions DT Fairley faces June 28 arraignment
Lions DT Nick Fairley, arrested Sunday for attempting to elude police and DUI, will be arraigned in Mobile (Ala.) County Court on June 28, the county’s circuit clerk said.
Lions WR Young practices, releases statement
Lions WR Titus Young, who reportedly returned to practice Tuesday, released a statement regarding his absence from last week’s OTAs.
PLAYER NEWS
The agent for Houston says the player has also agreed to a new deal that will keep him with the Lions.|||||||
Detroit has not confirmed the news yet, but it appears to be a done deal.
Houston was inactive for the second straight game, leaving the Lions short-handed in the secondary again for a key NFC Sunday night game at San Francisco.|||||||
Houston has an ankle injury.
Houston left Saturday's preseason game versus Okland with an ankle injury.|||||||
It's uncertain how serious the injury is or if he will miss any time.
Houston injured his shoulder in Saturday night's first-round playoff game against the New Orleans Saints, but has returned to the field.|||||||
The Lions announced that Houston was questionable to return after his injury late in the first quarter as he pursued Jed Collins following the fullback's short reception. Houston did not play when the Lions lost 31-17 in New Orleans on Dec. 4.
The Detroit Lions have traded two late-round draft picks to acquire Houston from the Atlanta Falcons.|||||||
Houston, a second-round pick for Atlanta in 2007, became expendable after the Falcons signed Dunta Robinson as an unrestricted free agent. Houston has three interceptions and one forced fumble in 44 career games, 37 starts.
