Detroit Lions
DeAndre Levy - #54 - LB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 2"/ 238 lbs. |
| Birthday | 03/26/1987 |
| Birthplace | Milwaukee, WI |
| College | Wisconsin |
| Years played | 5 |
| Drafted | 2009, 3rd round, 12th pick by Lions |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 81 | 0 | 1 |
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
Levy has returned from a groin injury in Sunday's game at Minnesota.|||||||
Levy, a third-round pick out of Wisconsin in 2009, had 79 tackles in 16 games as a rookie.
Levy will miss the final exhibition game Thursday and perhaps the season-opener with a pulled groin muscle.|||||||
Lions coach Jim Schwartz disclosed the injury Monday. Levy was injured in Saturday's preseason game against Cleveland, his first action since a back injury. Levy will now miss the final preseason game against Buffalo and is a question mark for the Sept. 12 regular-season opener in Chicago.
Levy took part in some drills after missing most of training camp with a sore back.|||||||
Levy's presence will be needed after the Lions lost backup Jordon Dizon for the season with a knee injury. Dizon injured his left knee during Saturday's exhibition loss at Pittsburgh, a game he started in place of Levy.
