Detroit Lions
Shaun Hill - #14 - QB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 3"/ 220 lbs. |
| Birthday | 01/09/1980 |
| Birthplace | Parsons, KS |
| College | Maryland |
| Years played | 12 |
2012 STATS
| Rating | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 157.9 | 172 | 2 |
NFC North Spin cycle: Are Packers back now?
The Packers' convincing win over the previously undefeated Texans was the NFC North's highlight attraction in Week Six action.
Ravens, Lions in trouble despite big wins
The Ravens and Lions earned big wins but left some big questions unanswered; two key Cowboys slip up; and are the Patriots still clutch?
Lions come from behind to stun Eagles
Jason Hanson kicked a 45-yard field goal in overtime and the Lions overcame a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat the Eagles 26-23 on Sunday.
Hanson knows opposition itching to face Lions' special teams
Lions PK Jason Hanson knows teams will be eager to face Detroit's special teams after some recent breakdowns.
Suh will not be ticketed for traffic incident
Lions DT Ndamukong Suh will not receive a ticket for allegedly sideswiping another vehicle early Thursday morning.
Alex Karras: A football player and actor, too
Alex Karras is best remembered for his acting but as a player he was one of the most dominant interior linemen of the 1950s and ’60s.
Alex Karras, former NFL lineman, actor, dies at 77
Alex Karras, the rugged lineman who anchored the Lions' defense in the 1960s before going on to an acting career died Wednesday.
Lions looking healthier after open date
Louis Delmas and Cliff Avril were on the practice field, looking healthy after a much-needed open date for the Lions.
Former Lions great Karras' condition worsens
Alex Karras' condition has deteriorated and the NFL team he played for is extending its sympathies.
NFC North Spin cycle: Week Five
After winning Sunday, the 4-1 Vikings and Bears hold a two-game advantage over the 2-3 Packers in the NFC North.
Lions' problems much deeper than awful special teams
The way we hear it, Detroit’s dismal special-teams play might be indicative of a deeper problem beneath the surface.
NFC North Spin cycle: Week Four
The surprising Vikings took hold of the NFC North one-fourth of the way through the season with a big win at Detroit.
Two return TDs help lift Vikings past Lions
Percy Harvin returned the opening kickoff 105 yards for a touchdown, helping the Vikings beat the Lions 20-13 Sunday.
Lions' special-teams coverage again an issue to watch
The Lions' special-teams coverage was victimized by some bad luck in a loss at Tennessee, but it was also outexecuted.
PLAYER NEWS
Hill has taken snaps with the first-string offense, making it appear he will start against the Miami Dolphins.|||||||
Hill practiced Wednesday with his injured right finger taped after missing three straight games. Drew Stanton hurt his left shoulder Sunday at Tampa Bay as he led Detroit to a second straight win. Matthew Stafford wasn't on the field during the early parts of practice open to the media. He will likely miss his seventh straight game since aggravating his separated right shoulder. The team hasn't put Stafford on injured reserve, hoping he might be able to return.
Hill has been declared inactive for Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers.|||||||
Hill will miss his second straight game as Drew Stanton will start under center for the Lions.
Hill is back working with Detroit's first team offense. Hill, who broke his left arm against the New York Giants on Oct. 17, worked with the first team Wednesday during the portion of practice open to reporters.|||||||
Either Hill or Drew Stanton figures to start Sunday at Buffalo after Matthew Stafford hurt his right shoulder last weekend against the New York Jets.
Hill threw for 227 yards and matched a career-high with three touchdown passes in Sunday's 44-6 win over St. Louis.|||||||
Hill led the Lions to their first victory of the season, and has filled in admirably for Matthew Stafford as he continues to put up big time fantasy numbers every Sunday.
Hill threw for 331 yards and two touchdowns to Calvin Johnson for the Lions in a 28-26 loss at Green Bay on Sunday.|||||||
Matthew Stafford's backup nearly led the Lions to a major upset. It's unclear how long Stafford will remain out, but Detroit has not been afraid to let Hill throw the ball and he could be an option next week against St. Louis for fantasy owners in need of a fill-in.
