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Detroit Lions (2-14-0)
NFC North team needs
The Lions need an explosive running back, and Kevin Smith, who was never that guy, is coming back from a torn ACL. PFW continues its examination of the needs of each NFL team, this time looking at the NFC North.
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PLAYER NEWS
Foote, Larry (LB)
The Arizona Cardinals have welcomed free agent linebacker Foote for a visit.
Foote, an inside linebacker, led Detroit in tackles last season despite missing two games. He started every game for Pittsburgh from 2004 to 2008.
Foote, an inside linebacker, led Detroit in tackles last season despite missing two games. He started every game for Pittsburgh from 2004 to 2008.
Ciurciu, Vinny (LB)
Detroit re-signed linebacker Vinny Ciurciu to a one-year contract Thursday.
Ciurciu helped out on special teams in nine games last season for the Lions.
Ciurciu helped out on special teams in nine games last season for the Lions.
Jansen, Jon (T)
Detroit re-signed offensive tackle Jon Jansen to a one-year contract Thursday.
Jansen started twice and played in 11 games last season for the Lions.
Jansen started twice and played in 11 games last season for the Lions.
Wade, Jonathan (CB)
The Detroit Lions have signed free agent cornerback Jonathan Wade to a one-year contract. Terms were not disclosed Wednesday.
St. Louis selected Wade in the third round of the 2007 draft. In 47 games through three seasons with the Rams, including six starts, he has 67 tackles and two interceptions. The Lions within the past week have signed two veteran free agents in defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch and wide receiver Nate Burleson. They've also acquired defensive Corey Williams and cornerback Chris Houston in trades with Cleveland and Atlanta, respectively.
St. Louis selected Wade in the third round of the 2007 draft. In 47 games through three seasons with the Rams, including six starts, he has 67 tackles and two interceptions. The Lions within the past week have signed two veteran free agents in defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch and wide receiver Nate Burleson. They've also acquired defensive Corey Williams and cornerback Chris Houston in trades with Cleveland and Atlanta, respectively.
Houston, Chris (CB)
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.
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.
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STANDINGS
SCHEDULE
| Wk | Opp | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | @ Cincinnati | 12/06/09 @ 1 p.m. | L 13-23 |
| 14 | @ Baltimore | 12/13/09 @ 1 p.m. | L 3-48 |
| 15 | Arizona | 12/20/09 @ 1 p.m. | L 24-31 |
| 16 | @ San Francisco | 12/27/09 @ 4:05 p.m. | L 6-20 |
| 17 | Chicago | 1/03/10 @ 1 p.m. | L 23-37 |
TEAM LEADERS
| Passing | Stafford, Matthew |
| Rushing | Smith, Kevin |
| Receiving | Johnson, Calvin |
| Defense | Foote, Larry |
PRACTICE REPORTS
| Day | Player | Pos | Info | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri | Buchanon, Phillip | CB | shoulder | Limited Participation in Practice |
| Fri | Witherspoon, Brian | CB | ankle | Full Participation in Practice |
| Fri | Cohen, Joe | DT | knee | Limited Participation in Practice |
| Fri | Delmas, Louis | S | knee | Limited Participation in Practice |
| Fri | Dizon, Jordon | LB | neck | Full Participation in Practice |
INJURIES
| Player | Date | Info | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson, Grady | 1/03/10 | knee | Probable |
| Delmas, Louis | 1/03/10 | knee | questionable |
| Cohen, Joe | 1/03/10 | knee | Probable |
| Buchanon, Phillip | 1/03/10 | shoulder | questionable |
| Stanton, Drew | 1/03/10 | ankle | Probable |
| Foote, Larry | 1/03/10 | foot | out |
| Dizon, Jordon | 1/03/10 | neck | Probable |
| White, Dewayne | 1/03/10 | toe | Probable |
| Ciurciu, Vinny | 12/27/09 | ankle | questionable |
| Northcutt, Dennis | 12/27/09 | groin | questionable |
TRANSACTIONS
| Player | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Houston, Chris | 3/08/10 | From Falcons to Lions traded - For 5th-round draft pick in 2010 |
| White, Dewayne | 3/08/10 | cut |
| Wade, Jonathan | 3/08/10 | From Rams to Lions signed/unrestricted free agent |
| Clark, Brian | 3/08/10 | From Buccaneers to Lions signed/unrestricted free agent |
| Jackson, Grady | 3/05/10 | cut |
| Bryan, Copeland | 3/05/10 | declared free agent |
| Williams, Corey | 3/05/10 | From Browns to Lions traded - For 5th-round draft pick in 2010 |
| Henry, Anthony | 3/05/10 | declared free agent |
| Manuel, Marquand | 3/05/10 | declared free agent |
| Ramsey, Patrick | 3/05/10 | declared free agent |
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