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Three Detroit Lions’ rookies that can make an immediate impact
Training Day for the Detroit Lions is quickly approaching. While veterans report to camp on Tuesday, Saturday is the mandatory day for Lions' rookies. With a potential all-star coaching staff in place, there is much excitement in the Motor City surrounding this team, especially their rookies. After all, General Manager Brad Holmes executed very well in his first draft. Landing Penei Sewell at No. 7 was an obvious
Cunningham embracing the city of Detroit
Today, Cade Cunningham spoke to the national media. Cunningham is ranked the number one prospect coming out of the 2021 NBA Draft Class. The team that owns the number one pick in the draft are the Detroit Pistons. Cade talks about the Pistons Cunningham discussed his thoughts on the Pistons as an organization. A reporter asked a question on why the only team he met with was
Coach Casey on the rise of the Pistons
Head coach of the Detroit Pistons Dwane Casey made an appearance on the Morning Woodward Show. Casey discussed with the crew on the upcoming draft, the future of the Pistons, the community, and restoring the franchise. Casey on the Draft The Detroit Pistons currently own the number one pick in the 2021 NBA Draft. Woodward Sports Beat Reporter Kory Woods asked Coach Casey how exciting it is
NFL Covid memo has big impact on the Detroit Lions
The NFL is going to "NFL." And once again, the Detroit Lions could be potential victims of it. The league sent a memo to all clubs on Thursday outlining severe sanctions for teams with COVID-19 outbreaks within clubs. Here are some of the penalties: If a game cannot be rescheduled this season due to a COVID outbreak with unvaccinated players, the club with the outbreak will forfeit the game.
Giannis Antetokounmpo is changing the narrative on super teams
Not scared of the NBA grind Now a champion, 2-time MVP, and DPOY Giannis Antetokounmpo has already conquered plenty of things in the NBA and he's only 26 years old. Many analysts questioned his decision to stay with the Milwaukee Bucks. Returning to the same team that drafted him signing a 5-year deal worth up to 228 million dollars in December of 2020. Regardless of the playoffs
How the NBA Draft will Impact Teams Futures
In the past couple of years, we have seen the landscape of the NBA changing. Like, who would have thought a couple of years ago that the Hawks and Suns would make it so far into the playoffs. Now with new generational talent entering into the league at the end of the month due to the draft. The landscape of the NBA could change even more with
The Bucks are the 2021 NBA Champions
For the first time since 1971, the Milwaukee Bucks are NBA Champions. The Bucks were underdogs going into the series against the Phoenix Suns. But after being down 2-0, the Buck turned it around and won four straight games in a row to win the chip. https://twitter.com/woodwardsports/status/1417691748688703491?s=20 All of the players on the Bucks stepped up and played their roles. Guard Jrue Holiday was one of the critical x-factors
Big blow, Big gains: Cam Akers injury could help the Lions’ 2022 draft
Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers ruptured his Achilles while working out, and reports have surfaced that he'll miss the entire 2021 season. Injuries are a bummer. And it's unfortunate for the Rams that Akers, 22, that his sophomore season will be cut short. Akers displayed his incredible talent last season. As a rookie, he led the Rams in rushing with 625 yards and two touchdowns
NBA Mock Draft: Kings Trade for Simmons
The NBA Draft is officially ten days away. There are still multiple scenarios that could happen on draft night. Here is my latest mock draft with surprising jumps and trades. 1. Detroit Pistons- Cade Cunningham PG/SG - Oklahoma State - 19 Years Old- 6'8" Cade Cunningham is the clear number one pick. The Pistons need a playmaker that will compliment their young core that is being assembled. The
Three reasons D’Andre Swift can have a breakout season
D'Andre Swift is entering his second season with the Detroit Lions, with many expectations. And rightfully so. He showcased flashes of his ability sparingly last season. And those flashes have fans salivating for more. In 13 games, he rushed for 521 yards and eight touchdowns. Swift also caught 46 passes for 357 yards and two touchdowns. Last season, Swift had his most impressive game of the season
Cade Cunningham in Detroit
Detroit Pistons draft prospect Cade Cunningham was at the Detroit Tigers game. The Pistons currently hold the number one pick in the 2021 NBA Draft. The Pistons have not had the number one pick since 1970 when the franchise drafted Bob Lanier. Cunningham is projected to be drafted by the Pistons at number 1. The only team that Cunningham worked out and interviewed with was the Pistons, per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
The Detroit PAL is about more than just sports
There we were, jammed inside a large conference room at The Corner, the Tiger Stadium site kicking around story ideas and projects for the future during the Detroit Police Athletic Leagues (Detroit PAL) Fresh Nation classes. Before the pandemic, my Saturday mornings were a mission of joy. WWJ reporter Stephanie Davis and I gave tips on broadcasting and sports writing to about a dozen Metro Detroit youth.
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