While Calvin Johnson has yet to confirm he plans on retiring from the NFL, the Detroit Lions are preparing to replace him with players like Jermaine Kearse and Marvin Jones in free agency this offseason.
Read full storyThe Detroit Lions plan on convicing Calvin Johnson to return to the NFL instead of retiring. If the receiver does depart, they could target Alshon Jeffery or a trade of DeSean Jackson to replace his production on the field.
Read full storyThe Detroit Lions are preparing to replace their franchise-leading receiver as Calvin Johnson has reportedly opted to retire. Could Alshon Jeffery be a potential target or will Laquon Treadwell or Will Fuller could be draft targets.
Read full storyCalvin Johnson could be aiming to return to the Detroit Lions if the team gives him more time off in the coming season. As a result, the Lions are looking at draft options along with free agency prospects to replace or backup the receiver.
Read full storyAs the Detroit Lions await a decision on Calvin Johnson, the team is looking at players to take his place should he retire or get released. Laquon Treadwell and Josh Doctson are options in the draft while Jermaine Kearse or Travis Benjamin are available in free agency.
Read full storyThe Detroit Lions might not have to release Calvin Johnson as the receiver hints that retirement might be the favored option moving forward. Could the team try and draft Laquon Treadwell as a result to replace him?
Read full storyCalvin Johnson is hopeful that he returns to the Detroit Lions in 2016, but he understands his contract might not be the most ideal thing to keep on the pay roll. With Golden Tate taking over for the future, could the receiver play elsewhere in 2016?
Read full storyThe Detroit Lions will be rebuilding in 2016 and Calvin Johnson is not certain he will be a part of it as the receiver understands he is at risk of getting released.
Read full storyThe Detroit Lions are getting improved play out of Matthew Stafford which might end trade talk of the quarterback despite his contract. Does that mean Calvin Johnson might be the player to go during rebuilding?
Read full storyThe Detroit Lions are entering Week 15 banged up as Calvin Johnson and Eric Ebron are dealing with injuries and illnesses. That should help players like Golden Tate and Theo Riddick as Ameer Abdullah will be a starting running back for the team.
Read full storyThe Detroit Lions will have key roster decisions to make in the coming weeks as Calvin Johnson is making it clear that he wants to return in 2016 while trade rumors circle around the wide receiver's name.
Read full storyThe Detroit Lions might be forced to decide between Calvin Johnson and Matthew Stafford in the future thanks to their high-priced contracts. Could convincing Johnson to take a pay cut solve some issues?
Read full storyThe Detroit Lions are expecting to have Calvin Johnson on the field as the receiver deals with an ankle injury heading into the matchup against the Green Bay Packers while both Ameer Abdullah and Theo Riddick could make big impacts in this game.
Read full storyCalvin Johnson missed practice for injuries. While the wide receiver is expected to be active against the Green Bay Packers, his impact is another question as Theo Riddick and Golden Tate would play big roles in Week 13.
Read full storyThe Detroit Lions benefitted from a season high day from Ameer Abdullah. According to head coach Jim Caldwell, those numbers will continue to rise as the running back along with Theo Riddick will continue to get more playing time.
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