AP source: Lions agree to terms with Tracy Walker, Tim Boyle
A person familiar with the situation says the Detroit Lions have agreed to terms with starting safety Tracy Walker and backup quarterback Tim BoyleMARCH 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
ALEX ANZALONE #34 - LINEBACKER - DETROIT LIONS
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Alex Anzalone explains why he wanted a Detroit Lions return Alex Anzalone explains why he wanted to re-sign with Detroit Lions and where they stand in the rebuild, March 14, 2022.
MARCH 14, 2022 • FREEP.COM
'The momentum is there:' Anzalone thinks things are looking up for Lions Linebacker Alex Anzalone thinks things are looking up for the Detroit Lions in year two with head coach Dan Campbell and general manager Bra...
MARCH 14, 2022 • DETROITLIONS.COM
Re-signs on one-year deal The Lions re-signed Anzalone to a one-year contract worth up to $4 million Monday, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Impact Anzalone suffered a season-ending shoulder injury late December after suiting up for 14 games in 2021, but reports suggest he won't face a long-term recovery. After posting a career-high 78 tackles (49 solo), to go with one sack, seven pass breakups and one interception, Anzalone has earned another shot to prove himself in Detroit's linebacker corps.
MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
THE DAILY DRIVE: Lions lose LB Alex Anzalone for the season with shoulder injury Detroit Lions rookie Amon-Ra St. Brown's emergence is helping re-define the offense (Subscription Required)
DECEMBER 21, 2021 • DETROITLIONS.COM
Goes on injured reserve The Lions placed Anzalone (shoulder) on injured reserve reports.
Impact Anzalone's move to IR comes just hours after Chris Burke of The Athletic reported that the linebacker suffered a season-ending injury in Sunday's win over the Cardinals. Fortunately for Anzalone, he's not expected to face a long-term recovery period, which suggests he'll avoid surgery. The 27-year-old wraps up his first season in Detroit with 78 tackles and an interception over 14 games.
DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
After routing Cardinals, Lions look to keep momentum going
This season has never been easy for Detroit Lions coach Dan CampbellDECEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Detroit Lions' Alex Anzalone, 'our QB on defense,' to season-ending shoulder injury Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell said Monday linebacker Alex Anzalone will miss the rest of the season after injuring his right shoulder on...
DECEMBER 20, 2021 • FREEP.COM
Done for season Anzalone (shoulder) is out for the rest of the season, Chris Burke of The Athletic reports.
Impact Anzalone left the Lions' win over the Cardinals on Sunday early with the injury. The team doesn't believe it is a long-term issue, but severe enough to keep him out the last three weeks of the season. Anzalone will be a free agent if the Lions don't sign him to a new deal before March, and he has had shoulder issues in the past that could impact his market in the offseason, Burke separately reports.
DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Broncos QB Bridgewater in hospital with head injury
Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater was taken to a hospital for a head injury after he was carted off the field in the third quarter of Denver’s 15-10 loss to the Cincinnati Beng...DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cardinals lose chance to clinch, fall 30-12 to lowly Lions
Kyler Murray had a shaky performance and that helped the Detroit Lions stun the Arizona Cardinals 30-12 on SundayDECEMBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Will not return Anzalone (shoulder) will not return Sunday against the Cardinals.
Impact Anzalone left Sunday in the first half with the injury. With Josh Woods (shoulder) also out, the Lions are reaching the bottom of their linebacker positional depth chart. Derrick Barnes and Anthony Pittman will both likely see steady work for the rest of the game.
DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable to return Anzalone (shoulder) is questionable to return Sunday against the Cardinals.
Impact Anzalone entered Sunday questionable with an ankle injury but ultimately suited up. A shoulder injury may now keep him from finishing the game. In his absence, Josh Woods will likely be given an extra workload.
DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Set to face Cardinals Anzalone (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against Arizona.
Impact Anzalone suffered the injury during Sunday's Week 14 loss to the Broncos. However, he closed the week with two limited practices and will return to play a key role in the Lions defense. Across 13 games this season, Anzalone has recorded 78 total tackles, seven passes defended, one interception and one sack.
DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Sunday Anzalone (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals
Impact Anzalone suffered the ankle injury during last week's loss to other Broncos, and his availability for Sunday's contest is up in the air. Josh Woods filled in at inside linebacker for him and could receive the start against Arizona if Anzalone is out.
DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
NFC-West leading Cardinals aim for 8-0 road mark at Detroit
The NFC-West leading Arizona Cardinals are a win away from earning a spot in the playoffs for the first time in six yearsDECEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
NFL Week 15 injury report: Analysis of Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen, Trey Hendrickson, more
Dr. Matt Provencher analyzes injuries to Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen, Trey Hendrickson and more ahead of Week 15.DECEMBER 15, 2021
Lions lose even more key players in blowout loss to Denver
The Detroit Lions knew they didn’t have much of a chance against the Denver BroncosDECEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Day-to-day with ankle injury Coach Dan Campbell said Monday that Anzalone (ankle) is day-to-day.
Impact Anzalone recorded one tackle before leaving Sunday's loss to the Broncos in the first quarter. Josh Woods stepped up in Anzalone's absence, and he would likely draw the start at inside linebacker in Week 15 if Anzalone is unable to play.
DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ravens' Jackson in protective boot after spraining ankle
Baltimore Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson left the stadium in a protective boot after spraining his right ankle in a 24-22 road loss to the Browns, a concerning sight for a b...DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Broncos honor Demaryius Thomas with 38-10 rout of the Lions
The Denver Broncos honored the late Demaryius Thomas with a 38-10 win over Detroit and tributes including a video montage and a moment of silenceDECEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Will not return Anzalone (ankle) will not return Sunday against the Broncos, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.
Impact Anzalone exited in the first quarter and was taken to the locker room. With Anzalone out, Josh Woods should see the bulk of the extra opportunity for the remainder of the game.
DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers ankle injury Sunday Anzalone (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against the Broncos, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Impact Anzalone recorded one tackle before leaving the Week 14 contest in the first quarter. He was taken to the locker room, but his status remains questionable. If he is unable to return, then Josh Woods is expected to take over at inside linebacker for the remainder of the contest.
DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Lions reeling after chaotic finish leaves them at 0-10-1
The Detroit Lions for all the mistakes they had made Thursday against the Chicago Bears still had one chance to pick up their first win of the seasonNOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Nine stops Sunday Anzalone registered nine tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 16-16 tie with the Steelers.
Impact Anzalone continues to be a very consistent producer for the Lions this season, recording at least four tackles in every game and seven-plus tackles five times. The 2017 third-round pick will likely remain a high-floor option in deeper IDP leagues, but his production is limited due to his lack of sacks and forced turnovers.
NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
