http://www.newsvine.com/calvin-johnsonNewsvine - calvin-johnsonen-usCopyright 2013Thu, 27 Dec 2012 23:01:49 +0000Mon, 20 May 2013 21:21:15 +0000http://www.newsvine.comhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/12/27/16196229-lions-wr-johnson-close-to-2000-yards-receivinghttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/12/27/16196229-lions-wr-johnson-close-to-2000-yards-receivingnfllionssportsjohnsonfinalejerry-ricecalvin-johnsonThu, 27 Dec 2012 23:00:41 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) breaks away from Atlanta Falcons defensive back Dominique Franks (29) during the third quarter of an NFL football game at Ford Field in Detroit, Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) makes a reception during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Ford Field in Detroit, Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson waits on the sidelines during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Atlanta Falcons at Ford Field in Detroit, Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson and his father, Calvin Sr., walk off the field after the Lions' NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Ford Field in Detroit, Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. Johnson broke Jerry Rice's single-season record for receiving yards. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/12/23/16098569-lions-wr-johnson-living-up-to-132-million-dealhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/12/23/16098569-lions-wr-johnson-living-up-to-132-million-dealnfllionssportsjohnsondetroit-lionscalvin-johnsonSun, 23 Dec 2012 06:04:54 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford throws during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Ford Field in Detroit, Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) breaks away from Atlanta Falcons defensive back Dominique Franks (29) during the third quarter of an NFL football game at Ford Field in Detroit, Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) is congratulated by quarterback Matthew Stafford in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, after breaking Jerry Rice's single-season record for receiving yards, in Detroit on Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) makes a reception during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Ford Field in Detroit, Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) hugs his father in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, after breaking Jerry Rice's single-season record for receiving yards, in Detroit on Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) is congratulated after an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Ford Field in Detroit, Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. Johnson set the NFL record for single-season receiving yards. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson and his father, Calvin Sr., walk off the field after the Lions' NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Ford Field in Detroit, Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. Johnson broke Jerry Rice's single-season record for receiving yards. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) breaks away from Atlanta Falcons cornerback Robert McClain (27) in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at Ford Field in Detroit, Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson hugs Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) after an NFL football game at Ford Field in Detroit, Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. Johnson broke the single-season record for receiving yards. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) catches a 26-yard pass during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Ford Field in Detroit, Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. Johnson broke Jerry Rice's NFL single-season yards receiving mark of 1,848. Johnson also became the only player with 100 yards receiving in eight straight games and the first with 10 receptions in four games in a row in league history. He had 11 receptions for 225 yards, giving him 1,892 this season. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p><p>Detroit Lions head coach Jim Schwartz, left, argues with head linesman Ed Camp during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday Dec. 16, 2012, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin) </p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) is congratulated by quarterback Matthew Stafford in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons after breaking Jerry Rice's record for single-season receiving yards, in Detroit on Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/11/04/14923261-lions-rout-jaguars-31-14-behind-leshoures-3-tdshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/11/04/14923261-lions-rout-jaguars-31-14-behind-leshoures-3-tdsnfllionssportsjaguarsdetroit-lionsjacksonville-jaguarscalvin-johnsonmikel-leshoureSun, 4 Nov 2012 20:57:20 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Detroit Lions running back Mikel Leshoure (25) runs past Jacksonville Jaguars middle linebacker Paul Posluszny (51) on an 8-yard touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen Morton)</p><p>Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blaine Gabbert (11) is sacked by Detroit Lions defensive end Lawrence Jackson, right, during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)</p><p>Detroit Lions running back Mikel Leshoure (25) gets a pat on the helmet from tight end Will Heller (89) after scoring a touchdown against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)</p><p>Detroit Lions running back Mikel Leshoure (25) scores a touchdwon on a 1-yard run during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, in Jacksonville, Fla. Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Julian Stanford (57) is at rear. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)</p><p>Detroit Lions running back Mikel Leshoure, right, is congratulated by quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) after he ran for a 7-yard touchdown against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)</p><p>Detroit Lions running back Mikel Leshoure celebrates a touchdown against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)</p><p>Jacksonville Jaguars' Aaron Ross (31) is tackled by Detroit Lions linebacker Ashlee Palmer (58) after a short gain during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)</p><p>Detroit Lions running back Mikel Leshoure (25) scores a touchdwon on a 7-yard run through the Jacksonville Jaguars defense during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)</p><p>Detroit Lions running back Mikel Leshoure (25) runs for yardage after a handoff from quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/23/14632819-lions-cant-get-going-in-13-7-loss-to-bearshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/23/14632819-lions-cant-get-going-in-13-7-loss-to-bearsnfllionssportsmatthew-staffordcalvin-johnsonTue, 23 Oct 2012 05:50:04 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) walks off the field after their 13-7 loss to the Chicago Bears in an NFL football game in Chicago, Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>Detroit Lions head coach Jim Schwartz talks with line judge Ron Phares in the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago, Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)</p><p>Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher (54) holds the ball after recovering a Detroit Lions fumble near the goal line in the second half of an NFL football game in Chicago, Monday, Oct. 22, 2012. (AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/30/13578088-lions-beat-bills-38-32-in-final-preseason-gamehttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/30/13578088-lions-beat-bills-38-32-in-final-preseason-gamenflbillslionssportsdetroit-lionsbuffalo-billsmatthew-staffordcalvin-johnsonmikel-leshoureFri, 31 Aug 2012 02:29:55 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) passes the ball as guard Rob Sims (67) blocks Buffalo Bills defensive end Chris Kelsay (90) during the first quarter of an NFL preseason football game in Detroit, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) makes a touchdown reception as Buffalo Bills strong safety George Wilson (37) and cornerback Aaron Williams (23) defend during the first quarter of an NFL preseason football game in Detroit, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) is picked up by tackle Gosder Cherilus after Johnson scores a touchdown during the first quarter of an NFL preseason football game against the Buffalo Bills in Detroit, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)</p><p>Detroit Lions cornerback Jonte Green (36) intercepts a pass from Buffalo Bills quarterback Tyler Thigpen (4) and returns it 23 yards for a touchdown in the first quarter of an NFL preseason football game, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p><p>Detroit Lions cornerback Jonte Green (36) scores on a 23-yard return after intercepting a pass from Buffalo Bills quarterback Tyler Thigpen in the first quarter of an NFL preseason football game, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p><p>Detroit Lions quarterback Shaun Hill (14) spikes the ball after scoring on a 1-yard run in the first quarter of an NFL preseason football game against the Buffalo Bills as Detroit's Austin Wells (45) looks on Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p><p>Detroit Lions running back Mikel Leshoure, left, is tackled by Buffalo Bills defensive end Chris Kelsay (90) during the first quarter of an NFL preseason football game in Detroit, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)</p><p>Buffalo Bills quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws against the Detroit Lions in the first quarter of their NFL preseason football game in Detroit, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Buffalo Bills running back C.J. Spiller (28) escapes from Detroit Lions defensive tackle Nick Fairley (98) in the first quarter of their NFL preseason football game in Detroit, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p><p>Buffalo Bills wide receiver Brad Smith, left, fumbles a kickoff return as Detroit Lions' Ashlee Palmer looks on in the first quarter of their NFL preseason football game in Detroit, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012. Detroit recovered the fumble. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson) </p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson celebrates his 24-yard touchdown reception with tight end Tony Scheffler (85) against the Buffalo Bills in the first quarter of their NFL preseason football game in Detroit, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) catches a 24-yard touchdown pass as Buffalo Bills strong safety George Wilson (37) defends in the first quarter of their NFL preseason football game in Detroit, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p><p>Buffalo Bills wide receiver Steve Johnson (13) catches a 4-yard touchdown pass in the endzone as Detroit Lions cornerback Jonte Green (36) watches in the first quarter of their NFL preseason football game in Detroit, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Buffalo Bills wide receiver Steve Johnson (13) celebrates his 4-yard touchdown reception with running back C.J. Spiller (28) against the Detroit Lions in the first quarter of their NFL preseason football game in Detroit, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya) </p><p>Buffalo Bills' Brad Smith (16) returns the opening kickoff against the Detroit Lions in the first quarter of their NFL preseason football game in Detroit, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p> http://cornhusker4palin.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/26/13492352-the-richest-bracket-gets-larger-and-thats-great-fox-businesshttp://cornhusker4palin.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/26/13492352-the-richest-bracket-gets-larger-and-thats-great-fox-businesspoliticscalvin-johnsonincome-inequalitycharles-paynejoe-wall-street-strategiesSun, 26 Aug 2012 23:42:53 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/bookmark http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/17/13343655-stafford-leads-lions-to-27-12-win-over-ravenshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/17/13343655-stafford-leads-lions-to-27-12-win-over-ravensnfllionssportsravensdetroit-lionsbaltimore-ravensmatthew-staffordcalvin-johnsonSat, 18 Aug 2012 03:37:59 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) passes the ball during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against Baltimore Ravens in Baltimore, Friday, Aug. 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco looks to pass during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Detroit Lions in Baltimore, Friday, Aug. 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) celebrates his touchdown with tight end Brandon Pettigrew (87) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against Baltimore Ravens in Baltimore, Friday, Aug. 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson, right, scores a touchdown as Baltimore Ravens defensive back Jimmy Smith (22) runs past during the first half of an NFL preseason football game in Baltimore, Friday, Aug. 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Baltimore Ravens defensive back Sean Considine (37) and defensive back Cary Williams (29) stop Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game in Baltimore, Friday, Aug. 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)</p><p>Detroit Lions defensive back Chris Houston (23) breaks up a pass intended for Baltimore Ravens wide receiver LaQuan Williams (15) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game in Baltimore, Friday, Aug. 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)</p><p>Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice (27) is stopped by Detroit Lions linebacker DeAndre Levy (54) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game in Baltimore, Friday, Aug. 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)</p> http://tyler.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/17/12795301-everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-calvin-johnson-and-k-recordshttp://tyler.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/17/12795301-everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-calvin-johnson-and-k-recordsentertainmentcalvin-johnsonk-recordsTue, 17 Jul 2012 21:21:56 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/bookmark http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/03/14/10686702-lions-sign-wr-calvin-johnson-to-8yr-132m-dealhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/03/14/10686702-lions-sign-wr-calvin-johnson-to-8yr-132m-dealnfllionssportsjohnsondetroit-lionscalvin-johnsonWed, 14 Mar 2012 17:09:31 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>FILE - In this Dec. 18, 2011 file photo, Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) celebrates with running back Kevin Smith (30) after the Lions beat the Oakland Raiders 28-27 in an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif. The Lions have signed Johnson to a new eight-year contract worth up to $132 million, making him the highest paid receiver in the NFL. The team announced the signing Wednesday, March 14, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Jan. 7, 2012 file photo, Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson celebrates after scoring during the first half of an NFL wild card playoff football game against the New Orleans Saints, The Lions have signed Johnson to a new eight-year contract worth up to $132 million, making him the highest paid receiver in the NFL. The team announced the signing Wednesday, March 14, 2012. (AP Photo/Bill Haber, File)</p><p>FILe - In this Dec. 24, 2011 file photo, Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) catches the ball as San Diego Chargers cornerback Antoine Cason (20) defends in the first quarter of an NFL football game in Detroit. The Lions have signed Johnson to a new eight-year contract worth up to $132 million, making him the highest paid receiver in the NFL. The team announced the signing Wednesday, March 14, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski, File)</p><p>FILE - This 2011 file photo showing Detroit Lions NFL player Calvin Johnson. The Lions have signed Johnson to a new eight-year contract worth up to $132 million, making him the highest paid receiver in the NFL. The team announced the signing Wednesday, March 14, 2012. (AP Photo/File)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/03/14/10686326-pft-lions-give-johnson-biggest-contract-in-nfl-historyhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/03/14/10686326-pft-lions-give-johnson-biggest-contract-in-nfl-historyborderimgcalvin-johnsononly-on-msnbc-comalignleftseven-yearclearallstylemarginWed, 14 Mar 2012 15:17:20 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>PFT: Calvin Johnson is getting paid. The Lions are giving him a seven-year, $132 million extension, with $60 million guaranteed.</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/03/12/10657150-bills-land-mario-williamshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/03/12/10657150-bills-land-mario-williamsnflnew-orleanssportsfreeagencytampa-bay-buccaneersbuffalo-billsfree-agencymario-williamsbrandon-marshallmarques-colstoncalvin-johnsoncarl-nickstwo-all-proMon, 12 Mar 2012 21:17:46 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>NFL quarterback Peyton Manning leaves the Arizona Cardinals training facility after a five hour meeting with coaches and front office staff Sunday, March 11, 2012, in Tempe, Ariz.(AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)</p><p>FILE - This Aug. 26, 2011 file photo shows New Orleans Saints NFL player Marques Colston. The agent for Saints wide receiver Marques Colston says his client has agreed to new free agent contract with New Orleans. Joel Segal said Tuesday, March 13, 2012, Colston's new deal is for five years but did disclose the financial terms of the contract. (AP Photo/File)</p><p>FILE - In this Oct. 16, 2011 file photo, Chicago Bears running back Matt Forte (22) picks up yardage past Minnesota Vikings defensive back Asher Allen (21) after a pass reception in the second half of an NFL football game, in Chicago. Free agency begins at 4 p.m. sharp. By the time the frenzy ends many teams will have reshaped their rosters. Peyton Manning, of course, is out there. But also on the market are such game-changers as Ray Rice, Wes Welker, Matt Forte and DeSean Jackson. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Sept. 25, 2011 file photo, New England Patriots' Wes Welker (83) runs against the Buffalo Bills during the second half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y. Free agency begins at 4 p.m. sharp. By the time the frenzy ends many teams will have reshaped their rosters. Peyton Manning, of course, is out there. But also on the market are such game-changers as Ray Rice, Wes Welker, Matt Forte and DeSean Jackson. (AP Photo/David Duprey, File)</p><p>Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (10) runs during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, in Miami. Free agency begins at 4 p.m. sharp. By the time the frenzy ends many teams will have reshaped their rosters. Peyton Manning, of course, is out there. But also on the market are such game-changers as Ray Rice, Wes Welker, Matt Forte and DeSean Jackson. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Dec. 4, 2011 file photo, Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice (27) salutes the Ravens fans as he leaves the field after defeating the Cleveland Browns 24-10 in an NFL football game in Cleveland. Free agency begins at 4 p.m. sharp. By the time the frenzy ends many teams will have reshaped their rosters. Peyton Manning, of course, is out there. But also on the market are such game-changers as Ray Rice, Wes Welker, Matt Forte and DeSean Jackson. (AP Photo/Amy Sancetta, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Jan. 1, 2012 file photo, New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marques Colston (12) pulls in a touchdown pass during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in New Orleans. The agent for Saints wide receiver Marques Colston says his client has agreed to new free agent contract with New Orleans. Joel Segal said Tuesday, March 13, 2012, Colston's new deal is for five years but did disclose the financial terms of the contract. (AP Photo/Bill Haber, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Dec. 11, 2011, file photo, Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Pierre Garcon points in the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Baltimore. Garcon says he will be signing with the Washington Redskins. The receiver announced the news on his Facebook page on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, less than one hour after the start of the NFL free agency signing period. (AP Photo/Gail Burton, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Jan. 8, 2011 file photo, New Orleans Saints' Carl Nicks (77) walks off the field after an NFL NFC wild card playoff football game loss to the Seattle Seahawks, in Seattle. Nicks has become the first 2011 All-Pro to change teams in free agency, leaving New Orleans on Wednesday, March 14, 2012, for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Dec. 18, 2011 file photo, Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) celebrates with running back Kevin Smith (30) after the Lions beat the Oakland Raiders 28-27 in an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif. The Lions have signed Johnson to a new eight-year contract worth up to $132 million, making him the highest paid receiver in the NFL. The team announced the signing Wednesday, March 14, 2012. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Jan. 7, 2012 file photo, Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson celebrates after scoring during the first half of an NFL wild card playoff football game against the New Orleans Saints, The Lions have signed Johnson to a new eight-year contract worth up to $132 million, making him the highest paid receiver in the NFL. The team announced the signing Wednesday, March 14, 2012. (AP Photo/Bill Haber, File)</p><p>FILE - This Aug. 27, 2011 file photo shows Houston Texans linebacker Mario Williams (90) before a preseason NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in San Francisco. A person familiar with the negotiations says free-agent defensive end Mario Williams is getting closer to signing with the Buffalo Bills. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Sept. 18, 2011 file photo, Houston Texans' Mario Williams (90) reacts in the fourth quarter during an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins in Miami. Free agent pass rusher Williams has agreed to a six-year deal with the Buffalo Bills worth up to $100 million, with $50 million guaranteed, his agent, Ben Droga, says. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Oct. 3, 2010, file photo, Baltimore Ravens offensive guard Ben Grubbs (66) lines up during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh. Grubbs agreed to terms on a five-year, $36 million free agent contract with the New Orleans Saints on Thursday, March 15, 2012. (AP Photo/Gene Puskar, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Nov. 14, 2010, file photo, New York Jets safety Brodney Pool catches a pass before the Jets play the Cleveland Browns in an NFL football game in Cleveland. Free agent safety Brodney Pool was added in a one-year deal with the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday, March 15, 2012. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Dec. 4, 2011, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Brandon Carr (39) intercepts a pass from Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Hanie intended for wide receiver Johnny Knox in the second half of an NFL football game in Chicago. The Dallas Cowboys reached a five-year deal with cornerback Brandon Carr on Wednesday, March 14, 2012, and also signed quarterback Kyle Orton, fullback Lawrence Vickers and offensive lineman Mackenzy Bernadeau to multiyear contracts. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Nov. 27, 2011, file photo, Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Frostee Rucker (92) talks with defensive end Michael Johnson (93)and linebacker Manny Lawson (99) in the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Cincinnati. The Cleveland Browns have officially signed free agent defensive end Frostee Rucker, swiping him from the rival Cincinnati Bengals. Rucker agreed to terms on a five-year, $21 million contract Wednesday and signed his deal Thursday, March 15, 2012, after passing a physical. (AP Photo/David Kohl, File)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/01/06/10010120-all-pros-brilliant-newcomers-and-seasoned-starshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/01/06/10010120-all-pros-brilliant-newcomers-and-seasoned-starsnflsportsteamproassociated-pressall-pro-teamjared-allencalvin-johnsonnfl-all-pro-teamFri, 6 Jan 2012 18:16:12 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>FILE - In this Jan. 1, 2012, file photo, Detroit Lions' Calvin Johnson runs upfield during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay, Wis. Johnson and Minnesota Vikings defensive end Jared Allen are the leading vote getters for The Associated Press 2011 NFL All-Pro Team announced Friday, Jan. 6, 2012, each falling one vote short of being unanimous choices. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Jan. 1, 2012, file photo, Minnesota Vikings defensive end Jared Allen celebrates after sacking Chicago Bears quarterback Josh McCown setting the team's single-season sack record of 21.5, during the second half of an NFL football game in Minneapolis. Allen and Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson are the leading vote getters for The Associated Press 2011 NFL All-Pro Team announced Friday, Jan. 6, 2012, each falling one vote short of being unanimous choices. (AP Photo/Andy King, File)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/12/18/9542481-lions-rally-to-stun-raiders-28-27http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/12/18/9542481-lions-rally-to-stun-raiders-28-27nfllionssportsraidersdetroit-lionsoakland-raidersdetroit-lions'matthew-staffordcalvin-johnsonndamukong-suhMon, 19 Dec 2011 00:30:15 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) stiff-arms Oakland Raiders cornerback DeMarcus Van Dyke (23) as defensive back Matt Giordano (27) approaches during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p><p>Oakland Raiders wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Beyscores on a 43-yard reception during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011. (AP Photo/Paul Sakuma)</p><p>Detroit Lions defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh (90) talks to teammates on the sidelines before an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)</p> http://pistonfan1.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/03/8122789-nfl-forgets-to-remind-detroit-lions-to-suck-for-2011-2012-season-hahajkhttp://pistonfan1.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/03/8122789-nfl-forgets-to-remind-detroit-lions-to-suck-for-2011-2012-season-hahajknflsportsvideodallas-cowboysdetroit-lionssports-newstony-romomatthew-staffordcalvin-johnsoncalvin-johnson-touchdownlions-cowboyslions-vs-cowboysnlf-resultsMon, 3 Oct 2011 16:42:02 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/bookmark http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/03/8110295-sundays-nfl-gameshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/03/8110295-sundays-nfl-gamesnflsportsrdpcapsulesdallas-cowboysdetroit-lionsoakland-raidersal-davishouston-texansmatthew-staffordcalvin-johnsonjason-campbellMon, 3 Oct 2011 04:04:56 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Devin Aromashodu (19) catches a touchdown pass while covered by Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Brandon Carr (39) during the first half of an NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Percy Harvin (12) is tackled by Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Brandon Carr and outside linebacker Tamba Hali during the first half of an NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)</p><p>Houston Texans' Jason Allen (30) and Troy Nolan (33) celebrate after breaking up a pass play in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers pm Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Houston. (AP Photo/Dave Einsel)</p><p>The football bounces off the helmet of Houston Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing (56) and eventually into the arms of Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Heath Miller (83) for a complete pass in the second quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin, right, talks to strong safety Troy Polamalu in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) celebrates a touchdown against the Chicago Bears in the first half of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)</p><p>St. Louis Rams quarterback Sam Bradford, center, is sacked for a 2-yard loss by Washington Redskins defenders Brian Orakpo, left, and Stephen Bowen during the second quarter of the NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson celebrates a 23-yard touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Cleveland Browns running back Montario Hardesty (31) leaps over Tennessee Titans safety Jordan Babineaux on a run in the first quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan)</p><p>Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick (7) passes the ball as his legs are wrapped by San Francisco 49ers linebacker Aldon Smith (99) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011 in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)</p><p>Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant is taken out of bounds by Detroit Lions free safety Louis Delmas during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten makes a reception as Detroit Lions free safety Louis Delmas, left, and defensive back John Wendling defend during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson makes a 2-yard touchdown reception as Dallas Cowboys cornerback Terence Newman defends during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. Cowboys won 34-30. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Seattle Seahawks' Marshawn Lynch launches himself in to a flip into the end zone on a touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons in the second half of a NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Seattle. The Falcons won 30-28. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)</p><p>New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez (6) is sacked by Baltimore Ravens defensive end Haloti Ngata during the first half of an NFL football game in Baltimore, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Chicago Bears defensive end Julius Peppers (90) reaches in to block a field goal attempt by Carolina Panthers' Olindo Mare (10) in the second half of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011. The holder is Jason Baker (7). (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)</p><p>San Francisco 49ers cornerback Carlos Rogers (22) intercepts a pass intended for Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (10) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011 in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Houston Texans tight end Owen Daniels celebrates a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Houston. (AP Photo/Dave Einsel)</p><p>Houston Texans running back Ben Tate (44) tries to retain control of the ball under pressure from Pittsburgh Steelers free safety Ryan Clark (25) in the first quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Houston. (AP Photo/Dave Einsel)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/02/8090215-lions-mount-huge-rally-top-cowboys-to-jump-to-4-0http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/02/8090215-lions-mount-huge-rally-top-cowboys-to-jump-to-4-0nfllionssportscowboysdallas-cowboysdetroit-lionsmatthew-staffordcalvin-johnsonSun, 2 Oct 2011 04:01:17 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford throws a pass over Minnesota Vikings defensive end Brian Robison, right, during the second half an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson catches a pass over Minnesota Vikings cornerback Cedric Griffin (23) during overtime of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011, in Minneapolis. The Lions won 26-23. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)</p><p>Detroit Lions coach Jim Schwartz watches during the second half an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)</p><p>Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo lays on the turf after being knocked down by the Washington Redskins during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Sept. 26, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Dallas Cowboys coach Jason Garrett questions a call during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins on Monday, Sept. 26, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson celebrates a 23-yard touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson and quarterback Matthew Stafford celebrate a 23-yard touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Detroit Lions linebacker Bobby Carpenter tries to take down Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Detroit Lions cornerback Chris Houston takes an interception from Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo for a 56-yard touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Detroit Lions linebacker Bobby Carpenter intercepts a pass by Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo and takes it 35 yards for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. At left is Lions' Louis Delmas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant celebrates his 6-yard touchdown reception against the Detroit Lions during the second quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford passes in the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant is taken out of bounds by Detroit Lions free safety Louis Delmas during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten makes a reception as Detroit Lions free safety Louis Delmas, left, and defensive back John Wendling defend during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson makes a 2-yard touchdown reception as Dallas Cowboys cornerback Terence Newman defends during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. Cowboys won 34-30. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo passes the ball against the Detroit Lions during the first quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Dallas Cowboys guard Kyle Kosier celebrates a first-quarter, 25-yard touchdown pass byTony Romo, right, against the Detroit Lions in an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo throws a 6-yard touchdown pass to Dez Bryant during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions in an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Dallas Cowboys strong safety Abram Elam, left, and linebacker Keith Brooking (51) combine to bring down Detroit Lions tight end Brandon Pettigrew (87) following a reception in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson makes a 2-yard touchdown reception as Dallas Cowboys cornerback Terence Newman defends during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. The Cowboys won 34-30. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Detroit Lions defensive end Willie Young, right, brings down Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) in the final minutes of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. The Lions won 34-30. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is sacked by Detroit Lions defensive end Willie Young during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. The Lions won 34-30. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/09/18/7827093-lions-earn-record-breaking-48-3-win-over-chiefshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/09/18/7827093-lions-earn-record-breaking-48-3-win-over-chiefsnfllionssportschiefskansas-city-chiefsdetroit-lionsmatthew-staffordcalvin-johnsonSun, 18 Sep 2011 20:08:03 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Kansas City Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles (25) grabs his leg after being injured on a play in the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2011. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)</p><p>Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Detroit, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2011. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)</p><p>Detroit Lions tight end Tony Scheffler (85) celebrates his second-quarter touchdown in an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2011, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)</p><p>Kansas City Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles (25) is carted off the field after being injured in the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2011. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) catches a 15-yard touchdown reception as Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Jon McGraw (47) defends in the first quarter of an NFL football game in Detroit, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2011. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) celebrates catching a 15-yard touchdown reception against the Kansas City Chiefs in the first quarter of an NFL football game in Detroit, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2011. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/12/19/5679215-lions-win-23-20-in-ot-end-long-road-losing-streakhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/12/19/5679215-lions-win-23-20-in-ot-end-long-road-losing-streaknfllionssportsbuccaneersdetroit-lionstampa-bay-buccaneersdave-raynercalvin-johnsonSun, 19 Dec 2010 21:24:50 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Detroit Lions place kicker Dave Rayner (3) celebrates with holder Nick Harris (2) after kicking the game-winning field goal in overtime to defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 during an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) makes a first-down catch in overtime against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010, in Tampa, Fla. The Lions defeated the Buccaneers 23-20. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)</p><p>Detroit Lions placekicker Dave Rayner (3) celebrates with holder Nick Harris (2) after kicking the game-winning field goal in overtime to defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 during an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)</p><p>Detroit Lions placekicker Dave Rayner (3) kicks the game-winning 34-yard field goal in overtime to defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 during an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)</p><p>Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Josh Freeman (5) throws as Detroit Lions defensive end Cliff Avril (92) and defensive tackle Corey Williams (99) pursue during the first quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)</p><p>Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back LeGarrette Blount, right, celebrates with the fans after his 39-yard, second-quarter touchdown run against the Detroit Lions during an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)</p><p>Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Williams (19) beats Detroit Lions cornerback Eric King (30) to the end zone to score during the second quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/11/07/5422106-jets-rally-behind-sanchez-to-top-lions-23-20-in-othttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/11/07/5422106-jets-rally-behind-sanchez-to-top-lions-23-20-in-otnfljetslionssportsdetroit-lionsnew-york-jetssantonio-holmesmark-sanchezcalvin-johnsonnick-folkSun, 7 Nov 2010 04:03:40 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez, foreground, looks to pass during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers at New Meadowlands Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) dives in for a touchdown in the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Detroit, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) celebrates his 13-yard touchdown-reception against the Washington Redskins during the second quarter of their NFL football game in Detroit, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis (24) tackles Green Bay Packers wide receiver Greg Jennings (85) after Jennings made a first down during the first quarter of an NFL football game at New Meadowlands, Stadium Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)</p><p>FILE - In this Oct. 31, 2010, file photo, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) looks downfield during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins at Ford Field in Detroit. Stafford threw four go-ahead touchdowns in the second half last Sunday, lifting the Lions to 37-25 win over the Redskins in his first game since Week 1. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, File)</p><p>Detroit Lions tight end Brandon Pettigrew (84) celebrates his 10-yard touchdown reception against the New York Jets as wide receiver Nate Burleson jumps onto him in the first quarter of an NFL football game in Detroit on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Gunther Cunningham yells at the team after the Lions gave up a touchdown in the second quarter of an NFL football game against the New York Jets at Ford Field in Detroit, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)</p><p>New York Jets safety Jim Leonhard, bottom, trips Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) during the first quarter of an NFL football game at Ford Field in Detroit, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)</p><p>New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez (6) fumbles the snap against the Detroit Lions in in the first quarter of their NFL football game in Detroit Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010. Sanchez recovered the fumble. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Detroit Lions tight end Brandon Pettigrew (84) catches a 10-yard touchdown pass as New York Jets safety Jim Leonhard (36) defends in the first quarter of an NFL football game in Detroit Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>New York Jets wide receiver Braylon Edwards (17) makes a touchdown catch next to Detroit Lions cornerback Alphonso Smith (27) in the first half of an NFL football game at Ford Field in Detroit, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)</p><p>New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis (24) celebrates, after breaking up a Detroit Lions pass, with safety Eric Smith (33), during the second quarter of an NFL football game in Detroit on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Nate Burleson (13) runs downfield while chased by New York Jets safety Brodney Pool (22) and cornerback Drew Coleman (30) during the first quarter of an NFL football game at Ford Field in Detroit, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)</p><p>New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis (24) breaks up a pass intended for Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) during the first quarter of an NFL football game at Ford Field in Detroit, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)</p><p>Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) looks downfield during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the New York Jets at Ford Field in Detroit, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)</p><p>New York Jets' Nick Folk (2) reacts after kicking the tying field goal in the closing seconds to send the game into overtime in an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010. The Jets won 23-20. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/10/12/5281367-nfl-expects-to-review-controversial-catch-rulehttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/10/12/5281367-nfl-expects-to-review-controversial-catch-rulenflsportsrulescalvin-johnsonWed, 13 Oct 2010 00:35:50 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) drops a pass as St. Louis Rams safety Oshiomogho Atogwe (21) defends in the second quarter of an NFL football game in Detroit, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/10/12/5279507-nfl-owners-show-optimism-about-reaching-a-new-cbahttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/10/12/5279507-nfl-owners-show-optimism-about-reaching-a-new-cbanflsportsnew-england-patriotsmeetingscalvin-johnsonrobert-kraftTue, 12 Oct 2010 18:19:11 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) drops a pass as St. Louis Rams safety Oshiomogho Atogwe (21) defends in the second quarter of an NFL football game in Detroit, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/09/17/5129723-johnson-hoping-for-another-chance-to-celebratehttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/09/17/5129723-johnson-hoping-for-another-chance-to-celebratenfllionssportsjohnsonplanstdcalvin-johnsonFri, 17 Sep 2010 21:41:53 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) catches a pass in the end zone over Chicago Bears cornerback Zackary Bowman in the second half of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2010. The play was ruled incomplete. The Bears won 19-14. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)</p> http://nbcsports.newsvine.com/_news/2010/08/15/4891955-leftwich-ineffective-but-steelers-beat-lions-23-7http://nbcsports.newsvine.com/_news/2010/08/15/4891955-leftwich-ineffective-but-steelers-beat-lions-23-7nflfootballsportsben-roethlisbergerantonio-brownbyron-leftwichmike-tomlinjeff-reedmatthew-stafforddennis-dixondrew-stantoncalvin-johnsonarnaz-battlerashard-mendenhallshaun-hilljim-schwartzjordon-dizonjahvid-bestndamukong-suheric-kingdede-dorseyisaac-redmanathlete-healthalan-robinsonSun, 15 Aug 2010 05:35:24 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/bookmark http://nbcsports.newsvine.com/_news/2010/08/04/4814092-lions-68-million-deal-is-done-with-no-2-pick-suhhttp://nbcsports.newsvine.com/_news/2010/08/04/4814092-lions-68-million-deal-is-done-with-no-2-pick-suhnflfootballsportssoccercollege-sportsmatthew-staffordcalvin-johnsonsports-businessjim-schwartzdominic-raiolandamukong-suhWed, 4 Aug 2010 16:15:55 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/bookmark http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/03/18/4035436-calvin-johnson-keeps-the-faith-in-the-lowly-lionshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/03/18/4035436-calvin-johnson-keeps-the-faith-in-the-lowly-lionsnfllionssportsjohnsondetroit-lionscalvin-johnsonThu, 18 Mar 2010 18:43:01 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>FILE - In this Nov. 26, 2009, file photo, Green Bay Packers linebacker Clay Matthews (52) pressures Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) during the first half of an NFL football game in Detroit. Stafford's biggest contribution might have come at the very beginning of the free-agent period last week. As soon as the market officially opened, Stafford was on the phone with Seattle wide receiver Nate Burleson, who had played for Lions offensive coordinator Scott Linehan in Minnesota. (AP Photo/Tony Ding, File)</p>