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Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson adjusting to new position coach

Grand Rapids Press — Shawn Jefferson is the only position coach Johnson has known since being drafted by the Lions in 2007.

Detroit Lions 15 hours ago

Reggie Bush looking forward to playing in Lions' offense

Pride Of Detroit — The Detroit Lions' move to sign running back Reggie Bush earlier in the offseason created a lot of excitement, and not just among fans. The Lions themselves are obviously quite excited about the addition, as they see Bush as someone who can keep defenses guessing. Wide receiver Calvin Johnson, for example, thinks Bush will force defenses to respect the run more than they have in the past when facing the Lions. Calvin on Bush's impact: "He's gonna make them bring another man down (in the box). If you don't, Reggie will make you look foolish." — Chris McCosky (@cmccosky) May 20, 2013 ...

Detroit Lions May 21, 2013

Fantasy Roundtable: Drafting Wide Receivers

ESPN Fantasy Football — ESPN fantasy analysts discuss the depth of the wide receiver position in 2013 and when to draft elite WRs like Calvin Johnson.

May 21, 2013

Reggie Bush - Megatron excited over addition of Bush

The Huddle — Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson is excited RB Reggie Bush signed with the Lions, because it means teams will have to defend the Lions offense differently. "It's going to force them to bring another man down, more than we had last year," Johnson said. "You know, if you don't, Reggie can make you look foolish in the open field." Huddle Up: Instead of adding another wideout opposite Megatron, the Lions decided instead to boost the backfield, hoping that will attract more defensive attention. Looks to be a solid plan on paper, but it's all predicated on Bush staying healthy and continuing the car...

May 21, 2013

Megatron still getting used to Lions' new WRs coach

Detroit Free Press — For most of his career, Calvin Johnson has known one position coach. Kippy Brown was the Detroit Lions' receivers coach in 2007, but as a rookie, Johnson gravitated toward a young assistant not too far removed from his playing days: Shawn Jefferson.

Detroit Lions May 21, 2013

Lions | Calvin Johnson excited Reggie Bush is on team

KFFL — Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson is excited RB Reggie Bush signed with the Lions, because ...

May 20, 2013

Calvin Johnson - Calvin Johnson played with broken fingers

The Huddle — Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson confirmed he played with broken fingers last season. He has been trying to straighten them out this offseason, but didn't have surgery. Huddle Up: Scary to think what Megatron might accomplish this season with a pair of healthy hands.

May 20, 2013

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Lions | Calvin Johnson played with broken fingers

KFFL — Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson (fingers) confirmed he played with broken fingers last season. He ...

May 20, 2013

Johnson played with injured fingers

CBSSports.com Fantasy — Calvin Johnson told the Detroit Free Press that he played with "a couple injuries" to his fingers last year but never disclosed they were broken. He was out with a thumb injury a few times last season and allegedly played through a concussion and nerve damage to his hand.

May 20, 2013

Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson admits to playing with broken fingers in 2012

Grand Rapids Press — Detroit Lions receiver Calvin Johnson admits to playing with broken fingers in 2012.

Detroit Lions May 20, 2013

Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson is praying for Titus Young

Grand Rapids Press — Former Detroit Lions receiver Titus Young remains behind bars, but Calvin Johnson offered his support on Monday.

Detroit Lions May 20, 2013

Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson wants to be part of a winning organization

Grand Rapids Press — Detroit Lions receiver Calvin Johnson has a lot of individual accolades, but would prefer to see his team win more consistently.

Detroit Lions May 20, 2013

Calvin Johnson sets sights on 2,000 yards, more wins

Pride Of Detroit — 2012 was a record season for Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson. He finished with 1,964 yards receiving, breaking Jerry Rice's single-season record. He did all of this despite dealing with multiple injuries throughout the course of the season. Also, he was able to accomplish this feat despite playing for a team that went 4-12. In 2013, Johnson wants an even better season both for himself and the Lions. For starters, he wants to break 2,000 yards receiving after coming up just short in 2012. He also wants to score more touchdowns after only having five last season. But most impo...

Detroit Lions May 20, 2013

On broken fingers

Lions Blog | Detroit News — Here was the exchange between the media and Calvin Johnson earlier today regarding him playing with injured fingers last season: Q: Can you explain what happened with your fingers last...

Detroit Lions May 20, 2013

Lions' Johnson: I played season with broken fingers

Bears Blog | Chicago Breaking Sports — Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson said Monday he played through his record-setting 2012 season with broken fingers.    

Chicago Bears May 20, 2013

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  • Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson adjusting to new position coach
    Shawn Jefferson is the only position coach Johnson has known since being drafted by the Lions in 2007.
  • Reggie Bush looking forward to playing in Lions' offense
    The Detroit Lions' move to sign running back Reggie Bush earlier in the offseason created a lot of excitement, and not just among fans. The Lions themselves are obviously quite excited about the addition, as they see Bush as someone who can keep defenses guessing. Wide receiver Calvin Johnson, for example, thinks Bush will force defenses to respect the run more than they have in the past when facing the Lions. Calvin on Bush's impact: "He's gonna make them bring another man down (in the box). If you don't, Reggie will make you look foolish." — Chris McCosky (@cmccosky) May 20, 2013 ...
  • In this Dec. 22, 2012, file photo, Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) runs during an NFL football game in Detroit. Johnson met with reporters Monday, May 20, 2013, and confirmed he had injured fingers last year The Associated Press
    FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2012, file photo, Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) runs during an NFL football game in Detroit. Johnson met with reporters Monday, May 20, 2013, and confirmed he had injured fingers last year. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski, File)
  • Lions WR Johnson confirms he had injured fingers The Associated Press
    FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2012, file photo, Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) runs during an NFL football game in Detroit. Johnson met with reporters Monday, May 20, 2013, and confirmed he had injured fingers last year. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski, File)
  • Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) on the sideline against the Chicago Bears during an NFL football game in Detroit, Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012 The Associated Press
    Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (81) on the sideline against the Chicago Bears during an NFL football game in Detroit, Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)
  • Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson admits to playing with broken fingers in 2012
    Detroit Lions receiver Calvin Johnson admits to playing with broken fingers in 2012.
  • Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson is praying for Titus Young
    Former Detroit Lions receiver Titus Young remains behind bars, but Calvin Johnson offered his support on Monday.
  • Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson wants to be part of a winning organization
    Detroit Lions receiver Calvin Johnson has a lot of individual accolades, but would prefer to see his team win more consistently.
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