By Matt Schoch Special to The Detroit News Published 1:04 PM EDT Oct 31, 2018 The Lions have signed linebacker Kelvin Sheppard with the roster spot created by the Golden Tate trade, the team announced Wednesday. The move gives the Lions another former member of the New York Giants front seven, joining defensive tackle Damon Harrison, defensive end Romeo Okwara and linebacker Devon Kennard. Detroit also signed defensive end Alex Barrett to the practice squad, and released tight end Jerome Cunningham from the practice squad. Sheppard played in 23 games for the Giants from 2016-17 and had 96 tackles (59 solo) and two interceptions. More: Patricia: Lions must turn page quickly after Tate trade More: Ex-Michigan State star QB Kirk Cousins has 'taken charge' with Vikings Sheppard was a third-round pick by Buffalo in 2011 out of LSU, playing two seasons with Buffalo, before a season with Indianapolis and two with Miami. Over his career, Sheppard has played 100 games … [Read more...] about Detroit Lions sign former New York Giants linebacker Kelvin Sheppard
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New York Giants traded 2 players in 24 hours, and many think Eli Manning should be next
Meredith Cash, provided by Published 10:05 am CDT, Wednesday, October 24, 2018 Steven Ryan/Getty Images In a span of 24 hours, the New York Giants traded cornerback Eli Apple and defensive tackle Damon "Snacks" Harrison in what appears to be a fire sale. ESPN's Jordan Raanan reported that sources around the league believed any of the Giants' defensive players are available "for the right price." Fans and pundits are speculating on whether the New York purge extends to longtime franchise quarterback Eli Manning, who has thrown for just seven touchdowns in as many games and led the Giants to a 1-6 start for the second consecutive season. There are reasons to believe Manning won't be traded, including his no-trade clause which allowd him to veto any deal he does not favor. The Giants first traded cornerback Eli Apple — their first-round pick in the 2016 NFL Draft — to the New Orleans Saints in exchange for a 2019 fourth-round pick and a 2020 seventh-round … [Read more...] about New York Giants traded 2 players in 24 hours, and many think Eli Manning should be next
Report: Detroit Lions acquire defensive tackle Damon Harrison from New York Giants
The Detroit News Published 8:47 AM EDT Oct 24, 2018 The Detroit Lions have acquired 6-foot-3, 350-pound defensive tackle Damon Harrison from the New York Giants for a fifth-round draft pick in 2019, according to an ESPN report. Harrison, 29, was a first-team All-Pro performer in 2016. Harrison was signed by the New York Jets in 2012 after going undrafted out of William Penn. He signed with the Giants as a free agent ahead of the 2016 season for five years and $46.25 million. … [Read more...] about Report: Detroit Lions acquire defensive tackle Damon Harrison from New York Giants
Detroit Lions trade for DT Damon Harrison from New York Giants
Dave Birkett Detroit Free Press Published 8:10 AM EDT Oct 24, 2018 The Detroit Lions made a big move Wednesday to bolster their struggling run defense, acquired run-stuffing nose tackle Damon Harrison from the New York Giants according to multiple reports. ESPN, which first reported the move, said the deal was for a 2019 fifth-round pick. Harrison, nicknamed "Snacks," has 31 tackles in seven games this year. The 355-pound lane-clogger was was ranked as Pro Football Focus' top-ranked run defender last season and voted to the NFL Network top-100 player poll after the 2016 season. The Lions (3-3) have the league's 30th-ranked rush defense through seven weeks, allowing 139.3 yards per game. They've given up a league-high four rushes of 40 or more yards, including a 54-yard touchdown run to Kenyan Drake in last week's 32-21 win over the Miami Dolphins. Harrison turns 30 next month, but should immediately bolster a defensive line that's been without right end Ziggy Ansah … [Read more...] about Detroit Lions trade for DT Damon Harrison from New York Giants
Saquon Barkley remains quiet amid New York Giants’ media circus
Despite having offensive firepower in one-handed catching sensation Odell Beckham Jr. and rookie running back Saquon Barkley, the New York Giants sit at the bottom of the NFC East standings after winning just one of their first six games for the second straight season. Much to the chagrin of Giants owner John Mara, Beckham Jr. has been outspoken about his dissatisfaction with the team’s early-season performances. In an interview with Business Insider, Barkley revealed why he has chosen to keep his opinions under wraps through the media firestorm surrounding the franchise. While veteran quarterback Eli Manning plays defence against accusations that his time under center has come to an end and star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. questions his team’s heart in sit-down interviews with ESPN, New York Giants rookie phenom Saquon Barkley is content keeping his thoughts to himself. It’s not that the Giants’ first-round draft pick has no opinions about the state … [Read more...] about Saquon Barkley remains quiet amid New York Giants’ media circus