ALEX ANZALONE #34 - LINEBACKER - TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
95  TCKL  •
1  INT  •
2.5  SCK 
#34 - LINEBACKER - TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
95 TCKL
1 INT
2.5 SCK
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Seven tackles Week 7 Anzalone logged seven tackles and a half sack during Sunday's 24-6 loss to the Cowboys.
Impact Anzalone tallied all of his tackles while playing 89 percent of Detroit's defensive snaps in this loss. The 28-year-old has now recorded at least six stops in every game so far this season. Anzalone could stand to put up another consistent stat line against Miami's prolific offense this Sunday.
OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Sheppard on the Anzalone's great game Linebackers coach Kelvin Sheppard talks with media about seeing LB Alex Anzalone play the best ball he ever has in Week 5. He also states th...
OCTOBER 21, 2022 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Lions hoping healthy running game can help salvage season

The Detroit Lions are 1-4 with one of the worst defenses in the league and Jared Goff is too mistake-prone to save them
OCTOBER 13, 2022 • Associated Press
Eight stops in loss Anzalone recorded eight tackles (five solo) and one pass defense during Sunday's 29-0 loss to the Patriots.
Impact Anzalone has recored at least six tackles in each game this season, totaling 40 stops through five games. Across 14 appearances last year, the veteran linebacker set career highs in tackles (78) and pass defenses (seven), but he appears on his way to topping those numbers during his second campaign with Detroit.
OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Campbell tries to shield defense after 48-45 loss to Seattle

Jared Goff passed for 378 yards and four touchdowns, but Detroit struggled against Geno Smith and the Seattle Seahawks in a wild 48-45 loss
OCTOBER 2, 2022 • Associated Press

Seahawks' DK Metcalf not impressed by Lions CB Jeff Okudah

Seattle Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf isn't that impressed by emerging Detroit Lions cornerback Jeff Okudah
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • Associated Press
Sets team-high 10 tackles Sunday Anzalone recorded 10 tackles (nine solo) and one sack during Sunday's 28-24 loss to the Vikings.
Impact Anzalone played 99 percent of Detroit's defensive snaps Sunday against Minnesota, but he continues to have a nose for where the ball is going to end up, as he now has 25 tackles through the team's first three contests. He'll look to make an impact in Week 4 when the Lions host the Seahawks on Sunday.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

NFL players tackle housing issues when joining teams

Finding a home on and off the field can be an overwhelming chore for many NFL players
SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • Associated Press

Lions lament another season-opening rally that falls short

The Detroit Lions began their 2021 season by rallying to turn a potential blowout into a close loss to the San Francisco 49ers
SEPTEMBER 11, 2022 • Associated Press
THE DAILY DRIVE: Lions LB Derrick Barnes savors lessons from Alex Anzalone, Jarrad Davis ahead of Year 2 Detroit Lions mailbag: What does progress look like in 2022?
JUNE 2, 2022 • DETROITLIONS.COM
THE DAILY DRIVE: Lions' Alex Anzalone re-signs with 2 others, looks to 'leave a legacy' in Detroit Lions find big-bodied receiver, reportedly set to sign Chark
MARCH 15, 2022 • DETROITLIONS.COM

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 Boyle
MARCH 14, 2022 • Associated Press
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 Campbell
DECEMBER 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 Sunday
DECEMBER 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
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