Lions get much-needed help at linebacker with Kwon Alexander and may look to add defensive linemen
Help is on the way at linebacker for the Detroit LionsNOVEMBER 29 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Lions cut defensive end James Houston, who had 1 sack in 10 games since he had 8 sacks as a rookie
The Detroit Lions released reserve defensive end James Houston, cutting ties with a player who failed to produce as well as he did during his rookie seasonNOVEMBER 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lions looking like a contender as expected, leaning on Jared Goff's arm, run game and playmaking DBs
The Detroit Lions have lived up to lofty expectations, looking like a Super Bowl contenderNOVEMBER 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Goes on IR Cominsky (knee) was placed on injured reserve Thursday.
Impact Cominsky's shift to IR was a likely formality after he suffered an MCL tear during practice in July. A return this season isn't impossible for the Charleston product, although he likely wouldn't be cleared to suit up until playoff time.
AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE
Lions' depth on the defensive line will be tested after knee injury to Cominsky
The Detroit Lions’ depth on the defensive line will be tested as they face the season without defensive end John CominskyAUGUST 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Suffers MCL tear Cominsky suffered an MCL tear during Detroit's practice Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact Cominsky will now be out indefinitely, although he could possibly return for the playoffs if the Lions advance that far. Detroit is now shorthanded at defensive end behind starters Aidan Hutchinson and Marcus Davenport.
JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE
Reports: Lions defensive end John Cominsky tears MCL, out indefinitely Detroit Lions defensive end John Cominsky was carted off the practice field Tuesday after tearing the MCL in his right knee, according to mu...
JULY 30 • KANSASCITY.COM
Reports: Lions DE John Cominsky tears MCL, out indefinitely Detroit Lions defensive end John Cominsky was carted off the practice field Tuesday after tearing the MCL in his right knee, according to mu...
JULY 30 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Detroit Lions defensive lineman John Cominsky carted off field with right knee injury
Detroit Lions defensive end John Cominsky was carted off the field with a right knee injury on Tuesday, when the team had its second padded practiceJULY 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Agrees to paycut Cominsky agreed to restructure his contract with the Lions on Tuesday, Justin Rogers of The Detroit News Reports.
Impact Cominsky saw a drop in production from his 2022 numbers in 2023, recording 15 fewer pressures, along with two fewer sacks, despite playing two more games. The 28-year-old was due to be paid $5.1 million but agreed to a $2.1 million pay cut, bringing his 2024 cap hit down to $4.2 million, instead of $6.3 million.
MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE
Notches sack in loss Cominsky recorded seven tackles (three solo), including a sack, in Detroit's 28-13 loss to the Bears on Sunday.
Impact Cominsky had his best performance of the campaign during Sunday's loss, logging a season-high tackles. The 28-year-old was also able to register his second sack of the season to go along with 27 tackles (11 solo).
DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
John Cominsky Mic'd Up | Extended Sights and Sounds: Lions vs. Raiders | 2023 Week 8
NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Detroit Lions John Cominsky Is 'Ultimate Hard-Hat Guy' John Cominsky is the “Swiss-Army knife” of the Lions’ defensive line.
OCTOBER 3, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
John Cominsky wraps up Beathard for 4-yard sack Detroit Lions defensive end John Cominsky wraps up quarterback C.J. Beathard for 4-yard sack.
AUGUST 19, 2023 • NFL.COM
John Cominsky with a Sack vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
AUGUST 19, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Off the Record with Dannie Rogers Episode 22: John Cominsky talks d-line and hometown football camp On this episode of Off the Record with Dannie Rogers, Dannie sits down with Lions defensive lineman John Cominsky.
JUNE 14, 2023 • DETROITLIONS.COM
Lions re-sign Cominsky to add to busy free agency week
The Detroit Lions took another step in shaping their roster during an active week in free agency, re-signing defensive end John Cominsky to a two-year dealMARCH 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
What Contract Should Lions Offer John Cominsky? All Lions takes a look at the contract the Detroit Lions should offer impending free agent John Cominsky.
FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
John Cominsky makes it clear he wants to return to Detroit in 2023 Cominsky’s caption on his Instagram post basically begged the Lions to bring him back in 2023
JANUARY 10, 2023 • USATODAY.COM
Lions, John Cominsky look to extend successful pairing this offseason It's clear Cominsky is genuine about extending the relationship after a breakout season with the Lions.
JANUARY 10, 2023 • DETROITNEWS.COM
John Cominsky pops football free from Aaron Jones for Will Harris' key takeaway Detroit Lions defensive lineman John Cominsky pops the football free from Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones for Detroit Lions corne...
JANUARY 9, 2023 • NFL.COM
Wash on Cominsky's leadership in the DL room DL coach Todd Wash speaks to the media about John Cominsky's leadership in the DL room as well as James Houston getting more opportunities.
JANUARY 4, 2023 • DETROITLIONS.COM
Returning to action Cominsky (wrist) is active Sunday against the Cowboys.
Impact Cominsky underwent surgery on his hand at the end of September, but he'll suit up for the first time since Week 2 when he suffered the injury. His return should be a boost to the Lions' pass rush.
OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out Cominsky (wrist) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Patriots.
Impact Cominsky underwent thumb surgery on his right hand at the end of September, but he's still being listed with a wrist injury. The extent of the injury remains unclear, but his next chance to suit up will be in Week 7 against the Cowboys.
OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Gets thumb surgery Cominsky underwent thumb surgery Tuesday on his right thumb and is expected to miss multiple weeks, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.
Impact Cominsky was listed as a non-participant at Wednesday's practice due to a wrist injury, but recovering from the thumb procedure will now be his top concern. The Lions aren't yet placing him on injured reserve, so the 26-year-old defensive lineman may miss fewer than four games.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
