The Detroit Lions returned to the practice field on Monday with a workout in full pads at Edsel Ford High School in Dearborn, Mich. Approximately 1,100 first responders attendance, as part of the team’s First Responders Appreciation Night that featured fire, police and medical rescue workers from Dearborn, Allen Park and Detroit, in addition to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department. Guests from Edsel Ford High School were also invited to the practice session.
Detroit Lions Head Coach, Jim Caldwell:
Opening statement: “Well, obviously it’s a great night to practice. Particularly, the rain shouldn’t bother us if there’s no thunder or lightning, but it will give us the opportunity to work in it a little bit, which you need.