Detroit Lions headlines: The maturation of Marvin, Rewinding Stafford

DETROIT, MI - NOVEMBER 23: Marvin Jones #11 of the Detroit Lions celebrates his fourth quarter touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field on November 23, 2017 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
DETROIT, MI - NOVEMBER 23: Marvin Jones #11 of the Detroit Lions celebrates his fourth quarter touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field on November 23, 2017 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) /
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We find further proof of the maturation of Detroit Lions’ wide receiver Marvin Jonas and take a look back on Matthew Stafford’s big year in today’s headlines.

The offseason is in full swing for the Detroit Lions. And after a week of changes and announcements, things are starting to settle in for the Pride. But with the NFL Scouting Combine on the horizon and free agency to follow, there are still plenty of things to talk about in the Motor City.

In today’s headlines, we take a look about at the year that was 2017. We find more proof of what a great second season wide receiver Marvin Jones had in Detroit. And rewind the past few months for the NFL’s former highest paid player, quarterback Matthew Stafford.

Stefon Diggs, Marvin Jones among top 10 tight-window receivers – NFL.com

Lions’ wide receiver Marvin Jones was clutch for the Lions in 2017. His sophomore season in the Motor City proved Jones may be ready to take over number one duties soon. In this piece from the league’s official website, Marvin’s ability to make tight-window catches is highlighted as more proof of his maturation in Detroit.

O’HARA: Looking back at Stafford’s eventful year – DetroitLions.com

From two personal milestones from last week’s changes in Detroit, to several significant moments from last year, this longtime Lions’ insider rewinds 2017 for Matthew Stafford and his ninth season in the Motor City. Has it really been that long?

An inside look at Detroit Lions’ hiring of head coach Matt Patricia – Detroit Free Press

Lost among the never-ending press releases about the Lions last week was this detailed account of just how Detroit landed the NFL’s top coaching candidate this offseason. Check out this awesome piece from the man himself, Dave Birkett.

5 factors that will make or break Matt Patricia as Lions head coach – The Oakland Press

Speaking of Matt Patricia, what will make the former New England defensive coordinator successful in Detroit? Here’s one writer’s take of what could lay ahead for the former Patriot and the many obstacles that he’ll need to overcome leading the Lions.

Next: NFL Mock Draft 2018 Full first round – Who’s the Detroit Lions top pick?

Mount Rushmore of Detroit Lions: The four greatest players of all time – MLive.com

Finally, who are the four greatest Detroit Lions of all-time? I’m sure you can name them quite easily. But is Matthew Stafford on that list? Find out in the above article.