"For all the Detroit fans, what you don’t see is the work ethic that you’re getting. This guy is nuts. People thought I was nuts. This guy is freaking nuts, man."

John Morton said he will call plays from the coaches booth in Thursday's preseason opener against the Los Angeles Chargers.

The Lions were without two starting defensive backs when they took the field for Monday's training camp practice in Allen Park.

ALLEN PARK -- The Detroit Lions have released cornerback Stantley Thomas-Oliver with a reported injury waiver. Thomas-Oliver had a tough start to camp, opening on the NFI list and then suffering a hamstring injury the next day in Allen Park. The 27-year-old spent last year with the Lions appearing in one game with five special teams snaps.

Lions OC John Morton credits Jon Gruden for his initial coaching opportunity and schematic influence on his offense

Lions offensive coordinator John Morton delayed his vacation this year. No beaches, no trips to Cancun. He instead used his time to do what most offensive coordinators would rather be doing: locking themselves away and grinding tape. It’s what you’ll come to learn about Morton.

The Detroit Lions are not expected to play most starters this preseason, but top picks Tyleik Williams and Tate Ratledge could see action Thursday.

The Lions signed cornerback Nick Whiteside ahead of Monday's practice after waiving Stantley Thomas-Oliver over the weekend

Australia prop Allan Alaalatoa has been ruled out of the third Test against the British and Irish Lions in a major blow for the Wallabies. The vastly experienced tighthead had started the first two games of the three-match series but will miss the final encounter at Sydney’s Accor Stadium this weekend.

Lions undrafted rookie Jackson Meeks has two dreams: making an NFL roster and playing with his uncle, Za'Darius Smith.