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News - Contributing Columnist Mike O'Hara

News - Contributing Columnist Mike O'Hara

Detroit Lions left tackle Taylor Decker talked to media this week about his mindset heading into a new season and the addition of guard Kevin Zeitler to the offensive line.

Decker talks mindset heading into new season, Zeitler addition

Detroit Lions left tackle Taylor Decker talked to media this week about his mindset heading into a new season and the addition of guard Kevin Zeitler to the offensive line.

GM Brad Holmes is prepared to issue an apology to fans in attendance if the Detroit Lions trade out of the first round in next week's NFL Draft.

Holmes prepared to apologize to fans if Lions trade out of first round

GM Brad Holmes is prepared to issue an apology to fans in attendance if the Detroit Lions trade out of the first round in next week's NFL Draft.

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from this year's Detroit Lions free agency.

O'HARA: What we learned from 2024 free agency

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from this year's Detroit Lions free agency.

Defensive lineman Marcus Davenport is reuniting with Dan Campbell and Aaron Glenn in Detroit after signing with the Lions in free agency.

Davenport reunites with Campbell & Glenn in Detroit: 'It's a great opportunity'

Defensive lineman Marcus Davenport is reuniting with Dan Campbell and Aaron Glenn in Detroit after signing with the Lions in free agency.

More From Mike O'Hara

O'HARA: What we learned from the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine.

O'HARA: A history of who's been available at 29

Mike O'Hara takes a look at how teams have fared with the No. 29 overall pick in the NFL Draft.

O'HARA'S NFC CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW: Lions just one game away from ultimate goal

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' NFC Championship matchup vs. the San Francisco 49ers including working towards the ultimate goal, three keys for Detroit and more.

O'HARA: What we learned from the Divisional Round

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Divisional Round victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

TIM AND MIKE: Divisional Round observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 31-23 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

O'HARA'S DIVISIONAL ROUND PREVIEW: Goff, Lions keeping calm as pressure ramps up

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Divisional Round matchup vs. the Tampa Bay Buccaneers including the pressure of the playoff spotlight, three keys for Detroit and more.

O'HARA: What we learned from the Wild Card Round

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Wild Card victory over the Los Angeles Rams.

TIM AND MIKE: Wild Card observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 24-23 victory over the Los Angeles Rams.

O'HARA'S WILD CARD PREVIEW: Campbell wants Lions to stay true to what got them here

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Wild Card matchup vs. the Los Angeles Rams including staying true to what got them here, three keys for Detroit and more.

O'HARA: What we learned from Week 18

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Week 18 victory over the Minnesota Vikings.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 18 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 30-20 victory over the Minnesota Vikings.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: Campbell, Lions ready for the playoffs

This week's Monday Countdown starts with a look at Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell's view of his team as they prepare for the playoffs.

O'HARA'S WEEK 18 PREVIEW: Lions' steady climb under Campbell makes them legitimate contenders

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 18 matchup vs. the Minnesota Vikings including how Detroit has improved in Year 3 under head coach Dan Campbell, two keys for the game and more.

O'HARA: What we learned from Week 17

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Week 17 loss to the Dallas Cowboys.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 17 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 20-19 loss to the Dallas Cowboys.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: Takeaways from the Lions' loss to the Cowboys

This week's Monday Countdown looks at all the ups and downs from the Detroit Lions' 20-19 loss to the Dallas Cowboys.

O'HARA'S WEEK 17 PREVIEW: Lions' tandem of Gibbs & Montgomery more than just a one-two punch

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 17 matchup vs. the Dallas Cowboys including what running backs Jahmyr Gibbs & David Montgomery bring to the offense, two keys for Detroit and more.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 16 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 30-24 victory over the Minnesota Vikings.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: How the Lions stayed the course to clinch division

This week's Monday Countdown looks at Sunday's game as a microcosm of how the Detroit Lions have reached the position of 2023 NFC North Champions.

O'HARA'S WEEK 16 PREVIEW: Both teams looking forward to a crucial division matchup

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 16 matchup vs. the Minnesota Vikings including how both teams are preparing for a crucial division game, two keys for Detroit and more.

O'HARA: What we learned from Week 15

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Week 15 victory over the Denver Broncos.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 15 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 42-17 victory over the Denver Broncos.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: Lions get back on track with big win over Broncos

This week's Monday Countdown looks at some key elements of Saturday night's game, and the approach head coach Dan Campbell wanted his team to take into the game.

O'HARA'S WEEK 15 PREVIEW: Lions need to solve third-quarter woes

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 15 matchup vs. the Denver Broncos including solving the third-quarter woes, two keys for Detroit and more.

O'HARA: What we learned from Week 14

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Week 14 loss to the Chicago Bears.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 14 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 28-13 loss to the Chicago Bears.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: What went wrong in Lions' loss to Bears

This week's Monday Countdown looks at head coach Dan Campbell's assessment of what went wrong in the Detroit Lions' Week 14 loss to the Chicago Bears.

O'HARA'S WEEK 14 PREVIEW: Campbell not worried about revenge factor in rematch with Bears

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 14 matchup vs. the Chicago Bears including the revenge factor, three keys for Detroit and more.

O'HARA: What we learned from Week 13

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Week 13 victory over the New Orleans Saints.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 13 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 33-28 victory over the New Orleans Saints.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: How Lions handled key pressure moments in win over Saints

This week's Monday Countdown looks at how the Detroit Lions handled key pressure moments in the 33-28 win over the New Orleans Saints.

O'HARA'S WEEK 13 PREVIEW: Campbell likes where Lions are at heading into Saints matchup

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 13 matchup vs. the New Orleans Saints including refocusing after the Thanksgiving Day loss, three keys for Detroit and more.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: Breaking down the Lions' remaining six games

This week's Monday Countdown looks at the final six games, and the Detroit Lions' win formula for each game.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 12 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 29-22 loss to the Green Bay Packers.

O'HARA'S WEEK 12 PREVIEW: Lions-Packers facing quick turnaround for Thanksgiving division matchup

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 12 matchup vs. the Green Bay Packers including preparing on a short week, two keys for Detroit and more.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 11 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 31-26 victory over the Chicago Bears.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: What Sunday's comeback win says about the Lions

This week's Monday Countdown looks at how the Detroit Lions made their comeback in the last 2:59 after digging a deep hole with their own misplays.

O'HARA'S WEEK 11 PREVIEW: Lions preparing for second division matchup of the season

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 11 matchup vs. the Chicago Bears including preparing for an important division matchup, three keys for Detroit and more.

O'HARA: What we learned from Week 10

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Week 10 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 10 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 41-38 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers.

O'HARA'S WEEK 10 PREVIEW: Lions look to keep rolling as they return from bye

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 10 matchup vs. the Los Angeles Chargers including getting back to work following the bye, two keys for Detroit and more.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: Breaking down the Lions' remaining games

This week's Monday Countdown looks at the final nine games, and the Detroit Lions' win formula for each game.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 8 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 26-14 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.

O'HARA: What we learned from Week 8

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Week 8 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.

O'HARA'S WEEK 8 PREVIEW: Lions ready to respond after Week 7 loss to Ravens

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 8 matchup vs. the Raiders including bouncing back after a tough loss, two keys for Detroit and more.

O'HARA: What we learned from Week 7

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Week 7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 7 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 38-6 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: What went wrong for Lions in 38-6 loss to Baltimore

This week's Monday Countdown looks at what went wrong for the Detroit Lions in their 38-6 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.

O'HARA'S WEEK 7 PREVIEW: Lions to face another tough road test in Baltimore

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 7 matchup vs. the Ravens including another tough road test, three keys for Detroit and more.

O'HARA: What we learned from Week 6

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Week 6 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 6 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 20-6 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: Lions show they're talented, tough & resilient

This week's Monday Countdown looks at how the Detroit Lions are talented, tough and resilient – all qualities that are found in winners.

O'HARA'S WEEK 6 PREVIEW: Lions expecting Buccaneers' best coming off bye

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 6 matchup vs. the Buccaneers including what to expect from Tampa Bay, two keys for Detroit and more.

O'HARA: What we learned from Week 5

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Week 5 victory over the Carolina Panthers.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 5 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 42-24 victory over the Carolina Panthers.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: Lions playing with tenacity & stacking wins

This week's Monday Countdown looks at how the Detroit Lions continue to succeed despite injuries, and how head coach Dan Campbell regards them as a team made for the long haul.

O'HARA'S WEEK 5 PREVIEW: Lions not taking Panthers lightly, especially after last year's loss

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 5 matchup vs. the Panthers including another chance at a revenge game, two keys for Detroit and more.

O'HARA: What we learned from Week 4

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Week 4 victory over the Green Bay Packers.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: Where Lions stand in key areas 4 games into the season

With the Detroit Lions at the four-game mark of the 2023 season, this week's Monday Countdown looks at where they stand in key areas.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 4 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 34-20 victory over the Green Bay Packers.

O'HARA'S WEEK 4 PREVIEW: Lions preparing for first division matchup of the season

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 4 matchup vs. the Packers including how Detroit's defense can build off Sunday's performance, playoff implications for both teams and more.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 3 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 20-6 victory over the Atlanta Falcons.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: Campbell's view on the Lions' defensive performance

This week's Monday Countdown looks at how the Lions improved their defense, the importance of the win even in Week 3 and a battle of rookie running backs.

O'HARA'S WEEK 3 PREVIEW: Campbell relishes the challenge of getting his team to bounce back

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 3 matchup vs. the Falcons including preparing to bounce back, keys on offense & defense for Detroit and more.

O'HARA: What we learned from Week 2

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Week 2 overtime loss to the Seattle Seahawks.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 2 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 37-31 overtime loss to the Seattle Seahawks.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: What went wrong for Lions in OT loss to Seahawks

This week's Monday Countdown looks at the plays that hurt the Detroit Lions, takeaways on offense, defense and special teams, and more.

O'HARA'S WEEK 2 PREVIEW: Lions looking to best Seahawks this time around

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 2 matchup vs. the Seahawks including an early-season revenge game, three keys for Detroit and more.

O'HARA: What we learned from Week 1

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' Week 1 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.

O'HARA'S MONDAY COUNTDOWN: How Lions' rookies performed in Week 1 win over Chiefs

This week's Monday Countdown looks at how the Lions' top four draft picks performed, how HC Dan Campbell views QB Jared Goff's streak of passes without an INT and more.

TIM AND MIKE: Week 1 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 21-20 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.

O'HARA'S WEEK 1 PREVIEW: To keep up excitement, Lions know they must deliver

Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 1 matchup vs. the Chiefs including embracing expectations, three things to consider for each team and more.

Holmes confident Lions can win NFC North

GM Brad Holmes is confident the Lions can win the NFC North this year, and that they'll be ready for a big first test Week 1 vs. the defending Super Bowl Champion Chiefs.

O'HARA: What we learned from preseason Week 3

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' preseason Week 3 victory over the Carolina Panthers.

TIM AND MIKE: Preseason Week 3 observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' 26-17 preseason victory over the Carolina Panthers.

O'HARA: Camp may be a grind, but rookie Brodric Martin loved it anyways

The excitement and joy that rookie DL Brodric Martin displayed on the day the Detroit Lions drafted him has not been dulled by the rigors of training camp.

TIM AND MIKE: August 23 practice observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from Detroit Lions practice.

Montgomery talks Lions scrimmage, running back room & more

Detroit Lions RB David Montgomery talked to reporters Tuesday about the scrimmage at practice, why he likes the current running back room and more.

TIM AND MIKE: August 22 practice observations

Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from Detroit Lions practice.

O'HARA: What we learned from preseason Week 2

Mike O'Hara takes a look at what we learned from the Detroit Lions' preseason Week 2 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.

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