When Lions DE Cliff Avril didn’t take part in drills open to media Wednesday, it was assumed the reason for his absence was partly because of the concussion that forced him from Sunday’s game against ...

One of the more interesting things I found in my conversation with star defensive lineman Cliff Avril, now with Seattle, was who did and didn’t wish him well when he departed the Detroit Lions. “I ...

GRAND RAPIDS -- All Cliff Avril asks for is a chance to prove himself. The second-year defensive end from Purdue, who flashed lots of potential while starting four games for the Detroit Lions last ...

No. 1 seed Red Lion received a scare from Cedar Cliff Thursday night in the District 3 Class 6A quarterfinals, but the Lions found a way through in a 32-30 victory to reach the bracket’s final four.