Cliff Avril

Cliff Avril On Lions, Seahawks And Free Agency

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.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/03/27

DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 16: Cliff Avril #92 of the Detroit Lions pumps his arms after a tackle during a NFL game against the San Francisco 49ers at Ford Field on October 16, 2011 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Dave Reginek/Getty Images)

Did Cliff Avril Leave Detroit On Bad Terms?

It would be nice if your old boss called you if you left your job.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/03/26

DETROIT, MI - DECEMBER 12: Louis Delmas #26 of the Detroit Lions leaves the field celebrating a 7-3 victory over the Green Bay Packers on December 12, 2010 at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Caputo: Three Needs The Lions Still Need To Address In Free Agency And NFL Draft

Especially considering the loss of Cliff Avril in free agency, the Lions desperately need a speed pass rusher from the outside on their defensive line.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/03/15

Cliff Avril #92 of the Detroit Lions talks with Ndamukong Suh #90 in pre game prior to the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. (Photo by Scott Boehm/Getty Images)

Seahawks Finalize Deal With DE Cliff Avril

The decision Cliff Avril ultimately faced was whether he’d be comfortable accepting a shorter deal with the Seattle Seahawks for the chance to play with a rising club that will likely go into next season as a Super Bowl contender.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/03/15

Detroit Lions' Cliff Avril. (Getty Images File)

AP Source: Avril, Seahawks Reach Deal

Free agent defensive end Cliff Avril and the Seattle Seahawks reached agreement on a contract Wednesday that addresses one of Seattle’s big offseason desires to improve the pass rush along the defensive line.

97.1 The Ticket–2013/03/14

Key Questions For 2013: The Biggest Issue Facing Every Team

Do they bring back defensive end Cliff Avril?

97.1 The Ticket–2013/02/12

DETROIT, MI - DECEMBER 02: Andrew Luck #12 of the Indianapolis Colts scrambles out of the reach of Ndamukong Suh #90 of the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on December 2, 2012 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Dave Reginek/Getty Images)

Overheard In Lions Locker Room After Heartbreaking Loss

Anybody who has grown up in these parts has experienced their fair share of heartbreaking losses, especially when it’s the Detroit Lions that are involved.

97.1 The Ticket–2012/12/03