Overview
A closer look at the great moments and the lowlights from one of the NFL’s most historic teams
Written by Lomas Brown, the former Detroit Lions offensive tackle who paved the way for Barry Sanders, and Mike Isenberg, this work is an insider’s account of the last 20 years of the team’s history. A behind-the-scenes look at the era, Brown shares stories about coaches from Wayne Fontes to Jim Caldwell and stars including Barry Sanders, Calvin Johnson, Matthew Stafford, Ndamukong Suh, and more. This book covers all of the successes and failures, elation and embarrassment of recent Lions history, making it essential reading for any fan.
Author Biography
Lomas Brown was an offensive tackle for the Detroit Lions for 11 seasons. He is a sports broadcaster and analyst for ESPN. He lives in Detroit, Michigan. Mike Isenberg is an Emmy award-winning coordinating producer at Fox Sports Detroit and lives in West Bloomfield, Michigan
Press Releases
If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Detroit Lions Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box
By Lomas Brown and Mike Isenberg
Contact: Bill Ames, Triumph Books, 312.676.4256, b.ames@triumphbooks.com
The Detroit Lions have a long and fascinating history that dates back to the 1930s. From the highs to the lows, there are endless stories about the team that even the most die-hard fans don’t know.
Lomas Brown, former offensive tackle for the Lions, has taken fans behind-the-scenes as only he can in his new book If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Detroit Lions Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box (Triumph Books, October 15, 2016). This excellent new release includes 20 years of history with entertaining stories about the players, coaches, and opponents Lomas knew while he was with the Lions. Highlights include:
- Lomas’ answer to the question he is always asked: Is Barry Sanders the best running back in NFL history?
- A chapter on the modern-day Lions, including Stafford and Megatron
- Lomas touches on how difficult it was to leave the Lions and why Detroit will always be his home
- The greatest opponents Lomas has played against: Lawrence Taylor, Richard Dent, Chris Doleman, Bruce Smith, etc.
- A look at why the Lions should’ve reached out for help during the 2015 season
Perfect for the fans headed to Ford Field this fall, If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Detroit Lions Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box is an excellent look at the last 20 years of Lions history, told by a player who saw it all. Filled with never-before-heard
About the Authors:
Lomas Brown was an offensive tackle for the Detroit Lions for 11 seasons. He is a sports broadcaster and analyst for ESPN. He lives in Detroit, Michigan.
Mike Isenberg is an Emmy award-winning coordinating producer at Fox Sports Detroit and lives in West Bloomfield, Michigan.
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