Chris Schad

Chris Schad

Joined: Jan 28, 2025

Chris is an associate editor for the FanSided Regional Network. He grew up in Minnesota, where he promptly hit the "failed-middle-school-athlete-to-writer" pipeline. Chris graduated from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls and has written for numerous sites since 2011, including Bleacher Report, Yahoo! and Bring Me The News. A pro wrestling enthusiast when he's not watching sports, Chris is also the co-host of The Viking Age podcast.

Jan 28, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; Detroit Lions wide receiver Josh Reynolds (8) looks on during warmups before the NFC Championship football game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

3 Former Lions Who Could Lose Their Jobs After Draft

Jan 19, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) in the tunnel against the Philadelphia Eagles in a 2025 NFC divisional round game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Ex-Lions QB Matthew Stafford's Future is Clear After Post-Draft News

Nov 24, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell walks the sideline during a game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Grace Hollars/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

Lions Announce 1st Look at New Rookies on Field is Right Around Corner

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell talks with reporters about the third day of OTAs Thursday, May 25, 2023. Near the end of the press conference Campbell had fun taking a few questions about his t-shirt with GM Brad Holmes on the front.

Lions Draft Pick Can't Contain His Excitement About Joining Team

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes walks off the field after the 20-6 win over the Atlanta Falcons at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023.

Brad Holmes Already Trying to Protect Lions Rookie From Backlash

Feb 25, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Lions GM Nearly Made Even More Trades During Draft

NFC Divisional Playoffs: Washington Commanders v Detroit Lions

Huge NFL News Makes Lions Stud's Exit Even More Likely in Near-Future

Feb 26, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Boise State defensive lineman Ahmed Hassanein (DL50) during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Lions' Historic Pick Had an Even Better Draft Day Than Fans Realize

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell speaks to members of the media at the Detroit Lions practice facility in Allen Park on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, following his team’s NFC divisional playoff loss.

Lions Sneak in Major Contract News During NFL Draft

Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan defensive back Will Johnson (DB17) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tanner Pearson-Imagn Images

Lions Had Good Reasons to Pass on Potential Draft Steal

Detroit Lions fans cheer on against Washington Commanders during the second half of the NFC divisional round at Ford Field in Detroit on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025.

Lions Fans Get Ridiculed at NFL Draft for Questionable Behavior

Detroit Lions defensive end Marcus Davenport (92) pressures Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, September 8, 2024.

Lions Defender Who Just Returned is on Thin Ice Entering NFL Draft

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell and quarterback Jared Goff (16) watch a replay against San Francisco 49ers during the second half at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024.

Lions Shake Up QB Room on Eve of Draft by Cutting Vet

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell and exec. vice president and general manager Brad Holmes walk off the field together during day two of the Detroit Lions training camp at the Detroit Lions Headquarters in Dearborn, Mich. on Thursday, July 25, 2024.

Lions Should Trade for Star Defender During the NFL Draft

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell speaks to members of the media at the Detroit Lions practice facility in Allen Park on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, following his team’s NFC divisional playoff loss.

Former Lions Fan Favorite Still Without a Job as NFL Draft Approaches

Detroit Lions Executive Vice President & General Manager Brad Holmes speaks to the press about their season, how it ended and what’s next at the Detroit Lions headquarters and training facility in Allen Park, Mich., Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025.

Lions Would Be Foolish to Move On From Playmaker This Offseason