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.

Sep 22, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson (97) looks on prior to the game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images

Lions’ Controversial Offseason Move Makes More Sense With Latest Aidan Hutchinson Update

Detroit Lions executive vice president and general manager Brad Holmes, left, and Lions head coach Dan Campbell head off the practice field at the team's training facility in Allen Park on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024.

Lions Position Change News Shouldn't Change Draft Plans

Lions Standout Putting Target on Detroit's Head With Offseason Comments

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 Star Admits Detroit Wasn't His Preferred Landing Spot

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

Popular Lions Trade Target Just Got More Difficult To Acquire

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer leaves the main theater stage after she announces Giovanni Manu a tackle from British Columbia after the Lions traded up for the 126th pick on Saturday, April 26, 2024 for the third day of the NFL Draft in Detroit.

Lions Draft Picks: Full List of Detroit's 2025 Picks and Trades

Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold (0) waits to run out of the tunnel at the start of the Thursday Night Football against the Green Bay Packers at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.

Terrion Arnold Reveals Reason Behind Heartwarming Change Before 2025 Season

Apr 1, 2025; Palm Beach, FL, USA; Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell answers questions from the media during the NFL Annual League Meeting at The Breakers. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Controversial Lions' Rule Change Proposal Was Reportedly Not Detroit's Idea

Sep 30, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez (44) celebrates after sacking Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) in the second quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

Underrated Lions Defender Takes Another Big Step in Return From Injury

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (26) exits the field after 31-9 win over Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025.

Jahmyr Gibbs Comments on Surprising Offseason Reveal

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams (9) takes a selfie to celebrate 40-34 win over San Francisco 49ers as he exits the field at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024.

Lions GM Teases Jameson Williams Announcement at NFL Owners Meeting

Detroit Lions linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez (44) celebrates his tackle on Atlanta Falcons cornerback Mike Hughes (21) during second-half action at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023.

Lions Defender Makes Huge Off-Field Announcement During Week 3 of Free Agency

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell watches a play against Minnesota Vikings during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025.

Lions Star Already Working Out With Weapon Team Re-Signed in Free Agency

Jan 5, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions Head Coach Dan Campbell (L) shakes hands with Minnesota Vikings Head Coach Sean McDermott after the game at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

Lions Proposing Big NFL Rule Change After NFC North Drama

Nov 10, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA;Detroit Lions defensive end Pat O'Connor (95) and teammates celebrate after Houston Texans place kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn (15) (not pictured) missed the game winning field goal in the fourth quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-Imagn Images

Lions Just Made Sneaky-Good Signing in 2nd Week of Free Agency

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 Immediately Put New Signings on Chopping Block With Latest Move