The Brisbane Lions are facing regarding player commitment. Their AFL title defence has generated trade talk. Caroline Wilson reported on Lachie Neale's contract.
In the CFL, the BC Lions face the Montreal Alouettes in Week 3. That game is Sept. 13 at 4 a.m. CET, or 10 p.m. ET Sept. 12. The Detroit Lions get ready for their NFL opener against the New Orleans Saints. Analysts say that victory over the Bears gives them something to work with for the postseason.