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- Lions record under Millen was 31-84
- Hired in 2001
- Full name: Matthew George Millen
- Born: March 12, 1958
- Birthplace: Hokendauqua, Pennsylvania
- College: Penn State
- Former Detroit Lions team president
- Position: Linebacker
- Four-time Super Bowl champion
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Detroit Lions team President Matt Millen was fired from his position on September 24, 2008. Millen's firing was confirmed by the team, after both parties initially did not giving details of his release. The news of his dismissal was first reported by FOX sports.com reporter Jay Glazer, then confirmed by ESPN's Chris Mortensen.ESPN.com: Matt Millen removed as Lions team President, CEO
Millen's Career in Detroit
Millen was hired as Team President of the Lions franchise in 2001. He had no prior experience as a Team CEO and had quit television broadcasting to take on the position. His tenure was marked by turmoil. The team had undergone several Head Coaching changes during his time with the team, and had not been able to reach the playoffs under his leadership. The Lions were 31-84 under Millen.FOX Sports.com: Millen out as Lions president, GMMatt Millen Fired Reactions
"We're fine. In the world's view, this may look like failure. It's been a hard road, football-wise, but we've gotten a lot of eternal blessings. We'll move forward. I told him, 'You're out of football prison now' and we have a greater purpose."—Patty Millen, wife of Matt MillenESPN.com: Matt Millen removed as Lions team President, CEO-
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Matt Millen Fired Questions
Matte and Glossy laptop screen for Mac Pro? 2 AnswersHi, Look at the photo below. You can clearly see the difference between "matte" and "gloss" screens. (Left in both is "matte" and right in both is "glossy"). "M... read more
Is Michael Crabtree the next Matt Harrington? 3 AnswersEli Manning refused to play for the Chargers the year he was drafted, and it forced them to select him, then immediately trade him to the New York Giants, thoug... read more
How do fires "jump" across several miles of a city? 1 AnswerHello @leachypeachy, This is typically the result of wind and burning debris (a la sparks) being carried from the burning section of the city (or woods, whereve... read more
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Matt Millen Fired News and Articles
- ESPN Video: Fallout of Matt Millen's Firing (Time: 2:25)
- Google News: Matt Millen Fired
- Mlive.com: Report: End of Millen era for Lions (September 24, 2008)
- NFL.com Video: Matt Millen Is Out in Detroit (Time: 4:43)
- Freep.com: Matt Millen out as Lions CEO (September 24, 2008)
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@morepete Matt Millen, the Detroit Lions managed who was so bad even the Lions fired him? *That* Matt Millen?
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Matt Millen just said he would love to make Steve Smith (CAR) a safety. Why was this guy fired?
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Matt Millen gets fired from Lions but finds a job with ESPN and NFL network? Con spricay.
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