Lions Legend Lomas Brown Wins Fraud Lawsuit After Charity Exploited Sick Kids — Detroit Protects Its Gentle Giant
Detroit, MI — Lomas Brown has always stood taller than his 6’4” frame. For a full decade, the gentle giant anchored Detroit’s offensive line, earning seven Pro Bowl selections, an All-Pro honor in 1991 and helping drive the Lions into four playoff appearances. Yet, his most powerful impact has always been off the field.
Brown founded his own charitable foundation focused on children battling cancer and financial literacy for families across Michigan. He organized golf fundraisers that generated hundreds of thousands of dollars for local children’s hospitals and worked with the NFLPA to ensure retired players received long-term care. Fans cherished him not only for protecting quarterbacks — but for protecting people.
That legacy came under threat when a charity partner misused donations from events tied to Brown’s name. Funds meant for pediatric care and youth support were instead consumed by excessive administrative costs and unapproved personal expenditures. Betrayal of that scale demanded action, and Brown launched a lawsuit to defend the families who trusted his heart.
Audits uncovered that less than half the pledged money made it to Detroit kids, far below the promises made publicly. More than seven hundred thousand dollars disappeared into wasteful spending that did nothing to help children fighting for their lives.
Brown refused to let the wrongdoing continue in silence. He sued for misappropriation of charitable funds, determined to restore trust — and restore hope — to the community he never stopped serving.
The Detroit Lions provided legal backing through the process, assembling documentation and supporting Brown’s push for transparency. The message from the franchise was unmistakable: Detroit stands with its legends long after they leave the field.
A judge has now ruled overwhelmingly in Brown’s favor. The fraudulent operators must pay more than two million dollars in restitution, their leadership barred from nonprofit management for at least ten years and all remaining funds immediately redirected to Detroit children’s programs.
Brown denied any personal payout. Every single recovered dollar will go to hospitals, family assistance initiatives and youth development — the mission that fueled his life long after his cleats were hung up.
With 161 starts, seven Pro Bowls and a Hall-worthy résumé, Brown reached greatness on the field. But now, his greatest legacy might be protecting Detroit’s children from those who tried to profit off their pain.
Detroit celebrates more than justice tonight. It celebrates a protector who still blocks for others — not from defensive ends, but from threats to their future. And in this city, that’s what makes a Lion a legend.
SCHEDULE UPDATE: How to Watch Kansas City Chiefs vs. Seattle Seahawks Preseason Week 2: TV, Streaming, and Radio Options
After a narrow 20–17 preseason loss to the Arizona Cardinals, the Kansas City Chiefs are wasting no time looking ahead to their next test — a Friday night trip to face the Seattle Seahawks. The team will be eager to bounce back and refine their performance in a competitive environment.
For Andy Reid’s squad, Preseason Week 2 is more than just another exhibition; it’s often the dress rehearsal where starters see their longest action before the regular season kicks off. Fans could expect to see Patrick Mahomes and the first-team offense on the field for multiple series, working to sharpen timing, communication, and execution.
Meanwhile, rookies and depth players will be fighting to make a lasting impression in the battle for roster spots. This game will also serve as an important measuring stick for Kansas City’s readiness under challenging conditions. Lumen Field’s deafening crowd noise will test the Chiefs’ composure and sideline communication — a perfect tune-up before the stakes rise in September.
📅 Date: Friday, August 15, 2025
⏰ Kickoff Time: 9:00 PM CT (7:00 PM PT)
📍 Location: Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA
📺 TV Broadcast:
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Kansas City:
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Wichita: KWCH (Channel 12)
📻 Radio Broadcast:
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Kansas City area: KFNZ 96.5 FM
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Wichita area: KNSS 98.7 FM
📊 Betting Line: Chiefs -2.5 | Over/Under: 38.5 (FanDuel)
