ALLEN PARK -- The Detroit Lions will have their second public off-site practice Wednesday evening, but this one won't be in the friendly confines of a comfortable Division II stadium.

This baby's under the bright lights of Ford Field.

The 7:30 p.m. practice is open to the public, and tickets aren't even required. If you want to get an early peek at your professional footballers, just show up at Ford Field. You're in. That's it.

The workout is the latest installment in new coach Jim Caldwell's efforts to keep things interesting for his players. And it seems to be working. Players kicked up the intensity a notch last week at Wayne State, and I'd expect more of the same tonight.

COMING UP

A few things we'll be watching today:

* You know Detroit has had a drama-free camp when the biggest storyline has been its kicker battle. Giorgio Tavecchio is riding a streak of 21 straight conversions, while Nate Freese has been erratic but has hit his past five. It'll be interesting to see how those guys react to kicking at Ford Field.

* Is Jonathan Baldwin with the team? Detroit claimed him on Monday, but the receiver wasn't with the team Tuesday. It seems there was some kind of hangup with his physical. He's a longshot to make the team regardless, but he is a former first-round pick and it'd be interesting to see what he's got if he can ever get on the field.

* I'm getting interested in Kyle Van Noy, who was reputed by coaches as a three-down linebacker who would contribute right away, yet remains relegated to second-team reps both in practice and on the depth chart. Ashlee Palmer just might have more of a shot at the strong-side job than originally expected.

* Something I'll watch closely: How are Kellen Moore and James Franklin doing? The Lions still haven't determined whether they'll keep a third quarterback. Franklin hasn't done much (yet) to warrant consideration. Moore at this point seems to have a better shot of sticking, but needs to practice better for Detroit to devote a third roster spot to the position.

* Check back this evening for the latest news, as well as our daily notes and observations. We'll also have a photo gallery and video from the practice if you can't make it to Detroit.

LOOKING BACK

In case you missed them, here are some items worth reading:

* LaAdrian Waddle and Nate Freese were among the notable starters on Detroit's first depth chart. Here's a look at the whole thing. In unrelated news, anyone know a good carpal tunnel doctor?

* Our beloved Gillian Van Stratt dropped in on practice Tuesday and stalked Eric Ebron's hands. No, really. Here's photographic evidence.

* Has anyone used the "Heeeere's Johnny!" joke yet? What? Everyone on God's green earth has? Oh, Ok. Well anyway, Johnny Football makes his NFL debut against Detroit. Darius Slay recalls the last time he faced Johnny Football.

* Justin Rogers filed his camp notes like it's his job.

* Gallery from practice. With photos!