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Stafford could start Week 1
Stafford could start Week 1
Beat writer Tom Kowalski points out that Matthew Stafford is "on the fast track to become the Lions' starting quarterback when the season opens Sept. 13 in New Orleans." Stafford has reportedly passed all tests "with flying colors," and the Lions now believe the No. 1 overall pick is even ...
TheBaker’s NFL Preview: Detroit Lions
TheBaker’s NFL Preview: Detroit Lions
rumorsandrants.com — It hasn’t been a bright 12 months in the Motor City. General Motors went belly up, the... city’s mayor resigned amidst an avalanche of controversies and Robocop never showed up. The city is so far in the dumps that Thomas Jane’s fictional enormous penis in HBO’s ... (more) TheBaker’s NFL Preview: Detroit Lions
Bulk of Daunte Culpepper's contract with Lions doesn't kick in until season starts
mlive.com — Daunte Culpepper is currently the Detroit Lions' No. 1 quarterback and, at worst, he's expected to go... into the season as the team's No. 2 (behind rookie first-round pick Matthew Stafford). However, the Lions have given themselves some wiggle room...  ... (more) Bulk of Daunte Culpepper's contract with Lions doesn't ...
Lions sign DeAndre Levy
Lions sign DeAndre Levy
novafantasysports.com — Update: Third-round pick DeAndre Levy has agreed to a three-year deal with the Lions, according to ESPN.... Financial terms were not disclosed. Fantasy Impact: Levy had a shot to start at middle linebacker, but the team signed veteran Larry Foote. Levy should begin as a backup, but he is ... (more) Lions sign DeAndre Levy
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