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Are the Detroit Lions ever going to get over the hump and make it deep into the playoffs? That’s something that Matt Patricia and the other coaches are trying to figure out. In Patricia’s first season as the head coach in 2018, the team went 6-10 and were last place in the NFC North. The […]

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford is coming off an injury-plagued 2018 NFL season. It appears his injuries were worse than what was initially reported. Stafford had been nursing a back injury down the final stretch of the season. According to Mike O’Hara of the team’s official website, he had reportedly played through broken bones in […]

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford has plenty of experience in the NFL, but he’s having to learn a new offense just like his rookie teammates this year. And as he sees it, that puts an extra burden on him, to know Darrell Bevell’s wishes so he can effectively communicate them. “That’s my biggest challenge at […]

Aaron Rodgers, clearly, isn’t the best beer-chugger among NFL quarterbacks. The Green Bay Packers superstar, though, definitely isn’t concerned about his playing peers “finally” being better at something than he is. During a chat with reporters after Tuesday’s sessions of offseason team activities, Rodgers touched on the beer-chugging phenomenon sweeping the NFL, ever confident in […]

The Detroit Lions offense led by Matthew Stafford has had their issues the last few years and new offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell has come into change that. Stafford has been a decent quarterback during his career but it hasn’t resulted in a ton of wins, and with him getting up in age, the team needs […]

The Detroit Lions had a disappointing year in Matt Patricia’s first season as head coach. The Lions ended the year with a 6-10 record, finishing last in the NFC North. There were high expectations before the 2018 season with Patricia coming from the New England Patriots. Matthew Stafford had a ton of weapons at his […]

The Detroit Lions made a change at offensive coordinator this offseason which means Matthew Stafford has been learning a new offense. It has been a busy offseason for Stafford helping care for his wife who had a tumor removed from her brain, but he has had time to put his nose in the playbook and […]

Detroit Lions starting quarterback Matthew Stafford has become the consummate pro over the years. Spending his entire NFL playing career as a member of the Lions, the seasoned signal caller is currently gearing up for his 11th season atop the highest level. As a result of his continued success on the field in addition to […]

It’s been a trying past couple months for the Stafford family. Kelly Stafford, the wife of Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford, found out she had a brain tumor last month. She underwent surgery in April and thankfully has been recovering nicely ever since. Stafford has had to balance his responsibilities as a husband and a […]

The Stafford family has been going through a very tough time. Kelly Stafford, the wife of Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford, was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor last month. She underwent surgery, and fortunately, it was successful. She’s been recovering ever since and has been documenting her progress on her Instagram page. The Lions […]

The Detroit Lions took University of Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson with the eighth overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft on Thursday night, and quarterback Matthew Stafford is already looking forward to working with him. Hockenson told TMZ Sports that Stafford, who has been tending to his wife while she recovers from surgery to […]

Thankfully, we have some good news on this front. Everything seems to be going well in the recovery of Kelly Stafford, the wife of Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford. Back on April 3rd, we heard that she had been diagnosed with a brain tumor. A couple of days ago, we heard that she had returned […]

Kelly Stafford, the wife of Detroit Lions’ quarterback, Matthew Stafford, has announced on Instagram that she is now home from the hospital after having a brain tumor removed last week. Kelly stated that she was diagnosed with an acoustic neuroma earlier in the year, which she discovered after dealing with spells of vertigo back in […]

Tragic news in the NFL today. Kelly Stafford, the wife of Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford, announced today on Instagram that she has a brain tumor, per Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. Stafford said she will be having surgery to remove the tumor in the coming weeks. It’s awful news, and we should all be hoping for […]

The Miami Dolphins have a capable starting quarterback on the roster. Free agent signee Ryan Fitzpatrick, remember, put together perhaps the finest season of his underdog career in 2018, throwing for 2,366 yards, 17 touchdowns, 12 interceptions, and a league-leading 9.6 yards per attempt. While good enough to be Miami’s starter next season, though, that […]

Matthew Stafford was hardly the Detroit Lions’ biggest problem last season. Considering his recent career norms, though, it’s also fair to submit the 10-year veteran was hardly at his best, throwing for 21 touchdowns, 11 interceptions, and 3,777 yards en route to a 53.8 QBR – the 22nd-best best mark in football, behind the likes […]

The Detriot Lions have a franchise quarterback in Matthew Stafford, but the team is still seeming to struggle to put the right pieces around him to make the playoffs and take that next step forward. During an interview on SiriusXM NFL Radio, general manager Bob Quinn said that is the key this NFL offseason that the […]

Detroit Lions general manager Bob Quinn is not here for the Matthew Stafford slander. Stafford may have had one of the worst statistical seasons of his career, but Bob Quinn recently reassured people at a press conference that he will still be on board with the team, regardless. “No, Matthew Stafford is our quarterback. He’ll […]

The upcoming NFL playoffs will be devoid of some of the biggest stars in football today – and apparently also some of the league’s best-paid quarterbacks. In fact, according to this post by Bleacher Report on Sunday, the playoffs will be without the six highest-paid signal-callers in 2016. Top 6 highest paid QBs …None of […]

In spite of recent rumors to the contrary, Detroit Lions first-year head coach Matt Patricia says that the team is committed to quarterback Matthew Stafford, according to Michael David Smith of Pro Football Talk. “We’re in a situation where Matt Stafford‘s our quarterback. That’s what it is. I think the world of the guy,” Patricia said. […]

Could Matthew Stafford’s tenure with the Detroit Lions be coming to a close? Multiple NFL insiders think so. According to Mike Sando of ESPN.com, an anonymous league executive feels that Lions head coach Matt Patricia and general manager Bob Quinn—both of whom spent time with the New England Patriots—are going to want a quarterback more […]

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford is expected to play in Week 16 against the Minnesota Vikings despite a back injury, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Lions’ QB Matthew Stafford, listed as questionable for Sunday’s game vs the Vikings due to a back injury, is expected to play, per source. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December […]

The Detroit Lions are already dealing with a ton of injuries and now there is a chance they could be without Matthew Stafford for Sunday’s showdown with the Minnesota Vikings although he still says he plans on playing. Stafford is dealing with a back injury that has kept him out of practice this week and the […]

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford is expected to play Sunday against the Buffalo Bills despite a back injury, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. Lions’ QB Matthew Stafford, listed as questionable for Sunday due to a back injury, is expected to play vs. Bills, per source. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 16, 2018 Stafford originally hurt […]

Former NFL great Peyton Manning has put together some wise words of advice for Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford ahead of Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills. The Lions will try to build off their Week 14 win over the Arizona Cardinals when they head to Buffalo to take on a stout Bills defense, and […]

Throughout his NFL career, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford has played through numerous injuries, which become a part of his strong reputation. This has once again been the case as Stafford is currently dealing with a back injury that he suffered back on Dec. 2 against the Los Angeles Rams. Despite it continuing to be […]

The Detroit Lions came up short against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 13. It appears quarterback Matthew Stafford left the game a bit shaken up as well. Stafford has practiced in limited fashion all week due to a back injury. According to Kyle Meinke of MLive.com, he is questionable for Sunday’s tilt versus the […]

The New York Giants must know it but won’t fully admit that the Eli Manning era is over. What’s weird is that former head coach Ben McAdoo saw the writing on the wall last season. McAdoo made a gutsy call to bench Manning and fans of the Giants went bonkers. However, as the Giants have struggled […]

Thanksgiving dinner for the Detroit Lions and their fans was spoiled at the hands of the Chicago Bears. The Lions fell to their division rivals, 23-16, in what was a snooze fest of a game. The only exciting moment came towards the end when Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford threw a pick six to Bears defender […]

Detroit Lions running back LeGarrette Blount spoke highly of his teammate and starting quarterback Matthew Stafford, per Kyle Meinke of Mlive Media Group. LeGarrette Blount on Matthew Stafford: "Obviously, he’s an elite quarterback. I think he’s one of the best in this league. I don’t think that its fault that we can — I don’t […]

Over the last couple of weeks, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford has come under fire for the team’s lack of consistent success on the field, as they currently sit in last place in the NFC North standings with a 3-6 mark heading into Week 11 action. This led to head coach Matt Patricia coming to […]

At the beginning of the season, the Detroit Lions were doing a great job of protecting Matthew Stafford but the last few weeks they have gone off the rails and offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter knows that he needs to do better to get him more protection. In the last two games against the Minnesota […]

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford and wide receiver Golden Tate are one of the best connections in team history with Stafford only completing more passes to Calvin Johnson. It is clear that Stafford is a bit disappointed that Tate was shipped off to the Philadelphia Eagles earlier this week, but he knows it’s part of […]

Earlier this week, Ndamukong Suh said on Instagram that Jared Goff is the best quarterback he has ever played with. Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford, who played alongside Suh, isn’t too concerned about his comments and doesn’t take any offense to them. Suh posted a picture on Instagram which depicted him staring at Goff with […]

Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers are ready for a key NFC North matchup with Matthew Stafford and the Detroit Lions on Sunday afternoon. It is a game that both teams need in order to set the tone for the rest of their seasons. Both teams have loads of talent, but they have shown […]

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford will be ready to go for the team’s Week 2 matchup with the San Francisco 49ers after suffering a leg injury in Week 1. “I’m doing OK,” Stafford said on The Mitch Albom Show, per Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press. “I’m feeling healthy and good to go.” Stafford got […]

The Detroit Lions are currently taking a pounding at the hands of Sam Darnold and the New York Jets. At this point, the very last thing the Lions would like to see is starting quarterback Matthew Stafford to get hurt. But that’s exactly what happened midway through the third quarter, when Stafford was hit hard by […]

There is no question that Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford is known as one of the most prominent gunslingers during the regular season. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said about his performance in the playoffs. There is a very good chance that Stafford retires as one of the most prolific passers in NFL history from […]

Through much of the last four seasons, Eric Ebron has held down the starting spot for the Detroit Lions, but the team has elected to part ways with him. Ebron has since been scooped up by the Indianapolis Colts where he will take on the same role in their passing game. This has left the […]