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Could the Detroit Lions trade Matthew Stafford? It is a topic that has been rather frequently discussed of late, as many feel that the Lions should go into all-out rebuilding mode and move Stafford in the process. But general manager Bob Quinn continues to say that won’t be happening. According to Justin Rogers of The […]

The Detroit Lions picked quarterback Matthew Stafford with the first overall pick in the 2009 NFL Draft. Since then, he has been their franchise quarterback. In that time, Matthew Stafford has had some truly wonderful seasons. However, that has not translated to all that much success for the Lions. They have won zero playoff games […]

Rumors have started to swirl about Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford being shopped on the trade market this offseason. As a result, general manager Bob Quinn is now doing what he can to downplay the rumors. The local coverage in Detroit has doubled down on the notion that Detroit is gauging what kind of return […]

Matthew Stafford to the Colts? It’s not a ridiculous question. It’s rumor season in the National Football League, as leading up to the draft, it’s hard to know which trade rumors are real and which ones are just teams trying to pull a fast one. After years of mediocrity in the NFC North, one of […]

Reports have begun to surface regarding Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford being involved in trade talks this offseason. It appears they will not be subsiding any time soon. The Lions have since denied the rumor that reportedly confirmed Stafford was being shopped. Local 4 has doubled down on their sources. We stand by our story […]

On Thursday morning, everyone awoke to a late-night report that the Detroit Lions are speaking to teams about possibly trading Matthew Stafford. Just hours after the report surfaced, Lions GM Bob Quinn denied the Stafford trade rumors. The report that Stafford was being shopped around was spread by WDIV-TV (a local news network in Detroit). […]

The New England Patriots are currently compiling a list of options at quarterback in case Tom Brady departs in free agency. Could Matthew Stafford be an option for the Patriots if they lose Brady this offseason? Brady, who has played 20 seasons in New England, is going to test the open market for the first […]

The NFC North was top-heavy during the 2019 season with the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings both making the playoffs. The Chicago Bears couldn’t get consistent play out of Mitchell Trubisky which caused them to struggle, and Matthew Stafford’s injury derailed any hope for the Lions. Each team in the NFC North believes with […]

Hall of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner, a Super Bowl champion and two-time MVP, has some thoughts on the future of Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford. Stafford, turning 32 years old next week, hurt his back in a bad way during the 2019 NFL season, forcing him to sit out the second half of the season […]

The NFL offseason is about to be in full swing and everyone is excited for free agency and the NFL draft. Often many people overlook trades as a way for their favorite team to improve. So what trades need to happen that could shake up the NFL? Let’s break four of them down. Cam Newton […]

Matthew Stafford was sidelined for a decent portion of the 2019 season but that won’t deter the Detroit Lions from starting him in 2020. In an interview on Sirius XM NFL Radio, Bob Quinn said that Detroit is content with Stafford being their starting quarterback next season. “Yeah, I’m totally comfortable and happy that Matthew […]

Former NFL linebacker Bart Scott thinks the Detroit Lions should shake up the lead by trading Matthew Stafford to the New England Patriots. On Tuesday morning, on ESPN’s Get Up, Scott said it would make a lot of sense for both sides to try and work out a trade. Scott knows the Patriots will be […]

The Detroit Lions drafted Matthew Stafford with the first overall pick all the way back in 2009. Since then, the quarterback has been fantastic for them. In fact, even in 2019, he was great. Stafford only appeared in eight games due to injury. Even though he played just eight games, he still managed 2,499 passing […]

Detroit Lions veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford missed the final eight games of the 2019 NFL season after fracturing his back in spite of his insistence to play through the pain. Instead, journeyman backup quarterback Jeff Driskel and undrafted rookie David Blough had to share the starting job in Stafford’s absence for the remainder of the […]

The Detroit Lions started off the season hot but they quickly fell off and it’s been another disappointing year in the Motor City. Every year it seems Lions fans think next year is going to be their year, and every year it turns out not to happen. This season there were some positives and a […]

The Detroit Lions are hoping to end the 2019 NFL season on a high note over the next two games. Unfortunately, they will have to do it without quarterback Matthew Stafford. According to ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter, the Lions have opted to place Stafford on injured reserve: Lions placing QB Matthew Stafford on IR. […]

The Detroit Lions are finding out on Saturday that the NFL is cracking down on how injury designations are being handled. The NFL has fined Detroit’s organization $75,000 and Matt Patricia $10,000 for violating the NFL’s Injury Report Policy, per Adam Schefter. NFL fined the Lions’ organization $75,000, HC Matt Patricia $25,000, and GM Bob […]

The Detroit Lions have plenty of needs to improve their roster for next season and they have to consider taking a wide receiver. Given that, the Lions and Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy would be an intriguing match. In Matt Patricia’s second season as head coach, the Lions currently have a 3-8-1 record and is […]

The Detroit Lions have been without quarterback Matthew Stafford for the past four weeks due to a back injury, one that is expected to sideline Stafford for the remainder of the season. The good news is that Stafford says the back issue is healing “as it should” and that he should be just fine for […]

Detroit Lions franchise quarterback Matthew Stafford has been sidelined after fracturing multiple bones in his back earlier this season. The 31-year-old gunslinger was on track for a solid season in the Motor City, throwing nearly 2,500 yards, 19 touchdowns, and five interceptions in eight games. While Stafford has lobbied to get back in the lineup […]

With Matthew Stafford missing the last three games with a back injury and possibly the remainder of the season, the Detroit Lions have been desperate for help at quarterback behind incumbent starter Jeff Driskel. According to ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter, the Lions were interested in bringing in quarterback Josh Johnson, but were prevented from […]

Matthew Stafford will miss his third straight game for the Detroit Lions in Week 12 against the Washington Redskins. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Detroit has discussed “shutting down” Stafford for the rest of the season. The Lions’ franchise quarterback has been dealing with a back injury that has prevented him from practicing for nearly […]

The Detroit Lions have struggled to get in the win column during quarterback Matthew Stafford’s recent absence. It seems they will have to find a way without him once again versus the Washington Redskins in Week 12. Stafford has been sidelined the last two games with broken bones in his back. According to NFL Network […]

This season has been rough for the Detroit Lions as they struggled to string together wins. With their playoff hopes now in danger of slipping, it’s understandable why Matthew Stafford is desperate to play more football. Stafford fractured the bones in his back and won’t be involved in any snaps any time soon. However, the […]

The Detroit Lions have been hesitant to place an official timetable on quarterback Matthew Stafford’s back injury. If it were up to former Lions wideout Herman Moore, he would not come back at all until he is fully healthy. Stafford is reportedly nursing fractured bones in his back. Moore says Detroit should start thinking long-term […]

Detroit Lions star quarterback Matthew Stafford is “week-to-week,” according to second-year head coach Matt Patricia, per MLive’s Kyle Meinke on Twitter. Matt Patricia says Matthew Stafford remains week to week — kyle meinke (@kmeinke) November 18, 2019 Stafford, 31, has missed the past two weeks for the Lions as he deals with fractured bones in […]

Matthew Stafford will miss his second consecutive game on Sunday, as the Detroit Lions quarterback recovers from a back injury. He may miss more time, however. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Doctors recently told Stafford that the fractured bones in his back are a six-week injury. Per Schefter, the six-week diagnosis does not mean […]

The Dallas Cowboys are in desperate need of a win this weekend, and it looks like they will be catching a big break that should help them. According to Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford is not expected to play in his team’s Week 11 matchup with the Cowboys […]

After missing last week with a back injury, it looks like Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford will remain on the bench for the Week 11 tilt against the Dallas Cowboys, per Josh Alper of ProFootballTalk. Stafford has not practiced this week as he recovers from the broken bones in his back. Without Stafford last week, […]

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford appeared to be set to return to practice with the team on Wednesday after not being listed on the injury report, according to Kyle Meinke of MLive. However, Stafford ended up not having a helmet at practice and appeared to remain sidelined. Check that. Matthew Stafford doesn’t have a helmet […]

The Detroit Lions decided to sit Matthew Stafford because of a back injury against the Chicago Bears. As tough as it was for Stafford to rest, he knew it was the right decision for him longterm. “Ultimately, I think, made the right decision,” Stafford said, via Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com. “Giving my pads to somebody […]

Matthew Stafford was forced to sit out of Sunday’s game for the Detroit Lions and isn’t fond of the idea of sitting out much longer. While speaking to the media, Stafford said that he has no intention of sitting out for the rest of the season per Jeff Riger. Stafford has no thoughts of taking […]

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford will not play on Sunday against the Chicago Bears. The 31-year-old is dealing with broken bones in his back, similar to his condition in 2018. There is a possibility that he will be out for an extended period of time, with three weeks being the number tossed around. According to […]

Matthew Stafford’s back injury may be more severe than previously perceived. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Detroit Lions quarterback could miss up to three weeks for fractured bones in his back. He is week to week after officially missing Week 10. Though a participant in Friday’s practice, Stafford’s, 31, season could now be […]

Matthew Stafford was listed as questionable for the Detroit Lions, but his status seems to be determined already. According to Ian Rapoport, Stafford will not play versus the Chicago Bears, snapping his 136 straight starts streak. Sources: #Lions QB Matthew Stafford (hip/back) is not expected to play against the #Bears. A surprise. He’s listed as […]

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford could be a game-time decision for his team’s Week 10 matchup with the Chicago Bears on Sunday, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Stafford, who is currently listed as questionable, has been dealing with hip and back issues throughout the week and was limited in practice. The veteran is […]

The Detroit Lions are coming off a loss to the Oakland Raiders that came down to the wire. That loss put their record at 3-4-1 through nine weeks of the season. Now, they face off with the Chicago Bears in Week 10. While the Bears have been disappointing overall (3-5), that defense is still as […]

Matthew Stafford was forced to sit out of practice with the Detroit Lions with a back injury for the second time this season. Despite missing Wednesday’s practice, Stafford was straightforward on his response on whether or not that his current injury is connected to his previous one. “No,” Stafford said when asked his latest injury […]

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford was limited in practice on Wednesday due to hip and back issues, per Charean Williams of Pro Football Talk. Stafford is coming off of an impressive performance in a Week 9 loss to the Oakland Raiders in which he completed 26 of his 41 throws for 401 yards, three touchdowns, […]