Stafford To Start For Lions

Matthew Stafford won the Lions' quarterback derby. Daunte Culpepper didn't lose the job.

That's what Detroit's new coach, Jim Schwartz, emphasized Monday when he made the No. 1 overall draft pick the starter for Sunday in New Orleans, when the Lions try to win for the first time in 21 months.ESPN

Good. The Lions are going to suck regardless and why not throw the kid in the fire. I'm a big believer of starting young guys and seeing what they can do. It worked for Matt Ryan and Big Ben so why couldn't it work for Stafford? Stafford has a big arm, a big receiver (who may be the best in the league), and a young stud runningback in Kevin Smith. I think the Lions may win 3 games this year, but regardless he is in for a long season.

Stafford, Moreno Going Into Draft

Georgia quarterback Matthew Stafford and running back Knowshon Moreno, who led the SEC in passing and rushing this season, respectively, are expected to announce Wednesday that they will enter April's NFL draft.

This should be a surprise to no one. Knowshon is going to be the first or second RB selected in the first round, and Stafford will be a top five pick. Both of these players are going to be studs at the next level and anyone who drafts them will be in good shape for their future.