Report: Matthew Stafford and the Lions Looking to Part Ways
DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 03: Matthew Stafford #9 of the Detroit Lions looks on in the fourth quarter during a game against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field on January 3, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Rey Del Rio/Getty Images)
It appears Matthew Stafford’s time with the Lions is coming to a close.
The longtime Lions quarterback is not expected to return to the team this offseason, league sources have told ESPN. The arrangement, ESPN reports, has been discussed by both sides and mutually agreed upon.
The Lions are expected to start trade discussions soon, which will likely bring a new quarterback to the team, based on who the Lions will get in a trade for Stafford, ESPN reports.
Stafford has spent his full career in Detroit, totaling a dozen years. He has completed 45,109 passing yards and 282 touchdown passes during that time.
And this from Detroit: pic.twitter.com/M0L46PzCw2
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 23, 2021
Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.
Get The Kiss & Tell Newsletter Delivered To Your Inbox
Stay up to date on the latest from your favorite artists, local happenings, exclusive giveaways, and more.
By clicking "Subscribe" I agree to the website's terms of Service and Privacy Policy. I understand I can unsubscribe at any time.