January 27, 2021

Detroit Lions get amazing news regarding potential Matthew Stafford trade

Lions News Reports

Matthew Stafford has reportedly requested to be traded by the Detroit Lions and the Lions have reportedly agreed to make his wish come true as long as they can get fair market value in return.

Well, according to Ian Rapoport, the Lions should have absolutely no problem finding a trade partner as nearly one-third of the league has contacted the league about acquiring Stafford.

Rapoport added that there is “significant interest” in Stafford and that the Lions “should be able to get at least a first rounder” in return for the former No. 1 overall pick.

"Significant interest in Matthew Stafford. Should be able to get at least a first rounder there." https://t.co/YbUfMZDYen

— Chris Burke (@ChrisBurkeNFL) January 27, 2021

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Top 10 nicknames in Detroit sports history

Detroit has been blessed with a rich history of great players in all sports. Even better, some of the best nicknames in sports have come from this area. I put together a list of my top 10 favorites with a few honorable mentions. There were so many to choose from, so it was difficult to make this list as any of these mentioned, I am sure, are favorites of many Detroit fans. I am also sure I may have missed a few.

Dick “Night Train” Lane

This seven-time Pro Bowler played for the Lions from 1960-1965. He was elected to the NFL Hall of Fame in 1974. He still holds the NFL record of 14 interceptions in one season.

“Megatron” Calvin Johnson

Calvin was drafted No. 2 overall in the 2007 draft and gave Lions fans nine years of Hall of Fame quality play. He holds the NFL record with 1,964 yards in one season and was elected to six Pro Bowls.

“Sweet Lou” Whitaker

One of my personal favorites who I watched his entire career. There was nothing better than hearing the crowd yell “Lou” when he came to the plate or when he made a dazzling play in the field. One-half of the greatest double play combo in MLB history, Lou was the Rookie of the Year in 1978 and he went on to play in 5 All-Star games and win 3 Gold Gloves. His pinnacle came in 1984 as Detroit won the World Series.

Mark “The Bird” Fidrych

1976 was a magical year as the Rookie of the Year dazzled not only Detroit fans, but the entire nation with his mound antics. While he only played five seasons due to injuries, his stardom will never dim. Fidrych will always be beloved in Detroit.

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W.G. Brady is a Detroit-based journalist who has been covering the Detroit sports scene for Detroit Sports Nation for several years. He is in his early 30s and has a wealth of experience in the industry. Throughout his career, W.G. has established himself as a respected and knowledgeable journalist known for his in-depth coverage of the teams and athletes in Detroit. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for sports, W.G. has become a go-to source for fans and readers looking for the latest news and analysis on the Detroit sports scene. He has a good reputation in the sports community and is respected for his unbiased coverage of sports events. W.G. is known for his ability to uncover hidden stories and provide unique perspectives on the teams and athletes he covers. He has a good understanding of the city of Detroit and its sports culture, which he uses to inform his reporting and analysis. He continues to be a respected journalist in the Detroit sports industry.