The Detroit Lions’ Inevitable Quarterback Controversy

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Published: May 17, 2009

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... savior of the Detroit Lions franchise.

Yet, the roles of these two quarterbacks in 2009 are far from decided.

Ideally, the Lions would like to use Culpepper as a “bridge” to Stafford and the team’s future, as said publicity by new head coach Jim Schwartz. But patience is low and pressure is high in Detroit.

Fans are angry in the Motor City. Lovable losers the Lions are not. Not after a 0-16 season, not after 50 years of futility. The Lions need results, or at the very least, to create excitement.

Early word out of Detroit is that Culpepper looks great in mini-camp. The veteran himself told The Detroit Free Press that he is in “the best shape of my career since the 2004 season.”

But, looking good throwing post-routes in gym shorts is far different from performing on Sundays.

Culpepper ha...

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