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Lions' Matthew Stafford likely out for Thanksgiving
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford apparently does not have a long-term shoulder injury, but he's sore and probably won't play Thursday against Green Bay. “There's a chance that goes away in the next couple days, but structurally, everything's good,” coach Jim Schwartz said today. “I ...
Lions' Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson held out of practice today
mlive.com — ALLEN PARK -- The Detroit Lions could be without their two biggest offensive weapons on Thursday when... they host the Green Bay Packers at Ford Field. Rookie quarterback Matthew Stafford (separated left shoulder) and receiver Calvin Johnson (knee/hand) ... (more) Lions' Matthew Stafford, Calvin Johnson held out of ...
Jim Schwartz stresses Thanksgiving history to team: 'This isn't just another game'
freep.com — The Lions play their 70th Thanksgiving Day game today, but for the first time in a long... time, the game might be more than just another game on another Thanksgiving. Oddly enough, that sentiment comes straight from coach Jim Schwartz, who is usually ... (more) Jim Schwartz stresses Thanksgiving history to team: ...
X rays negative on Lions QB Stafford's left shoulder
freep.com — Lions coach Jim Schwartz said an initial X ray of quarterback Matthew Stafford's left shoulder came back... negative after today's dramatic 38-37 victory over Cleveland. Schwartz said Stafford was having more tests. He declined to give more details – ... (more) X rays negative on Lions QB Stafford's left shoulder
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Daunte Culpepper / Stafford unlikely to play Thursday
FantasySP / ALL / Player News — ... suffered a separation of the AC joint in his left shoulder on Sunday, according to the Detroit Free Press. Stafford is unlikely to play in this week's Thanksgiving match-up with the Packers. ...

Stafford unlikely to play Thursday
Fanball Fantasy Football News - Newsbreakers — ... Updating a previous report, Lions' quarterback Matthew Stafford suffered a separation of the AC joint in his left shoulder on Sunday, according to the Detroit Free Press. Stafford is unlikely to play in this week's Thanksgiving match-up with the Packers. ...

Stafford unlikely to play Thursday
Paragon Consulting Corporation — ... | The News Updating a previous report, Lions' quarterback Matthew Stafford suffered a separation of the AC joint in his left shoulder on Sunday, according to the Detroit Free Press . Stafford is unlikely to play in this week's Thanksgiving match-up with the Packers. Our View The Lions aren't considering this a long-term injury, but with the short week they will likely hold him out. We will monitor his status throughout the week, but look for Daunte Culpepper to get the call on Turkey Day. Tags: ...

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Daunte Culpepper / Culpepper unhappy that Stafford is healthy?
fantasysp.com 11/26/2009 — Fans at Ford Field gave a loud cheer when Matthew Stafford was introduced as the Lions' starting quarterback today.But one person in the stadium wasn't cheering: Lions backup quarterback Daunte Culpepper , who did all the work with the first-string offense... Read more Daunte_Culpepper news
Matthew Stafford / Halftime: Packers 13, Lions 7FantasySP / ALL / Player News
A few halftime thoughts from NFC North headquarters:I haven't seen any overt evidence that Detroit quarterback Matthew Stafford is favoring his sep... Read more Matthew_Stafford news
Matthew Stafford / Lions | Stafford throws four INTs Week 12FantasySP / ALL / Player News
The Associated Press reports Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford went 20-for-43 for 213 yards, one touchdown and four interceptions in Week 12. Read more Matthew_Stafford news
Matthew Stafford / Matthew Stafford completed just 20-of-43 passes for 213 yards, one TD, and four interceptions in theFantasySP / ALL / Player News
Matthew Stafford completed just 20-of-43 passes for 213 yards, one TD, and four interceptions in the Lions' Week 12 loss to Green Bay. Stafford's bum left shoulder wasn't an issue early, but it clearly caused him pain the final two quarters. [...] Read more Matthew_Stafford news
Lions will start WR JohnsonThe Gnuru
The Lions have announced that Calvin Johhson will start vs. the Packers on Thanksgiving. Johnson was questionable with a hand and knee injury and missed practice all week. > 8 Vote(s)
Matthew Stafford / Stafford decision: Dramatic but riskyFantasySP / ALL / Player News
I don't think there's any doubt Ford Field will go nuts this afternoon the first time quarterback Matthew Stafford steps on the field. As you probably... Read more Matthew_Stafford news
Matthew Stafford / Stafford starting for LionsFantasySP / ALL / Player News
News: The Lions have announced that Matthew Stafford will start vs. the Packers on Thanksgiving. Stafford was doubtful with a dislocated left shoulder and didn't practice all week but apparently is healthy enough to play. Daunte Culpepper will back him up. [...] Read more ...
Calvin Johnson / Lions will start WR JohnsonFantasySP / ALL / Player News
News: The Lions have announced that Calvin Johhson will start vs. the Packers on Thanksgiving. Johnson was questionable with a hand and knee injury and missed practice all week. [...] Read more Calvin_Johnson news
Calvin Johnson / Johnson, Stafford starting for LionsFantasySP / ALL / Player News
News: The Lions have announced that Calvin Johhson and Matthew Stafford will start vs. the Packers on Thanksgiving. Johnson was questionable with a hand and knee injury while Stafford was doubtful with a dislocated left shoulder. [...] Read more Calvin_Johnson news
Matthew Stafford / Matthew Stafford will start Sunday against the Packers. Stafford is quickly earning a rep as one ofFantasySP / ALL / Player News
Matthew Stafford will start Sunday against the Packers. Stafford is quickly earning a rep as one of the toughest players in the league. While he's only a QB2 play against the Packers' No. [...] Read more Matthew_Stafford news
Matthew Stafford / Lions beat writer Tom Kowalski reports that Matthew Stafford will start Thursday against the Packers.FantasySP / ALL / Player News
Lions beat writer Tom Kowalski reports that Matthew Stafford will start Thursday against the Packers. If so, Stafford is quickly earning a reputation as one of the toughest players in the league. [...] Read more Matthew_Stafford news
Matthew Stafford doubtful, Calvin Johnson questionable for Thanksgiving DayFFToolbox Fantasy Football Updates
Not much has changed in the past couple of days for Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford and wide receiver Calvin Johnson. On Monday, Stafford wasn't expected to play in Thursday's game against Green Bay due to a shoulder injury while Johnson was expected to be a game-time decision. The ...
Matthew Stafford / Lions | Stafford misses practice WednesdayFantasySP / ALL / Player News
Nicholas J. Cotsonika, of the Detroit Free Press, reports Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford (knee, shoulder) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 25. He is listed as doubtful for Week 12. Read more Matthew_Stafford news
Matthew Stafford / Lions | Stafford doubtful for Week 12FantasySP / ALL / Player News
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford (shoulder) is doubtful to play in the team's Week 12 game Thursday, Nov. 26. Read more Matthew_Stafford news
Matthew Stafford / Stafford doubtful for ThursdayFantasySP / ALL / Player News
News: Lions QB Matthew Stafford missed practice again on Wednesday and is listed as doubtful for Week 12 vs. the Packers with a dislocated left shoulder. Daunte Culpepper is expected to start in his place on Thanksgiving. [...] Read more Matthew_Stafford news
Matthew Stafford / Matthew Stafford (shoulder) is listed as doubtful for Thanksgiving. He'll be Detroit's No. 3 QB againstFantasySP / ALL / Player News
Matthew Stafford (shoulder) is listed as doubtful for Thanksgiving. He'll be Detroit's No. 3 QB against the Packers, with Daunte Culpepper starting and Drew Stanton backing him up. [...] Read more Matthew_Stafford news
Matthew Stafford / Matthew Stafford will not be held out of Thursday's game due to fear of further damage to his non-throwingFantasySP / ALL / Player News
Matthew Stafford will not be held out of Thursday's game due to fear of further damage to his non-throwing shoulder. Stafford will almost certainly sit out against the Packers, but this is a good sign that he'll be back for Week 13. [...] Read more Matthew_Stafford news
Matthew Stafford / Lions | Stafford sits out practice TuesdayFantasySP / ALL / Player News
Nicholas J. Cotsonika, of the Detroit Free Press, reports Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford (shoulder) did not take part in practice Tuesday, Nov. 24. Read more Matthew_Stafford news
Matthew Stafford / Matthew Stafford (shoulder) missed practice Tuesday and "is not expected to play" Thursday,FantasySP / ALL / Player News
Matthew Stafford (shoulder) missed practice Tuesday and "is not expected to play" Thursday, according to beat writer Tom Kowalski. The seperation is on Stafford's left (non-throwing) shoulder and he may have been able to play if the Lions were on a normal week. [...] Read more ...
Johnson has injured knee, handFantasy News From Fantasy Football Champs
Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson is listed on the initial injury report for their Thanksgiving Day ... Visit FFChamps.com to read more
Matthew Stafford / The Detroit Free Press reports that Matthew Stafford (shoulder) is unlikely to play on ThanksgivingFantasySP / ALL / Player News
The Detroit Free Press reports that Matthew Stafford (shoulder) is unlikely to play on Thanksgiving against Green Bay. Lions coach Jim Schwartz will play his QB's status close to the vest, but beat writer Nick Cotsonika says Stafford probably won't be available due to an AC joint ...