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Lions don’t feel compelled to do new deal with Stafford

Mike Florio, profootballtalk.com

With three top-two picks from the pre-rookie wage scale era on their roster, the Lions have extended one, receiver Calvin Johnson.  Next up, seemingly, is quarterback Matthew Stafford, the first overall pick in the 2009 draft. But with Stafford having a…

Josh Katzenstein , detnews.com

The No. 1 overall pick in the 2012 draft hasn't been nearly as effective on the road as in Indianapolis, and turnovers have been his primary downfall. The Colts (7-4) are 2-3 in road games with the three losses by at least 20 points.

Josh Katzenstein , detnews.com

In the past three games, Calvin Johnson is averaging 154.8 yards and has three Touchdowns. The Colts have allowed a 100-yard receiver the past four games.

detnews.com

It could end up being a battle of big plays Sunday. Both quarterbacks like to stretch the field, and you have to like the Lions' firepower in a shoot-out like that.