Saturday Notes: Culpepper Looks Good in First Practice
by Sean Yuille on Apr 18, 2009 5:04 AM EDT
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- By all accounts, Daunte Culpepper looked impressive during the Lions' first practice under Jim Schwartz on Friday. He weighs less than he did as a rookie and his passes were described as having zip on them. Of course, there is only so much you can tell from a minicamp, but it is good to hear that Culpepper looked good. Even if the Lions pick a QB in next weekend's draft, Culpepper will still likely be the starter heading into the 2009 season. For that reason alone, I'm glad to hear he is not only in shape but also looking good throwing the ball.
- While there was much praise for Culpepper, the same can't be said for Drew Stanton and Drew Henson. Neither looked all that good, and Stanton especially struggled. If a QB is drafted, I honestly wouldn't be surprised if both Stanton and Henson were off the roster by the time training camp begins. The Lions probably are going to figure out that some of the free agent QBs out there are much better than Stanton and Henson will ever be, making it pointless to not sign a veteran. Culpepper is the only one guaranteed to stick around. Beyond that, the other QBs' roster spots are definitely up in the air.
- Grady Jackson, Daniel Bullocks, and Stephen Peterman didn't practice due to injuries, and Kevin Smith was "somewhat limited."
- On a positive note, safety Gerald Alexander practiced for the first time since fracturing a vertebra last October.
- The Lions signed cornerback Antonio Smith on Friday.
- Why does Paris Lenon still have a locker?
- Dave Birkett compiled a list of the draft prospects that visited the Lions.
- Photos from the first day of the Lions' minicamp.
- Western Michigan cornerback E.J. Biggers visited the Lions.
- The Jason Peters trade is official. The Eagles gave up a first- and fourth-round pick in this year's draft and a sixth-rounder in 2010. Peters was signed to a four-year, $53 million extension, meaning he will make $60 in the next six years.
- If you haven't seen the video of Matthew Stafford throwing footballs at plates on Jimmy Fallon's show, then click here.
- Ty from The Lions in Winter wrote a heart-felt letter to Martin Mayhew and Tom Lewand. It's definitely worth a read.
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Hey Sean
Do you sleep?, your posts always seem to be in the wee hours of your nights.
On topic however, I like that Culpepper looks good. As you said, it doesn’t mean much be he will most likely be starting the beginning of the season, we want him to at least be decent.
2009 = The start of the Lions Golden Age (We hope).
by Hyperion Ecta on Apr 18, 2009 6:47 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Sleep is for wusses
and Bears fans
It unfortunately looks like Culpepper will be the QB until he gets hurt or sucks. If they don’t draft a QB or pick-up a veteran, that could be bad. Stanton didn’t look sharp yesterday but I’d still like to see him get a chance to prove his worth.
"A child of five would understand this. Send someone to fetch a child of five." ~Groucho Marx
by Jettero2112 on Apr 18, 2009 10:30 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
College has done a number on my sleeping schedule. I can’t wait for the end of the semester to get that straightened out.
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by Sean Yuille on Apr 18, 2009 4:51 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't recall sleeping in college
More like a waking nightmare. But then again, that was a long time ago and my memory’s not what it used to be. There’s a few years in the late 70’s early 80’s I’m not too sure about either! :)
Good luck on the finals.
"A child of five would understand this. Send someone to fetch a child of five." ~Groucho Marx
by Jettero2112 on Apr 18, 2009 5:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
you're telling me
I’m taking things that help me stay up at night and have energy during the day for all my classes, next week after finals are over I think I’m going to drink an entire bottle of nyquil and stay asleep for 3 days.
As far as Culepepper goes, the weight can come off and the arm can look good I’m more concerned with how the wear and tear of a player who hasn’t played a full NFL season in almost 5 years is going to do to him. I personally don’t think he’s going to be able to hold up. As far as Stanton and Henson having a bad first day, maybe they had the Jitters from the new staff and they’ll calm down considerably over the next couple of days ( I hope). Unless we draft a QB I see Stanton getting his shot at the helm in about week 4 when Pepp goes down or comes out. I hope the Lions are somewhat competitive this year, but I’m going to be satisfied first and foremost with ONE victory, but I’m realistically looking at the team and saying four is the number of games they’re going to win this year with a chance of seven.
by rmatheny on Apr 18, 2009 5:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Stafford
I know I probably shouldn’t be impressed by that whole plate smashing thing.. but I was! Doesn’t mean I want him at #1 but now at least I know if he is picked, he can hit a moving target.
#81
by UKLion on Apr 18, 2009 7:00 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I don't know, he was 3/4 on the plates
If a QB can hit a slowly floating plate 30 feet away under no pressure only 75% of the time, what’s his completion % going to look like when he’s trying to hit a sprinting wide receiver (shadowed by a defender or two) 150 feet away, with 5 or 6 guys trying to sack the QB, well, I don’t know.
Does anybody know if any other QB’s have gone through similar “plate” exercises—I’d love for a comparison point or two.
by n4ry4 on Apr 19, 2009 10:25 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I still want a new QB
But I am very glad to hear that DC is in shape and looked good on the field. I want the Lions to do well and it is important that we have competition at every position. Nobody should be handed a position on the field because of their salary. Starters should earn their spot based on performance and what is in the best interests of the team;short and long term.
DC is a stop gap/veteran back up until we can get a young franchise QB in place.
by NorthLeft12 on Apr 18, 2009 7:44 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Culpepper
I’ll give him credit he’s really trying to throw a wrench in Stafford plans on becoming a lion. I saw a video of him on NFL.com and he looks in great shape!!!!! and that’s a understatement, this is really going to be a tough choice for Mayhew. Draft day is going to be lights out awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
by msivits on Apr 18, 2009 1:01 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Where is that video?
I can’t seem to find it…
by damnitdamnitdamnit on Apr 18, 2009 4:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nevermind, found it..
And DC does look a lot better than last year.
by damnitdamnitdamnit on Apr 18, 2009 4:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
DC in Motown
im glad to hear that culpepper looks good. i think with another year under his system, and a legitamite deep threat as well as a good second receiver in curry, i think culpepper could have a decent year.
as for stanton and henson, no surprise they suck. henson was on his way out of the league last year, and stanton was still mired on the bench. had we drafted trent edwards……..
by big smoove on Apr 18, 2009 3:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Sean
The Lions signed another practice squad corner today. I love the name. Pacino Horne
http://www.detroitlions.com/section_display.cfm?section_id=23&top=1&level=3
by James L on Apr 18, 2009 3:47 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Thanks for the heads up
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by Sean Yuille on Apr 18, 2009 4:49 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
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