2MAsports's video: Are the Lions Right to bet on Matthew Stafford can he lead them to the next level

The Detroit Lions know they have one of the most talented Quarterbacks in all of the NFL, and they made the necessary financial commitment in order to keep Matthew Stafford in the fold for the next six seasons. Making the Texas native the highest paid player in the NFL. The $135 million man now has to find a way to compel his team to ascend to the next level. The only thing missing on his resume now, is winning the pivotal big game which will help this franchise get over the proverbial hump. Stafford is the face of the Lions and of Detroit sports and he knows if he’s able to get this team over the hump he’ll live in infamy in Detroit continually. For the Lions Stafford signals the potential for greatness, he symbolizes the crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something transformational. His job now is to ensure he delivers on the field, just as the Lions have now delivered in his bank account. Team wide the Lions have major question marks along their defensive line. With the season ending Achilles injury to Detroit’s sack leader from a year ago, to Kerry Hyder it leaves the Lions with limited options to rush the passer. How will Detroit make up for their pass rush shortcomings? On offense, the Lions are determined to invigorate their running game with a stable of healthy backs. Football in the Motor City is back this team has made the playoffs in two of the last three seasons. However, they’ve failed to close the gap and secure their first playoff win since 1991. As a result, head coach Jim Caldwell enters his fourth season with Detroit in a lame duck year with motivation to perform at the highest of levels. The season kicks off Sunday with a matchup with the Arizona Cardinals, how will the Lions stack up? Michael Stets is a Host for the Detroit Lions Radio Network WJR760 Radio and he joined 2Man Advantage Podcasts Kevin McShan on Friday, to preview the Lions new season and dish on Stafford’s new deal.