Detroit Lions 2009 Draft Review

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Published: April 28, 2009

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... the top pick.

We heard about Matthew Stafford, Aaron Curry, and Jason Smith.

But once the contract was final just before the draft, we knew one thing for sure: The Lions had finally found their quarterback, and maybe—just maybe—they were headed in the right direction.

Truly, only time will tell if he or any of their other picks will be the saviors that get them back to mediocrity, much less turn them into a winning organization.

Read on for analysis on each pick and a final draft grade:

Matthew Stafford, QB, Georgia

Stafford has the cannon arm, the moxie, and all the intangibles needed to be a successful quarterback in this league. The main question is if he plays right away, can he handle the pressure? On the other hand, how much pressure can one feel when winning one game next year makes them a hero?

Brandon Pettigrew, TE, Oklahoma State

Pettigrew fills a solid need, but despite...

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