Trading Calvin Johnson Would Be a Terrible Mistake for the Detroit Lions

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Published: December 17, 2009

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... feel that trading Calvin Johnson would be a step in the right direction for this Lions organization, with the hopes that it would move us up in the draft.

Many feel that it's Ndamukong Suh or bust in this draft, and if the Lions don't get him, they're doomed forever.

I feel that all of this is a load of dingo's kidneys.

Yes, the Lions suck right now. Yes, they're starting down the barrel of a top four pick in 2010. Yes, they need a defensive lineman. No, this isn't the way to go.

Suh may be the best option this year, but he is far from the only one. As many have noted, this draft class is rich with talent, as many juniors are opting out early to get their paychecks before the NFL puts a moratorium on enormous rookie salaries. 

Many people also worry about the Lions' salaries and feel that we cannot afford another top three pick's contract. Personally, I believe that you cannot worry about such things. As the old saying goes, "You have to spend ...

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