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Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford throws during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the New York Jets, Saturday, Aug. 19, 2017, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Lions handle Hackenberg, beat Jets 16-6

By NOAH TRISTER - Associated Press

This is a 2017 photo of Matthew Stafford of the Detroit Lions NFL football team. With one year remaining on his contract, Stafford is doing his best to keep a lid on any speculation about negotiations for a new deal. He says they’re ongoing, his agent handles them, and he has no specific timetable for reaching an agreement. The Detroit Lions reported for training camp Saturday, July 29, 2017 and when Stafford spoke to reporters, he immediately faced questions about his contract. (AP Photo)

Stafford trying to stay focused amid contract uncertainty

By NOAH TRISTER - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 26, 2016, file photo, Detroit Lions' Matthew Stafford (9) signals at the line of scrimmage in the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas. Stafford is a new dad and yet insists thinking about his children's future isn't on his mind as he negotiates a new contract with the Detroit Lions. Stafford is entering the last season of his $53 million, three-year contract. He might be able to get more than the $140 million, six-year deal Andrew Luck signed last year with the Indianapolis Colts (AP Photo/Brandon Wade, File)

Lions QB Stafford says he’s ignoring contract implications

By LARRY LAGE - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 4, 2016, file photo, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws a touchdown pass to wide receiver Golden Tate, not pictured, in the second half of an NFL football game in New Orleans. Stafford is in line to sign a contract extension that will set up his newborn twins for life. The quarterback hopes &quot;his people,&quot; and the Detroit Lions' &quot;people,&quot; can agree on a deal that's good for him and the team. Stafford is entering the last season of his $53 million, three-year contract and might be able to get more than the $140 million, six-year deal Andrew Luck signed last year with the Indianapolis Colts. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

Stafford doesn’t sound as if he will give Detroit discount

By LARRY LAGE - Associated Press

Seattle Seahawks running back Thomas Rawls, center, is tackled by Detroit Lions defensive tackle Khyri Thornton (99) and Lions middle linebacker Tahir Whitehead (59) in the first half of an NFL football NFC wild card playoff game, Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)

Lions drop 9th straight in playoffs, fall 26-6 to Seahawks

By JIM HOEHN - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 26, 2016, file photo, Dallas Cowboys' Dak Prescott (4) throws a pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, in Arlington, Texas. The Cowboys next game is in the divisional playoffs on Sunday, Jan. 15. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade, File)

Can 2 rookies lead Dallas back to the top?

By ARNIE STAPLETON - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 11, 2016, file photo, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws against the Chicago Bears in the first half of an NFL football game in Detroit. Stafford has given the Detroit Lions a chance to win the NFC North with his poise late in games. They might need one more clutch performance from him to outlast Green Bay. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson, File)

Stafford on the spot again in big Lions-Packers finale

By NOAH TRISTER - Associated Press

Dallas Cowboys' Benson Mayowa, left, and David Irving (95) combine to sack Detroit Lions' Matthew Stafford, center, in the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 26, 2016, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade)

Lions eye high-stakes finale vs Packers after loss to Dallas

By SCHUYLER DIXON - Associated Press

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) is sacked by Dallas Cowboys defensive end Benson Mayowa in the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 26, 2016, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade)

Lions’ playoff hopes on hold after 42-21 loss to Cowboys

By Schuyler Dixon - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, file photo, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants in East Rutherford, N.J. The Lions play the Dallas Cowboys on Monday, Dec. 26. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)

Stafford comes home, looking to clinch playoffs for Lions

By SCHUYLER DIXON - Associated Press

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)

Lions offense struggling in closing stretch

Associated Press

Detroit Lions wide receiver Golden Tate (15) flips into the end zone in front of Minnesota Vikings strong safety Andrew Sendejo, right, after catching a 28-yard touchdown pass during overtime in an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016, in Minneapolis. The Lions won 22-16. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

Prater’s big kick helps Lions stun Vikings, 22-16 in OT

By JON KRAWCZYNSKI - Associated Press

Houston Texans running back Lamar Miller (26) scores against the Detroit Lions on a 1-yard run during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, October, 30, 2016, in Houston. (AP Photo/George Bridges)

Detroit’s late-game magic runs out in 20-13 loss to Houston

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Washington Redskins cornerback Josh Norman is carted off the field during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Lions leaving comforts of home for visit to Houston

Associated Press

At left, in an Oct. 16, 2016, file photo, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford looks downfield during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, in Detroit. At right, in an Oct. 2, 2016, file photo, Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins drops back to pass during an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, in Cleveland. The Redskins play the Lions Sunday at Ford Field for the first time since 2010. (AP Photo/File)

WR Andre Roberts comes up big for Lions

Associated Press

At left, in an Oct. 16, 2016, file photo, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford looks downfield during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, in Detroit. At right, in an Oct. 2, 2016, file photo, Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins drops back to pass during an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, in Cleveland. The Redskins play the Lions Sunday at Ford Field for the first time since 2010. (AP Photo/File)

Redskins lament defense on Stafford’s last snap for Lions

By LARRY LAGE - Associated Press

Washington Redskins cornerback Josh Norman is carted off the field during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Lions top Redskins 20-17 on Stafford’s TD pass to Boldin

By LARRY LAGE - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 3, 2015, file photo, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) is sacked by Detroit Lions defensive end Ezekiel Ansah (94) during the second half of an NFL football game, in Detroit. The Lions and Los Angeles Rams play on Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski, File)

Stafford to play in 100th game for Lions against Redskins

By LARRY LAGE - Associated Press

Detroit Lions wide receiver Golden Tate (15) leaps over Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Ron Brooks (33) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2016, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)

Prater’s kick, Slay’s pick give Lions 24-23 win over Eagles

By LARRY LAGE - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 21, 2014, file photo, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford warms up as coach Jim Caldwell watches before an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago. The Bears and the Lions meet again on Sunday, Jan. 3. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)

Lions struggle offensively in 3rd straight loss

By JAY COHEN - Associated Press