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Detroit Lions insider earmarks Tom Savage for backup quarterback role

Following the poor performance posted by Detroit Lions‘ quarterback David Fales against the Buffalo Bills on Friday night, the backup passer situation in the Motor City seemed to be straightforward. Despite being signed to the team just two weeks ago, veteran Josh Johnson appears to be the clear cut candidate for the primary role behind starter Matthew Stafford in Motown. But one insider disagrees.

Fales completed just 3 of his 8 passes versus the Bills. That after posting an impressive performance the week prior against the Houston Texans (12 of 19, 226 yards, one touchdown).