Matthew Stafford, Detroit Lions (Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports)
The Detroit Lions have finally done the previously unthinkable and traded franchise quarterback Matthew Stafford away. After the firing of previous head coach Matt Patricia and general manager Bob Quinn, there was much speculation that Stafford could be on his way out as the Lions were about to undergo a legitimate rebuild.
It seems that Stafford had the rebuilding thought as well, as it was reported by numerous outlets that the quarterback had requested a trade. Apparently, Stafford did not want to go through another rebuild (or even a retooling).