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SportsApril 25, 2009

DETROIT -- Matthew Stafford and the Detroit Lions agreed on a six-year deal Friday night, his agents said. Tom Condon and Ben Dogra, who both represent Stafford, said the Lions will pay Stafford $41.7 million in guarantees and as much as $78 million...

DETROIT -- Matthew Stafford and the Detroit Lions agreed on a six-year deal Friday night, his agents said.

Tom Condon and Ben Dogra, who both represent Stafford, said the Lions will pay Stafford $41.7 million in guarantees and as much as $78 million.

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Quarterback Matt Ryan, the No. 3 pick in last year's draft, was signed to a $72 million, six-year contract with $34.75 million guaranteed by the Atlanta Falcons.

-- AP

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