“The only yardstick for success our society has is being a champion. No one remembers anything else.”
- John Madden

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Random Ex-Raider Sighting: Schweigert signs with Detroit



Raider fans will always remember Stu Schweigart for his fan-friendly nature, awesome name, and this hilarious video he did with the Sports Action Team. One thing he will not be remembered for was good football.

It warms my heart to see Stu being signed by the only team in more trouble than we are. The Lions' defensive system is similar to the Raiders': miss tackles, allow huge gains, and don't cover anybody. Stu fits this system perfectly, and Detroit fans will have a ball watching Stu fly all over the field and flinging his body at opposing running backs. He may not make contact, but at least the effort is there...

Fret not Lions fans, you're getting a former 3rd round pick! Stu was taken ahead of Max Starks, Bernard Berrian, Chris Cooley, Sean Locklear and Matt Schaub because of his incredible talent, and not because Al Davis is an old, out of touch statue who loves picking DB's that can't tackle.

Additional note: Stu got a 2 year contract, proving that the Lions have replaced Matt Millen with someone equally inept!

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