TE Tony Scheffler Will Prove To Be “Linus’ Blanket” For QB Matt Stafford

July 14, 2010   ·   John Farrier   ·   Jump to comments

If you’re like me, anytime the Detroit Lions make a roster move, a friend calls within moments of the transaction to give you the heads up and gauge your excitement about the news.  My friend, Petey, called right away, as is his usual custom, and shared the lowdown:  our beloved Detroit Lions just traded away WLB Ernie Sims to acquire TE Tony Scheffler.
 
Now, the next part is pretty weird.
 
On April 15, 2010, I gave my black #50 Ernie Sims jersey to Petey when I found out that was his high school football number.  We both played in college, he as a defensive end in the GLIAC, and I as a middle linebacker in the Upper Midwest Conference.  We both share an affinity for outstanding play on the defensive side of the ball, especially at the linebacker position.
 
That black #50 was my favorite Lions jersey, mostly for its slimming effect on my “oh-so-svelte” 6’3” 307-pound frame.

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