I actually planned on posting the answers to your questions a few days ago, but was consumed with this week's arrests. Let me try to answer as many questions as I can before the next fire drill (if I did not get to your question today, I will try in another post).

Q: "How long do you give Best before he's lost for the season? Also drafting a o-lineman in the first round would help in the long run but I want to win now. So I pick corner. Your thoughts .." - Nicolas

A: Nicolas, I'm not sold on Jahvid's long-term health. I covered boxing for years (was ringside for Lennox Lewis' knockout of Mike Tyson), so I understand the repercussions of brain injuries. The more blows to the head, the more his odds of a concussion will increase ... I agree with you. Left tackle is a luxury pick. Detroit's offense wasn't a problem last season. The defense was. They are probably one cornerback away from being serious playoff contenders.

Q: "Are the lions interested at all in oj atogwe??" - Myke

A: They were. Atogwe visited the facility, meet coaches, but hasn't signed. It seems like Detroit will see what happens in the draft first before extending him a contract offer.

Q: "The first thing Mikel has to do is file a lawsuit against the Baroda-Lake PD for racial profiling, no one gets pulled over for changing lanes without signaling, unless you're a black man in a brand new vehicle cruising through BFE. when you want to go for a ride and smoke a little herb don't do it and ride through Mayberry." - Brad

A: Unfortunately, it's not a stereotype if it's true. Nick Fairley, Johnny Culbreath and Leshoure are the reason cops profile. If they didn't have anything anything on them, I would agree with the harassment allegation. They had weed and that makes the stop justified. It's sort of like people getting mad they got caught on the show "Cheaters." If you weren't cheating, you wouldn't be on the show.

Q: "Would the lions consider drafting a Center in rd 1 to replace Dom." - Paul

A: Wisconsin Peter Konz is the only center with a first-round grade. He should be available if Detroit is interested.

Q: Hi Anwar, Long time listener, Frist time poster ( BURRRRRRRRRRRPPPPPPPPPP !!!! ).

1) I would like to know if Jason Fox is going to get his shot this season. Keep hearing that they like what they see from him but what does that Really Mean ??? Are the Lions going for a new LT and use Fox as a backup or what ?

2) Is there any REAL talk about getting a Center that can PUSH a line forward for 1 yard for a 1st down ? Or are we STUCK with the so-called leader in the Midget ???

3) Do 2 wrongs make a right ? I've heard that 3 left turns do.

Advise. Thanks

IowaLion61

A: IowaLion61, It's called Ask Anwar!, not Jeopardy! (just joking).

1) Jim Schwartz has talked up Jason Fox a lot this offseason. They are high on him. Guess we'll have to see what we can do if healthy.

2) The Dom isn't that bad. Detroit seems happy with his production, meaning MLive.com readers can complain about his blocking and my "typeinn" errors all year long.

Two wrongs don't make a right, but two Wright's made an airplane (I'm here all week, folks. Try the veal).



Q: "We've made some good moves this offseason, but I'm still worried about the secondary. Besides the Asante Samuels rhetoric, are the Lions looking at ANY FA DB's, or is the Draft their choice to help that area?" Monte' L. White

A: Monte, you have every right to be concerned. I spoke with WalterFootball.com writer Charlie Campbell recently, and he broke down what's available in the draft. Click this link to read more.

Q: "It's been great to have you aboard and to read your reports/insights regarding our favorite team. Before your arrival, I'm sure you were briefed about the Lions passion that exists within the MLive reader community and their belief that they are infinitely smarter than those who currently are running the team. My question: Before arriving, did you also realize the readers were self-ordained experts about how you should write your articles, when you should write your articles, who you should write the articles about and, in some cases, whether or not you should have written the article in the first place?" - Mike, Ann Arbor

A: Thanks for the compliment. To answer your question, no I was not. However, I learned all about irrational comments, expectations, and never doing anything right with my first wife. As long as nobody chases me around the house with a frying pan, I am fine.

Q: "What are the Lions plans for safety, do you see them waiting to see if they could sign Atogwe at a discount price (a-la Tulloch last season) or waiting to see if they can pick one up in the draft before hitting the free agent market? Thank you for the response!" - David Flickinger

A: David, you were reading my mind (some might say it was a short story). I just gave Myke the same answer.

Q: "Would Best be better suited for the slot position than running back?" - Mike Logsdon

A: Mike, I see what you're getting at. The problem is no matter where you put Best, there will still be concerns about his long-term health.

Q: 1. How reliable do you think J. Best is gonna be this year? I'm afraid after 1 good hit and concussion, he'll be done for the year and possibly career.

2. Have you heard how much Avril was asking for in his negotiations? I think he's good but not yet great and therefore shouldn't be asking for top tier DE money.

A: Since we've touched on Best, what I can say is Avril wants to be paid like one of the top defensive ends in the NFL. That is why I keep saying the odds of a long-term deal getting done this offseason just seem very slim. He may have to put up another good season to get the contract he wants.

Q: "Does Janoris Jenkins fit what the Lions are looking for in a CB and if so and he falls to them at 23 will they pull the trigger or pass because of the off-the-field issues?" - Troy

A: It made a ton of sense before these recent arrests. Now Detroit must really do its homework to make sure Jenkins can be trusted with millions of dollars.

Q: Hi Anwar! Last year the Lions reportedly tried to make an aggressive move in attempting to trade with the Cardinals in order to move up for CB Patrick Peterson (http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2011/05/tom_kowalski_on_wdfn_lions_wou.html). Since the Lions still have the same hole in their secondary, doesn't that suggest that they might be interested in making another play for one of the top corners in this year's draft?

Thanks!



-Mark Niemi

TheNFLDraftGuru.blogspot.com



A: There are a lot of good conerbacks available in this year's draft. I would be surprised if it was a day one move. If they are unable to get a good college cornerback, they might look into trading, but they seem to really like Jacob Lacey and Aaron Berry.

Q: A lot of Lions fans including myself, feel that Louis Delmas would be better suited as the Lions strong safety ("SS") than as the free Safety (FS). Delmas is a sideline to sideline type player and plays better near the line of scrimmage, with the play in front of him, then he does deep. Any chance of the happen this year?" - Ken

A: When I spoke with Schwartz about the safety position this offseason, he believes those guys are asked to do so many things nowadays, especially with the emergence of elite tight ends, their roles are in title alone. Safeties are playing everywhere and I do not expect his role to change, especially in a contract year.

Q: "Who would win in a foot race--Superman or The Flash? Thanks." - Jesse

A: Superman flies. The Flash runs. I also don't think Superman could pass any performance-enhancement test. Can't trust those athletes from Krypton.

Q: "What's with the music the Lions play at the games? Why don't they play only music from Detroit and Michigan artists? Michigan has such a rich musical heritage. It would pump up the fans and let the other team they are 'in our house'." -- LondonLion.

A: I'm guessing you're not a big fan of Rick Ross, Lil Wayne or Drake? I'll be honest. I have never paid attention to the music, though Kid Rock addresses fans on the JumboTron throughout every game. I'm still trying to learn the words to the Detroit Lions fight song. I cool with "Forward down the field," but then I get lost.