Posted: 12:01 PM Aug 9, 2012 Reporter: from Tim Staudt
The Detroit Lions host the Cleveland Browns at 7pm Friday at Ford Field in the first of four pre season games. Matthew Stafford begins his fourth season as the Lions' quarterback. The Lions will be without running backs Jahvid Best and Mikel Leshoure who are still unable to play. Cleveland will be without top draft pick Trent Richardson who underwent knee surgery Wednesday. Quarterback Brandon Weeden was the 22nd pick overall by the Browns and he will start the game. The game is a sellout.