What about Bob?

The Lions have made it known that they'd like to have their top choice signed before Saturday's draft, and, after meeting with Wake Forest linebacker Aaron Curry's agents over the weekend, their attention has turned to Georgia quarterback Matthew Stafford, according to ESPN.com's John Clayton.

Clayton reports that no deal is in place as of early Wednesday night, but Stafford has repeatedly indicated he'd be happy playing in Detroit and the sides are trying to hammer out a deal.

Money is the key component in the deal (duh). Clayton reports that, because quarterbacks receive a premium contract due to the value of their position, Tom Condon and Ben Dogra (Stafford's agents) will be seeking more than the $11.5 million per year over five seasons that the top pick of last year's draft, Jake Long, received. (Condon and Dogra also represent Long.)

It is unclear, however, if the Lions can eclipse (or even match) the $12 million per year over six seasons given to last year's No. 3 pick, Matt Ryan.

If the Lions are unable to reach a deal with Stafford by Friday, they may settle on Curry, who they are believed to have the parameters of a deal with in place already.

Stay tuned...

(*Here is an update on the situation from the NFL.com draft blog. If Stafford signs tonight, we'll be sure to let you know.)

-Chris Mascaro