Dave Birkett, beat writer for the Detroit Lions for the Detroit Free Press phones in to the Corner Pocket on Friday, September 2.  Due to technical difficulties, part of the interview was lost.  But here is most of the interview, already in progress.  Dave chats about the Lions cuts, potential practice squad guys, as well as the expectations on Matthew Stafford on the rest of the offense.  Plus, thoughts on Bobby Carpenter, Nick Harris, and more!