"Barry Sanders Documentary Sparks Controversy and Reflection on NFL Retirement"
TL;DR
Former Detroit Lions quarterback Scott Mitchell expresses frustration with his portrayal in the documentary "Bye Bye Barry," which focuses on the career of legendary Lions running back Barry Sanders. Mitchell disagrees with the notion that he was the reason the team never won a Super Bowl during Sanders' tenure and criticizes former coach Wayne Fontes for not supporting him. Mitchell argues that everyone, including Sanders, should share the blame for the team's lack of success.
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