The Detroit Lions have made some significant offseason moves in 2025.
Offseason Moves:
– Free Agent Signings:
– D.J. Reed: Signed a 3-year, $48 million contract to fill the void left by Carlton Davis III.
– Roy Lopez:Signed a 1-year, $3.5 million contract to add depth to the defensive line.
– Grant Stuard:Signed a 1-year, $3 million contract to provide experience and depth at linebacker.
– Kenny Yeboah: Signed a 1-year deal to compete for a role as Detroit’s No. 3 tight end.
– Kyle Allen:Signed a 1-year, $1.27 million deal as a veteran reserve quarterback.
– Re-signings:
– Derrick Barnes:Signed a 3-year, $24 million contract extension.
– Levi Onwuzurike:Signed a 1-year, $4 million contract.
– Marcus Davenport: Signed a 1-year, $2.5 million deal.
Contract Talks:
– Aidan Hutchinson:There’s speculation about a potential contract extension for Hutchinson, who was the front-runner for Defensive Player of the Year before his season-ending injury. A possible 5-year, $177 million extension with $95 million guaranteed has been suggested.
– Potential Extensions:Other players who might be eligible for extensions include Kerby Joseph, Brian Branch, Sam LaPorta, Jack Campbell, and Jahmyr Gibbs .
Fining:
In 2024, several Detroit Lions players were fined for various incidents, including Jameson Williams, Brian Branch, and Kerby Joseph