Detroit Lions free agency news Tracy Walker returns

Detroit Lions free agency news Tracy Walker returns

The Detroit Lions have reached a new contract agreement with one of their coveted free agents. According to ESPN, the Lions and safety Tracy Walker have reached an agreement on a new three-year, $25 million contract. The extension also includes $17 million in guaranteed monies. In 2021, Walker secured his only interception of the season against the Packers in the season finale. Heading into free agency, the talented 27-year-old was among the priorities for the Lions’ front office to retain. “Both him and I believe, for as good as his year was, there is vast room for improvement,” Aubrey Pleasant told reporters at the Senior Bowl. “And I think collectively, if we get a chance to maybe work together again in the future, maybe you guys can see the same progression that maybe you’ve seen over the past year.”Recommended Lions ArticlesFollowing the season, Walker expressed his desire to remain a part of the rebuilding Lions, as he developed trust with the new coaching staff. “I think the communication aspect of Tracy has improved drastically,” defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn explained. “We ask a lot of our safeties, we really do. And the one thing he’s done, he’s bought into everything that we’re trying to get done in this defense as far as a safety’s perspective, and he’s grown. He’s grown in that, and he’s also become a leader as far as linebackers, as far as getting everybody together and watching some tape. That’s what we expect of our safeties.”Join the AllLions CommunityBecome a premium AllLions member, which grants you access to all of our premium content and gets you a FREE subscription to Sports Illustrated! Click on the link below for more.BECOME A MEMBER .

Detroit Lions 2022 NFL free agency primer

Detroit Lions 2022 NFL free agency primer

The Detroit Lions will have an opportunity to start the process of filling needs on a roster that only won three games in 2021. The legal tampering period will allow NFL free agents to reach agreements with teams, beginning on Monday at noon. Official contracts cannot be signed until Wednesday at 4 p.m. For Detroit’s coaching staff and front office, finding gritty, talented and locker room leaders will be the objective all throughout this offseason. “Anybody that wants to come into our building, if you want to know what we’re about, we’re about cutting it loose. We’re going to be aggressive, and we don’t cower from anybody. We respect all of our opponents, but we don’t fear any of them,” head coach Dan Campbell said at the combine. “If you want to come to Detroit, you’re going to be gritty, and you’re going to be with a bunch of guys that freaking love the game. They’re going to give all their heart and soul, and we’re going to cut it loose. So that’s what we’re about.”Re-signed Lions free agents Recommended Lions Articles

  • Center Evan Brown signed a one-year deal.
  • Wide receiver Josh Reynolds signed a two-year, $6 million deal. 
  • Fullback Jason Cabinda signed a two-year, $4.1 million deal.
  • Linebacker Josh Woods signed a one-year, $1.55 million contract.
  • Safety C.J. Moore signed a one-year, $1.75M contract.

Current Lions free agents

  • QB Tim Boyle
  • QB David Blough 
  • WR Kalif Raymond
  • WR KhaDarel Hodge
  • OT Tyrell Crosby
  • OT Will Holden 
  • DT Joel Heath
  • DT Nick Williams
  • EDGE Charles Harris
  • LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin
  • LB Alex Anzalone
  • LB Shaun-Dion Hamilton
  • S Tracy Walker
  • S Jalen Elliott 
  • S Dean Marlowe

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Detroit Lions free agency news Evan Brown re-signs

Detroit Lions free agency news Evan Brown re-signs

The Detroit Lions have reportedly come to terms on a new contract extension for center Evan Brown. According to NFL Network, the deal is a one-year contract extension for the talented 25-year-old offensive lineman. Additional terms have yet to be made available.After center Frank Ragnow was lost for the season with a toe injury, Brown filled in admirably and gained the respect of teammates, the coaching staff and the front office. Soon after Ragnow went down with injury, Brown played 60 snaps against the Chicago Bears in Week 4, and the offensive line did not miss a beat.“I thought he played well,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said. “I thought he was solid. I thought he went in and really didn’t miss a beat. There was really only a couple of plays that I know he wishes he would have back, but I thought he went in and did a good job.”Recommended Lions ArticlesBrown, who will enter his fifth NFL season in 2022, entered the league as an undrafted free agent out of SMU. “Evan’s a very, very, very, very smart guy. He’s a highly intelligent dude,” teammate Jonah Jackson told reporters. “He knows ball, he knows what’s going on and he’s able to identify everything, process stuff fast. So when it comes to that aspect of the game, it’s not much of a drop-off at all.”brown5© Raj Mehta-USA TODAY SportsJoin the AllLions CommunityBecome a premium AllLions member, which grants you access to all of our premium content and gets you a FREE subscription to Sports Illustrated! Click on the link below for more.BECOME A MEMBER .

Detroit Lions free agency C.J. Moore re-signed by Brad Holmes

Detroit Lions free agency C.J. Moore re-signed by Brad Holmes

The Detroit Lions are bringing back special teams ace C.J. Moore. According to NFL Network, Moore will sign a one-year contract that is worth up to $2.4 million and includes $800,000 in guaranteed monies. Moore signed with the Detroit Lions as an undrafted rookie free agent following the 2019 NFL Draft.In 2021, Moore recorded 22 tackles and one interception. He earned a PFF grade of 82.6 on special teams, which ranked 26th of 218, and also earned a 59.2 grade on defense.When injuries besieged the Lions secondary, safety Will Harris was moved to the nickel cornerback position. As a result, Moore was slotted in defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn’s defense as the third safety. When Tracy Walker was out of the lineup due to coronavirus,  Moore earned his first career start against the Arizona Cardinals.Recommended Lions ArticlesSpeaking with reporters late in the 2021 season, Moore explained that he has always remained confident he could contribute to the team beyond his role on special teams. The 26-year-old has been one of the Lions’ most consistent performers on special teams for the past three seasons.Moving forward, Moore will continue to develop in Detroit’s defense working with Glenn and defensive backs coach Aubrey Pleasant, who are all returning to Detroit next season. Join the AllLions CommunityBecome a premium AllLions member, which grants you access to all of our premium content and gets you a FREE subscription to Sports Illustrated! Click on the link below for more.BECOME A MEMBER .

NFL free agency Detroit Lions Trey Flowers will be released

NFL free agency Detroit Lions Trey Flowers will be released

Trey Flowers will not suit up again for the Detroit Lions.The Lions have reportedly informed the veteran defensive end that he will be released on the first day of the new league year, according to Lions beat writer Dave Birkett.“Yeah, you know Trey, you’re talking about the ultimate glue guy, ultimate leader,” general manager Brad Holmes said. “He’s what we’re all about, in terms of grit and being just a football player. So it was unfortunate what he had to deal with, but again, those discussions are going to be forward down the road.”The 28-year-old would have carried a salary-cap hit of $23.2 million for the 2022 season and $23.6 million for 2023.Since signing back in 2019, Flowers struggled to consistently remain available. He only appeared in 14 games the past two seasons.New defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn attempted to have Flowers play more outside linebacker during his first season in Motown, but he ended the 2021 season on injured reserve.Recommended Lions ArticlesAustin Bryant and Julian Okwara were called upon to fill in when Flowers was absent. Flowers contract was worth $90 million and included $56 million in guaranteed money. The Lions will save at least 10 million in cap space after moving on from the former New England Patriot.Join the AllLions CommunityBecome a premium AllLions member, which grants you access to all of our premium content and gets you a FREE subscription to Sports Illustrated! Click on the link below for more.BECOME A MEMBER .