Here are the biggest winners for the Lions so far in free agency.
The Detroit Lions, without spending a ton of money, have had a nice run in free agency a week-plus into things. They’ve addressed most of their needs, and undoubtedly addressed their biggest needs (cornerback, edge rusher, defensive tackle, guard). The signing of guard Kevin Zeitler to kickoff the second week of free agency should boost their free agency grades to the highest marks all-around.
But free agent signings have an impact on the the teammates they are joining, ideally positively one way or another (a more ideal role, simply having better talent in their position group, a spot that impacts their production being upgraded. Moves not made can also make an incumbent player a “winner” from free agency.
From the early part of free agency this year, these five players are clear winners for the Detroit Lions.
Even though the Lions traded up to get him in the third round of the 2023 draft, it was clear Martin was a developmental prospect and that was shown as he barely played as rookie (three regular season games, 28 defensive snaps).
