The Hockenson pick at 3.09 should net a rotational dlineman or 3rd WR or OL of the future. Wasn't the Hock trade involved in the 2023 3rd for Hooker?
Lions:
63rd (Traded to Broncos)
122nd (Traded to Cardinals)
249th (Traded to Eagles)Chiefs:
55th (WR Rashee Rice)
194th (DT Keondre Coburn)
Lions:
68th (QB Hendon Hooker)
139th (Traded to Cardinals)Broncos:
63rd (WR Marvin Mims)
183rd (S JL Skinner)
3.09 should net a rotational dlineman or 3rd WR or OL of the future
They won't force a position. They clearly have "their guys" and they are going to get them regardless of what we all think is BPA or a need. He's not taking a DE just to take one. The guy has to be someone they love.I can see Brad signing a mid-tier CB, DE and maybe an OL in Free Angency. And as much as the Lions pick players over positional need, I just don't see Brad picking anything other than a CB and DE in the first and second round unless there is really a player they love drops significantly and falls into their lap.
ARSB will probably be the first to extend, with a 4-year 104 million extension with a significant signing bonus to spread it over 6 years including this year and a voidable year.
This is so true, and so freaking refreshing after the years we suffered. No longer do I have worry about ”forcing the need” as we have seen year after year with previous regimes. Holmes will not hit them all, but it is clear he has an actual process in place and it has to be the right “fit” for what we expect here now. This goes for draft and FA‘s. No longer are we trying to grab a hot name or force a square peg in a round hole. Life is good for Lion’s fans right now.They won't force a position. They clearly have "their guys" and they are going to get them regardless of what we all think is BPA or a need. He's not taking a DE just to take one. The guy has to be someone they love.I can see Brad signing a mid-tier CB, DE and maybe an OL in Free Angency. And as much as the Lions pick players over positional need, I just don't see Brad picking anything other than a CB and DE in the first and second round unless there is really a player they love drops significantly and falls into their lap.
ARSB will probably be the first to extend, with a 4-year 104 million extension with a significant signing bonus to spread it over 6 years including this year and a voidable year.
But I trust he will not over-reach for those needs either, which is the refreshing difference from the past. We will not go out day one of FA agency and pay the top corner just to pay the top corner. We will also not draft that position unless we are sold on the prospect at that particular pick. Refreshing…It is easy to not draft for need when you have a pathetic rooster, because everything is a need. But now I will gaurentee you, Brad will not be drafting early a RB, TE, QB, LB, and probably not even a safety. The bucket of players they fall in love with will be more focused this year than previous drafts. The Lions are truly a couple very specific positions away from being legit contenders to win it all.
Yep and I’m fine if he wants to push the chips and go all in this year or he wants to keep steady building. I’m just going to trust it.I think the bottom line for most fans is we trust Brad Holmes. He has nailed 3 consecutive drafts and has been a judicious spender in FA. He has done nothing in his first three years that would give you any reason to doubt the moves he makes (and/or the ones he doesn't make.)
A trip to Motown would reunite him with Jim Hostler, a former Panthers WR coach and senior offensive assistant for the Commanders. Hostler is now a senior offensive assistant for the Lions as of 2024.
The article had yesterday's date but some outdated info. I edited out his listing JRM as a still FA but probably missed a couple of other things.A trip to Motown would reunite him with Jim Hostler, a former Panthers WR coach and senior offensive assistant for the Commanders. Hostler is now a senior offensive assistant for the Lions as of 2024.
Hostler was let go
Holmes just said there would be "competition", so I'm guessing they can get out of it.Is Badgley's deal guaranteed, or has to make the team deal?
Thought the kicker spot would be a point of concern this off-season.
Lions’ free agents
Re-signed
- K Michael Badgley — Signed 1-year deal. $1.08M, $0 GTD - Holmes said yesterday they'll bring in competition for TC
- LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin — Signed a 2-year deal, $7.5M, $5.245M GTD, $2.5M bonus - highest paid core ST ever for the Pro Bowler
Pride of Detroit says $425,000 guaranteed, so I don't think they'd have any problem cutting himHolmes just said there would be "competition", so I'm guessing they can get out of it.Is Badgley's deal guaranteed, or has to make the team deal?
Thought the kicker spot would be a point of concern this off-season.
Pride of Detroit says $425,000 guaranteed, so I don't think they'd have any problem cutting himHolmes just said there would be "competition", so I'm guessing they can get out of it.Is Badgley's deal guaranteed, or has to make the team deal?
Thought the kicker spot would be a point of concern this off-season.
They won't force a position. They clearly have "their guys" and they are going to get them regardless of what we all think is BPA or a need. He's not taking a DE just to take one. The guy has to be someone they love.I can see Brad signing a mid-tier CB, DE and maybe an OL in Free Angency. And as much as the Lions pick players over positional need, I just don't see Brad picking anything other than a CB and DE in the first and second round unless there is really a player they love drops significantly and falls into their lap.
ARSB will probably be the first to extend, with a 4-year 104 million extension with a significant signing bonus to spread it over 6 years including this year and a voidable year.
Was he hanging with Ben Johnson? I guess he lives in PlymouthThey won't force a position. They clearly have "their guys" and they are going to get them regardless of what we all think is BPA or a need. He's not taking a DE just to take one. The guy has to be someone they love.I can see Brad signing a mid-tier CB, DE and maybe an OL in Free Angency. And as much as the Lions pick players over positional need, I just don't see Brad picking anything other than a CB and DE in the first and second round unless there is really a player they love drops significantly and falls into their lap.
ARSB will probably be the first to extend, with a 4-year 104 million extension with a significant signing bonus to spread it over 6 years including this year and a voidable year.
DC was at The Penn Grill in Plymouth last week. Took pictures with anyone who wanted to and had a few beers. Sais he was just like a deer hunter in jeans and a flannel. My buddy texted me to come up but we were not home. Had a Detroit Army hat on. Should help their sales.
Was he hanging with Ben Johnson? I guess he lives in PlymouthThey won't force a position. They clearly have "their guys" and they are going to get them regardless of what we all think is BPA or a need. He's not taking a DE just to take one. The guy has to be someone they love.I can see Brad signing a mid-tier CB, DE and maybe an OL in Free Angency. And as much as the Lions pick players over positional need, I just don't see Brad picking anything other than a CB and DE in the first and second round unless there is really a player they love drops significantly and falls into their lap.
ARSB will probably be the first to extend, with a 4-year 104 million extension with a significant signing bonus to spread it over 6 years including this year and a voidable year.
DC was at The Penn Grill in Plymouth last week. Took pictures with anyone who wanted to and had a few beers. Sais he was just like a deer hunter in jeans and a flannel. My buddy texted me to come up but we were not home. Had a Detroit Army hat on. Should help their sales.
Reports are Goff is looking at signing for under $45 million per year worth and ARSB at around $25 million per year.
The website I am looking at says Tyreek, Adams and Cupp are higher but they also may not really see all that- sometimes numbers are misleading. Either way, it’s fine if Amon Ra is highest paid because Jefferson, Chase, Waddle, etc are right behind him for new deals and will likely pass him up because that’s just how it works.Reports are Goff is looking at signing for under $45 million per year worth and ARSB at around $25 million per year.
That would make Brown the highest paid WR in the NFL.
The website I am looking at says Tyreek, Adams and Cupp are higher but they also may not really see all that- sometimes numbers are misleading. Either way, it’s fine if Amon Ra is highest paid because Jefferson, Chase, Waddle, etc are right behind him for new deals and will likely pass him up because that’s just how it works.Reports are Goff is looking at signing for under $45 million per year worth and ARSB at around $25 million per year.
That would make Brown the highest paid WR in the NFL.
Yeah moving on from Hock looks genius now. Sam is cheaper and better.The website I am looking at says Tyreek, Adams and Cupp are higher but they also may not really see all that- sometimes numbers are misleading. Either way, it’s fine if Amon Ra is highest paid because Jefferson, Chase, Waddle, etc are right behind him for new deals and will likely pass him up because that’s just how it works.Reports are Goff is looking at signing for under $45 million per year worth and ARSB at around $25 million per year.
That would make Brown the highest paid WR in the NFL.
Sewell will be near the top when he gets his new deal.
Going to be some casualties down the road. Decker has 1 year left and wants a new deal but he might not get one. With all the contracts coming up we know why they dumped Hock last year. Get 4-5 years out of LaPorta at pennies on the dollar compared to Hock.
Reports are Goff is looking at signing for under $45 million per year worth and ARSB at around $25 million per year.
That would make Brown the highest paid WR in the NFL.
And? He's a top 5 WR and deserves to be paid for it. It's a pass happy league now.Reports are Goff is looking at signing for under $45 million per year worth and ARSB at around $25 million per year.
That would make Brown the highest paid WR in the NFL.
And? He's a top 5 WR and deserves to be paid for it. It's a pass happy league now.Reports are Goff is looking at signing for under $45 million per year worth and ARSB at around $25 million per year.
That would make Brown the highest paid WR in the NFL.
Also, things change fast. Look at how quickly the QB contracts escalated. WR's will be next. Especially with the cap increase for 2024.
Reports are Goff is looking at signing for under $45 million per year worth and ARSB at around $25 million per year.
That would make Brown the highest paid WR in the NFL.
Right, Tyreek makes 30 already and JJ will soon be there also.Reports are Goff is looking at signing for under $45 million per year worth and ARSB at around $25 million per year.
That would make Brown the highest paid WR in the NFL.
No it wouldn't.
I'm in the get it done early crowd. The later contracts for WR and QB will just keep getting bigger and bigger.
I'm in the get it done early crowd. The later contracts for WR and QB will just keep getting bigger and bigger.
If he didn’t get top dollar every player IN THE NFL would wonder “what’s it take?”
I'm in the get it done early crowd. The later contracts for WR and QB will just keep getting bigger and bigger.
If he didn’t get top dollar every player IN THE NFL would wonder “what’s it take?”
Would be a horrible look for the Lions to not pay up for Amon Ra
Meant "one" of them. Be on par with Devonte Adams who he out performed.Reports are Goff is looking at signing for under $45 million per year worth and ARSB at around $25 million per year.
That would make Brown the highest paid WR in the NFL.
No it wouldn't.