Brad Holmes Provides 8-Word Insight Into Lions’ Free Agent Strategy
The Detroit Lions’ unexpected playoff exit stunned fans of the historic NFL franchise, who believed the team was destined for its first-ever Super Bowl appearance.
Their divisional-round defeat against Coach Dan Quinn’s Washington Commanders highlighted the impact of injuries on Dan Campbell’s squad, raising the stakes for Detroit’s offseason moves.
On Tuesday, Lions general manager Brad Holmes discussed the obstacles his team faces this offseason, sharing his perspective on how Detroit can optimize its roster for the 2025 season.
Holmes responded to previous media inquiries about whether the Lions would invest heavily in free agents to strengthen the roster.
He elaborated on the topic by outlining the team’s likely approach.
“We want to keep the known, good players,” Holmes stated. “You don’t want to sacrifice them to overspend on unknowns.”
Detroit has approximately $45 million in salary cap space this offseason, ranking ninth among all NFL teams.
Notable free agents for the Lions include backup quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, wide receiver Tim Patrick, offensive guard Kevin Zeitler, fan-favorite offensive tackle Dan Skipper, and others.
Adding to the challenge is Detroit’s abundance of young talent, which Holmes must consider financially while shaping the team’s free agency and draft strategy.