The Detroit Lions have multiple defensive needs, and Bleacher Report predicts they will land a potential 2025 free-agent steal in defensive tackle Milton Williams.
The Lions have made a habit of finding deals in free agency, and despite having ample cap space, they may choose to continue that strategy in 2025. Defensively, the Lions will need several players to address gaps along their defensive line and secondary.
They could opt to sign a few high-profile players or target bargain free agents for solid deals. On the defensive front, the Lions need multiple reinforcements to improve their performance. Interestingly, an underrated name has been projected for them. Bleacher Report writer Milton Williams, Alex Kay highlighted the Lions as the perfect destination for Philadelphia Eagles’ free agent defensive tackle Milton Williams. The contract Kay envisions for Williams? Four years, $50 million, a potential bargain for a rising talent.
Williams has accumulated 132 tackles and 11.5 sacks in his career. The Eagles are unlikely to retain all their players, and the Lions could take advantage of that by grabbing a crucial depth piece.
The fact that Bleacher Report sees the Lions landing Williams is significant. He has already been a favorite free agent in their projections this year, with many believing he simply needs a larger role to prove his value. Moe Moton also listed Williams as one of the possible under-the-radar free-agent steals for the 2025 offseason, citing his ability to make an immediate impact when on the field.
If the Lions pair Williams with their strong defensive line, he could thrive similarly to how he did in Philadelphia. While many think the Lions need to add pass rushers, a player like Williams could significantly strengthen the interior.