It looks like the Detroit Lions will have a variety of options to consider as they work on building their roster during the offseason.<\/p>\n
The team has already been mentioned as a potential trade destination for high-profile players like Myles Garrett, Cooper Kupp Dan Campbell Brings UFL Offensive Coordinator to Join Lions<\/p>\n
These names are just the tip of the iceberg, with many big free agent signings also on the table.<\/p>\n
In free agency, it appears the Lions could be in the mix for a linebacker who has already played in two Super Bowls during his first six seasons in the NFL.<\/p>\n
In an article analyzing the top potential landing spots for the best linebackers in this year\u2019s free-agent class, Pro Football Focus\u2019 Mason Cameron listed the Lions as a prime destination for San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw.<\/p>\n
When healthy, Greenlaw has been a standout player in his six years with the 49ers.<\/p>\n
He posted 92 tackles as a rookie and followed it up with 86 tackles in 13 games the following season. His third year was cut short by injury, but he bounced back strong in year four.<\/p>\n
Greenlaw recorded 127 tackles and forced two fumbles during his fourth season, which earned him a two-year, $16.4 million contract.<\/p>\n
His first year on that deal was another solid season, with 120 tackles and five for a loss.<\/p>\n
Unfortunately, the season ended with a torn Achilles in the Super Bowl.<\/p>\n
He spent most of the 2024 season recovering from that injury, leaving some teams uncertain about what they can expect from him moving forward.<\/p>\n
This uncertainty could present an opportunity to sign him at a lower price for teams willing to take a chance on him regaining his former form, and the Lions could be one of those teams willing to roll the dice.<\/p>\n
The Lions could be looking for a new linebacker this offseason. Derrick Barnes is set to hit free agency, and rumors suggest that defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn is interested in bringing him back.<\/p>\n
If Barnes departs, Greenlaw could serve as a solid replacement for the Lions\u2019 linebacker group, which struggled with injuries last season and needs help against the run.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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