As the Detroit Lions approach the 2025 free agency period, general manager Brad Holmes reaffirmed the team’s strategy to prioritize retaining their key young players. During an interview at the NFL Combine, Holmes explained that the Lions have built a strong roster with core players who have earned the right to lucrative second contracts, including Penei Sewell, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and soon, Aidan Hutchinson, Kerby Joseph, and Jameson Williams. This success has created a “good problem”—the challenge of balancing contract extensions while keeping room for free agent acquisitions.
Holmes emphasized that while the Lions are focusing on rewarding their homegrown talent, their approach to free agency will remain targeted. The team will be strategic, seeking players who align with the core values and qualities head coach Dan Campbell and Holmes have cultivated. Although Holmes didn’t reveal anything unexpected, the overall focus remains on maintaining a strong roster while making calculated additions to continue improving in 2025.
Brad Holmes Reaffirms Lions’ Priorities as Free Agency Approaches
