By Adeniyi Precious 
The details are in for the Detroit Lions’ newest nose tackle, Roy Lopez. According to Over The Cap, Lopez has signed a one-year, $3.5 million fully guaranteed deal.
Breaking Down the Numbers
Base Salary: $1.33 million
Signing Bonus: $2 million
Roster Bonus: Up to $170,000 ($10K per game)
Cap Hit: $3.49 million
Incentives: Potential to earn an additional $1.15 million
What This Means for the Lions’ Defensive Line
At 28, Lopez is expected to be a key part of the defensive rotation alongside veteran DJ Reader, helping to keep the interior line fresh. However, this signing could spell trouble for Brodric Martin, a former third-round pick who has struggled to carve out a consistent role.
Lopez’s contract structure suggests Detroit values his presence, and if he performs well, he could be in line for a longer-term deal next offseason.