The Lions are adding more depth to their defensive line, signing former Cardinals nose tackle Roy Lopez to a one-year, $4.65 million deal. Lopez, a tough and gritty player, fits the mold of what Detroit wants in the trenches.
After starting his career with the Texans, Lopez joined Arizona in 2023 and quickly earned a spot on the active roster. Last season, he recorded nine solo tackles, a sack, and a forced fumble. With uncertainty surrounding free agents like Levi Onwuzurike and Kyle Peko, Lopez gives the Lions another strong presence in the middle of their defensive front.