The Detroit Lions still need to bolster their pass rush, and while they haven’t made a major move in free agency yet, a new veteran option just hit the market. The San Francisco 49ers are releasing Leonard Floyd, adding an experienced edge rusher to the mix for teams still looking for reinforcements.
Floyd, 32, has been remarkably consistent, posting at least 9 sacks in four of the last five seasons and totaling 48 sacks since 2020—ranking just behind the likes of T.J. Watt and Myles Garrett. He had 8.5 sacks and 44 pressures for the 49ers last season, proving he can still be disruptive. While he might not fit Detroit’s typical edge rusher prototype, his durability and productivity make him a name worth considering as the Lions weigh their options.
Lions on Alert: Released Veteran Pass Rusher Could Be a Perfect Fit
