Breaking Down the Lions’ Latest Free Agent Contracts
The Detroit Lions’ latest contract details are in, shedding light on how the team values its newest signings. By analyzing guaranteed money and incentives, we get a clearer picture of who’s likely to stick around for the 2025 season.
Craig Reynolds (RB) – One Year, $1.17M
With no guaranteed money outside of a $75K workout bonus, Reynolds’ roster spot is anything but secure. With Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery, and Sione Vaki ahead of him, he’ll have to fight to keep his RB3 role.
Dan Skipper (OT) – One Year, $1.42M
Skipper’s contract includes a small signing bonus but doesn’t scream “lock” for the 53-man roster. The Lions may believe Giovanni Manu is ready to take over as the primary backup.
Al-Quadin Muhammad (EDGE) – One Year, $1.42M
With $300K guaranteed, Muhammad’s deal suggests he has a better shot at making the roster than Skipper, but he’ll still need to prove himself in camp.
Pat O’Connor (DL) – One Year, $1.42M
O’Connor’s contract mirrors Muhammad’s, meaning he’s in a similar “not guaranteed, but favored” situation.
Avonte Maddox (CB) – One Year, $1.42M
Nearly his entire contract is guaranteed, making him a safe bet to stay on the roster and provide veteran leadership in the secondary.
Khalil Dorsey (CB) – Two Years, $3.3M
Dorsey’s multi-year deal signals confidence from the Lions. Despite recovering from a broken leg, they see him as a core special teams player with defensive upside.
These contracts reveal the Lions’ strategy—prioritizing value deals with flexibility. The team isn’t overcommitting but is giving key veterans a chance to contribute in 2025.
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