Lions Make a ‘Home Run’ Signing with DJ Reed to Replace Carlton Davis
The Detroit Lions wasted no time replacing Carlton Davis, landing DJ Reed on a three-year, $48 million deal. With $32 million guaranteed, the contract is proving to be a bargain compared to other cornerback deals in free agency.
Reed, a versatile and consistent defensive back, has earned a 70+ Pro Football Focus grade for six straight seasons. While he isn’t a high-interception player, he’s a proven playmaker with at least nine pass breakups in four straight years. ESPN’s Mina Kimes praised the move, calling it one of her favorite signings and a “home run” for the Lions, as it adds veteran stability without forcing Detroit to reach for a corner in the draft.
