MichiganCardinal

At 29, I'm surprised he didn't demand a four year deal.

He still didn't say a ****ing word.

It was hard to decide whether his flapping was worth it because he wasn't healthy. If he had played every game last season we may have a different opinion. I give him credit for rehabbing so aggressively to get back for the playoffs. When CJGJ was signed a year ago, he was signed to be a starter. He lost that role while injured. It's possible the Lions looked at it and said "there is a distinct possibility that even if we bring back CJGJ; Iffy and Branch could earn the starting nickel and safety jobs on this team. If that happens, we may ultimately need to release CJGJ, because his ego can't handle being a rotational player" If that was the case, the salary offer needed to be commensurate for that possibility. That said, I think the dude can ball (led the league in picks in 2022) and I think it's helpful to have someone on your team who can get under the opponent's skin like he can. I would bring him back on another one-year prove-it deal.

There aren’t a lot of positions where the premier talent is going to be available at #29, but guard is one. That said, I would be surprised if the Lions go into the draft without picking up a capable LG. They went into 2023 with six starting offensive linemen, which is what allowed them to transition seamlessly to Glasgow after Vaitai went down. Pigeon holing yourself to take a guard in the draft because it’s a glaring hole just doesn’t seem like Holmes’ MO at all.

Last year Holmes surprised us with CJGJ late(r) in free agency. I could see someone who wants a bigger deal taking a one-year prove-it deal when they don't get what they want from the market. Justin Simmons (S), Kendall Fuller (CB), Kenny Moore (CB), Tre'Davious White (DB), DJ Reader (DT), DJ Wonnum (EDGE), Mike Danna (EDGE), and Kevin Zeitler (OG) are names I would keep an eye on. White makes a lot of sense given the injury history and being an obvious buy-low candidate. Danna has Detroit ties and is only 26. I also wouldn't count out CJGJ eventually re-signing. If Holmes was 'in' on Sneed but the price was too much, the real blockbuster of a move could be a trade for Tee Higgins. It would make our offense arguably the best in the league. I would do #61 and a 2025 3rd for him, but the Bengals are probably wanting a 1st. The question of course would become can you pay all three of ASB, Higgins, and Jamo; along with Goff, Sewell, and Hutch. You probably could, but of course sacrifices would need to be made elsewhere.

More than I would have expected, but it's not my money and it's a one-year thing, so whatever. Hope he can stay on the field.

They wanted Witherspoon in the draft last year. I expect they’ll still be in the market for a corner this draft. I expect they are out on Sneed but maybe not out on corner altogether. Having a CB1 rookie in the shadows waiting wouldn’t be too bad.

I agree. I know they’re getting return picks, but I was hoping we wouldn’t give up a pick before day three.

At the Lions-Bucs playoff game, Carlton Davis’ mother and family sat two rows in front of me. When he was called for a penalty late in the game, my (dumbass) friend yelled out “WHAT HAPPENED DAVIS” and his mother turned around and said “Some BULL**** that’s what!”

I like Davenport. I remember the Saints LOVED him back in 2018. Mortgaged the future to go move up for him. That didn’t work out but clearly Glenn likes what he brings to the table.

Busy day for the NFC North sans Detroit.

Good for Jefe

I like Alim a lot. He's probably one of the most underrated players on the team. But I think one more elite player on that defensive front, alongside Hutch, would make a world of difference for the entire defense.

This is an outrageous amount of money for an aging running back who has not played a full season since his rookie year.

Raiders gonna Raider. That's too much.

I'm sure his former teammates look forward to saying hi to him before and after games (not during, he'll be hurt).

I think he is in that elite tier, and I think he would probably be the best pass-rushing DT we've had since Suh. I don't want to get into a bidding war for a 28yo though

LOL

I posted this last year around this time and it worked.

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