Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell addresses the media after an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
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Though the Detroit Lions came up one win short of a Super Bowl appearance in 2023, their window to compete for a title appears to be just beginning. As a result, the organization would benefit from being aggressive this offseason as they look to maximize their chances to win the ultimate prize in football. The offense appears to be in a good spot, but the defense was shaky at points this season. To solve this, general manager Brad Holmes may decide to add a playmaker to Aaron Glenn’s group. One has appeared to come available early in the offseason, as the Philadelphia Eagles have allowed linebacker Haason Reddick to seek a trade per reports. He is coming off a strong season for the Eagles, as he posted 11 sacks and 13 tackles for loss in 2023. The veteran has posted double digit sacks in each of his two campaigns with Philadelphia. Reddick’s decision aligns with an offseason of change for the Eagles, who will have a new defensive coordinator for the third straight year. The defense struggled in 2023, falling to among the league’s worst in multiple categories. The Lions would benefit greatly from adding Reddick for his abilities as a pass rusher. He totaled 68 pressures and posted a 73.9 pass-rush grade, via Pro Football Focus, which would make him an asset working opposite from Aidan Hutchinson. Related: Roundtable: Lions’ Draft Crushes Detroit had a difficult time getting to the quarterback in 2023. Hutchinson was often double-teamed, and the rotating cast of rushers struggled to generate heat on opposing passers. Adding Reddick, a proven pass-rush talent, would do wonders for the Lions’ rush efforts. He also has held up against the run, earning a 63.7 run defense grade from PFF.
Though the Detroit Lions came up one win short of a Super Bowl appearance in 2023, their window to compete for a title appears to be just beginning. As a result, the organization would benefit from being aggressive this offseason as they look to maximize their chances to win the ultimate prize in football. The offense appears to be in a good spot, but the defense was shaky at points this season. To solve this, general manager Brad Holmes may decide to add a playmaker to Aaron Glenn’s group. One has appeared to come available early in the offseason, as the Philadelphia Eagles have allowed linebacker Haason Reddick to seek a trade per reports. He is coming off a strong season for the Eagles, as he posted 11 sacks and 13 tackles for loss in 2023. The veteran has posted double digit sacks in each of his two campaigns with Philadelphia. Reddick’s decision aligns with an offseason of change for the Eagles, who will have a new defensive coordinator for the third straight year. The defense struggled in 2023, falling to among the league’s worst in multiple categories. The Lions would benefit greatly from adding Reddick for his abilities as a pass rusher. He totaled 68 pressures and posted a 73.9 pass-rush grade, via Pro Football Focus, which would make him an asset working opposite from Aidan Hutchinson. Related: Roundtable: Lions’ Draft Crushes Detroit had a difficult time getting to the quarterback in 2023. Hutchinson was often double-teamed, and the rotating cast of rushers struggled to generate heat on opposing passers. Adding Reddick, a proven pass-rush talent, would do wonders for the Lions’ rush efforts. He also has held up against the run, earning a 63.7 run defense grade from PFF.
Ultimately, whether or not Reddick fits with the Lions will likely come down to an evaluation of his ability to mold with Detroit’s established culture. His production would greatly help the defense, so it’s an addition worth exploring for the organization’s brass.
