Detroit Lions Just Linked To Franchise Altering Move!

One of the best players in the NFL and arguably THE best defensive player has put his name on the trade block. Immediately following multiple Media outlets have named the Detroit Lions as the frontrunner to go after his services. The real question is whether the juice is worth the squeeze?
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[@forrestmetzger6130]

Garrett is an absolute stud, but I think trading for him would not only cost several assets, but would also hinder Detroit's ability to extend their own players that they need to extend (Gibbs, LaPorta, Branch, Hutch, KJ, etc).

[@dgriffith821]

Dont forget all that money they locked up to keep GOOF

[@ladylover5670]

None of those extensions would kick in until 2027 when Garrett’s contract is up

[@daman2033]

@@ladylover5670but trading for garret he will demand a extension. If he will work out current deal no extension I would consider a 1 this year, a third next year, and a 5th the year after. Some one else will offer multiple firsts bring him in resign him long term. It’s not really feasible. Detroit needs to focus on Edge rushers first and second round.

[@QadarGabar]

No it would not..

[@daman2033]

@@QadarGabar how would it not. Miles isn’t moving and not getting an extension. Happens. He’s gonn get paid between 30 and 35 million per season for probably 5 years. Who do you want to lose hutch or multiples of laporta, joesph, branch, Jameson, Gibbs to keep under cap. Want to be the 49ers. That as soon as a couple injury’s hit they become trash. Youth is how you build and stay competitive long term.

[@ghowardgilbert2281]

No trade. Focus on signing current key starters. Let Brad and team do their magic at the draft and get that nugget of a young edge rusher.

[@itscoke4134]

This might be a hot take but I think Z-Smith and Hutch on each end will eat a lot more than people are thinking. Our fully healthy line (at least as it currently stands with players) with Smith, DJ reader, Alim Mcneil, and hutch I have full confidence in these 4 players when lined up together. Each one has their own different skillset and in total compliment each other. Yes Myles Garrett would be awesome and super overpowered with hutch. But, its too expensive and I am fully content with the group we have right now. Go lions

[@gardnetbush9768]

I agree but I don't think they will resign Smith sad but it's the way they think

[@ZachGraves-n8o]

That would be STUPID to not extend him he's a Dan CAMBLE kind of man

[@AdrnMen]

Detroit has to get to that 1st Super Bowl

[@namegoeshere3838]

Once there it will become easier each year

[@W1se0ldg33zer]

I have a real aversion to signing guys who're not upside players to huge contracts which can really put you in cap space "purgatory". I remember that was the Lions for many years and one year we had a total of 12 players who were drawing a paycheck from the Lions who weren't even on the team.

[@tonyblumenschein7218]

That's a tough call Craig he sure would boost our defensive line the lions are ready to win now hopefully we stay healthy next year good stuff today I'm glad Brad Holmes is making this decision Go Lions

[@ShawnDering]

HELL YES!! BRAD HAS TO GO ALL IN!! IT’S NOW OR NEVER!! THIS IS THE PIECE THAT WILL GET US OVER THE HUMP!! GOFF CAN’T CARRY US TO THE SUPERBOWL!!

[@erinmobley168]

The Lions ARE NOT going to trade for Garrett. The Lions do not make moves like that. We didn't do it in the last offseason, and we won't do it this offseason.

[@iceglobe2591]

This guy isn't a regular defender though he gets multiple sacks a game that is a superbowl worthy performance Garret with Hutch and Smith would be insane. I absolutely see them going for it

[@erinmobley168]

@@iceglobe2591 I agree it would be fantastic, But there were a lot of Very good players available last year that we really needed and didn't make a play for.

[@doudledown1212]

​@@erinmobley168Myles Garrett, nor anyone like him wanted to be traded last year.

[@erinmobley168]

There were many other great players available last year.

[@doudledown1212]

@@erinmobley168 not the same, they're were high-end corners and offensive players. And even then none of them were Myles Garrett caliber at their respective positions. Thats why they only signed one year contracts, they weren't looking for permanent players they were looking for temporary depth. But an opportunity like this at the position they were looking for, if a good trade is available, they will take it.

[@markeastman5910]

The Indianapolis Colts had DEs Freeny and Mathis. Those DEs were fierce to watch. They never had the power in the middle ever, but the DEs played lights out. If the Detroit Lions get a stud opposite of Aidan Hutchinson, the D line will improve exponentially.

[@TimShantry]

Brad can trade those two #1s (2025 & 2026) for a top 10 #1 this year and get a stud DE. I agree Hutch and Smith are more than an adequate tandem. Just like Smith was more effective with the Browns when he was opposite Garrett. He’s not a #1 beast, but a very serviceable #2 while whoever we draft for DE learns the ropes and subs in. Then let Smith go in 2026 to conserve cap space. We can’t get hamstrung salary-wise in the coming years and risk losing our current young thoroughbreds in 2-3 years due to an inherited bloated contract. I’d love a Garrett/Hutch tandem as bookends, but at what cost in a couple of years. It stinks of Javi Baez 2.0…caveat emptor!

[@jareds7305]

I didnt even have to watch the video to know that its title should actually be “31 teams linked to franchise altering move”

[@jordanmarble5408]

We need defensive depth and better scheme and let the offense cook again like last year

[@Loveerrrbody]

I totally agree with you defensive depth and a better scheme and playcaller and somebody that can and will make in hame adjustments when we're getting killed by the most simple offensive play calls and rookie quarterbacks is sickening

[@earlunderwoodjr.6766]

Miles Garret is worth a first round draft pick.

[@Matt-z6i]

Another option would be Maxx Crosby. Propose first round pick and Hendon Hooker. Raiders need a QB more than the Browns. I think Hooker would be a good fit in Pete Carrol's scheme.

[@KarenParker-f8g]

The extra "X" would cost you more than one first-round pick, and handcuff the Lions drafts for a few years.

[@thelovegun66]

We don't need him, we can get one in the draft. Probably a damn good one too.

[@Ejohns1004]

The Lions are at the point to where trading for that final piece is a smart move.

[@jordanschneider2878]

You’re not getting a Myles garret in the draft unless u have a top #10 pick. Those guys don’t last too long

[@chrisnull7835]

It's absolutely crazy because we can't afford him. Look at our cap space for 2026.

[@AIARTTOOL]

I agree but you can basically restructure contracts for infinite time. Look at the Saints. Not exactly what I’d want to do, considering we just need a healthy team to win it all

[@chrisnull7835]

You can’ restructure, but the bill comes due. The Saints have done it, and look at them now, hiring another new HC and drafting in the top 10. Looking at our cap space, I don’t see how we can even afford Hutchinson, much less Garrett also.

[@AIARTTOOL]

@@chrisnull7835 no, I agree. All I’m saying is you can do it but as you said, “look at the Saints now”. Not exactly ideal

[@avanders457]

In the past, our first round draft pick held a lot more value than it does this year, obviously, so I wouldn't be opposed of trading this year's first round in order to bring in a proven player, especially with the position the franchise is in to win now

[@namegoeshere3838]

YES!!! Make the trade and give up the next 2 years of round one picks! Could also give them a few good rookies, Antoine Green for one since they are rebuilding. Craig Reynolds or the younger RB Jefferson. Last franchise trade got us Jared Goff. Then it's been 80% draft picks but we have a top 3 offense. 2 incredible rushing machines like Hutch and Garrett drops the passer clock to 2 seconds or less on most plays, nearly impossible to find an open receiver. The rest of our defense will be healthy and with this trade a top 5 defense instantly. That's a better team than any of the Patriots Superbowl years. The rookies in the wide receiver room can go as we will be getting Cooper Kupp, which is opposite side Amon Ra, and with Jameson we then have the best receiving trio, best running back duo, best offensive line, best QB. The secondary will be fine, especially since nobody will be getting balls thrown their way with the best pass rushing duo in football

[@SWLion26]

I’m not one for giving up multiple assets for a single player. But in this case, Garrett has requested a trade, and it’s worth at least looking into it. The reality is, multiple teams want this guy, he is one of the best in the league at his position, and his salary is not crazy for the next two years; it’s not going to be cheap to get him. I am with you, Craig, I’d rather not do the deal.

[@21nixonme6]

Well, there's Garrett, Hendrickson, Crosby, and talk of Watt going. Crosby and Watt are saying they like their teams, but there's always that talk, and they leave. All 4 are about the same age and would be really awesome with Hutch. We can't forget the draft. We have a higher draft pick but there's still a few going after QB's and other needs. And there's still the option of Zadarius. I think he's still a good option for us as well.

[@JohnOBrien-rv3bo]

Yes!!!

[@titusprime5240]

I listened to a Cleveland sports show and they think they would get 3 firsts for him.

[@kaitlynschilling8926]

YES!!!!!!!

[@MichaelJordan-pv7xo]

Use him for the next 2 years win thw superbowl with our steller def and awsome offwnse

[@bradpirochta9293]

It's a no brainer. Last year I was beating the table to stick to the "draft and develop" game plan. We're in a different phase now. We have the foundation of young players that will be getting paid... we don't need more young players who are gonna take a year or 2 to get their feet under them. I'd give up a 2025 1st rounder, and a 2026 1st and 2nd rounder for Garrett... and I wouldn't even think twice. Garrett's contract would be very friendly for Detroit. It's relatively low risk. You could bail after 2026 if it doesn't work out and still pay your young guys.

[@andrewjackson7054]

Would love to see it but unfortunately I don't think it will happen

[@Pairofrickowens]

Man too bad the lions don’t already have a DPOY caliber edge rusher !

[@curtalderink3731]

Yes please.

[@charleslefurge7294]

No trade for MG, cost is too high DPs/Contract to trust in one player.

[@KarenParker-f8g]

Yes, adding Myles Garrett would make the Lions defense much better. But, looking at the big picture, you need to understand that several current Lions players will need new contracts fairly soon. So when you add Myles, who are you willing to let walk... it's a big-picture question. In Holmes we trust!

[@Rollinmdma1]

Would have to restructure contract cause we face same problems we currently have for Zadarius. Z we would have to pay a season after he’s done. Same thing with Myles current contract

[@RyanBell-xn7yk]

Brad Holmes trades down high draft picks and trades up with low ones is what we have seen so far

[@TheOriginalLeapyearSheldon]

This years first and fourth round pick. Next year's second round pick and either Jamo/Hooker. And YES Holmes definitely has to make this happen!! Hutch might take a small pay cut on an extension to make this happen

[@patrickyb8840]

Think we can get him if we give up Jamyr, Jared and Amon......😅😅

[@michaelstephens9852]

Nah. They will want too much. We are drafting great. Lets keep it going.

[@michaelgoertemiller6026]

no trade, draft the next myles garret

[@JWEAR0825]

If it’s not an arm and a leg yeah but not for a bunch of picks and 100 million plus contract. He’s good but he’s getting older and he has some kinda issue with his feet that’s reoccurring and from what I understand is extremely painful so in my opinion they’d be rolling the dice. I’d roll the dice giving up picks to move up in the first to draft the highest end on your board but that’s just my take and I just a plumber not an analyst or scout lolI’ll let the dudes who get paid to make those decisions do there job lol

[@reversiontothemean6129]

Trade Jamo, the 28th, and a 1st next year in my opinion. I think it could take a little less than that maybe the 3rd next seaosn we just got back) and yes Hooker too with that 3rd. I would want to see that new defense for one season and go for it all. I do not think Jamo will stay in Detroit after next season. I do not think the Lions will pay him and I do not think he wants to stay here. He is a show-boat type of player and I do not fault him for wanting the max salary, so he will not stay here for a dollar less than the market would give him. P.S. - Lions have a very tough schedule next season and we can't expect them to do what they did this year without a drastic addition. Garrett is a drastic addiiton. We do not have the secondary that can hold us in the big game, but that pass rush would make it be so. If not no worries, get the best DE for us at 28th and shore up the O-line

[@joeroodmusic7695]

Picks only!

[@ShadVrinn]

Z Smith is good, but man. I think I'd offer 2 firsts and a sign and trade with Onwuzurike.

[@jamesobrien7356]

A second round draft pick maybe but he would be a money pronlem player

[@MICHIGANGOBLUECHAMPS23]

Everyone saying the lions don’t do trades like this are idiots he’s a top edge rusher and you don’t think we should go get him that’s so stupid we need him for our defense he’s a all pro and will make our defense so much better

[@adk_mtnlife]

No way we go after him.

[@goodyman72]

We better do something the national media already has him going to the Commanders.

[@robertstacey63]

2 1st .We have I figure we have a 2 year window

[@johnhulbert2265]

Lions are not going to give up 2 first round picks for any player

[@jballen222]

You give up however many first round picks it takes and go all in on getting this team a Super Bowl. If you have Garrett, Hutch, Branch, Gibbs, St Brown and Sewell you’ll be a contender every year they’re all together. Brad and Dan draft good they’ll still get 1st round caliber players in later rounds. No brainer.

[@W1se0ldg33zer]

Yeah what would you give up for him? You have to give up a lot to get him. Montgomery and two first rounders? La Porta and two first rounders? It'd be about like that + his huge contract which then we can't afford to extend other guys.

[@richardjones862]

When we were healthy we were the best team in the NFL. Garrett makes us a better best team? He costs us a ton of money a draft picks. What we need is depth on defense. We need the draft picks. People still have the same old Lions thinking, it didn't work then either. We want to be good for a long time not just go all in for one Superbowl. We have a lot of guys to pay as it is. Build it right and stop looking for short cuts. IMO.

[@bootstrap25]

A trade for Garrett is not happening. Kupp is a possibility if Lions don’t have to give up much, but I really don’t see that happening either.

[@douglasbryant8744]

Only if we can get him for cheap

[@jerryantaya1266]

We never take the big swings. Us fans talk about it but I really dint think they're talking seriously about it. Unfortunately. We'll most likely never get that feeling. KC or Philly or Baltimore will do it. They're the only ones who do. Or the 49ers maybe.

[@ZachGraves-n8o]

I BELIEVE IT'S PROBABLY NOT GOING TO HAPPEN EITHER BUT BRAD HOLMES HAS ALREADY SAID HE TRIED TO GET MILES GARRETT FROM THE BROWNS HALFWAY THROUGH THE SEASON AND THEY SAID NO WAY. NOW HE WATS OUT. IT IS POSSIBLE.

[@gmoo4017]

You guys go through this every year. Management has probably done the math at a professional level and that is the only thing that will decide what happens next. You guys are like the kids telling the parents to buy that fancy Corvette instead of the minivan.

[@Ejohns1004]

I would do 2 firsts and a 3rd in a second.

[@jppagetoo]

Cleveland is in cap hell. They are 31st in cap space for next seson. At this time they are around $27M over the cap. The can't rip the bandaid off, there is no room to do that. This will be interesting to see how Cleveland gets under the cap. For the Lions, you are correct, this is a strong draft for d line, let them draft the help they need.

[@theecoolset100]

He's a great player, but I wouldn't trade for him. It would hinder our ability to sign our guys in the near future.

[@BruceRoberts-rm6ky]

Whatever Brad decides, he has proven that he should not be second guessed!

[@66rmw]

If they are going to go all in , yes . But they also need to retain all their starters , I’m thinking that leaves us no cushion in the cap

[@TiredDad2019]

Issue is what he would cost this team in players we have no shot to resign so unless he is looking to resign at the same price for several more years I do not want to see this. He’ll I would take a trade up in this draft for a great DE instead of

[@kaitlynschilling8926]

We'll give you picks and Marcus Davenport and Hendon Hooker.

[@jppagetoo]

Davenport is a UFA. He was on a 1 year contract. He is not a Lions player after the new league year starts in early March.

[@TODDSIMON-xu6qf]

Don't mortgage the future!

[@williamherzog2801]

Yes.

[@stephenz.8700]

I like sticking with za

[@larone29ray15]

Nobody wants to play for a team like that

[@jasonmaki6859]

Absolutely trade for Garrett, I think a 1st and a fourth seems solid

[@rockylee3281]

I am not doing the trade. Too much money for a guy on the wrong side of 30 Edge.

[@christhomas8431]

I would give up Hooker a DT and a 3rd & 1st

[@Loveerrrbody]

Hell yes we should trade for himwith no hesitation

[@jasonbates4518]

I would give up 2 1st round picks and a 3rd or 4th round as well

[@kennethsanders6096]

I remember at last year's trade deadline, the Browns wanted Hendon Hooker. I think The Lions should trade Hendon Hooker, Their 1st round pick (this years) and their 4th round pick (this years), and both teams should swap 2nd round picks for Myles Garrett. That seems fair to me. What do yall think?

[@thelovegun66]

Bad idea

[@kennethsanders6096]

@ explain why?

[@thelovegun66]

@@kennethsanders6096 I don't know your question was for me or not, but, I will explain why it's a bad idea to me. We just got 3 draft picks when we lost AG. We can get a good pass rusher in the draft to work on the opposite side of Hutch. We shouldn't waste our draft picks on someone who is expensive. It's not worth it.

[@Steve_643]

Why would Cleveland swap 2nd round picks? They are probably gonna have an early 2nd round pick and The Lions are gonna have a late 2nd round pick

[@kennethsanders6096]

@@thelovegun66 good point, however Myles Garrett can put you over the hump now with a team that is one or two pieces away…

[@coachkeymo]

Nope.... Stay the course, and draft a young guy. Hutch will be back next season so drafting another edge or two gives us the depth we'll need.

[@RyanBell-xn7yk]

I would rather have Gibbs, Jamo, branch and kerby joseph for the next 4-5 years

[@dd4148mt]

IF we go after a BIG NAME, I would go for Maxx Crosby and give up the first rounders and players.

[@elbertlyon8495]

NO! Way too costly. This regime knows how to draft. There is no need to mortgage the future. And nobody is giving you anything for Hendon Hooker.

[@SonSolo]

Naaah. This is a edge heavy draft, loaded with talent. I would not take on a expensive contact for a 30 yr old DE. I would continue to build through the draft, pick up multiple edge rushers and keep adding great players to my team.

[@wolves1901]

I doubt Holmes does it. He likes his draft picks to much. If they could I would try to trade for him. We really need to keep him away from the other teams in the division. I’m just not sure what to do. Btw no one wants Hooker. We do need defensive line because we do not know how well Hutch and the other guys on defense will heal.

[@SFloyd794]

Za'Darius Smithation in this equation?

[@BbubsVargason]

Yes!! draft picks

[@peytonandmax6155]

Too Old too much money!!! We need Hooker we don't have depth at QB if golf goes down we in trouble, And Garrett has to stay healthy he cost to much!

[@joshhorn4157]

I don't think this is realistic at all. I would love to trade for him tho

[@benjamincasper7615]

Yes trade for Garrett

[@michaelcarver7693]

No. This draft class is too deep with DL/DE talent. The cost isn't worth his age. For that much, we can get a young stud.

[@jackpytleski7750]

No, we build through the draft

[@dannysoule7977]

Come on guys, I I have stopped listening to you because you guys are not professional! Know facts, Broncos lost during Peyton's best year. You said the next season they won with defense. Wrong 2 years later. Stop being ignorant

[@MichaelJordan-pv7xo]

2 first rounders nd hendon hooker the need a qb nd then we can draft a pocket qb to learn under geoff thats younger

[@didyaevernotice9196]

This year and next years #1 pick this years 3rd and Hooker.

[@backseatdriver8902]

WIN NOW, or you might not every win...

[@mikeanderson9266]

Myles friend or lawyer wrote that letter he is not that well spoken! Trust me.

[@ValleyLion-e6y]

Need to use some draft picks to address a couple aging offensive linemen. Lion’s offense is great because of their oline.

[@sportstalkdetroit]

I hope they do!

[@ValleyLion-e6y]

Maybe Smith, Hooker and a pick….. dreaming

[@dylantolbert7920]

Stop it! Remember Peyton's defense when he was in Indy... hot garbage😂

[@markderifield185]

No..the cost of Garrett is too much!

[@anthonynikolitch7391]

NO!!! to much$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

[@MICHIGANGOBLUECHAMPS23]

Yes we should get him 100%

[@easyox77]

No, ill take Crosby in 2 years

[@c1985paul]

NOBODY ASKS THIS: what if we give up multiple picks and a player for Miles, and Miles suffers a career ending injury? That would set the franchise back another half decade of playing catchup. I not dead set against the trade, but it's risky and costly. We'd basically be giving up "the next" Gibbs, "the next" Hutch, and one of our current high caliber players. Not worth it at all. Look at what Brad does with 1st round picks. I'm not interested in giving those picks up for one player.

[@polish-hammer8365]

I would trade Goff and a top pick. Then draft a qb and sign Stafford back to a 1 year or two year deal.

[@chessacousins2067]

No, we shouldn't. Let's just focus on the draft.

[@YourGrannysThong]

Hassan Reddick would be productive and much cheaper. I wouldn't be upset if the Lions did trade for him. I'm not a fan of his cap hit

[@derrickscott267]

Yes i would but the lions are not going to do it!!!!!!