Lions Target Center via Trade

0:00You're listening to NFL News Today, subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. With free agency just days away, NFL teams like the Detroit Lions are eyeing the trade market for roster upgrades. Instead of big free agent splashes, the Lions could target a starting center to bolster their line, especially with limited salary cap space. Analysts point out that recent deals, like running back David Montgomery to the Texans and cornerback Trent McDuffy to the Rams, show trades can. Haven't fast this off season. Leaguewide changes make trades more likely, with 10 new head coaches shaking up schemes and creating player mismatches. For the Lions, General Manager Brad Holmes might capitalize on that, focusing on veterans in their final contract year who could be shopped. Centres rarely get traded, but the right deal could fill a key gap without breaking the bank. Lions already added some line help via trade with juice grugs, but fans and experts agree they need a proven starter. Detroit's offense runs through those five up front and a reliable center would boost

1:04both run and pass games. This fits the team's strategy under new pass game coordinator Mike Kafka. Top realistic targets include Arizona Cardinal Center, Hey Jalte Froholt, a 30-year-old starter with a cap hit around 5.6 million. Possibly for a fourth or fifth round pick. New York Giants Center John Michael Schmitz has ties to Kafka from last year. Atlanta Falcon Center Ryan Newsle impressed with top five grades in his first full season at a $6.25 million cap figure. Meanwhile Miami-Dolphin Center Aaron Brewer stands out with elite play at age 28, though it might cost a third round pick. These moves align with rebuilding teams, looking to shed contracts, keeping hopes high for Lions fans as talks heat up. A quick thank you to our sponsor of today's episode. Your pillow just got smarter. It plays your podcast and music. S-O-L-I-SOLYPILO.COM