Roy Lopez Leaves Lions for Cardinals

0:00You're listening to NFL News Today. Subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. The Detroit Lions defense took a hit and free agency as defensive tackle Roy Lopez signed a two-year deal worth $11.5 million with. The Arizona Cardinals. The contract includes $7 million guaranteed, according to reports from Ian Rappaport and NFL Network. Lopez had a solid year in Detroit on a one-year pact worth $3.5 million. He appeared in all 17 games with 30 tackles, two sacks, and a past defense, helping anchor the run defense while adding some interior pressure. This leaves the Lions leaning on first-round pick, Tileek, Williams for a larger row next season after he logged 446 snaps compared to Lopez's 425. They'll need more help up front, especially with veteran nose tackle, DJ Reader hitting free agency. Reader has expressed interest in staying. Telling K-Adams he loves the team and that his agent has been in talks with Detroit.

1:03No deal yet, but it could provide some stability. Meanwhile, Lopez marks the third defender to leave on Monday, joining Linebacker Alex Enzelone with a Teva Bay Buccaneers and Cornerback Amick. Robertson heading to the Washington commanders. Keep an eye on more Lions moves. D&N sponsored by our partner, check out the episode description. Headphones in a pillow, simple idea, surprisingly addictive, S-O-L-I-S-O-L-Pillow.com.