Lions 2026 Free Agency Tracker: Latest Signings, Losses, News and Rumors

The Detroit Lions are entering the next phase of the offseason, and it may just be the biggest one of them all for general manager Brad Holmes.

Now in his sixth year leading the Lions' front office, Holmes has had to navigate one of the more topsy turvy offseasons of his tenure before free agency even begins. He has already had to part ways with potentially three of his top contributors on offense, and more change could be on the way with free agency.

The Lions traded running back David Montgomery to the Houston Texans for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs and picks, then cut center Graham Glasgow. On Friday, things took another turn when offensive tackle Taylor Decker requested his release.

Now, Holmes is tasked with righting the ship after the team finished in last place in the NFC North at 9-8. For a team with aspirations to contend for a championship, it was a disappointing season. While they still bring back plenty of talent, there are obvious weak spots that need to be addressed.

The NFL offseason has gotten off to a roaring start, as top trade target Maxx Crosby was moved from the Las Vegas Raiders to the Baltimore Ravens in a stunning move. He was considered to be a top target for the Lions due to the team's need for another pass-rusher to pair with Aidan Hutchinson.

Additionally, with Glasgow gone, the center position remains a need. One of the top free agent targets, Connor McGovern, came off the board when he re-signed with the Buffalo Bills on a new three-year contract.

There are plenty of talented options in this year's free agency class, and time will tell how Holmes elects to approach this phase of the offseason.

Follow along all throughout free agency for updates on the Lions' moves during this free agency cycle, along with any credible rumors surrounding the organization.

Rumors

3/12/26, 12:00 p.m. -- The Lions are signing defensive back Christian Izien to a one-year contract.

3/10/26, 8:15 p.m. -- The Lions are signing quarterback Teddy Bridgewater.

3/10/26, 5:45 p.m. -- The Lions are re-signing cornerback Rock Ya-Sin.

3/10/26, 3:30 p.m. -- The Lions are signing linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez to a one-year contract.

3/10/26, 1:05 p.m. -- The Lions are signing running back Isiah Pacheco.

3/10/26, 12:15 p.m. -- The Chicago Bears have signed former Lions wide receiver Kalif Raymond.

3/9/26, 7:45 p.m. -- The Buffalo Bills have signed former Lions backup quarterback Kyle Allen to a two-year contract.

3/9/26, 6:45 p.m. -- The Arizona Cardinals have signed former Lions defensive lineman Roy Lopez to a two-year contract.

3/9/26, 3:42 p.m. -- The Detroit Lions have agreed to a contract with Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Larry Borom.

3/9/26, 1:33 p.m. -- The Detroit Lions have agreed to a contract with Carolina Panthers center Cade Mays.

3/9/26, 1:23 p.m. -- Two Lions defenders have found new homes, as linebacker Alex Anzalone has agreed to a deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and cornerback Amik Robertson has agreed to a contract with the Washington Commanders.

3/9/26: The Lions had early talks about a new contract with the representatives of Amik Robertson during the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.

3/8/26: Veteran linebacker Alex Anzalone is linked in free agency to the Bears and Jets

Additions

C Cade Mays -- Agreed to a three-year, $25 million contract with $14 million guaranteed.
OT Larry Borom -- Agreed to a one-year, $5 million contract.
RB Isiah Pacheco -- Agreed to a one-year contract.
QB Teddy Bridgewater -- Agreed to a one-year contract.
CB Christian Izien -- Agreed to a one-year contract.
TE Tyler Conklin -- Signed a one-year contract.
CB Roger McCreary -- Signed to a one-year contract.
DE D.J. Wonnum -- Signed to a one-year contract worth up to $6 million.
LB Damone Clark -- Signed to a one-year contract.
WR Greg Dortch -- Signed to a one-year contract.
DE Payton Turner -- Signed to a one-year contract.
OL Ben Bartch -- Signed to a one-year contract.
S Chuck Clark -- Signed to a one-year contract.

Lions released

C Graham Glasgow
OT Taylor Decker
DE Josh Paschal

Lions traded

RB David Montgomery -- Traded to Houston Texans in exchange for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs, a 2026 fourth-round pick and a 2027 seventh-round pick.

Lions free agents

OL Trystan Colon
LB Zach Cunningham
DE Marcus Davenport
OT Taylor Decker
TE Anthony Firkser
C Graham Glasgow
OL Jamarco Jones
DB Arthur Maulet
S Jalen Mills
DE Josh Paschal
DL DJ Reader
LB Ezekiel Turner
TE Shane Zylstra

Lions re-signed

LB Malcolm Rodriguez -- One-year contract.

CB Rock Ya-Sin -- One-year contract.
LB Trevor Nowaske
WR Tom Kennedy
DL Myles Adams
DB Avonte Maddox

RFA/ERFA tender applied

K Jake Bates (ERFA)

Signed elsewhere

LB Alex Anzalone -- Will sign a two-year, $17 million deal with Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
CB Amik Robertson -- Will sign a two-year, $16 million deal with the Washington Commanders.
DT Roy Lopez -- Will sign a two-year, $11.5 million deal with the Arizona Cardinals.
QB Kyle Allen -- Will sign a two-year, $6.1 million deal with the Buffalo Bills.
WR Kalif Raymond -- Will sign a one-year, $5.1 million deal with the Chicago Bears.
DE Tyrus Wheat -- Will sign with the Dallas Cowboys.
DE Al-Quadin Muhammad -- Signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
LB Grant Stuard -- Signing with the Los Angeles Rams.
S Daniel Thomas -- Signed with the Cleveland Browns.
OL Kayode Awosika -- Signed with the Los Angeles Chargers.

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