Lions Fans React to FA Signings, Wonder Why Quinn Overspends?

It did not start off with a bang, but the Lions finished day one of free agency by coming to terms with defensive lineman Nick Williams of the Chicago Bears.

The agreement is reportedly for two years and $10 million.

In 2019, Williams secured six sacks and recorded 42 tackles, two fumble recoveries, and two passes defended with the Bears.

According to Erik Schlitt of USA Today's Lions Wire:

"Capable of playing from the 1- to the 5-technique, Williams is a well-rounded player, capable of stopping the run and pressuring the pocket. He looks most comfortable as a 3-technique and could easily step into the role assumed last season by A’Shawn Robinson.

Earlier on Monday, Detroit reached agreements with former Eagles offensive lineman Halapoulivaati Vaitai and linebacker Jamie Collins.

The deal for Vaitai is reportedly worth $50 million over five years.

Vaitai has earned a reputation for his versatility, after showing he could be productive playing several positions on Philadelphia's offensive line.

At 6-foot-6, 320 pounds, Vaitai has only started four games the past two seasons. His primary role in 2019 was as a backup.

As for Collins, the former New England Patriot and Cleveland Brown has signed a three-year, $30 million deal with Detroit. It includes $18 million in fully guaranteed money.

Last year, he secured 85 tackles, seven sacks, three interceptions and four forced fumbles in 16 games.

Fans had mixed reactions to the moves made by general manager Bob Quinn.

One common theme emerged from many who reacted to the free-agent signings -- many felt Quinn overpaid for the services of the players he acquired.

Here is a sample of the reactions to the moves made by the Lions:

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— Zack vanek〽️ (@ZackVanek) March 16, 2020

Glasgow signed for 4yr/44mil and we signed this guy for WHAT!?!?!???
— World’s Okayest Dad (@LetsChopCats) March 16, 2020

Lions overpaying for a average player. Outside of Detroit everyone stating that. Lions paid to much for a guy who had a good start against bad teams last year but nonexistent at the end.
— Mr.S (@PaulS2236) March 17, 2020

Solid signing.
— Phillip Lutz (@phillutzreports) March 17, 2020

Was hoping the Lions would have signed Collins last year on the cheap... like the Patriots did.

Now, they are paying the 30 year old $10M per year for 3 years.

I do like this move still, but his age and the length of the contract is a little worrisome.
— Logan Lamorandier (@LLamorandier) March 17, 2020

LB Jamie Collins Signs with Lions for Three Years, $30 Million

Detroit Lions Sign Former Eagles OL Halapoulivaati Vaitai

Graham Glasgow Signs with Denver Broncos

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