5 potential Lions trades that would excite fans, but not break the bank, with one big Super Bowl-contending swing
The NFL trade deadline is just a couple of weeks away, and teams are already starting to make moves. Everyone is wondering if the Detroit Lions might get involved this year. If they do, it's probaly going to all rely on the contractual status of the guys they might be able to bring in. The Lions are actively trying to lock down Aidan Hutchinson, and then this offseason, they'll have to go to work on Jahmyr Gibbs, Brian Branch, Jack Campbell, and Sam LaPorta.
So with this list of players the Lions could trade for, we wanted to make sure that it was players who fit a need, would get fans excited, and not break the bank. Here's what we found:
Lions trade 2026 fifth-round pick to Seahawks for cornerback Riq Woolen
At this point, it feels like trading for a cornerback is like the only move the Lions should make, and I get that, but there just aren't a lot of corners being shopped at the moment. That leaves Woolen, who is having a rough season and needs a change of scenery. The fact is that Terrion Arnold has not been added to the IR yet, and D.J. Reed could be back after the bye week. They both could be back. But still, the Lions aren't tied to much financially and they can part ways after the year if they want.
Lions trade 2026 seventh-round pick to the Rams for tackle D.J. Humphries
The Lions need some help at tackle right now. We don't know when Taylor Decker is coming back, and Giovanni Manu is out for at least four games. Then there's Dan Skipper, who is a great swing tackle but struggles as a starter. How about the former Pro Bowler who is behind some young starters in Los Angeles right now? Does it help that he's on essentially a vet minimum deal?
Lions trade 2026 sixth-round pick to the Dolphins for edge rusher Jaelan Phillips
I know how Lions fans feel about making moves for players with injury history, but the fact is this: when it works out, it's a big steak and everyone ignores the past. Phillips is a baller right now, and if you want a guy who can bring pressure and get home for cheap, this is the guy right here. The former 18th overall pick has 18 pressures and a sack. The Lions are then in the driver's seat on whether or not they want to bring him back in 2026 or just let him walk. For a sixth-round pick, this is good value.
Lions trade 2026 sixth-round pick to the Titans for edge rusher Arden Key
I like this one as a really good rotational piece for the Lions. Key's starting days are beginning to be put behind him, but he can really be a nice addition if he works in with Al-Quadin Muhammad and Marcus Davenport when he gets back. Key has nine pressures and two sacks this season, mostly coming off the bench. Like the others on this list, Key is a guy who is in the last year of his deal, and this is just a move to strengthen the rotation on the line. This is not a long-term deal.
Lions trade 2026 second-round pick to the Giants for edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux
You want a swing? Here's a swing for you. This is the kind of move you make at the deadline when you want to further guarantee that you can win a Super Bowl. Thibodeaux and Aidan Hutchinson make an unbelievable duo together, and they could really terrorize the league. The Giants have Brian Burns and the rising Abdul Carter, and they may see this as a chance to get out of cap hell if they move him. The Giants are a fun team, but they're not likely to make the playoffs this year. The rebuild is still happening. They'd probably love a second-round pick that's really a third-round pick.
This is the only guy on the list that the Lions would not only be able to have this year, but would have in 2026 as well. He does come with a $14.7 million cap hit next year, but the Lions are in control of whether or not they want to build upon that after they get everyone else taken care of. This is a giant swing, but it's low risk and high reward.
Myles Garrett Eyes Historic Milestone: "I’m Not Satisfied Yet—The Best is Still to Come"
Cleveland Browns star Myles Garrett is on the verge of reaching a historic milestone, and the defensive powerhouse isn’t slowing down anytime soon. With his eye firmly set on the record books, Garrett is closing in on a career-defining achievement that would cement his place as one of the NFL’s all-time greats.
“I’m proud of what I’ve accomplished so far, but I’m not satisfied yet,” Garrett said, brimming with determination. “I’ve put in the work, and the numbers are a reflection of that. But I believe the best is still to come. I’ve got more to prove, and I’m going to keep pushing until I reach the top.”
Garrett’s dominance on the field has been undeniable, as he continues to terrorize quarterbacks with his explosive speed and relentless pass-rush ability. With each game, he gets closer to achieving a landmark that will place him among the most feared defensive players in the history of the game.
“I’m constantly working to improve and evolve,” Garrett continued. “Every sack, every play is just part of the journey. This milestone is a reflection of the team’s effort, too—I'm just doing my part, but there’s more work to be done.”
As Garrett nears the milestone, the football world is watching closely, waiting for him to make history. However, Garrett’s focus is squarely on the future, not the past, as he continues to dominate week after week and drive the Browns’ defense to new heights.
“I’ve set my sights higher,” Garrett concluded. “This milestone is just the beginning. I’m hungry for more, and I’m going to keep pushing to be the best.”
With the milestone within reach, Myles Garrett is proving that his pursuit of greatness is far from over, and the best of his career could still lie ahead.
