NFL Free Agency Preview: Defensive Lineman ( 2019 )

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Ex-Lions star Ndamukong Suh likely headed for free agency once again


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This thread relates to the following thread:

Ndamukong Suh quotes/ info: 2018 season

I don't anticipate Ndamukong Suh getting a multi-year contract that puts back with the highest paid NFL interior Defensive Lineman.  I would be very surprised if the Lions bring him back.

Character issues make Dante Fowler Jr. too risky to sign unless the market for him is noticeably lower than someone of his ability and age ( turns 25 in August ) should receive.

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Eagles, Brandon Graham agree to three-year extension

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Brandon Graham is from Detroit. If he hit the open market, I thought he would an edge player the Lions would serious consider signing.

It will be interesting to see how much this contract will come into play regarding negotiations involving Ziggy Ansah with the Lions and/ or other teams.

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Seahawks officially releasing Malik McDowell

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Malik McDowell more likely than not won't be claimed off waivers. His contract leverage if he clears waivers probably will be low. If even that.

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Patriots not expected to use tag, making Trey Flowers a free agent


Trey Flowers won’t be tagged, set to become top EDGE player in free agency


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Trey Flowers would be a very good addition for the Lions. However, the cost of signing him more likely than not will exceed his value. Flowers doesn't have great natural talent.

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Dolphins release Ted Larsen, Andre Branch


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Both Andre Branch and Ted Larsen seem to be better suited as backups at this stage of their respective careers. I'm not sure either of them would end up making the Lions 53 man roster, if signed by the Lions.

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Dolphins hope to trade Robert Quinn rather than release him



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I have doubts that the Lions should even attempt to sign Robert Quinn if he's released by the Dolphins. Especially, from a team chemistry standpoint.

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Report: Rams re-sign Dante Fowler Jr.


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A player of Dante Fowler's ability in his mid 20's usually doesn't settle for a 1 year contract. In Fowler's case' character issues likely contributed heavily to his decision to sign a 1 year contract with the Rams at this time.

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Shamar Stephen returns to Vikings


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The much greater questions regarding the Vikings Defensive Line is with their limited salary cap space, will they be able to re-sign DT Sheldon Richardson and /or reach a restructured contract with DE Everson Griffin???

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Sheldon Richardson set to join Browns

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Big time addition for the Browns. Big time loss for the Vikings.

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Anthony Barr’s return could lead to Everson Griffen’s departure



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So much depends on what the Vikings best offer to Everson Griffen will be. I think there's about a 55 to 60 % chance Griffen remains with the Vikings.

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Three years, $37 million for Sheldon Richardson


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If Sheldon Richardson stays focused off the field, this contract should provide the Browns good value barring the injury factor.

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Ndamukong Suh wants to stay on West Coast

Four years later, all quiet on Ndamukong Suh

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I don't anticipate Ndamukong Suh coming back to the Lions this season. The Lions have a very good foundation at DT.

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Panthers add pass-rusher Bruce Irvin

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Bruce Irvin turns 32 in December. He's better suited as a rotation DE / edge rusher. The terms of the contract will provide a much better indication of whether the Lions missed an opportunity.

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Tyeler Davison visiting Falcons

Tyeler Davison visiting 49ers on Friday

Falcons sign Tyeler Davison

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Tyeler Davison is a much better run defender than a pass rusher.

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Browns cut Devaroe Lawrence with Larry Ogunjobi back from suspension

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Devaroe Lawrence was dominate against the Lions in the final pre-season game this past summer. He had a strong overall summer. I hope the Lions attempt to claim Lawrence off waivers.