Four edge rushers the Lions could target via trade after their recent injury and what they might offer in return.
This situation is unfortunate but somewhat expected. The Detroit Lions might lose Marcus Davenport for the season due to an elbow injury.
Davenport has never played a full NFL season, and Brad Holmes and the Lions should have been more prepared. His injury seemed inevitable.
Here are four players the Lions could consider trading for and what they might offer for each.
Haason Reddick
This is the big move to aim for. The Jets are unlikely to reach a deal with Reddick, and the Lions could take advantage of the situation. Here’s the offer:
Lions get: Haason Reddick
Jets get: 2025 fifth-round pick and James Houston
Azeez Ojulari
Rumors have circulated for a few weeks about this. The Giants may part ways with Ojulari after acquiring Brian Burns.
Ojulari needs more playing time, which the Lions can offer with Davenport and Cominsky out. His potential to disrupt the quarterback would be maximized under Terrell Williams’ coaching. The Lions also observed him during training camp. Here’s the trade:
Lions get: Azeez Ojulari
Giants get: 2025 fifth-round pick
Yannick Ngakoue
Though not a trade, Ngakoue is currently a free agent. With at least eight sacks every season but one, it’s surprising no team has signed him. The Lions could bring him in on a cheap one-year deal to see what he can contribute.
Payton Turner
The former first-round pick hasn’t found success in New Orleans. The Lions could offer him a fresh start under Terrell Williams’ guidance.
Lions get: Payton Turner
Saints get: Conditional 2025 seventh-round pick.
