The Detroit Lions came out of Sunday’s 34-10 win over the Cleveland Browns with injuries to both Terrion Arnold and D.J. Reed, leaving their secondary dangerously thin. Mike Payton of A to Z Sports suggested five potential cornerbacks the Lions could pursue to shore up the position.
Riq Woolen (Seahawks)
Riq Woolen could be a trade target, and with Detroit having coached him at the 2022 Senior Bowl, there’s already a built-in familiarity that makes him a natural fit.
Greg Newsome (Browns)
Greg Newsome is in the final year of his deal, and if Cleveland keeps losing, the Lions could swoop in for a starting-caliber corner before he hits free agency.
L’Jarius Sneed (Titans)
L’Jarius Sneed hasn’t looked the same in Tennessee, but surrounded by Detroit’s defensive talent, he could regain his Pro Bowl-level form at a reasonable price.
Asante Samuel Jr. (Free Agent)
Asante Samuel Jr. remains surprisingly unsigned despite being healthy, and the Lions could land him without giving up any draft picks.
Stephon Gilmore (Free Agent)
Veteran Stephon Gilmore is still looking for a contender, and Detroit’s championship aspirations could make this the perfect match for one last run.
The Bottom Line: Lions have options
With Arnold and Reed sidelined, Detroit may not be able to rely solely on in-house solutions, and this short list shows there’s no shortage of intriguing cornerbacks who could step in immediately.
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