Detroit Lions Named as Fit for Xavien Howard

Detroit Lions Named as Fit for Xavien Howard

The Detroit Lions have been making waves in the NFL, with their recent performance taking them to the NFC Championship round. The team’s rebuild has exceeded expectations, however, there’s still room for improvement, especially in the secondary. This is especially true when considering Cameron Sutton is no longer a member of the team as he has been released after a warrant was issued for his arrest for alleged domestic violence by strangulation.

Xavien Howard as a Potential Fit

Enter Xavien Howard, the former Miami Dolphins cornerback. According to Garrett Podell, the Lions would be a great fit for Howard.

“The NFC runner-ups are in a great spot as their rebuild is now ahead of schedule with the team reaching the conference championship round with rookies like running back Jahmyr Gibbs, tight end Sam LaPorta, and safety Brian Branch playing key roles. However, Detroit’s secondary could still use some work as it was below league average in pass defense (336.1 passing yards per game allowed, 19th in NFL). Howard can add some needed experience to what’s overall a young defensive backfield,” says Podell.

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My Thoughts

With Sutton out of the picture, there is no question that the Lions should be looking to add a veteran cornerback to the mix and Xavien Howard would be a great fit. The question is, how much will he cost, and will the Lions be able to afford him?

Bottom Line

With the release of Sutton, the Lions have an opportunity to bolster their secondary by adding a proven talent like Howard. His experience and skill set could provide the stability and leadership needed to elevate the Lions’ pass defense to the next level. As the team continues to build on their recent success, adding a player of Howard’s caliber could be a key move in their pursuit of a championship.