The Detroit Lions are perhaps the most interesting team in the NFC throughout this free agency period, losing two trusted coordinators in Aaron Glenn and Ben Johnson as well as some key contributors.
Nonetheless, this is still a team that has a foundation for success thanks to head coach Dan Campbell's vision. Despite falling short to the Washington Commanders in the playoffs, the Lions should once again be among the conference's elite teams in 2025.
In an underrated move on Thursday, Detroit re-signed someone beloved by fans despite having suffered a major injury during the season.
#Lions have re-signed CB Khalil Dorsey pic.twitter.com/sbLfC8zwS2
— Detroit Lions (@Lions) March 20, 2025
Lions Re-Sign CB Khalil Dorsey Despite Major Injury
In a post released by the organization on X (formerly known as Twitter), the Lions revealed that they re-signed cornerback Khalil Dorsey. Originally an undrafted free agent out of Northern Arizona, Dorsey has been with Detroit for the last two years, appearing in 27 games during that span.
While he only played on 8% of the defensive snaps in 2024, he was a key special teams contributor, appearing on 71% of those plays with 272 total snaps. Still just 26 years old, Dorsey has built a reputation as a hard worker and good teammate, the exact kind of qualities that you look for when building out the forgotten third.
Unfortunately, Dorsey suffered a tibia/fibula fracture in December. That said, this contract is an indication that Dorsey's recovery is going well and he should be able to participate in training camp barring a setback.
These are the kinds of signings that will keep the Lions competitive. Flashy moves on offense or defense may draw more headlines, but winning teams find edges wherever they may exist, including on special teams. Now, Dorsey seems to have a long-term home with a coaching staff who believes in him, helping build the culture that Campbell has done such a good job of nurturing.
While Dorsey likely won't make a major impact as a corner, he's still a valuable player to keep around. General manager Brad Holmes obviously recognized that, and it's good to see someone like Dorsey earn another contract as he sticks in the NFL.