The Detroit Lions had a fairly quiet offseason, prioritizing retaining their key players over making a big splash in free agency. On the defensive side of the ball, however, there were a few significant changes, including replacing cornerback Carlton Davis with DJ Reed. With the NFL Draft less than a week away, the Lions may be in line to make more moves to improve the roster for a Super Bowl run next season.
Unfortunately, the Lions only have seven picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, and only two of those are in the top 100. One way Detroit can add more selections is through trades. By moving on from veterans with trade value, the Lions could get more chances to land true difference-makers via the draft.
Amik Robertson is a Trade Candidate for the Lions
One of those veterans the Lions should consider trading is cornerback Amik Robertson. After playing in all 17 games for the Lions as the team's main nickel corner, Robertson suffered an unfortunate broken arm against the Commanders in the playoffs.
Robertson had to undergo surgery in the offseason, but he is expected to be back healthy for the next season.
With one more year left on his deal, Robertson is an intriguing trade candidate who could land the Lions a Day 3 pick.
The Lions have Reed and Terrion Arnold starting on the outside corners. They also used a second-round pick on Ennis Rakestraw Jr. last season. Robertson's path to playing time on the outside is near non-existent.
At nickel, the Lions added Avonte Maddox from the Super Bowl winners this offseason. Brian Branch also spends significant time at the slot. Considering the solid season Robertson had last season, the Lions may be wise to move on from him when he has trade value and rely on their secondary depth to make up for the absence.