Why Trading for T.J. Watt Would Be the Dumbest Move in Lions History

T.J. Watt to the Lions sounds amazing until you see the salary cap explosion that would force Detroit to lose Gibbs, LaPorta, and Branch when their extensions come due.

T.J. Watt to the Lions sounds amazing until you see the salary cap explosion that would force Detroit to lose Gibbs, LaPorta, and Branch when their extensions come due.

The Lions dodged a bullet by not trading for Myles Garrett like the Rams did, keeping their smart draft and develop strategy intact instead of mortgaging their future.

The Rams' blockbuster Myles Garrett trade has Lions fans questioning whether Brad Holmes needs to be more aggressive after missing the playoffs following a patient rebuild approach.

Lions fans questioning Brad Holmes after the Myles Garrett trade are missing the big picture about why Detroit couldn't make that deal and why trusting the process beats panic moves.

The Cardinals are shopping Pro Bowl edge rusher Josh Sweat after one season, but the Lions should probably pass on the expensive veteran despite their previous interest.

Detroit Lions fans can turn anything into a quarterback fight, especially the hot Lions trade Anthony Richardson scenario. Say “backup QB” out loud, mention a former first-round talent on the trade market, and the whole room starts cooking. That was…

Brad Holmes' controversial Isaac TeSlaa trade and other Lions moves that looked questionable at first are now proving the GM's strategic genius as the pieces fall into place.

The Za'Darius Smith trade worked out perfectly for Detroit as he delivered crucial pass rush help when the defense needed it most, while Cleveland turned their return into absolutely nothing.

The Lions finally show they know how to work the trade market with smart asset management in the Montgomery deal that has fans questioning if this front office is actually competent.

The Lions traded David Montgomery to Houston for draft picks that became rookie EDGE Derrick Moore, leaving fans wondering if Detroit gave up reliable depth for another risky gamble.