The Detroit Lions are in need of some help at cornerback this offseason, and an outlet suggests they could take aim at a former Defensive Player of the Year now in the twilight of his career.
Pro Football Focus named the Lions as a top potential landing spot for free agent Stephon Gilmore, who is headed back to the open market after one season with the Dallas Cowboys. The Lions have three cornerbacks — Jerry Jacobs, Kindle Vildor and Khalil Dorsey — headed to free agency and are expected to make some additions for a unit that struggled at times.
As PFF noted, Gilmore would be a good fit for Detroit’s scheme and would bring a high-level addition to a secondary that struggled at times last season. The outlet noted that the Kansas City Chiefs could also be in contention for the 33-year-old.
“Here, we highlight two teams that like to play press-man coverage, made their respective conference championship game, and could use the help at cornerback (especially if L’Jarius Sneed is traded),” PFF noted. “These are simple fits for Gilmore, who is still playing at a high level.”
- Gilmore is coming off a season where he made 68 total tackles with two interceptions and 13 passes defended.
