Detroit Lions Re-Sign Marcus Davenport on One-Year, $4.75M Deal
The oft-injured defensive end returns to Detroit after playing just two games in the 2024 season due to injuries.
- Marcus Davenport has agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $4.75 million with the Detroit Lions, according to multiple reports.
- The 28-year-old defensive end played only two games in 2024 after suffering a groin injury in Week 2 and a season-ending torn triceps in Week 3.
- Davenport, a former first-round pick by the New Orleans Saints in 2018, has battled injuries throughout his career, appearing in just 69 games over seven seasons.
- The Lions are hoping Davenport can stay healthy and contribute alongside star defensive end Aidan Hutchinson under new defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard.
- Detroit aims to build on its strong 2024 season, which included a franchise-best 15-2 record and a top-seven scoring defense, despite falling short in the divisional round of the playoffs.