Detroit Lions Predicted to Sign David Edwards

Key Highlights

• He started at guard for Buffalo while making just $6 million total over two years, all while holding his own against top AFC competition. From a pure performance standpoint, Edwards would represent more than a replacement — he’d be an upgrade. What the Numbers SayAccording to Pro Football Focus during the 2025 season, Edwards posted:71.4 overall grade (19th among guards)73.0 pass-blocking grade (14th among guards)69.0 run-blocking gradeOnly 3 sacks allowed on over 1,000 offensive snapsJust 3 penalties all seasonThat’s exactly the kind of consistency Detroit values up front, especially with Jared Goff relying heavily on clean interior pockets. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWhy Buffalo May Let Him WalkThe big question isn’t whether Edwards deserves a raise — it’s whether Buffalo can afford him. With Joe Brady promoted to head coach, there’s an understandable desire to keep the offensive line intact.
• But the Bills are facing tough choices.
• They have two starting offensive linemen hitting free agency, and re-signing both would be extremely expensive. Some projections around the league believe Edwards could command close to $20 million per year on the open market.
• If Buffalo chooses to re-sign only one starter and replace the other through the draft, Edwards could be the odd man out. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWhy Detroit Is the FitThe Lions have shown a clear pattern under Brad Holmes:Pay premium money for premium offensive line playValue guards who can pass protect firstInvest in players entering or in their prime yearsEdwards checks all three boxes. If Detroit moves on from Glasgow, shifting those resources toward a younger, ascending guard like Edwards would align perfectly with their long-term vision. The post Detroit Lions Predicted to Sign David Edwards appeared first on Detroit Sports Nation.