After an impressive 15-2 regular season and an NFC Championship appearance in 2023, the Detroit Lions are closer than ever to making a Super Bowl run. With the 2024 season fast approaching, the Lions’ roster is stacked, but they might be just one blockbuster move away from reaching the ultimate goal.
Although the offseason hasn’t officially begun, several trade targets have already emerged that could give the Lions the extra push they need. While Myles Garrett of the Cleveland Browns has been a popular name, another player has recently surfaced that could be a true game-changer for Detroit: Micah Parsons.
Lions Should Seize the Opportunity to Trade for Micah Parsons
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero, the Dallas Cowboys have been having internal discussions about potentially trading Micah Parsons. “While there have been no trade talks, sources say there have at least been some internal discussions about whether to pay Parsons or trade him for a king’s ransom,” the report states. “If the Cowboys are willing to listen, they may get it.”
For the Lions, this could be the perfect opportunity. Detroit’s defense faced a few setbacks last season, with key injuries like Aidan Hutchinson‘s broken leg and Alim McNeil‘s torn ACL complicating their postseason aspirations. Although the trade for Za’Darius Smith helped cushion the blow, he’s likely to be released due to his contract structure, leaving the Lions in search of more depth.
While many expect Detroit to target a defensive lineman in the offseason, Hutchinson has voiced concern over the need to “go all in,” saying the team had “too many dudes” when healthy. However, after falling short the last two seasons, now could be the time for the Lions to make a bold move and acquire a star in Parsons, whose combination of youth and talent is hard to ignore.
With Parsons entering the final year of his rookie contract and a $24 million cap hit in 2024, the Lions could be in a prime position to strike. Though compensation and contract negotiations would take time, acquiring a star edge rusher like Parsons would be a massive statement and could propel Detroit to the top of the NFC. If Dallas truly entertains the idea of trading their young star, the Lions would be wise to act fast.
