Lions Encouraged to Trade Linebacker Who Sat Out Season Opener

Detroit is reportedly listening to offers for Jamie Collins

The Detroit Lions are reportedly listening to offers for linebacker Jamie Collins, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Collins sat out the Lions' season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles due to personal reasons.

The 32-year-old Collins is entering the final year of his contract and is due to make $6.5 million in 2023. He has been a productive player throughout his career, but his role in Detroit has diminished in recent seasons.

Lions have depth at linebacker

The Lions have a number of young linebackers who have emerged in recent years, including Alex Anzalone, Derrick Barnes, and Malcolm Rodriguez. Anzalone led the Lions in tackles last season, while Barnes and Rodriguez both started games as rookies.

With the Lions having a number of young linebackers on their roster, they are reportedly willing to trade Collins if they can get a good return. Collins is a veteran player with a lot of experience, so he could be a valuable addition to a team that needs help at linebacker.

Collins could be a valuable addition to a contender

Collins has been a productive player throughout his career, and he could be a valuable addition to a team that needs help at linebacker. He is a physical player who can make tackles and cover tight ends.

Collins is also a veteran leader who can help mentor younger players. He has been a part of successful teams in the past, and he could help a contender get over the top.

Lions could get a good return for Collins

The Lions could get a good return for Collins if they trade him. He is a veteran player with a lot of experience, and he is still a productive player. A team that needs help at linebacker could be willing to give up a draft pick for Collins.

The Lions could also use the money they save by trading Collins to sign another player or extend the contract of one of their own players.