March 7th, 2025 at 8:27am CST by Adam La Rose
Derrick Barnes was on track for free agency but that will no longer be the case. The fourth-year linebacker has agreed to remain in Detroit for the foreseeable future.
Barnes and the Lions have a three-year deal in place, as first reported by ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. The pact is worth $25.5MM and includes $16MM fully guaranteed at signing. Barnes will eschew a trip to the open market in exchange for considerable security on his second career contract.
During his first two seasons in Detroit, the Purdue product served in a rotational role on defense while also chipping in on special teams. Barnes took on an increased workload in 2023, making 13 starts and setting a new career high in tackles (81). Expectations were high for a strong follow-up campaign this past year, but things did not go according to plan.
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