It is anticipated that a $21 million free agent from the Buffalo Bills will depart for the Detroit Lions.

It is anticipated that a $21 million free agent from the Buffalo Bills will depart for the Detroit Lions. Rasul Douglas, a seasoned cornerback,

 

 

has been occupying the boundary for the Buffalo Bills for the past season and a half. However, his tenure with the team may be drawing to a close. Douglas is still available on the open market, despite the fact that the Bills have a significant need on the outside opposite Christian Benford. In 2025,

 

 

 

 

it appears that Douglas will be competing elsewhere. In a recent article that projected the destinations of some of the most prominent free agents who are still available, According to Kristopher Knox of Bleacher Report, Douglas may discover a new residence with the Detroit Lions. “The Detroit Lions should also evaluate Douglas.” Knox wrote, “Detroit has strengthened its cornerback corps this offseason with the acquisitions of D.J. Reed and Rock Ya-Sin. However, the team encountered defensive depth issues and lost Carlton Davis last season.”

 

 

 

 

Douglas’ performance in 2024 was disappointing, as he allowed a passer rating of 122 and a completion rate of 72.9% when targeted, despite his impressive first half of a season with the Bills in 2023. In free agency, the Detroit Lions lost Carlton Davis, a critical member of their secondary, to the New England Patriots after only one season. Nevertheless, general manager Brad Holmes made a bold decision by replacing Davis with veteran cornerback D.J. Reed.

 

 

 

 

After signing Reed, the Lions still required additional veteran depth, which they have since achieved by acquiring Avonte Maddox and Rock Ya-Sin. Detroit is expected to permanently exit the cornerback market this offseason as a result of these two transactions. The Bills may still desire Douglas’ return, despite his subpar performance in 2024. Ultimately, Buffalo’s boundary issue was not resolved by the acquisition of Dane Jackson.

 

 

 

 

 

Regrettably, Buffalo will encounter significant challenges in securing the services of any individual, as the team currently has only $2.2 million in contract space, according to Over the contract. Douglas is projected to earn $35.7 million over the course of three years, according to Spotrac. However, we are sceptical that he will command such a high price, particularly at this late juncture in the free agency process.