Lions Defender is Detroit’s Biggest Offseason Loser So Far
Between free agency and the 2025 NFL draft, it’s abundantly clear that one Detroit Lions defender is the team’s biggest offseason loser after two months.
The Detroit Lions are ready to begin the next chapter of the NFL offseason now that May is here. General manager Brad Holmes has been working hard throughout the last two months, adding hungry contributors through free agency and the 2025 NFL draft with the hope of remaining in Super Bowl contention next season.
While fans are thrilled to welcome the new Lions to the Motor City, the influx of fresh faces isn’t good news for everyone. Detroit’s plethora of offseason moves likely spells bad news for various roster bubble veterans, including one wideout who’s easily the team’s biggest offseason loser so far.
Lions DL Mekhi Wingo is Detroit’s Biggest Offseason Loser
When it comes to the Lions’ biggest offseason losers, look no further than defensive lineman Mekhi Wingo.
The former Missouri/LSU product was drafted 189th overall by Detroit during the 2024 draft and struggled to find playing time in his first NFL campaign. Wingo was limited to 220 snaps (176 defensive, 44 special teams) through his first 11 appearances before a knee injury sidelined him for the remainder of his rookie campaign.
Unfortunately, Wingo didn’t have much to show for his limited opportunities. He ended the year with nine total tackles (1 solo effort) while playing to less-than-inspiring Pro Football Focus grades regarding pass rushing (58.9), run stoppage (46.4), and overall defense.
