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Lions $6 million starter predicted to cut ties with Detroit in favor of Chiefs


Published on 2024-12-02 10:05:56 - Terrence Williams, N@N
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  • The Kansas City Chiefs might be in the market for an offensive lineman in 2025, and with that in mind an NFL analyst from Bleacher Report believes they could snag a Detroit Lions starter who has been fantastic this season.

The article from MSN discusses the potential departure of Detroit Lions' safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, who is predicted to leave the team in favor of signing with the Kansas City Chiefs. Gardner-Johnson, who was signed by the Lions for a one-year, $6.5 million contract, has been a key player in the Lions' secondary, contributing significantly with his defensive skills. Despite his performance, financial considerations and the Lions' strategy to possibly rebuild or reallocate funds might lead to his exit. The Chiefs, looking to bolster their defense, especially after losing key players in free agency, are seen as a likely destination for Gardner-Johnson due to their need for a versatile and impactful safety. This move would align with the Chiefs' ongoing efforts to maintain a competitive roster around quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

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