Detroit Lions Eye Former First-Round Pick in Proposed Trade Deal
As the NFL offseason heats up, the Detroit Lions face a crucial decision regarding their secondary. A key question looming over the team is whether cornerback Carlton Davis III will return for the 2025 season or test the open market. If Davis departs, the Lions will need to find a viable replacement—and one potential solution could be Cleveland Browns CB Greg Newsome II.
Proposed Trade: Greg Newsome to Detroit?
Joe Summers of Detroit Jock City has suggested that the Lions send a 2025 fifth-round pick to the Browns in exchange for Greg Newsome II.
Why This Trade Matters for Detroit
The Lions’ secondary struggled in 2024, ranking 25th in opponent yards per pass attempt. With Detroit looking to improve its pass defense, acquiring a young, talented defensive back like Newsome could be a smart move.
Although Newsome had a down year in 2024, he has shown high-level potential in previous seasons. If the Browns decide not to offer him a long-term extension, a trade could benefit both teams—giving the Lions much-needed secondary depth and providing Cleveland with valuable draft capital.
Greg Newsome II: Career Stats
2024 Season (Cleveland Browns)
- Games Played: 13 (3 starts)
- Interceptions: 1
- Passes Defended: 5
- Tackles: 27
2023 Season (Cleveland Browns)
- Games Played: 14 (13 starts)
- Interceptions: 2
- Passes Defended: 14
- Tackles: 49
Bottom Line: Would Newsome Be the Right Fit?
If Carlton Davis III does not return to Detroit, the Lions will need a new starting cornerback. While Greg Newsome II is a solid option, he likely wouldn’t fill the CB1 role. Instead, Terrion Arnold could step into that spot, with Newsome, Amik Robertson, and Ennis Rakestraw Jr. competing for the CB2 position in training camp.
Would this trade be a smart move for Detroit, or should the Lions explore other options in free agency or the draft?
| Pos | Club | P | W | D | L | F | A | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Liverpool | 28 | 20 | 7 | 1 | 66 | 26 | 40 | 67 |
| 2 |  Arsenal | 27 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 51 | 23 | 38 | 54 |
| 3 |  Nottingham Forest | 27 | 14 | 6 | 7 | 44 | 33 | 11 | 48 |
| 4 |  Man City | 27 | 14 | 5 | 8 | 53 | 37 | 16 | 47 |
| 5 |  Chelsea | 27 | 13 | 7 | 7 | 52 | 36 | 16 | 46 |
| 6 |  Newcastle | 27 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 46 | 38 | 8 | 44 |
| 7 |  Bournemouth | 27 | 12 | 7 | 8 | 45 | 32 | 13 | 43 |
| 8 |  Brighton | 27 | 11 | 10 | 6 | 44 | 39 | 5 | 43 |
| 9 |  Fulham | 27 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 40 | 36 | 4 | 42 |
| 10 |  Aston Villa | 28 | 11 | 9 | 8 | 40 | 45 | -5 | 42 |
| 11 |  Brentford | 27 | 11 | 5 | 11 | 48 | 43 | 5 | 38 |
| 12 |  Crystal Palace | 27 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 35 | 33 | 2 | 36 |
| 13 |  Tottenham | 27 | 10 | 3 | 14 | 53 | 39 | 14 | 33 |
| 14 |  Man United | 27 | 9 | 6 | 12 | 33 | 39 | -6 | 33 |
| 15 |  West Ham | 27 | 9 | 6 | 12 | 32 | 47 | -15 | 33 |
| 16 |  Everton | 27 | 7 | 11 | 9 | 30 | 34 | -4 | 32 |
| 17 |  Wolves | 27 | 6 | 4 | 17 | 37 | 56 | -19 | 22 |
| 18 |  Ipswich | 27 | 3 | 8 | 16 | 26 | 57 | -31 | 17 |
| 19 |  Leicester | 27 | 4 | 5 | 18 | 25 | 61 | -36 | 17 |
| 20 |  Southampton | 27 | 2 | 3 | 22 | 19 | 65 | -46 | 9 |