By the Numbers: 2026 Detroit Lions Free Agency

Tim Twentyman breaks down the key stats and numbers behind the Lions' 2026 free agency signings.

Mar. 26, 2026 at 4:30pm

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The Detroit Lions have made several roster additions and re-signings in free agency to add competition and depth to the roster ahead of next month's NFL Draft. Let's take a look at Detroit's free agency class by the numbers, including stats on new offensive lineman Cade Mays, running back Isiah Pacheco, edge rusher D.J. Wonnum, wide receiver/returner Greg Dortch, tight end Tyler Conklin, cornerback Rock Ya-Sin, kicker Jake Bates, linebacker Damone Clark, and cornerback Roger McCreary.

Why it matters

The Lions are looking to build on their 2025 playoff appearance and free agency is a key part of that process. These numbers highlight the strengths and potential impact of the team's new additions as they aim to continue improving the roster ahead of the 2026 season.

The details

The key numbers include: 0 sacks allowed by center Cade Mays over the last two seasons, 4.7 yards per carry for running back Isiah Pacheco in his first two NFL seasons, 8.0 sacks in both 2021 and 2023 for edge rusher D.J. Wonnum, 11.6 punt return average for wide receiver Greg Dortch, 50+ receptions in four straight seasons for tight end Tyler Conklin, a 74.7 opponent passer rating when targeting cornerback Rock Ya-Sin, and 109 tackles in 17 starts for linebacker Damone Clark.

  • In 2023 and 2024, Isiah Pacheco totaled 375 attempts for 1,765 yards and 12 touchdowns.
  • In 2021 and 2023, D.J. Wonnum recorded 8.0 sacks in each season.
  • In the 2024 season, Greg Dortch averaged 11.6 yards per punt return.

The players

Cade Mays

An offensive lineman who has allowed 0 sacks in 20 starts at center over the last two seasons, with just 6 quarterback hits and 17 hurries for 23 total pressures.

Isiah Pacheco

A running back who had 375 attempts for 1,765 yards and 12 touchdowns in his first two NFL seasons, but has seen his production decline the last two years due to a broken leg.

D.J. Wonnum

A veteran edge rusher who has recorded 8.0 sacks in both 2021 and 2023, totaling 30.0 career sacks.

Greg Dortch

A wide receiver and return specialist who averaged 11.6 yards per punt return in 2024, the 7th highest average in the NFL that season.

Tyler Conklin

A tight end who has had at least 50 receptions in four straight seasons from 2021-2024.

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The takeaway

The Detroit Lions have made a number of strategic free agency signings to bolster their roster ahead of the 2026 season, bringing in players with proven production and key statistical strengths that should help the team build on their 2025 playoff appearance.