Michael Brockers was one of the more interesting additions for the Detroit Lions last year. For a team that was making a conscious effort to get younger, Brockers was a break from that strategy, but an understandable one.
Matt Patricia had left the team without a defensive identity and void of any true leaders on the team (Trey Flowers was possibly the lone exception). So Brockers not only brought the experience of a nine-year veteran, but as a former team captain, he could be a key member of the team to set an example and establish a culture.