Darius Slay was given a 4-year, $50.2 million dollar extension before the season, ensuring the young corner will a Lion through the year 2020. The Lions sit at 7-4, in large part due to Slay’s high-level play at defensive back. In last week’s win over division-rival Minnesota, Slay picked off Sam Bradford in the final minute to allow Matt Prater to kick the game-winning field goal.
It was a huge play but something that has become expected for the 25-year-old who seems to be bordering on elite. Earlier this season, he picked off Carson Wentz to give the previously undefeated Philadelphia Eagles their first loss of the season.