The Detroit Lions have until next Monday (May 4) to decide whether they want to extend 2017 first-round pick Jarrad Davis for an extra year. Teams are given the option to extend the rookie contract of first-round picks for a fifth-year option that’s guaranteed for injury and valued at varying salaries depending on position and when the player was selected.
As the 21st overall selection in the 2017 NFL Draft, Davis’ fifth-year option would cost the Lions around $10 million in 2021.
As of the last night of the 2020 NFL Draft, the Lions had not made a decision on whether they’ll exercise that fifth year or allow 2020 to become Davis’ final year on his rookie deal.