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From Johnson to Boldin: Recapping the Lions’ Off-season

Fansided | July 28, 2016

Related Topics: Anquan Boldin, Calvin Johnson, Defensive tackle, Rafael Bush, Lineman (gridiron football), Safety (gridiron football position), Wide receiver, Stevan Ridley, Geoff Schwartz, Tackle (gridiron football position)

New Lions general manager, Bob Quinn, has dealt with some big changes in his first off-season running an NFL franchise. From losing the team’s best player with the retirement of Calvin Johnson, deciding Coach Caldwell’s fate, and drafting six offensive or defensive linemen in the draft, Quinn’s fingerprints are all over this team as we head into training camp.

Key Acquisitions:

  • Receiver Marvin Jones signs a 5-year deal.
  • 1st-round Draft pick – Offensive tackle Taylor Decker.
  • 2nd-round Draft pick – Defensive tackle A’Shawn Robinson.
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