Over the past few seasons, the Detroit Lions safety group has been a problematic spot on the roster. Misuse of players from the previous regime, coupled with a lack of investment last season put the Lions in a position where they needed to make changes heading into the 2022 season.
First, they re-signed their backend leader in Tracy Walker and have put more on his shoulders as a leader. Additionally, they shifted some player roles, moving Will Harris to corner and cross-training Ifeatu Melifonwu at corner and safety so he can be more of a matchup weapon.