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Marcus Davenport instant analysis: Upside, but EDGE remains need for Lions

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As we inch closer to the 2025 NFL free agency period, the Detroit Lions continue to re-sign defenders. One day after re-signing three linebackers, NFL Network is reporting that the Lions have reached an agreement to return edge rusher Marcus Davenport to a one-year contract.

Let’s take a look at how this signing will impact the Lions roster now and in the future.

Origin story

Davenport was originally drafted with the 14th overall pick by the Saints in the 2018 NFL draft, was a rotational pass rusher as a rookie, and took over a starting role the following season.