According to a report from his agent, kicker Michael Badgley is re-signing with the Detroit Lions, terms were not disclosed at this time.
Through two years of the general manager Brad Holmes/coach Dan Campbell's regime, the Lions have been searching for a reliable place kicker after opting to not re-sign Matt Prater. In their tenth attempt, they landed on Badgley in Week 7 of the 2022 season and he performed well, connecting on 20 of 24 field goals, and 33/33 of his point after attempts. He was also four of four in his one game with the Bears earlier in the season.