Detroit Lions need starting-caliber players at CB, DT, DE and OG, but are not expected to be big spenders when NFL free agency opens Monday afternoon.

This is the fourth in our series previewing the Detroit Lions' needs heading into free agency. The legal tampering window opens at noon on Monday, and deals can be signed starting at 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 12. Today: Running Backs. Previously: Quarterbacks | Wide receivers and Tight Ends | Offensive Line

The Detroit Lions have the ninth-most effective cap space entering NFL free agency at $48.4 million, but have big extensions looming.

The Detroit Lions are working ahead of the 2025 free agency window, bringing back multiple defenders following a season marred by injuries. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported Friday that the Lions are re-signing linebacker Anthony Pittman to a one-year deal.

The Detroit Lions have 22 players set to become unrestricted free agents next week. Here are some who they could prioritize.

While the Detroit Lions may have just doubled down on cornerback in the 2024 NFL Draft by taking Terrion Arnold and Ennis Rakestraw, there are still a lot of question marks within that defensive back group that need answering.