If the Detroit Lions had the means, they would have had the perfect player to target in free agency: Tyler Linderbaum.
The Baltimore Ravens center is a free agent ahead of the 2026 season, and he's likely to see a payday. According to Spotrac, it's estimated that he'll be looking at a deal in the range of 4 years and $70 million. While he would be an incredible addition to the Lions' offensive line and would immediately address their biggest hole on their IOL, he's incredibly in-affordable.
One extremely affordable option for the Lions at center, though, could exist on the roster already - Tate Ratledge.