Against the odds, the 2021 Detroit Lions got significant contributions from their undrafted free agents. Can the Lions find repeat success in 2022?
Only two undrafted rookies made the initial 53-man roster last September, but they more than proved their worth come season’s end. AJ Parker was surprisingly effective as the starting nickel corner. Jerry Jacobs was phenomenal in the secondary as injuries forced him into a starting role, although an injury would knock himself out in Week 14. For players once viewed as mere depth and special teams pieces, the Lions got excellent value from these two corners.