Jalen Reeves-Maybin has become the first 2022 Detroit Lions free agent to agree to sign with another team. According to a report from Jordan Schultz, the linebacker is inking a two-year, $7.5 million deal with $5 million guaranteed.
Reeves-Maybin, the Lions’ fourth-round pick in 2017, has been a key special teamer in Detroit for several years now. However, last year Reeves-Maybin got his best shot at competing at the linebacker position. He started 11 games, logged 82 tackles, 4 passes defended and two forced fumbles.
The Lions coaching staff spoke highly of Reeves-Maybin often, touting his work ethic and improving skills at the linebacker position.